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At The Crossing

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At The Crossing is a weekly conversation taking a deeper dive into subjects that we aren’t always able to cover during the weekend service. Our host, Tim Bounds, interviews some of our pastors and team members, along with friends we love from outside our walls. We tell stories, dig into scripture, and share what’s coming up at The Crossing

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Episode 93 /// Advent Devotional 5

December 24, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 18.3 MB

Today on the podcast, we’re wrapping our Advent Devotional series, so grab some friends and family and let’s do this together one more time. Scripture Reader: Davis Mambure, our friend from Zimbabwe. O Little town: Performed by Ellie DuBroc Discussion Questions: 1.    What is some good news you’ve received recently? 2.    How will you share the love of God with others this week?

Episode 92 /// Advent Devotional 4

December 21, 2021 16:00 - 15 minutes - 21.7 MB

Today on the podcast, we’re continuing our Advent devotional series, so grab some friends and family and let’s do this together. Scripture Reader: Emily Littleton, from our Outreach team. Devotional thought: Ben Horseman O Holy Night Piano and Vocalist: Ashley Aucker Discussion Questions: 1.    What is one of the most meaningful gifts you have ever received? 2.    What is your love language?

Episode 91 /// Advent Devotional 3

December 16, 2021 16:00 - 15 minutes - 21.9 MB

Today on the podcast, we’re continuing our Advent devotional series. So grab some friends or family and let’s do this together. Scripture Reader: Angela Beise, Grant’s Trail Campus Pastor Devotional Thought: Joel and Sarah Burke, from our Fenton campus O Come O Come Emmanuel Guitar and Vocalist: Garrett Castor Discussion Questions: 1.    What is one thing you are grateful for right now? 2.    How will push back on the need for more this season?

Episode 90 /// Advent Devotional 2

December 01, 2021 16:00 - 14 minutes - 19.6 MB

Today on the podcast, we’re continuing our Advent devotional series. So grab some friends or family and let’s do this together. Scripture Reader: Emma Peters, from our KidsCrossing Community. Devotional Thought: Judy Holloway, one of our rockstar volunteers. O Come Let us Adore Him Piano and Vocalist: Kenny DeShields, from our Chesterfield Campus. Discussion Questions: 1.    How has God been mindful of you in recent days? 2.    What is one way you will Worship Fully this week?

Episode 89 /// Advent Devotional 1

November 19, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MB

Today on the podcast, we’re launching a special series in honor of Advent. So grab some friends or family and let’s do this together! Scripture Reader: Oliver Feltes, from our YouthCrossing Community. Devotional Thought: Tim Bounds, our Pastor of Teaching. Joy To The World Guitar & Vocalist: Natalie Behr, from our Mid Rivers Campus. Discussion Questions: What is one thing you are anticipating this Advent season? What is one thing you will do to intentionally make room for G...

Episode 88 /// Thirsting for Living Water with Mike Mantel

November 10, 2021 16:00 - 48 minutes - 66 MB

Today we get to sit down with President and CEO of Living Water International, Mike Mantel. We’ll talk about our partnership, share some stories, and hear about Mike’s new book, Thirsting for Living Water.

Episode 87 /// Introducing A Godzillion and One Podcast hosted by Greg Holder

October 28, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 87.1 MB

On today’s special episode of The Podcast at The Crossing, we’re sharing an episode of a new podcast from our lead pastor called A Godzillion and One Podcast. You’ll hear a little bit about it from Tim and Ashley and then you’ll get to listen a full episode with Greg Holder and John O’Leary. Enjoy!

Episode 80 (1 of 7) /// An Introduction, Augustine and the roots of our faith.

June 01, 2021 16:00 - 32 minutes - 44.1 MB

Join us as we embark on a journey through the history of the Church with some of the most integral people, who got us where we are today. Our focus in this episode is a man named Augustine.

Episode 86 (7 of 7) /// Mount Rushmore of Theologians.

June 01, 2021 16:00 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MB

As we wrap up our podcast series on Church history, we’ll talk about many theologians and faith leaders who have significantly influenced the Church today. We’ll hear about people like Karl Barth, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., John Calvin, and many others.

Episode 85 (6 of 7) /// Martin Luther and the legacy of the Reformation.

June 01, 2021 16:00 - 37 minutes - 51.2 MB

On this episode, we’ll be talking about Martin Luther and the significant shift he helped usher in for the Church. You’ll hear his fascinating story and begin to understand why any of this matters to us today.

Episode 84 (5 of 7) /// Marcion, Montanus, and the formation of the Bible.

June 01, 2021 16:00 - 36 minutes - 49.5 MB

Today we’re talking about two people who essentially functioned as bookends in the formation of the Bible. Who decided which books made it into the Bible? How was the Bible put together? Marcion and Montanus help us answer these questions.

Episode 83 (4 of 7) /// Constantine and the welcoming of Christianity.

June 01, 2021 16:00 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MB

Today we’ll be focusing on… you guessed it, Constantine. This guy made it possible and even encouraged to openly worship as a Christian in Rome. While we celebrate this, were there also consequences to our faith? Listen to the story of Constantine and watch what happens in our Church history.

Episode 82 (3 of 7) /// Arius and the theology of the trinity.

June 01, 2021 16:00 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MB

On this episode, we’ll be focusing on the question of Jesus and the trinity. Has Jesus been here since the beginning? Or did He enter the story later? This was one of the important questions Arius raised.

Episode 81 (2 of 7) /// Pelagius and the nature of humans.

June 01, 2021 16:00 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MB

On this episode we’re diving into really important questions like, are humans good? Are humans bad? Are we born with sin? Join us as we relive a great debate between two theologians.

Episode 79 /// How to Grieve

March 10, 2021 16:00 - 40 minutes - 56 MB

On today’s episode of the podcast we’ll be continuing our conversation about grief. How can we grieve well? What does the bible say about grief? And why does grief matter to God?

Episode 78 /// What is Biblical Love? Part 2

February 10, 2021 16:00 - 26 minutes

Today we are continuing our conversation about Biblical love. Why is love so challenging sometimes? How do we love each other well as followers of Jesus? And how do we help others see the love of Jesus through the Church?

Episode 77 /// What is Biblical love? Part 1

February 01, 2021 16:00 - 31 minutes

Today we’re talking about the Bible has to say about love. Does love require sacrifice? Why is love so important? We’ll talk about all of this and more along with why this matters in our walk with Jesus.

Episode 76 /// 6 Questions for the New Year

January 21, 2021 16:00 - 30 minutes

As we look back at 2020 and move forward into 2021, Tim Bounds and Ashley Aucker are sharing 6 questions to consider. They’ll talk about their answers to each question and invite you to reflect as well.

Episode 75 /// Jesus is with you.

December 14, 2020 16:00 - 32 minutes

On today’s episode, we’ll be talking about how Jesus really was fully human and fully God. We’ll talk about how He understands our suffering because He, too, experienced suffering. It is our hope that you’ll find encouragement and wisdom as you go through this Christmas season.

Episode 74 /// An Update from Zimbabwe

December 04, 2020 16:00 - 23 minutes

Today we have an update from two of our friends in Zimbabwe. You’ll hear how they’re doing, how our partnership with Living Water International has helped protect their villages, and why any of this matters to your faith.

Episode 73 /// An Update from Andre

November 03, 2020 16:00 - 40 minutes

Today we’re sitting down with our friend and ministry partner, Andre Alexander. Andre is working relentlessly to revitalize the Jeff Vanderlou neighborhood and we are honored to get to hear an update from him on all that God and his people are up to.

Episode 72 /// Renewing Your Mind with Scripture

October 26, 2020 16:00 - 37 minutes

Today we’re talking about how Scripture can renew your mind and continue to help you discern God’s best for your life. We’ll talk about why it’s challenging, why it’s life-changing, and why it’s necessary.

Episode 71 /// A Scripture-filled diet

October 16, 2020 16:00 - 33 minutes

Today we’re talking about the importance of reading God’s word. We’ll hear how it can encourage us, challenge us, and why it’s so critical in our walk with Jesus.

Episode 70 /// The Crossing 2.0

October 05, 2020 16:00 - 35 minutes

As we enter into a new season at The Crossing, we are doing everything we can to faithfully follow God’s lead. Listen in to find out what’s changing, the vision behind those changes, and how you can get involved.

Episode 69 /// Global Outreach in the Pandemic

September 15, 2020 16:00 - 34 minutes

Today on the podcast, we’re talking with Pastor Randall Littleton about an often overlooked group of people as we face our own struggles in the pandemic. We’ll talk about how our friends in Zimbabwe are doing and how we can help.

Episode 68 /// Digging into the book of Joshua

September 01, 2020 16:00 - 38 minutes

Today we're talking with Ben Horseman and Joel Burke, digging deeper into the book of Joshua and exploring why these questions and stories matter in our walk with Jesus.

Episode 67 /// Small Batch Discipleship

August 17, 2020 16:00 - 42 seconds

On today’s episode we’re sitting down with leadership consultant, executive coach, and now author, Tracy Sullivan. We are so thrilled to have her in our church family and excited for you to hear how true discipleship can change, challenge, and encourage you.

Episode 66 /// A Conversation About Racism

May 28, 2020 16:00 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MB

Today we bring to you a conversation between our Lead Pastor, Greg Holder and our Pastor of Community Development, Anthony Meyers. We’ll hear how the tragedy of George Floyd’s death is affecting our community and how we can respond.

Episode 65 /// Serving you this quarantine season

April 03, 2020 16:00 - 25 minutes

On today’s episode, we’ll hear a conversation between Tim Bounds and Ashley Aucker during the early days of the stay-at-home order. We’ll talk about how God is moving in during this time and invite you to let us know how we can serve you in this season.

Episode 64 /// Don't do life alone

March 04, 2020 16:00 - 24 minutes

On today’s episode we’ll hear from one of our Fenton team members about her journey through breast cancer. She’ll be talking with Associate Pastor Joel Burke about how God and His people helped her through this challenging season and why any of this matters in our faith.

Episode 63 /// Who is the Holy Spirit

March 02, 2020 16:00 - 35 minutes

Today we’re talking with Pastor Tim Bounds and Associate Pastor Ben Horseman about the Holy Spirit. We’ll dig into who He is, who He isn’t and why any of this matters in our walk with Jesus.

Episode 62 /// What does your soul love?

February 07, 2020 16:00 - 36 minutes

On today’s episode of the podcast, we are talking with authors Gem and Alan Fadling about their book, What does your soul love? We’ll be using this book in our groups at The Crossing and today we get to dig a little deeper and hear the background of the book and the authors.

Episode 61 /// Cross Plus Exercise

January 23, 2020 16:00 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MB

Today we have a guest host, Lisa Korrect, our Director of Communication. Lisa is talking with Pastor Judy West about a leadership exercise that Judy has been teaching for years in our church and around the world.

Episode 60 /// Gratitude

January 08, 2020 16:00 - 32 minutes

On today’s episode of the podcast, we’re talking with Angela Beise and Kenny DeShields about one of our favorite subjects: gratitude. We’ll discuss being grateful in the midst of challenges, how to be intentional, and why gratitude helps us in our walk with Jesus.

Episode 59 /// Merry Christmas

December 19, 2019 16:00 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MB

On today’s episode, you’ll hear a encouraging word from Pastor Tim Bounds. Merry Christmas!

Episode 58 /// Advent Conspiracy

November 26, 2019 16:00 - 37 minutes

On this episode we’re talking with Lead Pastor, Greg Holder and Communication Specialist, Tori Nichols about Advent Conspiracy. We’ll cover where this movement came from, how it’s spread around the globe and why any of this matters in your walk with Jesus.

Episode 57 /// Anxiety

November 13, 2019 16:00 - 37 minutes

Today we’re talking with Licensed Professional Counselor and long-time friend of The Crossing, Jeff Taylor about anxiety. There is no doubt we are an anxious culture. Jeff will walk us through some important ways to mitigate anxiety and help us begin understand God’s design for our lives.

Episode 56 /// Parenting Children of Faith

November 05, 2019 16:00 - 38 minutes

On this Episode of the Podcast at The Crossing, we’re talking with our directors of KidsCrossing and YouthCrossing, Jeff Busch and Ryan Peters. We’ll hear their wisdom and heart for families and we’ll receive some practical tips on how to help our children follow Jesus.

Episode 55 /// Stories from #forthelou

October 21, 2019 16:00 - 36 minutes

On today’s episode, we’ll hear from part of our Outreach staff about the vision of #forthelou, some of what God did during and after that week, and where we think this movement is headed.

Episode 54 /// Practicing your Marriage

October 10, 2019 16:00 - 38 minutes

Today we’re talking with Licensed Professional Counselor Lisa Sharpe and Pastor Andy Sharpe about marriage. We’ll hear a little bit of their story, some of what God has taught them, and what you can do to invest in your marriage.

Episode 53 /// A Conversation with Stu Garrard

October 02, 2019 16:00 - 41 minutes

Today we’re talking with former Delirious? lead guitarist, Stu Garrard. We’ll hear some of his story, his heart for the Beatitudes and why any of this matters in our walk with Jesus.

Episode 52 /// A Conversation with our Worship Leaders

August 28, 2019 16:00 - 34 minutes

Today we’re talking with worship leaders Kenny DeShields and Lloyd Nicks about why they love leading worship, how God speaks through worship, and why any of this matters to our walk with Jesus.

Episode 51 /// #forthelou

August 23, 2019 16:00 - 29 minutes

On today’s episode, we’re talking with some of the team who has been dreaming about #forthelou for a long time. We’ll tell stories behind the event, how it’s more than an event, and how you can get involved.

Episode 50 /// God's Plan for Restoration

August 15, 2019 16:00 - 35 minutes

Today we’re talking with Associate Pastor Ben Horseman about a class he teaches called Surprised by Hope. We’ll share a couple of details about the class, but more importantly we'll tackle some big questions about heaven, the new earth, God’s plan to restore His creation, and why any of this matters to our walk with Jesus.

Episode 49 /// The State of the Podcast

August 08, 2019 16:00 - 20 minutes - 28.8 MB

Today we’re talking with the podcast team about the state of the podcast. We’ll talk about where we’ve been, where we’re headed, and what you can do to help.

Episode 48 /// Recovery at The Crossing

August 01, 2019 16:00 - 34 minutes

On today’s Episode, we’re sitting down with Licensed Counselor Fleet Rand and KidsCrossing Programming Lead, Sonja Meyrer to talk about a new ministry we are launching at The Crossing. We’ll talk about addiction, codependency, recovery, and why any of this matters in our walk with Jesus.

Episode 47 /// How to Pray Boldly

July 24, 2019 16:00 - 34 minutes

Today on the podcast, our host Tim Bounds will be sitting in a different chair while our favorite backup host, Ashley Aucker, asks him questions reflecting on the weekend message from Jeff Henderson. How do we pray boldly in the midst of crisis? Is it ok to be honest in our prayers? What if God says no? We’ll talk about how God speaks to us in different ways and why any of this matters in your walk with Jesus.

Episode 46 /// Talking with Jeremy Lopez

July 16, 2019 16:00 - 40 minutes

Today we’re talking with one of our guest worship leaders, Jeremy Lopez. We’ll hear how Jesus intersected his life in such a profound way and the wisdom he’s pick up along the way. You will be both encouraged and challenged in your faith after this conversation.

Episode 45 /// Rest Along the Way

July 04, 2019 16:00 - 33 minutes

Today we’re talking with our Grant’s Trail Campus Pastor, Rob Bergman. We’ll be digging into his message a little bit further and hear why rest in our walk with Jesus is so important.

Episode 44 /// Stories of Baptism

June 21, 2019 16:00 - 8 minutes - 11.7 MB

Hear snippets of stories from our baptizees for 2019.