Do you know where the expression G.O.A.T. (Greatest of All Time) comes from? In September of 1992 Muhammed Ali's wife, Lonnie, created a company to protect the boxer's intellectual property under the name "G.O.A.T." - Greatest of All Time.

In 2000, LL Cool J released an album entitled G.O.A.T. where he later credited Ali as the inspiration behind the name of the album.

So when you think of the greatest of all time, who do you think of and why? 

Is it: 

- Muhammed Ali: 56 wins. 5 losses. 37 knockouts.

- Tom Brady: 243 wins. 73 losses. x7 Super Bowl Champion.

- Tiger Woods: 82 PGA wins. 18 major championships.

- Michael Jordan: 706 wins. 366 losses. 6 NBA championships.

- Lou Gehrig: .340 avg. 113.6 WAR. .447 OBP. x7 World Series Champion.

When we think of the greatest of ALL time, it needs to be someone who stands the test of time.

As we continue our new message series called "Journey," we will be looking at God's "numbers" and track record throughout history.

Who has stood the test of time more than Jesus? Look at God's track record in the Bible...He is undefeated. Even when Jesus went up against death, he was knocked down, but not out. Yes, he died on the cross, but three days later he rose from the dead.

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Follow Along with your Bible: Acts, chapter 13, verses 13-43

Song of the Week: "God Is For Us" by CityAlight https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxl1EOhJiRA

"Amazing Track Record" sermon was done by Pastor Dan Solofra at CrossWalk Church, in part of the "Journey" message series.

CrossWalk Church - Sunday Worship:

Online: cwlk.online.church: 9am / 11am

Laveen Campus: Cesar Chavez High School - 9am / 11am

Midtown Campus: Camelback High School - 10am

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There are many questions surrounding the horrific incident in Uvalde, Texas, but one thing is for sure: sinful people still do sinful things. It has been that way since the fall into sin. 

Some have asked: Where is God in all of this? Why isn't He doing something about it? The temptation may be to think that if God is a loving God then, since evil things are still happening, He must be powerless to stop evil. Or, the opposite side of the temptation may be that since God is all-powerful and He isn't stopping this, then He must bot be loving.

Neither of those are true. God cares and is personally involved in the lives of His people.

As we begin our new message series called "Journey," we will see how God stops sinful people from doing more sinful things. How? By spreading the Gospel. The good news about Jesus changes hearts.

We'll begin in Acts chapter 13 and there we will learn how Jesus' amazing power to change hearts resides in the Gospel.

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Follow Along with your Bible: Acts, chapter 13, verses 4-12  Song of the Week: "Yes I Will" by Vertical Worship https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrTv39-lG4M

"Amazing Power" sermon was done by Pastor Chris Johnson at CrossWalk Church, in part of the "Journey" message series.

CrossWalk Church - Sunday Worship:

Online: cwlk.online.church: 9am / 11am

Laveen Campus: Cesar Chavez High School - 9am / 11am

Midtown Campus: Camelback High School - 10am

It can be tempting to do life alone.

You can go at your own pace. You don't have to deal with the hassles that other people bring. You don't have to answer to anyone...

But isolation brings its own struggles. You don't have the encouragement from others,. You don't have anyone to hold you accountable and to give you direction. You could wander and get lost.

As we continues our "Life On Mission" message series, we will see how doing the mission of the church is better together. It's a huge mission, but why is it comforting?; because Jesus is with us on the mission. The Holy Spirit gives us the right tools for us to go out and do it together.  

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Follow Along with your Bible: Matthew, chapter 28, verses 16-20

Song of the Week: "The Commission" by CAIN [feat. Cody Carnes] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lz6XYSgGok

"Joining the Mission Together" sermon was done by Phil Bischoff (Director of Outreach and Youth Ministry) at CrossWalk Church, in part of the "Life On Mission" message series.

CrossWalk Church - Sunday Worship:

Online: cwlk.online.church: 9am / 11am

Laveen Campus: Cesar Chavez High School - 9am / 11am

Midtown Campus: Camelback High School - 10am

Can any of us have a "normal" conversation? Is there some type of middle ground? It's like when you see a man with a megaphone and a big sign that says, "Repent!"...do you get mixed emotions?

Is this really the best way to reach out to people? Is this an effective way of sharing the love of Jesus and the Gospel? Or are you thinking "at least he's doing something".

So, is there some sort of middle ground? Do we need a megaphone to share the love of Jesus or do we not really need anything at all?

As we continues our "Life On Mission" message series, we will see how we can live out God's mission in our lives in a seamless way.

Enhance your worship by listening to CrossWalk's Spotify playlist. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6oh96lgtXm0f46YtuJHdkL?si=2cbbccd9aba74d73

Follow Along with your Bible: Colossians, chapter 3 & 4

Song of the Week: "Your Love Defends Me" by Matt Maher https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jwpsDJOyl0o

"Everyday Missionary" sermon was done by Pastor Dan Solofra at CrossWalk Church, in part of the "Life On Mission" message series.

CrossWalk Church - Sunday Worship:

Online: cwlk.online.church: 9am / 11am

Laveen Campus: Cesar Chavez High School - 9am / 11am

Midtown Campus: Camelback High School - 10am

What makes a mom a "Good Mom"? God has given moms a mission to share Jesus with their kids. This is an incredibly important and challenging job.

Maybe the best news that God gives moms is that they are not alone. Not only is He with them, but He gives them tools and the support they need to accomplish the mission.

As we continues our "Life On Mission" message series, we will look at the mission that God has given moms in raising children.

Enhance your worship by listening to CrossWalk's Spotify playlist. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6oh96lgtXm0f46YtuJHdkL?si=2cbbccd9aba74d73

Follow Along with your Bible: 2 Timothy, chapter 3, verses 12-17

Song of the Week: "Amazing Grace" by Chris Tomlin https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KE-1YIMhA2M

"Mom, the Missionary" sermon was done by Pastor Dan Solofra at CrossWalk Church, in part of the "Life On Mission" message series.

CrossWalk Church - Sunday Worship:

Online: cwlk.online.church: 9am / 11am

Laveen Campus: Cesar Chavez High School - 9am / 11am

Midtown Campus: Camelback High School - 10am

As we begin our new message series, we will tackle the question "How do I find purpose in my life".

Take a moment and reflect on the definition of the word purpose; "the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists". It says it right in the definition, we have a purpose. We were created. We exist because of God.

Another way to phrase the question would be, do you struggle to connect what you do on a day-to-day basis with the overall reason why God has put you on this planet? In our message, we will consider the purpose God has given us in our lives and how we can live out that purpose...in a life on mission.

Enhance your worship by listening to CrossWalk's Spotify playlist. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6oh96lgtXm0f46YtuJHdkL?si=2cbbccd9aba74d73

Follow Along with your Bible: Romans 10, verses 1-15

Song of the Week: "Build My Life" by Pat Barrett [feat. Chris Tomlin] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z32HiCoFzlU

"The Missionary's Message" sermon was done by Pastor Dan Solofra at CrossWalk Church, in part of the "Life On Mission" message series.

CrossWalk Church - Sunday Worship:

Online: cwlk.online.church: 9am / 11am

Laveen Campus: Cesar Chavez High School - 9am / 11am

Midtown Campus: Camelback High School - 10am

What happens when someone dies? In a survey done by Pew Research center in November of 2021, Americans were asked what they believe about the afterlife.

While it seems the majority believe that there is some sort of after life, there are conflicting opinions about how we get there. So the question becomes: what happens?

God does not leave us wondering about this important question. In fact, He gives us absolute certainty about what happens. Why can we have certainty? Because Jesus rose from the dead!

In our message, we will explore the evidence, the eyewitness testimony and the reality of what it all means for us.

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Follow Along with your Bible: 1 Corinthians, Chapter 15

Song of the Week: "Praise the King" by Corey Voss https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5BTQKkqlNTg

"Nobody but Jesus…Can Rescue Me From Death" sermon was done by Pastor Chris Johnson at CrossWalk Church, in part of the "Nobody but Jesus" message series.

CrossWalk Church - Sunday Worship:

Online: cwlk.online.church: 9am / 11am

Laveen Campus: Cesar Chavez High School - 9am / 11am

Midtown Campus: Camelback High School - 10am

"Man of Sorrows, Lamb of God, by His own betrayed, the sin of man and wrath of God has been on Jesus laid." Good Friday is the day that we remember Jesus, giving his life as a sacrifice on the altar of the cross.

As we look at ending Holy Week, understand that the death of Jesus was not just a senseless act of brutality, but the price paid for the sin of man kind. Easter Sunday is a celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus.

Nobody but Jesus...can Rise from Death!

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Follow Along with your Bible: Matthew 28, verses 1-10

Song of the Week: "It Is Finished" by Passion [feat. Melodie Malone] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eEiFSrBwIjk

"Nobody but Jesus...can Rise from the Dead" sermon was done by Pastor Dan Solofra at CrossWalk Church, in part of the "Nobody but Jesus" message series, on Easter (2022).

CrossWalk Church - Sunday Worship:  

Online: cwlk.online.church: 9am / 11am

Laveen Campus: Cesar Chavez High School - 9am / 11am

Midtown Campus: Camelback High School - 10am

Have you ever wondered why we call Good Friday, "Good Friday"?

Jesus' life started with such promise. It showed what should be - what could be - what one day will be! On Palm Sunday, Jesus was welcomed as a King. On Good Friday, he will be punished and as an innocent man. Bribery, witness tampering, betrayal, denial, mock trials, beatings, thorns, nails, crucifixion, death and burial. Jesus, the Son of God, was put to death.

Understand that the death of Jesus was not just a senseless act of brutality, but the price paid for the sin of man kind.

Enhance your worship by listening to CrossWalk's Spotify playlist. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6oh96lgtXm0f46YtuJHdkL?si=2cbbccd9aba74d73

Follow Along with your Bible: Luke 23, verses 13-55 & Isaiah 53, verses 1-12

Song of the Week: "Hallelujah for the Cross" by Chris McClarney https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MY_XUfQpaAE

"Nobody but Jesus...is Willing to Take the Punishment that we Deserve" sermon was done by Pastor Dan Solofra at CrossWalk Church, in part of the "Nobody but Jesus" message series, for Good Friday (2022).

CrossWalk Church - Sunday Worship:

Online: cwlk.online.church: 9am / 11am

Laveen Campus: Cesar Chavez High School - 9am / 11am

Midtown Campus: Camelback High School - 10am

Have you ever voted in an election only to regret it a few years later? We've probably all been there at some point. We listen to a candidate, like what they say, believe they will actually make a difference...we vote...and pray....and we realize the promises are rarely kept. Our hopes become misguided. No wonder we can become frustrated with leadership and then continue to look elsewhere for someone or something better...

As we continue our "Nobody but Jesus" message series, we will dive into the Gospel of Luke. There we will focus on Jesus as our leader and King.

Jesus is not like any other leader. He showcases his humility, he places his selfless love on display for all to see, and he keeps his promises. Every single one of them. No matter the cost or sacrifice.

Enhance your worship by listening to CrossWalk's Spotify playlist. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6oh96lgtXm0f46YtuJHdkL?si=2cbbccd9aba74d73 

Follow Along with your Bible: Luke - ch.19, versus 28-40

Song of the Week: "Hosanna" by Saddleback Worship https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5m-QB5hgMSE   

"Nobody but Jesus...is King of All (and Worthy of our Praise)" sermon was done by Pastor Dan Solofra at CrossWalk Church, in part of the "Nobody but Jesus" message series.

CrossWalk Church - Sunday Worship: 

Online: cwlk.online.church: 9am / 11am 

Laveen Campus: Cesar Chavez High School - 9am / 11am 

Midtown Campus: Camelback High School - 10am