Crossroads YTH Podcast

 In a world obsessed with image, Paul's letter to the Colossians reminds us that Jesus is supreme over all creation. The Colossian church faced false teachers who claimed Jesus wasn't enough - that b…

The parable of the Prodigal Son features three key characters: the wasteful younger son, the forgiving father, and the resentful older brother. While we often focus on the prodigal's return and the f…

Jesus told the parable of the prodigal son in Luke 15 to correct misconceptions about God's character. While many people—both in Jesus' time and today—view God as distant, cold, or primarily focused …

The parable of the Prodigal Son reveals profound truths about our relationship with God. It tells of a son who demands his inheritance early, essentially wishing his father dead, then wastes everythi…

The podcast message emphasizes the critical role of forgiveness in prayer, focusing on the Lord's Prayer's plea: "And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors". The message highligh…

Prayer is essential to our Christian walk, yet many struggle to maintain it amid distractions. When Jesus taught 'Give us today our daily bread,' He revealed God's generous provision for all our need…

Many Christians struggle with prayer, feeling like their words hit the ceiling and go nowhere. This declining practice among believers stems from feeling unheard, being distracted, feeling self-suffi…

The story of Gideon's final battle against the Midianites powerfully illustrates the difference between wants and needs in our spiritual journey. While our wants often focus on material possessions a…

God often works in ways that challenge our conventional understanding, as demonstrated through Gideon's story of facing a massive army with just 300 men. When God reduces our resources, it's not to d…

Everyone experiences moments of doubt in their faith journey, even those who appear strongest in their convictions. Through Gideon's story, we see how doubt often surfaces after powerful spiritual ex…

God's calling extends beyond career choices to His specific plan for each person's life. Through Gideon's story, we learn that God often calls the unlikely, working through our inadequacies to accomp…

Sin offers temporary pleasure but leads to devastating consequences, as demonstrated through Judas's betrayal of Jesus for mere silver. Through Jesus's experience in Gethsemane, we learn that victory…

Discover powerful lessons from Ezra's life about maintaining spiritual integrity and being ready for God's calling. Learn how this ancient Jewish leader stayed faithful to God while serving in a fore…

 True worship goes beyond mere songs and raised hands - it fundamentally transforms lives and leads to meaningful action. When we genuinely encounter God's holiness, we're compelled to share His mess…

Hidden sin creates barriers between us and God, leading to spiritual, emotional, and physical burdens. True transformation requires both confession to God and genuine repentance - acknowledging sin a…

 God's holiness, meaning His complete separation and elevation above all creation, stands as His defining characteristic. This profound truth is emphasized in Isaiah's vision where angels continuousl…

The message focuses on the story of Jacob, Leah, and Rachel from the book of Genesis, emphasizing themes of feeling unseen, dealing with jealousy and competition, and understanding God's love and pla…

This message dives into Mark 8:27-38, a pivotal point in the Gospel of Mark, focusing on Jesus's key question: "Who do you say I am?" The message explores the passage in three parts: restoring our si…

Bold faith means trusting God confidently even without seeing the complete path ahead. Rebecca's story in Genesis 24 exemplifies this through her immediate response to God's calling, leaving her fami…

Sarah's journey from childlessness to motherhood at age 90 demonstrates God's power to make the impossible possible. Despite initially responding with skepticism and laughter to God's promise, Sarah'…