Freeport Campus eLetter

Thursday, June 4, 2026
From our Campus Worship Minister

Hi church family!

I hope you are having a wonderful first week of summer!  School is officially out and I don’t know about you, but my kids are already keeping me busy with all the fun they say needs to be had, ha!

Sunday we finished our Kudzu series with a message on Complacency - How it slowly creeps in, we start to settle and become comfortable instead of living into courageous faith.  It’s been such an excellent series!  If you missed it or want a refresh check it out HERE!

We also sang a powerful song this weekend, Battle Belongs.  This song reminds me of a season in my life where I felt like I had lost the battle.  I was a bit of a mess and kept asking God, “What am I supposed to do?”  How do I have faith without doubting when I’ve been so hurt and disappointed - when things I believed so hard for didn’t turn out the way I believed they should have?  I have seen God’s goodness and faithfulness in my life over and over again, but with a few big things I’ve seen heartache, mainly my youngest brother passing as a teenager and two miscarriages I had after Charley and Noah.
So what are we supposed to do when _______? (you fill in the blank)  Well… we keep on believing.  We keep on praying.  We remind ourselves that God is still good when life doesn’t feel good.  We dare to hope again.  And perhaps most importantly, we remember that we truly are in a battle and that there is a real enemy out for our souls.  God never meant for us to experience pain, but when sin entered the world so did death.  John 10:10 says, “The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” (NKJV)  God won the ultimate battle when He sent Jesus.  He made it so we can grieve without hopelessness.  God gives us permission to be sad, disappointed and angry.  But let’s make sure when the enemy attacks we get angry in the right direction.  We don’t have to live in our grief and we can walk in victory TODAY!  Get angry at the devil!  Have a righteous indignation - he can’t have your peace, your joy, your family!  I’m so grateful to know I will see my brother again.  I know that I have two babies in heaven, and I also had two more beautiful babies, my Lexi and Josiah.  God is good.  He gives us the grace to walk through every situation and he restores what the enemy has stolen.
I want to leave you with this scripture that reminds us that God gives us all the tools we need to fight this battle.
Ephesians 6:10-18 (The Message)
A FIGHT TO THE FINISH
“…God is strong, and He wants you strong. So take everything the Master has set out for you, well-made weapons of the best materials. And put them to use so you will be able to stand up to everything the Devil throws your way. This is no afternoon athletic contest that we’ll walk away from and forget about in a couple hours. This is for keeps, a life-or-death fight to the finish against the Devil and all his angels.
Be prepared. You’re up against far more than you can handle on your own. Take all the help you can get, every weapon God has issued, so that when it’s all over but the shouting you’ll still be on your feet. Truth, righteousness, peace, faith, and salvation are more than words. Learn how to apply them. You’ll need them throughout your life. God’s Word is an indispensable weapon. In the same way, prayer is essential in this ongoing warfare. Pray hard and long…”
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT CROSSPOINT: 

Discover Crosspoint | June 14 at 9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.
If you’re new or looking to take your next step, this is where you’ll hear our story, meet our team, and find out how you can get connected as a Disciple here at Crosspoint. Register HERE!

Vacation Bible School | June 15 - 18

This summer, your kids are stepping into an unforgettable adventure deep in the rainforest, where every corner is filled with wonder, discovery, and powerful moments learning about God’s love. From wild games and high-energy worship to creative activities and meaningful connections… this is going to be one for the books! We are still in need of volunteers if you are able to be a part of this amazing time!  Volunteer Here

Join the Launch Team!
The Launch Team is made up of people helping create the kind of church where people feel welcomed, known, discipled, and sent. As we prepare for this next chapter, we need more people willing to serve, lead, pray, invite, setup, welcome, invest in kids, and help build what God is doing here.

You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be willing.
If you’re ready to take a step and be part of what God is building at Crosspoint, join the Launch Team by signing up HERE.
Love you church!
Amanda Cheeley FP Campus
Amanda Cheeley, Campus Worship Minister
Crosspoint, Freeport
Holly Chavis