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Give Thanks, Give Kindness, Give Love
Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Thanksgiving is such a wonderful holiday. While not everyone celebrates Thanksgiving with traditions, many do. Some people start their day by watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Others start decorating for Christmas. Some go shopping, looking for that great deal. Families gather together to share a meal and give thanks. Many families prepare the food together, talking and laughing throughout the day. …
Time With God Changes Everything
Do you meet with God daily? Do you set aside devoted time to sit in His Presence, together? In Luke 10, Mary sat at Jesus’ feet and listened. Jesus said that the choice she had made was better than being busy doing stuff. She had chosen well. I want to be like Mary, sitting daily at the feet of my Lord, soaking in His wisdom and love. And I can. So can you. I simply adore God’s Word. Really, I…
Children Are A Gift From God
This is my favorite time of the year. The upcoming holidays are an obvious reason for me to excitedly turn my calendar to November, but there is another event that has me looking forward to this Sunday. CrossRidge Church routinely has two Baby/Parent Dedication Services each year. Of course, 2020 had to make things different, so this Sunday will be our only opportunity to have this service this year. Hannah is the perfect example of recognizing that children are a…
CPA Now Hiring
Do you love children? Are you passionate about teaching them about Jesus? CrossRidge Preschool Academy is looking for part-time preschool teachers who are actively involved in a like-minded church for the 2020-2021 school year. Monday through Thursday 8:25 am – 2:25 pm Tuesday through Thursday 8:25 am – 2:25 pm Job Description Minister to children and their families by developing the socialization and early learning skills of toddlers thru Pre-K, teaching a biblically-based curriculum while providing high-quality child care in…
What Are You Thankful For?
Wow! Can you believe it is already November? What a great time to reflect on the many blessings God has poured out on us. I want to encourage you to print out the attached thankful acrostic and reflect on what you are thankful for. I will go first. Truth – I am truly thankful for God’s word and a Pastor that preaches truth week after week, even when it convicts me. “Teach me your way, Lord, and I will live…
Love God And Love People
A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” John 13:34-35 When Jesus was questioned by a Pharisee, He responded by issuing a standard that each Christ follower should strive to live by. This conversation is recorded in Matthew 22:36-40. Jesus was asked, “‘Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?’ Jesus replied:…
Do Our Words Matter?
May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.” Psalm 19:14 Have you ever wondered if you talk too much? The University of Arizona conducted a study and found that most people speak around 16,000 words in a day. This number can vary depending on age, culture and other factors. 16,000 words each day sounds like so many words! It makes me wonder, “Do our…
The Calm In Our Storm
Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will help you; I will hold on to you with my righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10 Not too long ago I was traveling over a bridge during a storm. I could feel my car move in the wind as I tightened my knuckles around the steering wheel. I even felt a little knot in my stomach as I continued to drive.…
Keep Your Focus On Jesus
Jesus loves me this I know, for the Bible tells me so! What a simple song to sing and teach our preschoolers. Our lesson linked below goes over a very important message for our children. Mark 10:14b says, “Let the little children come to me. Don’t stop them because the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” 2020 has been such a year of change for us, but Jesus has been our one constant throughout it all. We need to teach our…
God, I AM
God said to Moses, ‘I AM WHO I AM’; and He said, ‘Thus you shall say to the sons of Israel, I AM has sent me to you.’” Exodus 3:14 I don’t know about you, but I have a favorite name of God. It is I AM. In the book of Exodus, Moses encountered God through the burning bush and God gave him his assignment of leading God’s people out of slavery in Egypt. When Moses asked God what he should…
Encourage Those Closest To You
If you attended Life Team this last Sunday or printed off and used the Life Team Discussion Guide, you know that Pastor Marc stated that “God wants us to use His Word to encourage others this week”. If you are staying home for the most part, due to COVID restrictions, that can seem like a difficult assignment. If there is one good thing that has come from this virus, it is that we are constantly having to look at new…
Put Love Into Action
I have really enjoyed the sermon series that Pastor Marc has been walking us through. He has been focusing on Matthew 7:12 for a few weeks now. It tells us, “Therefore, whatever you want others to do for you, do also the same for them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.” This is such a great lesson for us as adults to learn and put into action each day. It is also a very important lesson for us…
Love Does
Pastor Marc has been teaching from Matthew 7:12, which is the Golden Rule. It states, “Therefore, whatever you want others to do for you, do also the same for them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.” After spending time in God’s word, I always want to respond by being a “doer”. It’s not enough to hear a great sermon or read some beautiful scripture, then go about our day unchanged. As God reveals Himself and His will through…
Shine His Light To Others
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:16 I love Fall. I love the cooler weather. I love to watch football. I love the Fall decorations and I love pumpkins. I have so many pumpkins around my house right now. When my kids were little we would carve and decorate pumpkins. They would take turns spooning out the inside so…
Coat Drive
We have the unique opportunity to partner with the Little Elm ISD in providing winter coats for children in need. The school district has asked us specifically to help elementary-aged children. Our October Dollar Day offering will go towards purchasing winter coats. We also have a Coat Donation Box in the foyer for each Sunday in October to purchase and donate new winter coats to be used as a way to love on the children of Little Elm. Since these coats…
The Best Thing You Can Do For Your Children
Pop Quiz Time What is the best thing that you can do for your children? A. Feed them vegetables B. Enroll them in extracurricular activities C. Take them to church D. Love your spouse The correct answer is D. Did you pick the right answer? The world would have you believe that your whole life should revolve around your children, that they should come first no matter what. The Bible tells us in Genesis 2:24, “This is why a man…
Let’s Get Together
Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me.’ Matthew 19:14 Oh dear friends, I have some wonderful news for you! In Matthew 19:14, “Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me.’” Therefore, I am excited to announce that we will be getting together, live and in person, with your children for Kids’ Church on a few select Wednesday nights this fall. I am so excited to be able to worship King Jesus together with my Kinder-4th grade friends…
In Awe Of God The Creator
When I walk outside each morning now, the lack of scorching heat surprises me. As the seasons change yet again, I find myself in awe of God the Creator of heaven and earth. Even as a child, I could connect to God through the created world. An appreciation for this beautiful world we live in would prompt me to worship God. Scripture says, “For His invisible attributes, that is, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen since…
True Contentment
“I know how to make do with little, and I know how to make do with a lot. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being content—whether well fed or hungry, whether in abundance or in need. I am able to do all things through him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:12-13 Cambridge Dictionary tells us that contentment is happiness and satisfaction, often because you have everything you need. I don’t know about you, but there aren’t…
Helping Others Around The World
Jesus came near and said to them, “All authority has been given to me in heaven and on earth. Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe everything I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:18-20 Have you ever read these verses and wished that you could “go…
For The Least of These
Pastor Marc has started a sermon series on “Do Unto Others” based on the Golden Rule. What is the Golden Rule? It is found in Matthew 7:12, “Therefore, whatever you want others to do for you, do also the same for them—this is the Law and the Prophets.” Some people didn’t even realize that the Golden Rule was from the Bible! Most of us were taught this in school too. So, as we strive to do for others, what does…
Help Feed Lesotho
A family from our church, Jake, Ginger, and Timber, moved to Africa over a year ago and they have been serving the people there. The people that live in their area are facing a government declared national emergency. A famine, paired with this pandemic, has people of this country starving. Because the families have not been able to work due to the pandemic, they don’t have the resources to buy food. We have a unique opportunity to directly help these…
Fall Ministry Schedule
We’ve been working hard on figuring out creative ways we can start to meet back together. Our Wednesday nights for the fall include times for our Children, Students, Men’s, and Women’s ministries. Each meeting will be from 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm. Register Please register. It helps us tremendously when you register. This allows us to make sure we have all the materials we need for everybody which includes handouts, refreshments, and more. These events will be open for registration…
Have you heard the good news?
Every day they devoted themselves to meeting together in the temple, and broke bread from house to house. They ate their food with joyful and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. Every day the Lord added to their number those who were being saved. Acts 2:46-47 I scream. You scream. We all scream for Life Team! Have you heard the good news? Life Teams start meeting again this Sunday, September 13th, and childcare is…