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CrossPoint Fellowship Podcasts
A weekly updated podcast for messages given at CrossPoint Fellowship in Republic, MO. Our church meets on Sunday mornings at 10am at 1660 Hwy 60 E (in the Town East Center next to El Charro and Bair's) so grab a friend and come visit us sometime! Check us out on the web -- cpf.me -- for more information on coming to one of our services, small groups or events!
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OCF Crosspoint is a production of Officers' Christian Fellowship and is dedicated to sharing stories of military life at the intersection of faith, family & profession. Some stories will be informational, educational, inspirational...or maybe all three. OCF's vision is the military community positively impacted through Christ-like leaders. OCF engages military leaders in Biblical fellowship and growth to equip them for Christ-like service at the intersection of faith, family, and profession. ...
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Devoted: A Study of Prayer, pt. 7 - Forgive and Forgiven
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34:07To be forgiven you must forgive others. It really is that simple. You can’t ask for something you aren’t willing to give to someone else. Why do I need to be a person who forgives? Christ instructs us to be forgiving. Doing the will of the Father is a sign that salvation has taken place in your life, which is the key to accessing heaven. It’s a wis…
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Forgiveness: Beyond Emotions - A Biblical Perspective
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26:06Welcome to the Crosspoint Podcast, where we delve into the practical application of biblical principles from Sunday learning into everyday living. In this episode, Liam and Amber explore the theme of forgiveness, juxtaposing modern-day issues of racism and apartheid with biblical narratives involving Moses. They discuss the importance of forgivenes…
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How do you balance free exercise and non-establishment as a leader? / Crosspoint Highlights
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6:34Guest: LTC Lee Robinson, USA In this Crosspoint Highlight from July 2025, LTC Lee Robinson explores the delicate balance military leaders must strike between free exercise of religion and non-establishment under the First Amendment. He emphasizes that the amendment’s brevity—and its ambiguity—stem from the compromises between Federalists and Anti-F…
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Devoted: A Study of Prayer, pt. 6 - Deliver Us From Evil
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38:38Temptation is a problem. It leads to sin and it separates us from God. The one who cannot be overcome should be petitioned for his protection. Repentance requires action. Sin has no place in our lives. We can’t claim to be buried with Christ, made alive in Christ - and remain shackled to our sins. Matthew 6:13 is a call for protection against our o…
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In this episode of the Crosspoint Podcast, hosts Liam, Audley, and Donna delve into the profound and often challenging concept of forgiveness from a Christian perspective. They explore why forgiveness, a cornerstone of Christian faith, often goes against human nature and cultural norms, which typically demand justice and revenge. The trio discusses…
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Was America founded as a Christian nation? / Crosspoint Highlights
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4:31Guest: LTC Lee Robinson, USA In this Crosspoint Highlight from July 2025, LTC Lee Robinson tackles the complex question: Was America founded as a Christian nation? Lee draws a distinction between the first founding (e.g., Puritan colonies with explicitly religious laws) and the constitutional founding rooted in liberty and freedom of conscience. He…
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"From Ecuador to the Pulpit: Experiencing God's Transformative Power"
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38:40In this enlightening episode of the Crosspoint Podcast, hosts Liam and Jason dive deep into the dangers of pride as depicted in the story of Naaman from 2 Kings 5. Drawing parallels between ancient scripture and modern-day challenges, they share personal experiences, including insights from a recent trip to Ecuador. Together, they explore the conce…
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Devoted: A Study of Prayer, pt. 5 - Debts and Debtors
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33:22Purposeful prayer includes repentance. Forgive us our sins, help us to forgive others, because while we are at odds with creation we can’t hope for petitions to be heard or granted. If we want God to hear and provide, we can’t make requests with sin-filled hearts. Asking God to help you forgive others is a recognition of our spiritual weakness. Ref…
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Christ & the Constitution: Navigating the “wall of separation between church and state” / July 2025
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1:00:15OCF MINISTRY NEWS Sign up for summer programs at the Conference Centers: Visit ocfusa.org/CCexperience to find the right program and week for you at Spring Canyon (Buena Vista, Colo.) or White Sulphur Springs (Manns Choice, Pa.). https://www.ocfusa.org/CCexperience/ Consider your next steps at the Caleb Challenge Career Transition Strategies Worksh…
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"Treasures, Masters, and Blind Spots: A Heart's True Focus"
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40:38In this episode of the Crosspoint Podcast, Brianna and Donna dive deep into a powerful sermon from Matthew 6, exploring the themes of treasures, masters, and spiritual blind spots that affect our everyday lives. Join them as they discuss the revealing insights from the Sermon on the Mount and how modern day idols often go unnoticed, highlighting th…
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Special announcement: Leadership workshop with LtGen Clint Hinote, USAF (Ret.)
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8:36Information about Summer R&R 7 at White Sulphur Springs, and speaker LtGen Clint Hinote, USAF (Ret.): About the Topic: Wherever we are, God calls us to lead. He calls us to lead ourselves, our families, our units, our communities, and our culture. The Bible contains many accounts of leaders, including stories about their successes and failures. In …
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Join the Crosspoint Podcast as Brianna, Pastor Brennan, and Tristan dive into profound theological queries, exploring themes from their ongoing spiritual warfare series. This episode features a thoughtful Q&A session addressing complex questions about predestination, personal identity in faith, and understanding peace amidst life's battles. Hear in…
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Devoted: A Study of Prayer, pt. 3 - Your Kingdom Come
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27:48In heaven, God’s will is perfectly completed. Requesting that it be fulfilled here on earth is a recognition that His will for our lives is indeed perfect. Aligning ourselves with that will begin with prayer. Praying for God’s Kingdom to come is asking for the presence of Christ. When you pray for God’s kingdom to come, you are asking for the globa…
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Devoted: A Study of Prayer, pt. 2 - Hallowed Be Your Name
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23:29These words are a prayer in and of themselves. They are asking God to make his name revered, admired, loved. When we pray, we are praying to the supreme being of the universe, the creator of heaven and earth. He can grant all of our requests. The power in prayer is found in who we are praying to. Prayer begins with worship and reverence. We pray be…
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Guarding the Mind: The Helmet of Hope in Spiritual Warfare
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31:48Welcome to the Crosspoint Podcast, where we bridge the lessons of Sunday morning with the challenges of Monday. In this episode, hosts Liam, Josh, and Audley explore the significance of the 'helmet of the hope of salvation' in our spiritual armor. Delve into the concept of protecting the mind from Satan's lies and how aligning with scripture foster…
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The “hidden epidemic” among military children / June 2025
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30:48OCF MINISTRY NEWS Sign up for summer programs at the Conference Centers: Visit ocfusa.org/CCexperience to find the right program and week for you at Spring Canyon (Buena Vista, Colo.) or White Sulphur Springs (Manns Choice, Pa.). https://www.ocfusa.org/CCexperience/ Connect with OCFers at USNA and USAFA: OCF at USAFA: Pre-Inprocessing Day Reception…
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"Shield of Faith: Standing Firm in the Face of Doubt"
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34:55In this episode of the Crosspoint Podcast, hosts Liam and Donna continue their exploration of the Armor of God in the series "SWAT" with a focus on the shield of faith. They discuss how faith protects us from the fiery arrows of doubt and cultural misconceptions about where we should place our trust. Diving into real-life examples, they explore the…
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Devoted: A Study of Prayer, pt. 1 - Pray Like This
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24:36Successful prayer is grounded in sincerity. Prayer isn’t performative, it's personal. If we want our requests to be granted, and Scripture tells us that the Lord will provide, a real connection must be made. Prayer is personal, not performative. Prayer doesn’t need to be long. Prayer doesn’t need to turn a phrase. Prayer needs only to be sincere. I…
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Church: This is How We Do It pt. 5 - A Tamed Tongue
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23:03Whoever said “words could never hurt me” was a liar. The tongue can give life or it can take it away. Inside of the church, just because we can say something doesn’t mean we should, and how we say it matters. Know when to speak. Think about what you say. You can be right and wrong at the same time. Seek forgiveness. James 3:1-8, Proverbs 17:28, Psa…
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Stepping Up: How the Gospel of Peace Empowers Us Daily
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20:41Welcome to today's episode of the Crosspoint Podcast, where Brianna and Amber delve into the profound concept of peace as outlined in Ephesians 6:15. Join them as they explore how the readiness given by the gospel of peace serves as essential armor in the spiritual battles of daily life. Listen in as they discuss how peace is not merely the absence…
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Armor of Faith: Understanding the Breastplate of Righteousness
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40:12Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Crosspoint podcast, where simple truths from Sunday morning prepare us for Monday morning living. Join hosts Liam Gonzalez, Liam Castle, and Josh Lestina as they dive into the next installment of their spiritual warfare series. This week, they explore the 'Breastplate of Righteousness' - a critical pie…
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Church: This is How We Do It pt. 4 - A Servant’s Heart
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23:11Successful churches are characterized by servitude. They not only serve the Lord wholeheartedly, but they also serve their communities. Importantly, they also serve each other. We have to be able to put others first, otherwise we foster a community of consumerism. We are all slaves to sin. But through Christ, we can choose to be subject to him, mak…
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How Biblical community shaped two military leaders / Crosspoint Highlights
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12:40Crosspoint Highlights: Big ideas, short episodes … for your busy schedule Guests: Joshua and Lindsey Bowen From Episode 54: “The importance of small group fellowship.” Listen to the full episode here. Highlight Summary: In this Crosspoint Highlight, Joshua and Lindsey Bowen reflect on the lasting impact of biblical community, mentorship, and servan…
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Church: This is How We Do It pt. 3 - A Willingness to Communicate
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28:11The greatest danger to churches today is an unwillingness to have tough conversations with each other. The Devil's greatest tool is division. If he can cause churches to fight amongst themselves, they will fail. Communication’s greatest gift is its ability to resolve conflict and build connections that aren’t easily destroyed. “Excellent communicat…
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Embracing Abiding Faith: Staying Grounded in Christ
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41:35Welcome to the Crosspoint Podcast, where we translate Sunday wisdom into Monday practice. Join host Liam along with friends Brianna and Audley as they explore the significance of Youth Sunday and discuss the essence of abiding in faith. Dive into the theme "Abide," inspired by Youth Minister Ben's impactful sermon. The trio unpacks what it means to…
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Unveiling the Armor: The Power of Truth in Spiritual Warfare
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37:46Welcome to the Crosspoint Podcast, where we bridge the gap between Sunday teachings and everyday life. Join host Liam and guests Audley and Josh in an inspiring discussion on spiritual warfare and the significance of the 'belt of truth' from the Armor of God. Discover how grounding yourself in biblical truth strengthens your faith and resists the l…
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Church: This is How We Do It pt. 2 - A Devotion to Prayer
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26:41Churches that pray are powerful churches. Prayer changes things. It strengthens relationships and builds a connection with the Almighty. If we want to be successful as a church by any of the metrics that actually matter, we must be characterized by prayer. Prayer is the means by which God fulfills his will among his people. Suffering that leads to …
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Trusting our God of hope during grief / May 2025
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36:48OCF MINISTRY NEWS Sign up for summer programs at the Conference Centers: Visit ocfusa.org/CCexperience to find the right program and week for you at Spring Canyon (Buena Vista, Colo.) or White Sulphur Springs (Manns Choice, Pa.). https://www.ocfusa.org/CCexperience/ Free Bible studies for OCFers and groups: Visit ocfusa.org/library to download, div…
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Church: This is How We Do It pt. 1 - A Spirit of Grace
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31:43When it comes to our interactions with others, we must approach one another with a spirit of grace. This means we assume the best in one another, we are quick to forgive, and we don’t hold grudges. Approaching each other with a spirit of grace starts with assuming the best in one another. When we assume the worst in others, we break the bonds of fe…
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Unseen Battles: Recognizing Spiritual Warfare in Everyday Life
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47:11Welcome back to the Crosspoint Podcast, where we bridge Sunday truths with Monday realities. In this episode, Brianna, Liam, and Donna delve into the often misunderstood topic of spiritual warfare, drawing insights from Ephesians 6. Together, they explore how to discern when you're in a spiritual battle, the tactics the enemy uses, and how to rely …
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Imperfect Salvation, pt. 11 - When Christians Deny the Existence of God
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32:13What takes place at the end of Judges is horrible. But debauchery is all that exists when we leave God out of the equation. The greatest defense of the existence of God is the propensity to create idols for ourselves. We reach peace once - that god is the one true God. When we unplug from God, we turn to idol worship. When your gods are taken from …
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Marriage: More Than a Status – A Divine Witness
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31:20Join us in this thought-provoking episode of the Crosspoint Podcast as hosts Liam Gonzalez and Liam Castle explore the profound themes of marriage, relationships, and the church as the bride of Christ. With insights from recent sermons, they delve into the true purpose of marriage beyond worldly expectations, emphasizing its role in glorifying God …
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Imperfect Salvation, pt. 10 - Perfect Savior
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25:20Throughout Judges we have looked at temporary judge after temporary judge. These were imperfect saviors but Jesus was the perfect Savior. Today, on Easter, we look at what makes him so. Jesus is the perfect Savior because He was both human and divine. A real sacrifice exchanges something of equal value. Human life for human life. A divine sacrifice…
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Why Trusting in the Resurrection is the Linchpin of Our Faith
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34:37In this enlightening episode of the Crosspoint Podcast, host Liam teams up with Jason Packard, leader of the Financial Peace University class and an advocate for mission trips, to delve into the critical significance of Christ's resurrection. Recorded on Easter, the discussion centers around why the resurrection is pivotal to Christianity, set apar…
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How can you serve in the military and love your enemies? Crosspoint Highlights
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9:34Welcome to Crosspoint Highlights: Big ideas. Short episodes. For your busy schedule. Guest: Col Chet Arnold, USMC (Ret.) From Episode 46: “May a Christian Serve in the Military?” Listen to the full episode here. Highlight Summary: Can a Christian serve in the military and still follow Jesus’ command to love their enemies? In this Crosspoint Highlig…
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Imperfect Salvation, pt. 9 - Hey There Delilah
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36:51Samson was physically strong but spiritually weak. He was a personification of the nation of Israel and his failures led to his demise. We can’t let our lust override the law. As parents, we can raise our children, try to lead them, and still watch them fail. God uses our mistakes for His mission. We can’t lead others down a sinful path despite our…
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Living Sacrificially: Lessons from Marriage & Faith
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30:43Welcome to the Crosspoint Podcast, where we intertwine Sunday morning teachings with Monday morning living. In this episode, we delve into our series on relationships, focusing on the biblical call for husbands to love their wives as Christ loved the church. Liam and Lee discuss practical ways to live sacrificially within marriage, sharing both per…
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From Science to Scripture: What did Moses know about bacteria?
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1:33:09Quick links: Summer R&R 1 at White Sulphur Springs All Summer R&R sessions at WSS All Summer Celebrations at Spring Canyon The Starting Point Project website Episode summary: In this bonus episode, Jay Seegert, managing director of the Starting Point Project, shares his journey from a Christian upbringing to becoming a prominent speaker on defendin…
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Imperfect Salvation, pt. 8 - The Birth of Samson
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28:03Samson is the most famous of all the Judges but he started out like we all do, a baby full of promise. God’s faithfulness persists beyond our foolishness. God uses the ordinary to bring about the extraordinary. We must do what we can to prevent corrupting what has been gifted from and ordained to the Lord. As parents, we must seek guidance from the…
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Unpacking Ephesians 5: The Role of a Wife in Marriage
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35:51Join Brianna, Amber, and Donna as they dive into the complexities of Ephesians chapter 5, focusing on the often-debated topic of a wife's role in marriage, specifically around submission to her husband. Through engaging dialogue, they explore why the concept can be difficult to embrace and how cultural perceptions influence our understanding of bib…
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Graciously defending the Christian worldview / Plus, SkillBridge internships / April 2025
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27:13OCF MINISTRY NEWS Staff changes across the OCF team: Visit ocfusa.org/job-openings to learn more about vacant positions as a result of OCF's ongoing job moves. https://www.ocfusa.org/job-openings/ Sign up for summer programs at the Conference Centers: Visit ocfusa.org/CCexperience to find the right program and week for you at Spring Canyon (Buena V…
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Imperfect Salvation, pt. 7 - Rebellion, Repentance, and a Righteous Leader
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32:27After yet another rebellion, the people found themselves in need of a leader. Jephthah stood up to fight for his brothers even after they had rejected him. Repentance requires actions and humility. And words alone mean very little. When you repent, you need to act and be humble. You are at the other party's mercy. What they need from you, you do. I…
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Welcome to another insightful episode of the Crosspoint Podcast. Join us as we dive deep into the practical aspects of integrating Sunday teachings into everyday life. Brianna is joined by Bill and Hannah Mesaeh for an engaging conversation about their 21-year marriage, the significance of setting boundaries, and the vital role of healthy communica…
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Navigating Marriage: Embracing Conflict as a Path to Growth
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32:02Welcome to another episode of the Cross Point Podcast, where we aim to help you apply Sunday morning lessons to your everyday life. I'm Liam, and today I'm joined by Bill and Hannah Mesaeh to delve into our ongoing series on the Song of Solomon. In this episode, we tackle the challenges newlyweds face, particularly focusing on their first major con…
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Imperfect Salvation, pt. 6 - Gideon and Abimelech: From Good to Bad
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30:01Abimelech was the son of Gideon. The problem was he had 70 brothers standing in the way of what he wanted, so he killed them. This section of Judges shows us that we can’t escape the consequences of our actions. Be wary of those who want to lead you and be careful what you wish for. We must weigh advice based on its merit and not on its deliverer. …
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From Bars to the Bible: A 35-Year Marriage Journey
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41:01Welcome back to another episode of the Crosspoint Podcast, where we bridge Sunday teachings with Monday living. Join Priyana and guests, Mark and Donna, as they open up about their 35-year marriage journey, which began with an unlikely meeting in a bar. Despite a rocky start and initial doubts from friends, they've navigated challenges through thei…
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Imperfect Salvation, pt. 5 - Gideon Attacks Midian
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28:45Midian was a mighty enemy, but Gideon served a mighty God. Gideon’s mighty God was greater than the enemy. It’s not about what we face that seems impossible - it’s about who faces the impossible with us. Your odds might not be great but they are never zero with God. God knows what you need when you need it. We must remember our place in the big pic…
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Imperfect Salvation, pt. 4 - Gideon’s Call and Courage
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27:34God calls Gideon a mighty warrior, not because of anything he had done but because of what God planned to do through him. Gideon only needed to accept his calling and approach it with courage. Sometimes, God makes us deal with uncomfortable circumstances to call our attention to how we caused them. To pretend that God would work through self-inflic…
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Embracing the Gift of Singleness: Finding Contentment and Purpose
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40:18Welcome to another enriching episode of the Crosspoint Podcast, where we explore how to apply Sunday morning learning to Monday morning living. This week's discussion centers on singleness, a topic that's often misunderstood and undervalued. Join Liam, Donna, and Brianna as they dissect Pastor Brennan's insightful sermon from the sermon series "The…
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Special episode: Global Town Hall 2025 / March 2025
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1:18:15This month’s special episode enables you to listen to the Global Town Hall, which OCF hosted on 8 February at its Home Office in Colorado Springs, Colo., and over Zoom for members around the world. You’ll hear from OCF Council President Dale Holland, OCF CEO/Executive Director Scott Fisher, Director of Field Operations Colin Wooten, Local Leaders J…
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