The Pursuit with James Griffin
Welcome to the Pursuit with James Griffin! This podcast continues the conversation we have every weekend to help you grow in knowledge and understanding of what it means follow Jesus. For more information about Crosspoint City, visit crosspointcity.com
Episodes
154 episodes
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?”...
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Season 1
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Episode 145
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58:56
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 actual...
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Season 1
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Episode 144
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55:05
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 n...
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Season 1
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Episode 143
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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.actlikem...
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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 pu...
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Season 1
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Episode 142
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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 e...
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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.
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Season 1
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Episode 140
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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 ...
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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, se...
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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.
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How to Spot a Lie Disguised as Truth | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, James, Carlos and Matt talk about how to spot false teachers, and the consequences of believing their lies. To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly...
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Deconstruction & Doubt | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, James, Will and Jacob talk about healthy doubt, anchor points and deconstruction. To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God...
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Are You Too Busy for God? | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, James, Carlos and Matt talk about one of the biggest challenges we all face—staying close to God when life just won’t slow down. To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.Crosspoint City Church e...
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Does God Use Our Suffering to Grow Us? ft. Clayton King | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, Pastors James Griffin and Clayton King dive deep into why revival is breaking out, why suffering is often God's tool for growth, and why clarity in preaching the Gospel has never been more urgent. To submit a question, send us ...
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Season 1
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Episode 133
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48:44
Is There Proof Jesus Rose from the Dead? | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, James, Carlos and Matt talk about the truth of the Gospel and what sets Christianity apart. To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those fa...
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Season 1
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Episode 132
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Church Hurt and the Truth About Community | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, James, Lane and Matthew discuss the importance of finding Christian community. 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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Season 1
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Episode 131
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55:52
Are You Afraid to Go Public with Your Faith? | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, James, Carlos, and Matt discuss how we can be bold about sharing our faith. To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to he...
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Season 1
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Episode 130
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55:48
How to Discover & Use Your Spiritual Gifts | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, James, Carlos, and Matt discuss how we can identify and use our spiritual gifts. To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God ...
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52:59
Do You Know How to Defend Your Faith? | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, James, Carlos, and Matthew discuss how we can be best prepared to defend our faith. To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from G...
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Season 1
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Episode 128
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How Can I Love Someone Who Hates Me? | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, James, Carlos, and Matthew discuss how we can bless and love those who might hate us. To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from...
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The Marriage Advice Culture Won’t Give You | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, James, Carlos, and Matt discuss marriage and the advice our culture won't give you. To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from G...
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Season 1
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Episode 126
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1:02:14
Government, Work & Suffering | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, James, Carlos and Will discuss what it looks like for believers to submit to authority. To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far fr...
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Who Am I Really? | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, James, Matt and Matthew talk about identity and answer the question "who am I really?" To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God ...
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Season 1
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Episode 124
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56:56
Pastor Matt Carter talks Living with Urgency | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, James sits down with Pastor Matt Carter to discuss success, living on mission, and living with urgency. Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those far from God to help them know and follow Jesus. To help...
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Season 1
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Episode 123
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31:18
Are You Feeling Hopeless? | The Pursuit with James Griffin
In this episode, James, Lane, and Brad talk about the trustworthiness of scripture, hope, and living lives set apart. To submit a question, send us a DM on Instagram or Facebook.Crosspoint City Church exists to relentlessly pursue those...
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Season 1
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Episode 122
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