We sit down with David and Sherri VanderVelde to discuss their gritty life lived in reckless pursuit of the Kingdom of God as well as Philippians 4 and the call not to be anxious about anything. What does that mean? How can we apply it?Preacher: Tryg VekerText: Philippians 4:2-9Sermon Link: CLICK HERE

In this episode, we sit down with Crossroads member Phil Sims to unpack Philippians 3:12-21 and what it really means to mature in Christ. Paul reminds us that the Christian life isn’t about having already arrived, but about pressing on toward Jesus.So what does spiritual maturity actually look like? What does it feel like to grow, to struggle, to keep moving forward when you’re not where you want to be yet? Together, we explore the tension between grace and effort, the call to perseverance, and how keeping our eyes fixed on Christ reshapes everything.Preacher: Erik VekerText: Philippians 3:12-21Sermon Link: CLICK HERE

What makes someone right in the eyes of God? We tend to look to our performance and our résumé to justify ourselves, but does that actually work? In this episode, we unpack how Paul dismantles that way of thinking, drawing from Rod’s sermon on Philippians 3:1–11.Preacher: Rod VanSolkemaText: Philippians 3:1-11Sermon Link: CLICK HERE

We sit down with Brittany Riva, to talk about Crossroad's Missional Outpost led by Jason and Julie Botbyl and Phlippians 3. What if the church isn’t built on gifting, strategy, or comfort but on humility? In this episode, we explore powerful stories from the Romanian church, where radical sacrifice and gospel clarity have led to explosive yet faithful growth. Anchored in Philippians 2, we unpack what it means to live “cruciform”shaped by the self-emptying way of Jesus; and how suffering becomes a catalyst for deeper joy, freedom, and Christlikeness.

The Christ Hymn in Philippians 2 is one of the most profound and beloved passages in all of Scripture, but what is it really saying? What kind of mindset enabled Jesus to humble Himself, and how does that same mindset empower believers to rise above any circumstance?In this episode, we dive deep into the meaning and implications of Philippians 2, exploring how the mind of Christ reshapes everything. Join Crossroads Tech Director Charlie Gretzinger and Student Ministries Pastor Tim Bassett as we unpack the text and consider what it looks like to live with the mindset of Christ in everyday life.Preacher: Tryg VekerText: Philippians 2:1-11Sermon Link: CLICK HERE

We sit down with Worship Pastor RJ Alicea, and Children's Ministry Director Hannah VanderVelde to break down Philippians 1. Paul is imprisoned, overlooked, and facing an uncertain future: and yet he’s full of joy. Not because his situation changed, but because his perspective did.Preacher: Rod VanSolkemaText: Philippians 1:12-30Sermon Link: CLICK HERE

In this episode, we explore the backstory behind Paul’s letter: his missionary journey, the founding of the Philippian church, and the powerful bond they shared.But at the heart of it all is a radical kingdom truth: the way up is down. True greatness isn’t found in status, but in servanthood. As Paul identifies himself as a servant, we’re invited into a new kind of leadership—one shaped by humility, teamwork, and sacrificial love.Preacher: Joe StowellText: Philippians 1:1-11Sermon Link: CLICK HERE

As we discuss the Palm Sunday sermon we reflect on Jesus’ arrival into Jerusalem and what it reveals about the heart of God. In this episode, our first podcast with video, we trace the thread from Palm Sunday to Acts 28, where the message of the Kingdom reaches Rome. Along the way, we wrestle with a deeper question: are we following the humble King who comes on a donkey, or have we drifted toward building our own versions of empire? A conversation about humility, surrender, and becoming people of living water in a thirsty world.

We sit down to unpack Acts 27 through three movements: the storm, the mission, and the power of God. The storm reveals what we actually trust: while others grasp for control, Paul stands anchored in a word from God. But the storm isn’t a detour; it’s part of the mission, as the gospel moves through chaos toward the “other side.” We also see that God’s power shows up not through strength, but through weakness, surrender, and dependence. What looks like disaster becomes the very place where God preserves life and extends grace to others. The invitation isn’t to escape the storm, but to become people who carry peace, purpose, and power through it.Preacher: Rod VanSolkemaText: Acts 27Sermon Link: CLICK HERE

What if we could actually trace the exact timeline of the most pivotal event in human history?In this episode, we take a deep dive into the death and resurrection of Jesus - not just through faith, but through history, archaeology, and the biblical witness. When did Jesus really die? Was it truly on a Friday? How do we account for the “three days and three nights”?Sign Up for the Class Here: Crossroads U: Journey Through Holy Week