Sermons

McKnight Crossings Church lead minister, Andrew Owens, brings a Resurrection Sunday message looking into the “I am… “ statements of Jesus Christ, this week exploring when Christ stated “I Am the Resurrection and the Life” through the Easter story and the story of Lazarus. We are challenged to see the inherent and natural inclination towards finality that we have when facing death and how Christ encourages to see how death is nothing more than a pause, and step into the next chapter of existence.

McKnight Crossings Church lead minister, Andrew Owens, continues examining the "I am…" statements of Jesus Christ. This week we are asked to consider Christ’s description of himself as the Good Shepherd, a person who cares so deeply for those in his care that he is willing to die to keep them safe. In turn, the sheep know the shepherd, the person they can trust, and Andrew encourages to explore each of our individual relationships with Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd, who will care for us and in whom we can trust.

McKnight Crossings Church Children & Family Minister, Devin Daniel, continues our series exploring the deep meanings behind the “I Am…” statements of Jesus Christ through which Christ describes himself and identifies as God’s messiah. Devin asks us to consider Jesus describing himself as “the bread of life”. We are reminded that this statement is not about what we eat, or how we approach the communion we share. Instead, Devin challenges us to see the symbolism behind “bread of life” challenging us to take Jesus Christ into ourselves, make him a part of us each day, as we strive to draw closer to God.

McKnight Crossings Church lead minister, Andrew Owens, asks us to consider Jesus’ claim of, “I Am the Gate”, the access to God and the Kingdom of God. Andrew encourages us to consider how a faith in the message of Christ is the path to salvation, and how we might gate-keep against those we don’t perceive to be truly faithful. We are challenged to consider the path we are following to be faithful and asked if we are looking toward access through the gate or are we trying to about our own salvation the hard way?

McKnight Crossings Church lead minister, Andrew Owens, begins a new sermon series focusing on the “I Am” statements of Jesus Christ, beginning this week with “I am the light of the world.” We are asked to consider navigating a space in true darkness and the struggles that we experience; how much more so when considering a life lived in “the dark”. Andrew encourages us to remember and know that we have a light to help lead us through the dark, the light of the world; Jesus Christ.

McKnight Crossings Church lead minister, Andrew Owens, closes out our sermon series exploring the names of God found in the Bible considering the name “Yahweh”. Also known as “Jehovah”or “Adonai”this name is considered the divine name and so important in some God following cultures that it won’t even be said aloud, or written. It is a name that means “I Am”, a statement of existence in all forms and acknowledgment that he is present for us in all times; the God of compassion and mercy.

McKnight Crossings Church lead minister, Andrew Owens, continues our series exploring the meanings behind the names given to God throughout the Bible. This week we examine the name “Adonai” meaning “ruler, lord, master” and how it suggests a role that we, as the faithful, should take in regards to God. Andrew reminds us of God’s authority and power, along with his love for us as a parent who take lead of our lives at times, but always in an effort to take care of us and help us along our path.

McKnight Crossings Church worship minister, Kaylynn Myers, continues our series examining the names of God found in the Bible. This week we explore the name “El Roi”, the God who Sees, through the story of Hagar becoming pregnant with Ishmael and ultimately running away to end an abusive situation that followed the pregnancy. Kaylynn leads us through the story where God’s Angel finds Hagar and assures her that, despite the message of the people who oversee much of her life, she is significant and meaningful. We are reminded that God sees us, God sees the larger picture, and that we can trust that God has a plan we may not see but He does, regardless of whether our moments are those of hardship or joy; God knows us and sees the path ahead and we can trust Him.

McKnight Crossings Church lead minister, Andrew Owens, continues our sermon series exploring the names used to describe God throughout the Bible, this week examining “Yahweh Jireh”, The Lord will provide. Examining the story of Abraham nearly sacrificing his only son, Isaac on an altar, we are shown that God will provide to those who are faithful. Andrew challenges us to find the moments in our lives where we have chosen faith & trust that God will take care of us, and how we might prepare ourselves to have faith in the moments of hardship ahead; God will Provide.

McKnight Crossings Church lead minister, Andrew Owens, continues our series examining the many names of God that we find in the Bible, this week exploring Yahweh Shalom. Through the story of Gideon we are reminded that God is the Lord of Peace, even in the midst of a storm, metaphorical or real. Andrew encourages us to embrace the hope of God’s peace, and the promise that we can have it today if we will embrace it.