CrossWay Church Elon

10/30/2026

What if someone followed you around for seven days and watched everything you did? Would they recognize Jesus in your life?

In Acts 20, Paul reminded the Ephesian elders that they had witnessed the way he lived among them. They had seen his humility, his tears, his faithfulness, and his perseverance through opposition.

Paul didn't just talk about following Jesus. He demonstrated what following Jesus looked like.

And that's a challenge for all of us.

People may forget what we say about Jesus, but they'll remember how we treated them.

Our attitude. Our honesty. Our compassion. The way we respond when life gets difficult.

Our actions can either strengthen our testimony or contradict it.

So here's the question: Does your Monday look anything like your Sunday?

The world doesn't just need Christians who talk about Jesus. It needs Christians who live like they belong to Him.

If that's your desire, comment “LET THEM SEE JESUS.” ❤️

10/29/2026

You don't have to carry tomorrow's load on top of today's. One day at a time really is enough.

10/29/2026

One day, you may regret the phone call you never made more than the things you never accomplished. ❤️

It's easy to get caught up in work, responsibilities, deadlines, and the next thing on your to-do list. We tell ourselves we'll call later, visit another day, or have that conversation when life slows down.

But in Acts 20, even while traveling toward Jerusalem with a demanding schedule, Paul made time to see and encourage the elders from Ephesus. He understood that people mattered.

And that's a reminder we all need.

Sometimes we get so busy building a life that we forget to invest in the people who make life meaningful.

Relationships don't grow on good intentions alone. They grow when we make time.

So make that call. Send that text. Plan that visit. Have the conversation you've been putting off.

Don't wait until someone is gone to give them the time they deserved while they were here.

Who came to mind while reading this? Take a moment to reach out to them today.

And share this message with someone you need to reconnect with. ❤️

10/28/2026

🍂🎃 What a wonderful night at CrossWay! ❤️

Our Fall Celebration was filled with candy, costumes, games, hayrides, bingo, cakewalks, and so many sweet memories! We loved seeing families come together, sharing lots of laughs, and making new memories with our community.

Most importantly, we're thankful for the opportunity to share the hope and good news of Jesus with those who joined us!

A huge thank-you to everyone who came out, volunteered, and helped make the evening special. We are so grateful for our CrossWay family and the community we're blessed to serve! 🧡

Take a look at some of our favorite moments from the night! 📸

10/28/2026

***Updated*** Food pantries added!

🍂💜 ALAMANCE COUNTY FALL FOOD PANTRY & MEAL GUIDE 💜🍂

No one should have to wonder where their next meal is coming from. ❤️

Serenity Path Network is sharing this week’s Food Pantry & Community Meal Guide for October 26–November 1, 2026, to help individuals and families throughout Alamance County connect with local food assistance and community resources.

🥫 Inside this week’s guide, you’ll find:
🍁 Local food pantries and grocery assistance
🍽️ Community meal programs and hot meals
🚚 Mobile food pantry resources
🇺🇸 Veterans’ services and support resources
👵🏽 Senior services and meal assistance
🌻 Community gardens and additional food resources
🤝 Other agencies and programs that may be able to help

📍 Whether you live in Burlington, Graham, Mebane, Haw River, Elon, or another Alamance County community, we encourage you to save this guide and share it with someone who may need it.

📢 PLEASE SHARE! You never know who in your circle may be struggling quietly or could benefit from knowing where to find help.

💡 Helpful reminder: Contact the organization before traveling to confirm current hours, availability, eligibility requirements, and appointment procedures.

🔎 Need help finding additional food resources? Visit United Way of Alamance County: https://www.uwalamance.org/get-help-0 or call NC 2-1-1.

At Serenity Path Network, we believe stronger communities begin when neighbors help neighbors. 💜

🍂 No One Should Go Hungry. Together, We Can Make a Difference!

10/28/2026

Have you ever faced something so devastating that you couldn't imagine how life could ever be good again?

Maybe it's a broken relationship. A painful failure. A dream that seems dead. Or a situation you simply don't know how to fix.

In Acts 20, a young man named Eutychus fell from a third-story window while Paul was preaching. He was taken up dead, and the people were understandably devastated. But Paul went to him, embraced him, and the young man was restored to life. The people were greatly comforted.

What looked hopeless wasn't the end of the story.

And maybe you need that reminder today. ❤️

Your circumstances may look hopeless, but they are never beyond God's knowledge or power.

Don't let despair convince you that God has abandoned you. Keep bringing your burdens to Him. Keep trusting His wisdom, even when you can't understand what He's doing.

You may not see a way forward right now, but you can keep placing your trust in the One who sees what you cannot.

If you needed this reminder today, comment “I'M STILL TRUSTING GOD.” 🙏

10/27/2026

What if you're so busy keeping your life together that you're missing the life you're supposed to be living?

Between work, responsibilities, deadlines, and everything else demanding our attention, it's easy to fill every moment of our schedules without making room for what matters most.

In Acts 20, a young man named Eutychus became so overwhelmed with sleep while Paul was preaching late into the night that he fell from a third-story window. It's a shocking moment in Scripture, but it also invites us to think about exhaustion and our own priorities.

Have we become so consumed with keeping up that we're neglecting our relationship with God, our families, and the people who need us?

Being busy isn't the same as living purposefully.

Don't wait until life forces you to stop before you examine your priorities.

Make time for God. Make time for people. Make time for what matters eternally.

Because a full schedule doesn't always mean a full life. ❤️

If you needed this reminder today, comment “HELP ME SLOW DOWN.”

10/26/2026

The person who smiled at you today might have cried themselves to sleep last night—and you would never know. ❤️

Sometimes, the people who look the strongest are carrying the heaviest burdens.

In Acts 20, Paul took time to encourage the believers with many words. He didn't simply deliver a message and move on. He made it a priority to strengthen the people around him.

And that's something we can all learn from.

Sometimes people don't need another instruction or another piece of advice. They just need a reminder that they're not alone, that they matter, and that there's still hope.

It might be your coworker, your friend, your spouse, or a family member who's quietly struggling.

Don't wait until someone falls apart before reminding them that they matter.

Send the text. Make the phone call. Speak the kind word.

You never know how much hope God might bring through one moment of encouragement.

Who came to mind while reading this? Take a moment to reach out to them today. And share this post with someone who needs the reminder. 🙏

10/25/2026

10/25/2026

Welcome to CrossWay Church Online! We're excited to worship with you today. If you're new, we'd love to connect with you. Fill out our digital connect card https://visit.crosswayelon.com/plan-form