https://simplecast.com Truth Serum How do you grapple with the myths and messages in our society while holding to a Biblical worldview? Are you a silent bystander or an active debater? Regardless of where you land, join four Millennials for an authentic and lively discussion about the latest ideas and headlines from a Biblical perspective. A Serum is a liquid that is injected into someone's blood to protect them against poison or disease. We want TRUTH to be injected into the souls of young adults. 2020 Crossover Bible Fellowship en Tue, 24 Nov 2020 03:03:07 +0000 Tue, 24 Nov 2020 03:03:17 +0000 https://truthserum.simplecast.com Truth Serum https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/94151172-6168-47f9-bb11-22af306a43ca/3d051aa3-f799-4adc-a854-f194f2e9d47c/3000x3000/truth-serum-podcast-1.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://truthserum.simplecast.com episodic How do you grapple with the myths and messages in our society while holding to a Biblical worldview? Are you a silent bystander or an active debater? Regardless of where you land, join four Millennials for an authentic and lively discussion about the latest ideas and headlines from a Biblical perspective. A Serum is a liquid that is injected into someone's blood to protect them against poison or disease. We want TRUTH to be injected into the souls of young adults. Crossover Bible Fellowship no https://feeds.simplecast.com/LxqYtlQl Crossover Bible Fellowship truth@crossoverbf.com 2bb1551b-4415-4b60-8a60-c5ea05bd20aa 019: The Value of the Black Church (ft. Pastor Jerome Gay Jr.) In this episode, we will discuss the history of the Black Church. The other day I was in a conversation and the topic of the white church and black church was brought up.

If as believers in Christ we are supposed to be one body why is Sunday still one of the most segregated hours of the week? What is the value of the Black church and how has it contributed to the faith at large?

Resources

 

]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2020 03:03:07 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Crossover Bible Fellowship) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/019-the-value-of-the-black-church-ft-pastor-jerome-gay-jr-90xdBKsZ In this episode, we will discuss the history of the Black Church. The other day I was in a conversation and the topic of the white church and black church was brought up.

If as believers in Christ we are supposed to be one body why is Sunday still one of the most segregated hours of the week? What is the value of the Black church and how has it contributed to the faith at large?

Resources

 

]]> 019: The Value of the Black Church (ft. Pastor Jerome Gay Jr.) Crossover Bible Fellowship 01:20:43 In this episode, we will discuss the history of the Black Church. The other day I was in a conversation and the topic of the white church and black church was brought up. If as believers in Christ we are supposed to be one body why is Sunday still one of the most segregated hours of the week? What is the value of the Black church and how has it contributed to the faith at large? In this episode, we will discuss the history of the Black Church. The other day I was in a conversation and the topic of the white church and black church was brought up. If as believers in Christ we are supposed to be one body why is Sunday still one of the most segregated hours of the week? What is the value of the Black church and how has it contributed to the faith at large? no full 7 2 fae09ebf-b618-4528-bacc-73a410f7420a 018: Is Trumpism Bad? In today’s episode, we will discuss: Is Trumpism really bad? Whether kingdoms or governments or employers or households, there are those who take pride in their country, their job, and/or their family. 

But what happens when pride only supports my interest instead of others. Over Time, different societies have generated people who lord their prideful agendas over other people’s needs.

Trumpism is an example of this same type of prideful behavior that puts one's own selfish agenda and ambition over the needs of other people.  We discuss the meaning of Trumpism, its pridefulness, and how believers should respond to its radical ideology.

Resources

Scriptures

  • Mark 12:30-31
  • Mathew 12:1
  • Gal. 5:13-15
  • Luke 10:25-37
  • Daniel 4
  • Proverbs 24:6
  • 1 Kings 12

Books and Videos

  • Leadership as an Identity (Crawford Loritts)
  • Tony Evans - Kingdom Voting
]]> Sat, 7 Nov 2020 14:00:00 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/018-is-trumpism-bad-3tuNp2vy In today’s episode, we will discuss: Is Trumpism really bad? Whether kingdoms or governments or employers or households, there are those who take pride in their country, their job, and/or their family. 

But what happens when pride only supports my interest instead of others. Over Time, different societies have generated people who lord their prideful agendas over other people’s needs.

Trumpism is an example of this same type of prideful behavior that puts one's own selfish agenda and ambition over the needs of other people.  We discuss the meaning of Trumpism, its pridefulness, and how believers should respond to its radical ideology.

Resources

Scriptures

  • Mark 12:30-31
  • Mathew 12:1
  • Gal. 5:13-15
  • Luke 10:25-37
  • Daniel 4
  • Proverbs 24:6
  • 1 Kings 12

Books and Videos

  • Leadership as an Identity (Crawford Loritts)
  • Tony Evans - Kingdom Voting
]]> 018: Is Trumpism Bad? Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan 01:16:21 In today’s episode, we will discuss: Is Trumpism really bad? Whether kingdoms or governments or employers or households, there are those who take pride in their country, their job, and/or their family. But what happens when pride only supports my interest instead of others. In today’s episode, we will discuss: Is Trumpism really bad? Whether kingdoms or governments or employers or households, there are those who take pride in their country, their job, and/or their family. But what happens when pride only supports my interest instead of others. no full 6 2 869c0dcd-ac26-4406-90c5-10bc464f71ab 017: Christianity and the Republican Party In this episode, we will discuss Christianity and the Republican Party. We want to say we are not affiliated with any party nor affirm any party. We are disciples of Jesus Christ who have been transformed by the gospel.

Today we will discuss historically how Christians have voted. Also, how we should not be defined by a political party but how we should be identified as believers of Jesus Christ.

Lastly, we will discuss how we can have hope in God even when our candidate is not selected. 

Resources

]]> Tue, 3 Nov 2020 20:01:51 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/017-christianity-and-the-republican-party-ydvbehuu-C9weqAUs In this episode, we will discuss Christianity and the Republican Party. We want to say we are not affiliated with any party nor affirm any party. We are disciples of Jesus Christ who have been transformed by the gospel.

Today we will discuss historically how Christians have voted. Also, how we should not be defined by a political party but how we should be identified as believers of Jesus Christ.

Lastly, we will discuss how we can have hope in God even when our candidate is not selected. 

Resources

]]> 017: Christianity and the Republican Party Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan 01:12:33 Today we will discuss historically how Christians have voted. Also, how we should not be defined by a political party but how we should be identified as believers of Jesus Christ. Lastly, we will discuss how we can have hope in God even when our candidate is not selected. Today we will discuss historically how Christians have voted. Also, how we should not be defined by a political party but how we should be identified as believers of Jesus Christ. Lastly, we will discuss how we can have hope in God even when our candidate is not selected. no full 5 2 a4741575-af68-4207-bf12-76b52797aebd 016: Anger Management 2020 has given us a multitude of mixed feelings: from Covid-19 to the loss of loved ones, from political agendas to social injustice.

One emotion that has been prevalent during this time is anger. Anger can be expressed and used in many different ways whether for our benefit or for our demise.

In this episode, we will explore the meaning of anger, its dilemma between the righteous/unrighteous, its potential root cause, and how it should be harnessed to promote forgiveness in order to release the pain that dwells inside of all of us.

Resources

Bible Verses

  • Ephesians 4:25-32
  • James 1:19-22
  • Proverbs 18:13
  • 1 Chronicles 21
  • Genesis 4:6-7
  • Acts 16
  • Col. 3:18-20

Books

  • Overcoming the Emotions That Destroy (Chip Ingram)
  • Practical help for angry…
  • Anger by Gary Chapman
  • Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Pete Scazzero
  • Is God a Moral Monster by Paul Copan
]]> Tue, 27 Oct 2020 13:03:00 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/016-anger-management-xlnc08dW 2020 has given us a multitude of mixed feelings: from Covid-19 to the loss of loved ones, from political agendas to social injustice.

One emotion that has been prevalent during this time is anger. Anger can be expressed and used in many different ways whether for our benefit or for our demise.

In this episode, we will explore the meaning of anger, its dilemma between the righteous/unrighteous, its potential root cause, and how it should be harnessed to promote forgiveness in order to release the pain that dwells inside of all of us.

Resources

Bible Verses

  • Ephesians 4:25-32
  • James 1:19-22
  • Proverbs 18:13
  • 1 Chronicles 21
  • Genesis 4:6-7
  • Acts 16
  • Col. 3:18-20

Books

  • Overcoming the Emotions That Destroy (Chip Ingram)
  • Practical help for angry…
  • Anger by Gary Chapman
  • Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Pete Scazzero
  • Is God a Moral Monster by Paul Copan
]]> 016: Anger Management Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan 01:15:40 In this episode, we will explore the meaning of anger, its dilemma between the righteous/unrighteous, its potential root cause, and how it should be harnessed to promote forgiveness in order to release the pain that dwells inside of all of us. In this episode, we will explore the meaning of anger, its dilemma between the righteous/unrighteous, its potential root cause, and how it should be harnessed to promote forgiveness in order to release the pain that dwells inside of all of us. no full 4 2 ebf0a7ee-3b69-4222-820e-97272fa136f9 015: Church Hurt (Part 1) There are times which our feelings, pride, confidence, time, money, and trust are betrayed and this happens in the most unlikely of places, the church.

Examples of Church Hurt

  • Things don't happen as you expect them to. 
  • Church not handling money in the way members expect
  • Feelings of being used
  • Emotional Abuse
  • Church feeling like “work”
  • Lack of integrity from church leaders
  • Personal life not matching up with Spiritual- 
  • Fear of Judgment
  • The feeling of a lack of appreciation for contributions
  • The embarrassment of being “sat down” in a church
  • Double standards, favoritism
  • Rejection and not being chosen for roles in the church
  • Jealousy and Envy

Resources

]]> Tue, 13 Oct 2020 13:00:00 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/015-church-hurt-part-1-w6Vd67n3 There are times which our feelings, pride, confidence, time, money, and trust are betrayed and this happens in the most unlikely of places, the church.

Examples of Church Hurt

  • Things don't happen as you expect them to. 
  • Church not handling money in the way members expect
  • Feelings of being used
  • Emotional Abuse
  • Church feeling like “work”
  • Lack of integrity from church leaders
  • Personal life not matching up with Spiritual- 
  • Fear of Judgment
  • The feeling of a lack of appreciation for contributions
  • The embarrassment of being “sat down” in a church
  • Double standards, favoritism
  • Rejection and not being chosen for roles in the church
  • Jealousy and Envy

Resources

]]> 015: Church Hurt (Part 1) Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan 00:51:32 There are times which our feelings, pride, confidence, time, money, and trust are betrayed and this happens in the most unlikely of places, the church. There are times which our feelings, pride, confidence, time, money, and trust are betrayed and this happens in the most unlikely of places, the church. no full 2 2 f0f67d14-a2a3-42b2-9513-1cd2a36018ba 015: Church Hurt (Part 2) There are times which our feelings, pride, confidence, time, money, and trust are betrayed and this happens in the most unlikely of places, the church.

Examples of Church Hurt

  • Things don't happen as you expect them to. 
  • Church not handling money in the way members expect
  • Feelings of being used
  • Emotional Abuse
  • Church feeling like “work”
  • Lack of integrity from church leaders
  • Personal life not matching up with Spiritual- 
  • Fear of Judgment
  • The feeling of a lack of appreciation for contributions
  • The embarrassment of being “sat down” in a church
  • Double standards, favoritism
  • Rejection and not being chosen for roles in the church
  • Jealousy and Envy

Resources

]]> Tue, 13 Oct 2020 13:00:00 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/015-church-hurt-part-2-z7JbvETb There are times which our feelings, pride, confidence, time, money, and trust are betrayed and this happens in the most unlikely of places, the church.

Examples of Church Hurt

  • Things don't happen as you expect them to. 
  • Church not handling money in the way members expect
  • Feelings of being used
  • Emotional Abuse
  • Church feeling like “work”
  • Lack of integrity from church leaders
  • Personal life not matching up with Spiritual- 
  • Fear of Judgment
  • The feeling of a lack of appreciation for contributions
  • The embarrassment of being “sat down” in a church
  • Double standards, favoritism
  • Rejection and not being chosen for roles in the church
  • Jealousy and Envy

Resources

]]> 015: Church Hurt (Part 2) Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan 00:39:44 There are times which our feelings, pride, confidence, time, money, and trust are betrayed and this happens in the most unlikely of places, the church. There are times which our feelings, pride, confidence, time, money, and trust are betrayed and this happens in the most unlikely of places, the church. no full 3 2 8fdd99c3-0b91-4a9c-89dd-5efda311c983 014: Sick of Being Lonely Welcome back to Truth Serum Podcast, a podcast of Crossover Bible Fellowship. This our 2nd season: The Aftermath. This season we are excited to discuss several topics that are impacting us as a result of Coronavirus. Including one of my favorites, emotions.

Emotions are like tools that God gives us to live our lives more fully. We can choose to face our emotions, entrust them to God and experience the gifts they bring (or, we can deny our feelings and experience the impairment of our feelings) Specifically we are going to discuss loneliness.

Resources

  • The Path of Loneliness by Elisabeth Elliot
  • Voice of the Heart by Chip Dodd
  • Get out of Your Head by Jenny Allen
  • Suicide lifeline 1-800-273-8255
  • Seculosity by David Zahl
  • Life in Community by Dustin Willis
  • Jesus Life by Larry Smith
  • Delighting in the Trinity by Michael Reeves
]]> Tue, 29 Sep 2020 13:00:00 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/014-sick-of-being-lonely-MBPW8svg Welcome back to Truth Serum Podcast, a podcast of Crossover Bible Fellowship. This our 2nd season: The Aftermath. This season we are excited to discuss several topics that are impacting us as a result of Coronavirus. Including one of my favorites, emotions.

Emotions are like tools that God gives us to live our lives more fully. We can choose to face our emotions, entrust them to God and experience the gifts they bring (or, we can deny our feelings and experience the impairment of our feelings) Specifically we are going to discuss loneliness.

Resources

  • The Path of Loneliness by Elisabeth Elliot
  • Voice of the Heart by Chip Dodd
  • Get out of Your Head by Jenny Allen
  • Suicide lifeline 1-800-273-8255
  • Seculosity by David Zahl
  • Life in Community by Dustin Willis
  • Jesus Life by Larry Smith
  • Delighting in the Trinity by Michael Reeves
]]> 014: Sick of Being Lonely Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan 01:02:28 Emotions are like tools that God gives us to live our lives more fully. We can choose to face our emotions, entrust them to God and experience the gifts they bring (or, we can deny our feelings and experience the impairment of our feelings) Specifically we are going to discuss loneliness. Emotions are like tools that God gives us to live our lives more fully. We can choose to face our emotions, entrust them to God and experience the gifts they bring (or, we can deny our feelings and experience the impairment of our feelings) Specifically we are going to discuss loneliness. no full 1 2 1a2d04a6-a176-4454-8eb7-4694d6fdc3b6 Season 2 Trailer Get ready for the aftermath...

af·ter·math (/ˈaftərˌmaTH/) || noun

the consequences or aftereffects of a significant unpleasant event.

Corona changed things forever and with this new season of the truth serum podcast, we had to adapt. We asked over 400 young adults what topics they wanted to hear related to quarantine. 

What's different about season 2?

  • More Guests
  • Live Video Episodes on Facebook
  • Mini-Series on a Single Topics (emotions, politics, toxic thoughts, social justice, lust)
  • More Episodes Than Season One
]]> Mon, 31 Aug 2020 06:30:59 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/season-2-trailer-b0ulTEz3 Get ready for the aftermath...

af·ter·math (/ˈaftərˌmaTH/) || noun

the consequences or aftereffects of a significant unpleasant event.

Corona changed things forever and with this new season of the truth serum podcast, we had to adapt. We asked over 400 young adults what topics they wanted to hear related to quarantine. 

What's different about season 2?

  • More Guests
  • Live Video Episodes on Facebook
  • Mini-Series on a Single Topics (emotions, politics, toxic thoughts, social justice, lust)
  • More Episodes Than Season One
]]> Season 2 Trailer Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan 00:16:15 As we gear up for the 2nd season of the truth serum podcast we wanted to let you know updates, what's coming and some changes we are introducing with this new season. We call it the aftermath... As we gear up for the 2nd season of the truth serum podcast we wanted to let you know updates, what's coming and some changes we are introducing with this new season. We call it the aftermath... no trailer 2 b43e8729-d296-479f-9080-4069833b10bc 013: Racism vs. Religion (Part 2) In this episode, we will discuss race in the church. When we look at our culture it is clear people of color are treated differently in society.

The prevailing thought is that the church is exempt from racism because we are supposed to be unified as one body and that love is stronger than hate.

Whether it is 1920 or 2020 it is clear that the culture has influenced even the church as it relates to race and people take one of three stances:

  1. Blissful Ignorance
  2. Passive Segregation
  3. Working for Change

What does God have to say about racism and what can we do to overcome it?

Racism - prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against someone of a different race based on the belief that one's own race is superior.

Resources

  1. Woke Church (Eric Mason)
  2. How Africa Shaped the Christian Mind? (Oden)
  3. Woke Christian Book List
  4. The Gospel in Human Context (Paul H)
  5. Free At Last? (Carl Ellis)
  6. White Picket Fences (Amy Julia Becker)
  7. Oneness Embraced (Tony Evans)
  8. The Color of Compromise (Jamar Tisby)
  9. Insider Outsider (Bryan Loritts)
  10. Missions Dilemma (Steve Saint)- video series and workbook
  11. Anger (Gary Chapman)
  12. Crucial Conversations (Patterson)
  13. A Christian’s Response to Cops in Our Culture - Sermon, Crossover Bible Fellowship
]]> Fri, 12 Jun 2020 04:09:13 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan, Marshall) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/013-racism-vs-religion-part-2-V2FlxhUN In this episode, we will discuss race in the church. When we look at our culture it is clear people of color are treated differently in society.

The prevailing thought is that the church is exempt from racism because we are supposed to be unified as one body and that love is stronger than hate.

Whether it is 1920 or 2020 it is clear that the culture has influenced even the church as it relates to race and people take one of three stances:

  1. Blissful Ignorance
  2. Passive Segregation
  3. Working for Change

What does God have to say about racism and what can we do to overcome it?

Racism - prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against someone of a different race based on the belief that one's own race is superior.

Resources

  1. Woke Church (Eric Mason)
  2. How Africa Shaped the Christian Mind? (Oden)
  3. Woke Christian Book List
  4. The Gospel in Human Context (Paul H)
  5. Free At Last? (Carl Ellis)
  6. White Picket Fences (Amy Julia Becker)
  7. Oneness Embraced (Tony Evans)
  8. The Color of Compromise (Jamar Tisby)
  9. Insider Outsider (Bryan Loritts)
  10. Missions Dilemma (Steve Saint)- video series and workbook
  11. Anger (Gary Chapman)
  12. Crucial Conversations (Patterson)
  13. A Christian’s Response to Cops in Our Culture - Sermon, Crossover Bible Fellowship
]]> 013: Racism vs. Religion (Part 2) Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan, Marshall 00:59:02 The prevailing thought is that the church is exempt from racism because we are supposed to be unified as one body and that love is stronger than hate. However, racism appears even in the church. What does God have to say about racism and what can we do to overcome it? The prevailing thought is that the church is exempt from racism because we are supposed to be unified as one body and that love is stronger than hate. However, racism appears even in the church. What does God have to say about racism and what can we do to overcome it? black lives matter, race in the church, racism, alllivesmatter no full 13 1 688cb1e8-a741-4ef0-bc9b-746556d27144 012: Racism vs. Religion (Part 1) In this episode, we will discuss race in the church. When we look at our culture it is clear people of color are treated differently in society.

The prevailing thought is that the church is exempt from racism because we are supposed to be unified as one body and that love is stronger than hate.

Whether it is 1920 or 2020 it is clear that the culture has influenced even the church as it relates to race and people take one of three stances:

  1. Blissful Ignorance
  2. Passive Segregation
  3. Working for Change

What does God have to say about racism and what can we do to overcome it?

Racism - prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against someone of a different race based on the belief that one's own race is superior.

Resources

  1. Woke Church (Eric Mason)
  2. How Africa Shaped the Christian Mind? (Oden)
  3. Woke Christian Book List
  4. The Gospel in Human Context (Paul H)
  5. Free At Last? (Carl Ellis)
  6. White Picket Fences (Amy Julia Becker)
  7. Oneness Embraced (Tony Evans)
  8. The Color of Compromise (Jamar Tisby)
  9. Insider Outsider (Bryan Loritts)
  10. Missions Dilemma (Steve Saint)- video series and workbook
  11. Anger (Gary Chapman)
  12. Crucial Conversations (Patterson)
  13. A Christian’s Response to Cops in Our Culture - Sermon, Crossover Bible Fellowship
]]> Fri, 12 Jun 2020 04:06:15 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan, Marshall) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/012-racism-vs-religion-part-1-nUh3QSyY In this episode, we will discuss race in the church. When we look at our culture it is clear people of color are treated differently in society.

The prevailing thought is that the church is exempt from racism because we are supposed to be unified as one body and that love is stronger than hate.

Whether it is 1920 or 2020 it is clear that the culture has influenced even the church as it relates to race and people take one of three stances:

  1. Blissful Ignorance
  2. Passive Segregation
  3. Working for Change

What does God have to say about racism and what can we do to overcome it?

Racism - prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against someone of a different race based on the belief that one's own race is superior.

Resources

  1. Woke Church (Eric Mason)
  2. How Africa Shaped the Christian Mind? (Oden)
  3. Woke Christian Book List
  4. The Gospel in Human Context (Paul H)
  5. Free At Last? (Carl Ellis)
  6. White Picket Fences (Amy Julia Becker)
  7. Oneness Embraced (Tony Evans)
  8. The Color of Compromise (Jamar Tisby)
  9. Insider Outsider (Bryan Loritts)
  10. Missions Dilemma (Steve Saint)- video series and workbook
  11. Anger (Gary Chapman)
  12. Crucial Conversations (Patterson)
  13. A Christian’s Response to Cops in Our Culture - Sermon, Crossover Bible Fellowship
]]> 012: Racism vs. Religion (Part 1) Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan, Marshall 01:00:19 The prevailing thought is that the church is exempt from racism because we are supposed to be unified as one body and that love is stronger than hate. However racism appears even in the church. What does God have to say about racism and what can we do to overcome it? The prevailing thought is that the church is exempt from racism because we are supposed to be unified as one body and that love is stronger than hate. However racism appears even in the church. What does God have to say about racism and what can we do to overcome it? race in the church, racism, alllivesmatter, blacklivesmatter, bible no full 12 1 b4afe6cd-d8de-4d08-866d-477e245b923d 011: Running While Black (Ahmaud Arbery)
  • In today’s episode, we will unpack Running While Black a conversation about Justice and Forgiveness.

    • One of the most pressing issues which are prevalent in the news is the death of Ahmaud Arbery. He was a young black man, 25 years old who went for a jog and was shot by 2 white men who claim they were trying to stop suspicious activity in their neighborhood and were looking to make a citizen’s arrest.

    With yet another wrongful shooting under the backdrop racism, how does God, Justice, and Forgiveness fit in a situation like this? How should we feel?

    Resources

    ]]>     Thu, 28 May 2020 19:38:31 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/011-running-while-black-ahmaud-arbery-Arfip6z_
  • In today’s episode, we will unpack Running While Black a conversation about Justice and Forgiveness.

    • One of the most pressing issues which are prevalent in the news is the death of Ahmaud Arbery. He was a young black man, 25 years old who went for a jog and was shot by 2 white men who claim they were trying to stop suspicious activity in their neighborhood and were looking to make a citizen’s arrest.

    With yet another wrongful shooting under the backdrop racism, how does God, Justice, and Forgiveness fit in a situation like this? How should we feel?

    Resources

    ]]>     011: Running While Black (Ahmaud Arbery) Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan 01:24:24 In today’s episode, we will unpack Running While Black a conversation about Justice and Forgiveness. With yet another wrongful shooting under the backdrop racism, how does God, Justice, and Forgiveness fit in a situation like this? How should we feel? In today’s episode, we will unpack Running While Black a conversation about Justice and Forgiveness. With yet another wrongful shooting under the backdrop racism, how does God, Justice, and Forgiveness fit in a situation like this? How should we feel? no full 11 1     8730c2af-a073-445b-be37-34a5b437c322 010: Over Saved - Legalism Too many times we run into individuals who are "over-saved" in other words they have a list of additional rules to follow in order for people to "stay saved". We will dissect legalism or dependence on moral law rather than on personal faith.

     

    Resources

    • Saving the Saved (By: Bryan Loritts)
    • Beat God to the Punch (Dr. Eric Mason)
    • Leadership as an Identity (Crawford Loritts)
    • Respectable Sins (Jerry Bridges)
    • The Grace Awakening (Charles R. Swindoll)
    • How People Change (Timothy S. Lane, Paul David Tripp)
    ]]>     Tue, 12 May 2020 21:36:16 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/010-over-saved-legalism-e_BNxBNN Too many times we run into individuals who are "over-saved" in other words they have a list of additional rules to follow in order for people to "stay saved". We will dissect legalism or dependence on moral law rather than on personal faith.

     

    Resources

    • Saving the Saved (By: Bryan Loritts)
    • Beat God to the Punch (Dr. Eric Mason)
    • Leadership as an Identity (Crawford Loritts)
    • Respectable Sins (Jerry Bridges)
    • The Grace Awakening (Charles R. Swindoll)
    • How People Change (Timothy S. Lane, Paul David Tripp)
    ]]>     010: Over Saved - Legalism Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan 01:05:26 Too many times we run into individuals who are "over-saved" in other words they have a list of additional rules to follow in order for people to "stay saved". We will dissect legalism or dependence on moral law rather than on personal faith. Too many times we run into individuals who are "over-saved" in other words they have a list of additional rules to follow in order for people to "stay saved". We will dissect legalism or dependence on moral law rather than on personal faith. no full 10 1     a219e9fd-b380-420b-b226-606cfa3772cb 009: Cotton Candy Christianity (Part 2) Oftentimes individuals will say that it is God will for me to be happy and not to experience any suffering in our lives. For because we have heard this we start to desire for our lives to look a certain way and not to experience any adversity in our lives. In other words, we want to uncover the truth. Is it God’s will for me to experience suffering in our lives? And ultimately how do we overcome the desire for comfort in our lives?

    Resources

    ]]>     Tue, 28 Apr 2020 21:15:29 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Desirae, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/009-cotton-candy-christianity-part-2-JkTavMth Oftentimes individuals will say that it is God will for me to be happy and not to experience any suffering in our lives. For because we have heard this we start to desire for our lives to look a certain way and not to experience any adversity in our lives. In other words, we want to uncover the truth. Is it God’s will for me to experience suffering in our lives? And ultimately how do we overcome the desire for comfort in our lives?

    Resources

    ]]>     009: Cotton Candy Christianity (Part 2) Joaquin, Desirae, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan 00:55:39 In today's episode, we will be discussing the second half of the topic of Cotton Candy Christianity “Overcoming the desire for comfort with no trouble”. In today's episode, we will be discussing the second half of the topic of Cotton Candy Christianity “Overcoming the desire for comfort with no trouble”. no full 9 1     79e970e2-9f44-486d-97d1-3b656c2daf71 008: Cotton Candy Christianity (Part 1) Oftentimes individuals will say that it is God will for me to be happy and not to experience any suffering in our lives. For because we have heard this we start to desire for our lives to look a certain way and not to experience any adversity in our lives. In other words, we want to uncover the truth. Is it God’s will for me to experience suffering in our lives? And ultimately how do we overcome the desire for comfort in our lives?

    Resources

    ]]>     Tue, 28 Apr 2020 21:12:49 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Desirae, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/008-cotton-candy-christianity-zlIb8y4K Oftentimes individuals will say that it is God will for me to be happy and not to experience any suffering in our lives. For because we have heard this we start to desire for our lives to look a certain way and not to experience any adversity in our lives. In other words, we want to uncover the truth. Is it God’s will for me to experience suffering in our lives? And ultimately how do we overcome the desire for comfort in our lives?

    Resources

    ]]>     008: Cotton Candy Christianity (Part 1) Joaquin, Desirae, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan 00:47:10 In today's episode, we will be discussing the topic of Cotton Candy Christianity “Overcoming the desire for comfort with no trouble”. In today's episode, we will be discussing the topic of Cotton Candy Christianity “Overcoming the desire for comfort with no trouble”. no full 8 1     026631af-419a-4c2f-952e-bdd68893b242 007: Christianity On My Own Terms In today’s episode, we will delve into the topic of Christianity on My Own Terms. When people define what it means to be a Christian in their own opinion rather than biblical truth. This is God’s truth vs. your personal perspective. We want to cover everything from denominations to disagreements.

    Resources

    1. Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life (Donald S. Whitney)
    2. Living by the Book (Howard Hendricks)
    3. Sermon: Eternal Pursuit: Works & Reward (2 Corinthians 5:9-11)
    4. Systematic Theology (Wayne Grudem)
    5. Women of the Word (Jen Wilken)
    ]]>     Tue, 14 Apr 2020 05:10:07 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/007-christianity-on-my-own-terms-GuyDk1il In today’s episode, we will delve into the topic of Christianity on My Own Terms. When people define what it means to be a Christian in their own opinion rather than biblical truth. This is God’s truth vs. your personal perspective. We want to cover everything from denominations to disagreements.

    Resources

    1. Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life (Donald S. Whitney)
    2. Living by the Book (Howard Hendricks)
    3. Sermon: Eternal Pursuit: Works & Reward (2 Corinthians 5:9-11)
    4. Systematic Theology (Wayne Grudem)
    5. Women of the Word (Jen Wilken)
    ]]>     007: Christianity On My Own Terms Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan 01:07:33 In today’s episode, we will delve into the topic of Christianity on My Own Terms. When people define what it means to be a Christian in their own opinion rather than biblical truth. This is God’s truth vs. your personal perspective. We want to cover everything from denominations to disagreements. In today’s episode, we will delve into the topic of Christianity on My Own Terms. When people define what it means to be a Christian in their own opinion rather than biblical truth. This is God’s truth vs. your personal perspective. We want to cover everything from denominations to disagreements. no full 7 1     a07e3d6d-f312-4e74-a784-2cf2218a1e44 006: Purpose Over Pleasure In today’s episode, we explore the meaning of purpose and what it looks like for each person. Is purpose something we discover or something that we were born to do?

    Resources:

    • Just DO Something - Kevin De Young
    • The Call-Os Guiness
    • Kingdom Single - Tony Evans
    • Discover Your Destiny - Tony Evans
    • Start - Jon Acuff
    ]]>     Tue, 31 Mar 2020 00:31:59 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/006-purpose-over-pleasure-QuPoRCoI In today’s episode, we explore the meaning of purpose and what it looks like for each person. Is purpose something we discover or something that we were born to do?

    Resources:

    • Just DO Something - Kevin De Young
    • The Call-Os Guiness
    • Kingdom Single - Tony Evans
    • Discover Your Destiny - Tony Evans
    • Start - Jon Acuff
    ]]>     006: Purpose Over Pleasure Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan 00:51:09 In today’s episode, we explore the meaning of purpose and what it looks like for each person. Is purpose something we discover or something that we were born to do? In today’s episode, we explore the meaning of purpose and what it looks like for each person. Is purpose something we discover or something that we were born to do? no full 6 1     eb7eb27c-8a54-4434-9fa6-94168b91dc47 005: 'Rona In today’s episode we will talk about the virus that is sweeping through the entire world infecting and killing people at alarming rates. 

    Schools, Sporting Events, concerts, church services, and social gatherings have all been cancelled and it leads people to think that the world is falling apart.

    In this episode, we hope to shed some light in spite of the seriousness of this virus so that all will be able to know that God cares and He is in control.

    You're to our weekly prayer calls on Saturdays at 5:00pm

    T.R.U.T.H. Young Adults: 5:00pm
    319-527-3513
    Access Code: 712146

    If you have any questions, comments or prayer needs email us at truth@crossoverbf.com

    ]]>     Sat, 21 Mar 2020 21:04:21 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Crossover Bible Fellowship) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/005-rona-P7YbzsUr In today’s episode we will talk about the virus that is sweeping through the entire world infecting and killing people at alarming rates. 

    Schools, Sporting Events, concerts, church services, and social gatherings have all been cancelled and it leads people to think that the world is falling apart.

    In this episode, we hope to shed some light in spite of the seriousness of this virus so that all will be able to know that God cares and He is in control.

    You're to our weekly prayer calls on Saturdays at 5:00pm

    T.R.U.T.H. Young Adults: 5:00pm
    319-527-3513
    Access Code: 712146

    If you have any questions, comments or prayer needs email us at truth@crossoverbf.com

    ]]>     005: 'Rona Crossover Bible Fellowship 01:02:57 In today’s episode, we will talk about the virus that is sweeping through the entire world infecting and killing people at alarming rates. Schools, Sporting Events, concerts, church services, and social gatherings have all been canceled and it leads people to think that the world is falling apart. In this episode, we hope to shed some light in spite of the seriousness of this virus so that all will be able to know that God cares and He is in control. In today’s episode, we will talk about the virus that is sweeping through the entire world infecting and killing people at alarming rates. Schools, Sporting Events, concerts, church services, and social gatherings have all been canceled and it leads people to think that the world is falling apart. In this episode, we hope to shed some light in spite of the seriousness of this virus so that all will be able to know that God cares and He is in control. no full 5 1     82baad29-e1a1-48b2-ac0e-a44bb885a22c 004: Riding Shotgun  In today's episode, we will be continuing our Cultural Addiction Series engaging in the cultural dilemma of Apathy.

    In our current culture, responsibility is shaped based on one's own personal autonomy and how one has been raised by their own family.

    We have tendency to only care about what goes on in our everyday lives rather than the needs of other people.

    Join us as we move from being apathetic to being available, so that we may be able to help the next generation.

    ]]>     Fri, 13 Mar 2020 13:00:00 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/004-riding-shotgun-P1sLJjfv  In today's episode, we will be continuing our Cultural Addiction Series engaging in the cultural dilemma of Apathy.

    In our current culture, responsibility is shaped based on one's own personal autonomy and how one has been raised by their own family.

    We have tendency to only care about what goes on in our everyday lives rather than the needs of other people.

    Join us as we move from being apathetic to being available, so that we may be able to help the next generation.

    ]]>     004: Riding Shotgun Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan 00:54:36 In today's episode, we will be continuing our Cultural Addiction Series engaging in the cultural dilemma of Apathy. In today's episode, we will be continuing our Cultural Addiction Series engaging in the cultural dilemma of Apathy. woke, faith, orthopraxy, spirituality, social awareness, aid, orthodoxy, scripture, help, social justice, theology, culture no full 4 1     2dd4f9a4-5341-4bd2-bb79-9e921df91e76 003: Cultural Autonomy In today's episode, we will be discussing the cultural nuances of the western world and how those nuances lead people to their own cultural autonomy.

    In westernized society, it seems the ability to follow the Scriptures has been superseded by the cultures' ability to follow what one believes is true. And whatever that truth is, the truth has to be just as true as the Bible.

    Join us as we discuss the cultural norms of today so that we can help bring the Only Truth to the next generation.

    Resources:

    • Counter Culture By David Platt
    • Moral Choices 4th Edition by Scott B. Rae
    • The Intolerance of Tolerance by D.A. Carson
    • Gay Girl, Good God by Jackie Hill Perry
    • The Reason for God, Tim Keller
    • I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist by Norman Geiser
    ]]>     Fri, 28 Feb 2020 14:00:00 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/003-WEX93C1_ In today's episode, we will be discussing the cultural nuances of the western world and how those nuances lead people to their own cultural autonomy.

    In westernized society, it seems the ability to follow the Scriptures has been superseded by the cultures' ability to follow what one believes is true. And whatever that truth is, the truth has to be just as true as the Bible.

    Join us as we discuss the cultural norms of today so that we can help bring the Only Truth to the next generation.

    Resources:

    • Counter Culture By David Platt
    • Moral Choices 4th Edition by Scott B. Rae
    • The Intolerance of Tolerance by D.A. Carson
    • Gay Girl, Good God by Jackie Hill Perry
    • The Reason for God, Tim Keller
    • I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist by Norman Geiser
    ]]>     003: Cultural Autonomy Joaquin, Aaron, Brittnee, Nathan 01:02:15 In today's episode, we will be discussing the cultural nuances of the western world and how those nuances lead people to their own cultural autonomy. In westernized society, it seems the ability to follow the Scriptures has been superseded by the cultures' ability to follow what one believes is true. And whatever that truth is, the truth has to be just as true as the Bible. Join us as we discuss the cultural norms of today so that we can help bring the Only Truth to the next generation. In today's episode, we will be discussing the cultural nuances of the western world and how those nuances lead people to their own cultural autonomy. In westernized society, it seems the ability to follow the Scriptures has been superseded by the cultures' ability to follow what one believes is true. And whatever that truth is, the truth has to be just as true as the Bible. Join us as we discuss the cultural norms of today so that we can help bring the Only Truth to the next generation. no full 3 1     5c59d3a1-a826-4813-b6f9-3a0a1ada3a98 002: The Love Below In today's episode, we will be discussing Relationship Goals and how they affect our choices and our communication with the opposite sex.

    So there is this dynamic duo in the music industry from Atlanta Ga by the name of Outkast.

    In 2003 they put out a dual deluxe album called speakerbox/The Love Below. Big boi on speakerbox and The love below on Andre 3000. On the Love below, Andre lays out different types of thought process for relationships. He discusses topics from sex, communication issues, marriage, etc. The reason why I bring this up is because his album is kinda the way our culture thinks about relationships.

    Just like the love below album, our culture also has different types of thoughts when it comes to relationship goals. 

    We did a survey within our church and we asked the question: what are your current goals for dating?

    • 80% Marriage
    • 70% friendship
    • 50% Checking Compatibility
    • 20% fun/good time
    • 10% free Food
    • 10% It's not that serious.
    ]]>     Fri, 14 Feb 2020 14:00:00 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Crossover Bible Fellowship) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/002-the-love-below-dkWYHUzB In today's episode, we will be discussing Relationship Goals and how they affect our choices and our communication with the opposite sex.

    So there is this dynamic duo in the music industry from Atlanta Ga by the name of Outkast.

    In 2003 they put out a dual deluxe album called speakerbox/The Love Below. Big boi on speakerbox and The love below on Andre 3000. On the Love below, Andre lays out different types of thought process for relationships. He discusses topics from sex, communication issues, marriage, etc. The reason why I bring this up is because his album is kinda the way our culture thinks about relationships.

    Just like the love below album, our culture also has different types of thoughts when it comes to relationship goals. 

    We did a survey within our church and we asked the question: what are your current goals for dating?

    • 80% Marriage
    • 70% friendship
    • 50% Checking Compatibility
    • 20% fun/good time
    • 10% free Food
    • 10% It's not that serious.
    ]]>     002: The Love Below Crossover Bible Fellowship 00:49:56 In today's episode, we will be discussing Relationship Goals and how they affect our choices and our communication with the opposite sex. In our culture, relationships have become the goal where singleness is demonized and relationships/marriage is glorified. Join us as we discuss the "love" below and how True Love can help to redirect our goals and aid the next generation. In today's episode, we will be discussing Relationship Goals and how they affect our choices and our communication with the opposite sex. In our culture, relationships have become the goal where singleness is demonized and relationships/marriage is glorified. Join us as we discuss the "love" below and how True Love can help to redirect our goals and aid the next generation. no full 2 1     b608959d-5f09-46d9-9a6c-92a2f24f0ae1 001: Community In today's episode, we will be discussing Community and how it affects our everyday lives.

    Building a solid community can be difficult to achieve. We live in a westernized culture where business is the norm and where people are told to pull themselves up by their own bootstraps.

    We live in a culture where loneliness and isolation are not only due to low self-esteem and lack of confidence but to choices made to mask transparency and authenticity.

    Join us as we discuss the life of community and community that can help us and the next generation.

    ]]>     Fri, 7 Feb 2020 14:00:00 +0000 truth@crossoverbf.com (Crossover Bible Fellowship) https://truthserum.simplecast.com/episodes/001-community-_mUVWMSr In today's episode, we will be discussing Community and how it affects our everyday lives.

    Building a solid community can be difficult to achieve. We live in a westernized culture where business is the norm and where people are told to pull themselves up by their own bootstraps.

    We live in a culture where loneliness and isolation are not only due to low self-esteem and lack of confidence but to choices made to mask transparency and authenticity.

    Join us as we discuss the life of community and community that can help us and the next generation.

    ]]>     001: Community Crossover Bible Fellowship 00:49:50 In today's episode, we will be discussing Community and how it affects our everyday lives. Join us as we discuss the life of community and community that can help us and the next generation. In today's episode, we will be discussing Community and how it affects our everyday lives. Join us as we discuss the life of community and community that can help us and the next generation. no full 1 1