The Crossing Sunday Sermons

Ever wonder, "Why pray when God already has a plan?" You're not alone. Using scriptural examples of prayer from Isaiah 37, Keith answers that question and explains why your prayers matter.  This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series.    God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (...

Prayer can be daunting. Walk through the Lord's Prayer with Dave Cover and uncover the way that Jesus teaches how to pray. This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series.  God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore c...

Does God really want you to pray 24/7? Hear from Keith as he kicks off a new sermon series on 1 Thessalonians 5:17 and teaches what it really looks like to pray without ceasing.  This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series.    God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalon...

In a world full of choices, what are you chasing after? Dave preaches from Psalm 63:1 and unpacks why we can't seem to find happiness chasing after all the world has to offer. This sermon is part of our "Hungry for More" mini-sermon series. The new year is the perfect time to figure out what sort of person you want to become and make tangible changes to help you get there. So, what are you hungry...

Distractions are dangerous. Especially when they keep you from what you were made for. Hear from Keith as he walks through 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 to uncover the value and purpose that God has placed on your life. This sermon is part of our "Hungry for More" mini-sermon series. The new year is the perfect time to figure out what sort of person you want to become and make tangible changes to help you...

Everyone wants to be an insider. At the gym, the salon, or in a friend group. Being on the inside is comfortable. But what if the only way to find real joy is to live as an outsider? Hear from Patrick as he challenges you to see God's call to live as an outsider as the best gift you've ever been given. Want to make Jesus more in your life in 2025? Grow in your faith by growing in your knowledge of...

Every day, you project a particular image of yourself to the world. Using masks to hide shame and sin. What if God wanted to free you from the charade? Would you let him? Patrick walks through John 4:1-38 showing the beauty in Jesus's desire to remove your mask and love you deeply for who you are.  Want to make Jesus more in your life in 2025? Grow in your faith by growing in your knowledge of the...

Dave Cover preaches from Galatians 4:4 on the enduring impact of Jesus's life and resurrection. This is the Christmas Eve sermon from The Crossing in Columbia, MO. Want to make Jesus more in your life in 2025? Grow in your faith by growing in your knowledge of the Bible. Join Ten Minute Bible Talks in studying the Old Testament. You'll be able to read a passage from the Historical Books every week...

When life circumstances make it hard to feel like celebrating, Keith Simon reminds us that the Christmas story reminds us that God is with us in our joy and pain, as he preaches from Matthew 2:13-23. This sermon is part of our 2024 Advent sermon series. Advent is a time to reflect on how good God is for sending his Son into the world to rescue his people. And it’s an opportunity to think about how...

Has the Christmas story become mundane to you? Rediscover the Magic behind the Magi and tap back into the awe of the Christmas story through Dave's sermon from Matthew 2:1-12. This sermon is part of our 2024 Advent sermon series. Advent is a time to reflect on how good God is for sending his Son into the world to rescue his people. And it’s an opportunity to think about how much you long for Jesus...

Have you ever considered the Christmas story from Joseph's point of view? Dave teaches from Matthew 1:18-25 and explores what Joseph's part in the story has to teach you.  This sermon is part of our 2024 Advent sermon series. Advent is a time to reflect on how good God is for sending his Son into the world to rescue his people. And it’s an opportunity to think about how much you long for Jesus’s r...

Jesus' genealogy is full of people, you might never expect. Hear as Keith explores Matthew 1:1-17 and reveals what we can learn about Jesus through his dysfunctional family. This sermon is part of our 2024 Advent sermon series. Advent is a time to reflect on how good God is for sending his Son into the world to rescue his people. And it’s an opportunity to think about how much you long for Jesus’s...

What if one of the Bible's most famous verses was actually one of the most misused and misunderstood verses? Keith explores the context surrounding Philippians 4:13, revealing the true meaning behind one of the Bible's greatest hits. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our fa...

Are you looking for peace in the wrong places? Dave explores Paul's command from Philippians 4:4-9 to rejoice always, explaining how the true peace of God exists outside of your circumstances.  This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is th...

Living in community can be messy. Hear from Keith as he uses Philippians 4:1-3 to understand how to navigate conflict faithfully. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that su...

Are your loyalties to a political party or to King Jesus? Keith explores Paul's challenge in Philippians 3:17-20 and encourages believers to approach politics with open hands. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of...

What's the one thing you want more than anything else in your life? Happiness, comfort, or money? Paul says as believers, it should be Jesus. Hear from Keith as he dives into Philippians 3:12-16 and challenges you to seek after Jesus with every new day. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to...

There are so many things you could build your life around: money, family, success, personality, and work. Compared to Christ, Paul says those things are worthless. Hear from Dave as he teaches from Philippians 3:7-11 and explains the reason behind Paul's severe language. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragemen...

Are you a joyful person? Making joy a personality trait rather than a fleeting feeling is not easy. Hear from Keith Simon as he preaches from Philippians 2:12-13 and unpacks the foundational ways you can find lasting joy. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even wh...

We all have a "way of life." The question is: is yours making your life better or worse? Dave unpacks Philippians 2:1-11 and explores the radical beauty of the cross-shaped way of life that Jesus lived. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Je...

"Gospel" is a religious word, but it hasn't always been that way. Hear from Dave as he unpacks Philippians 1:27-30 and reveals the radical challenge that Paul gives to early Christians when he tells them to live in step with the gospel of Christ. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep go...

Have you ever wondered what's the secret to feeling joy and peace in your life? In this sermon, Keith reveals how Philippians 1:12-26 shows us the way to a joyful life. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we...

Dave Cover kicks off the new fall sermon series through the Book of Philippians by teaching on the different ways prayer opens our eyes to the larger reality in our lives. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. Extend your Sunday morning worship by praying through Philippians all week. Download Simple Prayers from Philippians, a book of pra...

Guest Speaker Jackie Hill Perry challenged us to see the goodness of God's holiness by examining Isaiah 6. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you’ll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update...

How do you fight your battles? In this sermon, Keith Simon challenges you to pray with confident hope and place your battles in God's capable hands. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you’ll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Cros...