3Crosses Church

In this episode, Larry walks through 1 John 5:1–21, reminding believers that eternal life is not a distant hope but a present assurance secured in Jesus. As Advent comes to a close, we’re invited to step into the new year abiding in Christ—grounded in His truth, His presence, and His unshakable promise.

As the year draws to a close, John offers believers the gift of confidence — you can know you belong to God. Eternal life isn’t a wishful hope but a present reality secured in Jesus. Advent ends not with uncertainty, but with assurance that Christ has come, is with us, and will keep us. We step into a new year abiding in His truth, His presence, and His promise."God With Us" series • Larry Vold

In this episode, Austin Payne explores how Christmas is not only about the birth of Jesus, but the new birth God offers us through His love. As we journey through Advent, we’re reminded of our identity as God’s children and the transforming work that shapes us to become more like Christ.

Christmas isn’t only about the birth of Jesus — it’s about the new birth offered to us. John marvels at the Father’s love that makes us His children, reshaping our identity and hope. Advent reminds us who we are and whose we are, freeing us from sin’s grip as we grow to resemble Jesus. The miracle of the manger leads to the miracle of our transformation."God With Us" series • Austin Payne

In this week’s message, Danny Strange walks through 1 John 2:3–17, inviting us to experience the love of Christ at Christmastime. Through Advent, we’re reminded how walking in the ways of Jesus, leaning into Christian community, and resisting worldliness helps restore love, joy, and peace to the season.

John teaches us to walk as Jesus walked, while warning us not to love the world's lust, greed, and pride, temptations that hijack Christmas every year. The answer isn't stripping away celebration or compartmentalizing faith from festivity, but learning the difference between feasting and gluttony: feasting responds, connects, and rests; gluttony grasps, compares, and never stops."God With Us" series • Danny Strange

In this week’s episode, Pastor Danny explores 1 John 1:5–2:2 and the Advent theme of peace found in God’s light. Together we unpack what it means to walk in the light, confront darkness, and practice confession that restores fellowship with God and others. Join us as we reflect on how true peace is experienced when we step honestly into the truth.

Advent shines a light into the darkness of our hearts and world. John calls us to step out of hiding and into honesty with God, where confession opens the door for cleansing and restored fellowship. Jesus is our advocate and atoning sacrifice, proving that we don’t need to fear the light. Christmas is the invitation to walk with God in truth, freedom, and grace."God With Us" series • Danny Strange

In this episode, Austin Payne and AJ talk about how Advent invites us to slow down, draw near to the real Jesus, and rediscover the kind of joy that can’t be shaken by circumstances.

John opens his letter by reminding us that the story of Jesus isn’t theory or myth — it’s eyewitness reality. God entered our world in flesh and blood, seen, heard, and touched. Advent begins with the stunning truth that God came near, and that nearness brings fullness of joy. In a season filled with noise and nostalgia, we anchor ourselves in the real Jesus who really came for us."God With Us" series • Austin Payne

In this message, Pastor Danny Strange unpacks Matthew 17:14–20 and reveals how faith is the key that activates spiritual victory. Through the story of the desperate father and Jesus’ powerful response, we learn that even mustard-seed faith can move mountains when placed in Jesus. Discover how a life of prayer, trust, and daily responsiveness to God leads us into true, victorious living.

Spiritual victory requires faith, but not the amount of faith we think—just a mustard seed's worth is enough when placed in Jesus. The disciples failed to heal the boy not because they lacked sufficient faith, but because they stopped relying on God and began trusting in their own abilities, forgetting to pray and ask God to do what only He can do. The victorious Christian life is simply cultivating prayer as a rhythm, responding in faith to whatever God brings to our attention, and actively participating in the work He's already doing."Spiritual Warfare" series • Danny Strange

Generosity is a surprising but powerful weapon in spiritual warfare, breaking money’s grip on our hearts and aligning us with God’s kingdom. Pastor Danny explores how giving increases our usefulness to God and advances His work in the world. The early church paired prayer and generosity to change their cities— and we’re invited to do the same today

Scripture reveals an unexpected truth: generosity may be the most powerful weapon God has given us for spiritual warfare. From Daniel to the early church, the pattern is clear—prayer combined with radical generosity advances God's kingdom like nothing else. We'll discover why wealth can decrease our usefulness to God, how generosity breaks mammon's grip by relocating our hearts from earth to heaven, and why the early church didn't just pray for needs—they funded what they prayed for."Spiritual Warfare" series • Danny Strange

This week, Pastor Ryan Suzuki unpacks how prayer is our most powerful weapon in the battle against spiritual darkness. From personal temptation to communal warfare, we’re called to bring God’s power into every situation through prayer. Discover how to live victoriously and invite God’s victory into every area of life.

Balanced spiritual warfare avoids both obsession with demons and ignorance of spiritual realities. We'll learn what sustainable, gospel-centered spiritual victory looks like in daily life. This message will help believers develop a mature approach to spiritual warfare that produces freedom, peace, and continued spiritual growth rooted in Christ's finished work."Spiritual Warfare" series • Ryan Suzuki

Baptism isn’t just a symbol — it’s a declaration of faith and a moment of spiritual warfare. In this message, Pastor Danny Strange unpacks how baptism represents death to sin, new life in Christ, and victory over the enemy. Discover the power and purpose behind this sacred act and how it changes your spiritual journey forever.

Baptism represents our death to sin and resurrection to new life in Christ, making it a powerful declaration of victory over spiritual darkness. We'll explore how this foundational Christian experience relates to our ongoing spiritual battles and why understanding our baptismal identity is crucial for spiritual warfare. This message will connect the significance of baptism to our daily experience of spiritual victory and freedom."Spiritual Warfare" series • Danny Strange

In this week’s message, Pastor Danny Strange unpacks Ephesians 6:10-17 and explores what it really means to “put on the full armor of God.” He explains how each piece of armor protects us from the enemy’s attacks—not by our strength, but by being rooted in Christ. Listen in to discover how to stand firm in spiritual battles and live daily from the victory Jesus has already won.

Effective spiritual warfare requires understanding the weapons God has provided for victory. We'll unpack the armor of God and discover how prayer, Scripture, and Christian community serve as our primary tools in spiritual battle. This message will equip believers with practical steps for daily spiritual warfare and teach us to fight from a position of victory rather than defeat."Spiritual Warfare" series • Danny Strange

Pastor Danny unpacks Mark 5:1–15 and the question: How much access does Satan really have to your life? Together we’ll explore how the demonic world influences people, what protections believers have in Christ, and where our vulnerabilities lie. Learn how to avoid extremes, recognize spiritual warfare, and stand firm in the authority of Jesus.

Scripture reveals that demonic influence can manifest through deception, oppression, and temptation—but Christ’s authority is greater. This message unpacks both the protection believers have in Him and the footholds that give the enemy access, helping us stay grounded and stand firm in faith."Spiritual Warfare" series • Danny Strange

Many Christians live in unnecessary fear of demonic power, while others underestimate the reality of spiritual attack. We'll examine the boundaries of Satan's authority and discover the incredible protection believers have through their position in Christ. This message will build confidence in Christ's supreme authority over all spiritual forces while maintaining healthy vigilance against the enemy's schemes."Spiritual Warfare" series • Austin Payne

Austin Payne talks about what Scripture actually says about Satan—how his power is limited, temporary, and no match for God—and how truth and spiritual practices keep us grounded in victory through Christ.

There’s an unseen spiritual battle all around us, but God has already equipped us for victory. This message reveals how the world, the flesh, and the devil work together—and how faith in Jesus helps us stand firm."Spiritual Warfare" series • Danny Strange

Pastor Danny and Sierra Berg unpack what spiritual warfare really means and how we can stand strong in God’s power every day.

Jesus commands His followers to love one another so the world will see His hope through us. In this message, we see how God’s love flows through His people and creates opportunities to bring His hope to the world—together."The Hope Within You" series • Danny Strange

Join Pastor Danny Strange and Pastor AJ Vanegas as we conclude The Hope Within You series talking about the role of the church in sharing your faith.

In Acts 17, Paul demonstrates how to custom-craft the gospel with compassion, connection, and courage. Like him, we’re called to share hope with love while trusting God to work through us."The Hope Within You" series • Danny Strange

Danny Strange and AJ Vanegas discuss practical ways we can follow Paul’s example in Acts 17 to bring hope into everyday conversations.

Join AJ Vanegas and Danny Strange as we unpack 1 Peter 3:8–16. We’ll talk about how living with hope, integrity, and humility can spark conversations that point people to Jesus—and how to be ready when those moments come.

When Christians cultivate deep spiritual friendships, embrace humble self-awareness, and live with integrity, their lives radiate a distinctive hope that draws others' curiosity. Rather than forcing conversations about faith, believers who embody this hope create natural opportunities for others to ask about the source of their strength—transforming everyday suffering and workplace challenges into golden moments for sharing the gospel."The Hope Within You" series • Danny Strange

Jesus teaches that the kingdom of God grows like a seed—mysteriously, gradually, and through the patient work of sowers who trust God to bring the harvest. As ambassadors of Christ, we are called to engage resistant unbelievers not with arguments or aggression, but with the heart of a gracious gardener. This sermon will teach us to evangelize like Jesus, who asked far more questions than He answered. By asking great questions, we strategically cultivate curiosity to understand the soil of people’s hearts, gently dig into their beliefs with thoughtful questions, and patiently offer trellises of truth through respectful dialogue. Rather than rushing to win debates in a culture skeptical of Christianity, we will see that this posture of love, humility, and curiosity can open doors for meaningful spiritual conversations, pointing others to the hope we have in Christ."The Hope Within You" series • Austin Payne

Join Austin Payne and AJ Vanegas as we explore how simple questions and everyday faith create opportunities to share the hope of Jesus.Take a quick survey to help us keep this podcast meaningful, helpful, and encouraging for everyone: https://www.3crosses.church/podcast.

When Jesus invited the disciples to follow him and become fishers of men, he was calling them into a vocation that would transform how they approached everything they did. This new calling starts when we invite Jesus into our daily work and recognize that our true mission is serving the people around us, not just completing tasks."The Hope Within You" series • Danny Strange

Join Pastor Danny Strange and Pastor AJ Vanegas as we kick off this new series talking about what it means to fish for people!

To understand why we gather together in worship, we need to see it as more than religious routine. When we encounter God in worship—recognizing His glory, acknowledging our brokenness, and experiencing His grace—we are transformed and sent into the world as agents of His love. Like Isaiah in the throne room, worship calls us beyond ourselves to participate in God's mission of redemption.Celebrate New Life service • Danny Strange

Join Pastor Danny Strange and Pastor AJ Vanegas as we walk through Isaiah 6, celebrate baptism Sunday, and preview our new faith sharing series!

Join Pastor Danny Strange and Pastor AJ Vanegas as we unpack Vision Sunday on this special episode!

As we celebrate 90 years of ministry, Pastor Danny shares our vision for the next decade of 3Crosses Church. Discover how God is moving in the Bay Area and how you can be part of His mission.Vision Sunday • Danny Strange

Guest speaker Jeff Frazier helps us expand our understanding of generosity beyond money to include our time, presence, and spiritual support. Through Paul’s reflections, we see how true generosity means opening our lives and hearts to others with radical hospitality and sacrificial love."Living with Open Hands" series • Jeff Frazier

Danny Strange and AJ Vanegas sit down to discuss generosity, the heart behind giving, and how it reflects God's work in our lives.Take a quick survey to help us keep this podcast meaningful, helpful, and encouraging for everyone: https://www.3crosses.church/podcast.

Generosity begins with understanding giving as an act of worship and community care. We'll unpack Paul's practical instructions for the collection to support struggling believers, revealing how financial giving transcends mere charity to become a profound expression of Christian unity. This message will challenge us to see our resources as tools for building God's kingdom, transforming giving from an obligation to an opportunity for spiritual connection and mutual support."Living with Open Hands" series • Danny Strange

Join Austin Payne and AJ Vanegas as they walk through Ephesians 5:8-20 and talk about how we can be filled with the Holy Spirit.Take a quick survey to help us keep this podcast meaningful, helpful, and encouraging for everyone: https://www.3crosses.church/podcast.

Land the plane with Tozer’s brilliance. Show how he invites us into life-transforming surrender while revealing he’s simply describing authentic Christianity. Comfort committed believers - you’re already living this. Challenge cultural Christians - this is real surrendered life where God’s Spirit transforms from the inside out."The Spirit-Filled Life" series • Austin Payne

Join Pastor Danny Strange and Pastor AJ Vanegas as we unpack Acts 8 and the story of Simon the sorcerer who was looking to experience the Spirit-Filled life.

Simon is a powerful sorcerer who encounters the Holy Spirit and wants more. Through this story, we learn what the Spirit-filled life looks like: ordinary believers being transformed and used by God in ways they may not even notice."The Spirit-Filled Life" series • Danny Strange

Join Pattie Krohn and AJ Vanegas as they dive into Romans 8 and reflect on how the Holy Spirit brings freedom from condemnation and anchors us in the love of Christ.Take a quick survey to help us keep this podcast meaningful, helpful, and encouraging for everyone: https://www.3crosses.church/podcast.

To find the peace and life for which our souls long, we need the Holy Spirit. It is through God’s Spirit, alone, that we experience freedom from the condemnation of sin and death. Uniting us to Christ, the Spirit empowers us to live into the ongoing reality that nothing will ever separate us from the transforming love of God."The Spirit-Filled Life" series • Pattie Krohn

Join Pastor Danny Strange and Pastor AJ Vanegas as we kick of our new series talking about how to be filled with the Holy Spirit!