Cross Pointe Canton

The importance of focus and perspective shapes how our actions reflect our inner priorities. Exploring humanity’s moral compass, the parable of the Good Samaritan reveals how our perspective directly influences our behavior. There’s also a look at how society shifted from divine truth to human reason during the Enlightenment, highlighting the need to root our lives in biblical truths. Practical steps encourage examining our focus, aligning it with Scripture, and acting with compassion and grace in our daily lives.

Preparation is key to embracing the opportunities God places before us. Biblical stories like those of Joseph, David, and the Shunammite woman illustrate the importance of being ready. Faithfulness in daily tasks and perseverance through trials prepare us for God's timing. Aligning our preparation with God's plan leads to miraculous outcomes. Embrace the process, commit to faithfulness, and stay spiritually ready to receive God's incredible opportunities.

In the midst of election season, the pressure to conform to political ideologies and engage in heated debates can feel overwhelming. As Christians, how do we remain true to our faith while navigating the complexities of politics? How can we stand firm in our beliefs without alienating those with differing opinions? And most importantly, how can we reflect Christ’s love in all we say and do during such a pivotal time?

Message from Pastor Brad Myers on October 13, 2024

Feeling the pressure to conform? Embrace the call to be different! Discover how biblical figures like Joseph and Daniel stood out and made a difference. How can you use your unique gifts to serve others and glorify God?

A divine shift is a God-orchestrated transformation that calls for a fresh mindset and bold new actions. Joshua Chapter 1 reveals how to fully embrace this shift by rethinking responsibilities, deepening faith, and staying adaptable. It’s about stepping into God-given roles with confidence, trusting in His promises, and preparing for the challenges ahead. Faith, flexibility, and obedience are key as the journey unfolds, and it’s crucial to lean on community support while allowing God’s peace to take over. The shift is happening, and it’s a call to rise and move forward in alignment with His purpose!

What happens if God is moving to make a shift in our lives, but we’re not prepared or willing to make the change? If we’re not prepared or willing to make a divine shift, we’ll end up never moving past where we’re currently at. The series, Divine Shift, will teach us how God’s timing plays a critical role in shifting our lives to think different, be different, do different, and live differently through a divinely shifted life!

Embrace God's call by moving beyond halfway measures in your faith. Inspired by Abram's journey, this message challenges us to trust God's orchestration, even when it seems difficult or unclear. Reflect on areas where you might be settling for comfort and take steps to fully embrace God's promises. Persistence and dedication in faith will lead to the fulfillment of His promises.

Abram’s story, alongside his father Terah, illustrates the importance of not settling in our spiritual journey. Terah stopped in Haran, halfway to Canaan, and never reached the promised land, while Abram continued, trusting in God’s promise and driven by faith. This reminds us to trust God’s plans, even when they seem confusing, and to keep moving forward, regardless of opposition or comfort.

The idea of “meeting God halfway” comes alive in the story of Abraham and his journey of faith. Imagine being called by God at 75 and promised countless descendants, but then waiting years without any sign of that promise being fulfilled. Abraham and Sarah, frustrated and impatient, decided to take control, leading to the birth of Ishmael instead of waiting for Isaac, the son God had promised. This story shows that while God’s promises are rock-solid, the way to get there might not always make sense and can challenge us to stay the course. It’s about trusting God’s timing and having faith that His plans are far better than anything we could come up with on our own. When we let go of our need to control and fully surrender to God’s path, that’s where we find true freedom and purpose.