Author Archives: Gary

About Gary

Gary serves as one of the pastors of The Crossing.

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This is Discipleship

January 26th, 2012
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This is what we are all about: Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the glory of God and the joy of His people.

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Keep Your Eyes on Good Examples

December 9th, 2011
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On Sunday, we were looking at Philippians 3:12-21 where Paul describes his life as a race to know Christ and make Him known. Paul then tells us to follow the example that we have in him and in others who … Continue reading →

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Brokenness is Where Healing Begins

May 5th, 2011
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All of us sin… I’m not saying that we have all sinned (though that is true, Romans 3:23), but we all–actively, persistently–sin. If we say otherwise, we lie, but if we confess our sins–if we agree with God that we … Continue reading →

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“I Will Build My Church”

March 4th, 2011
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In Matthew 16:18, Jesus makes this incredible statement, “I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” Over the past year, we have seen this promise working out in and through The Crossing. Jesus … Continue reading →

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Driscoll on the Cost of Discipleship

February 26th, 2011
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Last Sunday, Mark Driscoll preached on Luke 14:25-35. The Sermon is called “The Cost of Discipleship.” For where I’m at, it is one of the best sermons I’ve heard in a while. Here’s the summary from the website: Salvation costs … Continue reading →

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When Humility is Pride

February 7th, 2011
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Some of us can tend to fall into the trap of overwhelming inward shame. For those who struggle with this, the remedy is not to hear the words of friends who would say, “Don’t be so hard on yourself.” The … Continue reading →

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Gospel Centered Marriage

January 15th, 2011
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We have talked a lot about what it means to live a Gospel centered life, but sometimes it’s difficult to understand what that looks like in day to day life. That’s why I treasure resources that help us work through … Continue reading →

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Heidelberg Cat

January 4th, 2011
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I was telling a few friends about a book that I received as a Christmas (or birthday?) gift last week (that’s a subtle plug for my recent birthday in case you missed it… haha, but seriously).  Anyway… I mentioned my excitement for … Continue reading →

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Bible Reading Plans

December 31st, 2010
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Ready or not, here it comes: 2011. Of all the things that you could commit to in 2011, spending time with God in His Word should be at the top of the list. Psalm 1:3 describes one who delights in … Continue reading →

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Behold The Lamb of God

December 10th, 2010
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Without a doubt, my favorite “Christmas CD” is a non-traditional album from Andrew Peterson. Andrew’s genre is probably best described as folk. He is a great storyteller, and his Christmas album, “Behold the Lamb of God,” is sort of his … Continue reading →