All would agree prayer is important. But many of us must admit we do not pray as much as we'd like. In this message, we focus on one specific type of prayer - corporate prayer – that could change how we view prayer and Christian ministry. In this study, we learn... The benefits of corporate prayer Why prayer is more than just a preface to ministry The importance of prayer in Spurgeon's life How to stay focused in prayer Thanks for listening. To support our ministry, please visit crossviewyucca.org/giving

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The Church at Prayer (Acts 2:42)

Salvation is past, present, and future. You were saved, you are being saved, and you will be saved. In this study of Ephesians 1:11-14, we learn about our future inheritance in Christ when salvation is consummated. What exactly is the believer's inheritance? God's well-thought out plan to save The three layers to faith: knowledge, assent, and trust The seal and down payment is the Holy Spirit Thanks for listening. To support our ministry, please visit crossviewyucca.org/giving

The Believer's Inheritance (Eph. 1:11-14)

Every building has a blueprint. Every movie has a script. But did you know time has a blueprint too? God has ordered a special plan, and you and I are part of it. In this study of Ephesians 1:7-10, you will learn... How sin enslaves you and becomes a terrible tyrant The purpose God made you for God's rescue plan that came at great personal expense Should you try to predict when Jesus will return? Thanks for listening. To support our ministry, please visit crossviewyucca.org/giving

God's Plan for the Ages (Eph. 1:7-10)

For God to pardon our sin would have been enough. To then adopt us into his family? Unbelievable! In this study of Ephesians 1:5-6, you will learn about... God's legal declaration to adopt you When God chose to adopt you Three benefits you receive as an adopted child of God Questions to help you reflect and delight in your adoption Thanks for listening. To support our ministry, please visit crossviewyucca.org/giving

Adopted in Love (Eph. 1:5-6)

The doctrine of election is one of the most mysterious yet profound truths of the gospel. In this exposition of Ephesians 1:4, we learn... What "election" actually means When did God choose us to follow him? Why election cannot be based on man's free will That election is the historical position of the Baptist church The great purpose for which God chose us -- to grow in holiness Thanks for listening. To support our ministry, please visit crossviewyucca.org/giving

Called Before Creation (Eph. 1:4)

The phrase “in Christ” appears repeatedly in the opening verses of Ephesians. It teaches that all the spiritual blessings that belong to you -- including election, adoption, and inheritance -- are based solely on your relationship with Jesus. In this introduction to the Book of Ephesians, you will discover... A long sentence with a powerful punch The meaning of "union with Christ" The true identity of the Christian Practical ways to live out your union with Christ How union with Christ fuels a love for others Thanks for listening. To support our ministry, please visit crossviewyucca.org/giving

Blessings in Christ (Eph. 1:1-3)

Have you tasted and experienced for yourself who God is? Don’t take someone else’s word for it. Try him out for yourself! In this study of Psalm 34, we learn... The invitation to "taste and see" who God is How goodness is at the very heart of God's essence How do we reconcile God's goodness and his wrath? Where to run when you're in danger or struggling with fear Three ways to take refuge in the Lord Thanks for listening. To support our ministry, please visit crossviewyucca.org/giving

The Goodness of God (Ps. 34)

On the mount of transfiguration, three of Jesus’ disciples have an experience they will never forget. It's seared on their minds and consciences, though they are told to wait until Christ's resurrection before they can tell anyone. In our latest sermon podcast, we learn... Irrefutable evidence that Jesus is the Messiah What it means that Jesus was "Transfigured" How Jesus humbled himself in the "kenosis" Why the prophets Moses and Elijah stood next to Jesus Two disciples give an eyewitness account of their experience on the mountain The right kind of fear and wrong kind of fear to have Thanks for listening. To support our ministry, please visit crossviewyucca.org/giving  

The Transfiguration (Matt. 17:1-13)

Much has changed over the past year, but the most important things have not. The foundational truths, upon which we build our lives, have remained the same and continue to deserve our trust. In this sermon, we learn... The "fundamentals" of Christianity Why the gospel is good news A basic overview of the gospel The reason for Christ's death What makes Christianity different from every other religion Thanks for listening. To support our ministry, please visit crossviewyucca.org/giving

Simplicity of the Gospel (1 Cor. 15:3-4)

We all need a firm foundation, and only Jesus is strong enough to be that solid rock. In this study of 1 Corinthians 3:10-17, we learn... Three ways to build your life on the rock of Christ The history behind one of our most beloved hymns How Paul and Apollos turned a potential rivalry into a powerful tag-team effort Does the Bible really say Christians won't be judged? How to gain more reward in heaven Thanks for listening. To support our ministry, please visit crossviewyucca.org/giving

Christ - Our Firm Foundation (1 Corinthians 3:10-17)

In this season of uncertainty, we should pray we will stand firm, side by side in the gospel. In this study of Philippians 1:27-30, we discover... A great theme verse for COVID How to stand firm in trials Our citizenship transcends this earth Unity doesn't happen by accident A helpful passage for handling conflict Suffering is a gift to make us more like Jesus Thanks for listening. To support our ministry, please visit crossviewyucca.org/giving

Standing Firm (Phil. 1:27-30)

C.S. Lewis once said "God whispers to us in our pleasures; he speaks to us in our work; he shouts at us in our pain." Sometimes, God can only get our attention by disciplining us. In our latest sermon podcast, we take a look at what the Bible says about church discipline. Topics we discuss include: Why a little pain is sometimes a good thing The need for "tough love" Jesus' formula for correcting a brother or sister in sin Reasons we should or should not confront How God is ultimately wielding the rod in spiritual discipline What does self-examination look like practically? Thanks for listening. To support our ministry, please visit crossviewyucca.org/giving

Examine Yourselves (2 Cor. 13:1-9)

The Apostle Paul was known for his boldness and afraid of little. But one thing that scared him was that the church would be unresponsive to the Word of God. In this sermon podcast, we discuss... The ingredients of a healthy church Paul's stern yet loving rebuke over fighting Christians A vision for Christian sexual ethics The danger of being conformed by our culture What to do when a Christian won't give up their sinful lifestyle An early church father writes to Corinth Thanks for listening. To support our ministry, please visit crossviewyucca.org/giving

Paul's Worst Nightmare (2 Corinthians 12:20-21)

Spiritual leaders gladly spend themselves for the sake of God's flock. In this sermon podcast we learn... That Christians need to "grow up" in maturity A biblical case for cessationism The danger of self-pity and a victim mentality Exercising faith will cause it to grow Why churches should financially support their pastor Symptoms of a heart of unbelief Thanks for listening. To support our ministry, please visit crossviewyucca.org/giving

From Victims to Victors (2 Cor. 12:11-18)

God provides special strength in times of weakness. In our latest sermon podcast, we discuss...What Paul saw when he visited heavenThe reason for pain in our world todayBenefits of trials and afflictionWhy God does not always answer our prayersThanks for listening. To support our ministry, please visit crossviewyucca.org/giving

My Grace is Sufficient, pt 2 (2 Corinthians 12:1-10)

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