Posts from 2024
CrossRidge in Africa: A Mission Trip to Lesotho
Tucked away in the mountainous terrain of southern Africa lies the country of Lesotho. For more than five years, CrossRidge missionaries Jake and Ginger Goss, along with their daughter, Timber, have called Lesotho home and worked to share the gospel with its people. Recently, a team from our church embarked on a mission trip to Lesotho to support the Gosses and witness firsthand the transformative work they are doing day in and day out. Led by Senior Pastor Marc Farnell,…
We Love Our Moms
Happy Mother’s Day Moms! We love you and are thankful for all that you do. We see you and know what a daunting task parenting is. We are cheering you on as you juggle sports schedules, school lunches, and end of the year activities. We are praying for you as you navigate temper tantrums, preteen hormones, and graduations. We are here for you, and we are excited to walk alongside you as we teach your children about Jesus together. Proverbs…
Remember God’s Word
April showers bring May flowers, so I’ve heard. With all the rain we have had lately, we should be covered in flowers soon! Enjoy the flowers while they are here because we know that soon it will be dry and hot, and the flowers will go away. There are many things in life that come and go like flowers, but we know one thing that always remains. Isaiah 40:8 tells us, “The grass withers, the flowers fade, but the word…
Remember God’s Word
April showers bring May flowers, so I’ve heard. With all the rain we have had lately, we should be covered in flowers soon! Enjoy the flowers while they are here because we know that soon it will be dry and hot, and the flowers will go away. There are many things in life that come and go like flowers, but we know one thing that always remains. Isaiah 40:8 tells us, “The grass withers, the flowers fade, but the word…
JESUS IS STILL ALIVE
But the angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples that he has risen from the dead, and behold, he is going before you to Galilee; there you will see him. See, I have told you.’ So, they departed quickly from the tomb with fear and great joy…
JESUS IS STILL ALIVE
But the angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples that he has risen from the dead, and behold, he is going before you to Galilee; there you will see him. See, I have told you.’ So, they departed quickly from the tomb with fear and great joy…
JESUS IS STILL ALIVE
But the angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples that he has risen from the dead, and behold, he is going before you to Galilee; there you will see him. See, I have told you.’ So, they departed quickly from the tomb with fear and great joy…
JESUS IS ALIVE
But the angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples that he has risen from the dead, and behold, he is going before you to Galilee; there you will see him. See, I have told you.’ So they departed quickly from the tomb with fear and great joy, and ran to…
Better Than Having Luck
We blinked and the month of March is here. What are you looking forward to this month? Is it St Patrick’s Day? Do you like to wear green and look for four leaf clovers? The world wants us to believe it is a day about luck, but as Christians we know we don’t need good luck because we have Jesus. James 1:17 tells us, “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly…
Better Than Having Luck
We blinked and the month of March is here. What are you looking forward to this month? Is it St Patrick’s Day? Do you like to wear green and look for four leaf clovers? The world wants us to believe it is a day about luck, but as Christians we know we don’t need good luck because we have Jesus. James 1:17 tells us, “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly…
Better Than Having Luck
We blinked and the month of March is here. What are you looking forward to this month? Is it St Patrick’s Day? Do you like to wear green and look for four leaf clovers? The world wants us to believe it is a day about luck, but as Christians we know we don’t need good luck because we have Jesus. James 1:17 tells us, “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly…
Better Than Having Luck
We blinked and the month of March is here. What are you looking forward to this month? Is it St Patrick’s Day? Do you like to wear green and look for four leaf clovers? The world wants us to believe it is a day about luck, but as Christians we know we don’t need good luck because we have Jesus. James 1:17 tells us, “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly…
Heart Check
If I speak in human or angelic tongues but do not have love, I am a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have all faith so that I can move mountains but do not have love, I am nothing. And if I give away all my possessions, and if I give over my body in order to boast but do not have love, I gain nothing. Love…
Stand Strong – Men’s Conference Recap
CrossRidge hosted our annual Men’s Conference February 9–10. We welcomed 90 men for fellowship, learning, and spiritual growth. With the theme “Stand Strong,” inspired by Daniel 1 and 3, the conference aimed to empower men to fortify their faith and resilience with boldness in the face of life’s challenges. Daniel 1 and 3 provided a rich backdrop for exploration, focusing particularly on the steadfastness of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in their unwavering commitment to God. Through insightful teachings from Pastor…
A Flavor Fiesta – Salsa Sunday Recap
Flavors meet fellowship: the second annual Salsa Sunday was a resounding success! Salsa enthusiasts from near and far(ish) converged to showcase their spicy culinary prowess and compete for the coveted titles of Best Green, Best Red, and Best Overall salsa. The competition was fierce as 16 delectable salsas were entered into the contest, each vying for the judges’ taste buds’ attention. From mild to fiery, the array of flavors represented a true testament to the creativity and talent within the…
Heart Check
If I speak in human or angelic tongues but do not have love, I am a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have all faith so that I can move mountains but do not have love, I am nothing. And if I give away all my possessions, and if I give over my body in order to boast but do not have love, I gain nothing. Love…
Embracing God Confidence – Women’s Conference Recap
Conference season kicked off January 26–27 with our annual Women’s Conference. This year, CrossRidge ladies traveled to Camp Copass in Denton, TX at the picturesque Tally Retreat Center for a time of fellowship and bible teaching centered around the theme of “Living with God Confidence.” Eighty-three ladies came together to deepen their faith, cultivate resilience, and embrace the unshakeable confidence found in God. Grounded in Jeremiah 17:7, which declares, “Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence…
Heart Check
If I speak in human or angelic tongues but do not have love, I am a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have all faith so that I can move mountains but do not have love, I am nothing. And if I give away all my possessions, and if I give over my body in order to boast but do not have love, I gain nothing. Love…
24/7
Parenting is one of the hardest jobs, but also one of the most rewarding jobs. In fact, Psalm 127:3 says, “Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.” Unfortunately, there are some days that children don’t necessarily feel like a reward. Truth be told, some days, parenting is downright hard. One thing we do know though, is how important parenting is and how important it is to parent God’s way. Parenting the world’s way is one…
24/7
Parenting is one of the hardest jobs, but also one of the most rewarding jobs. In fact, Psalm 127:3 says, “Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.” Unfortunately, there are some days that children don’t necessarily feel like a reward. Truth be told, some days, parenting is downright hard. One thing we do know though, is how important parenting is and how important it is to parent God’s way. Parenting the world’s way is one…
New Year, Same God
Have you heard the saying, “new year, new me?” What does that mean? What do you need to change to be new this year and how will you do it? More importantly, can you change on your own? I like the saying, “new year, same God” better. God says in Malachi 3:6 “For I the Lord do not change; therefore you, O children of Jacob, are not consumed.” He reminded the Israelites that He does not change. He reminded them…
New Year, Same God
Have you heard the saying, “new year, new me?” What does that mean? What do you need to change to be new this year and how will you do it? More importantly, can you change on your own? I like the saying, “new year, same God” better. God says in Malachi 3:6 “For I the Lord do not change; therefore you, O children of Jacob, are not consumed.” He reminded the Israelites that He does not change. He reminded them…
Ready Or Not
But those who trust in the Lord will renew their strength; they will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not become weary, they will walk and not faint.” Isaiah 40:31 Ready or not, here comes 2024. What are you looking forward to the most in the new year? What are you dreading the most in the new year? No matter what this new year brings your way, the Lord is ready to get you through it. The Lord…