Crossroads

It’s an act of obedience It’s part of our worship It reminds us that everything belongs to God It teaches us that we live in a world of abundance

We were made to God deserves it It’s the nature of our connection with God   But why should we worship? Worship is what’s best for you Worship is what’s best for them You will worship something   Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

When does it begin? Mark 1:16-20   Why should I? Psalm 78:1-8   Do I have to? Matthew 28:18-20 Acts 1:7-8   Let’s go! Ephesians 4:11-13 Colossians 4:5-6

Ephesians 5:21-33 Sex is sacred Sex is the physical expression of love Marriage is the symbol of the divine/human relationship.   Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

Genesis 1:26-27 Jeremiah 31:3 John 3:16-17 Romans 5:8 You believe a lie You were raised that way You’re not thinking of personal value You’ve made peace with your brokenness. You’re living in sun   But what can I do about it? Live the life you were made to Get right with God Work on your wrong Believe God instead of your gut   Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

But why am I not healing?   Jeremiah 30:12-17   You’re not a Christian You’ve made peace with a sin You’re the center of your universe You’re only doing religion You’re only doing the least you have to You won’t give up control You’re taking the wrong medicine   Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

But Why do we call God father? Because Jesus called him father John 5:17-18 Because a father disciplines out of his love Hebrews 12:11 Proverbs 13:24 Because a father guides and empowers his children John 14:25 Because a father loves his children despite every reason not to Romans 5:8-11 Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

There are no good people Romans 3:23 We have an enemy 1 Peter 5:8-9 There’s good news Romans 8:1-4 Handle it Joshua 24:15 Ponder this Examine and repent Ask what can I learn from this Consider how God can redeem the present suffering for future good Trust God’s help Believe God is redeeming your suffering for his glory   Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

Matthew 3:13-17 To follow Jesus’ example To follow Jesus’ command As a public testimony As a memorial   Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

Psalm 8:1-9 God wants you to: Be reconciled (Colossians 1:19-22) Be like him (Mark 8:24-36) Be more loving (Matthew 5:43-48)   Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

Is the Bible literal or metaphorical? Why do we go to church on Sundays? How is the church pro life and pro guns? Where do Adam and Eve fit into evolution? How should Christians think about LGBTQ issues? What should I order from Chipotle? Pastor Michael answers these tough questions and more in this spontaneous Q&A session that sheds light on how we should live as Christians and engage the culture around us. Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

But Why Are Christians Hypocrites Because we’re human Because they’re not Christians Because they don’t know (or agree) Because the standards are so high Because they’re just not good at it  

It's a kingdom that's here NOW It's a kingdom of servants It's a kingdom that follows the father's will Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

It’s expensive Matthew 10:39 Long waits Psalm 27:14 Lamentations 3:25 Psalm 33:20-22 Lots of ups and downs Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

It helps you see clearly It sometimes seems unnecessary It has different settings Sometimes it doesn’t seem to work It requires maintenance   Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

John 1:9-14 Love requires community Love makes the move Love is more than words   Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

Luke 14:25-27   It’s the preeminent point It’s an acknowledgement of who HE is It’s an acknowledgement of the cost   Why is it good for us to put God first He’s the best He wants the best for you He makes YOU the best Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

Matthew 4:18-22 Dive in!   Surround yourself with God Dive into your purpose Soak in the love Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

Numbers 16:1-5   Be single minded Be where he is Be where you’ve found him before Be unsatisfied Be aware of the distance creators. Crossroads – about heaven, earth, and the journey in between. Connect with us Website: www.crossroadsjourney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC17oxaQ1yWK2DgN0xnlMO_g Facebook: www.facebook.com/crossroadsjourney

“Pet peeves" are the source of much of our angst an un-peace. We guard them We groom them We feed them   How do we deal with our pet peeves: Forgive people Matthew 6:9-15 Prioritize others first Philippians 2:3-4 Don’t judge people Luke 6:37-38 Self-awareness Romans 3:23