Crossroads Bible Church Podcast

“It is to your advantage that I go away, for the Helper will come to you.” — John 16 : 7 In this message at The Roads Church, William Wood shares how Jesus’ words to His disciples still apply to us today: the Holy Spirit is our Helper, not our controller. William teaches from John 16 : 5–11, showing how the Spirit convicts the world of sin (unbelief), righteousness (the standard revealed through the Church), and judgment (the verdict already declared over Satan). With biblical clarity and real-life testimonies, he calls believers to live surrendered, Spirit-filled lives that shift the spiritual atmosphere around them. Whether you are just beginning your walk with Christ or have followed Him for years, this message will encourage you to recognize the Helper within you and to walk boldly in the authority Jesus has given. The Roads Church: https://theroads.church

Are we too busy, too distracted, or too shallow to let God’s Word take root, or are we cultivating good soil that produces lasting fruit? In this message from The Roads Church, Pastor Chad Everett teaches from Mark 4 on the parable of the sower and the soils. The seed—the Word of God—is always good, but the condition of our heart determines the harvest. As you listen, you will be challenged to: Examine the true condition of your heart. Understand why repentance is necessary for forgiveness. Develop ears that hear and apply God’s Word. Keep sowing faithfully, even when you don’t feel like it. Guard against the busyness and distractions that steal the seed. This episode is a call to slow down, open your Bible, and let the Holy Spirit show you the state of your heart. The same seed can bring thirty, sixty, or a hundredfold return—but only in soil that is ready. The Roads Church: https://theroads.church

What kind of soil is in your heart?

In this message, Pastor Chad Everett continues the Soil and Seed – Keys to the Kingdom series with a powerful question: Which seed are we growing? From Genesis 1–3, he shows how every life is producing fruit from one of two seeds—the deception of the enemy or the truth of Christ. Discover how to move beyond feelings, stand on God’s Word, and cultivate the seed of Jesus in your life.

What holds revival together? According to guest speaker and long-time friend of The Roads Church, Lee Grady, it’s not just miracles, healings, or signs and wonders—it’s love and relationships. In this powerful message, Bonds of Steel, Lee shows us from the life of the Apostle Paul how the Holy Spirit builds unshakable relationships that strengthen the church and advance the Kingdom. From Paul’s mentoring of Timothy, to his partnership with Barnabas, to his divine connection with Luke, we see how God uses relationships to change history. Lee challenges us to pursue the three types of relationships every Christian needs: A Paul (mentor) A Barnabas (friend) A Timothy (disciple) He also shares practical steps for overcoming hurt, letting go of fear, and investing in others so that our lives reflect the love of Jesus. If you’ve ever struggled with loneliness, church hurt, or feeling disconnected, this message will remind you that Christianity is not “just me and Jesus”—it’s about walking in fellowship, unity

“No angel, no creature, no human—no one—was worthy to open the scroll. This humbles us because it reminds us how much we need Him.” – Blake Bradley Step into the arena of heaven in The Only One Worthy, a powerful message from Blake Bradley at The Roads Church. In Revelation 5, John sees the throne of God and hears the question, “Who is worthy to open the scroll?” The answer shakes eternity—only the Lamb who was slain. From the Lamb’s worthiness in the throne room to His sacrifice at the cross, we are invited into covenant friendship with God, called to walk in holiness, and challenged to live in a way that reflects the Worthy One within us. This message will stir your worship, deepen your surrender, and remind you that Jesus alone deserves every part of your life. The Roads Church https://theroads.church

What if you’re not waiting on God—what if He’s waiting on you? In today’s message, Pastor Chad Everett helps us confront the lies that keep us passive, disconnected, and stuck. You’ll discover that when Christ came into your life, He brought everything you need. Now, it’s time to live like it. Partakers of the Divine Nature isn’t a someday promise—it’s your right now reality.

Are you living with unstoppable joy? In this sermon, Chris Pollard challenges us to move beyond fleeting happiness and step into the strength and joy found only in Jesus. Learn how joy is a weapon against the enemy, why persecution can’t stop the gospel, and how to live as a witness of Christ’s joy in everyday life. Watch now and be stirred to: Live from the reality of heaven, not the chaos around you. Use joy as a weapon of faith. Refuse offense and walk in unity as the church. Find your strength in the joy of the Lord (Nehemiah 8:10). The Roads Church https://the roads.church

“What’s on the other side of your yes to God?” This message from Lana Vasquez is more than a story—it’s a call to action. What if your next yes could save a life, restore hope, or change a generation? Lana’s journey with Life Impact International shows the power of one surrendered life. From rescuing children out of trafficking in Thailand, Burma, and Brazil to confronting fear and stepping out of the boat like Peter in Matthew 14, this message will stir your heart to trust Jesus in a new way. There are always faces, names, and stories on the other side of our obedience. Are you willing to risk comfort for the sake of one life? Listen to this message, open your Bible, and let God show you your next yes. The Roads Church - https://theroads.church

This powerful message from Pastor Chris McDonald will stir your spirit, challenge your mindset, and equip you to speak God's Word with authority and live by faith—not by sight. Too many believers settle for what they see, instead of declaring what God has said. But faith is your title deed. It’s time to stop negotiating with the promises of God and start believing like Jesus did—with the God kind of faith. In this message, you'll discover: ✅ What it means to have the God kind of faith ✅ How to speak to your mountain and see results ✅ Why unbelief shuts down the miraculous ✅ Real stories of healing, breakthrough, and faith in action ✅ How to stop living by fear and start living by the Word

What if everything God wants to do in your life has already been placed inside you—in seed form? In this powerful message, “Everything You Need Is in the Seed,” from the sermon series "SOIL AND SEED - KEYS TO THE KINGDOM," Pastor Chad Everett unpacks a timeless truth from God’s Word: when God wants something to grow, He starts with a seed. From Genesis to the life of Jesus, the Bible reveals a divine pattern—every purpose, every breakthrough, every transformation begins with a seed planted in faith. Whether you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your calling, this sermon will help you see the potential God has already placed within you. You’ll discover how the seed of Christ in you has the power to produce a harvest of righteousness, purpose, and lasting fruit—when it’s planted and nurtured.

What if the life you’ve been living isn’t the life God created you for? In this powerful message, Justin Younger shares the life-changing truth that through Jesus, we’ve been reconciled to God—not just to escape sin, but to be restored into relationship with the Father. You’ll discover how valuable your life truly is, what it means to be a new creation in Christ, and how to stop striving for identity and start living from it. If you’ve ever struggled with shame, felt distant from God, or wondered if you were truly made new—this message is for you. The Roads Church: https://theroads.church

“We don’t sow seeds to get things from God—we sow seeds to become like God.” - Chad Everett What if your life isn’t about trying harder to be a better Christian—but about becoming someone who naturally reflects Jesus? In this message, Pastor Chad Everett invites you to discover the truth that changes everything: You were created in the image and likeness of God. The seed of His Word already contains everything you need for growth, transformation, and purpose—it just needs good soil to grow. If you’ve ever felt like you’re striving, stuck, or spiritually dry, this message will realign your heart and restore your focus. You’ll see how identity comes before assignment—and how becoming like Christ starts by receiving what’s already been planted in you. This message is for you if you want to: • Stop striving and start growing • Understand who God created you to be • Let go of religious pressure and walk in grace • Develop roots that produce real fruit in your life Don’t just hear a good message—let the Word t

Are you feeling stuck in your faith—comfortable, but not fully alive? Do you sense God calling you forward, but something inside keeps holding back? In this bold and honest message, Blake Bradley exposes the subtle danger of spiritual passivity and self-centered Christianity. Drawing from the story of King David in 2 Samuel 11, Blake shows how easy it is to stay behind when we’re called to step up—and how that choice can lead to devastating consequences. But he also reveals the path back: a heart of repentance, a return to God’s presence, and a life marked by surrender. This message is for you if: * You’ve been battling temptation or spiritual drift * You’re ready to tear down the idol of self and say yes to God’s call * You want to leave a legacy that burns for Jesus * You’re hungry for more than surface-level Christianity This is a moment to examine who is truly on the throne of your heart. Is it Jesus—or the idol of self? Blake invites us to lay down passivity, pride, and marginal obedience in exchange

What if your life wasn’t meant to be just fruitful—but seed for something greater? In this message, you’ll be confronted with a choice that every follower of Jesus must make: Will you hold onto comfort, or will you lay down your life so that others might truly live? Jesus said, “Unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains alone. But if it dies, it produces much grain.” This isn’t just a metaphor—it’s the invitation to surrender, sacrifice, and legacy. You’ll be challenged to rethink what it means to follow Christ, to love Him through obedience, and to carry the gospel with boldness in a world desperate for truth. This message will stir you. It will expose false gospels that settle for convenience. It will remind you that humility is more than an attitude—it’s obedience. And it will call you to live for something that actually matters: a life fully laid down for Jesus. If you’ve been searching for clarity, conviction, or confirmation, this is for you. Don’t just watch—respond. Let thi

In this powerful message, Greg Short unpacks the deeper meaning of the tabernacle and what it reveals about how we approach God today. Focusing on the bronze laver from Exodus 30 and Hebrews 8, Greg shares how the Word of God acts as our daily cleansing—removing the residue of the world and preparing us for God’s presence. His presence is everything. This message is a call to go beyond the altar of salvation and into the holy place—to be washed daily by the Word and transformed from the inside out. “You shall also make a laver of bronze, with its base also of bronze, for washing. You shall put it between the tabernacle of meeting and the altar. And you shall put water in it, for Aaron and his sons shall wash their hands and their feet in water from it. When they go into the tabernacle of meeting, or when they come near the altar to minister, to burn an offering made by fire to the Lord, they shall wash with water, lest they die. So they shall wash their hands and their feet, lest they die. And it shall be a

Do you feel stuck, waiting on God to move in your life? What if you already have everything you need to grow—right now? In this message, discover how to unlock the power of the Seed of the Word in your spirit. Learn how to plant God’s Word in the soil of your heart and grow the life God has designed for you—one of transformation, freedom, and purpose. The Bible isn’t just a book of stories—it’s a bag of seed, waiting for you to sow it into your life. Stop waiting for a blessing to fall from the sky. Start growing the harvest God has already promised. Get ready to: PLANT THE SEED!

Your soil matters more than you think. You’ve been hearing the Word, quoting scripture, maybe even planting seeds of faith. But if nothing’s growing, it’s time to check the soil. The problem isn’t always the seed—it’s where it’s landing. In this message, Pastor Chad Everett reveals the creative power of your spirit, the soil God designed to produce supernatural results. When the Word gets into your spirit—not just your mind—it will grow. That’s how the Kingdom of God works. This message will challenge you to: * Stop living from your formed part (your body and mind) * Start engaging your created part (your spirit—the real you) * Plant the Word deep in your heart and watch it multiply thirty, sixty, and one hundredfold Your spirit is not ordinary dirt. It was created by God to bring forth His purposes. But it can only produce when the Word is planted deep within it. It’s time to stop just hearing the Word and start growing it. https://theroads.church

“Everything you need—peace, wisdom, direction, comfort—is waiting. But you have to get quiet enough to receive it.” Prayer is not a burden—it’s a gift. A gift that doesn’t wear out, go out of style, or fade with time. But for many of us, it’s been left on the shelf. In this message, you’ll be invited to pick it up again. God has already provided what you’re searching for: Rest for your soul (Matthew 11 : 28) Direction for your life (Psalm 119 : 105) Peace that the world can’t give (John 14 : 27) Wisdom for every decision (Proverbs 2 : 6) It’s all in His Word. But the key is this: You must abide in Him through prayer. This isn’t a message to admire. It’s an invitation to act. Don’t wait for perfect conditions. Start today. Open your Bible. Open your heart. Put the distractions down and receive the gift of prayer. The Roads Church: https://theroads.church

“It is actually freedom to live fully submitted to whatever He says.” If God’s Word says it, we obey it. If God speaks, we respond—without delay. If Jesus gave everything, we give Him first place in our hearts. We walk in repentance, humility, and awe. Even when no one is watching, our lives should reflect the holiness of the One we follow. When we live to please ourselves, we become slaves to our own desires. But when we live to please the Lord, we walk in true liberty—the freedom to live fully alive, fully holy, and fully His. Let this message shake you. Examine your heart. Are you living to please the Lord or seeking comfort, affirmation, or permission to remain the same? God is holy. And He’s calling us higher. If you made a decision to follow Jesus today, text NEWLIFE to 618-243-0900. The Roads Church: https://theroads.church