The Locker Room

We sit down with Crossroads Teaching-Team member Brian Robinson. We reflect on Brian’s life, the sermon he preached on Sunday, and the narrative of Abraham and Sarah’s faith journey from Genesis 12-25. Hosts: Rod VanSolkema, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker Show Notes: To sign up for 24/7 prayer during Holy-Week click: https://signup.24-7prayer.com/signup/c2339e

Some books on how to read the Bible are academically informative but can make God seem distant. Other books are spiritually vibrant but provide few tools that truly help God's people read the Bible better. We sit down with Dr. Andrew Abernethy to discuss his new book: Savoring Scripture: A Six-Step Guide to Studying the Bible. Andrew is the Associate Dean of Graduate Biblical and Theological Studi...

We sit down with Neluțu (John) lubas and his wife Maria. Neluțu is Lead Pastor of Holy Trinity Baptist Church in Bucharest, Romania. During the Russia/Ukraine war, Maria dreamed up a refugee ministry for Ukrainians fleeing their country, and started by using their church to host them. Neluțu is also the Regional Director for M4 Church Planting Network in Southeast Europe and a key leader in "UBC22...

We sit down to talk Genesis 19 and the destruction of Sodom, and how God’s justice and mercy meet in His punishment for their sin. We explore how worshiping a God who is just and will vindicate is actually one of the most comforting realities in life. Contribution from Quinn Humphrey (producer) on this episode.

We sit down to talk Genesis 18 and the role of Abraham priesting on behalf of Sodom. We ponder how to be “in the world but not of it.”

We sit down with Crossroads Creative Director RJ Alicea and Student Ministries Admin. Molly Vedders to explore Genesis 18 and the story of Sarah struggling with her barrenness. We talk about cynicism, hope, and the laughter of God. We also explore the use of creative arts in the Christian life and how God can redeem all things for his purposes.

We explore Genesis 17 and talk about the covenant mark of circumcision. What did this mean for the family of Abraham and the nation of Israel? We also explore how our faith is often marked by moments of suffering and wounding; and how when those wounds are redeemed they can be used to heal others.

We sit down with Derek Russ, Wade Vegteveen and Chad Shelner to discuss how our work can be a place of worship. With various backgrounds of workplace experience from landscaping, to sales, to palliative medical care, these men provide real-life practical discussion of the life-giving but disciplined choice to worship God through our work.

We sit down with Dr. Jerry Sittser a professor emeritus of theology and senior fellow at Whitworth University. Jerry Sittser specializes in the History of Christianity, Christian Spirituality, and Religion in American Public Life. Students have voted him “Most Influential Professor” ten times. He has written nine books, among them “A Grace Disguised”, “The Will of God as a Way of Life”, and “Water...

We sit down with Las Vegas Raiders Quarterback Aidan O’Connell, to talk about living out his faith on the “street-corner” of the NFL.

We sit down with Shannon Popkin to digest the story of Abram and Sarai thus far (Gen. 12-18). Far from a fairytale, Genesis tells the story of a family that begins with wrestling and frustration as they cling to the promises of God amidst the reality of infertility. By the time we reach Genesis 15, Abram is frustrated, and the Lord approaches him with comforting words and then initiates a shocking...

We sit down to talk through Libby’s recent trip to Israel and hear stories from a place that is walking through immense suffering. We also discuss Genesis 14, and Abram’s heroic rescue of Lot as well as the strange but beautiful encounter with Melchizedek, the Priest-King of Salem.

We welcome Ryan DeHaan (Crossroads Bible Church Maintenance Director), to talk about his testimony and incredible transformation from destruction and death to new life in Christ. (Please be advised this episode includes descriptions of drug abuse and self-harm/suicide).

We sit down with Crossroads Bible Church College and Young Adult Pastors Gabe Hartfield and Nathan English to talk about wrestling through all types of relationships in light of our faith and a desire to honor God. What are current challenges we face relationally and what place do concepts like singleness, dating, marriage and friendship have in our walk with Christ?  

We sit down to talk about all things prayer. What is it? Why don’t we do it? What happens when we do? We also share stories from the prayer room and our 24/7 week of prayer at Crossroads Bible Church.

We sit down to reflect on Genesis chapter 13. We walk through the story of Lot splitting off from his uncle Abram to pitch his tent near Sodom. Why are worldly riches such a trap? Do our choices have long-term earthly consequences? What about God’s grace and mercy? Tune in as we explore these questions and more.

We sit down to reflect on God’s faithfulness in 2023 and look forward to all that God will have for us in 2024. Then we dive into the story of Abraham building an altar in Shechem, and what it looks like to build altars for the Lord in our own lives. We finish with a raw discussion on fleeing sexual sin.

We sit down with Crossroads Global Missions Pastor Joe Sindorf and Chief Operating Officer of Renew World Outreach Chris Vollo to talk about leveraging technology for the Kingdom of God. We talk about finding our calling, reaching unreached people groups with the Word of God, and how to walk boldly with the message of the gospel on our respective “street corners.” To learn more about the work God...

We sit down with Neluțu Iubas (Lead Pastor of Holy Trinity Baptist Church, Bucharest, Romania). Neluțu is also the Regional Director for M4 Church Planting Network in Southeast Europe and a key leader in “UBC22” - which is a convoy ministry supporting churches, and housing displaced people of Ukraine during the war.  To Support Pastor Neluțu Iubas: https://m4europe.org/team/nelutu-iubas/ To Suppor...

We sit down with Dr. Joe Stowell to talk about all things Christmas. What are we actually celebrating? How do we keep the awe and wonder year after year? How do we shine the light of Christ brightly into a dark world? Sign up for 24/7 Prayer here:  https://signup.24-7prayer.com/signup/37c076/

We sit down with Dr. Scott Gustafson to talk about Genesis 10-11. We discuss the Table of Nations and the implications for understanding the world we live in today. We move through the Babel narrative and talk about how fear drives pride which causes division in the human race.  Sign up for 24/7 Prayer here:  https://signup.24-7prayer.com/signup/37c076/

We sit down with Crossroads Pastor of Partner Care and Development Dan Thompson to talk Genesis 7-9 and the story of Noah and his family. We explore how these chapters set up some stunning themes that trace through the entire Bible as well as how the the ark points us forward to Jesus who’s redemptive work carries us through the waters of God’s judgement, absolves our guilt and covers us with grac...

We sit down with Dr. Neil Martin (Faculty of Theology at Oxford University, Pastor at Oxford Presbyterian Church, and Director of B-Less Ministries) and Crossroads College Pastor Nathan English to talk about our Gospel hope in an increasingly secular world.  What hope do Christians have that others don’t while dealing with suffering, and disappointment? We also chat about what God is up to at Oxfo...

Some parts of scripture are weird, especially when approaching the text from a modern Western context. Should we ignore them? Can we understand them? Why does it matter? We sit down with Ancient Paths affiliate and All Saints Church (Austin, TX) Director of Women’s Ministry Kim Hall to discuss all things Genesis 6. We talk about fallen angels, giants, the Nephilim, the spiritual realm, and what th...

We sit down with Crossroads Resident-Pastor Dave Geroux to chat about Cain and Abel, and the Bible’s first homicide. We talk about how evil desires give birth to sin, and sin when full-grown always gives birth to death. Lastly, we discuss all these things in light of the gospel, and how teh blood of Jesus speaks a better word than the spilled blood of Abel.