This week at Crosspoint 10/16/2026
Ministering in Jesus’ Name
Romans 12:1-2 “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.”
In Romans 12, God (through Paul) is urging us to offer our bodies as living sacrifices. Jesus died for us! He wants us to lay down our life to take up His.
In Matthew 25, Jesus tells His followers that whatever they did for the least of these, they did for Him. The hungry person, the stranger, the one who is sick or alone. Jesus said that when you serve them, you are serving Him.
That means every time we lay down our time, our comfort, or our plans, Crosspoint, we aren't just helping people. We're ministering to Jesus Himself.
Why a living sacrifice?
Old Testament sacrifices ended at the altar. Ours sacrifice doesn't.
A living sacrifice keeps climbing back on an altar, day after day, in small and ordinary moments: the phone call you'd rather skip, the seat you give up, the person you choose to notice. When you do the things God is leading you to do, that would be easier to skip, you are choosing to be the hands and feet of Jesus.
Paul calls this our reasonable service or our spiritual act of worship. Worship isn't only what happens on Sunday morning during the singing. It's what happens when we hand someone a meal, listen to a hurting neighbor, or serve in the nursery when we'd rather sit down.
Romans 12:2 tells us not to be conformed to this world but to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. The world teaches us to ask, "What's in it for me?” Jesus renews our minds to ask, "Who is He putting in front of me?"
The more we see Christ in the faces of those we serve, the more our hearts change. Serving stops being a duty and becomes a delight.
Crosspoint, this week, ask yourself:
Who is the "least of these" God has placed in my path?
If I knew I was serving Jesus Himself, how would I show up?
Let’s lay it all down this week, for the One Who laid down His very life for us. Jesus came to seek and to save the lost. He left us here to be light in the darkness — showing people Him.
Mark your calendar! 🗓
Exciting things are coming to Crosspoint! See below for several of these opportunities to serve and grow together. Be sure to save the dates and be a part.
Marriage & Parenting Collective
October 31 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Pastor Phillip and McKenzie will be hosting a special morning focused on marriage and parenting. Pastor Cary Schmidt and his wife, Dana, are joining us as we talk about building strong marriages and faithfully raising our families for Jesus.
Bring the whole family! Childcare will be provided for children of all ages. Child Evangelism Fellowship will be hosting a special children’s program and fall party for the kids.
And if you’d like to come early, breakfast will be available at 8:30 AM.
Single Ladies Gathering
November 7 I 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for our final event of the year as we close out our Secure in Christ series with the single women!
This time, we’ll be exploring the topic of validation and how to find true security in Christ through every season. We will close with a special time of testimony, giving anyone who would like the opportunity to share how God has been working in their life.
Come ready to hear powerful testimonies, be refreshed by God’s Word, and encourage one another through what God is doing in our lives.
We’ll be sharing a potluck-style dinner together, so please use the sign-up link below to let us know what you’ll be bringing!
Membership Class
November 13 at 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Join us for our upcoming Membership Class at Pastor Phillip and McKenzie's house. Dinner will be provided during the class. Please note that there will be no childcare available.
If you are interested in attending, please register using the provided link. This class is a great opportunity to learn more about our church and what it means to become a member. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Service Times and Location
800 W Chestnut Avenue
Monrovia, CA 91016
Sunday @ 9 am - Prayer
We believe in the power of prayer. We would love for you to join us for this special time to seek the Lord together before the morning service.
Sunday @ 9:30 am & 11:30 am - Worship Gatherings
Childcare and classes are available for kids through 5th grade.
Check-in for childcare starts 15 minutes prior to each gathering.
Wednesday @ 7:00 pm - AWANA
A discipleship program for kids/teens for ages 3 years-9th grade: check-in starts at 6:45 pm.
Wednesday @ 7:30 pm - Bible Study
Join us each Wednesday as we gather together around God’s Word and prayer. It’s a time to grow in our faith, encourage one another, and strengthen our connection as a church family.
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