Crossroads Bible Church Podcast

“Are you going to return the same way you came, or are you going to return in the dunamis of God?” In this message from the Spiritual Authority – Restored In Christ sermon series, Chad Everett walks through Luke 4 and reveals how Jesus modeled spiritual authority through the power of the Holy Spirit. After confronting temptation in the wilderness, Jesus did not return the same — He returned in the power of the Spirit, operating with both dunamis (miraculous power) and exusia (authority and jurisdiction). This teaching shows how Jesus responded to temptation with the Word — “It is written” — choosing truth over the lies of the enemy that often come through thoughts and feelings. From there, we see Jesus teaching in the synagogue, rebuking unclean spirits, healing sickness, and demonstrating that spiritual authority is not theoretical, but active and practical. Chad also challenges the Church to guard against familiarity and religion that dulls spiritual hunger. The goal is not entertainment or information a

“This is not a spectator sport.” Justin Younger preaches from Romans about sin, grace, and what it truly means to live as someone who has been made new in Christ—calling listeners to examine not just what they believe, but how they live. Romans reminds us that righteousness is received, not earned. If you are born again, your identity is no longer “sinner,” but son or daughter. From that foundation, this message challenges believers to grow up spiritually, walk in obedience, and stop treating church as the only place they hear God. This sermon is both a confrontation and an invitation. It invites listeners into real relationship with Jesus, where freedom from habitual sin is not found through striving or self-improvement, but through abiding fully in Him. Justin speaks plainly about conviction—not as shame or condemnation, but as the Holy Spirit’s loving invitation to go deeper, to surrender honestly, and to let Jesus fill every place where sin once ruled. As you listen, be prepared to be challenged. This

What if the greatest obstacle to spiritual authority isn’t the enemy—but ourselves? In this message, Chad Everett continues the Spiritual Authority — Restored in Christ series by addressing one of the most subtle and dangerous temptations believers face: the pride of life. Drawing from Luke 4, this teaching examines how Jesus was filled with the Holy Spirit, led by the Spirit, and trained through temptation—and how His response reveals the path to true spiritual authority. This sermon challenges a common mindset in modern Christianity: living independently from God while still expecting His blessing. Through the temptation narrative, Chad shows that the pride of life is not merely arrogance or boasting, but self-rule—making decisions apart from God, trusting our own understanding, and asking God to bless choices we never submitted to Him. A key focus of this message is Psalm 91 and how Scripture can be misunderstood or misused when it is separated from relationship and obedience. Satan himself quoted Scrip

What is the purpose of the local church? Not entertainment—but training. Church attendance is the door—but once you’re in, there’s training that needs to take place. In this message, Chad Everett lays out a clear mission: to enter people into the fullness of Christ and train warrior disciples—not just church attenders. Coming to church is the door. Discipleship is what happens after you walk in. Using Luke 4 as a masterclass from Jesus, Chad shows how spiritual authority is trained, strengthened, and activated. Jesus was filled with the Holy Spirit, led by the Holy Spirit, and anchored in the Word of God—and He models how to stand firm when the enemy questions identity, offers counterfeit shortcuts, and attempts to trap us through offense. You’ll hear why biblical fasting isn’t religious hype or church tradition, but normal discipleship: a time of consecration where we replace physical food with spiritual food—prayer and the Word—so our spirit leads instead of our flesh. And you’ll be confronted with a def

What if 2026 isn’t just another year, but a turning point? In this message, Pastor Chad Everett teaches on spiritual authority through prayer and fasting, showing how God can turn what the enemy meant for evil into good. Drawing from Luke 4 and Genesis 50, this sermon explores being led by the Spirit, developing hunger for God, and learning to answer the enemy’s lies with God’s Word. If you’re ready to step into the new year with clarity, strengthened faith, and confidence in God’s direction, this message will encourage and equip you. Listen now and lean into what God wants to do in this season. The Roads Church - https://theroads.church

"We will be led by whatever spirit that we are full of." — Pastor Chad Everett In this message from Spiritual Authority – Restored In Christ, Pastor Chad Everett walks through Ephesians 4: 11–13 and Luke 4: 1 to show God’s design for the local church: not to entertain people, but to enter-train them—bringing believers into the fullness of Christ and equipping them to live as mature disciples Monday through Saturday. You’ll hear a clear, Scripture-based foundation for spiritual authority and why the key isn’t willpower—it’s being filled with the Holy Spirit. Pastor Chad traces a powerful progression through Acts, showing the Holy Spirit coming upon believers to empower them, and calls the church back to reverence, altar response, and real transformation—not just “a good service.” If you’ve been battling repeated patterns, unwanted thoughts, or feeling spiritually stuck, this message will help you see the issue differently: a “filled” problem becomes a “led” problem—and Jesus wants to fill you again. The Ro

In this Christmas message, Pastor Chad Everett continues the conversation on spiritual authority by pointing us to the manger. This sermon traces God’s plan of redemption from Genesis to the birth of Jesus and reminds us that salvation is not something we do, but someone we receive. Christmas is the moment God came near, and salvation has a name—Jesus. The Roads Church - https://theroads.church

In this message, Pastor Chad Everett teaches on spiritual authority and how it was restored through Jesus Christ. By returning to Genesis, Chad explores how authority was given by God, lost through deception, and redeemed through Christ’s incarnation. This sermon invites listeners to move beyond a passive or victim mindset and understand how spiritual influence, agreement, and everyday choices shape real life. Through Scripture, this message helps believers recognize God’s original intent and how to live aligned with the authority restored in Christ. Whether you’re new to faith or continuing your walk with Jesus, this teaching encourages reflection, alignment, and renewed confidence in God’s design. The Roads Church - https://theroads.church

“How I feel is not what’s real. What God says is what’s real.” In this message, Pastor Chad Everett teaches what it truly means to walk in spiritual dominion in a world that constantly pulls our focus toward the physical. Long before Adam and Eve had bodies, God spoke directly to their spirits and gave them purpose, identity, and authority. That order matters. God establishes truth in the spirit realm before it shows up in the natural—and He calls us to live the same way. Chad shows from Genesis 1–3 that spiritual authority doesn’t start with force, effort, or trying harder. It starts with agreement. The first battlefield of dominion was not a physical fight—it was a voice. Adam and Eve’s greatest challenge came through what they heard, what they believed, and who they chose to agree with. The same is true for us today. If you’ve ever struggled with overwhelming thoughts, spiritual confusion, or circumstances that feel louder than God’s promises, this message will help you anchor your life back into God’s

Before culture shaped our beliefs, God designed who we are, how we’re meant to live, and the spiritual authority we’re called to walk in. If you’ve felt disconnected from God’s purpose or unsure of what He intended for you, this teaching will help realign your heart and renew your confidence in His design. Lean in as we explore identity, dominion, and what it truly means to live the way God intended from the start. The Roads Church - https://theroads.church

“The closer I get to Jesus the more the realms of darkness begin to know who you are. Not because of you, not because of me, but because our connection to Him.” This message invites you to see spiritual authority in Christ from God’s original design. Pastor Chad Everett teaches that God’s first commission in a sinless world was not about fighting darkness, but about defending and expanding what God created. Subduing and having dominion is ultimately about submission to God, not domination over people. We overcome darkness by saying yes to God, not by fixating on the enemy. Authority in Christ flows from staying connected to His voice. When believers say yes to God’s truth about their identity, marriage, family, and calling, they naturally resist and reject anything that opposes Him. Authority is not about volume, personality, or knowledge. It is about submission, intimacy, and spiritual alignment with Jesus. You do not exercise authority because of your name. You exercise authority because of His. This

In this powerful message, guest speaker Frankie Mazzapica reveals a truth every believer needs to hear: the battles that nearly broke you are the same battles God used to form you. Drawing from David’s encounters with the lion, the bear, and Goliath in 1 Samuel 17, Frankie unpacks how each fight represents a different kind of spiritual pressure we face today. Some battles silence your voice. Some battles crush you with weight. Some battles attack your identity. But in every one of them, God is shaping you, strengthening you, and preparing you for the assignment He’s placed on your life. Whether you’re walking through discouragement, feeling spiritually muted, or wrestling with who God says you are, this message will help you recognize God’s hand at work in your story. You’ll be reminded that you aren’t fighting alone—and that what the enemy meant to use against you, God is using to build you. Listen in and be encouraged: God formed you through battles you thought would break you Your voice matters in the

What if the authority you’ve been praying for has already been given to you? In this powerful message, Pastor Chad Everett takes us back to God’s original intent in Genesis 1: 26–28, revealing what it truly means to walk in spiritual authority as sons and daughters of God. You’ll discover that dominion isn’t about control—it’s about submission and relationship. Your authority flows from your connection with God, and your victory begins when you simply say yes to Him. Unpack How To: Live from God’s original design, not your limitations. Recognize and resist the enemy’s counterfeits. Operate in peace, confidence, and authority through Christ. The Roads Church: https://theroads.church

From a horse barn filled with prayer to multiple thriving locations, this special Legacy Builders message from Pastor Chad Everett invites The Roads Church family to remember God’s faithfulness and dream forward with bold faith. Chad takes us on a powerful journey through forty-one years of ministry milestones, showing how every prayer, every act of generosity, and every step of obedience built something bigger than ourselves. Through Legacy Builders, we see the story of God’s faithfulness—from the early days of Crossroads Bible Church to The Roads Church today. Chad shares how God provided every building and expansion debt-free, how generosity fuels missions around the world, and how each person plays a part in building His Kingdom. More than a yearly offering, Legacy Builders is a call to gratitude, stewardship, and vision for the generations to come. What began in a small barn has become a movement connecting people with Jesus from all roads of life. Listen to Legacy Builders and discover how rememberin

What does it really mean to live with a seed that has purpose? In this message, Pastor Chad Everett reveals how Jesus became the ultimate seed—dying so His life could multiply in us. Discover how your own purpose grows when you surrender, serve, and live for something beyond yourself. Key Scripture: John 12: 24 – “Unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain.” If you’re ready to discover your purpose, experience freedom, and live a life that bears fruit for eternity, watch now and let God speak to your heart. The Roads Church https://theroads.church

“Jesus shed his blood so that you can be saved, healed, and delivered.” In this episode, Pastor Matt Scott from The Gathering Place Church shares a powerful message called The Law of Inheritance. He reminds us that the blood of Jesus didn’t just cover our sins—it purchased complete freedom for our minds, bodies, and families. Yet many believers never apply that truth to the areas where they still struggle. This message confronts the tendency to treat spiritual problems as emotional or physical ones. You can’t counsel a demon and you can’t medicate one. The battle is spiritual, and the victory has already been won through the blood of Jesus. Pastor Matt exposes how the enemy tries to hijack what God designed to bless generations, and he calls every believer to take responsibility for their inheritance. You’ll be challenged to go beyond listening and take action—to recognize what’s been passed down, repent and renounce it, remove the enemy’s hold, and renew your life through obedience and truth. Freedom does

What if your breakthrough isn’t waiting on God to notice your need, but on you to plant His seed? In this message, Chad Everett shows how the Word—planted in your heart with faith—goes from a tiny sprout to a full harvest. You’ll learn how to trust God’s timing, recognize early growth, and refuse to quit when it’s taking longer than you hoped. If you’ve been praying, waiting, or weary…this one’s for you. Don’t ring the bell. Keep believing. Keep sowing. The Roads Church - https://theroads.church

“We can’t ever forget that truth. We can’t ever grow common with the truth that Jesus Christ is everything.” —Blake Bradley Jesus Is Everything In this powerful message, Blake Bradley calls believers back to the heart of the gospel—Jesus Christ and Him crucified. When life’s plans, pursuits, and distractions pull for our attention, Blake reminds us that Jesus is not a side dish to our story—He is the feast. Through moments of honesty and conviction, we’re challenged to ask: Is Jesus truly Lord of my life, or just a name I speak on Sunday? Have I grown comfortable with the cross, or does His sacrifice still move me? This message is an invitation to return—to surrender control, to fall in love with Jesus again, and to let His lordship shape every part of who we are. Listen, ask the Holy Spirit to show you where He’s calling you to make Jesus your everything, and respond. The Roads Church: https://theroads.church

Why does the Word of God produce such different results in people’s lives? Jesus said the difference isn’t the seed—it’s the soil of the heart. In this message from Mark 4: 3–20, Chad Everett teaches on the thorny soil—the heart conditions that hear the Word but allow the cares of this world, the deceitfulness of riches, and the desire for other things to choke it out. These thorns don’t just distract us—they suffocate the breath of God’s Word in us. But God gives us a way to respond: cast your cares on Him, practice generosity that breaks the power of riches, and seek the one thing—Jesus—above all else. This isn’t just about a parable; it’s about your heart right now. Will you allow thorns to choke the Word, or will you receive it, accept it, and bear fruit that multiplies thirty, sixty, and a hundredfold? Lean in and let the Holy Spirit show you what needs to be cleared, so the Word can breathe fresh life in you. The Roads Church: https://theroads.church

“The seed is good, but the condition of the soil determines the production.” In this message, Chad Everett teaches from Mark 4 about the parable of the sower and the stony ground. God’s Word is always good seed, but hidden stones in our hearts—like offense, bitterness, or unforgiveness—can keep it from taking root. Discover how to: Let God reveal and remove the “stones” that limit growth Develop roots deep enough to endure trials and persecution Avoid the trap of offense and walk in forgiveness Stay rooted in Christ, not politics, platforms, or opinions When our hearts are open, God’s Word can go deep, and rivers of living water can flow within us (John 7: 38). Listen in and be encouraged to let the Lord strengthen your roots so you can stand strong and bear fruit—even in the heat of life. The Roads Church - https://theroads.church