Continuing The Conversation | Identity Over Tenacity | Crossroads
Release Date: 02/19/2025
Continuing The Conversation | Marriage | The legacy Lens
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In this episode of Continuing the Conversation, Craig Smith and our Castle Rock Campus Pastor Tanner Lowe unpack the deeper layers of John 2 and the wedding at Cana—yes, a marriage message from a passage you've probably never heard used this way. From behind-the-scenes sermon prep shifts to honest talk about inviting Jesus into your relationship (even if it feels too late), they get real about what builds lasting love. Expect practical wisdom, thoughtful metaphors, and raw conversations about unmet expectations, discipleship in marriage, and how community transforms us. Whether you're...
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The Legacy Lens | Making Marriage Work | Craig Smith
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Learn powerful insights into building a thriving marriage—one that invites Jesus in, leans on his timing, and finds strength even when resources run dry. Whether you’re married, single, struggling, or thriving, you’ll walk away with biblical encouragement and practical wisdom for navigating relationships with faith and hope.
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Continuing The Conversation | The Key To Good Relationships | The Legacy Lens
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What kind of legacy are you leaving? In this week’s Continuing the Conversation, Craig and Colin dive deeper into the message from Week 1 of our new series, “The Legacy Lens.” They talk about why accomplishments fade but relationships endure, how culture gets legacy wrong, and what it looks like to grow in kindness and humility. With personal stories and thoughtful insight, this episode invites you to reframe success and lean into the people that God’s placed in your life. 👉 Listen now and be encouraged to trust God with your fears. 👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes. 🎧...
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The Legacy Lens | The Devil Wants You Lonely | Craig Smith
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What matters most in life? Our relationships. In this message, we’ll explore how humility is the key to healthy connections—with our spouse, friends, family, and God. You’ll learn how to replace selfishness with wisdom from above and discover one simple step to start improving your relationships this week.
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Getting Beyond the Fear of Faith | Faith, Hope, and Doubt | Mark Young
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This message will explore the relationship between faith and doubt, specifically how we can sustain our faith when doubts arise.
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Continuing the Conversation | It's Not What You Know | Getting Beyond the Fear of Faith
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Fear can lock us in, but Jesus has a way of walking right through locked doors—literally and spiritually. In this week’s episode, Craig and Colin unpack John 20 and the message behind Jesus’ words: “Peace be with you.” From funny behind-the-scenes sermon stories to real parenting struggles, they explore what it looks like to move from fear to faith. They talk about why we often "lock the doors" of our lives—emotionally, relationally, spiritually—and how Jesus calls us to something more. Whether you're facing fears about relationships, parenting, or simply taking a step of faith,...
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Getting Beyond the Fear of Faith | It's Not What You Know | Craig Smith
Mission Hills Church Messages
Even when fear locks us in, Jesus shows up and brings peace—not just a feeling, but his very presence. In this message, we’ll discover how Jesus calms us, commissions us, and equips us through the Holy Spirit to step into even the most uncertain situations with confidence and purpose.
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Continuing the Conversation | When Pain Blinds Us | Getting Beyond the Fear of Faith
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In this episode, Craig and Colin continue the journey through our BEYOND series with a deep dive into John 20:11–18. Together, they explore how our emotions—especially fear and pain—can keep us from seeing what God is doing right in front of us. Why do we often run back to what’s familiar when faith asks us to stay put? How can grief distort our spiritual vision? And what happens when Jesus calls us by name, just like He did with Mary? If you’ve ever struggled to trust God when your feelings are overwhelming, this conversation is for you. Packed with honesty, insight, and some...
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Getting Beyond the Fear of Faith | When Pain Blinds Us | Craig Smith
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Explore how pain and fear can blind us to the presence of Jesus, just as Mary Magdalene didn’t recognize Him through her tears. Through her story, we’ll see how faith invites us to stay present in our grief so we can hear Jesus call our name and step into hope.
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Continuing The Conversation | When Fear Says Stop | Getting Beyond The Fear Of Faith
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Ever wonder why "fear" is such a big deal after Easter? Join Craig Smith and JG as they explore the "Fear of Faith" series from John 20 and dive into practical ways to step BEYOND the guilt and shame. Discover the shocking revelation about where and when God is showing his face. What does healthy fear look like? Why does fear actually paralyze our faith? Plus, what has led Senior Pastor Craig, to look at mental health with the Easter message in his work life? Don't just hear the sermon, LIVE it! 👉 Listen now and be encouraged to trust God with your fears. 👉 Subscribe for weekly...
info_outlineWelcome back church! Give us grace as we try something new this week and make the leap into Video Podcasting (link below). Craig and Colin are back diving into Jesus' temptation at the top of the Temple in Matthew 4:5-7. Listen in as they break down the spectacle that could have been, head knowledge of scripture vs heart knowledge of a relationship with our Savior, and how important knowing what your identity in Christ is. You don't want to miss this one.
As always, shoot us your questions at [email protected] and enjoy today's episode. Also check out our YouTube Channel, and the Playlist titled, "Questions with Craig" for more resources.
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🎙️ HOST:: Craig Smith, Colin McFarland
🎛️ PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Zac Anderson
🎨 CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland
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