Pastor’s Blog

“You know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything” (James 1:3-4). Leadership is about character and character is about the decisions we make in the storms of life. If you can choose to follow Jesus in the midst … Read More

“In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) Life is not about avoiding problems! It’s making sure you have the right ones in front of you. There are two types of problems in life: ones from sin and ones from Jesus. You need to deal with … Read More

“You are the light of the world. . . let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:14-16) You are a leader. Whether you ever speak from a microphone, teach a class, or have an important title, you are a leader. When the … Read More

“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.”  (Matthew 28:19-20)  God made us with a deep desire to share what we truly love. Somehow, when we connect someone … Read More

1. THANK YOU PRAYERS | Psalm 103:2-3 Praise the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits – who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases. Take turns speaking out short thank you prayers for all the benefits you have gains from the Lord. Be sure to remember the sins he has … Read More

I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people…this is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth. (1 Tim. 2:1, 3-4). This week, we’re praying for Jesus to be known in our … Read More

HERE WE GO! Because Jesus is such a blessing to our lives we can’t help but want to share Him with the world! This week is our targeted time to go out into the community through our “Jesus Is Buying You Dinner” outreach! This gives Cornerstone families a tangible way to be a witness to our community … Read More

  The Question Jar Print out a list of encouragement or accountability questions, cut out and fold up each individual question and then place them in a jar on the dinner table. During one meal this week, take turns having each person pull out a question from the jar. Whoever selects the question also gets … Read More

  Thank You Prayers Take turns speaking out short thank you prayers “For how God has saved you and from what He has saved you.” Go back and forth a few times; at first it may seem awkward or you may begin with things that seem “Small”, but as you open your heart to Thanksgiving, … Read More

David was probably a little homesick when he thought of the well water there as the very best anywhere. Some of his mighty men overhear what he said and took it seriously. Certainly he had not given any orders to bring him water from that well and we learn that he had not even intended … Read More