When Bruce and Sue first met, they carried the weight of second marriages—but 38 years later, their marriage tells a different story. In this episode of The Marriage Huddle, Stephanie sits down with the Osterinks to share how God reshaped their marriage through the pursuit of unity. Together, they talk about breaking free from old patterns of control and codependency, learning to seek God first, and discovering how their differences became gifts that deepen their life together.

DQ1: How does choosing unity over compromise change the way you approach your marriage?

DQ2: When are you tempted to take “the narrow road” and push for your way instead of seeking to understand your spouse’s perspective?

DQ3: How does seeing your spouse’s differences as God’s provision and protection shape the way you value them?

DQ4: If a husband’s role is not about authority but about leading the way in unity, how could that shift impact your marriage?

DQ5: Praying together can result in softer hearts, better listening, and safe spaces. What is one way you can begin incorporating prayer into your marriage this week?

DQ6: What “automatic” or “default” responses might be causing disunity in your marriage, and how can you begin to shift them?

DQ7: What current decision or situation in your marriage is creating pressure because of timetables or deadlines, and how could you bring the mindset of unity into that decision instead?

In this opening episode of our series A Church That Changed the World, we set the stage for the book of Acts and the explosive growth of the early church—from 120 believers in Jerusalem to over 35 million within the Roman Empire by the 4th century. We explore the historical and cultural backdrop of the Roman world, Jesus’ ascension from the Mount of Olives, and the angelic promise of His return. Acts 1 reminds us that the Kingdom of Heaven is not a distant escape but God’s reign breaking into our world through His people. As Christ commissions His followers to witness “to the ends of the earth,” we face the same challenge today: Will we submit to Jesus as King and live in the power of His Spirit?

Preacher: Rod VanSolkema

Passage: Acts 1

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Where did Crossroad’s Marriage Ministry begin—and how did God use some of the hardest seasons in marriage to build it? In this first episode of ‘The Marriage Huddle’, Stephanie and Mark sit down with Rod and Libby to share the story behind Crossroads’ marriage ministry. Together, they talk about how God redeemed each of their marriages, how their struggle shaped His call on their lives, and what it looks like to live on mission together as teammates.

Questions for Reflection: Intended for couples or small groups to dive deeper into today’s episode.

1. In what ways has a personal struggle made you more qualified to God’s call on your life?
2. What expectations about marriage might God be calling you to surrender?
3. How do you see your marriage currently living 'on mission'? Where do you sense God inviting you to be 'on mission' together?
4. When are you most tempted to view your spouse as your enemy as opposed to your teammate? Are there specific circumstances, environments, or topics?
5. In times of emotional conflict, what do you tend to turn to instead of the Lord? How does that impact your marriage?
6. How do you and your spouse keep fun and enjoyment a regular part of your relationship?

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Sports can be a powerful tool for shaping character, not just chasing trophies. In this episode, we sit down with Mark and Steph TeSlaa to explore how Christian parents can think more deeply about their kids' participation in sports—not just what happens on the field, but who our kids are becoming because of it.

We wrestle with big questions like:
• What kind of humans are we trying to raise through sports?
• What story do your words and reactions tell your kids about their worth?
• Can we help them play like it matters—precisely because it doesn’t?

This week we sit down with Ben, an area coordinator with FCA, to talk about what it means to see spiritually in a world clouded by fear and distraction. Looking at Elisha’s prayer in 2 Kings 6—“Open his eyes, Lord”—we explore how God moves us from blindness to sight, from anxiety to trust. Together we reflect on how faith opens our eyes to God’s greater reality, giving courage and clarity in every season.

Preacher: Rod VanSolkema

Passage: 2 Kings 6

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We sit down with Shannon Popkin again as we dive into the story of Naaman from 2 Kings 5—a powerful commander whose greatness couldn’t hide his deeper sickness of pride. Though Naaman wore the garments of success, his leprosy exposed his weakness and need. Redemption came not through his strength, but through the faith of a powerless slave girl and God’s simple call to humility. Behind it all, God’s sovereign hand used suffering to bring healing and salvation. This story ultimately points us to Christ, the true suffering servant, who entered the ultimate Jordan of death to make us whole.

Preacher: Rod VanSolkema

Passage: 2 Kings 5

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We sit down with Ryan and Bri Conners as we journey through the story of the Shunammite woman in 2 Kings 4 — a story that moves from the heartbreak of hope, to the distress of death, to the relentless fight for life. We sat down with Ryan and Bri to talk about the wrestle of their faith through Ryan’s brain cancer journey, and how their story echoes the defiant hope we see in Scripture. Along the way, we wrestle with the reality that God doesn’t always resurrect now — and discover why that’s not a cause for despair, but a call to deeper faith.

Preacher: Tryg Veker

Passage: 2 Kings 4

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In this episode, we sit down with Isaac Teslaa, the newest addition to the Detroit Lions wide receiver room. Born and raised in Grand Rapid's Michigan, Isaac’s journey from local standout to NFL athlete is one marked by faith, family, and relentless perseverance. He shares about growing up in a Christ-centered home to being shaped by the community at Crossroads Bible Church, where his parents have faithfully served for years, and how his spiritual foundation shaped his mindset through college football and the leap to the professional stage with all of its pressures and potential to glorify Christ.