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This Sunday at Cross City, Alex Farr shows us how Jacob’s journey toward reconciliation with Esau shows that healing can begin when we honestly face our past, confront our fears, and turn to God for help. As Jacob prepares to meet the brother he wronged, fear and conviction drive him to humble prayer and complete dependence on the Lord. In the end, when he trusts God with the future and takes the first step toward reconciliation, God brings restoration and unexpected grace.

This Sunday, Pastor John continues our “Painful Love” series with a sobering and powerful message from 2 Samuel 13–18 titled “Toxic Affection.” Through the story of David and Absalom, we’ll see what happens when love avoids what is hard—when sin goes unaddressed, conflict remains unresolved, and the consequences grow more devastating over time. This message will challenge us to step into difficult conversations, lead with both truth and love, and trust that godly correction brings healing, not harm. Don’t miss this important message that reminds us: avoiding what’s painful today often leads to greater pain tomorrow—but courageous, Christ-centered love leads to restoration.

This Sunday, Pastor John kicks off our new sermon series, “Painful Love,” with a powerful message from Genesis 37 titled “When Love Forgives the Unforgivable.” Through the story of Joseph, we’ll see how some of life’s deepest wounds come from those closest to us—but also how God can bring healing, purpose, and redemption through it all. This message will challenge us to release bitterness, trust God’s greater plan, and choose forgiveness even when it feels impossible. Don’t miss this impactful start to a series that will speak directly to the hardest relationships in our lives and the powerful love that can transform them.

This Sunday, we celebrate Easter, and Pastor John brings a powerful message from John 21:1–17 titled “A Day on the Seashore with Jesus.” Don’t miss this hope-filled Easter message that reminds us: because Jesus is alive, your past is not final, your failure is not defining, and your story is not over.

This Sunday, Pastor John continues our “A Healthy You” series with a powerful message from Ephesians 5:1–14 titled “Yielded Choices.” In a world filled with endless decisions, we’ll discover how a few key choices can shape the direction of our entire lives. This message will challenge us to choose love and light, walk in wisdom, and honor others in every relationship—allowing these big, God-centered decisions to guide all the smaller ones we make each day. Don’t miss this practical and life-shaping message about how surrendered choices protect your integrity, strengthen your relationships, and lead you toward a truly healthy life in Christ.

This Sunday, Pastor John continues our “A Healthy You” series with a powerful message titled “Heavenly Treasures” from Ephesians 1:3 and 2:4–7. In a world that constantly pulls our attention toward temporary things, this message will challenge us to consider what truly lasts. We’ll explore what it means to cultivate a grateful heart for God’s grace, a life that imitates Christ, a willingness to serve with everything we have, and a faith that stands firm in every season. Don’t miss this compelling message that will help you shift your focus from what fades to what lasts forever—and invest your life in treasures that honor God for eternity.

This Sunday, guest speaker Abraham Wright continues our "A Healthy You" series with a powerful message from Ephesians 3. Using the picture of a home with windows, we'll discover how God calls His people to look beyond the walls of their own lives and embrace the mission He has given the church. This message will highlight the mystery of the gospel that unites all people in Christ, the mission of the church to make that message known, and the inner strength God provides so we can experience the depth of His love. Don't miss this encouraging message that reminds us that God can do far more than we ask or imagine as His people live on mission together.

This Sunday, Pastor John continues our “A Healthy You” series with “Legacy Disciplines, Part 2” from Ephesians 4:17–32. While last week focused on church habits that help us grow, this message turns to the personal disciplines that shape our everyday lives. We’ll discover the life-changing habit at the heart of spiritual growth: daily rejecting the old life and putting on the new life in Christ. Through practical examples—replacing falsehood with truth, anger with self-control, and bitterness with kindness—we’ll see how God transforms our character one choice at a time. Don’t miss this practical and encouraging message about how daily habits, empowered by Christ, can reshape your heart, your relationships, and your future.

This Sunday, Pastor John continues our “A Healthy You” series with a powerful message from Ephesians 4:7–16 titled “Legacy Disciplines.” As we explore the “L” in HEALTHY, we’ll discover that spiritual maturity doesn’t happen by accident—it’s formed through faithful habits and consistent rhythms. God designed the church not just as a place to attend, but as a gift to equip, mature, and protect us. Through teaching, serving, truth, and community, we are built up into strong, stable followers of Christ who are no longer tossed by the confusion of the world. Don’t miss this practical and motivating message about the disciplines that shape a faith that lasts—and a legacy that outlives you.

This Sunday, Pastor John continues our “A Healthy You” series with a message from Ephesians 2:11–22 titled “Abiding Relationships.” As division, conflict, and broken connections feel increasingly common, we’ll discover how Jesus Himself is our peace—tearing down dividing walls and reconciling what once seemed impossible to restore. Through the transforming truths of forgiveness, unity, Spirit-led motivation, and Christlike character, this message will remind us that healthy relationships don’t just happen—they flow from a heart anchored in the gospel. Don’t miss this encouraging and challenging message about letting God heal what’s been hurt, restore what’s been strained, and build relationships that truly abide.