In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, we ask, "Why church?" We discuss how the church is not just a building or a weekly obligation, but a living, breathing community designed by God. We’ll talk about why gathering together shapes our faith, how it challenges and encourages us, and what we miss when we try to follow Jesus alone. This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow Crosswinds Pastor and co-host Elijah Merrill.

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In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, Craig Cooper and Elijah Merrill continue in chapter 3 of Keith Drury's book, Common Ground: What All Christians Believe and Why It Matters. Through reading Keith's book, we unpack the Apostles Creed and explore the shared beliefs that have united Christians across traditions for generations, and why those core truths are foundational for everyday faith. Whether you’re new to faith or you've been a believer for many years, let's discover the common ground we stand on together! This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow Crosswinds Pastor and co-host Elijah Merrill.

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In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, we take an honest look at the quiet struggle of laziness and how it can slowly dull our spiritual lives. What does Scripture really say about diligence, discipline, and purpose? Let's discuss how we move from knowing what’s right to actually living it out. This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow Crosswinds Pastor and co-host Elijah Merrill.

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In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, we walk through Passion Week, tracing the road from celebration to sacrifice, from Palm Sunday to the cross. Together, we reflect on the tension, the heartbreak, and the overwhelming love displayed in Jesus’ final days. Whether you’re familiar with the story or seeing it with fresh eyes, this conversation invites you to slow down, examine your own faith, and rediscover the depth of what Christ has done for you. This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow Crosswinds Pastor and co-host Elijah Merrill.

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In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, Craig Cooper and Elijah Merrill continue in chapter 2 of Keith Drury's book, Common Ground: What All Christians Believe and Why It Matters. Through reading Keith's book, we unpack the Apostles Creed and explore the shared beliefs that have united Christians across traditions for generations, and why those core truths are foundational for everyday faith. Whether you’re new to faith or you've been a believer for many years, let's discover the common ground we stand on together! This week, Pastor Craig and Pastor Elijah are joined by fellow Ministry Leader, Sheldon Boyce, the Technical Arts Director at Crosswinds Church, and Executive Producer of the podcast!

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In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, we talk about the weight of a long winter, both in the world around us and in our spiritual lives. Seasons of waiting, dryness, and discouragement can make it feel like renewal will never come. But God is always at work beneath the surface, even when growth isn’t yet visible. Join us as we reflect on how faith sustains us through long seasons and how hope reminds us that spring always comes in God’s timing. This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow Crosswinds Pastor and co-host Elijah Merrill.

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In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, we explore what it truly means to rest in the Lord by trusting in His timing, releasing our burdens into His hands, and finding peace in His presence. Through Scripture and practical encouragement, we talk about how stepping away from the world's noise allows us to realign our hearts with God and remember that He is the one who sustains us. This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow Crosswinds Pastor and co-host Elijah Merrill.

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In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, we talk honestly about the weight of grief and the hope that can still be found in the midst of it. Through a Christian perspective, we explore how God meets us in our sorrow, why lament is an important part of faith, and how the presence of Christ brings comfort even in the darkest seasons. This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow Crosswinds Pastor and co-host Elijah Merrill.

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In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, Craig Cooper and Elijah Merrill jump into chapter 1 of Keith Drury's book, Common Ground: What All Christians Believe and Why It Matters. Through reading Keith's book, we unpack the Apostles Creed and explore the shared beliefs that have united Christians across traditions for generations, and why those core truths are foundational for everyday faith. Whether you’re new to faith or you've been a believer for many years, let's discover the common ground we stand on together! This week, Pastor Craig and Pastor Elijah are joined by fellow Crosswinds Pastors, Betty Ryan and Dave Wright!

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In this episode of Crosswinds Unleashed, we explore what it means to keep walking faithfully when growth feels slow, seasons feel long, and the finish line seems far away. Together, we’ll reflect on how God’s grace sustains us, as we take one obedient step in His direction at a time. This week, Pastor Craig Cooper is joined by fellow Crosswinds Pastor and co-host Elijah Merrill.

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