

The Crossing Sunday Sermons
The Crossing, A Church in Columbia, MO
Listen to the weekly sermon from Sunday mornings at The Crossing, a church in Columbia, Missouri. Whether you’re catching up or listening for a second (or third) time, you’ll be able to learn about God’s word and how it applies to your life. Check out episode show notes for information about The Crossing’s current sermon series and for ways you can get involved at The Crossing.
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Sep 1, 2025 • 32min
Constant Prayer
Is it impossible to always pray? Or is it just improbable? Join Patrick Miller as he explores the biblical practice of constant prayer from 1 Thessalonians 5:17 and reveals how it can change your life.
This sermon is part of our “Experience God” sermon series.
How do you experience God? God has given us many ways to step into his transformational presence, but too few take advantage of these gifts. Join The Crossing as we explore and experiment with ancient Christian practices to help us encounter God in new ways this fall.
Want to get the most out of each week’s sermon? Download “Experience God: Experiments for August and September”. This free workbook will help you apply what you learn on Sunday morning with daily devotionals and exercises. Download your free copy.
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Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you’ll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox.
Get connected at The Crossing!
When you sign up for Crossing Update, you’ll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing’s website.

Aug 25, 2025 • 26min
Experience God
Are you missing out on experiencing God? Dave Cover kicks off a new sermon series designed to guide you through spiritual practices that aim to help you tap into the transcendent.
This sermon is part of our “Experience God” sermon series.
How do you experience God? God has given us many ways to step into his transformational presence, but too few take advantage of these gifts. Join The Crossing as we explore and experiment with ancient Christian practices to help us encounter God in new ways this fall.
Want to get the most out of each week’s sermon? Download “Experience God: Experiments for August and September”. This free workbook will help you apply what you learn on Sunday morning with daily devotionals and exercises. Download your free copy.
Interested in more content like this?
Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you’ll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox.
Get connected at The Crossing!
When you sign up for Crossing Update, you’ll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing’s website.

Aug 19, 2025 • 26min
Does God Give Us What We Deserve?
Do you ever feel like an imposter? Or struggle with shame? Hear as Patrick teaches from Mark 16:1-8 and reminds us that nothing can keep us from Jesus' love.
This sermon is part of our summer sermon series through Mark.
Who is Jesus, really? And what did he come to do? The Gospel of Mark reveals surprising answers to these questions. But it’s clear that, when we encounter the real Jesus, our lives will change forever.
Want to get even more out of your time in Mark? Download a free Bible study from The Crossing.
Interested in more content like this?
Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you’ll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox.
Get connected at The Crossing!
When you sign up for Crossing Update, you’ll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing’s website.

Aug 11, 2025 • 28min
Our Best Picture of God
How do you think God looks at you? What does he think about you? Join Dave as he explores the crucifixion in Mark 15 and uncovers what it says about God's love for humanity.
This sermon is part of our summer sermon series through Mark.
Who is Jesus, really? And what did he come to do? The Gospel of Mark reveals surprising answers to these questions. But it’s clear that, when we encounter the real Jesus, our lives will change forever.
Want to get even more out of your time in Mark? Download a free Bible study from The Crossing.
Interested in more content like this?
Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you’ll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox.
Get connected at The Crossing!
When you sign up for Crossing Update, you’ll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing’s website.

Aug 4, 2025 • 27min
How to Understand Prophecy
Have you ever read a passage from scripture and wondered, "What in the world is going on?" You're not alone, especially when it comes to prophecy. In today's sermon, Patrick explores Mark 13 and helps us understand one of Jesus's most misunderstood teachings.
This sermon is part of our summer sermon series through Mark.
Who is Jesus, really? And what did he come to do? The Gospel of Mark reveals surprising answers to these questions. But it’s clear that, when we encounter the real Jesus, our lives will change forever.
Want to get even more out of your time in Mark? Download a free Bible study from The Crossing.
Interested in more content like this?
Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you’ll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox.
Get connected at The Crossing!
When you sign up for Crossing Update, you’ll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing’s website.

Jul 28, 2025 • 27min
Don't Misinterpret the Patience of God
Do you take God's mercy for granted? Keith explores Mark 12:1-12 and uncovers the patience of God and the faithful life that God calls you to.
This sermon is part of our summer sermon series through Mark.
Who is Jesus, really? And what did he come to do? The Gospel of Mark reveals surprising answers to these questions. But it’s clear that, when we encounter the real Jesus, our lives will change forever.
Want to get even more out of your time in Mark? Download a free Bible study from The Crossing.
Interested in more content like this?
Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you’ll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox.
Get connected at The Crossing!
When you sign up for Crossing Update, you’ll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing’s website.

Jul 21, 2025 • 27min
I Need Help
Are you needy? Should you be? Patrick preaches from Mark 10:13-16 and reveals the reason why Jesus calls his followers to be like the neediest of children.
This sermon is part of our summer sermon series through Mark.
Who is Jesus, really? And what did he come to do? The Gospel of Mark reveals surprising answers to these questions. But it’s clear that, when we encounter the real Jesus, our lives will change forever.
Want to get even more out of your time in Mark? Download a free Bible study from The Crossing.
Interested in more content like this?
Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you’ll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox.
Get connected at The Crossing!
When you sign up for Crossing Update, you’ll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing’s website.

Jul 15, 2025 • 27min
Flipping the Script
Do you have main character energy? Should you? Jeff preaches from Mark 8:27-9:37 and explores the culturally subversive call of the gospel to surrender to Jesus as King.
This sermon is part of our summer sermon series through Mark.
Who is Jesus, really? And what did he come to do? The Gospel of Mark reveals surprising answers to these questions. But it’s clear that, when we encounter the real Jesus, our lives will change forever.
Want to get even more out of your time in Mark? Download a free Bible study from The Crossing.
Interested in more content like this?
Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you’ll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox.
Get connected at The Crossing!
When you sign up for Crossing Update, you’ll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing’s website.

Jul 8, 2025 • 28min
A Perspective Shift
Kyle Richter preaches from Mark 6:30–52, exploring how Jesus recalibrates our outlook on rest, compassion, and the unexpected ways he meets us in the midst of life’s storms.
This sermon is part of our summer sermon series through Mark.
Who is Jesus, really? And what did he come to do? The Gospel of Mark reveals surprising answers to these questions. But it’s clear that, when we encounter the real Jesus, our lives will change forever.
Want to get even more out of your time in Mark? Download a free Bible study from The Crossing.
Interested in more content like this?
Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you’ll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox.
Get connected at The Crossing!
When you sign up for Crossing Update, you’ll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing’s website.

Jun 30, 2025 • 29min
Mending the Masterpiece
How do you fix a priceless, vandalized masterpiece? Hear from Jeff Parrett as he teaches from Mark 5:21-43 and explains how Jesus's death and resurrection rescue the masterpiece of creation from the vandalism of death.
This sermon is part of our summer sermon series through Mark.
Who is Jesus, really? And what did he come to do? The Gospel of Mark reveals surprising answers to these questions. But it’s clear that, when we encounter the real Jesus, our lives will change forever.
Want to get even more out of your time in Mark? Download a free Bible study from The Crossing.
Interested in more content like this?
Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you’ll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox.
Get connected at The Crossing!
When you sign up for Crossing Update, you’ll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing’s website.