The CrossStu Podcast!

In this episode, we’ll see how Daniel spent years in Babylon, staying devoted to God through prayer and obedience, even when it was risky. Because of his faithfulness, others constantly saw God at work in his life, and his story reminds us that we can show our faith consistently. Scripture: Daniel 1–3, 6; Matthew 28:18–20; Colossians 3:23–24 Bottom Line: We can show our faith consistently. Downloa...

In this episode, we’ll see how Daniel’s enemies set a trap for him, leading to a night in a den full of hungry lions. Daniel kept trusting God, reminding us that no matter what kind of “lions’ den” we’re thrown into, we can show our faith when things get difficult. Scripture: Daniel 6:1–23; John 20:19–22; Romans 8:26–27 Bottom Line: We can show our faith when things get difficult. Be sure to follo...

In this episode, we see how Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego’s unwavering choice to worship only God—and not bow to the king’s statue—was tested in a fiery furnace. Their story reminds us that we’re never alone—God is with us, and we have each other—so we can show our faith together. Scripture: Daniel 3; Ephesians 1:15–19; Hebrews 12:1 Bottom Line: We can show our faith together. Be sure to follow...

In this episode, we’ll see how Jesus invited his disciples to share the good news and to shine as a light for others to see. Through Jesus’ teaching, we’re reminded that the joy we find in him isn’t something to keep to ourselves because God invites us to share our joy. Scripture: Matthew 4:18–22, 5:14–16; Romans 15:13; Isaiah 12:6 Bottom Line: God invites us to share our joy. Be sure to follow us...

In this episode, we’ll see how Paul shared that just like our body has many parts, everyone has unique gifts designed to work together to help others. Thankfully, we’re not on our own in discovering how to use our gifts because God's Spirit helps us serve others. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12–21; Romans 12:3–5; Psalm 98:1–2 Bottom Line: God's Spirit helps us serve others. Be sure to follo...

"Let's Chat!" is the Crosswinds Student Ministry interview-style segment where we dive deeper into topics that students want to talk more about. This is where we see how our faith interacts with the world outside of church. In this episode, Sage interviews Téa Stephenson and the two talk about mental health as it relates to our faith! If you or someone you know is experiencing a ment...

In this episode, we’ll hear Jesus' story about a Samaritan who immediately helped an injured man while others just walked by. Jesus made it clear that loving your neighbor shows up through our actions, reminding us that Jesus asks us to care for each other. Scripture: Luke 10:25–37; 2 Thessalonians 1:11–12; Psalm 84:3–4 Bottom Line: Jesus asks us to care for each other. Be sure to follow us on...

In this episode, we’ll see how the disciples saw a hungry crowd as an inconvenience, but Jesus challenged them to have compassion and serve the crowd by meeting their needs. Through this moment, the disciples became part of the bigger miracle, reminding us that Jesus shows us how to notice others' needs. Scripture: Mark 6:30–44; Philippians 2:3–4; Psalm 84:3–4 Bottom Line: Jesus shows us how t...

In this episode, students will learn how Jesus taught that God blesses the people we wouldn’t expect, like the humble and the peacemakers. His words give us a new direction to follow, showing us that when we look to God’s words, the Bible helps us see things differently. Scripture : Matthew 5:1–12; Psalm 119:18, 105 Bottom Line : The Bible helps us see things differently. Be sure to follow us on I...