Crosscreek Community Church

Jon Silva
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Welcome to Crosscreek Community Church’s Podcast channel! Located in the Pacific Northwest, Crosscreek Community Church offers a welcoming online church community for those on a journey to discover their meaning in life, explore their doubts, ask questions, and discover more about God, Jesus, Christianity, the Bible, and more.

  1. 6D AGO

    You Don’t Have to Prove Yourself to God [The Way of Jesus, part 4]

    Jesus frees us from performing for approval and invites us to live securely in the love of our Heavenly Father instead of striving to prove ourselves. Main Ideas: Approval is powerful. We feel pulled to prove ourselves… to others, to God, to ourselves. In the Kingdom of Heaven, we can stop living for approval… and start living from it. God is a loving, attentive, engaged Father who deeply cares for you personally. God isn’t impressed just because people are. God doesn’t want your religious performance… He wants your relationship. You can pray confidently… not because you have the right words, but because you belong to him. Forgiven people forgive. When you know you don’t have to prove anything to God anymore… you realize you don’t have to prove yourself to anyone else, either. You are already seen, accepted, and loved. And the proof is Jesus. Invitation: Read the Lord’s Prayer slowly each day Do one act of generosity that absolutely no one knows about. —- 📜 |TRANSCRIPT → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/media/2026-03-08.pdf ✍️  | 5 DAY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE → https://substack.com/@crosscreeksalem 🍞 | GATHER TOGETHER → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/#gather | 4:30pm on Sundays. 👋 | SAY HI → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/welcome/ 🤝 | DONATE TO CROSSCREEK → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/donate/ #bible #biblestudy #christianity #christian #church #followingjesus #god #beatitudes #sermononthemount #religion #questions #jesus #christ #jesuschrist

    14 min

  2. MAR 2

    Love Your Enemies [The Way of Jesus, part 3]

    In a world fueled by outrage and division, Jesus invites us into a radically different way of living—one where love, not being right, has the final word. Main Ideas: We’ve accepted hostility as ordinary. A love-shaped heart doesn’t fuel conflict… it heals it. The Law of the Kingdom of Heaven is LOVE. Kingdom People care more about reconciliation than being right. Kingdom People see others as sacred, not objects The Kingdom of Heaven is not behavior modification. It’s heart transformation. In the Kingdom of Heaven, the question isn’t “Is it legal?” The question is “Is it loving?” Kingdom People don’t look for escape clauses. They look for ways to remain faithful. Kingdom People surrender the right to get even. Kingdom People surrender to the Spirit who forms the love of Jesus within them. In the Kingdom of Heaven, people are never obstacles… they’re the point. Invitation: Pray for the person you resent. And maybe… Have the conversation you’ve been avoiding. —- 📜 |TRANSCRIPT → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/media/2026-03-01.pdf ✍️  | 5 DAY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE → https://substack.com/@crosscreeksalem 🍞 | GATHER TOGETHER → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/#gather | 4:30pm on Sundays. 👋 | SAY HI → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/welcome/ 🤝 | DONATE TO CROSSCREEK → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/donate/ #bible #biblestudy #christianity #christian #church #followingjesus #god #beatitudes #sermononthemount #religion #questions #jesus #christ #jesuschrist

    17 min

  3. FEB 24

    The Quiet Power That Changes the World [The Way of Jesus, part 2]

    Jesus reveals that real, lasting change doesn’t come through outrage or withdrawal but through ordinary people living as salt and light… quietly embodying his Kingdom in everyday life. Main Ideas: We live in a culture of polarization and confusion. In the Kingdom of Heaven, identity comes before activity. When we follow Jesus, our lives shine the truth of who God is and what he is doing. Kingdom People are God’s gift to the world. Kingdom people exist to live lives that show who God really is. Small light still pushes back darkness. When we remember who we are in Jesus, the world around us begins to change. Invitation: Refuse to forget who you are. This week, begin your days by declaring, ‘I am salt. I am light. Not because I’m trying harder, but because I belong to Jesus.’ Then intentionally live it out. —- 📜 |TRANSCRIPT → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/media/2026-02-22.pdf ✍️  | 5 DAY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE → https://substack.com/@crosscreeksalem 🍞 | GATHER TOGETHER → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/#gather | 4:30pm on Sundays. 👋 | SAY HI → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/welcome/ 🤝 | DONATE TO CROSSCREEK → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/donate/ #bible #biblestudy #christianity #christian #church #followingjesus #god #beatitudes #sermononthemount #religion #questions #jesus #christ #jesuschrist

    14 min

  4. FEB 16

    Why Losing is Actually Winning [The Way of Jesus, part 1]

    Jesus flips the world’s idea of winning, showing that true life, peace, and belonging come to those the world considers ‘losers’ in God’s Kingdom. Main Ideas: It feels like more people care about winning than about finding a way to live together. Jesus doesn’t step into our chaos with better arguments. He offers a better way to be human. The Kingdom of Heaven: God reigning as king in human hearts… restoring what humanity was always meant to be. Jesus isn’t against “winning.” He redefines it. The Kingdom belongs to people who know they need it. Jesus doesn’t offer “nice ethics.” He announces a rival Kingdom. What looks like losing in this world is often the clearest sign you belong to God’s Kingdom. The Jesus way transforms our view of God, the world, others, and ourselves. We are invited to experience the Kingdom of Heaven in our lives right now. Invitation: Read these verses (Matthew 5:1-12) each day. And ask: What one quality stands out to me? Where could I show that in a conversation or choice today? —- 📜 |TRANSCRIPT → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/media/2026-02-15.pdf ✍️  | 5 DAY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE → https://substack.com/@crosscreeksalem 🍞 | GATHER TOGETHER → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/#gather | 4:30pm on Sundays. 👋 | SAY HI → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/welcome/ 🤝 | DONATE TO CROSSCREEK → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/donate/ #bible #biblestudy #christianity #christian #church #followingjesus #god #beatitudes #sermononthemount #religion #questions #jesus #christ #jesuschrist

    14 min

  5. JAN 26

    Grow From Acceptance, Not Performance [Before You Try Harder, part 3]

    Growth isn’t about perfection or performance, but about pursuing Jesus from a place of acceptance, freedom, and joy. Main Ideas: There’s a real difference between “want to” work and “have to” work. Many of us feel the pressure to follow Jesus the ‘right’ way. real change flows from acceptance… not for it. Knowing Jesus is infinitely better than perfection. The pursuit of of God is the pursuit of joy. The point of following Jesus is Jesus. We don’t grow to be accepted; we grow because we already are. We don’t try harder to impress Jesus… we press on because Jesus already has us. Invitation: Once a day, pause and pray: “God, thank you for loving me… all of me.” And then ask, “What would it look like to enjoy you right now?” —- 📜 |TRANSCRIPT → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/media/2026-01-25.pdf ✍️  | 5 DAY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE → https://substack.com/@crosscreeksalem 🍞 | GATHER TOGETHER → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/#gather | 4:30pm on Sundays. 👋 | SAY HI → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/welcome/ 🤝 | DONATE TO CROSSCREEK → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/donate/

    12 min

  6. JAN 19

    No Condemnation: Finding Freedom and Your True Identity [Before You Try Harder, part 2]

    Jesus frees us from shame and condemnation, replaces fear with freedom, and gives us a new identity rooted in God’s unconditional love. Main Ideas: Our stories shape our identity and our life. Often, the stories that shape us the most are the ones forced on us. The Author of Life, is already at work, rewriting your story from the inside out. We can get stuck in the same broken story over and over. Jesus doesn’t erase our past chapters… he rewrites them into something beautiful. Jesus says you’re not just forgiven… You are rescued. The Holy Spirit of God is guiding you through your story, writing it one page at a time. Our setbacks and our struggles are real… but they are not our truest story. You don’t have to try harder because you’re already loved. Invitation: Catch the old voices and replace them with truth. “I am not condemned. I am God’s beloved child.” Pray: ‘Holy Spirit, help me see myself the way you do.’ —- 📜 |TRANSCRIPT → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/media/2026-01-18.pdf ✍️  | 5 DAY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE → https://substack.com/@crosscreeksalem 🍞 | GATHER TOGETHER → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/#gather | 4:30pm on Sundays. 👋 | SAY HI → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/welcome/ 🤝 | DONATE TO CROSSCREEK → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/donate/

    14 min

  7. JAN 12

    Stop Trying Harder… Discover Your Identity in Jesus [Before You Try Harder, part 1]

    Lasting spiritual change comes from identity in Jesus, not religious performance or self-improvement. Main Ideas: The push to improve can leave us feeling like we’re never enough. Our value is received, not achieved. Our place in God’s family was his idea, not our achievement. When we become children of God, our identity fundamentally changes. God adopted us because it was the thing that would make him the happiest. Following Jesus starts by receiving, not achieving Belief is choosing to be confident that God can and will do what he promised. You can stop chasing a better you and rest in who you already are in Jesus. Invitation: Remember who you are and speak your true name to yourself. I am a child of God. I have all I need in Jesus. I am chosen. I am adopted and accepted. I am saved, forgiven, and sealed. —- 📜 |TRANSCRIPT → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/media/2026-01-11.pdf ✍️  | 5 DAY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE → https://substack.com/@crosscreeksalem 🍞 | GATHER TOGETHER → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/#gather | 4:30pm on Sundays. 👋 | SAY HI → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/welcome/ 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 | JOIN A GROUP → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/#connect 🤝 | DONATE TO CROSSCREEK → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/donate/

    17 min

  8. 12/23/2025

    The Gift That Lasts: Discovering Real Peace This Christmas [Peace on Earth, pt 3]

    Jesus brings lasting peace (shalom), forgiveness, and freedom from sin—peace that goes beyond holiday cheer and transforms your life. —- Welcome to Crosscreek Community Church’s Podcast channel! Located in the Pacific Northwest, Crosscreek Community Church offers a welcoming online church community for those on a journey to discover their meaning in life, explore their doubts, ask questions, and discover more about God, Jesus, Christianity, the Bible, and more. —- Main Ideas: Christmas gifts are great, but they don’t usually last. Christmas is the promise of real lasting peace. We are imprisoned by sin, but the King came to set us free. Darkness can never extinguish the light, and death can never defeat life. Real peace is a gift. God loves you, and he’s inviting you into his family. Peace isn’t just a feeling. It’s a gift. And it’s yours to open this Christmas. —- 📜 |TRANSCRIPT → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/media/2025-12-21.pdf ✍️  | 5 DAY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE → https://substack.com/@crosscreeksalem 🍞 | GATHER TOGETHER → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/#gather | 4:30pm on Sundays. 👋 | SAY HI → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/welcome/ 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 | JOIN A GROUP → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/#connect 🤝 | DONATE TO CROSSCREEK → https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/donate/

    10 min
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Welcome to Crosscreek Community Church’s Podcast channel! Located in the Pacific Northwest, Crosscreek Community Church offers a welcoming online church community for those on a journey to discover their meaning in life, explore their doubts, ask questions, and discover more about God, Jesus, Christianity, the Bible, and more.

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  • Creator
    Jon Silva
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    279
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 Crosscreek Community Church, Salem, Oregon
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