Crossroads - Weekend Messages

In a world obsessed with climbing higher, Jesus points us downward. When His disciples asked, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” Jesus responded by placing a child in front of them—and in doing so, He turned the whole idea of greatness upside down. In this message, we explore the radical call of Jesus to humble ourselves, trust Him like children, and remember that even as mature believers, we never stop needing a Savior. True greatness in God’s kingdom is not about power or platform, but about humility, surrender, and generational faithfulness. It’s time to stop striving and start trusting—and to live in such a way that the next generation sees Jesus clearly in us.

In John 9, Jesus heals a man born blind, which provokes the question of sin and suffering. This story illustrates the power of Jesus, not only to restore physical sight, but also to offer each of us a new perspective on life and divine purpose. As we embrace His perspective on life, Jesus then can transform our struggles into testimonies of His power and love.

In a world driven by deadlines and urgency, Jesus invites us to slow down and walk at His pace. As we continue in the A Life With Jesus series, we see that even He faced pressure from those closest to Him. Yet today’s passage reminds us that God’s perfect timing doesn’t bend to human demands. It may not match our ideal schedule, but it’s always right on time. Join us as we explore how Christ embodied obedience, patience, and purpose—and how these qualities can help shape our faith when the world says, “Go now,” but God says, “Not yet.”

What would your life look like without fear? Most of us are shaped by unspoken anxiety that quietly colors our thoughts, actions, and desires. But what if there’s a way to move from fearful to fearless? Beneath the weight that is holding you back, a deeper truth is waiting. Discover key truths from God’s Word that will help you move forward with freedom.

At just 12 years old, Jesus showed us what it looks like to seek wisdom and grow in spiritual maturity. This week, we’ll explore how Jesus’ time in the temple wasn’t just a moment of insight but a model for us. Learn how prioritizing God’s Word and pursuing divine wisdom can shape your life, relationships, and calling, allowing you to walk in the life Jesus has for you.

In the life of Jesus, we often see situations that force us to take a moment to consider their implications. Whether Jesus is arguing with the religious elite of His day or He is stopping to talk with children, Jesus’ approach to life is often startling and exciting. One of these moments is when Jesus entered the temple courts and literally began to overturn tables. We don’t often see Jesus this way, but the account is contained in each of the four Gospels. Jesus’ actions have much to teach us.

Some of us believe in the idea of miracles, some of us have seen miracles, and some of us are just praying that the Lord even sees what we are going through. In today's story of Lazarus, we see all three examples. God wants to teach us that no matter where we find ourselves, no matter our circumstance or heartache, God is coming and He wants to show us His glory. 

As we continue to look at Jesus’ Olivet Discourse, we will see how Jesus invites us to walk through the world with the information that He has already shared with us. Jesus is not only concerned that we believe the right things, but He also wants us to apply those truths in the right way. Right theology must lead to right living. And Jesus points the way into the future for us as His followers.

Trouble in life is guaranteed. The Bible tells us in John 16:33, “In the world you will have tribulation.” So where on earth can we find hope? Jesus answers this question with absolute clarity in the same verse, “...but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” While we all crave certainty about our future, who Jesus is and what He has done gives us the ultimate certainty. His imminent return quiets our loudest worries and calms our greatest anxieties if we simply believe and abide in Him. 

Our Lord Jesus is incredible. Everything about Him is praiseworthy. As a teacher, miracle worker, and social reformer, Jesus has transformed the world. We don’t often think of Jesus as a prophet. But He is a prophet. And His most famous prophecy is included in all three of the synoptic gospels: Matthew, Mark, and Luke. It is called the Olivet Discourse. This weekend, we will begin exploring it.