
2020 Archive

This Christmas you’re invited to come and see what God has done, and what he is doing.
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Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Intro & Welcome
2:30 Christmas at Home w/ the O’Connors
4:25 Unexpected [A Light in the Darkness, pt 1], w/ Jon
25:30 Noel, ft Donna, Michael & Aaron
29:30 Giveaway & Glove-Drive
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▶ #forSalem December Challenge: Church @ the Park Glove Drive
Collecting 50 pairs of Warm Winter Gloves (Gender Neutral) – heavy and warm, in NEW OR LIKE NEW Condition (“Like New” means CLEAN & NO rips, stains, holes, or fraying). Physical Location Drop-Off Details here. More info on Church @ the Park: https://www.church-at-the-park.org/
▶ Crosscreek’s Drive-In Christmas Party! December 19, 2020, 2pm: Info at www.yourcrosscreek.com/xmas/
▶ #SalemOregon #local Giveaways (Happening on Social Media later this week)
– Enter to win this week on Social Media: Noble Wave- https://www.enjoynoblewave.com/
– This week’s winner: French Press Coffee & Crepes- https://frenchpressroasters.com/
▶ Suggested Readings:
The Christmas Story: Luke 2 – https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke%202&version=NLT
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
Robert Goulet, Christmas Waltz – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2Vo4rNjObg
The Greatest Showman Cast, The Greatest Show- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyVYXRD1Ans
MIchael W. Smith, All is Well- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdlwrhxomfA
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- This series is called “A Light in the Darkness” and this message is titled “Unexpected”. What would be your own theme/title for Christmas and why?
- Read John 1:1-9 (read until verse 18 for extra credit). What stands out to you in John’s description of Jesus and his coming? Do you get any encouragement or insight from this passage?
- Where do you see God’s light in your life right now? How can your group pray for you this week?
▶ Soundtrack thanks from this episode 🙂
Hip Hop Christmas & B Canon and Variation by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/
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Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Intro, Welcome, Giveaway
3:00 Christmas at Home w/ the Liudahl Sioda Fam
5:00 The Solution [A Light in the Darkness, pt 2], w/ Jon
32:00 O Come O Come Emmanuel, ft Aaron
33:00 Christmas Party & Glove-Drive
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For Kids: Crosscreek Website
▶ #forSalem December Challenge: Church @ the Park Glove Drive
Collecting 50 pairs of Warm Winter Gloves (Gender Neutral) – heavy and warm, in NEW OR LIKE NEW Condition (“Like New” means CLEAN & NO rips, stains, holes, or fraying). Drop-Off by December 23, 2020, location request here. More info on Church @ the Park: https://www.church-at-the-park.org/.
▶ Crosscreek’s Drive-In Christmas Party! December 19, 2020, 2pm: Info at www.yourcrosscreek.com/drivein/
▶ #SalemOregon #local Giveaways (Happening on Social Media later this week)
– Enter to win this week on Social Media: Konditorei- https://gerryfrankskonditorei.com/
– This week’s winner: Noble Wave- https://www.enjoynoblewave.com/
▶ Suggested Readings:
The Christmas Story: Luke 2 – https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke%202&version=NLT
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
Lauren Daigle- O come, O come, Emmanuel: https://youtu.be/HGw0QK6ICZA
Musicality- From Now On (Cover from “The Greatest Showman”): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruCl8X-xWPA
Joy Williams- Here With Us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOyHuYGE1Mg
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- What was your reaction to the description of sin in this message? Why do you think that is?
- Read John 3:16-21. What stands out to you in terms of what Jesus offers you/us?
- What questions/barriers are there for you in following and responding to the light of Jesus? How can your group pray for you in this?
▶ Soundtrack thanks from this episode 🙂
Hip Hop Christmas & B Canon and Variation by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/
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It’s human nature to be afraid of the dark. It isolates us and hides reality. But in the presence of light, darkness is nothing. Christmas is the story of God shining his light in the darkness of the world to end our isolation and give our lives true purpose.
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Church at Home with the Fiedlers
3:00 Christmas at Home w/ the Tanners
5:00 Lights [A Light in the Darkness, pt 3], w/ Jon
24:00 Light of the World (cover), ft. Gillian, Luke & Aaron
38:00 An Invitation, A Giveaway, & The Office (?!)
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▶ #forSalem December Challenge: Church @ the Park Glove Drive
Collecting 50 pairs of Warm Winter Gloves (Gender Neutral) – heavy and warm, in NEW OR LIKE NEW Condition (“Like New” means CLEAN & NO rips, stains, holes, or fraying). Drop-Off by December 23, 2020, location request here. More info on Church @ the Park: https://www.church-at-the-park.org/.
▶ #SalemOregon #local Giveaways (Happening on Social Media later this week)
– Enter to win this week on Social Media: Isaac’s Downtown- https://www.isaacsdowntown.com/
– This week’s winner: Konditorei- https://gerryfrankskonditorei.com/
❅ Want to buy a #forSalem hoodie? Drop us a note using the welcome form! https://bit.ly/wlcmccc
▶ Suggested Readings:
John 8:12-20, 1 Peter 2:9-10- https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+8%3A12-20%2C+1+Peter+2%3A9-10&version=NLT
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
Pentatonix and Dolly Parton: Jolene- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYCoyUxY2HY
The Beatles: Norwegian Wood (The Bird has Flown)- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_V6y1ZCg_8
Lauren Daigle: O Come All Ye Faithful- https://youtu.be/rZn59OrLNYU
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- What do you relate to more the idea of darkness isolating or the idea of darkness concealing reality?
- When Jon said, “Jesus didn’t come just so we could leave Earth and go to heaven someday… he came so that we can bring the light of Heaven to Earth now,” how did that sit with you? Do you agree or disagree? Why?
- Being the light of God means reorienting your life around the love of Jesus. What might be some steps you can take to continue reorienting your life around the love of Jesus?
- Read 1 Peter 2:9-10. What are some ways you can bring God’s light to those around you this week? How can your group pray for you in this?
▶ Soundtrack thanks from this episode 🙂
Hip Hop Christmas & B Canon and Variation by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/
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FAITH THAT WORKS [series]
How to be happy when the world is falling apart.
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Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Welcome
1:30 Wisdom in the Craziness w/ Jon
25:30 Giveaway deets!
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For Kids: Crosscreek Website
#SalemOregon #local Giveaways: – Enter to win this week on Social Media- Top Drawer Boutique
– This week’s winner- B2 Taphouse
▶ Suggested Bible Readings:
Related Passage: 1 Peter 1:6-9
This Week’s Challenge: James 1:2-18
Bible Reading Tips (PDF)
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
Michael W. Smith- Ashton
Lindsey Stirling- Gavi’s Song
Ram Jam- Black Betty
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- What from this week’s message do you agree with /disagree with /wonder about /question? Why?
- Read James 1:2-18 as a group. Make some observations together. What stands out to you? What seems challenging for you?
- What might be keeping you in survival mode and holding you back from thriving? How can your group pray for you in this?
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Episode Breakdown:
0:00 What a Week & #forSalem cards
2:40 Illogically Happy w/ Jon
28:40 Giveaways, Announcements, Snickers warning
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Let us know you’re here! || Discussion Questions || Read Transcript || Ask a Question
For Kids: Crosscreek Website
Get your #forSalem encouragement cards: https://bit.ly/wlcmccc
#SalemOregon #local Giveaways: – Enter to win this week on Social Media- Gilgamesh https://www.gilgameshbrewing.com/
– This week’s winner- Top Drawer Boutique
▶ Suggested Bible Readings:
Related Passage: Matthew 25:31-46
This Week’s Challenge: James 1:19-2:26
Bible Reading Tips (PDF)
▶ Other Recommended Resources:
The Biggest Happiness Mistake
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
Weezer: Freak Me Out
Jonas Brothers: What a Man Gotta Do
Josh Baldwin: Stand in Your Love
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- Talk about a time when acting selflessly made you happier. Why do you think you felt happy?
- As a group, read Matthew 7:15-27. How do you think this relates to what we know God wants us to do and how we actually act?
- Everyone has a “knowing/doing” gap. What would you say yours is and how can your group pray for you this week to close this gap?
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Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Breaking News
1:40 You First with Jon
25:00 Giveaways for Days
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For Kids: Crosscreek Website
Get your #forSalem encouragement cards: https://bit.ly/wlcmccc
▶ 3 Questions Phone Background
#SalemOregon #local Giveaways:
Gilgamesh this week.
Next week: Every Child Oregon Comment on Social Media all week, and we donate $5 per comment!
▶ Suggested Readings:
Related Passage: Colossians 3
Andy Stanley Election 2020 Article
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
Thompson Twins: Hold Me Now
Eddie and Alex Van Halen: Respect the Wind
Lauren Daigle: You Say
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- Honesty time- how does “choosing to make ourselves second” REALLY strike you? Dig deeper- why do you think that is?
- Read Philippians 2:3-8 as a group. What challenges you? How do you think this relates to this week’s theme of making ourselves second?
- What changes do you need to make in your life as a result of this message and what are the barriers you see in doing this? How can your group pray for you this week?
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Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Go for a Walk
1:30 Reliable Happiness w/ Jon
29:45 Podcasting & Pajamas
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▶ #forSalem November Challenge: United Way Pajama Drive
▶ Suggested Readings:
Luke 12:13-21
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
DC Talk- I Luv Rap Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4Nd7lZgp4o
Bruno Mars- Count on Me: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6k8cpUkKK4c
Tedashii- Home: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wgCGejHgW2I
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- Think of a music/movie/book reference that exemplifies your current state of self-reliance.
- Read Matthew 6:19-34. What stands out to you? Pick a theme from this passage (self-reliance, focus, worry, etc) and relate it to your current situation.
- In what areas does it seem to be a challenge to rely on God right now? What barriers do you see with that and how can your group pray for you?
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Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Studio Arrival
1:30 Happy Little Prayers w/ Jon
27:30 Behind the Scenes
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▶ #forSalem November Challenge: United Way Pajama Drive
▶ #SalemOregon #local Giveaways (Happening on Social Media later this week)
– Enter to win this week on Social Media- Geppetto’s Italian https://www.facebook.com/geppettossalem/
– This week’s winner- Every Child Oregon! $290 donated thanks to you! https://www.everychildoregon.org
▶ Suggested Readings:
Acts 4 (disciples praying in hardship)
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
Jimmy Eat World: Pain- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaP6KgwbOvo
Michael Jackson: Why You Wanna Trip on Me- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2FUzoy-UCg
Josh Baldwin/Bethel: Surrounded- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlBiE4dXT2I
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- What do you think about prayer? What personal questions / stories do you have about it?
- Read Psalm 86. What stands out to you as it relates to prayer?
- As Jon said in the message, share a couple of things going on in your life right now. You might have to fight through the awkwardness, but spend some time specifically praying for one another in your group.
“Let’s be real” [SERIES]
Faith is a choice. Faith can be strengthened.
In this series, 5 things God can really use to really grow your faith. Like, really.
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Faith. It often seems like a mysterious power that either you have or you don’t. But in reality, those with a strong, mature faith are no different than the rest of us. They have simply learned this secret: the faith we possess is the direct result of the actions we choose to take. In this episode, we explore 3 specific actions we can choose to take to strengthen our faith today.
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Welcome with Aaron & Monica
2:00 “Making It Personal,” with Jon
34:30 Aaron’s interpretive dance + giveaways!
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MESSAGE-SPECIFIC RESOURCES
–Pray–
Free Download- Sample Prayer wallpaper or printable
Family Prayer App
What Jesus said about prayer- Luke 11:1-12
–Read–
Try a Gospel (Mark or John) or the book of Proverbs, a section or chapter a day
Free Download: Crosscreek Bible Reading Tips (PDF)
Starting Point Resource: “How do I read the bible?”
Blue Letter Bible (study notes, dig deeper)
–Give–
American Red Cross
United Way Mid-Valley
Hurricane Laura relief
Marion Polk Foodshare
Crosscreek
For Kids: Crosscreek Website
#SalemOregon #local Giveaways: Bo & Vine || Enter to win: Book Bin (follow our Social Media channels for deets)
▶ Additional Resources / Books on this topic:
What a good Bible reading plan? (Connexus Church)
Reading the Bible (Andy Stanley, 6 minutes)
How to Read the Bible, The Bible Project (YouTube Playlist)
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
Goo Goo Dolls: Long Way Down
Hillsong Young & Free: Trust
Foo Fighters: My Hero
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- When you hear the word “faith”, what do you think of? Share an example or analogy to illustrate.
- Head over to openbible.info/topics/faith. Which passage(s) stands out to you? How do you think this relates to what Jon said about growing our faith?
- This week’s opportunity to grow in faith includes praying every morning, reading every day, and giving. Are there any barriers or resistance for you in these three actions? Why do you think that is? How can your group pray for you in growing your faith this week?
SHOW NOTES
For many Jesus Followers faith often seems like it consists of sitting in a church service once a week and listening to someone talk about Jesus. But knowing about Jesus and having real faith that transforms our lives are two very different things. It’s time to turn knowledge into a real faith for a real world… like really. Let’s Be Real.
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Welcome
3:00 “Do It,” part 2 with Jon
32:00 Giveaway, announcements, and how you can help
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Let us know you’re here! || Discussion Questions || Read Transcript || Ask a Question
For Kids: Crosscreek Website
#SalemOregon #local Giveaways: – Enter to win this week on Social Media- Fitt’s Seafood Market
– This week’s winner- Book Bin
▶ Additional Resources / Books on this topic:
Create a Morning Routine
Keep Your Head
Some Bob Goff encouragement
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
Lindsey Sterling: Elements
Ben Harper: God Fearing Man
Lauren Daigle: Look Up Child (on Fallon)
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Last Week’s RESOURCES
–Pray–
Free Download- Sample Prayer wallpaper or printable
Family Prayer App
What Jesus said about prayer- Luke 11:1-12
–Read–
Try a Gospel (Mark or John) or the book of Proverbs, a section or chapter a day
Free Download: Crosscreek Bible Reading Tips (PDF)
Starting Point Resource: “How do I read the bible?”
Blue Letter Bible (study notes, dig deeper)
–Give–
American Red Cross
United Way Mid-Valley
Hurricane Laura relief
Marion Polk Foodshare
Crosscreek
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- When you hear the word “obedience” what comes to mind? Why is that?
- Read James 2:14-20. What stands out to you as it relates to knowing ABOUT God and DOING something?
- What questions/issues/barriers/responses do you have to this message? How can your group pray for you this week?
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Sometimes we see real needs around us that we feel powerless to do anything about. But what if God has shown us these needs in order to grow our faith and help others at the same time? Maybe it’s time we put our faith into action and realize that real faith is developed in the real world.
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 ZOOM Welcome & Congratulations!!!
2:40 “Show Up” with Jon
33:00 Announcements and our next giveaway
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For Kids: Crosscreek Website
#SalemOregon #local Giveaways: – Enter to win this week on Social Media- Causewagon
– This week’s winner- Fitt’s Seafood Market
▶ Suggested Bible Readings:
Matthew 5-7; James; 1 John
+ Bible Reading Tips (PDF)
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
For King & Country: Burn The Ships
Beethoven: Symphony #5
Queen: Bohemian Rhapsody
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Part 1’s RESOURCES
–Pray–
Free Download- Sample Prayer wallpaper or printable
Family Prayer App
What Jesus said about prayer- Luke 11:1-12
–Read–
Try a Gospel (Mark or John) or the book of Proverbs, a section or chapter a day
Free Download: Crosscreek Bible Reading Tips (PDF)
Starting Point Resource: “How do I read the bible?”
Blue Letter Bible (study notes, dig deeper)
–Give–
American Red Cross
United Way Mid-Valley
Hurricane Laura relief
Marion Polk Foodshare
Crosscreek
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- Have you ever experienced God coming through for you or someone else, or heard a story about God coming through that inspired you? What happened?
- Take some time and read what Jesus said in John 15:1-17. What stands out to you as it relates to this week’s message?
- What difficulties do you foresee with “pray, listen, and show up” for you? How can your group support you in this?
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One of the hardest aspects of our current reality is division and the isolation it creates. It’s difficult to allow others to really know who we are in such a polarized time. But there’s hope. There is a way, however, to not only fight division and isolation but to also allow God to grow our faith at the same time. Let’s rediscover the answer that has been in front of us all along.
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Level 1-1
3:30 “It’s Dangerous to Go Alone,” w/ Jon
33:30 Announcements & some Wild Pear
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#SalemOregon #local Giveaways: – Enter to win this week on Social Media- Wild Pear Restaurant
– This week’s winner- Causewagon
▶ Suggested Bible Readings:
Colossians 3; Acts 2:42-47
+ Bible Reading Tips (PDF)
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
Two Steps From Hell- Heart of Courage
GOB- Paint It Black
Full Super Mario Bros Soundtracks
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- Would you describe yourself as an extrovert or an introvert? How do you think that affects your view of the idea of Community?
- Read Acts 2:42-47, a snapshot of the very early church. Considering the difference in culture, time, and place, what stands out to you as it relates to living out faith in community right now?
- Where might you find a true community in your life right now? If you have a community, what are some ways it could become more purposeful in growing your faiths? Spend some time praying about this together.
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When unprecedented times come, they don’t just affect our daily lives but also our faith. Why is it that during life-changing events some people’s faith seems to grow while others’ seem to weaken? In this episode we discover choices we can make that turn unprecedented times into unprecedented opportunities to grow our faith.
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Joryville Welcome
1:20 “Unprecedented,” w/ Jon
22:00 Watermelon winner & waves
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For Kids: Crosscreek Website
#SalemOregon #local Giveaways: – Enter to win this week on Social Media- Divine Distillers
– This week’s winner- Wild Pear Restaurant
▶ Suggested Bible Readings:
John 10:1-21
+ Bible Reading Tips (PDF)
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
Crowder: Keep Me
Imagine Dragons: Natural
JS Bach, Violin Concertos
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- Besides the metaphor of sheep and shepherd, what is an analogy that represents how you see your/our relationship with God?
- Read Jesus’ words in John 10. What stands out to you in Jesus’ descriptions of himself as it pertains to the idea of us choosing to trust him?
- What is keeping you or tends to keep you from trusting Jesus as your shepherd? How can your group pray for you in this?
INTO THE UNKNOWN
It’s never been more obvious that our future is and always has been unknown. What will school, work, family, our country look like in the fast approaching future? These questions often create fear and anxiety because we have no idea. But what if we could walk into the hazy future with confidence and peace? What if we knew we were ready and prepared for whatever comes next? Let’s walk through the stories of a few people who were willing to take those first shaky steps to bravely go into the unknown.
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Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Field of Terror
1:00 Welcome & Giveaway
3:00 Into The Unknown: “The First Step,” with Jon
32:45 Lauren’s Story
37:30 Pray it Forward
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For Kids: Crosscreek Website
#SalemOregon #local Giveaways: Ibendoo Ramen || Enter to win: Padington’s Pizza (follow our Social Media channels for deets)
Suggested Bible Readings:
Read/memorize Psalm 56:3-4 || Download Phone Wallpaper here
Mark 4:35-41
Additional Resources / Books on this topic:
Knowing God – J.I. Packer https://www.amazon.com/Knowing-God-J-I-Packer/dp/083081650X
Music we listened to making this episode:
Into the Unknown- Panic at the Disco: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jp-CVYGEsjg
Power of the Gospel- Ben Harper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOE41qxBJ_E
Won’t Stop Now- Elevation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjoA6n5GfXs
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Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Oceans, with Luke & Gillian
5:30 Bienvenidos Amigos, with Aaron & Monica
8:30 “The Path of Confidence,” with Jon
34:30 Announcements & Adios
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#SalemOregon #local Giveaways: Padington’s Pizza || Enter to win: Love, Love Teriyaki (follow our Social Media channels for deets)
Pray it Forward- August #forSalem Opportunity
Suggested Bible Readings:
Luke 12:6-7; Read Luke 12:22-34 once a day for a week
Additional Resources / Books on this topic:
The Horse and His Boy, C.S. Lewis
Music we listened to making this episode:
Cake, Mahna, Mahna
Crowder: Wildfire
The Cranberries: Zombie
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- What is something about our unknown future that seems to keep causing you worry, stress, and/or uncertainty?
- Get a jump start on this week’s reading challenge and read Luke 12:22-34. What here most cultivates peace for you?
- What would be different for you if you KNEW, in every moment, that God saw you, heard you, and knew you? How can your group pray for you in this?
SHOW NOTES
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Jon & Liz say welcome to you
3:00 “Trust & Act,” with Aaron
26:00 Jon shaves with an ax
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Let us know you’re here! || Discussion Questions || Read Transcript || Ask a Question
For Kids: Crosscreek Website
#SalemOregon #local Giveaways: Love, Love Teriyaki || Enter to win: Oregon Axe Company: https://youtu.be/yL58JlPnzNA (follow our Social Media channels for deets)
▶ Pray it Forward- August #forSalem Opportunity
▶ Suggested Bible Readings:
Philippians 2:3-8 every day; Hebrews 11 for the “hall of faith.”
▶ Additional Resources / Books on this topic:
The Next Right Thing, Emily P. Freeman
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
birds singing outside
Never Lost, Elevation Worship ft. Tauryn Wells
Nothing Bad Ever Happens to Me, Oingo Boingo
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- When faced with an unknown situation how do you USUALLY tend to react: fight it, do nothing, lovingly act? Why? How do you know what approach to take to a situation and when?
- Read Phil 2:3-8. What here do you think most relates to “trusting God and lovingly acting”?
- What questions/issues/responses do you have to this week’s message? How can your group pray for you?
SHOW NOTES
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Welcome to 24, with Aaron & Monica
2:30 “You’re Invited,” with Jon
30:50 Next week!!!
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Let us know you’re here! || Discussion Questions || Read Transcript || Ask a Question
For Kids: Crosscreek Website
#SalemOregon #local Giveaways: Oregon Axe Company || Enter to win: Tsunami Taproom (follow our Social Media channels for deets)
Suggested Bible Readings:
Philippians 2:1-11
Additional Resources / Books on this topic:
The Ministry of Ordinary Places: Waking Up to God’s Goodness Around You, Shannan Martin
Simple Church, Rainer & Geiger
Music we listened to making this episode:
SWITCHFOOT- Native Tongue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3k6BLu_q4k
Tauryn Wells- Known: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xckDgX8xNfg
Dean Martin- Ain’t That a Kick in the Head: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7jgZTDLeIs
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- Share an analogy of what the unknown is like for you right now.
- Read Luke 9:23-24. What do you think Jesus is saying here? How could you apply this to what you are experiencing right now?
- What would it look like for you to be a “blessing person” this week? How can your group pray for you in this?

But the same things people reject about church… Jesus also rejected. Many of the things we think and feel about “church” were never part of following Jesus in the first place. Is following Jesus just another religion or is it something better? Is there something more? What’s the difference?
Show Notes
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Let’s take a drive…
3:30 “Jesus v. Religion: Conform” with Jon
24:00 Parking lot announcements
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RELATED RESOURCES
Let us know you’re here! || Join a Connect Group || Read Transcript
For Kids: Crosscreek Website
Giveaways: Honey & Pine Coffee Co. || Enter to win: Salem Ale Works (follow our Social Media channels for deets)
Music we listened to making this episode:
Bobby Darin- Beyond the Sea
Bethel Music- Raise a Hallelujah
Jimmy Eat World- My Best Theory
Book recommendation: Ragamuffin Gospel, Brennan Manning
Bible Readings:
John 21
Listen to Luke’s Gospel on Spotify
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Show Notes
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Welcome
2:45 Jon
28:45 Announcements & Chip Thief
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RELATED RESOURCES
Let us know you’re here! || Join a Connect Group || Read Transcript || Ask a Question
For Kids: Crosscreek Website
Giveaways: Salem Ale Works || Enter to win: Agape Custom Shop (follow our Social Media channels for deets)
Music we listened to making this episode:
The Vines- Get Free
Hillsong Young & Free, Best Friends
Franz Liszt- Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2
Book recommendation: Ragamuffin Gospel, Brennan Manning
Video recommendation: The Chosen (a highly recommended and non-cheesy Jesus series)
Bible Readings:
Ephesians 2:1-10
Psalm 103
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Show Notes
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Rules-shmules
1:00 Welcome & Giveaway
4:00 A walk with Mr. Silva
9:30 “People vs. Rules,” Jon
25:30 Announcements
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SHOW NOTES:
▶ Notes & Questions: https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/media/2020-07-12_cg.pdf
▶ Transcript: https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/media/2020-07-12.pdf
▶ Suggested Bible Readings:
Romans 8:1-4: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans%208:1-4&version=NLT
▶ Additional Resources / Books on this topic:
Ragamuffin Gospel, Brennan Manning: https://www.powells.com/book/-9781576737163
The Chosen (a highly recommended and non-cheesy Jesus series): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXOFnNTULFaAnj24PAeblg
▶ #SalemOregon #local Giveaways (Happening on Social Media later this week)
– Enter to win this week on Social Media: King’s Kitchen in Fork Forty Food Hall https://www.facebook.com/Kings.Kitchen.Food.Cart
– This week’s winner: Agape Custom Shop https://www.agapecustomshop.com/
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
My Shot- Lin-Manuel Miranda: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ic7NqP_YGlg
Highs & Lows- Hillsong Young & Free: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ESO6SHEwGk
All My Life- Foo Fighters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQ04WbgI9rg
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Show Notes
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Welcome & giveaway winner!
2:00 “Forgiveness vs. Rejection,” with Jon
24:30 Don’t Give Up On Me, with the band (Andy Grammer cover)
28:00 Bye bye
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SHOW NOTES:
▶ Notes & Questions: https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/media/2020-07-19_cg.pdf
▶ Transcript: https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/media/2020-07-19.pdf
▶ Suggested Bible Readings:
Matthew 18:21-35
Luke 15 Challenge – read once a day for a week and look for God’s heart for you.
▶ Additional Resources / Books on this topic:
Ragamuffin Gospel, Brennan Manning: https://www.powells.com/book/-9781576737163
The Chosen (a highly recommended and non-cheesy Jesus series): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBXOFnNTULFaAnj24PAeblg
▶ #SalemOregon #local Giveaways (Happening on Social Media later this week)
– Enter to win this week on Social Media: Azul’s Taco House https://www.facebook.com/azulstacohouse/
– This week’s winner: Meghan! @misswhimsy_ ! King’s Kitchen in Fork Forty Food Hall https://www.facebook.com/Kings.Kitchen.Food.Cart
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
How Far I’ll Go- Auli’i Cravalho: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i66p0_wZ9F0
Wait for It – Leslie Odom Jr (Hamilton Soundtrack) https://youtu.be/ulsLI029rH0
Selah- Kanye West: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CNPg2IQoC0
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Show Notes
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Welcome & Giveaway, with Monica & Aaron
2:45 Full vs. Empty, with Jon
27:00 Reminders & Questions
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https://bit.ly/yourcrosscreek
Let us know you’re here! || Discussion Questions || Read Transcript
For Kids: Crosscreek Website
#SalemOregon #local Giveaways: Azul’s Taco House || Enter to win: Brotherhood Coffee (follow our Social Media channels for deets)
Suggested Bible Readings:
Matthew 5:17-20
Hebrews 8
Additional Resources / Books on this topic:
Ragamuffin Gospel, Brennan Manning
The Chosen (a highly recommended and non-cheesy Jesus series)
Music we listened to making this episode:
Lindsey Stirling: The Arena
Cory Asbury: Reckless Love
Sponge: Plowed
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“A Better Way” Series
Politics and the Kingdom
Our society is so polarized it’s turning into chaos. As Jesus-Followers we can choose to be part of the solution or add to the problem. Paul gives us a road map to not just get through times like this but actually/actively make things better. Christians role during a time like this is to show there is another way. A better way. The way of God’s Kingdom of love
Show Notes
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Wade in the Water
1:30 Welcome
5:30 “Step One: A Better Way to Think” with Jon
33:00 Giveaway & Announcements
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RELATED RESOURCES
- Let us know you’re here!
- Join a Connect Group
- Read Transcript
- Read Jesus’ Words Challenge Download: PDF / Cell Phone Screen
- For Kids Crosscreek Website
- Giveaways:
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- Ace Hardware (South Salem)
- Enter to win: Uncle Troy’s BBQ
- Music we enjoyed this week:
- Book Recommendation:
- Other Resources:
- Donate to Crosscreek & keep a good thing goin’
Find out more about Crosscreek Community Church, Salem, Oregon.
This episode was recorded on June 3 & 4, 2020.
Show Notes
0:00 Welcome
2:00 ‘Ask Ace’ Game
8:00 A Better Way to Love, Jon Silva
34:00 Giveaway & Announcements
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RELATED RESOURCES
Let us know you’re here! || Join a Connect Group || Read Transcript
For Kids: Crosscreek Website
Giveaways: Uncle Troy’s BBQ || Enter to win: Truffle Shuffle Salem
Music we listened to making this episode:
Nada Surf: Popular || Andy Grammer: Don’t Give Up On Me || House Sessions 6
Book recommendations: Four Loves, C.S. Lewis
Other Resources:
Word Study: Agape (“Love”), The Bible Project || Romans 12 link to read || Fun Questions to Practice Listening (some used for Ask Ace segment)
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This episode was recorded on June 10 & 11, 2020. Part 2 of our “A Better Way” series.
Show Notes
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Welcome
4:30 “A Better Way to Win,” Jon
28:30 Giveaway & Announcements
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Let us know you’re here, and get a welcome e-gift card! https://bit.ly/wlcmccc
RELATED RESOURCES
Let us know you’re here! || Join a Connect Group || Read Transcript
For Kids: Crosscreek Website
Giveaways: Truffle Shuffle Salem || Enter to win: Honey & Pine Coffee Co.
Ask a Question
See Previous Qs Answered (Series)
I Choose Love Social Media / Phone:
Music we listened to making this episode:
Yellowcard- Way Away
See a Victory- Elevation Worship
Tori Amos- Smells Like Teen Spirit
Book recommendations: Four Loves, C.S. Lewis
Donate to Crosscreek & keep a good thing goin’: https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/donate
This episode was recorded on June 17 & 18, 2020. Part 3 of our “A Better Way” series.

“Where do we go from here?” Series
A REACTION TO COVID-19
What do we want things to be like when we come out of this? We want things to be better. In light of the freedom Jesus brings what can we be after this? (April, May & June 2020)
SHOW NOTES
In this series, Where do we go from here?, we will be exploring this idea and the areas we can start changing for the better right now.
In part 1, we talk about the big picture of our relationship with God, why the old way of religion sucks, and how Jesus’ new way makes things so much better.
RELATED RESOURCES
- Let us know you’re here!
- Facebook Connect Group
- Transcript / Fill-ins & Qs
- Interview this week (Community Chats) w/ Courtney & Amber, coming Monday
- Bible verses referred to in this episode
- Book Suggestion: Irresistible by Andy Stanley
- Music our staff was listening to while creating this episode-
- Apps for Reading the Bible:
- Dwell App (free for 60 days)
- YouVersion App
- Giveaways:
- On Any Sundae (Last week’s)
- THIS WEEK: Star Shirt – Causewagon
- Other Books referred to:
Problem of God \ Reason for God \ Can we Trust the Gospels - Donate to Crosscreek & keep a good thing goin’
Find out more about Crosscreek Community Church, Salem, Oregon.
This episode was recorded on April 16 & 17, 2020.
Show Notes
“Where do we go from here?” (Part 2)
- Let us know you’re here!
- Facebook Connect Group
- “What does love look like?” video: coming Monday!
- “Exploring Faith as a Skeptic” Bible Reading Plan
- Play Password at home
- Giveaways:
- Acme Cafe
- Star Shirt – Causewagon (Last week’s)
- A few articles to go along with this topic:
- Music our staff was listening to while creating this episode:
- Book Recommendations:
Problem of God \\ Reason for God \\ Can we Trust the Gospels \\ Irresistible - Donate to Crosscreek & keep a good thing goin’
This episode was recorded on April 23 & 24th, 2020.
Show Notes
- Let us know you’re here!
- Facebook Connect Group
- Play Whisper Challenge at home
- Articles:
- Bible Reading Plan: 7 secrets to an awesome marriage; Ephesians 5:21-33
- Giveaways:
- NorthFresh Sushi (this week)
- Acme Cafe
- Music our staff was listening to while creating this episode:
- Book Recommendations: Love & Respect (premarital/marriage book)
Previous Rec’s:
Problem of God \\ Reason for God \\ Can we Trust the Gospels \\ Irresistible - Donate to Crosscreek & keep a good thing goin’
This episode was recorded on April 29 & 30th, 2020.
Show Notes
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Welcome (Special Hosts: Andrew & Jonny)
2:30 Advice from the Pros: “Kid Chats”
8:00 Jon – “Family Drama”
33:00 Giveaway winner & announcements
RELATED RESOURCES
- Facebook Connect Group
- Helpful Resource: Quarantine Parenting Tips- Connexus Church
- Bible Reading Plan: Six Characteristics Of A Strong Family
- Bonus Content: Check out our Kids’ House Session
- Giveaways:
- Peace City Soaps (this week)
- Ep 7: NorthFresh Sushi
- Ep 6: ACME Cafe
- Ep 5: Salem Star shirt (Causewagon)
- Ep 4: On Any Sundae
- Ep 3: Agape Custom Shop
- Ep 2: Noble Wave
- Ep 1: Odd Moe’s Pizza
- Music our staff was listening to while creating this episode:
- Book Recommendation:
When Work and Family Collide: Keeping Your Job From Cheating Your Family, Andy Stanley
Previous Recommendations: Love & Respect (premarital/marriage book)
Problem of God \\ Reason for God \\ Can we Trust the Gospels \\ Irresistible - Donate to Crosscreek & keep a good thing goin’
“Where do we go from here?” Family Drama, Part 4 was recorded on May 6 & 7, 2020.
Show Notes
“Where do we go from here?” Overactive Calendars, Part 5
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Welcome
2:30 Then & Now
8:00 Jon – “Overactive Calendars”
33:00 Giveaway winner & announcements
RELATED RESOURCES
- Let us know you’re here!
- Facebook Connect Group
- Further Reading:
- Bible Reading:
- Another Helpful Resource
- Giveaways:
- Music our staff was listening to while creating this episode:
- Book Recommendation:
- Previous Recommendations: Love & Respect (premarital/marriage book)
Problem of God \\ Reason for God \\ Can we Trust the Gospels - Donate to Crosscreek & keep a good thing goin’
Find out more about Crosscreek Community Church, Salem, Oregon.
This episode was recorded on May 13 & 14, 2020.
SHOW NOTES
SHOW NOTES:
- Let us know you’re here!
- Facebook Connect Group
- Apps for Reading the Bible:
- Dwell App (free for 60 days)
- YouVersion App
- Bible verses referred to in this episode
- Articles for more reading:
- The Guys Who Saved Easter by Andy Stanley
- 7 Ways to Celebrate Easter during Quarantine
- Local Businesses we’ve involved so far:
- Agape Custom Shop (Giveaway Sponsor)
- On Any Sundae (This week’s Giveaway)
- Noble Wave
- Star Shirt – Causewagon
- Books referred to:
Problem of God \\ Reason for God \\ Can we Trust the Gospels - Donate to Crosscreek & keep a good thing goin’
Show Notes
Episode Breakdown:
0:00 Found / Tonight cover by Ryan & Allie
3:00 Welcome
5:00 Getting to Know Your Socially Distant Neighbor
13:30 “Why Church?” w/ Jon
35:00 Giveaway & Announcements
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to this podcast or the YouTube channel 🙂 https://bit.ly/yourcrosscreek
💬 Let us know you’re here, and get a welcome e-gift card! https://bit.ly/wlcmccc
RELATED RESOURCES
- Let us know you’re here!
- Join a Connect Group
- For Kids Crosscreek Website
- Giveaways:
- Music we enjoyed this week:
- Book Recommendation:
- Other Fun Stuff:
- Donate to Crosscreek & keep a good thing goin’
Find out more about Crosscreek Community Church, Salem, Oregon.
This episode was recorded on May 27 & 28, 2020.
TOGETHER #FORSALEM
How can we be Together when we’re quarantined and isolated? What can we do to be FOR our neighbor when we can’t be near? How do we love best in an unprecedented time like this? (March & April, 2020)
SHOW NOTES
SHOW NOTES
Recorded on March 19, 2020.
SHOW NOTES
SHOW NOTES
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Apps for Reading the Bible: Dwell or YouVersion
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Extra Readings on Humility: Luke 14:1-35 or Phil 2:1-18
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Andy Stanley: https://andystanley.com/
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Extra Article: How to live together under lockdown
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Challenge: Ask someone you’re cooped up with how you can be FOR them right now.
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Donate to Crosscreek & keep a good thing goin’
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Together #forSalem Facebook Group
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Newlywed Game for Fun
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Group Video Instructions: Zoom Basics | Alternatives | FB Messenger Videochat
Recorded on March 25 & 26, 2020.
SHOW NOTES
SHOW NOTES
- Get to Know Your Socially Distant Neighbor: Would you Rather Game &10 alternatives to Zoom
- Taking Care of Your Emotional Health (CDC Article)
- Finding help with Anxiety/Depression
- Books referred to:
Problem of God \\ Reason for God \\ Can we Trust the Gospels - Further Bible Reading on this topic: Psalm 23, John 16:33, Romans 8:35-39
- Apps for Reading the Bible:
- Agape Custom Shop (Giveaway Sponsor)
- Salem Star shirt: Causewagon
- Donate to Crosscreek & keep a good thing goin’
Recorded on April 1 & 2, 2020.
SHOW NOTES
SHOW NOTES:
- Let us know you’re here!
- Facebook Connect Group
- Apps for Reading the Bible:
- Dwell App (free for 60 days)
- YouVersion App
- Bible verses referred to in this episode
- Articles for more reading:
- The Guys Who Saved Easter by Andy Stanley
- 7 Ways to Celebrate Easter during Quarantine
- Local Businesses we’ve involved so far:
- Agape Custom Shop (Giveaway Sponsor)
- On Any Sundae (This week’s Giveaway)
- Noble Wave
- Star Shirt – Causewagon
- Books referred to:
Problem of God \\ Reason for God \\ Can we Trust the Gospels - Donate to Crosscreek & keep a good thing goin’
Recorded on April 8 & 9, 2020 for Easter Weekend.
stayING connected
Staying connected is important. We are having outdoor parties twice a month on 2nd and 4th Sundays, and Connect Groups meet weekly. Check out our online content for encouragement & hope.