Are you exhausted from trying to force things to happen in your own strength? Discover how your greatest breakthrough is actually waiting for you to face your fears and start wrestling with God. 

00:00:00 - Introduction: Finding Victory in Daily Struggles 

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Welcome to the official channel of Cross Culture Global, the digital-first media ministry of Cross Culture Church, led by Pastor Elliott Warren. We believe following Jesus isn't a Sunday tradition—it's a radical way of living in today's world.

Our mission is to move beyond motivation to deliver profound biblical teaching with raw, real-life application. We dive deep into the complex and often "off-limits" topics that matter most.

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Do you feel isolated, overwhelmed, or like you're fighting a losing battle? Discover why God sometimes separates us from our comforts to prepare us for our greatest breakthrough. 

In this message, Elliott Warren dives into the life of Jacob (Genesis 32) to explore the purpose behind our deepest struggles. Jacob spent his life striving, deceiving, and relying on his own strength to get ahead, but it wasn't until he was left completely alone that he truly met God. We often think that following God means a life free of trouble, but Jacob's story reveals that God often orchestrates our difficulties to transform us. 

We learn that the "wrestling matches" in our lives—whether with fear, past mistakes, or uncertain futures—are not meant to destroy us. Instead, they are designed to break our self-reliance and build a trust that can withstand anything. If you are ready to stop striving in your flesh and start holding on to God for a blessing, this message will encourage you to persevere until your new day breaks. 

00:00 Welcome & Introduction

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Welcome to the official channel of Cross Culture Global, the digital-first media ministry of Cross Culture Church, led by Pastor Elliott Warren. We believe following Jesus isn't a Sunday tradition—it's a radical way of living in today's world.

Our mission is to move beyond motivation to deliver profound biblical teaching with raw, real-life application. We dive deep into the complex and often "off-limits" topics that matter most.

What you’ll find here:

crossculturechurch.com 

Are you exhausted from trying to make things happen in your own strength? Discover why your self-confidence might be the very thing holding you back from God's best and how to find true power in surrender.

Have you been serving God faithfully but still feel like your prayers are hitting a ceiling? In this powerful message, Elliott Warren dives into the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth to reveal what God is actually doing in your season of waiting.

It is easy to trust God when the blessings are flowing, but what happens when you do everything "right"—living blamelessly and praying consistently—and yet your deepest desire remains unfulfilled? Many of us, like Zechariah, interpret God's silence as a denial. But silence does not mean absence.

In this sermon, Pastor Elliott explores the "Altar of Incense" and the moment God broke 400 years of silence to answer a prayer Zechariah had likely stopped praying. You will learn how to handle seasons of disappointment, why your private faithfulness matters more than your public success, and how to prepare your spirit for a "sudden" encounter with God's favor. If you are ready to move from sorrow to hope, this message is for you.

[00:00] – Introduction: Trusting God for Breakthroughs in the New Year

[04:36] – The Story of Zechariah: Faithfulness in the Midst of Barrenness

[06:46] – The Altar of Incense: What Happens When Your Prayers Rise

[09:37] – "Do Not Be Afraid": When God Finally Breaks the Silence

[20:58] – Restoration of Faith: Moving from Disappointment to Expectation

[29:19] – Why God Choses the "Blameless": Living for an Audience of One

[39:42] – When God Seems Late: Understanding Divine Timing & Favor

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Welcome to the official channel of Cross Culture Global, the digital-first media ministry of Cross Culture Church, led by Pastor Elliott Warren. We believe following Jesus isn't a Sunday tradition—it's a radical way of living in today's world.

Our mission is to move beyond motivation to deliver profound biblical teaching with raw, real-life application. We dive deep into the complex and often "off-limits" topics that matter most.

What you’ll find here:

crossculturechurch.com 

How to Activate the Promises of Sowing and Reaping | Biblical Principles for Blessing

Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of lack or waiting for a breakthrough? In this message, we dive deep into the spiritual law of sowing and reaping and how to align your life with God’s kingdom economics. Discover how to move beyond natural reasoning and step into a life of faith-based giving and radical obedience. We explore biblical examples—from Abraham’s sacrifice to Peter’s boat—to show how your "seed" is often the very trigger for the blessings of God you’ve been praying for. Whether you are sowing in a season of "tears" or looking to increase your harvest of righteousness, this teaching provides the spiritual instruction needed to activate God’s promises. Learn why putting the Kingdom first is the ultimate strategy for risk mitigation in life’s disasters and how to ensure you reap in due season.

In this video, you will learn: How to identify the "seed" in your hand. The difference between sowing to the flesh and sowing to the Spirit. How biblical generosity breaks the cycle of debt and lack. Why your harvest depends on the "measure" you use.

[00:00] – The Power of Instruction: Learning How to Live by the Word

[03:30] – Understanding the Spiritual Law of Sowing and Reaping [05:15] – Why You Can’t Mock God: The Certainty of the Harvest

[07:26] – Kingdom Economics: Give and It Shall Be Given Back to You

[10:13] – How Your Sowing Becomes the Means for Your Blessing

[12:39] – Abraham and Isaac: When Sowing Costs You Something Significant

[18:44] – Casting Your Bread on the Waters: Trusting God in Disaster

[24:34] – A Miraculous Testimony: The Horse, the Depression, and the Harvest

[30:13] – Expecting a Reward: Why It’s Not Selfish to Look to God’s Promises

[35:02] – Bountiful vs. Sparing: Choosing the Size of Your Harvest

[41:40] – What is the Harvest of Righteousness?

[49:54] – From Waiter to Wealthy: A Story of Radical Generosity

[54:02] – The Widow’s Last Meal: Putting God First in a Famine

[01:01:05] – Encouragement for Those Waiting for Their "Due Season"

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Welcome to Christian Sermons & Worldview - the official podcast of Cross Culture Church, led by Pastor Elliott Warren. We are a Jesus-centered Christian ministry dedicated to reaching a global digital audience. Our focus is on profound biblical teaching, powerful sermons, and the real-life application of faith to modern cultural issues.

This podcast provides weekly content to help you strengthen your walk with God, gain wisdom for everyday living, and deepen your understanding of the Christian worldview.

Topics often discussed include: Spiritual Warfare, Overcoming Trials, Prophetic Vision, Money & Stewardship, Relationships, and The Great Harvest.

- New sermons every week!

- To learn more, visit us online at https://www.crossculturechurch.com

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In this powerful sermon, we dive deep into the Christmas story through the lens of Zechariah and Elizabeth. Often overlooked, their journey of barrenness, silence, and eventual breakthrough offers profound lessons on faith, divine favor, and the power of consecration.

Are you in a season where it feels like God isn’t hearing your prayers? Discover how God uses seasons of "silence" to restore our faith and prepare us for the miraculous. Learn why living righteously attracts God’s favor and how dedicating your dreams back to Him can unlock your breakthrough in the coming year.

Key Topics Covered:

The role of Zechariah and Elizabeth in the Christmas story.

Understanding the difference between God's love and God's favor.

How to handle seasons of disappointment and unanswered prayer.

The importance of consecration and "praying the right way."

Preparing your heart and vision for 2026.

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Video Chapters [00:00] - Trusting God for Great Breakthroughs in the New Year [01:40] - Opening Prayer: Dedicating Our Finances and Lives [04:36] - Introducing Zechariah: A Study of Faith and Lineage [06:46] - The Altar of Incense: When Prayers Rise to Heaven [09:37] - Gabriel’s Message: "Do Not Be Afraid, Your Prayer Is Heard" [13:58] - John the Baptist: A Purpose Beyond Imagination [16:32] - Learning from Zechariah’s Mistake: Doubt vs. Faith [20:58] - Restoration of Faith: Moving from Sorrow to Hope [24:49] - The Naming of John: When Silence Finally Breaks [29:19] - Why God Chose Zechariah and Elizabeth: Living Blamelessly [31:13] - Understanding Divine Favor: How to Grow in Favor with God [39:42] - When God Seems Silent: He Still Hears Your Heartfelt Prayers [43:39] - The Power of Consecration: Praying the Way God Wants [46:21] - Lessons from Hannah: Dedicating Your Dreams to the Lord [52:15] - New Year’s Call to Radical Trust and Dedication [57:16] - Closing Blessing and New Year’s Prayer

Welcome to Christian Sermons & Worldview - the official podcast of Cross Culture Church, led by Pastor Elliott Warren. We are a Jesus-centered Christian ministry dedicated to reaching a global digital audience. Our focus is on profound biblical teaching, powerful sermons, and the real-life application of faith to modern cultural issues. This podcast provides weekly content to help you strengthen your walk with God, gain wisdom for everyday living, and deepen your understanding of the Christian worldview. Topics often discussed include: Spiritual Warfare, Overcoming Trials, Prophetic Vision, Money & Stewardship, Relationships, and The Great Harvest. - New sermons every week! -

To learn more, visit us online at https://www.crossculturechurch.com -

Get the App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.subsplashconsulting.s_VZHBV8&pcampaignid=web_share

Welcome to Christian Sermons & Worldview - the official podcast of Cross Culture Church, led by Pastor Elliott Warren. We are a Jesus-centered Christian ministry dedicated to reaching a global digital audience. Our focus is on profound biblical teaching, powerful sermons, and the real-life application of faith to modern cultural issues.

This podcast provides weekly content to help you strengthen your walk with God, gain wisdom for everyday living, and deepen your understanding of the Christian worldview.

Topics often discussed include: Spiritual Warfare, Overcoming Trials, Prophetic Vision, Money & Stewardship, Relationships, and The Great Harvest.

- New sermons every week!

- To learn more, visit us online at https://www.crossculturechurch.com

- Get the App:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.subsplashconsulting.s_VZHBV8&pcampaignid=web_share

Welcome to Christian Sermons & Worldview - the official podcast of Cross Culture Church, led by Pastor Elliott Warren. We are a Jesus-centered Christian ministry dedicated to reaching a global digital audience. Our focus is on profound biblical teaching, powerful sermons, and the real-life application of faith to modern cultural issues. This podcast provides weekly content to help you strengthen your walk with God, gain wisdom for everyday living, and deepen your understanding of the Christian worldview. Topics often discussed include: Spiritual Warfare, Overcoming Trials, Prophetic Vision, Money & Stewardship, Relationships, and The Great Harvest. -

New sermons every week! -

To learn more, visit us online at https://www.crossculturechurch.com -

Get the App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.subsplashconsulting.s_VZHBV8&pcampaignid=web_share