Posts with the category “from-our-ministers”

In John 17:20-23, Jesus is hours from the cross. Judas is already moving through the dark toward Gethsemane. And in that moment — with everything pressing down on him — Jesus prays for his followers. Not just the eleven in the room. He prays for every person who would ever believe in him. He prays that we would be one.  Read More

We don’t have to face our challenges alone. Whether battling sickness, dealing with anger, or facing financial struggles, the same grace extended to Paul is available to us. Often, it is through these hardships that we learn to become better people. Colossians 3:1-2 reminds us to set our hearts and minds on things above, using our struggles as opportunities for growth.  Read More

No one is outside His reach. That’s the point. The leper had every human reason to give up—and yet his faith pushed him forward anyway. He’d heard about Jesus. He believed. And that belief moved him. Theological knowledge matters, don’t get me wrong—doctrine is important and growth in Scripture is required. But we can never drift too far from the foundation: faith in the person and power of Jesus Christ.  Read More

Verse 7: "Welcome one another, just as Christ also welcomed you." That word — welcome — means to take someone fully into your fellowship. Not tolerate them. Not put up with them until they come around. Receive them. Grant them access to your heart. Take them into friendship. And here's the part that hits: when you genuinely accept someone, you're changed by that act. It costs you something. It transforms you.   Read More

Maybe you’re in a wilderness season right now. Maybe the pantry feels empty, not just literally, but emotionally, spiritually. Maybe you can’t see how it’s going to work out.   Read More

What made Paul so hard to stop was his perspective. Prison didn't silence him; he preached to the guards. A shipwreck didn't break him; he encouraged the crew. Opposition didn't shut him down; he reasoned with his accusers. You can't derail a man whose eyes are fixed on something beyond the present moment.  Read More

Fear is not the enemy when it drives us toward God. When we cling to His promises instead of withdrawing. Fear can be used to strengthen endurance, deepen character and anchor hope. God is still growing faith through fear today. Will you allow Him to grow you through it?  Read More

Hebrews 6:10 reminds us that God is not unjust—He does not forget the love shown in faithful service. And Romans 12 shows us that this kind of quiet faithfulness is not accidental. God has placed each believer where they are for a reason, equipping them to help hold the body together.  Read More

Much of what the Lord uses most deeply doesn’t happen in dramatic moments. It happens in patterns of steady obedience, consistent love, and ordinary service over time. Parents raising children in the faith. Older saints who continue to encourage and give even when it’s hard. Teachers, helpers, and servants who pour themselves out week after week. Deacons who quietly shoulder responsibility because they love Christ and His church.  Read More

Whether you’ve been part of the church for decades or you’re still finding your footing, this sermon will help you see your faith—and your place in the body of Christ—with fresh clarity. It’s an invitation to move from listening to living, from attendance to participation, and from routine to purpose.  Read More

Discipleship is not just for leaders. Growth is not just for beginners. And following Jesus is not a one-time decision: it is a lifelong walk. If you are looking for a church where Scripture is taken seriously, where Jesus remains central, and where people are encouraged to grow together in faith, we invite you to join us.  Read More

This month we are focusing on Equipped for Service. But before God equips us to serve Him publicly, He calls us to submit to Him personally. A life that is not anchored in obedience cannot endure pressure, and it cannot faithfully represent Christ.  Read More

If you’ve ever felt tired, overlooked, or unsure why service matters, this lesson speaks directly to that struggle. It invites us to lay down the world’s way of measuring importance and rediscover the joy of living in the footsteps of a Savior who gave everything for us.  Read More

If you’re tired, uncertain, or wondering where you fit, this message is for you. Grace does not burden us; it equips us. And when God calls us to serve, He walks with us every step of the way.  Read More

We often talk about the gifts Christ gives His people: leaders, Scripture, ministry, and mission. All of those matter. All of them are necessary. But they are not the greatest gift. The church exists, not because it has the right tools or the right plans, but because Christ Himself is present with His people.  Read More

If you’ve ever felt unsure about where you fit, how you can serve, or how spiritual growth really happens, this message is for you. God has not called His people to a task without providing the tools—and His Word remains the foundation of all true equipping.  Read More

We want every member to see the beauty of Christ’s design for His body. The church is not an audience. It’s not a set of programs. It’s not a handful of people doing everything. It is a community Christ has equipped—person by person, gift by gift—to build one another up in love.  Read More

If you are tired, discouraged, or simply longing for hope, this is a message you need to hear. And if you’re new to Cornerstone or have been away for a while, this Sunday is the perfect time to come. We will gather together in worship, lift up our eyes together, and remind our hearts that the King we serve is the King who will make all things new.  Read More

As we start Thanksgiving week, this message is just what many of us need. Some of us are tired, some discouraged, and some wonder if what we do even matters. God’s Word says it does. Your service matters, your love matters, your perseverance matters, and God will honor those who stay faithful.  Read More

Gossip wounds people deeply. Psalm 41:7 describes how enemies whisper together, plotting harm against the one they talk about. Gossip may sound casual, but it is often intended to hurt. Psalm 56:5 says the thoughts behind such words are evil; they aim to damage another’s reputation, peace, or relationships.  Read More

Following Jesus means running the same kind of race. We follow with endurance, humility, and trust. God never promised an easy path, but He did promise His presence. Jesus has gone before us, and He walks beside us. Every time we feel like quitting, Scripture calls us to look again at Him—His strength, His patience, His faithfulness.  Read More

David learned the peace that comes when you stop straddling the line. “He alone is my rock and my salvation, my stronghold; I will never be shaken.” His calm wasn’t denial; it was surrender. The storm hadn’t passed, but his heart was steady because it rested on something unshakable.   Read More

Jeremiah 29:11 says God’s plans are for peace, to bring wholeness and fulfillment to your life. That’s still true. He knows what He’s doing with your story. He’s shaping you, teaching you, and working through you so that His wisdom will be seen in the world and praised in heaven.  Read More

If you could open the record of your life right now — every thought, every word, every choice — what would you see? It’s sobering to think about. But for God’s people, it’s not meant to terrify — it’s meant to purify. It reminds us that life is short and eternity is sure. Now, as we reach the final month of our vision plan, we come to the moment when the Kingdom reaches its fulfillment — the moment when faith becomes sight.  Read More

And we remember this truth: God is our refuge, and He will deal bountifully with us. You are not alone. You are not forgotten. He is with you — even in the cave. Even in the uncertainty.  Read More

Apart from Christ, you are still at war with Him, and that is a battle no one wins. But through obedient faith, you can be justified, stand in grace, and live in confident hope of glory.  Read More

Prayer changes things, but more than that, it changes us. It teaches dependence. It replaces panic with peace. It turns worry into worship. When we bring everything before God with thanksgiving, He guards our hearts and minds with His presence.  Read More

Obedience has never been about earning salvation. It’s the natural result of being saved. Grace doesn’t cancel obedience—it empowers it. Jesus said, “If you love me, you will keep my commands.” That’s not a threat—it’s a promise. Real grace produces a heart that wants to do God’s will. We obey because we’ve been rescued. We follow because we’ve been found. As Paul said, “By the grace of God I am what I am… yet not I, but the grace of God that was with me.” (1 Corinthians 15:10)  Read More

Whether we want to think about it or not, open war has been declared on us. Just because it is invisible doesn’t mean it is imaginary.   Read More

This is our hope. Death, which has haunted humanity since the beginning, will finally be destroyed. “Death has been swallowed up in victory… Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ!” (1 Corinthians 15:54, 57).  Read More

But for Christians, this is not the time to sink into despair. This is the time to let the Word of God shape our perspective and anchor our hope.  Read More

“For me, to live is Christ and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21).   Read More

In John 11:25, Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me, even if he dies, will live.” That is the promise we cling to. Death is inevitable, but it is not the end. For those in Christ, death is the doorway into eternal life.  Read More

Come and be reminded that if you are in Christ, your name is already on the guest list. If you have not yet been baptized into Christ, the invitation remains open. Don’t leave your seat empty. Don’t leave your garment behind.  Read More

In the aftermath, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey addressed the city. In his remarks, he said: “Don’t just say this is about thoughts and prayers right now. These kids were literally praying.” The intent was to call for more than words in response to violence. But the effect was something much deeper, and for Christians, deeply troubling. His words carried the implication that prayer failed. That in the moment those children prayed, heaven was silent. That prayer itself is powerless.   Read More

Endurance isn’t about just gritting our teeth and holding on with our own strength. It’s about relying more fully on the God who has already carried us through. His righteousness lasts forever. His promises are sure. If you trust Him, His righteousness will sustain you as well.  Read More

Here is the good news: Jesus promises that those who hunger and thirst for righteousness “will be filled.”  Read More

Jesus, who never sinned, took on our guilt so we could be considered righteous before God. This righteousness is not something we earn through our efforts — it’s a gift we receive through obedient faith. But it’s not static — it calls us to live in a way that reflects God’s holiness, mercy, and truth.  Read More

“For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes… For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith, just as it is written: The righteous will live by faith.” (CSB)  Read More

You may be thinking: I’ll serve when I’m less busy… I’ll lead when my kids are older… I’ll give when things feel more stable… But death to self doesn’t wait. The cross never accommodates our schedules. And the Kingdom doesn’t advance on convenience.  Read More