
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

May 12, 2025 • 27min
You Become What You Give
Why does God tell us to tithe? What is the purpose behind giving? Dave explores these questions and reminds us that giving is about more than finances.
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 5, 2025 • 31min
Whose is it anyway?
Do you see yourself as an owner or a steward? Hear from Keith as he teaches from Matthew 25:21 and uncovers how acknowledging God's ownership matters.
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.

Apr 28, 2025 • 30min
Why I Still Believe
Did you know there is a strong foundation of historical evidence for the resurrection? Hear from Dave Cover, who shares five undisputed facts about the resurrection that strengthen his belief.
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.

Apr 21, 2025 • 28min
All Things New
God's plan doesn't involve all new things, but making all things new. Keith looks at Revelation 21:1-5, uncovering the difference and showing how following a God with resurrection plans is good news. 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.

Apr 14, 2025 • 28min
Praying Your True Identity
You were made with a purpose. In this sermon from Matthew 6:10, Dave explores the implicit calling of every human and how to pray in alignment with that calling. 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.

Apr 9, 2025 • 29min
What Should We Pray for Others?
How often do you pray for your friends? Do you pray for their spiritual health? Keith challenges you to think about how and what to pray for others in this sermon from Mark 2:1-5. This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series. God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him. Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF.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.

Mar 31, 2025 • 27min
Be Still and Know
Dave Cover teaches from Psalm 46:10 on meditation and drawing near to God through stillness.This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series. God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him. Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF.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.

Mar 24, 2025 • 29min
The Name and the Reign
Do you like having it your way? Jeff Parrett examines the meaning behind praying in Jesus's name and how it teaches Christians to live for God's glory and not their own.This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series. God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him. Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF.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.

Mar 17, 2025 • 27min
The Path to Wisdom
What do you want most? Whatever comes to mind, deep down, most of us are searching for happiness. Kyle explores 1 Kings 3:1-9 and challenges you to recognize that the path to happiness is only found in wisdom. This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series. God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him. Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF.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.

Mar 17, 2025 • 29min
The Power of Gratitude
Experts say practicing gratitude is good for you. They weren't the first to say so. Hear from Keith as he unpacks Luke 17:11-19 and shows you that Jesus long taught about the power of gratitude. This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series. God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him. Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF.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.