Pastor John Meador and Christian counselor AJ Molina explain that marriage can be deeply rewarding, but it requires commitment, patience, faith, and continual growth. They encourage spouses to put away distractions, listen to understand, speak with kindness, and value each other’s perspective. You’ll be encouraged to strengthen your marriage through honesty, forgiveness, shared decisions, and open communication.

This Sunday, Pastor John continues our “Way of Wisdom” series with a message from Proverbs 5:15–23 titled “Protecting Marriage.” Using the picture of a well that is treasured and carefully guarded, Proverbs reminds us that marriage is a precious gift from God—designed for faithfulness, intimacy, joy, and lifelong commitment. Together, we’ll discover practical wisdom for guarding our hearts, establishing healthy boundaries, resisting sexual temptation, and intentionally investing in our marriages. Don’t miss this important message about choosing covenant over temptation and discovering the blessing that comes when we protect what God has given us.

This Sunday, Pastor John continues our “Way of Wisdom” series with a message from Proverbs 18:22 titled “Pursuing Marriage.” Scripture presents marriage as a good gift from God—one worth pursuing, protecting, and building with wisdom and faith. Whether married or single, we’ll explore God’s design for marriage, the importance of becoming the kind of person who builds a strong and godly relationship, and how marriage ultimately points us to something even greater: the relationship between Christ and His Church.

This Sunday, Pastor John Meador kicks off our new sermon series, “Way of Wisdom,” with a message from Proverbs 1:1–7 titled “The Beginning of Wisdom.” Over the coming weeks, we’ll discover how the timeless wisdom of Proverbs can shape the way we think, make decisions, build relationships, and navigate everyday life. It all begins with one essential truth: the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Don’t miss the start of this practical and life-changing series as we learn to move beyond simply knowing what is true to applying God’s truth—and ultimately discover that true wisdom is found in following Jesus.

Join Pastor John Meador and A.J. Molina for an honest, unflinching conversation about strongholds, temptation, and the fight for real change. A.J., founder of Master Peace Christian Counseling here at Cross City, walks through his process for breaking free from sin patterns, shares how he counsels men and women through the struggle with pornography and sexual immorality, and explains why isolation is the enemy's strategy and community is the path to freedom.

This Sunday, guest speaker Abraham Wright brings a powerful message from Luke 23:34, focusing on one of Jesus’ extraordinary statements from the cross: “Father, forgive them.” In the midst of unimaginable suffering, Jesus called out to His Father, extended forgiveness to those who had wronged Him, and fulfilled what Scripture had foretold centuries before. Through the cross, we’ll see the incredible depth of Christ’s mercy and what His example means for the way we forgive others. Don’t miss this moving reminder that the forgiveness Jesus offers is at the very heart of the gospel—and it is available to each of us.

Join Pastor John Meador and A.J. Molina for an honest, practical conversation about relationships, faith, and what actually leads to change. A.J., founder of Master Peace Christian Counseling here at Cross City, shares his own story of leaving a business career to answer a call he couldn't shake, walks through a simple picture for understanding spirit, soul, and body, and explains why he believes counseling exists where discipleship does not.

This Sunday, Pastor John brings an encouraging message from Galatians 5:16–25 titled “Everything You Need for Every Day of Your Life.” As believers, we’ve been given more than forgiveness—we’ve been given the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit. Together, we’ll discover what it means to walk with the Spirit, follow His leading, and stay in step with Him in the everyday moments of life. Don’t miss this practical and hope-filled message as we learn how the Holy Spirit empowers us to overcome the desires of the flesh, bear spiritual fruit, and experience the sufficiency of Christ every single day.

This Sunday, Pastor John brings a powerful message from Colossians 2:5–10 titled "Everything You Need." In a world that constantly tells us we need more to be fulfilled, Paul reminds us that everything we truly need is found in Christ. Together, we'll discover how faith in Jesus lays the foundation for a life that grows through God's Word, is strengthened by biblical truth, and is protected from the voices that compete for our attention. Don't miss this encouraging message that will remind you of Christ's sufficiency and the confidence we can have, knowing that in Him we have everything we need.

This Sunday, Dr. John Mann, our Executive Pastor of Finance and Administration, brings a timely and encouraging message from 2 Corinthians 4 titled “Things to Remember During Challenging Times.” In seasons of hardship, discouragement, and uncertainty, it’s easy to lose heart—but God’s Word reminds us of truths that anchor our faith. Together, we’ll explore the ministry we’ve received, the treasure we carry, the message we proclaim, and the eternal hope that keeps us moving forward. Don’t miss this hope-filled message that will encourage you to persevere with confidence, knowing that God is at work even in life’s most difficult seasons.