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Sermons from Relate Church in Cross Roads TX

  1. 6D AGO

    Let God Win - Trust | Pastor John Eaton | Arguing with God | 04/26/2026

    We all have moments where we wrestle with God—questioning His justice, His plans, His mercy, and even His goodness. But is there a difference between honest questions and a heart that resists Him? In this powerful opening message of Arguing with God: Let God Win, we explore the tension between lament and accusation. Through the story of Job, we see a man who endured unimaginable loss and suffering, yet refused to turn his back on God. Job asked hard questions—but he never rejected God. And in the end, God responded in a way that brought clarity, humility, and deeper trust. This message challenges us to examine our own hearts: Are we seeking to understand God, or are we trying to prove Him wrong? God invites honest engagement—but He also calls us to trust, surrender, and let Him be God. Even when life doesn’t make sense, He is still good, still sovereign, and still at work. It’s time to stop arguing to win—and start surrendering so God can. Key Takeaways: The difference between honest lament and rejection Why people argue with God’s justice, mercy, and plans What the story of Job teaches us about suffering How to trust God even when you don’t understand Learning to surrender and let God win If this message encouraged you, be sure to like, share, and subscribe so you don’t miss the rest of this series. #LetGodWin #TrustGod #Surrender #FaithOverFear #BookOfJob #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #FaithJourney #HopeInSuffering #GodsPlan

    45 min
  2. APR 19

    In Fear | Pastor John Eaton | Moving Forward | 04/19/2026

    We’re closing out our Moving Forward series with a powerful and challenging truth: not all fear is bad. In fact, there is a kind of fear that will actually move your life forward. After experiencing one of the greatest miracles in history—the parting of the Red Sea—the Israelites stepped into freedom. But it didn’t take long before fear, doubt, and complaining crept back in. Even after witnessing God’s power, they struggled to trust Him in the wilderness. Why? Because God wasn’t just leading them out of Egypt—He was leading them into a relationship. In this message, we explore how God used testing, provision, and instruction to build trust with His people. From manna in the morning to water from the rock, from battles in the wilderness to the powerful moment at Mount Sinai—God was showing them who He is and what it means to truly follow Him. We also unpack the tension in Moses’ words: “Do not be afraid”… yet “fear God.” There is a fear that paralyzes—but there is also a holy fear that produces: • Reverence for God • Obedience to His Word • A deeper, authentic relationship with Him God gave His people something to run to (His promises) and something to run from (disobedience and separation). But more than anything, He wanted their hearts. And that same call is for us today. How you treat others reflects how you treat God. What you do with His instructions reveals your trust in Him. So the question is: Are you moving forward in fear—or in the right kind of fear? It’s time to move forward with reverence, trust, and obedience. #MovingForward #FearOfGod #FaithOverFear #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #TrustGod #Obedience #SpiritualGrowth #ExodusJourney #WalkByFaith #ChurchOnline #RelationshipWithGod #SeriesFinale

    54 min
  3. APR 5

    Pain Will Push You Forward | Pastor John Eaton | Moving Forward | 04/05/2026

    What if the pain you’re experiencing right now isn’t meant to stop you—but to move you? In this message, we continue the journey from Joseph to the Israelites in Egypt, where years of slavery, suffering, and oppression led to one of the most powerful moments in history—deliverance. Through the story of Passover, we see how God used pain, pressure, and even plagues to push His people toward freedom. Pharaoh refused to let go. His heart grew harder with every warning. And yet, what stood in the way of their freedom ultimately became the very thing that pushed them out of bondage. And the same can be true in your life. Sometimes the struggle feels overwhelming. Sometimes the pressure keeps building. But what if God is allowing certain things—not to destroy you—but to move you forward? From the plagues of Egypt to the sacrifice of the Passover lamb, and ultimately to Jesus—our true Deliverer—we see that God has always had a plan to bring His people out of slavery and into freedom. Jesus didn’t come to negotiate your release—He came to invite you: “Come, follow Me.” If you’ve been stuck, discouraged, or overwhelmed, this message will challenge you to stop hardening your heart and start trusting God. Your pain has a purpose. Don’t let it hold you back—let it push you forward. Hashtags: #PainWillPushYouForward #ChristianSermon #FaithOverFear #TrustGod #JesusSaves #BibleTeaching #Passover #Exodus #SpiritualGrowth #KeepGoing #GodIsFaithful #HopeInChrist #ResurrectionPower #MoveForward #DontGiveUp

    45 min
  4. MAR 8

    Forgiveness is Necessary | Pastor John Eaton | Moving Forward | 03/08/2026

    In this message from the “Move Forward” series, we look at the powerful story of Joseph in Genesis and the life-changing truth that forgiveness is necessary if you want to move forward. Joseph was betrayed by his own brothers, stripped of his identity, sold into slavery, falsely accused, and imprisoned for years. Yet God was still working in the middle of the pain. In an incredible turn of events, Joseph went from a prison cell to becoming the second most powerful man in Egypt. But the real test came years later when the very brothers who betrayed him stood before him, desperate for food during a famine. Joseph had a choice: hold on to bitterness or choose forgiveness. Forgiveness isn’t easy. Our minds naturally hold on to pain and injustice. It can feel like forgiving someone means letting them get away with what they did. But true forgiveness doesn’t excuse the wrong—it sets you free from being controlled by it. Through Joseph’s story, we see how God can take the worst moments of our lives and turn them into something meaningful and redemptive. The pain that once seemed unbearable can become part of the purpose God is working out in our lives. If you’re struggling with past hurts, guilt, resentment, or regret, this message will encourage you to trust God with your story. Forgiveness brings freedom. Forgiveness restores perspective. And forgiveness allows God to turn your past into something good. Without forgiveness, you stay stuck in the past. But when you forgive, you step into the future God has prepared for you. #ForgivenessIsFreedom #MoveForwardWithGod #ChristianLife #FaithOverFear #LetGoAndLetGod #JosephStory #GodsPurpose #HealingThroughFaith #OvercomingBitterness #FaithInAction #TrustGod #BibleTeaching #ChristianEncouragement #ForgiveAndMoveForward #GodsPlan #FaithJourney #SpiritualGrowth  #FreedomInChrist #HopeInGod #GodsTiming

    53 min

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Sermons from Relate Church in Cross Roads TX