The Crossing, DE Podcast

What if the hardest parts of life aren’t just obstacles to survive—but opportunities to see God at work? In this message from our SET APART series, we continue through 1 Peter as we explore how our new identity in Christ reshapes everything—how we suffer, how we think, and how we live. Peter reminds believers that perspective matters, and that truth—not circumstances—must shape the way we see the...

A new year feels like a fresh start… but what if the real reset you need isn’t a new habit—it’s a renewed identity? In 1 Peter, God calls His people “elect exiles”—chosen by Him, living in a world that isn’t home. Welcome to Week 1 of Set Apart, our series through 1 Peter. In this message, Senior Minister Adam Woods opens 2026 by reminding us that spiritual maturity doesn’t start with trying harde...

If peace is what your heart has been searching for, Christmas announces a name who can actually give it: Jesus—the Prince of Peace. In the final message of our All I Want for Christmas series, Austin Garrett invites us to face an honest question our world is asking more than ever: Is peace possible? After a terrifying moment in Hawaii when everything felt out of control, Austin connects that same...

What if Christmas isn’t just a peaceful manger scene—but the moment a war was declared… and already won? On Christmas Eve, Adam Woods invites us to see the Christmas story through a different perspective —one that goes beyond the familiar nativity and into the unseen spiritual reality behind it. Most of us picture Christmas as warm, quiet, and sentimental. But Scripture reveals something much bigg...

What if everything your heart longs for this Christmas—provision, rest, security, and salvation—was already found in Jesus? In this message from the All I Want for Christmas series, Adam Woods invites us to slow down and reflect on one of the most meaningful titles given to Jesus in Isaiah 9:6: Everlasting Father. While the title may feel confusing at first, it reveals the tender, enduring, father...

Christmas declares a bold truth: the baby in the manger is not weak or ordinary—He is the Mighty God . Summary Isaiah 9:6 gives us one of the clearest and most powerful declarations about who Jesus is: “He will be called… Mighty God.” In this message from the All I Want for Christmas series, we slow down and sit with that title—because understanding it changes everything. Christmas is not just the...

What if the one thing you want most this Christmas is actually something your soul has needed all along? In this message from our Christmas series All I Want for Christmas , we look at the first title given to Jesus in Isaiah 9:6— Wonderful Counselor —and discover why God sent someone not just to save us, but to guide us. Long before the first Christmas morning, God knew we would need wise counsel...

What if the strength you’ve been searching for has been available all along—hidden in the joy of the Lord? As we close out our BUILD series on this special Family Fusion Sunday, Student Minister Austin walks us through the final chapter of Nehemiah’s story and the powerful declaration found in Nehemiah 8:10: “The joy of the Lord is your strength.” In a world that feels heavy, hurried, and often ov...

What if the greatest impact you could make for God’s Kingdom is already sitting in your hands—you just haven’t realized it yet? In this week’s message , Adam Woods walks us through Nehemiah 5 and challenges us with a life-changing truth: it’s not what you have that matters most—it’s what you do with what God has entrusted to you. Through the inspiring story of Katie Davis, an 18-year-old who left...

When ordinary people step out in faith, God does extraordinary things. In this week’s message, COME, LET US BUILD, we continue our journey through the book of Nehemiah—discovering what happens when God’s people rise up together for a Kingdom-sized vision. Nehemiah wasn’t a warrior or a builder. He was a cupbearer—an ordinary man whose heart was moved by the burden God placed on him. Yet through pr...

When your plans align with God’s purpose, you’ll find fulfillment that success alone can never bring. In this week’s message, “Plan on Purpose,” Adam Woods unpacks Nehemiah 1:11–2:9 and shows how purpose-driven plans begin with prayer, conviction, and faith. Nehemiah’s story reminds us that before he ever built walls, he built his life on dependence on God. From seasons of waiting to moments of bo...

Before Nehemiah ever built a wall, he built an altar of prayer. In this powerful message, Before the God of Heaven , Adam Woods walks us through Nehemiah 1:4–11, reminding us that every great move of God begins not with action—but with prayer. Before Nehemiah drew plans or rallied people, he fell to his knees. He recognized who God is, confessed his sin, and remembered God’s faithfulness. As The C...

In week one of our BUILD series, Adam Woods challenges us with a simple but powerful question: “Do you care?” Through Nehemiah 1:1–4 , we see how God uses ordinary people with hearts that care deeply about His purposes. Nehemiah’s story reminds us that every great move of God begins with care—care that starts as curiosity, grows into concern, and becomes conviction. As The Crossing steps into a ne...

Discover how mutual submission can transform your marriage and reflect God’s love to a watching world. In this final installment of our LOVE HANDLES series, Adam Woods unpacks Ephesians 5:21-33 to explore God’s design for marriage as a reflection of Christ’s love for the Church. Drawing from his own 21-year marriage journey and biblical wisdom, he reveals how mutual submission—rooted in reverence...

If something is worth loving, it’s worth protecting—and the best way to protect your relationships is by living the way God calls you to live. In this week’s message, Austin Garrett continues our Love Handles series with a powerful reminder that the way we live directly affects the relationships we have. Drawing from Ephesians 5:3–20 , Austin shows us the sharp contrast between worldly living —dri...

Relationships are hard, love is messy, and comparison is everywhere. So what is God’s purpose for our relationships? In week one of Love Handles , we discover that every relationship we have is meant to reflect the love and grace of Jesus . From Ephesians 5:1–2, we unpack two “love handles” you can grab today: Imitate God’s love — start with your relationship with God, not with fixing people. Imit...

What does it mean to truly go ALL IN with Jesus? In this final message of our All In series, we discover that following Christ naturally leads us to SERVE. From Philippians 2:1–11, we see the powerful if…then logic of faith: If we are connected to Jesus, if we are growing and developing in Him, then we live to serve. Not out of obligation, but with joy, humility, and the power of the Holy Spirit....

Spiritual growth doesn’t happen overnight—just like a garden doesn’t flourish without care, attention, and steady effort. In this message from our All In series, we explore what it means to DEVELOP as followers of Jesus. Drawing from 2 Peter 1, we see that God has already given us everything we need for a godly life . But Peter challenges us to “make every effort” to add to our faith qualities lik...

What does it really mean to go all in with Jesus? In this first message of our new series All In , we look at the word connect —what it means to remain rooted in Christ and why it is absolutely essential for a life of faith. Jesus said, “Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine.” (John 15:4) Without Him, we can do nothing. With Him, our...

Guest preacher Tim Cole from Waypoint Church Partners shares a powerful message on why church planting matters—not just statistically, but biblically. Many ask, “Don’t we already have enough churches?” With over 350,000 churches in America, it’s a fair question. But Tim reminds us that by 2055, half of all people attending church will be in churches that don’t even exist yet. If we fail to plant,...

In the final message of our Essentials series, Student Minister Austin Garrett unpacks what it truly means to follow Jesus . Many people are fans of Jesus—they know His name, attend church, and even cheer from the sidelines—but Jesus calls us to be more than fans. He calls us to be followers. In Mark 8:34, He says, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and f...

Prayer is more than words—it is FaceTime with God. In this message from our Essentials series, Mark Magee teaches that one of the most vital parts of following Jesus is seeking His face daily in prayer. Just like FaceTime keeps us connected to loved ones, prayer keeps us connected to the Lord. Through the example of Jesus in Mark 1:35 and the story of Bartimaeus in Mark 10:46–52, we discover that...

Discover what real faith looks like and why “fake faith” doesn’t cut it. In this powerful sermon from the Essentials series, Mark Magee explores the story of the desperate father and the disciples in Mark 9:14–29 to reveal three levels of faith: Faith by Association – When closeness to Jesus alone isn’t enough. Faith of Desperation – A plea filled with uncertainty: “I believe; help my unbelief!” F...

When the disciples faced a furious storm on the Sea of Galilee, fear gripped their hearts. But after Jesus calmed the wind and the waves with just two words, they found themselves in an even greater fear — awe and reverence before the One who commands creation. In this first message of our Essentials series, Mark Magee unpacks why the fear of the Lord is not something to avoid but something every...

For eight weeks, we’ve gathered around TABLES—places where Jesus sat, taught, healed, welcomed, challenged, and called. From Levi’s house to Zacchaeus’, from hillside meals to the Last Supper, every table revealed something new about Jesus’ mission and our calling. This message marks the final table— A Table of Sending. It’s not just the end of a series—it’s a beginning. 📖 In Acts 1:1–9 , Jesus g...