
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

Dec 30, 2024 • 26min
Masks
Every day, you project a particular image of yourself to the world. Using masks to hide shame and sin. What if God wanted to free you from the charade? Would you let him? Patrick walks through John 4:1-38 showing the beauty in Jesus's desire to remove your mask and love you deeply for who you are. Want to make Jesus more in your life in 2025? Grow in your faith by growing in your knowledge of the Bible. Join Ten Minute Bible Talks in studying the Old Testament. You'll be able to read a passage from the Historical Books every weekday and then listen to a short devotional podcast to help you apply what you read to your life. Find out more!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.

Dec 28, 2024 • 21min
The Fullness of Time
Dave Cover preaches from Galatians 4:4 on the enduring impact of Jesus's life and resurrection.This is the Christmas Eve sermon from The Crossing in Columbia, MO.Want to make Jesus more in your life in 2025? Grow in your faith by growing in your knowledge of the Bible. Join Ten Minute Bible Talks in studying the Old Testament. You'll be able to read a passage from the Historical Books every weekday and then listen to a short devotional podcast to help you apply what you read to your life. Find out more!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.

Dec 22, 2024 • 27min
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year?
When life circumstances make it hard to feel like celebrating, Keith Simon reminds us that the Christmas story reminds us that God is with us in our joy and pain, as he preaches from Matthew 2:13-23.This sermon is part of our 2024 Advent sermon series. Advent is a time to reflect on how good God is for sending his Son into the world to rescue his people. And it’s an opportunity to think about how much you long for Jesus’s return, when he will make all things new.Don’t let the busy holiday season make you miss the impact this time of year can have on your faith. Join us for our Christmas Eve service on December 24 at TIMES.And explore ColumbiaChristmas.com for more information about our Christmas services as well as original content from The Crossing to help you prepare your heart to celebrate Jesus this year.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.

Dec 16, 2024 • 26min
Magic for the Magi
Has the Christmas story become mundane to you? Rediscover the Magic behind the Magi and tap back into the awe of the Christmas story through Dave's sermon from Matthew 2:1-12.This sermon is part of our 2024 Advent sermon series. Advent is a time to reflect on how good God is for sending his Son into the world to rescue his people. And it’s an opportunity to think about how much you long for Jesus’s return, when he will make all things new.Don’t let the busy holiday season make you miss the impact this time of year can have on your faith. Join us for our Christmas Eve service on December 24 at TIMES. And explore ColumbiaChristmas.com for more information about our Christmas services as well as original content from The Crossing to help you prepare your heart to celebrate Jesus this year. 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.

Dec 9, 2024 • 28min
What if Joseph Left the Story?
Have you ever considered the Christmas story from Joseph's point of view? Dave teaches from Matthew 1:18-25 and explores what Joseph's part in the story has to teach you. This sermon is part of our 2024 Advent sermon series. Advent is a time to reflect on how good God is for sending his Son into the world to rescue his people. And it’s an opportunity to think about how much you long for Jesus’s return, when he will make all things new.Don’t let the busy holiday season make you miss the impact this time of year can have on your faith. Join us for our Christmas Eve service on December 24 at TIMES. And explore ColumbiaChristmas.com for more information about our Christmas services as well as original content from The Crossing to help you prepare your heart to celebrate Jesus this year. 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.

Dec 3, 2024 • 29min
Friend of Sinners
Jesus' genealogy is full of people, you might never expect. Hear as Keith explores Matthew 1:1-17 and reveals what we can learn about Jesus through his dysfunctional family.This sermon is part of our 2024 Advent sermon series. Advent is a time to reflect on how good God is for sending his Son into the world to rescue his people. And it’s an opportunity to think about how much you long for Jesus’s return, when he will make all things new.Don’t let the busy holiday season make you miss the impact this time of year can have on your faith. Join us for our Christmas Eve service on December 24 at TIMES. And explore ColumbiaChristmas.com for more information about our Christmas services as well as original content from The Crossing to help you prepare your heart to celebrate Jesus this year. 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.

Nov 25, 2024 • 30min
The Most Misunderstood Verse in the Bible
What if one of the Bible's most famous verses was actually one of the most misused and misunderstood verses? Keith explores the context surrounding Philippians 4:13, revealing the true meaning behind one of the Bible's greatest hits.This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus.How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that surpasses all understanding, no matter what circumstances come our way. Find out how you can access the joy and peace Jesus offers as we explore Philippians this fall.Extend your Sunday morning worship by praying through Philippians all week. Download Simple Prayers from Philippians, a book of guided prayers to accompany the fall 2024 sermon series.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.

Nov 18, 2024 • 32min
The Peace of God
Are you looking for peace in the wrong places? Dave explores Paul's command from Philippians 4:4-9 to rejoice always, explaining how the true peace of God exists outside of your circumstances. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus.How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that surpasses all understanding, no matter what circumstances come our way. Find out how you can access the joy and peace Jesus offers as we explore Philippians this fall.Extend your Sunday morning worship by praying through Philippians all week. Download Simple Prayers from Philippians, a book of guided prayers to accompany the fall 2024 sermon series.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.

Nov 11, 2024 • 29min
Bless This Mess
Living in community can be messy. Hear from Keith as he uses Philippians 4:1-3 to understand how to navigate conflict faithfully.This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus.How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that surpasses all understanding, no matter what circumstances come our way. Find out how you can access the joy and peace Jesus offers as we explore Philippians this fall.Extend your Sunday morning worship by praying through Philippians all week. Download Simple Prayers from Philippians, a book of guided prayers to accompany the fall 2024 sermon series.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.

Nov 4, 2024 • 32min
Dual Citizenship
Are your loyalties to a political party or to King Jesus? Keith explores Paul's challenge in Philippians 3:17-20 and encourages believers to approach politics with open hands. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus.How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that surpasses all understanding, no matter what circumstances come our way. Find out how you can access the joy and peace Jesus offers as we explore Philippians this fall.Extend your Sunday morning worship by praying through Philippians all week. Download Simple Prayers from Philippians, a book of guided prayers to accompany the fall 2024 sermon series.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.