Cross Roads Church - Mount Joy, PA

In this message from Cross Roads Church, Pastor Dawn shares how spiritual growth is deepened through Christlike service, focusing on the transformative power of saying and showing "I see you." Drawing from biblical examples—such as Jesus healing a man with leprosy, feeding the 5,000, and washing his disciples' feet—the message highlights how serving with love, compassion, and humility reflects Jesus’ character and transforms both the giver and the recipient.

In this message, opening Cross Roads’ series on proven spiritual practices, Pastor Doug breaks down why worship is foundational to spiritual growth and what it truly means to express our love to God. Moving past routine definitions, he explores practical ways to deepen our connection with our Heavenly Father—including singing, honest prayer, praising God's character, listening in silence, and living out a daily commitment of obedience.

In a world that values speed, convenience, and tight schedules, following Jesus asks us to step out of our routine. Sharing a real-life story of a stranded couple helped by a generous stranger, Pastor Doug looks at what happens when we make room in our lives to genuinely love others.Following Jesus requires us to slow down, leave our comfort zones behind, and extend a love that isn't always efficient. Wrapping up the Love Does series, this message explores Jesus’s invitation to "Follow me" and what it truly costs to say yes.

Is your life a daring adventure of faith, or has fear taken up residence and started calling the shots? In this message from our Love Does series, Pastor Doug Bender unpacks 2 Timothy 1:7 and 1 John 4:18 to show why fear is one of the greatest enemies of love. Discover how past falls and heartaches push us into defensive comfort zones—and how stepping out in vulnerability and trust allows God’s perfect love to cast out fear and redefine your story.

Have you ever experienced a love so big it leaves you completely speechless? In this message, Pastor Dawn unpacks God's extravagant, "all-in" love—from the beauty of creation in Genesis to the life-changing gift of Jesus.Discover how to remove the "No Entry" sign from your heart, break free from past pain or shame, and step fully into the audacious love God has for you.