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The Pursuit with James Griffin
crosspointcity
164 episodes
4 days ago
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 ...
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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 ...
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Christianity
Education,
Religion & Spirituality,
Self-Improvement,
Religion
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The Pursuit with James Griffin
God’s Answer to Your Comparison Problem | The Pursuit with James Griffin
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 ...
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4 days ago
54 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
Are You Building God's Kingdom or Your Own Platform? | The Pursuit with James Griffin
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. Subscribe for more ...
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1 week ago
55 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
The Most Dangerous Lie Christians Believe | The Pursuit with James Griffin
“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 wi...
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2 weeks ago
1 hour 1 minute

The Pursuit with James Griffin
What “Body Positivity” Gets Wrong About God’s Design | The Pursuit with James Griffin
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 hel...
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3 weeks ago
57 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
Why Playing It Safe Could Wreck Your Faith | The Pursuit with James Griffin
Following Jesus was never meant to be safe. In this episode of The Pursuit, the crew talks about why faith requires risk, how to tell the difference between obedience and recklessness, and why our culture’s obsession with safety is actually harming our faith. From parenting in a comfort-driven world to navigating anxiety and learning to speak truth wisely, this conversation will challenge you to step into risky obedience and trust God with the outcomes only He controls. Subscribe for more m...
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1 month ago
1 hour 2 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
Trusting God When Nothing Makes Sense | The Pursuit with James Griffin
Why does life feel unfair? Why do the ungodly succeed while the faithful struggle? In this episode, the crew dives into Ecclesiastes 9 to wrestle with God’s sovereignty, sin, and what it looks like to trust Him in an unfair world. They unpack bitterness, humility, wisdom, forgiveness, and how to live faithfully when your feelings fight against obedience. Subscribe for more messages and conversations that will help you know and follow Jesus. SHOW NOTES These notes are packed with key insight...
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1 month ago
1 hour 1 minute

The Pursuit with James Griffin
What the Bible Really Says about Death | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode of The Pursuit with James Griffin, the team continues through Ecclesiastes and tackles one of life’s hardest truths: death. Scripture calls death “the last enemy,” yet for the believer it’s also a doorway into God’s presence. Pastor James unpacks why death hurts, how Jesus has defeated it, and why it should radically change how we live today. You’ll hear why life is not a dress rehearsal, why “a living dog is better than a dead lion,” and three ways followers of Jesus can liv...
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1 month ago
44 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
Charlie Kirk's Death: How Should Christians Respond? | The Pursuit with James Griffin
How should Christians respond when the world feels darker than ever? In this special episode of The Pursuit with James Griffin, recorded on September 11, Pastor James addresses recent tragedies, including the murder of Charlie Kirk, and lays out a gospel-centered response: Grieve, Pray, and Stand. Listen as James, Carlos, and Brad discuss spiritual warfare, fear, and the hope we have in Christ. This episode will challenge you to face darkness with faith, courage, and compassion. To submit a...
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1 month ago
20 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
How to Keep Going When Life Isn't Fair | The Pursuit with James Griffin
Do you ever feel like life isn’t fair? That the wicked seem to win while the faithful suffer? In this episode, we wrestle with Ecclesiastes and explore how to trust God’s justice, resist bitterness, and endure hardship with hope. SHOW NOTES These notes are packed with key insights and scripture to help you know and follow Jesus – https://mycpcc.com/notes147 To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook. Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to ...
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1 month ago
57 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
God’s Design for Sex (and Why Culture Gets It Wrong) | The Pursuit with James Griffin
Sexual sin isn’t something to manage, it’s something to run from. In this episode of The Pursuit, Pastor James Griffin, Brad Chandler, and Matt Moody unpack why the Bible says to flee sexual sin, not flirt with it. From Joseph running out of Potiphar’s house to Paul’s warning in 1 Corinthians 6, the guys get real about temptation, porn, dating, marriage, and raising kids in a culture obsessed with sex. You’ll learn why sexual sin is uniquely destructive, how boundaries protect freedom, and ho...
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2 months ago
57 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
Stop Asking "Why Me, God?" (And Ask This Instead) | The Pursuit with James Griffin
Why does life go crooked, and how should Christians respond when it does? In this episode of The Pursuit, James, Carlos, and Matt unpack what it means to suffer well. Instead of asking “Why me, God?” we’re called to ask, “How can You use this?” The conversation dives into lament, eternal perspective, and the danger of thinking pain is punishment. Through personal stories, biblical wisdom, and practical steps, the guys show how God uses suffering to refine our faith, grow empathy for others, a...
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2 months ago
58 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
Why Gen Z is Running to Jesus | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode of The Pursuit Podcast, James, Carlos, and Matt unpack what Romans 1 calls the passive wrath of God. From cultural confusion around gender and sexuality to addiction and depression, they reveal how brokenness can actually be God’s kindness in leading people back to Himself. The conversation highlights a resurgence of faith in Gen Z, especially young men hungry for truth, and the need for bold gospel preaching in a culture that often opposes Christianity. They close with a chal...
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2 months ago
55 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
The Truth about Money & Success | The Pursuit with James Griffin
Pastors James Griffin, Brad Chandler, and Matt Moody talk about the cultural obsession with hustle and the accumulation of wealth and things. Using Solomon’s warning against chasing the wind, they explore why “more” will never fix the deepest needs of the human heart. They talk about ambition, contentment, and the tension between wise financial stewardship and living open-handed before God. The conversation tackles the discomfort many feel when churches address money, reframing generosity as ...
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2 months ago
59 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
BONUS EPISODE | Pastor James Griffin Live from Act Like Men Conference 2025
This message is from our second annual Act Like Men Conference, recorded on June 14, 2025. The Act Like Men Conference aims to define, understand, and live out biblical manhood. To register for next year's conference, visit https://www.actlikemenconference.org/ ________ Crosspoint City is one church in multiple locations and we exist to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help support this mission and work, visit https://mycpcc.com/give STAY CONNECT...
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3 months ago
48 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
Joby Martin & Brian Tome Talk Biblical Manhood | The Pursuit with James Griffin
Pastors Joby Martin and Brian Tome join James Griffin to unpack what it really means to act like men in today’s culture. 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 foll...
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3 months ago
31 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
From P*rn Star to Pastor with Joshua Broome | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this honest, powerful conversation, Joshua Broome shares how he went from being one of the top adult film stars in the world to a pastor transformed by the love of Jesus. If you're struggling with identity, shame, or addiction, this is the episode you can't afford to miss. 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 http...
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4 months ago
51 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
Why Doesn’t God Stop the Pain? | The Pursuit with James Griffin
Why does a good God allow so much suffering in the world? In this episode, James, Carlos and Jacob explore the biblical view of pain, brokenness, and the redemptive power of Jesus who enters our suffering to bring healing and restoration. 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...
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4 months ago
57 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
Why Having More Won’t Ever Satisfy You | The Pursuit with James Griffin
Why do we still feel dissatisfied even when we have what we thought we wanted? In this episode of The Pursuit, we dive into Ecclesiastes, talk about the trap of comparison, and explore how to find true contentment in Christ. 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 ...
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4 months ago
1 hour

The Pursuit with James Griffin
Pride Month, Purity and Peace | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In a culture that celebrates Pride Month, how should followers of Jesus respond with both truth and love? In this episode, we unpack what it means to pursue purity and peace in a world that often challenges both. 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 location...
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4 months ago
1 hour 1 minute

The Pursuit with James Griffin
Why Hasn’t Jesus Come Back Yet? | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, James, Carlos, and Matt dive deep into why Jesus hasn’t returned yet, exploring God’s timeless nature, His patience, and what that means for believers today. 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 Crosspo...
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5 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes

The Pursuit with James Griffin
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 ...