Refuge Church with Craig Crosby

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Plainspoken sermons for resilient faith.

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Refuge Church with Craig Crosby is a sermon podcast built around direct biblical teaching, church-life candor, and repeated invitations toward Christ. Its messages move from Scripture to everyday struggle, using humor, prayer, and personal vulnerability to press faith into action.

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About Refuge Church with Craig Crosby

Refuge Church with Craig Crosby is a Christian sermon podcast rooted in Christian preaching, congregational prayer, and a strong call to personal surrender. Its center is Jesus: his death, burial, resurrection, ongoing guidance, and invitation to salvation. The messages are direct. They speak to people who feel tired, guilty, isolated, spiritually stuck, or unsure how to keep going in faith. Crosby often moves from a personal aside into Scripture, then into a practical charge for the church. A pulled muscle, a joke about aging, a story about working with his dad, or a brief renovation update can sit beside Acts, Matthew, Ephesians, or 1 Thessalonians. That informality is part of the texture. The sermons sound less like polished lecture recordings and more like live exhortation from a congregation in motion. Grace is one of the major through lines. It is presented not only as forgiveness at the beginning of Christian life, but as strength for the race, compassion toward others, and endurance when quitting feels close. Another recurring theme is being led by God rather than driven by impulse, feelings, habit, or comfort. Fellowship also matters here. Care groups, grief groups, encouragement, accountability, and relationships are treated as spiritual necessities, not optional church extras. The show is candid about anxiety, pressure, sin, weakness, and the need for help. It can be intense. It also keeps returning to hope, prayer, invitation, and the idea that no past is beyond Christ's reach. The preaching is warm but unambiguous, especially on resurrection, salvation, and sharing Jesus with others. Listeners who want reflective interfaith conversation may find it too exclusive in its claims. Listeners looking for straightforward church preaching, practical encouragement, and a lively church voice will understand its appeal quickly.

Made for: For listeners who want Christian preaching that connects Scripture to fatigue, guilt, community, forgiveness, perseverance, and witness. It especially suits churchgoers and spiritually curious listeners comfortable with altar language and salvation-centered teaching.

What sets it apart: The show pairs urgent biblical conviction with a lived-in congregational feel: body aches, renovation needs, Goodwill encounters, care groups, and closing altar prayers all remain in the frame. Its sermons feel rooted in an active church, not detached studio commentary.

In their own words

Our mission at Refuge Church is to Love, Lift and Lead others to Christ. We hope you feel God's love, hear God's voice and leave feeling encouraged. Pastor Craig Crosby

As heard by us

Based on 6 episodes we listened to · September 2026

Craig Crosby pairs firm Christian conviction with practical counsel on grief, grace, fellowship and spiritually guided decisions.

Pastor Craig Crosby turns Christian doctrine into direct counsel for ordinary pressure points. His sermons move between biblical passages and personal experience, addressing grief, fellowship, sharing faith, spiritual guidance, resurrection and grace.

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Why you'd press play

Craig Crosby meets deep grief without flinching, then points you toward prayer and the next step.

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  • a pastor who treats grief as love's cost without pretending faith cancels the hurt
  • biblical direction when you are trying to distinguish God's leading from your own impulses
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Episodes

  1. 1

    How God Uses Pain

    ·39m
  2. 2

    Reset Your Priorities

    ·32m
  3. 3

    Reset Your Identity

    ·30m
  4. 4

    DON'T PACK AWAY JESUS

    ·35m
  5. 5

    Christmas: More Than a STORY

    ·31m
  6. 6

    Why Jesus' Resurrection Changes Everything

    ·35m
  7. 7

    Grace For The Race - Grace That Overflows

    ·33m
  8. 8

    Grace For The Race - Grace that Sustains Us

    ·33m
  9. 9

    Grace For The Race - Grace That Transforms

    ·42m
  10. 10

    Grace For The Race - Grace That Saves

    ·36m
  11. 11

    Radical Faith - Encouraged Through Fellowship

    ·39m
  12. 12

    Radical Faith - Sharing Jesus

    ·47m
  13. 13

    Radical Faith - Believing God Can

    ·42m
  14. 14

    Radical Faith - Trust & Obey

    ·42m
  15. 15

    How God Uses Ordinary People

    ·35m
  16. 16

    Living Thankful in Christ

    ·31m
  17. 17

    Great Grief

    ·36m
  18. 18

    Under Construction

    ·44m
  19. 19

    Time to Go Deeper

    ·37m
  20. 20

    Radically Loving the Lost

    ·47m
  21. 21

    Don't Worry Child

    ·44m
  22. 22

    From Pity to Praise

    ·40m
  23. 23

    Overcoming Discouragement

    ·28m
  24. 24

    Believing God for Big Things

    ·41m
  25. 25

    Recognizing and Resisting the Enemy

    ·37m
  26. 26

    Choosing Faith Over Fear

    ·34m
  27. 27

    Are You Abusing God's Grace?

    ·38m
  28. 28

    Finding God's Peace

    ·31m
  29. 29

    Don't Miss The Moments

    ·34m
  30. 30

    Feeling Like Giving Up

    ·39m
  31. 31

    God is with You

    ·36m
  32. 32

    Living Beyond Yourself

    ·32m
  33. 33

    Making Rest a Priority

    ·36m
  34. 34

    Proactive Prayer

    ·37m
  35. 35

    Emotionally Misled

    ·38m
  36. 36

    Living Out Your Faith

    ·38m
  37. 37

    Reset Your Purpose

    ·42m
  38. 38

    How to Encourage Others

    ·40m
  39. 39

    Run To The Father

    ·31m
  40. 40

    No Matter the Season

    ·32m
  41. 41

    Ageless Truths

    ·33m
  42. 42

    Dealing with Past Regrets

    ·39m
  43. 43

    How to be a Godly Parent

    ·40m
  44. 44

    Improving Your Mental Health

    ·39m
  45. 45

    I Believe, Help My Unbelief

    ·49m
  46. 46

    When You Lack Integrity

    ·31m
  47. 47

    Desperate Criminals

    ·36m
  48. 48

    Dealing with Anger

    ·33m
  49. 49

    Thankful for the Thorns

    ·33m
  50. 50

    Why Share The Gospel

    ·37m
  51. 51

    Staying on God's Path

    ·29m
  52. 52

    Intentional Living

    ·44m
  53. 53

    Not Your Ordinary Book

    ·39m
  54. 54

    Healthy Conversations

    ·25m
  55. 55

    Why Prayer is Essential

    ·32m
  56. 56

    Living Prepared for Judgment

    ·40m
  57. 57

    Purpose in the Waiting

    ·40m
  58. 58

    Making Time for God

    ·35m
  59. 59

    Relying on God's Faithfulness

    ·43m
  60. 60

    Living Storm Prepared

    ·37m
  61. 61

    Redefining Success

    ·38m
  62. 62

    Why Celebrate Jesus?

    ·36m
  63. 63

    What is God's Will?

    ·47m
  64. 64

    Joy Killers - Think Thankful

    ·39m
  65. 65

    Joy Killers - How Comparison Wrecks You

    ·39m
  66. 66

    Joy Killers - Disconnected from Jesus

    ·42m
  67. 67

    Joy Killers - Overcoming Uncertainty

    ·32m
  68. 68

    When You Feel Clueless

    ·37m
  69. 69

    Dealing with PTSD

    ·37m
  70. 70

    Loving Like Jesus

    ·45m
  71. 71

    Handling Anxiety Like Jesus

    ·39m
  72. 72

    Looking Forward to Heaven

    ·40m
  73. 73

    Raising Hell Awareness

    ·44m
  74. 74

    Finding Certainty of Salvation

    ·41m
  75. 75

    Living with Godly Integrity

    ·32m
  76. 76

    Dealing with Sudden Storms

    ·32m
  77. 77

    Living Merciful Not Judgmental

    ·42m
  78. 78

    How to stay Encouraged

    ·47m
  79. 79

    Seeking God's Timing

    ·35m
  80. 80

    The Truth About Sin

    ·34m
  81. 81

    How Prayer Changes Things

    ·38m
  82. 82

    Living with Godly Wisdom

    ·39m
  83. 83

    The Heart of Serving

    ·41m
  84. 84

    Diagnosing and Overcoming Burnout

    ·44m
  85. 85

    GOD USES OUR LIMITATIONS

    ·34m
  86. 86

    WHY EVERY DAD MATTERS

    ·35m
  87. 87

    Relying on the Spirit

    ·35m
  88. 88

    Give God Your Best

    ·28m
  89. 89

    Adjusting Your Focus

    ·38m
  90. 90

    Walking With God Forward

    ·28m
  91. 91

    7 Ways God Speaks

    ·39m
  92. 92

    How To Seek God

    ·38m
  93. 93

    Living on Borrowed Time

    ·32m
  94. 94

    Enduring Trials in Christ

    ·45m
  95. 95

    Beware of D's Things

    ·38m
  96. 96

    Why Celebrate Easter?

    ·38m
  97. 97

    Extreme Servanthood

    ·43m
  98. 98

    Difference Making Churches

    ·35m
  99. 99

    Humbly Walking with God

    A sermon on the importance of walking humbly with God, emphasizing surrender and relationship over ritual.

    ·28m
  100. 100

    Dealing with Deep Grief

    Hidden gem

    Refuge Church with Craig Crosby centers on how to deal with deep grief during holidays, using personal stories and Bible passages like John 11, Psalm 56:8, and John 16:33.

    ·43m·2 clips
  101. 101

    Living Led By God - How God Still Speaks

    Hidden gem

    A pastor encourages his congregation to embrace discomfort and be willing to do anything not against God's word to reach people for Christ, emphasizing that the church is just beginning and has room for growth.

    Apr 14, 2026·41m·2 clips
  102. 102

    Why Jesus' Resurrection Changes Everything

    Craig Crosby’s “Why Jesus’ Resurrection Changes Everything” argues that the resurrection is Christianity’s foundation, citing Matthew 28:5–6 and 1 Corinthians 15:17.

    Apr 8, 2026·35m·2 clips
  103. 103

    Grace For The Race - Grace That Overflows

    Craig Crosby’s “Grace For The Race - Grace That Overflows” presents grace as a river that must flow through believers rather than stop with them.

    Apr 1, 2026·33m·2 clips
  104. 104

    Grace For The Race - Grace that Sustains Us

    A sermon about how God's grace sustains believers through the challenges of life, not just at salvation but throughout the race of faith.

    Mar 23, 2026·33m
  105. 105

    Grace For The Race - Grace That Transforms

    A pastor shares a personal struggle with back pain and leads a prayer for transformation and grace.

    Mar 18, 2026·42m
  106. 106

    Grace For The Race - Grace That Saves

    Mar 10, 2026·36m
  107. 107

    Radical Faith - Encouraged Through Fellowship

    Hidden gem

    Refuge Church with Craig Crosby closes the "Radical Faith" series with a message titled "Encouraged Through Fellowship," built around Hebrews 10:24-25 and Acts 2:42.

    Mar 3, 2026·39m·2 clips
  108. 108

    Radical Faith - Sharing Jesus

    Craig Crosby frames Sharing Jesus as a call to everyday evangelism while also asking the Refuge Church congregation to help cover a $200,000 renovation deposit in 38 days.

    Feb 24, 2026·47m·3 clips
  109. 109

    Radical Faith - Believing God Can

    Feb 18, 2026·42m
  110. 110

    Radical Faith - Trust & Obey

    Feb 10, 2026·42m
  111. 111

    Reset Your Purpose

    Jan 27, 2026·42m
  112. 112

    Reset Your Priorities

    Jan 13, 2026·32m
  113. 113

    Reset Your Identity

    Jan 6, 2026·30m
  114. 114

    DON'T PACK AWAY JESUS

    Dec 30, 2025·35m
  115. 115

    Christmas: More Than a STORY

    Dec 23, 2025·31m
  116. 116

    How God Uses Ordinary People

    Dec 16, 2025·35m
  117. 117

    Living Thankful in Christ

    Dec 3, 2025·31m
  118. 118

    Great Grief

    Nov 24, 2025·36m
  119. 119

    Under Construction

    Nov 18, 2025·44m
  120. 120

    Time to Go Deeper

    Nov 12, 2025·37m
  121. 121

    Radically Loving the Lost

    Oct 29, 2025·47m
  122. 122

    Overcoming Discouragement

    Oct 21, 2025·28m
  123. 123

    Believing God for Big Things

    Oct 15, 2025·41m
  124. 124

    Recognizing and Resisting the Enemy

    Oct 8, 2025·37m
  125. 125

    Choosing Faith Over Fear

    Sep 30, 2025·34m
  126. 126

    Are You Abusing God's Grace?

    Sep 24, 2025·38m
  127. 127

    Finding God's Peace

    Sep 15, 2025·31m
  128. 128

    Humbly Walking with God

    Sep 11, 2025·28m
  129. 129

    Don't Miss The Moments

    Sep 3, 2025·34m
  130. 130

    Feeling Like Giving Up

    Aug 20, 2025·39m
  131. 131

    God is with You

    Aug 12, 2025·36m
  132. 132

    Living Beyond Yourself

    Aug 5, 2025·32m
  133. 133

    Making Rest a Priority

    Jul 29, 2025·36m
  134. 134

    Proactive Prayer

    Jul 22, 2025·37m
  135. 135

    Emotionally Misled

    Jul 16, 2025·38m
  136. 136

    Living Out Your Faith

    Jul 9, 2025·38m
  137. 137

    How God Uses Pain

    Jul 1, 2025·39m
  138. 138

    How to Encourage Others

    A sermon on how to encourage others based on biblical principles, focusing on being a vessel for God's purpose.

    Jun 25, 2025·40m
  139. 139

    Run To The Father

    Jun 18, 2025·31m
  140. 140

    No Matter the Season

    Jun 11, 2025·32m
  141. 141

    Ageless Truths

    Jun 2, 2025·33m
  142. 142

    Dealing with Past Regrets

    A Christian sermon on overcoming past regrets through God's forgiveness and finding joy.

    May 28, 2025·39m
  143. 143

    How to be a Godly Parent

    A pastor leads a child dedication ceremony, encouraging parents and congregation to support raising children in faith.

    May 20, 2025·40m
  144. 144

    Improving Your Mental Health

    May 13, 2025·39m
  145. 145

    I Believe, Help My Unbelief

    May 5, 2025·49m
  146. 146

    When You Lack Integrity

    Apr 30, 2025·31m
  147. 147

    Desperate Criminals

    Apr 20, 2025·36m
  148. 148

    Dealing with Anger

    A religious perspective on anger as a powerful human emotion, discussing its definition, potential for good, and connection to parenting and God.

    Apr 15, 2025·33m
  149. 149

    Thankful for the Thorns

    Apr 8, 2025·33m
  150. 150

    Why Share The Gospel

    Apr 2, 2025·37m