
The Crossing Sunday Sermons
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.
Latest episodes

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.

Jun 23, 2025 • 29min
Can You Trust God in Adversity?
When life gets hard, do you spiral? Do you ever question God? Hear from Keith as he unpacks the events of Mark 4:35-41 and how they changed Peter's life forever.
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 16, 2025 • 26min
Seeing Jesus
How you see Jesus matters. Join Kyle Richter as he teaches from Mark 2:1-12 and reminds us that how we see Jesus will determine whether we respond to him in faith or not.
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 9, 2025 • 28min
The Kingdom of God
Who was Jesus, and what did he come to do? Hear from Keith as he teaches from Mark 1:1, 14-15, uncovers the answers to these questions, and shows what the answers mean for your life.
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 2, 2025 • 41min
Crossing 25 Years Together
The Crossing is 25 years old! Join Dave and Keith for a special sermon reflecting on and rejoicing in the work God has done over the last 25 years.
Over the years, God has been faithful. Hear the encouraging stories of members of our community whose lives have been changed through the work God is doing.
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.

May 26, 2025 • 32min
Insecurity
What do you have in common with everyone around you? You're insecure. Hear as Dave Cover teaches from Genesis 3:1-13 , revealing why our insecurity stems all the way back to the garden and an inner belief that God isn't trustworthy.
The Crossing is celebrating 25 years together. Over the years, God has been faithful. Hear the encouraging stories of members of our community whose lives have been changed through the work God is doing.
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.

May 19, 2025 • 29min
You Can Only Keep What You Give Away
Where are you storing up treasure? Looking at Matthew 6:19-21, Keith teaches on Jesus's reminder to store up treasure where it matters most.
This sermon is part of our “Giving, Greed, and God” sermon series.
Jesus spoke about no topic more than money. Why? Because how we deal with our money reveals what we love most. And scripture is clear that when our hearts treasure God, we give. Explore what the Bible has to say about giving generously and the difference it can make in your life.
Wondering how you can participate in the work God is doing through The Crossing by giving generously? Find out here.
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.

May 12, 2025 • 27min
Communion with Christ
What does Good Friday mean to you? Hear from Patrick Miller as he explains the life-changing reality of the cross found in Jesus's last words. The Crossing is celebrating 25 years together. Over the years, God has been faithful. Hear the encouraging stories of members of our community whose lives have been changed through the work God is doing.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.