Between Services at CrossRoads Church - Decatur, Texas

Join hosts Barry Garrett and Jonathan Ross as we begin a discussion on all things CrossRoads Church in Decatur, Texas. Why another podcast? What's the heart of CrossRoads Church? How do we Introduce and Reintroduce people to Jesus? Plus other rabbit trails. 
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Parenting Message from Jonathan Ross
 

Join hosts Barry Garrett and Jonathan Ross as we hear the origin story of CrossRoads Church in Decatur, Texas. Our podcast guest today is Todd Parks. Todd is the founder of CrossRoads Church, one of the original long time elders, and the one God has used to release His vision into our community. Todd has a unique gift of wisdom and leadership. 
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Isaiah 61:1-3

Join hosts Jonathan Ross and Barry Garrett as they discuss their faith backgrounds, arriving at CrossRoads Church, and their hearts CrossRoads People and the community. Welcome back to Between Services at CrossRoads Church.

Join hosts Jonathan Ross and Barry Garrett as they discuss Jury Duty, Andy Griffith and Otis, Songs every church should sing, plus a great discussion on grace and truth. Welcome back to Between Services at CrossRoads Church.

In Episode 5 Jonathan and Barry sit down with CrossRoads Church Lead Pastor Darren Embree to hear his story of growing up in Vancouver, British Columbia, his call to ministry, the impact of community, and the Embree's trek to Decatur, Texas. Also we have our first theme song submission... it's a jam! Welcome back to Between Services at CrossRoads Church.

Today's episode includes BBQ talk, Construction Talk, and important apologies. We got together to discuss the topic of Worship and as always had a great time. Below are some resources we discussed today. Thanks for listening to Between Services at CrossRoads Church.
 
Songs mentioned on today's podcast:
The Heart of Worship - Matt Redman
The Blessing - Kari Jobe & Cody Carnes
A Forgiving God - SEU Worship 
 
Scriptures mentioned:
Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his name; worship the LORD in the splendor of his holiness. Psalm 29:2
Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. Colossians 3:16
CrossRoads' Sunday Spotify playlist
from Barry - my favorite descriptor of worship was written by Eugene Peterson and I always present it when I teach on worship. And I forgot!! Here it is -
“Worship is the strategy by which we interrupt our preoccupation with ourselves and attend to the presence of God.” - Eugene Peterson from Leap Over A Wall.
Barry's collection of worship quotes

In episode 7 we hear from CrossRoads Church Youth Pastor Luke Sanders. We have some hobby talk that sets up Luke to discuss his so-called surfing hobby. Plus we go back to Jonathan Ross' Church of Christ roots with a bit of acappella music.

On this episode… International podcast listeners, ratings, reviews, and shoutouts, iced tea talk, the heart of CrossRoads Church with a discussion on negotiables, non-negotiables, and the 5 core values of Community, Spiritual Growth, Service, Generosity, and Witness. Welcome to Episode 8 of Between Services at CrossRoads Church.

You know what's exciting about Episode 9? It's almost Episode 10. But first we discuss what will be the expanding reach of the podcast because of today's episode, plus "hammer-hammer-hammer" construction talk, and the hosts' pet peeves. But get excited because today's podcast guest is CrossRoads Church's own Children's Pastor, Jennifer Ross.

Yep, we made it to Episode 10! And we're celebrating the only way we know how: by telling on ourselves.
This episode includes Jonathan and Barry's embarrassing worship-leading stories, construction talk that is somewhat informative, a little NBA Finals discussion, and a conversation about conflict and conflict resolution.
Conflict is a part of every relationship. Families have it. Churches have it. Friends have it. Even followers of Jesus have it. The question isn't whether we'll experience conflict, but whether we'll handle it in a way that leads toward healing instead of division.
Join us as we explore God's heart for reconciliation, restoration, forgiveness, and the kind of healthy conflict that helps relationships grow stronger instead of pulling them apart.