Crossroads Church Sermons Sun, 06 Sep 2026 17:37:09 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2624936 en-us © 2026 Crossroads Church Sermons yes 2a5b4ddb-bf51-5a47-9276-1c573169286a Crossroads Church episodic false Each week, hear biblical teaching and practical encouragement from Crossroads Church in Mansfield, OH. Our mission is to help people encounter Christ, equip Christians, and engage our community with the hope and love of Jesus.

Whether you're listening during the week or revisiting a message from Sunday, our prayer is that these teachings help you grow in your faith and take your next step with Christ.

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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Crossroads Church https://storage.buzzsprout.com/b660qq2b0r0tfhm30s93jw0yhbmt?.jpg Crossroads Church Sermons https://www.buzzsprout.com/2624936 SEVEN Series: Week 14 - The Good Shepherd SEVEN Series: Week 14 - The Good Shepherd Who are you listening to?

In John 10, Jesus describes Himself as the Good Shepherd: the One who knows His sheep, calls them by name, leads them, protects them, and lays down His life for them. In this message, we’re reminded that there are many voices competing for our attention, but only one Shepherd who offers true and abundant life.

Discover what it means to recognize the voice of Jesus, trust His leadership, and follow Him wherever He leads.

]]> Who are you listening to?

In John 10, Jesus describes Himself as the Good Shepherd: the One who knows His sheep, calls them by name, leads them, protects them, and lays down His life for them. In this message, we’re reminded that there are many voices competing for our attention, but only one Shepherd who offers true and abundant life.

Discover what it means to recognize the voice of Jesus, trust His leadership, and follow Him wherever He leads.

]]> Crossroads Church Buzzsprout-19763226 Sun, 06 Sep 2026 13:00:00 -0400 3495 1 14 full false SEVEN Series: Week 13 - Amazing Grace SEVEN Series: Week 13 - Amazing Grace In John 9, Jesus encounters a man who had been blind from birth and challenges the assumption that his suffering must be someone’s fault. Instead of focusing on why it happened, Jesus points to what God can do through it. In this message, we look at how Jesus brings light into darkness, restores what is broken, and transforms our stories for His glory. It’s a reminder that even in our hardest circumstances, God is still at work, and because of His grace, we can say, “I once was blind, but now I see.”

]]> In John 9, Jesus encounters a man who had been blind from birth and challenges the assumption that his suffering must be someone’s fault. Instead of focusing on why it happened, Jesus points to what God can do through it. In this message, we look at how Jesus brings light into darkness, restores what is broken, and transforms our stories for His glory. It’s a reminder that even in our hardest circumstances, God is still at work, and because of His grace, we can say, “I once was blind, but now I see.”

]]> Crossroads Church Buzzsprout-19725233 Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:00:00 -0400 3045 1 13 full false SEVEN Series: Week 12 - Light of the World SEVEN Series: Week 12 - Light of the World Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”

But what happens when the obstacles in front of us keep us from seeing Jesus clearly?

In this message from John 8:12–20, we unpack the cultural setting behind Jesus’ declaration during the Festival of Tabernacles and examine the spiritual obstacles that can obscure our view of Him. When our attention becomes consumed by what is immediately in front of us, we can miss the One who offers a completely different way of seeing.

Discover what it means to move beyond what blocks your vision and see Jesus for who He truly is—the Light of the World.

]]> Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”

But what happens when the obstacles in front of us keep us from seeing Jesus clearly?

In this message from John 8:12–20, we unpack the cultural setting behind Jesus’ declaration during the Festival of Tabernacles and examine the spiritual obstacles that can obscure our view of Him. When our attention becomes consumed by what is immediately in front of us, we can miss the One who offers a completely different way of seeing.

Discover what it means to move beyond what blocks your vision and see Jesus for who He truly is—the Light of the World.

]]> Buzzsprout-19688912 Sun, 23 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0400 3320 1 12 full false SEVEN Series: Week 11 - Living Water SEVEN Series: Week 11 - Living Water What happens when Jesus interrupts the ordinary?

In John 7:37–39, Jesus stands in the middle of the Feast of Tabernacles and makes a life-changing invitation: “If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink.” Against the backdrop of Israel’s celebration of God’s provision, Jesus declares that He is the true source of living water.

In this message, we discover the difference between simply believing the right things and truly receiving the transforming life of Jesus. Whether your faith is strong, you’ve found yourself going through the motions, or you’re still searching for something that will satisfy, Jesus invites you to come to Him, be filled by His Spirit, and allow Him to interrupt your life in a way that leaves you forever changed.

]]> What happens when Jesus interrupts the ordinary?

In John 7:37–39, Jesus stands in the middle of the Feast of Tabernacles and makes a life-changing invitation: “If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink.” Against the backdrop of Israel’s celebration of God’s provision, Jesus declares that He is the true source of living water.

In this message, we discover the difference between simply believing the right things and truly receiving the transforming life of Jesus. Whether your faith is strong, you’ve found yourself going through the motions, or you’re still searching for something that will satisfy, Jesus invites you to come to Him, be filled by His Spirit, and allow Him to interrupt your life in a way that leaves you forever changed.

]]> Crossroads Church Buzzsprout-19653696 Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:00:00 -0400 3380 1 11 full false SEVEN Series: Week 10 - Bigger than Bread SEVEN Series: Week 10 - Bigger than Bread We spend so much of our lives searching for something that will finally satisfy us—success, comfort, relationships, possessions, or the next experience. But in John 6, Jesus points us beyond temporary satisfaction to something far greater: Himself. Declaring, “I am the bread of life,” Jesus invites us to stop treating Him merely as a supplier of what we want and surrender to Him as the Savior we truly need. Discover what it means to pursue Jesus passionately, anchor your priorities in eternity, and put your whole trust in the One who alone can satisfy the deepest hunger of your soul.

]]> We spend so much of our lives searching for something that will finally satisfy us—success, comfort, relationships, possessions, or the next experience. But in John 6, Jesus points us beyond temporary satisfaction to something far greater: Himself. Declaring, “I am the bread of life,” Jesus invites us to stop treating Him merely as a supplier of what we want and surrender to Him as the Savior we truly need. Discover what it means to pursue Jesus passionately, anchor your priorities in eternity, and put your whole trust in the One who alone can satisfy the deepest hunger of your soul.

]]> Crossroads Church Buzzsprout-19621366 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -0400 3494 1 10 full false SEVEN Series: Week 9 - Walking on Water SEVEN Series: Week 9 - Walking on Water What does Jesus walking on water reveal about who He truly is?

In John 6:14–21, Pastor Andrew explores how this miracle points to Jesus as the promised Messiah and fulfills the hope of Scripture. This message challenges us to know God’s Word, recognize His work, and trust Jesus in every circumstance.

]]> What does Jesus walking on water reveal about who He truly is?

In John 6:14–21, Pastor Andrew explores how this miracle points to Jesus as the promised Messiah and fulfills the hope of Scripture. This message challenges us to know God’s Word, recognize His work, and trust Jesus in every circumstance.

]]> Crossroads Church Buzzsprout-19587486 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0400 2950 1 9 full false SEVEN Series: Week 8 - Insignificant to Significant SEVEN Series: Week 8 - Insignificant to Significant What may seem insignificant in our hands can become extraordinary when surrendered to Jesus. In this message from John 6, Pastor Kaedon explores the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand and reminds us that God can use our ordinary lives, limited resources, and simple acts of obedience for a purpose far greater than we could imagine. As we remember what Jesus has saved us from and place what we have into His hands, our lives can point others toward the hope, healing, joy, and new life found in Him.

]]> What may seem insignificant in our hands can become extraordinary when surrendered to Jesus. In this message from John 6, Pastor Kaedon explores the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand and reminds us that God can use our ordinary lives, limited resources, and simple acts of obedience for a purpose far greater than we could imagine. As we remember what Jesus has saved us from and place what we have into His hands, our lives can point others toward the hope, healing, joy, and new life found in Him.

]]> Crossroads Church Buzzsprout-19555457 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0400 3255 1 8 full false SEVEN Series: Week 7 - Is Jesus Your Lord? SEVEN Series: Week 7 - Is Jesus Your Lord? We often celebrate Jesus as loving, gracious, and compassionate, but are we also willing to recognize Him as King? In this message from John 5, Pastor Jacob explores the authority of Jesus and the danger of allowing stubbornness, pride, or the approval of others to keep us from receiving the life He offers. Jesus lovingly confronts anything that stands between us and Him, inviting us to surrender, trust His Word, and see Him not only as the Savior who gave His life for us, but as the victorious King who deserves authority over every part of ours.

]]> We often celebrate Jesus as loving, gracious, and compassionate, but are we also willing to recognize Him as King? In this message from John 5, Pastor Jacob explores the authority of Jesus and the danger of allowing stubbornness, pride, or the approval of others to keep us from receiving the life He offers. Jesus lovingly confronts anything that stands between us and Him, inviting us to surrender, trust His Word, and see Him not only as the Savior who gave His life for us, but as the victorious King who deserves authority over every part of ours.

]]> Crossroads Church Buzzsprout-19515193 Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0400 3185 1 7 full false SEVEN Series: Week 6 - Do You Want to Be Healed? SEVEN Series: Week 6 - Do You Want to Be Healed? Do you want to be made well? In this message from John 5, Pastor Chris unpacks Jesus' encounter with the man at the Pool of Bethesda, revealing a Savior who sees the overlooked, meets us in our brokenness, and offers lasting healing. True transformation begins when we surrender our old ways, trust Christ over our own understanding, and step into the new life He offers. Whatever burden you're carrying, Jesus still invites you to experience His healing, freedom, and hope.

]]> Do you want to be made well? In this message from John 5, Pastor Chris unpacks Jesus' encounter with the man at the Pool of Bethesda, revealing a Savior who sees the overlooked, meets us in our brokenness, and offers lasting healing. True transformation begins when we surrender our old ways, trust Christ over our own understanding, and step into the new life He offers. Whatever burden you're carrying, Jesus still invites you to experience His healing, freedom, and hope.

]]> Crossroads Church Buzzsprout-19482346 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0400 3410 1 6 full false SEVEN Series: Week 5 - Faith is... SEVEN Series: Week 5 - Faith is... What does it look like to trust Jesus before you see the outcome? In this message from John 4, we explore the story of a desperate father who came to Jesus believing He could save his dying son. When Jesus spoke, the man took Him at His word and began the journey home before receiving any visible proof. This message challenges us to move beyond a faith dependent on signs and circumstances and instead trust the character, authority, and promises of Jesus. When we believe His Word and walk forward in faith, our trust can influence not only our own lives but the lives of those around us.

]]> What does it look like to trust Jesus before you see the outcome? In this message from John 4, we explore the story of a desperate father who came to Jesus believing He could save his dying son. When Jesus spoke, the man took Him at His word and began the journey home before receiving any visible proof. This message challenges us to move beyond a faith dependent on signs and circumstances and instead trust the character, authority, and promises of Jesus. When we believe His Word and walk forward in faith, our trust can influence not only our own lives but the lives of those around us.

]]> Crossroads Church Buzzsprout-19447352 Sun, 05 Jul 2026 14:00:00 -0400 3310 1 5 full false SEVEN Series: Week 4 - Come and See... SEVEN Series: Week 4 - Come and See... What does it look like to trust Jesus before you see the outcome? In this message from John 4, we explore the story of a desperate father who came to Jesus believing He could save his dying son. When Jesus spoke, the man took Him at His word and began the journey home before receiving any visible proof. This message challenges us to move beyond a faith dependent on signs and circumstances and instead trust the character, authority, and promises of Jesus. When we believe His Word and walk forward in faith, our trust can influence not only our own lives but the lives of those around us.

]]> What does it look like to trust Jesus before you see the outcome? In this message from John 4, we explore the story of a desperate father who came to Jesus believing He could save his dying son. When Jesus spoke, the man took Him at His word and began the journey home before receiving any visible proof. This message challenges us to move beyond a faith dependent on signs and circumstances and instead trust the character, authority, and promises of Jesus. When we believe His Word and walk forward in faith, our trust can influence not only our own lives but the lives of those around us.

]]> Crossroads Church Buzzsprout-19413839 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0400 4005 1 4 full false SEVEN Series: Week 3 - Born Again SEVEN Series: Week 3 - Born Again Some words change history. Others change eternity. In this message from John 3, Pastor Chris unpacks Jesus' conversation with Nicodemus and the timeless truth that every person must be born again. More than religious knowledge or good behavior, Jesus offers new life through faith in Him. Discover how the words of Christ still have the power to transform hearts, redefine our identity, and invite us into the eternal life only He can give.

]]> Some words change history. Others change eternity. In this message from John 3, Pastor Chris unpacks Jesus' conversation with Nicodemus and the timeless truth that every person must be born again. More than religious knowledge or good behavior, Jesus offers new life through faith in Him. Discover how the words of Christ still have the power to transform hearts, redefine our identity, and invite us into the eternal life only He can give.

]]> Crossroads Church Buzzsprout-19391932 Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400 3395 1 3 full false SEVEN Series: Week 2 - All Signs Point to Jesus (Guest Speaker) SEVEN Series: Week 2 - All Signs Point to Jesus (Guest Speaker) Every miracle of Jesus points to a greater truth about who He is. In this message from John 2, guest speaker Ikki Soma explores Jesus' first recorded miracle, turning water into wine at a wedding in Cana, and reveals how this sign declares Christ as the Creator, the promised Messiah, and the One who meets our deepest needs. More than an act of compassion, this miracle invites us to see that every sign points to Jesus and calls us to place our faith in Him.

]]> Every miracle of Jesus points to a greater truth about who He is. In this message from John 2, guest speaker Ikki Soma explores Jesus' first recorded miracle, turning water into wine at a wedding in Cana, and reveals how this sign declares Christ as the Creator, the promised Messiah, and the One who meets our deepest needs. More than an act of compassion, this miracle invites us to see that every sign points to Jesus and calls us to place our faith in Him.

]]> Crossroads Church Buzzsprout-19391902 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400 2880 1 2 full false SEVEN Series: Week 1 - In the Beginning... SEVEN Series: Week 1 - In the Beginning... Everything about our lives flows from one foundational question: Whose are we? In this opening message from our study through the Gospel of John, Andrew Anderson introduces the theme that our identity is shaped by Jesus and that who we are is informed by whose we are. As John presents Christ as the eternal Word who became flesh, we're invited to know Him more deeply, trust the good news of the gospel, and allow His truth to transform the way we think, live, and follow Him.

]]> Everything about our lives flows from one foundational question: Whose are we? In this opening message from our study through the Gospel of John, Andrew Anderson introduces the theme that our identity is shaped by Jesus and that who we are is informed by whose we are. As John presents Christ as the eternal Word who became flesh, we're invited to know Him more deeply, trust the good news of the gospel, and allow His truth to transform the way we think, live, and follow Him.

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