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The Locker Room
Breaking down sermons, stories, and Scripture to prepare Crossroads and beyond for the race of our faith.
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Ep. 74 - Joseph’s Fall from Favor to the Pit (Genesis 37) ft. Tina Watschke, Jason, Botbyl, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down with Tina Watschke as we dive into the rich narrative of Genesis 37, where we encounter the story of Joseph, the favored son of Jacob, whose coat…
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Ep. 73 - Impact Middle East ft. Hany Salah, Joe Sindorf, Scott Gustafson, Tryg Veker
We sit down to talk with Hany Salah who is a pastor in Iraq, and partner of Crossroads through Impact Middle East to discuss what God is doing amidst the…
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Ep. 72 - Savoring Scripture Preview & The Significance of the Desert ft. Dr. Andrew Abernethy, Sheryl Langerak, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down to preview this week's "Crossroads U" Elective with Dr. Andrew Abernethy (Professor of Old Testament, Wheaton College). Sign Up HERE In this 3…
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Ep. 71 - Bury Your Idols ft. Cayden Kregel, Libby VanSolkema, Rod VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down to discuss the theme of idolatry as depicted in Genesis 35. As Jacob and his family journey to Bethel, they confront the remnants of their past…
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Ep. 70 - What is a Disciple? ft. Jeff Vanderstelt, Rod VanSolkema, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
Today we sit down and chat about the topic of being a disciple with Jeff Vanderstelt. Crossroads Bible Church celebrated its 20th-anniversary last year, and we…
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Ep. 69 - Vengeance or Justice? ft. Sara Krieg, Brittany Riva, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down to explore Genesis 34 and the Dinah debacle. What happens when we or someone we love has been sinned against grievously? What should we do and how…
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Ep. 68 - Wrestling with God ft. Brian Medaglia, Jen Schmid, Rod VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down with Brian Medaglia (Community Life Pastor) and Jen Schmid (Community Groups Associate Director) to chat about Jacob's fateful night wrestling with…
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Ep. 67 - Thrive: Spiritual Formation in an Age of Polarization ft. Scott Gustafson, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker, Quinn Humphrey
Do you want to know more about how to stay grounded in your faith in the chaos of our 24/7 media cycle, and polarizing politics? In this 2 week elective with…
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Ep. 66 - Spiritual Warfare & The Armor of God ft. Jason Botbyl, Rod VanSolkema, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down with Jason Botbyl (Pastor of Multiplication) to talk about Paul's conclusion of his letter to the Ephesian church. As Christians, we are in a war…
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Ep. 65 - From Home to Workplace: Faithful Living for Families, Bosses, and Employees ft. Matt Kenney, Rod VanSolkema, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
In this episode, we delve into Ephesians 6:1-9 with Matt Kenney (Adult & Family Ministries Pastor), where Paul addresses the crucial relationships between…
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Ep. 64 - The Profound Mystery of Marriage ft. Mark Teslaa, Stephanie Teslaa, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
In this episode, we unpack the wonderful mystery of marriage in all of its explosive beauty and difficulties. We explore Paul's comparison of the relationship…
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Ep. 63 - Do you Have a Strategy for Living Well? ft. Erik Veker, Brian Robinson, Libby Vansolkema, Tryg Veker
In this episode, we explore Ephesians 5:15-20, where the Apostle Paul offers profound insights into living a life that reflects wisdom and gratitude. Join us…
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Ep. 62 - The Desires at War Within Us ft. Tim Bassett, Abby Loomans, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down with Tim Bassett (Student Ministries Pastor ), and Abby Loomans (Women's Communication & Event Coordinator) for a sermon-follow up of Sunday's…
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Ep. 61 - Put Off the Old Life and Put On the New ft. Jen Schmid, Gabe Hartfield, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down with Young Adults Pastor Gabe Hartfield and Community Groups Associate Director Jen Schmid to discuss Ephesians 4:17-32. We discuss the difficulty…
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Ep. 60 - Unity, Diversity, and Maturity in the Church ft. Jason Botbyl, Rod VanSolkema, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down with the newest addition to our Crossroads Staff Jason Botbyl. Jason is our new Pastor of Multiplication. In this episode we discuss Jason's story…
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Ep. 59 - When Life Brings You to Your Knees ft. Shayla Bassett, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker, Quinn Humphrey
We sit down with Shayla Bassett as we dive into Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21. We explore God's experiential love, and how suffering and trials are often…
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Ep. 58 - Heavenly Realms: Unveiling the "Powers and Principalities" of Ephesians 3 ft. Tim Bassett, Rod VanSolkema, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down with Crossroads Student Ministries Pastor Tim Bassett as we dive deep into the spiritual truths and profound mysteries of Ephesians 3. We explore…
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Ep. 57 - Crossroads in Chang Mai ft. Brandon Hirth, Gabe Hirth
We sit down with Brandon and Gabe Hirth to talk about their story of how they got from here to there and why they went. Brandon is a former Associate Pastor at…
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Ep. 56 - Ressurection Hope ft. Brian Robinson, Tryg Veker, Quinn Humphrey
We sit down with Brian Robinson to talk about Ephesians 1 and the concrete hope of the resurrection. In this passage, Paul prays that the Holy Spirit would…
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Ep. 55 - Five Lies of our Anti-Christian Age ft. Dr. Rosaria Butterfield, Dr. Lina AbuJamra
Today we are joined by best-selling author Rosaria Butterfield. Rosaria is a former tenured professor of English and women’s studies at Syracuse University…
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We sit down with some of our Tuesday morning Resource Center team to talk about caring for our neighbors in the city. We discuss the origins of the resource…
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Ep. 53 - Intro to Ephesians: Authorship, Context, and Culture ft. Rod VanSolkema, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker, Quinn Humphrey
In this episode we sit down to take a deep dive into the background of the letter to the church at Ephesus. We discuss the Apostle Paul, the flavor of the city…
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Ep. 52 - Identity in a World of Confusion ft. Dr. Stephen Leston
We sit down to talk with Dr. Stephen Leston. We talk about finding our place in this world; Why everyone has gone so crazy trying to "figure out who they are"…
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Ep. 51 - What is Joy? ft. Dr. Joe Stowell, Tony Schmid, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down with Joe Stowell, and Tony Schmid to discuss Christian joy. What is it? What isn't it? How do we get it? Preacher: Joe Stowell Passage: Various…
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Ep. 50 - Being With God: The Absurdity, Necessity, and Neurology of Contemplative Prayer ft. AJ Sherrill
We sit down with AJ Sherrill to talk about Contemplative Prayer. AJ has more than twenty years of experience as a pastor, including as lead pastor at Mars Hill…
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Ep. 49 - Is Your Wage Your Worth? ft. Brent Becker, Rod VanSokema, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down with Brent Becker (Crossroads Interim Student Ministries Pastor) to break down Genesis 30:25-31:55. We talk about our work, and the wages we…
The Locker RoomEp. 48 - Redeeming Cities and Families ft. Mike Bartlett, Jamie Bartlett
We sit down with Mike and Jamie Bartlett. Mike and Jamie planted "Redemption City Church" in partnership with Crossroads in 2012. Jamie is on staff as director…
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Ep. 47 - Motherhood: The Agony and The Ecstasy ft. Mallory Veker, Naomi Sands, Judy Black, Lynda Roersma
We sit down with five mothers of different ages in different stages to discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly. The mothers include Mallory Veker (RN & wife to…
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Ep. 46 - The Problem With Control ft. Shannon Popkin
We sit down with Shannon Popkin (author, speaker, podcaster) to break down Genesis 29:31-30:24 and the “birth war” that breaks out between Rachel and Leah…
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Ep. 45 - Jacob's Journey ft. Karl Koelling, Rod VanSolkema, Tryg Veker, Quinn Humphrey
We sit down with Karl Koelling to break down Genesis 28-29 and Jacob's journey of faith thus far. Preacher(s): Nate EnglishRod VanSolkema Passage: Genesis…
The Locker RoomEp. 44 - Sex Trafficking and 1Saved ft. Jeremy Hess, Sarah Hess, George Canda, Jeff Acojedo
We sit down with Jeremy and Sarah Hess, founders of 1Saved ministries. 1Saved exists to see the kingdom of God breaking into the darkest places on earth and to…
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Ep. 43 - Sibling Rivalry & the Need for the Father’s Blessing ft. Craig Bradley
We sit down with Craig Bradley (Executive Director of AO Lab) to break down Genesis 27. AO Lab is a nonprofit making tools on the web for the global Christian…
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Ep. 42 - Songs from the Spirit - ft. Franni Rae Cash Cain, Austin Cain
We sit down with Austin Cain and his wife Franni Rae Cash Cain. Franni was the lead singer for the multi-grammy award-nominated band "We The Kingdom." Austin…
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Ep. 41 - Safe Spaces? - ft. Rod VanSolkema, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker, Quinn Humphrey
We sit down to break down Genesis 26, and the life of Isaac. What's up with all the wells? Why does God ask Isaac to plant crops in a desert? What does that…
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Ep. 40 - Hiding Behind the Mask of Performance ft. Tracy Hanson
How do we deal with the pain of loss, abandonment, or abuse? Tracy Hanson spent 16 years playing professional golf on the LPGA tour, only to discover that she…
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Bonus: Stations of the Cross
Join us for a special meditative episode on “The Stations of the Cross” as we reflect on the last hours of Jesus’ life leading up to the crucifixion.
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Ep. 39 - A Birthright for a Bowl of Soup ft. Brittany Riva
We sit down with Brittany Riva and discuss the beginning of the Jacob and Esau saga found in Genesis 25:19-34. We reflect on the need for a communal identity…
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Ep. 38 - Walking with God in the Mundane ft. Brian Robinson
We sit down with Crossroads Teaching-Team member Brian Robinson. We reflect on Brian’s life, the sermon he preached on Sunday, and the narrative of Abraham and…
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Ep. 37 - How Do I Read My Bible? ft. Dr. Andrew Abernethy, Libby VanSolkema, Rod VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
Some books on how to read the Bible are academically informative but can make God seem distant. Other books are spiritually vibrant but provide few tools that…
The Locker RoomEp. 36 - Don’t Wait For a War to Start Making Disciples ft. Neluțu Iubas, Maria Iubas, Rod VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down with Neluțu (John) lubas and his wife Maria. Neluțu is Lead Pastor of Holy Trinity Baptist Church in Bucharest, Romania. During the Russia/Ukraine…
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Ep. 35 - Sodom’s Judgment ft. Rod VanSolkema, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down to talk Genesis 19 and the destruction of Sodom, and how God’s justice and mercy meet in His punishment for their sin. We explore how worshiping a…
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Ep. 34 - Abraham Priests For Sodom ft. Libby VanSolkema, Rod VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down to talk Genesis 18 and the role of Abraham priesting on behalf of Sodom. We ponder how to be “in the world but not of it.”
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Ep. 33 - When Life Feels Barren ft. RJ Alicea, Molly Vedders, Rod VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down with Crossroads Creative Director RJ Alicea and Student Ministries Admin. Molly Vedders to explore Genesis 18 and the story of Sarah struggling…
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Ep. 32 - Cutting Edge Faith: Navigating Circumcision in Genesis 17 ft. Gabe Hartfield, Libby VanSolkema, Rod VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We explore Genesis 17 and talk about the covenant mark of circumcision. What did this mean for the family of Abraham and the nation of Israel? We also explore…
The Locker RoomEp. 31 - Work As Worship ft. Derek Russ, Wade Vugteveen, Chad Shelner, Tryg Veker
We sit down with Derek Russ, Wade Vegteveen and Chad Shelner to discuss how our work can be a place of worship. With various backgrounds of workplace…
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Ep. 30 - What Is The Will Of God? ft. Dr. Jerry Sittser
We sit down with Dr. Jerry Sittser a professor emeritus of theology and senior fellow at Whitworth University. Jerry Sittser specializes in the History of…
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Ep. 29 - NFL QB Aidan O’Connell (LV Raiders) talks Faith and Football ft. Rod VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down with Las Vegas Raiders Quarterback Aidan O’Connell, to talk about living out his faith on the “street-corner” of the NFL.
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Ep. 28 - What Does Faith Look Like? ft. Shannon Popkin, Rod VanSolkema, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down with Shannon Popkin to digest the story of Abram and Sarai thus far (Gen. 12-18). Far from a fairytale, Genesis tells the story of a family that…
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Ep. 27 - Who is Melchizedek? ft. Rod VanSolkema, Brittney Burrell, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We sit down to talk through Libby’s recent trip to Israel and hear stories from a place that is walking through immense suffering. We also discuss Genesis 14…
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Ep. 26 - From Death to Life in Jesus ft. Ryan DeHaan, Rod VanSolkema, Tryg Veker
We welcome Ryan DeHaan (Crossroads Bible Church Maintenance Director), to talk about his testimony and incredible transformation from destruction and death to…
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Ep. 25 - Singleness, Marriage, and the Gift of Friendship ft. Nathan English, Gabe Hartfield, Quinn Humphrey, Tryg Veker | The Locker Room
We sit down with Crossroads Bible Church College and Young Adult Pastors Gabe Hartfield and Nathan English to talk about wrestling through all types of…
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Ep. 24 - Unveiling the Power of Prayer ft. Molly Vedders, Lauren Pinner, Joe Sindorf, Tryg Veker | The Locker Room
We sit down to talk about all things prayer. What is it? Why don’t we do it? What happens when we do? We also share stories from the prayer room and our 24/7…
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Ep. 23 - So you want to go back to Egypt? ft. Rod VanSolkema, Libby VanSolkema, Quinn Humphrey, Tryg Veker | The Locker Room
We sit down to reflect on Genesis chapter 13. We walk through the story of Lot splitting off from his uncle Abram to pitch his tent near Sodom. Why are worldly…
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Ep. 22 - Reflections on 2023 & Abraham and the Altar at Shechem ft. Libby VanSolkema, Rod VanSolkema, Quinn Humphrey, Tryg Veker | The Locker Room
We sit down to reflect on God’s faithfulness in 2023 and look forward to all that God will have for us in 2024. Then we dive into the story of Abraham building…
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Ep. 21 - Leveraging Technology for Kingdom Purposes - ft. Chris Vollo, Joe Sindorf, Tryg Veker | The Locker Room
We sit down with Crossroads Global Missions Pastor Joe Sindorf and Chief Operating Officer of Renew World Outreach Chris Vollo to talk about leveraging…
The Locker RoomEp. 20 - Gospel Hope Amidst the Russia/Ukraine War ft. Neluțu Iubas, Joe Sindorf, Rod VanSolkema, Tryg Veker | The Locker Room
We sit down with Neluțu Iubas (Lead Pastor of Holy Trinity Baptist Church, Bucharest, Romania). Neluțu is also the Regional Director for M4 Church Planting…
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Ep. 19 - Christmas Special ft. Dr. Joe Stowell, Matt Stowell, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker | The Locker Room
We sit down with Dr. Joe Stowell to talk about all things Christmas. What are we actually celebrating? How do we keep the awe and wonder year after year? How…
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Ep. 18 - The Tower of Babel and the Issue of Pride ft. Dr. Scott Gustafson, Libby VanSolkema, Tryg Veker | The Locker Room
We sit down with Dr. Scott Gustafson to talk about Genesis 10-11. We discuss the Table of Nations and the implications for understanding the world we live in…
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Ep. 17 - Noah and the Flood - ft. Dan Thompson, Libby VanSolkema, Rod VanSolkema, Tryg Veker | The Locker Room
We sit down with Crossroads Pastor of Partner Care and Development Dan Thompson to talk Genesis 7-9 and the story of Noah and his family. We explore how these…
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Ep. 16 - Gospel Hope in a Secular World - ft. Dr. Neil Martin, Nathan English, Tryg Veker | The Locker Room
We sit down with Dr. Neil Martin (Faculty of Theology at Oxford University, Pastor at Oxford Presbyterian Church, and Director of B-Less Ministries) and…