The Journey

You may be familiar with the story of David and Goliath found in First Samuel 17. What you may not be as familiar with is the journey David went through over years of tending to his sheep in the wilderness. David skills were honed with him having no idea how God would use them for His purposes. Against all odds a young shepherd boy slayed the Philistine giant with a simple sling and stone. David's story is just one example of how God leads each of us on a journey of faith to prepare us for His purposes. This series explores the journey Crossings staff has gone on in their own lives that eventually lead them to a deeper faith and a vibrant ministry. Join Senior Pastor Marty Grubbs as we explore “The Journey”, stories of God’s extraordinary work in everyday people. 

In this episode Marty sits down with one of Crossing's elders Dr. Ron Fowler. Dr. Fowler shares wisdom he has learned through his journey of ministry as well as his journey of grief after the passing of his wife of 62 years.

Katie Menzel shares her journey of being called to serve invest in the next generation.

Jay Rouse shares how a call to serve the church through music has been his life's ministry and how God has continued to show him what true worship means.

Shari Murphy, LPC/LMFT is a licensed counselor and pastor at Crossings. She has spent almost two decades walking with people through the dark valleys of their life and believes that in these dark valleys, God brings healing and hope.

In this episode Marty sits down with Bryce Schubert, Director of media operations for contemporary services for Crossings Community Church. Bryce shares his story of touring, helping with production for a traveling band and how that ultimately led him to Oklahoma and to Crossings.

In this episode Marty sits down with Sheila Urton, Pastor of Adult Ministries at Crossings Community Church. Sheila gives insight and shares why it is important to understand all Levels of production and how a simple act of volunteering can lead to a life of serving in real and meaningful ways.

In this episode, Marty sits down with Ansel Jeffries (AJ). AJ is one of Crossing's former Graduate Residents who now leads a worship ministry in Arkansas. AJ shares about his time getting reacquainted with God and that leading to him coming to Crossings and getting involved.

Marc Taylor has done everything; he's lived overseas, been an NBA Mascot, and is now a Pastor. The Journey with Senior Pastor Marty Grubbs explores God's extraordinary work in everyday people.

Marty talks with Lyn Watson, Executive Pastor, and delves into what it means to give thanks in all circumstances and how we can slow down in a culture that is pushing us to constantly “be on the go.”

Marty discusses how the Church helps redeem relationships and explores an unexpected journey of a graphic designer with Matt Cartwright, Pastor of Adult Education and Men’s Ministry.

Marty speaks with Natalie Haymaker, Director of Local Missions, about the community impact she is witnessing in her move from social work to Church work.

Marty sits down with Jenny Brown, Kid’s Pastor, and her amazing story of how one invite to church changed the trajectory of her life.

Marty walks through the challenges Ron Mahn, Pastor of LifeCare Ministries, went through from a difficult diagnosis to experiencing ultimate healing only found in Christ.

Marty looks back with Marq Youngblood to a significant injury and a prayer that changed his life’s direction and eventually led him to Crossings as Executive Pastor of Missions Ministries. This episode discusses the topic of suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or text HOME to the Crisis Text Line at 741741.