Episodes
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God's Grand Story // Pt. 4 - The United Kingdom
In the Old Testament the “heart” governs a person’s thoughts, emotions, and decisions. King Saul – 1095-1055 B.C. (1 Samuel 13-15; 1 Chron. 9:35-10:14) But now your kingdom must end, for the Lord has sought out a man after his own heart. The Lord has already appointed him to be the leader of his...
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God's Grand Story // Pt. 3 - The Promised Land
Joshua 1:1-9 God keeps His Promise.Joshua 24:15bWhat will we choose A New Place Doesn't Mean a Changed Heart Judges 21:25 The Cycle of Judges Sin Servitude Supplication Salvation Silence--Peace with God Are we asking God to change our circumstances while refusing to let Him change us?J udges...
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God's Grand Story // Pt. 2 - Wandering: The Journey to Deliverance!
Moses and Pharaoh (Exodus 1-11) Is there an area of life in which you are afraid to hope? Passover and the Red Sea (Exodus 12-15) Jesus Christ is our Passover Lamb! (John 1:29) Glory, Covenant, and Presence (Exodus 16 – Leviticus 27) God camps out among his people. (John 1:14) 12 Spies (Numbers...
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God’s Grand Story // Pt 1. – Beginnings: The Life of Faith
And it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him. (Hebrews 11:6) Do you have faith that God is good? – Creation and Fall (Gen. 1-5) Does your faith in God enable you to be humble? –...
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Cornerstone's Discipleship Pathway // IN! - Growing Together
God created us to be in community. (Gen. 2:18; Eccl. 4:9-10) We face hurdles to community. Growing together! (Hebrews 10:23-25) Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise. (Hebrews 10:23) Let us think of ways to motivate one another to...
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Cornerstone's Discipleship Pathway
Scripture: John 15:5; Joshua 14:12; Matthew 4:19; Matthew 11:28; John 16:33In an increasingly artificial world, the church is called to offer the living presence of Jesus and genuine human connection.The Discipleship Pathway is a living progression: Planted in Christ, Rooted in truth, Growing...
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Cornerstone's Discipleship Pathway // IN! - Rooted in Christ!
Where do we find truth? (Jn. 14:6) The history of truth: Absolute, Relative, Personal, Tribal. Being rooted in Biblical Truth aligns our lives with God’s design! (2 Tim. 3:16-17) Being rooted in Biblical Truth prospers our lives! (Jeremiah 17:7-8) Biblical Truth connects us to God’s love!...
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Cornerstone's Discipleship Pathway // Pt. 1 - Planted in Christ
There’s nothing worse than being planted in poor soil, rooted in lies, withering alongside people who compete with you and tear you down, while thriving in things that don’t matter. We know something is missing without a connection to God. (Eccl. 3:11) Planted in Christ! (Ps. 1:3) Where are you...
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What Are You Expecting?
I expect the Lord will shepherd me through this year. (Ps. 23:1) I expect the Lord will provide what I need. (Ps. 23:1) I expect the Lord will renew my strength. (Ps. 23:2-3) I expect the Lord will guide me so my life will bring him honor! (Ps. 23:3) I expect I will walk through dark valleys, and…
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Remembering Why We're Here!
Missional DNA! (Jesus – Matthew 9:35-38) Cornerstone exists to help people find their spiritual home in Jesus Christ! “The American Church in Crisis” – On any given weekend in the US 17.5% of people attend a church worship service. The GOSPEL: God created us to be with Him. Our sins separate us...
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Chasing Carrots // Pt. 4 - Approval
Approval: to please, we are looking to accommodate oneself to the opinions, desires, or interests of others. Proverbs 29:25 Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety. We are fearing people: if we are obsessed with seeking approval and what other people think about us....
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Chasing Carrots // Pt. 5 - Comfort
Everyone desires a life more defined by ease than struggle. Chasing a counterfeit comfort eliminates our need for faith. (Hebrews 11:6) You cannot pursue comfort and walk by faith. Embrace God’s authentic comfort! (Psalm 23:1,4; 2 Cor. 1:3-5) Embrace God’s Discomfort! (Paul – Rom. 5:3-5) Embrace...
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Chasing Carrots // Pt. 3 - Perfectionism
How do we combat the need for perfection? Follow along as Pastor Steve Anderson interviews the founders of Land of Hope Ministry. They share stories of brokenness and hope!
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Chasing Carrots // Pt. 2 - Money & Stuff
“Rich” is a moving target. Then he said to them, “Beware! Guard against every kind of greed. Life is not measured by how much you own.” (Luke 12:15) The good news is you’re rich! (Eccl. 5:10) The bad news is you’re rich! (Lk. 18:24-25) Earn all you can. Save all you can. Give all you can.…
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Chasing Carrots // Pt. 1 - Fame
Watch me! Fame (1 Chron. 14:16-17; Acts 16:14; John 3:30) A question of motive. Who are you representing? (2 Cor. 5:20) Whose approval matters most? (Prov. 29:25; 1 Thess. 2:4,6; Eph. 1:4-5) We are not called to be famous. We are called to be faithful! A story. Next Steps: Read Eph. 1:4-5 every...
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Hope in Hard Times // Pt. 7 - Hope Powered Humility!
"God defines a leader as someone who should be humble, dependent, alert, tenacious, prepared and confident."1. The Posture of a Leader: Humble & Dependent (v. 5–7)Godly leaders do not wear a crown of pride; they clothe themselves in humility.We cannot carry the weight of leadership until we learn...
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Hope in Hard Times // Pt. 6 - Hope Guides Our Behavior!
What do you expect? (John 16:33) We focus our attention on living for God! (1 Peter 4:1-3) We’re prepared for the final judgment! (1 Peter 4:5-6) We build a strong IN into community rhythm! (1 Peter 4:7-11) We’re not surprised when we face challenges and suffering. (1 Peter 4:12-19) Next Step:...
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Hope in Hard Times // Pt. 5 - Hope Sustains Us in Suffering
A question and answer. (1 Peter 3:13-17) Alice’s Story God created us to be with Him Our sins separate us from God. Sins cannot be removed by good deeds. Paying the price for sin, Jesus died and rose again. Everyone who trusts in Him alone has eternal life. Life with Jesus starts now and lasts...
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Hope in Hard Times // Pt. 4 - Hope Powered Respect!
Hope empowers respect for people in authority. (1 Peter 2:13-17) There are exceptions… A word about spiritual authority. (1 Cor. 14:29; 2 Cor. 13:10) Hope empowers respectful behavior during suffering. (1 Peter 2:18-25) Hope empowers wives’ respectful behavior. (1 Peter 3:1-6) Hope empowers...
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Hope in Hard Times // Pt. 3 - Jesus: The Cornerstone of Hope
Reframing out lives from "rejected" to "chosen." What is honorable behavior? Next Steps: - Jesus: Yes or No? - Shift your identity to being chosen by God the Father through Jesus. - Ponder: How does my behavior honor Jesus Christ?
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Hope in Hard Times // Pt. 2 - Living Our Hope!
Our hope motivates us to serve Jesus! (1 Peter 1:13-16) Put all your hope in… (Rev. 21:1,3-4) Don’t slip back into your old ways of living to satisfy your own desires… You must be holy in everything you do… HOLY = WHOLLY Dedicate yourself to serving God in your daily life! Next Steps: Choose to…
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Jesus: The Graverobber // Pt 3 - Resurrection Bodies
Different kinds of bodies. (Paul – 1 Cor. 15:35-41) The difference! (Paul – 1 Cor. 15:42-44)The earthly body and the heavenly body. (Paul – 1 Cor. 15:45-49)The wonderful secret! (Paul – 1 Cor. 15:50-53)Jesus wins! (Paul – 1 Cor. 15:54-58)
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Jesus: The Graverobber // Pt 2 - Taste of Things to Come
Without hope, nothing matters. With hope, everything matters!Jesus’ resurrection is the linchpin of Christian Faith. (Paul – 1 Cor. 15:12-19)Jesus’ resurrection is the first of a great harvest! (Paul – 1 Cor. 15:20-23)Jesus Christ has resurrection authority! (Paul – 1 Cor. 15:24-26)Because of...
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Jesus: The Graverobber // Easter Sunday!
Easter morning confusion! (Mark 16:1-8) Grave robber prevention. (Mt. 27:62-66) The grave robbery fabrication. (Mt. 28:11-15) The real grave robbery! (1 Cor. 15:1-7) The grave robbing continues! (Paul – Eph. 5:8,14) Next steps: Wake up! Believe! Relax!
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Jesus' Last Week // Pt. 6 - The Power of Jesus' Death
Clues about the power of Jesus’ death. (Mt. 27:45)The bystanders are confused. (Mt. 27:47-49) Jesus’ death. (Mt. 27:50)Jesus’ death makes friendship with God possible. (Mt. 27:51; Heb. 10:19-22)Jesus’ death unleashes the power of God! (Mt. 27:51-53)Jesus is recognized as the Son of God! (Mt....
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Jesus' Last Week // Pt. 5 - Facing Ridicule
Jesus’ crucifixion. (Mt. 27:32-38)The ridicule. (Mt. 27:39-44)Correcting our vision. If we trust God will always rescue us in the way we expect and he doesn’t, we feel that our faith is weak or God is not good. We trust God will always rescue us, knowing there will be a “death” before there is a...
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Jesus' Last Week // Pt 4 - Confronted By Jesus
Jesus’ trial begins. (Mt. 26:57-58)A “fixed” trial. (Mt. 26:59)The question! (Mt. 26:62-62)Jesus’ answer. (Mt. 26:64)The verdict. (Mt. 26:65-66)Jesus does not let us define him. Jesus defines himself!Jesus: Scam or Truth? (Mt. 16:13-16) Prayer Confessing Jesus as Messiah:Jesus, you say you are…
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Jesus' Last Week // Pt. 2 - A New Agreement
Passover (Mt. 26:17-19) Betrayal at a meal of deliverance. (Mt. 26:20-25) Jesus is the Covenant Maker (Mt. 26:26-30) We want to avoid bad covenants! We’re searching for a good covenant! Jesus is THE Passover Lamb! (John 1:29) Sin is rebellion against God! God’s covenant with us: Forgiveness…
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Jesus' Last Week // Pt. 1 - The Cost of Worship
Read: Matthew 26:6-13 NLT Worship is an inner and outer response God’s truth. Truth - that which corresponds to reality Inner - the heart. Outer - the body. The Anointing Stories in the Gospels Luke 7 - the sinful woman John 12 - the heart-broken woman Mark 14 - the unnamed woman Next...
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Serving Is Life! // Part 9: Servant Leadership
Following Jesus’ example of being a servant leader in the workplace.For I want to use the authority the Lord has given me to strengthen you, not to tear you down. (Paul – 2 Cor. 13:10) How did you come to believe in and want to follow Jesus Christ? What made you want to be a servant leader in…
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Serving Is Life! // Part 8: We Serve Jesus At Work!
My Father is always working, and so am I. (Jesus – Jn. 5:17) Our “work” is to manage what God gives us. (Gen. 1:27-28) God established a rhythm of work and rest. (Gen. 2:2-3) “Work” can get out of control! (Eccl. 2:24) And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus…
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Serving Is Life! // Part 6: We Serve Jesus, Not Money!
A Servant’s Daily Prayer: Jesus, I know you have saved me so I can do the good things you’ve planned for my life. Show me today how to serve you by serving people you’ve placed in my life. Amen. Parable of the Rich Fool (Jesus – Luke 12:13-21)Life is not measured by how much you own. (Jesus)We…
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Serving Is Life! // Part 5: We Serve Jesus at Cornerstone With Our Spiritual Gifts!
1 Corinthians 12:4-6Spiritual Gifts: It’s all about us! (1 Cor. 12:7) Discovering your Spiritual Gift (Put in QR I attached in this email) “Team” Spiritual Gifts: Evangelism, Prophecy, Teaching, Giving, Exhortation, Shepherding, Mercy, Serving, Administration. First things first! GOSPELNext…
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Serving Is Life! // Part 4: We Serve Jesus at Cornerstone!
Serving one another is an act of worship. (Rom. 12:1-2) We serve Jesus at Cornerstone by serving one another! (Col. 3:12-15) We are kind to one another, we forgive one another, we love one another, we live in peace with one another. We serve each other at Cornerstone on Sundays! Who did I meet?…
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Serving Is Life! // Part 3: We Serve Jesus by Serving People!
We serve Jesus by serving people! (Paul – Gal. 6:9-10; James 1:27) The most important Commandment! (Luke 10:25-29) Parable of the Good Samaritan (Jesus - Luke 10:30-37) Do for the one what you wish you could do for everyone. (Craig Groeschel) A Servant’s Daily Prayer: Jesus, I know you have saved...
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Serving Is Life! // Part 2: We Are Saved To Serve!
We are saved to serve! (Eph. 2:8-10; James 2:14) Grace is a gift of God’s unearned, determined kindness to us through Jesus Christ. God created us to be with Him. Our sins separate us from God. Sins cannot be removed by good deeds. Paying the price for sin, Jesus died and rose again. Everyone who...
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Serving Is Life! // Part 1: Servant Jesus Leads The Way!
I want a favor! (Mark 10:35) I want to be honored! (Mark 10:37) Do you know what you’re asking? (Mark 10:38) This is wrong! (Mark 10:41) Upside down is right side up! (Mark 10:42-44) Jesus led the way! (Mark 10:45) I have given you an example to follow. (Jn. 13:1-17) Next Step: Make your life’s...
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The Christmas Story // Part 4: The Wisemen
The search is on! (Mt. 2:1-2) Where should we search? (Mt. 2:3-4) Search here! (Mt. 2:5-6) True search/False search (Mt. 2:7-8) The find! (Mt. 2:9; 2 Tim. 3:15) Costly Worship! (Mt. 2:10-11; Rev. 3:20) Wise people prayer: Lord Jesus, I’m so glad you’re standing at the door and knocking. My search...
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The Christmas Story // Part 3: Shepherds
The shepherds were unlikely visitors in The Christmas Story. How similar are we to these shepherds? Today we hear from various members of Cornerstone's recent dental mission trip to Guatemala. They share stories of hope, resilience, and miracles.
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The Christmas Story // Part 2: Bethlehem
Small towns remember. Bethlehem’s memory. (Gen. 48:7; Ruth 1:1-2; Judges 12:8-10; 1 Sam. 16:1; 1 Chron. 11:26) Bethlehem’s hope! (Micah 5:2) Bethlehem in New Testament times. (Lk. 2:1-7) Follow King Jesus, not King Herod. (Phil. 2:5-11) God is not impressed by a person’s image. God looks at the...
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The Christmas Story // Part 1: Prophets
The biblical Christmas story is not a short story! (Gen. 1:1-4) Prophets: People chosen by God to speak God’s truth. The Prophet Isaiah: A great light from God will come! (Isaiah 9:2) John the Baptist: The great light from God is here! (Luke 1:78-79) Jesus is the light! (John 8:12; Psalm 119:105)...
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Knowing Jesus Brings Real Life // Part 4: It's All About Jesus
God’s children win! (1 John 5:1-5) The testimony about Jesus. (1 John 5:6-12) John’s wrote so we can be assured of eternal life! (1 John 5:13-15) God’s children move away from sin. (1 John 5:16-19) We find our home in Jesus Christ. (1 John 5:20) A plea for faithful worship. (1 John 5:21) Daily...
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Knowing Jesus Brings Real Life! // Part 3: Living In Love!
What love looks like. (1 John 3:11-24) Love sacrifices! (1 John 3:16) Actions prove love. (1 John 3:18) Believe and love. (1 John 3:23) Discerning false prophets. (1 John 3:4:1-6) Testing required! (1 John 4:1) Family ties. (1 John 4:6) We learn from God how to love! (1 John 4:7-20) Real love...
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Knowing Jesus Brings Real Life! // Part 2: Living In The Light
God is light! (1 John 1:5) God’s light cleanses and forgives. (1 John 1:9) God’s children live in the light! (1 John 2:6) To live in the light is to live in love. (1 John 2:7-8) We love the light, not the “world”. (1 John 2:16) Warning about “anti-christs”. (1 John 2:21-22) Living as children of...
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Knowing Jesus Brings Real Life! // Part 1: Knowing Jesus
Jesus as God. (1 John 1:1; John 1:14) Fake Jesus, Part-time Jesus, Real Jesus. How we know Jesus. (1 John 1:1) Jesus is eternal life. (1 John 1:2; John 5:39) The fellowship of Jesus. (1 John 1:3) The joy Jesus brings! (1 John 1:4) “The good life is to know Jesus.” (Eldon Cornelius) Next Steps:...
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Resilience // Raising Resilient Kids!
What’s your goal for your kids? Christ-confidence. (Joshua 1:9) Realistic expectations. (John 16:33) Stubborn hope. (Isaiah 43:1-3) I changed what I pray for my kids: Jesus, give my kids what they need to face the challenges that will come their way. Next Step: Commit to being who we want our…
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Resilience // Dial 911
We want to be resilient when those storms come. 2 Corinthians 5:17 - Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. Psalm 34:4-6 We have to get to a place where God is who we go to first. He is the first one we call. When we go to God…
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