Crossroads Columbus

Often the most obvious thing is the hardest to see. We are either too close to the problem or our minds are consumed with other thoughts. This is why we need each other and the Holy Spirit. They catch our blindspots and keep us from missing what’s right in front us. He is here to help and guide us (John 14:26).

Crossroads Night at the Clippers was a blast! This incredible community brought the energy, laughter, and fun to make it a wonderful night at the ballpark. Thanks to everyone who came out and rocked their new Clippers x Crossroads hats. This is what great summer nights are made of.

We need an army of people investing in the next generation. If you aren’t building them up, you are stifling what God is doing. Let’s choose to encourage and hand off our faith. To do this, consider who you can personally invest in. Whether you are a teacher, parent, or business owner, you can profoundly impact the trajectory of someone’s life.

Join the guys of Crossroads Columbus for a night at Pins on Thursday, July 18 from 7-9pm. Grab a friend and enjoy a fun night out. We’re covering two drinks and duckpin bowling! Let us know you are coming by going to https://bit.ly/3VOpFgU

While you are waiting for conditions to be perfect, your skills to measure up, and your past to go away, you’re missing out on opportunities. As we let these unseen weights go and accept that God loves us despite our flaws, we room for what God has for us. He’s calling you into something deeper if you are willing to take the step.

No one truly has everything figured out. Even the person who meticulously plans their next five steps in life could hit a roadblock at any moment and have to detour. Through it all, God promises to be our Wonderful Counselor (Isaiah 9:6). When you aren’t sure to turn left, right, or turn around, ask the one who knows everything that’s to come before it even happens. He is here to guide us.

There’s a vibrant group of young professionals in Columbus. Come have drinks and meet other people, age 21-35, at Jackie O’s Brewery in Columbus on Thursday, July 11, 7-9pm. At the Young Professionals Brewery Night, you'll find the connections you’ve been looking for. Sign up now by going to https://bit.ly/3zlpnqj

Road trips offer a glimpse into the culture and character of each new place. The same is true across all our Crossroads sites. They have their own unique personality and aspects that make it the place we love.

We’d love to hear what you think makes Crossroads Columbus unique. Let us know why you love your site in the comments below!

There are areas of life that won’t change without infusing them with some spiritual octane. If you’ve failed to see a breakthrough, whether it’s a sickness, relationship, or weakness, we might need to lean into prayer and fasting (Mark 9:29). Believe that through your prayers God will bring heaven to earth. Jesus wants you to experience life.

It’s road trip season. Pack your bags, load up the car, and get rolling. From hiking trips to glamping, there’s an adventure waiting for everyone.

All “go with the flow” travelers please comment below so we know who to take on our next trip.

People are difficult (including yourself). Over time, conflicts will surface so we can’t avoid the fire. This leaves two options: sacrifice yourself to the flame or the relationship. Jesus went before us demonstrating the humility required to lay down your life for others. Every day we are presented with the option to choose the route of sacrifice over the easy way out. This is true love.

We had an incredible day at City Serve Day! By giving up your morning to serve people in your own backyard, it resulted in a life-changing impact on the communities where we work and live. Many of these needs would otherwise go unmet and the work you completed enables our partners to stay focused on their mission. Thank you for joining the call to be the hands and feet in our city.

We've all felt these lies spoken over us at different times in our lives. Maybe you've been feeling disconnected lately and alone; the good news God sees you. He goes after the lost, so whether you are broken, afraid, or disconnected know that God can be like a Garmin GPS device always knowing right where you are (we promise we were not sponsored by Garmin).

At Crossroads Columbus, we are so beyond grateful for our community pastor, Vicki Diller. She leads us day in and day out and we know and love Jesus deeper because of her leadership. Please join us in wishing Vicki a very Happy Birthday!

Leave Vicki some love in the comments and let her know why you are thankful for her!

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads, step-dads, and father figures. Today we celebrate all you’ve done both seen and unseen. We’re thankful for your unwavering support, love, and of course, the never-ending dad jokes.

Regardless of whether your week was fantastic or had its challenges, our hope and prayer for you is that you would feel restored this weekend.

In the comments, let us know where you saw God this week. Maybe you saw something beautiful or you felt comforted in a difficult situation. As we acknowledge what He has done, it encourages everyone to look for Him more.

To be used by God doesn’t require you to move to a remote country, speak on a stage to thousands, or play the guitar. People in your community are hurting and often are looking for someone to sit with them in their pain.

By volunteering with the Care team, you are sharing God’s love for people in a tangible way. Whether you are interested in praying with people, leading groups, or visiting those in the hospital, there’s an opportunity for you to provide care and support for people when they need it most.

To learn more about how to get involved and volunteer, go to https://bit.ly/45nhLzz

Regardless of strength by earthly standards, we all experience spiritual vulnerabilities that we can’t muscle our way out of. We need someone to redeem us in order to join God’s family. Great news, Jesus has already done this for us. Through Him, we’re granted the privilege of being adopted into the Kingdom of God as sons and daughters. Even though we were born spiritual orphans, He made a way for us to find protection and belong.

Join us for wine, apps, and flower arranging! Mingle and hear a teaching from Alli Patterson at COhatch Upper Arlington, June 20 6:30-8:30pm. RSVP now and we'll save you a seat!

Let us know you are coming by going to https://my.crossroads.net/Registration/flowers-and-wine

In our lives, there are burdens that weigh us down and imprison us. It’s keeping you in bo***ge and preventing you from experiencing true freedom. While residents at correctional facilities may never experience physical freedom again during their time on earth, spiritual freedom is available to all of us. Even as we face difficulty, He is good to us.

This past weekend we partnered with Bloom to serve 38 families helping them find clothes to fit their children and receive exactly what their family needed. They serve families with children ages 0-3 by providing diapers, wipes, baby clothes, and community.

Bloom exists to aid in the flourishing of families with young children by providing basic needs and connecting them with not only resources but a supportive community.

Volunteering is one of the best ways to get involved and build connections in the Crossroads community. Whether you are new and want to make this big place smaller or you’ve been around for a while and want to be part of a team changing the world, there’s a place for you.

*Not included in this survey was the option “awesome swag”, but we hope that’s a given.

To learn more about all volunteer opportunities and Volunteer 101, go to https://bit.ly/3X0KZSE

Swing into summer and hang out at the ballpark with Crossroads Columbus! Come early and grab some ballpark snacks, snag your FREE Crossroads hat, and mingle with your fellow Crossroads community. Don't strike out on this chance to hang out and have a blast! Get your tickets early and save your spot in the Crossroads section by going to https://bit.ly/3V28jwC