Devotions

The latest devotions from Crossings Community Church pastors and staff

Fruit That

Peyton Kirkpatrick | Oct 9, 2022

Fruit That

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23Devotion:When I was growing up in the northern...

Abide in Him

Maddie Flores | Oct 2, 2022

Abide in Him

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23Devotion:I grew up in Washington state where there a...

Trust

Jenny Bond | Sep 25, 2022

Trust

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6. Devotion:When I hear the words, “Do you trust God?” my m...

Do Not Be Afraid

Oakley Winters | Sep 18, 2022

Do Not Be Afraid

Moses answered the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today. The Egyptians you see today you will never see again. The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be s...

So Loved: God’s Greatest Gift

Cindy Western | Sep 11, 2022

So Loved: God’s Greatest Gift

“For God so loved the world, he gave his one and only Son, so that whoever believes will not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16DevotionMy daughter is getting married next month. Having lost her dad a few years ago, I’ve...

Running in Place

Matt Cartwright | Sep 4, 2022

Running in Place

“Therefore, since we have been declared righteous by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Romans 5:1Devotion: I used to run. And what I mean is, I ran in a few half-marathons. In no way would I c...

Tree Planting and the Early Church

Scott Bartlow | Aug 28, 2022

Tree Planting and the Early Church

Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit’s leading in every part of our lives. Galatians‬ ‭5:25‬ ‭NLTDevotionI grew up in the 80s and 90s. In the early 90s, McDonald

Gentleness and Respect

Todd Poe | Aug 21, 2022

Gentleness and Respect

But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, keeping a clear conscience, so th...

Shaping Your Growth

Marc Taylor | Aug 14, 2022

Shaping Your Growth

Jesus said, “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful.” John 15:1-2Devotion...

Sacred Silence

Lyn Watson | Aug 7, 2022

Sacred Silence

The LORD said, “Go out and stand on the mountain in the presence of the LORD, for the LORD is about to pass by.” Then a great and powerful wind tore the mountains apart and shattered the rocks before the LORD, but the LORD wa...

Training for Godliness

Gene Carlsward | Jul 31, 2022

Training for Godliness

“Rather train yourself for godliness; for while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promises for the present life and also for the life to come.” 1 Timothy 4:7-8 ESVDevotionH...

Serve, Fill Your Heart, Be Happy!

Michelle Brock | Jul 24, 2022

Serve, Fill Your Heart, Be Happy!

Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. - 1 Peter 4:10 (NIV)DevotionsIsn’t the world just a little harder right now? Isn’t it just a li...

A Special Invitation

Angela Presley | Jul 17, 2022

A Special Invitation

But how can they call on him to save them unless they believe in him? And how can they believe in him if they have never heard about him? And how can they hear about him unless someone tells them? - Romans 10:14 (NL...

Serving People Different from You

Tammy Baskind | Jul 10, 2022

Serving People Different from You

I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me. - Matthew 25:36 (ESV)DevotionWhen was the last time you spent time with someone totally different from you? Have you ever stop...

Inviting People Over

Paige Adams | Jul 3, 2022

Inviting People Over

“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful s...

Jesus is walking with you — do you see him?

Cole Grubbs | Jun 26, 2022

Jesus is walking with you — do you see him?

As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them; but they were kept from recognizing him. Luke 24:15-16 DevotionI recently had the opportunity to officiate the ...

Light Invades

Daniel Rankin | Jun 12, 2022

Light Invades

"But everything exposed by the light becomes visible—and everything that is illuminated becomes a light. This is why it is said:

Psalm 23

Jemar Poteat | Jun 5, 2022

Psalm 23

The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. Psalm 23:1-2DevotionIn the first verse of this chapter, the psalmist, David, is speaking of God as ...

How to Show Up For Others

Hannah Pratz | May 29, 2022

How to Show Up For Others

Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2 DevotionOne of my favorite parts of being on staff at Crossings is getting a front row seat to watching the body of Christ come ali...

Gathering Together

Lindsey Harbaugh | May 22, 2022

Gathering Together

Now we ask you, brothers and sisters, to acknowledge those who work hard among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you. Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. Live in peace with each oth...

Unexpected Community

Kari Holder | May 15, 2022

Unexpected Community

Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ. 1 Corinthians 12:12, DevotionMany years ago, I said “yes” to being an aid to a young lady with Down syndrome. I didn...

Surrender and Follow Jesus

Karlie Grubbs | May 8, 2022

Surrender and Follow Jesus

“I will stay close to you, instructing and guiding you along the pathway for your life. I will advise you along the way and lead you forth with my eyes as your guide. So don’t make it difficult; don’t be stubborn when I take ...

El Roi: “The God Who Sees”

Amanda Durning | May 1, 2022

El Roi: “The God Who Sees”

You’re invited to honor the women in your life on Mother’s Day, May 8, at all Crossings services! As we prepare for Mother’s Day, take time to reflect with this devotion from Amanda Van Every. “She gave this name to the LORD...

Inhabiting Easter

Don Peslis | Apr 24, 2022

Inhabiting Easter

"He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: ‘The Son of Man must be delivered over to the hands of sinners, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.’ ” Luke ...