Actual Faith
What does it mean to have actual faith? And how are we to obtain actual faith? Is there such a thing as having actual faith? Having...
Cross Creek Church Blog
Published bi-weekly on Wednesday mornings, More Than Sundays exists to teach the Word of God and encourage people as they seek the Lord outside of weekly services.
I’m a Little Mustard Seed
My world became a whole lot bigger the first time I heard that some coins can be worth more than their face value. The ensuing obsession,...
Blind Faith
“But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the...
Faith: The Assurance of Things Hoped for, The Conviction of Things Unseen
I see beyond the colors of the sunrise. I watch how the afternoon shadows change the depth and texture of the Rocky Mountains that tower to...
GO
2023 is here! Man, it seems so futuristic to say 2023. The other day my son was asking how long Misti and I had been married, and I told...
Patience During Growth
Naturally, we can be very selfish and impatient people. We feel entitled to receive desirable things at the very moment we want them....
Spiritual Sweat
In our walks with Christ our devotion to Him often ebbs and flows. Sometimes it’s like the nice stroll along the beach at sunset with...
Spiritual Growth in 2023
When was the last time you killed a houseplant? Perhaps you completely forgot about it. Perhaps you didn’t really want it in the first...
Reflecting on God’s Faithfulness in 2022
The week between Christmas and New Years has always been my favorite week of the year. Forget turkey or presents, hand me a calendar + a...
Peace on Earth
“One thing we can say for sure, with absolute certainty—is there are moments that take us to another place. Moments of Heaven on...
Joy
If there is a word that should capture the heart of a Christian during the advent season, I would say it is joy. Joy is a flame set ablaze...
What’s Love Got To Do With It?
Love is best demonstrated through sacrifice. What we are willing to give up will often reveal how deeply we love something. If your love is...
A Thrill of Hope
It’s once again that magical time of the year where oddly we bring trees inside and there’s a little more of me to love thanks to...
New World’s Order
“The Spirit and the Bride say, ‘Come.’ And let the one who hears say, ‘Come.’ And let the one who is thirsty come; let the one...
The Kingdom of Heaven
We’re all familiar with kingdoms, be it from history class, real life or movies. It often conjures images of majestic halls with...
The Glory of God
What is the glory of God? As we approach Scripture to take a deeper dive into the glory of the living God it is imperative to note that any...
Living Will and Testament
If I told you that the will of God for your life was explicitly stated in Scripture, would you believe me? It doesn’t seem to be all that...
The Truth Will Set You Free
Have you ever felt like you were held captive by your thoughts? Do you feel like a prisoner to the words you know aren’t true, but they...
Inseparable Gifts – Justification & Sanctification
Justification and sanctification are some of those words that can feel extra church-y and confusing, but their meanings are deeply...
Unexpected Redemption
If someone stopped you on the street right now and asked you what redemption is all about or what does faith really mean or what the gospel...
Who is Jesus?
Who is Jesus? When I think of Jesus Christ, I first think of Him as my Savior. As cliché as that may sound, I consider Him my hero. Jesus...
The Conqueror And The Stronghold
It is awfully hard to play a game if you don’t know the rules. I remember a time when I was growing up when I learned this firsthand:...
Light & Darkness
An entry from my journal on February 4, 2018: “God, Today’s church service hit the most tender spot I have. I’m a little shaken up....
The Law
As one turns to Scripture to further understand the elements and purpose for the law and commandments found throughout its pages, it is...
Overcoming Sin
What is sin? Whether you grew up in church or not all of us have heard the word “sin” before. Many could recite a list of sins from...
Encountering God Through Creation
“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” (Gen 1:1) The opening words of the Bible are among the most recognized and...
Man’s Relation To God
“It’s not about religion. It’s about relationship.” Many of us have heard this platitude ring from pulpit and pew ever since we...
Finding God in the Fruit of the Spirit
Think of someone you truly admire and respect. Think about the reasons you admire and respect this person. What qualities does this...
The Incomprehensible Love of God
“Love never ends. As for prophecies, they will pass away. For we know in part and we prophesy in part, but when the perfect comes, the...
The Identity of God
Who is God? How do you get to know someone? First, you simply start by asking what their name is. You can’t begin a relationship with...