The Pursuit with James Griffin

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Is God Getting Your Best or Your Leftovers? | The Pursuit with James Griffin Dec 17, 2025

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In this episode of The Pursuit, we wrestle with one of the most uncomfortable questions Christians face: what does it really mean to give God our first and best? From Abraham placing Isaac on the altar in Genesis 22 to Jesus becoming the ultimate sacrifice, this conversation exposes the difference between generosity that feels safe and surrender that requires trust.
If you’ve ever struggled with tithing, control, fear, or letting go of what matters most, this episode will challenge the way you see God, money, and surrender. Trust comes before provision. The question is, what are you afraid to put on the altar?
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SHOW NOTES
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The Hidden Battle Almost Everyone Is Losing | The Pursuit with James Griffin Dec 03, 2025

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In this episode of The Pursuit, we’re tackling the hidden battle almost everyone is losing and most people never talk about. James Griffin, Matt Moody, and Carlos Fernandez open up about the secret struggles that are quietly shaping hearts, damaging relationships, and isolating believers in shame. You may think this is just a behavior problem, but Jesus says it goes much deeper: it’s a heart issue that only He can heal.
We break down why this battle is so hard to win, how culture is discipling us without us noticing, and what happens when we finally bring our struggles into the light. More importantly, we walk through the path to real freedom — cutting off the source, clinging to Jesus, calling on the Spirit, and coming out of hiding. If you’re tired of fighting alone, this episode is for you. Freedom is possible. You just don’t find it in the dark.
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SHOW NOTES
These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus – https://mycpcc.com/notes159
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Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give
To learn more about all of our locations or what is coming up at Crosspoint City, check out https://www.crosspointcity.com/ or follow us on your favorite social platform ‪@CrosspointCity

The Silent Drift That Can Wreck Your Life | The Pursuit with James Griffin Nov 26, 2025

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Most people don’t realize they’re drifting spiritually until the damage is already done. In this episode, James Griffin, Matt Moody, and Will Goodwin unpack how “small” compromises slowly shape your desires and open the door to bigger sins. Gluttony isn’t just about eating; it’s about running to anything other than God for comfort, identity, or control. You’ll learn how habits, motives, craving, fasting, and gratitude all form the deeper battle beneath the surface. If you’re tired of feeling controlled by your desires, this conversation will help you reclaim wisdom, self-control, and joy in Christ.
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SHOW NOTES
These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus – https://mycpcc.com/notes158
To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.
Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give
To learn more about all of our locations or what is coming up at Crosspoint City, check out https://www.crosspointcity.com/ or follow us on your favorite social platform ‪@CrosspointCity

What Jesus Really Taught About Money | The Pursuit with James Griffin Nov 19, 2025

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Money promises security, identity, and contentment, but it never delivers. In this episode of The Pursuit, James Griffin, Matt Moody, and Carlos Fernandez break down what Jesus really taught about money and why He called it God’s primary rival for your heart.
If you want freedom from financial fear and a clearer understanding of Jesus’ teaching on money, start here.
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SHOW NOTES
These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus → https://mycpcc.com/notes157
To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.
Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give
To learn more about all of our locations or what is coming up at Crosspoint City, check out https://www.crosspointcity.com/ or follow us on your favorite social platform ‪@CrosspointCity

The Truth "Busy" Christians Don't Want to Hear | The Pursuit with James Griffin Nov 12, 2025

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We say we’re busy, but what if that’s just a spiritual excuse?
In this episode of The Pursuit, James Griffin, Carlos Fernandez, and Brad Chandler unpack one of the most dangerous lies in the church today: that busyness equals faithfulness. The truth? You can be doing everything “for” God and still drift from God. If you’ve ever felt burned out, spiritually dry, or “too busy” for prayer, this conversation is your wake-up call.
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SHOW NOTES
These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus → https://mycpcc.com/notes156
To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.
Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give
To learn more about all of our locations or what is coming up at Crosspoint City, check out https://www.crosspointcity.com/ or follow us on your favorite social platform ‪@CrosspointCity

How Culture Profits from Your Outrage | The Pursuit with James Griffin Nov 05, 2025

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We live in a rage economy. Everyone’s angry about something, and culture loves it because outrage keeps us scrolling, posting, and dividing. In this episode, James Griffin, Matt Moody, and Carlos Fernandez talk about how Christians can live differently in a world that profits from our anger.
They unpack why anger sells, what righteous anger actually looks like, and how Jesus flipped tables without sinning. From online outrage to political division to everyday frustration, this conversation breaks down what it means to be angry and holy and why most of us get that backwards.
If you’ve ever found yourself caught up in the chaos of culture wars, this one’s for you. Learn how to let the Holy Spirit control your emotions, choose forgiveness over bitterness, and turn your frustration into faithful action.
SHOW NOTES
These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus → https://mycpcc.com/notes155
To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.
Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give
To learn more about all of our locations or what is coming up at Crosspoint City, check out https://www.crosspointcity.com/ or follow us on your favorite social platform ‪@CrosspointCity

God’s Answer to Your Comparison Problem | The Pursuit with James Griffin Oct 29, 2025

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We don’t like to talk about it, but comparison is one of the most destructive habits in our culture and one of the most accepted sins in the church. In this episode, James Griffin, Carlos Fernandez, and Jacob Whitehead get real about envy, discontentment, and the constant pressure to measure your life against everyone else’s.
They unpack how envy grows quietly in the heart, how social media disciples us into jealousy, and why the lie of “more” is making us miserable. You’ll also hear how to fight envy with gratitude, why obedience itself is the blessing, and what it actually means to fix your eyes on Jesus instead of everyone else’s highlight reel.
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SHOW NOTES
These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus → https://mycpcc.com/notes154
To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.
Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give
To learn more about all of our locations or what is coming up at Crosspoint City, check out https://www.crosspointcity.com/ or follow us on your favorite social platform ‪@CrosspointCity

Are You Building God's Kingdom or Your Own Platform? | The Pursuit with James Griffin Oct 22, 2025

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We don't like to admit it, but a lot of what we call ministry is just Christianized self-promotion. In this episode, James Griffin, Matt Moody, and Carlos Fernandez talk honestly about pride, performance culture, and why needing to be seen might actually put you in opposition to God. They unpack how to know whether you're building God’s Kingdom or just your own platform, why pride is the most accepted sin in church culture, and how to kill it before it kills your calling.
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SHOW NOTES
These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus – https://mycpcc.com/notes153
To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.
Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give
To learn more about all of our locations or what is coming up at Crosspoint City, check out https://www.crosspointcity.com/ or follow us on your favorite social platform ‪@CrosspointCity

The Most Dangerous Lie Christians Believe | The Pursuit with James Griffin Oct 15, 2025

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“Live your truth.” It sounds empowering… until it destroys you.
In this episode of The Pursuit, Pastor James Griffin, Carlos Fernandez, and Brad Chandler expose one of the biggest cultural lies of our generation — that truth is something we can define for ourselves. They unpack why “living your truth” leads to confusion, chaos, and emptiness, and how God’s truth alone brings peace, purpose, and freedom. If you’ve ever wondered why doing “what feels right” leaves you restless, this episode will open your eyes to the truth that actually sets you free.
Subscribe for more messages and conversations that will help you know and follow Jesus.
SHOW NOTES
These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus – https://mycpcc.com/notes152
To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.
Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give
To learn more about all of our locations or what is coming up at Crosspoint City, check out https://www.crosspointcity.com/ or follow us on your favorite social platform ‪@CrosspointCity

What “Body Positivity” Gets Wrong About God’s Design | The Pursuit with James Griffin Oct 08, 2025

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Our bodies aren’t accessories or idols—they’re temples of the Holy Spirit.
This week on The Pursuit, Pastor James Griffin joins Matt Moody and Carlos Fernandez to unpack what it really means to steward your body for God’s glory. They talk rest, fitness, fasting, stress, and how social media can wreck your soul if you’re not careful.

Subscribe for more messages and conversations that will help you know and follow Jesus.
SHOW NOTES
These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus – https://mycpcc.com/notes151
To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.
Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://www.mycpcc.com/give
To learn more about all of our locations or what is coming up at Crosspoint City, check out https://www.crosspointcity.com/ or follow us on your favorite social platform ‪@CrosspointCity

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