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TODAY’S POST

April 27, 2026

For the Lord is Good in Family Ministry

There is something beautiful about watching generations come together in the life of the church.

This past Sunday, during our Family Dedication class, that beauty was on full display. Families gathered not only to take a step of intentionality in raising their children—but also to meet the prayer partners who will walk alongside them in the years ahead.

This photos shows a group of families and the people who have committed to pray faithfully for them during the first five years of their child’s life.

In this season of family ministry, we are reminded again and again that the Lord is good—not only in how He cares for our children, but in how He surrounds them with a community of faith.

Our First Five ministry is a simple but powerful expression of that goodness.

When a child is dedicated, they are not only welcomed and prayed over in a single moment—they are invited into an ongoing story of intentional care. Each family is paired with a prayer partner (or a couple) who commits to walking alongside them during the first five years of that child’s life. Through regular prayer, encouragement, and connection, these partners become a steady reminder that families are not raising their children alone.

And when you step back and take it all in, you begin to see something deeper unfold.

You see older generations investing in younger ones.
You see wisdom being shared and faith being modeled.
You see the church living as a family—just as God designed it.

The First Five is a reminder that discipleship begins early, that community matters deeply, and that the church has a vital role to play in the spiritual formation of the next generation.

As we look at these families and their prayer partners, we don’t just see a program—we see a picture of God’s goodness on display.

For the Lord is good in our families, and He is faithful across every generation.

THIS MONTH’S POSTS

April 26, 2026

The Lord is Good in Making Disciples

The Lord is Good in disciple-making! Did you know that we are currently in a season of discipleship focus? Our Wednesday nights this spring are focused on discipleship. We have multiple, small discipleship groups meeting on-campus on Wednesday nights. We have other discipleship groups that meet throughout the week on different days and in different places. Getting in small groups, discussing the Scriptures, discussing life, and praying earnestly for one another is vital to every Christian’s spiritual growth.

The Lord Jesus was clear when he gave His disciples the Great Commission: “Go and MAKE DISCIPLES…” (Matthew 28:18-20). There is no such thing as a disciple who is not called to make disciples. So, ask yourself these questions: Who is discipling you? Who are you discipling? Are there people in your sphere of influence who would say “Yes” if you simply asked, “Hey, would you like to read the Bible together?” Could the Lord be asking you to open your home up to make disciples?

[46] And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, [47] praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved. (Acts 2:46–47)

If you’re interested in finding a place where you can be discipled or where you can start discipling others, let someone know. Start with your friends at church. Ask your Bible Study Leader. Ask any of our staff members. Ask me! You may be surprised just how much the Lord can grow you by committing yourself to being discipled and discipling others.

I love you and I’m praying for you.

Chad Rich

April 24, 2026

The Lord is Good in Suffering

Life is hard.

Growing up is hard.

Adulthood is hard.

Marriage is hard.

Singleness is hard.

Parenting is hard.

Caring for sick or aging family members is hard.

So much of what we experience day in and day out is difficult. Welcome to life.

In our suffering, the Lord is good.

As a son or daughter of God through faith in Jesus Christ, your suffering is not punishment from God. Your suffering is an opportunity for God to demonstrate his steadfast love and grace to you.

In the Old Testament when Job suffered, he was not being punished. Job was experiencing a tremendous difficulty. Yet, even in this difficulty, Job held fast to his trust in God. He refused to let his circumstances turn him away from God. Did he understand why he was suffering? No. But he continued to trust God for his faithfulness.

Job’s friends told Job that he was not living a righteous life. They insisted that Job was not acceptable to God and this was the reason for his suffering. Job, however, refused to buy into their works-based righteousness. He chose instead to trust God, God’s providence, and God’s goodness. Job was clinging to the promise of God’s grace.

To whom or what do you cling when you experience suffering or difficulty?

Remember that the Lord is good, even in suffering.

If you are experiencing a difficulty and would like to talk with someone, I am available. You are welcome to contact me at [email protected] for an appointment.

Chris Howell

Minister of Pastoral Care and Membership

April 22, 2026

The Lord is Good in SAM

The Lord is good to our seniors! The SAM ministry of CrossPoint seeks to build up the church of Jesus Christ through fellowship and service. We seek to accomplish this by offering fun and innovative socials, events and trips that allow our seniors unique times of fellowship. We also seek to reach JUST ONE MORE through providing opportunities for service and outreach that allow our seniors to minister to others in the church as well as in the community.

This year, our seniors have experienced the goodness of God through many shared meals and times of fellowship. We look forward to many more in the days ahead and would love for you to join us as we continue to enjoy His blessings together.

Today is the deadline to sign up for our upcoming SAM Amerex Outing and Lunch. Be sure to also mark your calendars for our next sack lunch on May 4th, featuring entertainment by Mark Dunn, as well as our SAM outing to Rickwood Field on May 27th.

You can register for these events and find more information at the SAM table outside the dining hall. Come and be part of all the Lord is doing through this ministry!

Corey Sizemore

April 20, 2026

For the Lord is Good in Student Ministry

April 19, 2026

Camp CrossKids Mission Project

April 15, 2026

The Lord is Good in Serving at Camp CrossKids

As you’ve seen in our video, people from all over our church serve at Camp CrossKids! Whether you regularly serve in Student Ministry, the Coffee Bar, Worship Ministry, Greeting Team, Senior Adult Ministry, CrossKids Ministry, Construction Ministry, Golf Carts, or some other ministry that I can’t think of right now, we need YOU to serve at Camp CrossKids. The beauty of Camp CrossKids is that the whole church comes together to put on this event for the children of CrossPoint and our community to teach them about Jesus, Missions, and God’s Word, all while having a seriously fun time! Whether you have been at CrossPoint 1 month or all 20 years, serving at Camp CrossKids is the BEST way to get to know your church family! Who knows?! You might just meet someone new that God will use to help bring you closer to Him! From serving as a guide to serving on our clean up crew, there’s a spot for you! Step out in faith and come serve with us!

ADULTS, click this link and tell us how you would like to serve! https://form.123formbuilder.com/6945448/camp-crosskids-adult-servant-registration

STUDENTS, click this link and tell us how you would like to serve! https://form.123formbuilder.com/6945458/camp-crosskids-student-servant-registration

If you have ANY Questions or Concerns about your place of service, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us! You can email Layne Ferguson at [email protected] and she will get back to you ASAP!

I can’t wait to serve with you and for you to see how the Lord is Good in Serving at Camp CrossKids this Summer!

Joyfully,

Lauren Sonntag

April 13, 2026

For The Lord is Good in CrossKids

This year we have seen goodness of God in so many ways in our CrossKids ministry! Our staff decided to make a top 10 list of the ways the Lord has been good to us this year.

Seeing the fruit of Preschool Ministry in the lives of our Grade-Schoolers as they are learning and growing in their faith.
Seeing our volunteers love, care for and nurture the faith of our Preschoolers.
We have seen the Goodness of God when volunteers tell us how much they enjoy teaching our littles about Jesus.
God’s Goodness is on display when we get to hear our preschoolers pray.
The Lord’s goodness is seen each week in the love all of our kids have of serving. It doesn’t matter what we ask them to do they are happy to jump in and do it.
The Lord’s goodness shines bright right now on Wednesday nights with our grade school kids as they discover more about walking with God and put it in to practice.
We see God’s goodness in the lives of 5 of our kids who have just completed our New Believers Class and are learning what it means to live their life for Christ.
God’s goodness has been on display as we are preparing for Camp Crosskids with our leadership team. God has some big things in store for us this summer.
We have seen the goodness of God as He fills our Bible Study classroom with Godly teachers to teach and lead our kids each week.
The goodness of God shines through on Sundays as our kids build relationship with their friends and open their hearts up to new ones.

April 12, 2026

For the Lord is Good in Our Seasons

Life never stays the same. It is always changing. And every season is uniquely different.

In our early seasons of parenting, we are worried about sleep schedules and potty training. Then, as time goes on, the worries tend to shift. Are they ready to launch? Have we taught them enough? Has their faith become their own?

Every season brings new questions. New challenges. New emotions.

And yet, in all of it, one truth remains steady:
For the Lord is good in our seasons.

He is present in the chaos of the early years.
He is faithful in the stretching middle years.
And He is trustworthy in the letting-go seasons.

The challenge for us as parents isn’t just to get through each phase—but to step into each one with intention, trusting that God is at work in both us and our children.

We have two special opportunities for parents in these phases coming up over the next two Sundays.

🎓 Preparing to Launch – April 19th at 10:45

This season comes faster than we expect.

One day you teach them to walk—and the next, you are preparing to let them go.

This milestone is for parents who are approaching the launch phase or are already in it. Together, we’ll talk about what it looks like to:

• Help your child take ownership of their faith

• Navigate the changing role of parenting

• Trust God with what you’ve invested over the years

This season can feel both exciting and uncertain—but you are not alone in it.

Register here:
https://onrealm.org/CrossPointChurch/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=Y2I5OWZiNDEtOGQyNi00NWEzLTliZTUtYjQwMzAxNzlkM2Qy

🌿 Family Dedication – April 26th at 10:45

This milestone is about more than a moment—it’s about setting a foundation.

In these early years, you are shaping rhythms, values, and a picture of who God is for your child. Family Dedication is an opportunity to be intentional about that calling and commit to leading your child spiritually.

Whether you are ready to dedicate your child or simply want to better understand this first season of parenting, this class is for you.

To dedicate your child, register here:
https://form.123formbuilder.com/466135/family-dedication-registration

To attend the class without dedicating, email: [email protected]

No matter what season you are in right now—whether it feels overwhelming, ordinary, or bittersweet—God is present in it.

He is not just preparing your child.
He is shaping you, too.

The seasons will keep changing…
but the goodness of God will remain.

April 10, 2026

The Lord Was Good In Puerto Rico

Why do we go?

I’m not asking why do we give to missions. And I am not asking why we send missionaries. But why do we go on these short-term trips? How do we justify them?

Our trip was justified because we got to deepen our partnership and relationship with Iglesia Bautista Esperanza Eterna. We were able to encourage this young church plant, and we were encouraged by them in return. I praise God for the faithful pastors he has raised up in Puerto Rico. We served with Pastors Oscar and Miguel during our time there, and God is using them greatly to shepherd their people.

Our trip was justified because we provided labor and worked hard to serve a single mother and her daughter. We painted her house, sealed her roof, and provided clothing for them. Our students worked hard and stepped up to pray for people in the community. They showed Christ’s love to people they couldn’t easily converse with. And they prayed compassionately for others in one tongue as our translator related it in another language.

Our trip was justified because our students got to see that we serve a God of the nations. We don’t just serve the God of Crosspoint. We don’t just serve the God of our country. We serve the almighty God who is worthy of worship from every tribe, tongue, and nation. Our students got to grow in their heart for the lost, and their adoration of God’s global kingdom.

Our trip is justified because now we return with the reality in mind that we don’t have to travel to another nation or culture to find our Just1More. We want to reach our neighbors, families, friends, and cities. God worked greatly in our work there, and he will continue to build his kingdom as we return here.

In Christ,

Trace

Associate Minister of Students

April 8, 2026

The Sound of God’s Goodness in Guatemala

What an amazing trip our student ministry took on mission to Guatemala over spring break! Turn up the volume on your phone and take a few minutes to watch this video. There’s no upbeat music or voiceovers. It is simply the sounds of ministry. It’s not just noise, it’s God’s goodness!

April 6, 2026

Flower the Cross 2026