This Sunday, Pastor John continues our “Way of Wisdom” series with a message from Proverbs 3 titled “Five Stages of Parenting.” Parenting is more than simply loving our children—it’s an intentional, lifelong calling to prepare them to walk wisely and depend on the Lord. From the earliest years of protecting and directing to the later seasons of advising and inspiring, we’ll discover how a parent’s role changes as children grow and take on greater responsibility.

Pastor John Meador and Christian counselor A.J. Molina discuss the biblical foundation and practical habits that help couples build lasting marriages. They explore healthy conflict, premarital preparation, and boundaries that protect trust. You’ll be encouraged to stay committed, keep growing together, and trust God in every season of marriage.

This Sunday, Pastor John continues our “Way of Wisdom” series with a message from Proverbs 18:20–21 titled “The Surprising Power of Words.” Our words may seem fleeting, but Scripture reminds us that they carry the power to bring life or death. Together, we’ll discover how our words can wound or heal, divide or encourage, tear down or build up—and how what we say ultimately produces lasting fruit in our relationships. Don’t miss this practical and challenging message about using our words with wisdom and allowing them to become instruments of truth, grace, and life.

This Sunday, Pastor John continues our “Way of Wisdom” series with a message from Proverbs titled “The Power of Friendship.” The people closest to us have a profound influence on the direction of our lives—our friendships can move us toward wisdom or pull us toward foolishness. Together, we’ll discover how wise friendships shape our future, strengthen us through adversity, speak truth when we need it, and help us see areas where God is still growing us. Don’t miss this practical and encouraging message about choosing friends who help us become more like Christ—and learning to be that kind of friend for others.

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.