Crosswinds International

Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks

Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks These three commands come from 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18. They are often called the “standing orders” of the Christian life. While they might seem impossible at first glance, they aren’t meant to be burdensome; they describe a posture of the heart rather than a checklist of activities.… Read More »

The Anatomy of a Stronghold

January 18, 2026

Sermon 1: The Anatomy of a Stronghold Subtitle: Identifying the “I’m Right” Mindset that Leads to Death. Scripture: Romans 8:5-8; 2 Corinthians 10:4-5; Proverbs 14:12. I. The Introduction: The Silent Drift The Concept: Death in the Bible is rarely a sudden explosion; it is a “slow leak.” The Key Verse: Romans 8:6 — “For… Read More »

The Road Home: Questions That God Ask!

January 11, 2026

The Road Home: Questions That God Asks! The phrase “eyes to see and ears to hear” in the KJV Bible, especially in Matthew 13:16, signifies a blessing for spiritual understanding , meaning some people are divinely enabled to grasp Jesus’ deeper spiritual truths, unlike others whose hearts are closed to them, a theme echoed in… Read More »

The Chilling of Love: Understanding Lawlessness in the Last Days

January 3, 2026

Scripture Text: Matthew 24:1-13; 2 Timothy 3:1-5 Introduction: A Private Conversation on a Quiet Hill The scene begins away from the crowds. Jesus is sitting on the Mount of Olives, looking across at the Temple. The disciples, troubled by His prophecies of destruction, ask the question that has echoed through every generation since: “When will… Read More »

The Call to the Divine Nature

December 21, 2025

Sermon: The Call to the Divine Nature Title: Beyond Goodness: The Audacious Call to Share God’s Own Character Text: (2 Peter 1:3-11) I. Introduction: The Greatest Invitation Ever Issued (The Crisis) (A) The Context of Conflict: Look out at the world today. We are surrounded by corruption—a world driven by selfish lust and moral… Read More »

More Than Ideas: A Prayer for Enlightened Hearts

December 7, 2025

Eyes to See

💡 More Than Ideas: A Prayer for Enlightened Hearts Good morning. Open your Bibles with me to the book of Ephesians 1:17-18. 17 That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him: 18 The eyes of your… Read More »

The Unlikely Embrace: Where Grace Meets Sin

August 31, 2025

The Unlikely Embrace: Where Grace Meets Sin

Grace

Title: The Unlikely Embrace: Where Grace Meets Sin With Bishop Ronald K. Powell Introduction Good morning, beloved. Please turn with me in your Bibles to Romans 5:20. The Apostle Paul writes, “The law was brought in so that the trespass might increase. But where sin increased, grace increased all the more.” This is a strange… Read More »

The Reflection of Christ

August 17, 2025

Sermon: The Reflection of Christ Scripture Reading: 1 John 4:7-19 Introduction Grace and peace to you, my brothers and sisters in Christ. Our passage today from the book of 1 John is a profound declaration of the Christian identity. It’s a statement so bold, so breathtaking, that it can be easy to read past… Read More »

Understanding Election and Assurance of Salvation

June 8, 2025

Keep your heart with all diligence

Spirit Led Christianity

Sermon: The Unshakeable Grip of Grace: Understanding Election and Assurance of Salvation With Bishop Ronald K. Powell Introduction “Have you ever wondered… ‘Am I truly saved?’ or ‘How can I be sure that God has chosen me?’” Acknowledge the complexity: Confess that these are deep theological waters, and there are many different understandings.… Read More »

A place to pray- Finding God in our Secret Place

May 11, 2025

Prayer 101

Praying in the Spirit