Crossroads Church is a multisite megachurch in Cincinnati, Ohio. Led by Senior Pastor Brian Tome, it is one of the fastest-growing and largest churches in America, consisting of nearly 40,000 members spread across fourteen locations in the Ohio and Kentucky area. It advertises itself as a “place for people who have given up on church but not on God.”
Earlier this year, they had rodeo champion and cowboy evangelist Todd Pierce break down and tame a wild horse live on stage in an over-the-top sermon illustration design to mirror our relationship with God. The promo material explains:
“Witness the incredible bond between man and animal as Todd works to gain the trust and respect of this untamed creature.
But it’s not just about training a horse. Through his unique approach, Todd draws parallels between the training process and our relationship with God. See how patience, perseverance, and trust can lead to a deep connection with both the horse and our Creator.
Whether you’re a horse enthusiast, a fan of rodeo, or simply interested in exploring the deeper connections between faith and life, this is a must-watch video. Join Todd Pierce on this thrilling journey of faith and horsemanship, and discover the power of a true connection.
This could be one of the most memorable experiences you will have in your lifetime. A chance to see true transformation. See the embodiment of unbridled strength, go from surviving to thriving. Because even though we were born wild, we were designed to live free.”
Megachurch features an animal trainer "breaking" a wild horse onstage in less than an hour for a live sermon illustration.
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I’d love to see the churchgoers when they realuze they are not animals, but human.
But I doubt attendance there ia driven by sober thinking.