We say we’re busy, but what if that’s just a spiritual excuse?

In this episode of The Pursuit, James Griffin, Carlos Fernandez, and Brad Chandler unpack one of the most dangerous lies in the church today: that busyness equals faithfulness. The truth? You can be doing everything “for” God and still drift from God. If you’ve ever felt burned out, spiritually dry, or “too busy” for prayer, this conversation is your wake-up call.

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We live in a rage economy. Everyone’s angry about something, and culture loves it because outrage keeps us scrolling, posting, and dividing. In this episode, James Griffin, Matt Moody, and Carlos Fernandez talk about how Christians can live differently in a world that profits from our anger.

They unpack why anger sells, what righteous anger actually looks like, and how Jesus flipped tables without sinning. From online outrage to political division to everyday frustration, this conversation breaks down what it means to be angry and holy and why most of us get that backwards.

If you’ve ever found yourself caught up in the chaos of culture wars, this one’s for you. Learn how to let the Holy Spirit control your emotions, choose forgiveness over bitterness, and turn your frustration into faithful action.

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These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus → https://mycpcc.com/notes155

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Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give

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We don’t like to talk about it, but comparison is one of the most destructive habits in our culture and one of the most accepted sins in the church. In this episode, James Griffin, Carlos Fernandez, and Jacob Whitehead get real about envy, discontentment, and the constant pressure to measure your life against everyone else’s.

They unpack how envy grows quietly in the heart, how social media disciples us into jealousy, and why the lie of “more” is making us miserable. You’ll also hear how to fight envy with gratitude, why obedience itself is the blessing, and what it actually means to fix your eyes on Jesus instead of everyone else’s highlight reel.

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These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus → https://mycpcc.com/notes154

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Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give

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We don't like to admit it, but a lot of what we call ministry is just Christianized self-promotion. In this episode, James Griffin, Matt Moody, and Carlos Fernandez talk honestly about pride, performance culture, and why needing to be seen might actually put you in opposition to God. They unpack how to know whether you're building God’s Kingdom or just your own platform, why pride is the most accepted sin in church culture, and how to kill it before it kills your calling.

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These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus – https://mycpcc.com/notes153

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Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give

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“Live your truth.” It sounds empowering… until it destroys you.

In this episode of The Pursuit, Pastor James Griffin, Carlos Fernandez, and Brad Chandler expose one of the biggest cultural lies of our generation — that truth is something we can define for ourselves. They unpack why “living your truth” leads to confusion, chaos, and emptiness, and how God’s truth alone brings peace, purpose, and freedom. If you’ve ever wondered why doing “what feels right” leaves you restless, this episode will open your eyes to the truth that actually sets you free.

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These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus – https://mycpcc.com/notes152

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Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give

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Our bodies aren’t accessories or idols—they’re temples of the Holy Spirit.
This week on The Pursuit, Pastor James Griffin joins Matt Moody and Carlos Fernandez to unpack what it really means to steward your body for God’s glory. They talk rest, fitness, fasting, stress, and how social media can wreck your soul if you’re not careful.

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These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus – https://mycpcc.com/notes151

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Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give

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Following Jesus was never meant to be safe. In this episode of The Pursuit, the crew talks about why faith requires risk, how to tell the difference between obedience and recklessness, and why our culture’s obsession with safety is actually harming our faith.

From parenting in a comfort-driven world to navigating anxiety and learning to speak truth wisely, this conversation will challenge you to step into risky obedience and trust God with the outcomes only He controls.

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These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus – https://mycpcc.com/notes150

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Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give

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Why does life feel unfair? Why do the ungodly succeed while the faithful struggle? In this episode, the crew dives into Ecclesiastes 9 to wrestle with God’s sovereignty, sin, and what it looks like to trust Him in an unfair world. They unpack bitterness, humility, wisdom, forgiveness, and how to live faithfully when your feelings fight against obedience.

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These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus – https://mycpcc.com/notes149

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Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give

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In this episode of The Pursuit with James Griffin, the team continues through Ecclesiastes and tackles one of life’s hardest truths: death. Scripture calls death “the last enemy,” yet for the believer it’s also a doorway into God’s presence. Pastor James unpacks why death hurts, how Jesus has defeated it, and why it should radically change how we live today.

You’ll hear why life is not a dress rehearsal, why “a living dog is better than a dead lion,” and three ways followers of Jesus can live differently. If you’re wrestling with regret, fear of death, or questions about purpose, this conversation offers both honesty and hope.

SHOW NOTES
These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus – https://mycpcc.com/notes148

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Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give

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How should Christians respond when the world feels darker than ever? In this special episode of The Pursuit with James Griffin, recorded on September 11, Pastor James addresses recent tragedies, including the murder of Charlie Kirk, and lays out a gospel-centered response: Grieve, Pray, and Stand.

Listen as James, Carlos, and Brad discuss spiritual warfare, fear, and the hope we have in Christ. This episode will challenge you to face darkness with faith, courage, and compassion.

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Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give

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