60 http://podcast.crossroadsnazarene.org en CrossRoads Nazarene Church CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ PodCasts of the weekly sermon recorded in the sanctuary of CrossRoads Nazarene Church located at the NorthEast corner of Ray Road and The Price Freeway (101) in Chandler Arizona. Come Join us each Sunday Morning at 9:00 and 10:30 A.M. as we worship our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. PodCasts of the weekly sermon recorded in the sanctuary of CrossRoads Nazarene Church located at the NorthEast corner of Ray Road and The Price Freeway (101) in Chandler Arizona. Come Join us each Sunday Morning at 9:00 and 10:30 A.M. as we worship our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ conconco@cox.net no CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ Communication is one of the keys to healthy relationships both within and outside of the family. Whether verbal or non-verbal, words hold great power that can expand the potential of others or limit them in ways that scar - whether we always intend them too or not. The Bible says that the tongue wields amazing power. The writer of Proverbs says the tongue has the power of life and death. And James warns that being careless with our words does significant damage to the very people for whom Jesus gave His life. Jesus said that the reality is that what comes out of our mouths is an indication of what’s really going on inside of our hearts. We need the same God who can forgive us for the misuse of our lips to cleanse our hearts and fill them continually with his grace and his mercy—so that with our tongues we can bless and honor Him and we can speak words that bless and build up others. no no Communication is one of the keys to healthy relationships both within and outside of the family. Whether verbal or non-verbal, words hold great power that can expand the potential of others or limit them in ways that scar - whether we always intend them too or not. The Bible says that the tongue wields amazing power. The writer of Proverbs says the tongue has the power of life and death. And James warns that being careless with our words does significant damage to the very people for whom Jesus gave His life. Jesus said that the reality is that what comes out of our mouths is an indication of what's really going on inside of our hearts. We need the same God who can forgive us for the misuse of our lips to cleanse our hearts and fill them continually with his grace and his mercy—so that with our tongues we can bless and honor Him and we can speak words that bless and build up others. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/050408sermon.mp3 Mon, 05 May 2008 00:08:38 GMT 00:47:28 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 04/27/2008 - Wendy Melchoir - Wendy sheds personal insight on brokeness. no no 04/27/2008 - Wendy Melchoir - Wendy sheds personal insight on brokeness. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/042708sermon.mp3 Mon, 28 Apr 2008 02:32:26 GMT 00:49:36 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 04/20/2008 - Pastor Dan Spaite - Today we continue our teaching series on building strong families. Whether you have children...or hope to someday...the issue of being the kind of person who can pass the faith on is incredibly important. The spirit of the age is surrounding our children with an ever-increasing set of "options" of how to live their lives and how to prioritize their beliefs and interests. Almost every Christian parent would agree that the spiritual training of their children is the highest priority in their life. However, there are barriers to this happening. Many of us are simply too busy or too distracted or too interested in our own pursuits to pass on the faith. But, passing on our faith doesn’t happen without intentionality. In this message, Dr. Dan gives four biblical keys to passing on the faith. no no 04/20/2008 - Pastor Dan Spaite - Today we continue our teaching series on building strong families. Whether you have children...or hope to someday...the issue of being the kind of person who can pass the faith on is incredibly important. The spirit of the age is surrounding our children with an ever-increasing set of "options" of how to live their lives and how to prioritize their beliefs and interests. Almost every Christian parent would agree that the spiritual training of their children is the highest priority in their life. However, there are barriers to this happening. Many of us are simply too busy or too distracted or too interested in our own pursuits to pass on the faith. But, passing on our faith doesn't happen without intentionality. In this message, Dr. Dan gives four biblical keys to passing on the faith. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/042008sermon.mp3 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 22:35:00 GMT 00:53:07 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 04/13/2008 - Dave Sharpes - Today we continue our teaching series on building strong families. When it comes to understanding our uniqueness in Christ, our basic personality is key in how we relate to God and live in authentic community. Another important aspect of that understanding has to do with our family of origin. Family systems, while quite complex, have so much to do with how we learn to live and relate to others in our world. In the story of a young man named Joseph, the Book of Genesis reveals how God worked through a traumatic family system to accomplish His purposes in Joseph and, through him, to impact the lives of many others. no no 04/13/2008 - Dave Sharpes - Today we continue our teaching series on building strong families. When it comes to understanding our uniqueness in Christ, our basic personality is key in how we relate to God and live in authentic community. Another important aspect of that understanding has to do with our family of origin. Family systems, while quite complex, have so much to do with how we learn to live and relate to others in our world. In the story of a young man named Joseph, the Book of Genesis reveals how God worked through a traumatic family system to accomplish His purposes in Joseph and, through him, to impact the lives of many others. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/041308sermon.mp3 Mon, 14 Apr 2008 03:28:42 GMT 00:56:02 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 04/06/2008 - Pastor Curt Gentry - Today we continue our teaching series on building strong families, dealing with questions such as: How can I live in wholeness when I grew up in brokenness? What can we do to help pass the faith on to our children? The topic today is regarding how to blend differences into close-knit relationships. no no 04/06/2008 - Pastor Curt Gentry - Today we continue our teaching series on building strong families, dealing with questions such as: How can I live in wholeness when I grew up in brokenness? What can we do to help pass the faith on to our children? The topic today is regarding how to blend differences into close-knit relationships. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/040608sermon.mp3 Sun, 06 Apr 2008 22:38:35 GMT 00:51:29 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 03/30/2008 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - Today we begin an 8-week teaching series on building strong families, dealing with questions such as: How can I live in wholeness when I grew up in brokenness? How can we blend differences into close-knit relationships? What can we do to help pass the faith on to our children? The topic today is regarding our unique personalities. God created us all to fulfill His purposes in this world. As we begin our "Strong Families" series, we begin by understanding that a key to healthy spiritual lives and authentic loving relationships is to embrace our uniqueness in Christ . Today the message unpacks some directions in our spiritiual lives that pinpoint the fact that spirituality is not a "one size fits all" deal. Our individual uniqueness means we will all experience God's presence and learn to relate to Him in different ways. no no 03/30/2008 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - Today we begin an 8-week teaching series on building strong families, dealing with questions such as: How can I live in wholeness when I grew up in brokenness? How can we blend differences into close-knit relationships? What can we do to help pass the faith on to our children? The topic today is regarding our unique personalities. God created us all to fulfill His purposes in this world. As we begin our "Strong Families" series, we begin by understanding that a key to healthy spiritual lives and authentic loving relationships is to embrace our uniqueness in Christ . Today the message unpacks some directions in our spiritiual lives that pinpoint the fact that spirituality is not a "one size fits all" deal. Our individual uniqueness means we will all experience God's presence and learn to relate to Him in different ways. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/033008sermon.mp3 Sun, 30 Mar 2008 22:42:46 GMT 00:42:09 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ no no http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/032308sermon.mp3 Sun, 23 Mar 2008 19:27:33 GMT 00:41:06 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 03/16/2008 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God. Confession is not trying harder, but by definition is “agreeing with God about our lives.” That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance. It means that more than a New Year’s resolution (grounded in our own determination, drive, and discipline) we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley.” no no 03/16/2008 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God. Confession is not trying harder, but by definition is “agreeing with God about our lives.” That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance. It means that more than a New Year's resolution (grounded in our own determination, drive, and discipline) we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley.” http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/031608sermon.mp3 Mon, 17 Mar 2008 13:02:10 GMT 00:48:45 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 03/09/2008 - Today Dr. Dan and Pastor Curt address a couple of questions that have come out of our Confessions Series: Question #1: “Holiness - What's the Big Deal?" Question #2: "What Are We Going to Do?” no no 03/09/2008 - Today Dr. Dan and Pastor Curt address a couple of questions that have come out of our Confessions Series: Question #1: “Holiness - What's the Big Deal?" Question #2: "What Are We Going to Do?” http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/030908sermon.mp3 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 20:36:04 GMT 00:00:00 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 03/02/2008 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - In the Christian life we have a purpose, and we are either moving toward it or drifting (often subtly) from it. The purpose is called “wholeness” – the journey toward restoration of our lives in greater and greater ways to God’s image. It is the work of the Holy Spirit to transform us into His image. It is our part to clear from our lives in confession and humility, anything that could hinder His work in this restoration process. no no 03/02/2008 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - In the Christian life we have a purpose, and we are either moving toward it or drifting (often subtly) from it. The purpose is called “wholeness” – the journey toward restoration of our lives in greater and greater ways to God's image. It is the work of the Holy Spirit to transform us into His image. It is our part to clear from our lives in confession and humility, anything that could hinder His work in this restoration process. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/030208sermon.mp3 Sun, 02 Mar 2008 22:58:13 GMT 00:49:41 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 2008/02/24 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - This message is a message of challenge and hope and is rooted in the heart of the teachings of Jesus as read in the Sermon on the Mount. Is what we profess as Christians, truly being lived out and bringing to our world the manifestations of the Kingdom for which Jesus prayed? I confess that it often appears that our understanding of God’s Kingdom is less founded upon Jesus and His teachings, and more often on the agenda and ideals of one particular political party or a narrow list of platform issues. As evangelical Christians our social heritage is much broader (and deeper) and has clear ties to the moral conviction of living out our faith through caring for all of God’s creation. Radical concepts like revival and social reformation are a part of what it means to be evangelical Christians. Those who lived out a personal relationship with Jesus Christ became abolitionists, anti-slavery voices, leaders in women’s suffrage, and defenders of child labor laws. To have a personal relationship with Christ was not a moment of decision, but an invitation into a life of bringing the Kingdom of God to our world. Have we lost our way? no no 2008/02/24 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - This message is a message of challenge and hope and is rooted in the heart of the teachings of Jesus as read in the Sermon on the Mount. Is what we profess as Christians, truly being lived out and bringing to our world the manifestations of the Kingdom for which Jesus prayed? I confess that it often appears that our understanding of God's Kingdom is less founded upon Jesus and His teachings, and more often on the agenda and ideals of one particular political party or a narrow list of platform issues. As evangelical Christians our social heritage is much broader (and deeper) and has clear ties to the moral conviction of living out our faith through caring for all of God's creation. Radical concepts like revival and social reformation are a part of what it means to be evangelical Christians. Those who lived out a personal relationship with Jesus Christ became abolitionists, anti-slavery voices, leaders in women's suffrage, and defenders of child labor laws. To have a personal relationship with Christ was not a moment of decision, but an invitation into a life of bringing the Kingdom of God to our world. Have we lost our way? http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/022408sermon.mp3 Sun, 24 Feb 2008 23:12:18 GMT 00:40:05 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 02/17/2008 - Dave Sharpes -Today, Pastor Dave continues our teaching series on CONFESSIONS by sharing with us what the New Testament has to say about generosity. The big question is, "What if we, as the church, were to actually spend more on others than ourselves?" How would the world be different? no no 02/17/2008 - Dave Sharpes -Today, Pastor Dave continues our teaching series on CONFESSIONS by sharing with us what the New Testament has to say about generosity. The big question is, "What if we, as the church, were to actually spend more on others than ourselves?" How would the world be different? http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/021708sermon.mp3 Sun, 17 Feb 2008 23:59:54 GMT 00:34:54 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 02/10/2008 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - For nearly 2,000 years, the Body of Christ, called the Church, has gathered together on a regular basis. These gatherings have ranged from small to large, covert to overt, solemn to celebrative. Throughout church history, these gatherings have taken on a variety of forms, styles and traditions. In recent days, especially in the North American churches, there continues to be significant discussion about whether the primary role of these gatherings is for attracting unbelievers, or for the purpose of allowing believers to assemble and celebrate there life in Christ. In addition, the Church has frequently made the gathering times synonymous with our worship of God. no no 02/10/2008 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - For nearly 2,000 years, the Body of Christ, called the Church, has gathered together on a regular basis. These gatherings have ranged from small to large, covert to overt, solemn to celebrative. Throughout church history, these gatherings have taken on a variety of forms, styles and traditions. In recent days, especially in the North American churches, there continues to be significant discussion about whether the primary role of these gatherings is for attracting unbelievers, or for the purpose of allowing believers to assemble and celebrate there life in Christ. In addition, the Church has frequently made the gathering times synonymous with our worship of God. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/021008sermon.mp3 Mon, 11 Feb 2008 14:11:19 GMT 01:06:21 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 02/03/2008 - Pastors Curt Gentry and Dan Spaite - In January we began our new series on Confessions. The past 3 Sundays we have listened to teachings on community, truth and evangelism. As we did with the Core Values series in the Fall, we have made question cards available for those who are attending our gatherings to submit questions they may have in regards to the teaching they are hearing. Today Dr. Dan and Pastor Curt respond to a couple of those questions no no 02/03/2008 - Pastors Curt Gentry and Dan Spaite - In January we began our new series on Confessions. The past 3 Sundays we have listened to teachings on community, truth and evangelism. As we did with the Core Values series in the Fall, we have made question cards available for those who are attending our gatherings to submit questions they may have in regards to the teaching they are hearing. Today Dr. Dan and Pastor Curt respond to a couple of those questions http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/020308sermon.mp3 Sun, 03 Feb 2008 21:32:14 GMT 00:59:59 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 01/27/2008 - Pastor Curt Gentry no no 01/27/2008 - Pastor Curt Gentry http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/012708sermon.mp3 Sun, 27 Jan 2008 21:23:40 GMT 00:52:08 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 01/20/2008 - Today, Dr. Dan Spaite affirms that the Word of God is the source of truth. He also cautions that those who have a high view of the Word must beware of a tendency to equate THE TRUTH with THEIR INTERPRETATION of the truth. This may then subtly lead to having your own CORNER ON THE TRUTH. no no 01/20/2008 - Today, Dr. Dan Spaite affirms that the Word of God is the source of truth. He also cautions that those who have a high view of the Word must beware of a tendency to equate THE TRUTH with THEIR INTERPRETATION of the truth. This may then subtly lead to having your own CORNER ON THE TRUTH. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/012008sermon.mp3 Sun, 20 Jan 2008 22:15:52 GMT 00:52:13 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 01/13/2008 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - Today Pastor Dave discusses the importance of living in authentic community with one another and confesses that the church, at large, has not done a very good job of nurturing these types of relationships. The church, or the body of Christ, should be the safest place on earth, but unfortunately, too often it is a place where people are found to be critical, judgemental and even unloving. no no 01/13/2008 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - Today Pastor Dave discusses the importance of living in authentic community with one another and confesses that the church, at large, has not done a very good job of nurturing these types of relationships. The church, or the body of Christ, should be the safest place on earth, but unfortunately, too often it is a place where people are found to be critical, judgemental and even unloving. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/011308sermon.mp3 Sun, 13 Jan 2008 22:30:05 GMT 00:39:44 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 01/06/2008- Pastor Dave Sharpes begins a new series today. He helps us understand the importance of confessions in the life of the believer and also how that applies to the life of the church. Are there things that God might be asking us to look at differently? Could God be calling us to move out of our comfort zone? no no 01/06/2008- Pastor Dave Sharpes begins a new series today. He helps us understand the importance of confessions in the life of the believer and also how that applies to the life of the church. Are there things that God might be asking us to look at differently? Could God be calling us to move out of our comfort zone? http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/010608sermon.mp3 Sun, 06 Jan 2008 23:42:56 GMT 00:56:27 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 12/30/2007 - Lonnie Bullock - speaks to the church regarding being ready to respond to God’s call to change the status quo – to look beyond current reality and see the possibilities of an incredible tomorrow. no no 12/30/2007 - Lonnie Bullock - speaks to the church regarding being ready to respond to God's call to change the status quo – to look beyond current reality and see the possibilities of an incredible tomorrow. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/123007sermon.mp3 Sun, 30 Dec 2007 20:02:45 GMT 00:41:40 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 12/24/2007 - Pastor Dan Spaite - During this season of Advent, we are looking at the coming of Christ into our world through the perspective of some eyewitnesses to that very first Christmas. The message of the day is "a strange way to save the world?" In a world where nothing is what it seems, you’ve got to look beyond. no no 12/24/2007 - Pastor Dan Spaite - During this season of Advent, we are looking at the coming of Christ into our world through the perspective of some eyewitnesses to that very first Christmas. The message of the day is "a strange way to save the world?" In a world where nothing is what it seems, you've got to look beyond. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/122407sermon.mp3 Wed, 26 Dec 2007 01:37:22 GMT 00:31:01 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 12/23/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - During this season of Advent, we are looking at the coming of Christ into our world through the perspective of some eyewitnesses to that very first Christmas. Today’s look is from Mary . no no 12/23/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - During this season of Advent, we are looking at the coming of Christ into our world through the perspective of some eyewitnesses to that very first Christmas. Today's look is from Mary . http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/122307sermon.mp3 Sun, 23 Dec 2007 19:50:30 GMT 00:36:31 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 12/16/2007 - Pastor Curt Gentry - During this season of Advent, we are looking at the coming of Christ into our world through the perspective of some eyewitnesses to that very first Christmas. Today’s look is from the angel, Gabriel, proclaiming the good news of the savior's birth. The message Gabriel proclaimed was very clear. The question of the day, however, is "what does your life proclaim?" In a world where nothing is what it seems, you’ve got to look beyond. no no 12/16/2007 - Pastor Curt Gentry - During this season of Advent, we are looking at the coming of Christ into our world through the perspective of some eyewitnesses to that very first Christmas. Today's look is from the angel, Gabriel, proclaiming the good news of the savior's birth. The message Gabriel proclaimed was very clear. The question of the day, however, is "what does your life proclaim?" In a world where nothing is what it seems, you've got to look beyond. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/121607sermon.mp3 Sun, 16 Dec 2007 21:17:43 GMT 00:49:32 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 12/02/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - During this season of Advent, we are looking at the coming of Christ into our world through the perspective of some eyewitnesses to that very first Christmas. Today’s look is through the eyes and experiences of King Herod. In a world where nothing is what it seems, you’ve got to look beyond. no no 12/02/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - During this season of Advent, we are looking at the coming of Christ into our world through the perspective of some eyewitnesses to that very first Christmas. Today's look is through the eyes and experiences of King Herod. In a world where nothing is what it seems, you've got to look beyond. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/120207sermon.mp3 Mon, 03 Dec 2007 00:45:55 GMT 00:50:13 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 11/25/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - This Sunday marks the beginning of the Christmas season for us here at CrossRoads. Over the next five Sundays and in our Christmas Eve Service we will be looking at this wonderful event through the perspective of some eyewitnesses to that very first Christmas. Today’s look is through the eyes and experiences of Elizabeth and Zechariah. In a world where nothing is what it seems, you’ve got to look beyond. no no 11/25/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - This Sunday marks the beginning of the Christmas season for us here at CrossRoads. Over the next five Sundays and in our Christmas Eve Service we will be looking at this wonderful event through the perspective of some eyewitnesses to that very first Christmas. Today's look is through the eyes and experiences of Elizabeth and Zechariah. In a world where nothing is what it seems, you've got to look beyond. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/112507sermon.mp3 Sun, 25 Nov 2007 22:35:09 GMT 00:48:17 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 11/18/2007 - Dr Samuel Doctorian -Today we are re-visiting our partnership with Armenia. We have the privilege of welcoming Dr. Samuel Doctorian as our guest speaker. Dr. Doctorian is Armenian by descent, but was born in the city of Beirut in 1930. When he was six years old, his parents moved to JErusalem, where they lived iuntil the war in 1948. At the age of nine, standing at the place where Christ died, Samuel became a committed Christian, resolving that his whole life would be lived for Christ. At the age of sixteen, the Lord called Samuel into ministry. A year later he began his theological study at Hurlet Nazarene College near Glasgow, Scotland. HE graduated and was ordained in 1951. Later that year he returned to the Middle EAst and began his ministry in Jerusalem, and then in Amman, Jordan. He married Naomi Pashgian in April of 1952. Samuel and Naomi have five children and four grandchildren. In October of 1952, Dr. Doctorian was called to start evangelistic work throughout the Middle East, living by faith as he was not sponsored by any denomination. In 1959 he founded Bible Land Mission, in which he still serves as PResident. The Lord has continued to use him in many countries all over the Middle East, Europe, North and South America and other parts of the world to bring revival. He has led people of all walks of life to theLord, from refugees to royalty. Dr. Doctorian now resides in California, but continues to spread the Gospel over the Bible Lands and worldwide. no no 11/18/2007 - Dr Samuel Doctorian -Today we are re-visiting our partnership with Armenia. We have the privilege of welcoming Dr. Samuel Doctorian as our guest speaker. Dr. Doctorian is Armenian by descent, but was born in the city of Beirut in 1930. When he was six years old, his parents moved to JErusalem, where they lived iuntil the war in 1948. At the age of nine, standing at the place where Christ died, Samuel became a committed Christian, resolving that his whole life would be lived for Christ. At the age of sixteen, the Lord called Samuel into ministry. A year later he began his theological study at Hurlet Nazarene College near Glasgow, Scotland. HE graduated and was ordained in 1951. Later that year he returned to the Middle EAst and began his ministry in Jerusalem, and then in Amman, Jordan. He married Naomi Pashgian in April of 1952. Samuel and Naomi have five children and four grandchildren. In October of 1952, Dr. Doctorian was called to start evangelistic work throughout the Middle East, living by faith as he was not sponsored by any denomination. In 1959 he founded Bible Land Mission, in which he still serves as PResident. The Lord has continued to use him in many countries all over the Middle East, Europe, North and South America and other parts of the world to bring revival. He has led people of all walks of life to theLord, from refugees to royalty. Dr. Doctorian now resides in California, but continues to spread the Gospel over the Bible Lands and worldwide. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/111807sermon1.mp3 Sun, 18 Nov 2007 22:11:35 GMT 00:57:00 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 11/18/2007 - Dr Samuel Doctorian - Today we are re-visiting our partnership with Armenia. We have the privilege of welcoming Dr. Samuel Doctorian as our guest speaker. Dr. Doctorian is Armenian by descent, but was born in the city of Beirut in 1930. When he was six years old, his parents moved to JErusalem, where they lived iuntil the war in 1948. At the age of nine, standing at the place where Christ died, Samuel became a committed Christian, resolving that his whole life would be lived for Christ. At the age of sixteen, the Lord called Samuel into ministry. A year later he began his theological study at Hurlet Nazarene College near Glasgow, Scotland. HE graduated and was ordained in 1951. Later that year he returned to the Middle EAst and began his ministry in Jerusalem, and then in Amman, Jordan. He married Naomi Pashgian in April of 1952. Samuel and Naomi have five children and four grandchildren. For Audio of the First Service Sermon go to http://podcast.crossroadsnazarene.org/ In October of 1952, Dr. Doctorian was called to start evangelistic work throughout the Middle East, living by faith as he was not sponsored by any denomination. In 1959 he founded Bible Land Mission, in which he still serves as PResident. The Lord has continued to use him in many countries all over the Middle East, Europe, North and South America and other parts of the world to bring revival. He has led people of all walks of life to theLord, from refugees to royalty. Dr. Doctorian now resides in California, but continues to spread the Gospel over the Bible Lands and worldwide. no no 11/18/2007 - Dr Samuel Doctorian - Today we are re-visiting our partnership with Armenia. We have the privilege of welcoming Dr. Samuel Doctorian as our guest speaker. Dr. Doctorian is Armenian by descent, but was born in the city of Beirut in 1930. When he was six years old, his parents moved to JErusalem, where they lived iuntil the war in 1948. At the age of nine, standing at the place where Christ died, Samuel became a committed Christian, resolving that his whole life would be lived for Christ. At the age of sixteen, the Lord called Samuel into ministry. A year later he began his theological study at Hurlet Nazarene College near Glasgow, Scotland. HE graduated and was ordained in 1951. Later that year he returned to the Middle EAst and began his ministry in Jerusalem, and then in Amman, Jordan. He married Naomi Pashgian in April of 1952. Samuel and Naomi have five children and four grandchildren. For Audio of the First Service Sermon go to http://podcast.crossroadsnazarene.org/ In October of 1952, Dr. Doctorian was called to start evangelistic work throughout the Middle East, living by faith as he was not sponsored by any denomination. In 1959 he founded Bible Land Mission, in which he still serves as PResident. The Lord has continued to use him in many countries all over the Middle East, Europe, North and South America and other parts of the world to bring revival. He has led people of all walks of life to theLord, from refugees to royalty. Dr. Doctorian now resides in California, but continues to spread the Gospel over the Bible Lands and worldwide. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/111807sermon2.mp3 Sun, 18 Nov 2007 22:02:47 GMT 01:01:30 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 11/11/2007 - Pastors Dave Sharpes & Dan Spaite - We conclude our series JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave has been unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he has covered one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks that has responded to questions about the previously articulated values. Today Pastor Dave and Dr. Dan respond to questions about the previously articulated values of CULTURE and INFLUENCE. Also, Pastor Dave concludes the Core Values series and challenges us for what lies ahead. no no 11/11/2007 - Pastors Dave Sharpes & Dan Spaite - We conclude our series JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave has been unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he has covered one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks that has responded to questions about the previously articulated values. Today Pastor Dave and Dr. Dan respond to questions about the previously articulated values of CULTURE and INFLUENCE. Also, Pastor Dave concludes the Core Values series and challenges us for what lies ahead. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/111107sermon.mp3 Sun, 11 Nov 2007 21:38:13 GMT 01:01:31 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 11/04/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - INFLUENCE: We believe that Jesus was intentional about raising up servant leaders. Therefore, we will be intentional about training and equipping followers of Christ to impact our families, community, and world. Pastor Dave continues a series called, JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. no no 11/04/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - INFLUENCE: We believe that Jesus was intentional about raising up servant leaders. Therefore, we will be intentional about training and equipping followers of Christ to impact our families, community, and world. Pastor Dave continues a series called, JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/110407sermon.mp3 Sun, 04 Nov 2007 20:16:11 GMT 00:49:12 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 10/28/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - continues a series called, JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. CULTURE: We believe that Jesus understood and engaged people where they were on their unique journey. We desire to see people as God sees them, as those who bear the image of God regardless of their cultural perspective and background. no no 10/28/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - continues a series called, JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. CULTURE: We believe that Jesus understood and engaged people where they were on their unique journey. We desire to see people as God sees them, as those who bear the image of God regardless of their cultural perspective and background. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/102807service.mp3 Sun, 28 Oct 2007 23:02:23 GMT 00:51:15 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 10/21/2007 - Pastors Dan Spaite and Curt Gentry - We continue in our series JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. Today Pastor Curt and Dr. Dan respond to questions about the previously articulated values of PRAYER, COMMUNITY and MERCY. no no 10/21/2007 - Pastors Dan Spaite and Curt Gentry - We continue in our series JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. Today Pastor Curt and Dr. Dan respond to questions about the previously articulated values of PRAYER, COMMUNITY and MERCY. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/102107sermon.mp3 Sun, 21 Oct 2007 21:08:34 GMT 01:02:22 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 10/14/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - continues a series called, JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. MERCY: We believe that the church is God's ongoing presence in the world. Our hearts should break for what breaks the heart of God, compelling us to fight injustice and to serve others compassionately. no no 10/14/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - continues a series called, JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. MERCY: We believe that the church is God's ongoing presence in the world. Our hearts should break for what breaks the heart of God, compelling us to fight injustice and to serve others compassionately. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/101407sermon.mp3 Sun, 14 Oct 2007 22:46:33 GMT 00:44:01 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 10/07/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes continues a series called, JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. COMMUNITY: We believe that life is intended to be lived in authentic community. We will purposefully live in genuine, loving relationships with each other. no no 10/07/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes continues a series called, JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. COMMUNITY: We believe that life is intended to be lived in authentic community. We will purposefully live in genuine, loving relationships with each other. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/100707sermon.mp3 Sun, 07 Oct 2007 22:03:19 GMT 00:56:53 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 09/30/2007 - Pastor Dave continues a series called, JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. PRAYER: We believe that people can communicate directly with the Living God. We choose to promote an environment in which prayer pervades everything we do. no no 09/30/2007 - Pastor Dave continues a series called, JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. PRAYER: We believe that people can communicate directly with the Living God. We choose to promote an environment in which prayer pervades everything we do. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/093007sermon.mp3 Sun, 30 Sep 2007 22:42:10 GMT 00:52:56 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 09/23/2007 - Teaching Team We continue in our series JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. Today the teaching team, which is Pastor Dave, Pastor Curt and Dr. Dan, responds to questions about the previously articulated values of WHOLENESS and TRUTH. no no 09/23/2007 - Teaching Team We continue in our series JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. Today the teaching team, which is Pastor Dave, Pastor Curt and Dr. Dan, responds to questions about the previously articulated values of WHOLENESS and TRUTH. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/092307sermon.mp3 Sun, 23 Sep 2007 20:06:13 GMT 00:51:05 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 09/16/2007 - Pastor Dave continues a series called, JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. TRUTH: We believe in asking the hard questions about life, God, and spirituality. We believe Truth will be found when we seek it. We believe the Bible is the true and inspired Word of God, and therefore we place high priority on the teaching, discussion, and life application of Scripture. no no 09/16/2007 - Pastor Dave continues a series called, JOURNEY OF FAITH: the NEXT CHAPTER. Since January of this year, CrossRoads has been involved in a steady process of congregational surveys, personal interviews, demographic research, conversations with leader (past and present), and hours of work with the strategic planning team. During this series Pastor Dave is unpacking the mission, vision and core values of the church. Each week during this series, he covers one Core Value, with a discussion panel every few weeks to respond to questions about the previously articulated values. During this series, if you have any questions about what Pastor Dave is saying, please feel free to email your question(s) by clicking on the "Journey of Faith" link on the left sidebar. TRUTH: We believe in asking the hard questions about life, God, and spirituality. We believe Truth will be found when we seek it. We believe the Bible is the true and inspired Word of God, and therefore we place high priority on the teaching, discussion, and life application of Scripture. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/091607sermon.mp3 Sun, 16 Sep 2007 22:05:45 GMT 00:48:38 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ no no http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/090907sermon.mp3 Mon, 10 Sep 2007 00:53:53 GMT 01:06:03 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 09/02/2007 - Lonnie Bullock, of New Church Specialties, discusses the demographic makeup of Chandler and how that might shape our thinking regarding the responsibility we have, as Christians, to minister to our friends and neighbors. no no 09/02/2007 - Lonnie Bullock, of New Church Specialties, discusses the demographic makeup of Chandler and how that might shape our thinking regarding the responsibility we have, as Christians, to minister to our friends and neighbors. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/090207sermon.mp3 Sun, 02 Sep 2007 20:32:29 GMT 00:38:05 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 01/21/2007 - Dan Spaite What does it REALLY mean to be SAVED??? Is the modern evangelical gospel actually the real thing...or...is it just placebo religion? no no 01/21/2007 - Dan Spaite What does it REALLY mean to be SAVED??? Is the modern evangelical gospel actually the real thing...or...is it just placebo religion? http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/012107sermon.mp3 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 17:20:00 GMT 00:51:36 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 08/19/2007 - Karen Khadhatryan - Today’s message is from Pastor Karen Khachatryan, Pastor and church planter for the Church of the Nazarene in Armenia. Pastor Karen tells his “Journey of Faith” and talks about the work he is leading in our partner country of Armenia. God has had His hand upon Pastor Karen Khachatryan long before Karen even knew there was a God. At the age of 15, Karen filled out a survey to help determine his course of career training. As Karen sat in the career counselor’s office, overlooking Mt. Ararat, he checked the box marked “Interested in Spirituality”. The counselor looked over his survey and asked him if he knew the significance of the mountain outside the window. Raised in an atheistic, communist family in Armenia during the time of the USSR, Karen replied, “No.” The counselor then asked him if he knew who Noah was. Again Karen replied, “No.” After looking again at the survey, the counselor asked Karen if he had ever heard of a book called the Bible. For the third time, Karen answered, “No.” Finally, the counselor scratched out the checkmark and said, “You made a mistake on your form.” no no 08/19/2007 - Karen Khadhatryan - Today's message is from Pastor Karen Khachatryan, Pastor and church planter for the Church of the Nazarene in Armenia. Pastor Karen tells his “Journey of Faith” and talks about the work he is leading in our partner country of Armenia. God has had His hand upon Pastor Karen Khachatryan long before Karen even knew there was a God. At the age of 15, Karen filled out a survey to help determine his course of career training. As Karen sat in the career counselor's office, overlooking Mt. Ararat, he checked the box marked “Interested in Spirituality”. The counselor looked over his survey and asked him if he knew the significance of the mountain outside the window. Raised in an atheistic, communist family in Armenia during the time of the USSR, Karen replied, “No.” The counselor then asked him if he knew who Noah was. Again Karen replied, “No.” After looking again at the survey, the counselor asked Karen if he had ever heard of a book called the Bible. For the third time, Karen answered, “No.” Finally, the counselor scratched out the checkmark and said, “You made a mistake on your form.” http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/081907sermon.mp3 Sun, 19 Aug 2007 21:59:16 GMT 00:37:16 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 08/05/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - Last week we talked about the issue of trust, asking the question “Do You Trust God?” Trust is at the center of any healthy relationship and is core to our relationship with Him. For those of us who have found Him trustworthy and true, we seek to live lives that answer with an affirming “yes!” Today we will consider that relationship from God’s perspective. Turning the tables just a bit, we ask, “Can God Trust Me?” In the Bible, the God who knows our hearts, also describes tangible responses that He says demonstrates trust with Him. The apostle Paul writes, Now it is required that those who have been given a trust prove faithful. In this message we will examine the excitement of a journey of tangible faith that shows that what God entrusts to us, we will faithfully use for His glory. no no 08/05/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - Last week we talked about the issue of trust, asking the question “Do You Trust God?” Trust is at the center of any healthy relationship and is core to our relationship with Him. For those of us who have found Him trustworthy and true, we seek to live lives that answer with an affirming “yes!” Today we will consider that relationship from God's perspective. Turning the tables just a bit, we ask, “Can God Trust Me?” In the Bible, the God who knows our hearts, also describes tangible responses that He says demonstrates trust with Him. The apostle Paul writes, Now it is required that those who have been given a trust prove faithful. In this message we will examine the excitement of a journey of tangible faith that shows that what God entrusts to us, we will faithfully use for His glory. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/081207sermon.mp3 Sun, 12 Aug 2007 21:26:47 GMT 00:47:44 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 08/05/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - Everyone is on a faith journey. The issue seems to be, “in what do you place your faith?” There are and have always been many options. Unfortunately, some of those options can become traps that bind us and hinder us from living fully for God and into His purpose for our lives. Because of some manipulative teaching in the church, there is suspicion when discussing one of these options for faith: possessions. One day Jesus met a man who was exercising his options, and finding himself frustrated and trapped by a greedy and selfish heart. His issue was a focus on success in life and was defined by his possessions. In compassion, Jesus showed the man, and all of those listening in that day, the way to life that centers on God’s purpose for us. Our attitude toward possessions and how we use them is often an indicator of a deeper trust issue between us and God. Jesus was pretty clear when he said: where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. no no 08/05/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - Everyone is on a faith journey. The issue seems to be, “in what do you place your faith?” There are and have always been many options. Unfortunately, some of those options can become traps that bind us and hinder us from living fully for God and into His purpose for our lives. Because of some manipulative teaching in the church, there is suspicion when discussing one of these options for faith: possessions. One day Jesus met a man who was exercising his options, and finding himself frustrated and trapped by a greedy and selfish heart. His issue was a focus on success in life and was defined by his possessions. In compassion, Jesus showed the man, and all of those listening in that day, the way to life that centers on God's purpose for us. Our attitude toward possessions and how we use them is often an indicator of a deeper trust issue between us and God. Jesus was pretty clear when he said: where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/080507sermon.mp3 Sun, 05 Aug 2007 22:51:25 GMT 00:46:02 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ no no http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/072907sermon.mp3 Mon, 30 Jul 2007 04:23:24 GMT 00:56:33 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 07/22/2007 - Pastor Dan Spaite - As we continue our series called “Beating the Heat,” we’ll deal with another issue that can be a problem in the church. Today we are going to MAKE SURE OUR AIR CONDITIONING WORKS. We are going to learn what the Bible teaches us about KEEPING COOL in the midst of all that life throws at us. We are going to see the biblical answer for having VICTORY over FEAR. Even BELIEVERS can struggle with fear. But…we don’t have to live with fear and anxiety and worry. Our Lord has a plan to DELIVER us from fear. no no 07/22/2007 - Pastor Dan Spaite - As we continue our series called “Beating the Heat,” we'll deal with another issue that can be a problem in the church. Today we are going to MAKE SURE OUR AIR CONDITIONING WORKS. We are going to learn what the Bible teaches us about KEEPING COOL in the midst of all that life throws at us. We are going to see the biblical answer for having VICTORY over FEAR. Even BELIEVERS can struggle with fear. But…we don't have to live with fear and anxiety and worry. Our Lord has a plan to DELIVER us from fear. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/072207sermon.mp3 Sun, 22 Jul 2007 21:13:00 GMT 00:48:15 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 07/15/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - Water is a cool weapon against the summer heat. Getting in the water or even just staying beside water can help to cool your body down. Drinking water can also help you combat the summer heat and help maintain the body in a good state, both physically and mentally. In our series entitled, “Beating the Heat” we are concentrating on what it takes spiritually to keep from withering when the pressures and pains of life and living can sometimes deplete us and begin to damage us as individuals and thereby as a Body. This week part of the diagnosis is “drink plenty of water.” Spiritually that means that trust needs to fill us and refresh our lives as we stay near the source of the “living water” that is Jesus Christ. Trust is a key to any healthy relationship and central to the health of the Church Body. When we allow our minds to fill with offense and suspicion of others and (sometimes) even of God – it eventually impacts our spirit and damages the unity that the Spirit of God intends for the Church. Today we are going to look at the reasons for offense and see with the help of God how to stay spiritually healthy, even when the heat is on! no no 07/15/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - Water is a cool weapon against the summer heat. Getting in the water or even just staying beside water can help to cool your body down. Drinking water can also help you combat the summer heat and help maintain the body in a good state, both physically and mentally. In our series entitled, “Beating the Heat” we are concentrating on what it takes spiritually to keep from withering when the pressures and pains of life and living can sometimes deplete us and begin to damage us as individuals and thereby as a Body. This week part of the diagnosis is “drink plenty of water.” Spiritually that means that trust needs to fill us and refresh our lives as we stay near the source of the “living water” that is Jesus Christ. Trust is a key to any healthy relationship and central to the health of the Church Body. When we allow our minds to fill with offense and suspicion of others and (sometimes) even of God – it eventually impacts our spirit and damages the unity that the Spirit of God intends for the Church. Today we are going to look at the reasons for offense and see with the help of God how to stay spiritually healthy, even when the heat is on! http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/071507sermon.mp3 Sun, 15 Jul 2007 23:29:00 GMT 00:45:05 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 07/08/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - It is July and that means that the heat is on in the valley! And if a person is not careful, over-exposure to the heat can have serious or even deadly consequences. So today at Crossroads we are beginning a series called “Beating the Heat.” And specifically today we are going to use one of the suggestions for beating the heat, that being, to “wear light weight, loose fitting clothing,” as a metaphor for our spiritual health as well. Over the next few weeks we want to talk about the discomfort and pressure that is generated in our hearts and minds when the “heat is on” in our relational world. Unfortunately, it usually gets to dangerous levels when we are out of sync with God’s intentions and desires for us. Jesus said, “my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” If that is the case, why is it that so many Christians live under so much pressure? And if that is not the design of God for us, then what is the solution to beating the relational heat in our lives? no no 07/08/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - It is July and that means that the heat is on in the valley! And if a person is not careful, over-exposure to the heat can have serious or even deadly consequences. So today at Crossroads we are beginning a series called “Beating the Heat.” And specifically today we are going to use one of the suggestions for beating the heat, that being, to “wear light weight, loose fitting clothing,” as a metaphor for our spiritual health as well. Over the next few weeks we want to talk about the discomfort and pressure that is generated in our hearts and minds when the “heat is on” in our relational world. Unfortunately, it usually gets to dangerous levels when we are out of sync with God's intentions and desires for us. Jesus said, “my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” If that is the case, why is it that so many Christians live under so much pressure? And if that is not the design of God for us, then what is the solution to beating the relational heat in our lives? http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/070807sermon.mp3 Sun, 08 Jul 2007 21:57:00 GMT 00:49:00 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 07/01/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - On this July 4th weekend, it is appropriate for those of us who are Americans to celebrate our heritage, a heritage that is characterized by our proclamation of freedom, a freedom that came from great sacrifice. With such great freedom comes ominous responsibility to use it to insure real justice, true peace, and real love for all of God's creation in America and around the world. While we may truly be patriotic as Americans, our higher citizenship is to the Kingdom of God. God is the ultimate authority over the temporary kingdoms of this earth and He can use earthly governments for His purposes when the people of those governments live in dependence upon Him. As Christians, we have to clearly say that the hope of the world is not our nation, but is Jesus Christ, and Him alone. My prayer is that as we celebrate our Declaration of Independence as a nation; that we will continue to use that freedom to demonstrate clearly and consistently our "declaration of dependence" on God. no no 07/01/2007 - Pastor Dave Sharpes - On this July 4th weekend, it is appropriate for those of us who are Americans to celebrate our heritage, a heritage that is characterized by our proclamation of freedom, a freedom that came from great sacrifice. With such great freedom comes ominous responsibility to use it to insure real justice, true peace, and real love for all of God's creation in America and around the world. While we may truly be patriotic as Americans, our higher citizenship is to the Kingdom of God. God is the ultimate authority over the temporary kingdoms of this earth and He can use earthly governments for His purposes when the people of those governments live in dependence upon Him. As Christians, we have to clearly say that the hope of the world is not our nation, but is Jesus Christ, and Him alone. My prayer is that as we celebrate our Declaration of Independence as a nation; that we will continue to use that freedom to demonstrate clearly and consistently our "declaration of dependence" on God. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/070107sermon.mp3 Sun, 01 Jul 2007 21:16:00 GMT 00:40:50 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 06/24/2007 - Curt concludes the Extreme Makeover: God Edition series by helping us see what life as a new creation in Christ might look like. Does God want us to keep our new found faith to ourselves or do we share it with the world? And exactly how important are relationships as we live our lives in the Kingdom of God? Does God really want us to throw a Block Party? no no 06/24/2007 - Curt concludes the Extreme Makeover: God Edition series by helping us see what life as a new creation in Christ might look like. Does God want us to keep our new found faith to ourselves or do we share it with the world? And exactly how important are relationships as we live our lives in the Kingdom of God? Does God really want us to throw a Block Party? http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/062407sermon.mp3 Mon, 25 Jun 2007 00:41:00 GMT 01:03:29 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 06/17/2007 - Dan Spaite - In Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, the bus moves and the family sees the unbelievable: A brand new house beyond their wildest dreams. But, before the new one can be built, the old one has to be DEMOLISHED!!! This is exactly what Paul talks about in Colossians 3: As we put do death the old selfish life, the Holy Spirit makes us into a New Creation…beyond our wildest dreams. In our lives, God is ready to MOVE THAT BUS! no no 06/17/2007 - Dan Spaite - In Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, the bus moves and the family sees the unbelievable: A brand new house beyond their wildest dreams. But, before the new one can be built, the old one has to be DEMOLISHED!!! This is exactly what Paul talks about in Colossians 3: As we put do death the old selfish life, the Holy Spirit makes us into a New Creation…beyond our wildest dreams. In our lives, God is ready to MOVE THAT BUS! http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/061707sermon.mp3 Sun, 17 Jun 2007 21:48:00 GMT 00:50:56 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 06/10/2007 - Dave Sharpes Who is the foundation of your spiritual house? What are those things in our lives that keep us depending on human traditions and basic principles of the world, instead of the radical nature of the Gospel as revealed in Christ? In this message, Pastor Dave highlights the futility of those who, though understanding the superiority of Christ, continue to build (at least parts of their life) on a foundation that will erode in time. no no 06/10/2007 - Dave Sharpes Who is the foundation of your spiritual house? What are those things in our lives that keep us depending on human traditions and basic principles of the world, instead of the radical nature of the Gospel as revealed in Christ? In this message, Pastor Dave highlights the futility of those who, though understanding the superiority of Christ, continue to build (at least parts of their life) on a foundation that will erode in time. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/061007sermon.mp3 Sun, 10 Jun 2007 22:36:00 GMT 00:45:20 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 06/03/2007 - Dave Sharpes - Like a great mystery movie, the revelation of God as Trinity is a holy mystery that progressively unfolds throughout the Old and New Testaments. Like a good suspense movie, the Bible reveals more and more fully the “characters” in the plot and how they fit together in the story of (in this case) our reconciliation with the Supreme Being. Who is this God whom we hope can make us into what we truly desire to be? (and, how do we “contract” with Him?) Being reconciled to God means that we embrace in every way the deity of Jesus Christ and follow His blueprint for our lives – rejecting other forms and ways of living. The supremacy of Christ in all things moves us from alienation to relationship that has a clear, divine, and eternal purpose. no no 06/03/2007 - Dave Sharpes - Like a great mystery movie, the revelation of God as Trinity is a holy mystery that progressively unfolds throughout the Old and New Testaments. Like a good suspense movie, the Bible reveals more and more fully the “characters” in the plot and how they fit together in the story of (in this case) our reconciliation with the Supreme Being. Who is this God whom we hope can make us into what we truly desire to be? (and, how do we “contract” with Him?) Being reconciled to God means that we embrace in every way the deity of Jesus Christ and follow His blueprint for our lives – rejecting other forms and ways of living. The supremacy of Christ in all things moves us from alienation to relationship that has a clear, divine, and eternal purpose. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/060307sermon.mp3 Sun, 03 Jun 2007 22:38:00 GMT 00:41:45 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 05/27/2007 - Dan Spaite concludes "The God Questions" series by addressing the question "Is the Bible really true?" There have been a lot of stories in the media recently claiming the "real Jesus" has been discovered or that the Scriptures were "formed" out of the "theological needs" of the early Christian community rather than out of actual historical facts and eyewitness reports. Sometimes, people who are genuinely seeking the truth can get very confused on what to believe. Even those who claim to follow Christ can sometimes have their faith weakened by what they hear in the national media. Listen as Dr. Dan explains the authenticity of scripture, raising the confidence level of those who may have doubted and helping us all to see that the Bible is indeed the true and accurate word of God. no no 05/27/2007 - Dan Spaite concludes "The God Questions" series by addressing the question "Is the Bible really true?" There have been a lot of stories in the media recently claiming the "real Jesus" has been discovered or that the Scriptures were "formed" out of the "theological needs" of the early Christian community rather than out of actual historical facts and eyewitness reports. Sometimes, people who are genuinely seeking the truth can get very confused on what to believe. Even those who claim to follow Christ can sometimes have their faith weakened by what they hear in the national media. Listen as Dr. Dan explains the authenticity of scripture, raising the confidence level of those who may have doubted and helping us all to see that the Bible is indeed the true and accurate word of God. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/052707sermon.mp3 Sun, 27 May 2007 22:40:00 GMT 00:52:18 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 05/20/2007 - Curt Gentry In this message, Curt answers the question "Isn't Christianity Just a Crutch for Weak People?" with a resounding YES. He shares his thoughts on life's crutches, and what those might look like in the life of a believer. no no 05/20/2007 - Curt Gentry In this message, Curt answers the question "Isn't Christianity Just a Crutch for Weak People?" with a resounding YES. He shares his thoughts on life's crutches, and what those might look like in the life of a believer. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/052007sermon.mp3 Sun, 20 May 2007 20:19:00 GMT 00:48:31 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 05/13/2007 - Dave Sharpes As we have been exploring over the past several weeks, Jesus is really the crux of the answer to our God questions. So, the message could very well be changed to "WHO is the purpose of life?" If we make Jesus both the first and last of our life, we can expect to find the adventure of a lifetime, one filled with real meaning. Life may not always be easy with God at the center, but it is worthwhile because it gives our lives ultimate meaning, purpose and direction. As parents, and especially speaking to mom’s on this Mother's Day, our commitment to Christ has a great impact on how our kids see and learn to respond to God. So, today we want to explore that question through a few moments of honest evaluation. Who is the purpose of your life? no no 05/13/2007 - Dave Sharpes As we have been exploring over the past several weeks, Jesus is really the crux of the answer to our God questions. So, the message could very well be changed to "WHO is the purpose of life?" If we make Jesus both the first and last of our life, we can expect to find the adventure of a lifetime, one filled with real meaning. Life may not always be easy with God at the center, but it is worthwhile because it gives our lives ultimate meaning, purpose and direction. As parents, and especially speaking to mom's on this Mother's Day, our commitment to Christ has a great impact on how our kids see and learn to respond to God. So, today we want to explore that question through a few moments of honest evaluation. Who is the purpose of your life? http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/051307sermon.mp3 Sun, 13 May 2007 20:38:00 GMT 00:41:13 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 05/06/2007 - Dave Sharpes The most politically incorrect words that Jesus ever said were, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." Many thoughtful seekers who profess a belief in a higher power (or god), still think that this claim seems on the surface, narrow-minded, bigoted, or even snobbish. The reason that Jesus' claim strikes such a chord with people is that it destroys three great myths about religion. He destroys the myth that all religions are basically the same. He destroys the myth that even though Christianity is different, it's just one philosophy among many philosophies that are equally as valid. And He destroys the myth that He is snobbish and narrow-minded when He claims that He is the only way to heaven. no no 05/06/2007 - Dave Sharpes The most politically incorrect words that Jesus ever said were, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." Many thoughtful seekers who profess a belief in a higher power (or god), still think that this claim seems on the surface, narrow-minded, bigoted, or even snobbish. The reason that Jesus' claim strikes such a chord with people is that it destroys three great myths about religion. He destroys the myth that all religions are basically the same. He destroys the myth that even though Christianity is different, it's just one philosophy among many philosophies that are equally as valid. And He destroys the myth that He is snobbish and narrow-minded when He claims that He is the only way to heaven. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/050607sermon.mp3 Sun, 06 May 2007 20:53:00 GMT 00:43:47 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 04/29/2007 - Dan Spaite We have all asked the question "Why Does God Allow Suffering?" at one time or another. It sure seems like there is an awful lot of unnecessary suffering in the world. Dr. Dan believes the answer to this question comes down to understanding who God is and that the cross of Jesus is ultimately the only real answer to this question. no no 04/29/2007 - Dan Spaite We have all asked the question "Why Does God Allow Suffering?" at one time or another. It sure seems like there is an awful lot of unnecessary suffering in the world. Dr. Dan believes the answer to this question comes down to understanding who God is and that the cross of Jesus is ultimately the only real answer to this question. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/042907sermon.mp3 Mon, 30 Apr 2007 00:17:00 GMT 00:48:15 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 04/22/2007 - Dave Sharpes Is this life all there is? The secondary, and maybe more likely question, is, from what believers “know” and seekers have “heard”: Is there a heaven or hell…and why does that matter to me? Interest in the afterlife, it’s location, content, and our connection to it shows that there is something within us, through the ages, that asks, “what’s next?” no no 04/22/2007 - Dave Sharpes Is this life all there is? The secondary, and maybe more likely question, is, from what believers “know” and seekers have “heard”: Is there a heaven or hell…and why does that matter to me? Interest in the afterlife, it's location, content, and our connection to it shows that there is something within us, through the ages, that asks, “what's next?” http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/042207sermon.mp3 Wed, 25 Apr 2007 18:53:00 GMT 00:51:01 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 04/15/2007 - Dave Sharpes Dave kicks off a new series about questions many people may like to ask God? The first question addressed in this message is "Is God Real?" no no 04/15/2007 - Dave Sharpes Dave kicks off a new series about questions many people may like to ask God? The first question addressed in this message is "Is God Real?" http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/041507sermona.mp3 Wed, 25 Apr 2007 18:47:00 GMT 00:41:35 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 04/08/2007 - Dave Sharpes Easter Sunday Morning - Because of God's forgiveness and grace in our lives we are able to live free from past pain, free from worries of today and free from pessimism about tomorrow. no no 04/08/2007 - Dave Sharpes Easter Sunday Morning - Because of God's forgiveness and grace in our lives we are able to live free from past pain, free from worries of today and free from pessimism about tomorrow. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/040807sermon.mp3 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 23:34:00 GMT 00:47:47 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 04/01/2007 - Curt Gentry Pastor Curt talks about how should we live now that we are rescued from the deep? no no 04/01/2007 - Curt Gentry Pastor Curt talks about how should we live now that we are rescued from the deep? http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/040107sermon1.mp3 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 23:31:00 GMT 00:45:57 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 03/25/2007 - Dan Spaite Dan discusses the sensitive issues of what it means to forgive when we really have been victimized. no no 03/25/2007 - Dan Spaite Dan discusses the sensitive issues of what it means to forgive when we really have been victimized. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/032507sermon.mp3 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 23:29:00 GMT 00:52:11 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 03/18/2007 - Dave Sharpes Dave talks about that it means to forgive ourselves. God is desparate to forgive us, but we also must be able to forgive ourselves for past failures, mistakes, etc. no no 03/18/2007 - Dave Sharpes Dave talks about that it means to forgive ourselves. God is desparate to forgive us, but we also must be able to forgive ourselves for past failures, mistakes, etc. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/031807sermon.mp3 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 23:25:00 GMT 00:47:13 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 03/11/2007 - Dave Sharpes Dave helps us with understanding the magnitude of God's grace and forgiveness. no no 03/11/2007 - Dave Sharpes Dave helps us with understanding the magnitude of God's grace and forgiveness. http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/031107sermon.mp3 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 23:22:00 GMT 00:52:25 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 03/04/2007 - Dan Spaite Dan helps us understand what forgiveness is not. Often times we have misconceptions of how we should feel or what we have to do to "forgive." no no 03/04/2007 - Dan Spaite Dan helps us understand what forgiveness is not. Often times we have misconceptions of how we should feel or what we have to do to "forgive." http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/030407sermon.mp3 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 23:19:00 GMT 00:50:03 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ 02/25/2007 - Dave Sharpes Dave kicks off a new series about forgiveness. Are you ready to forgive and be forgiven? no no 02/25/2007 - Dave Sharpes Dave kicks off a new series about forgiveness. Are you ready to forgive and be forgiven? http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/022507sermon.mp3 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 23:15:00 GMT 00:42:02 CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ no no http://media.podcastingmanager.com/78954-82135/Media/021807sermon.mp3 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 23:12:00 GMT 00:52:03