Anger, like a small spark that ignites a wildfire, has the power to cause devastating damage in our lives and relationships. While not all anger is sinful, most stems from pride and selfishness rather than righteousness. Unresolved anger creates barriers in our relationship with God and hinders genuine worship. The path forward requires taking init…

Understanding the relationship between Jesus and Old Testament law is crucial for every believer's spiritual journey. Explore how Jesus fulfilled both the Mosaic law and prophetic writings, and discover the enduring relevance of Old Testament teachings. Learn about God's unchanging principles, the transition from Old to New Covenant, and why perfec…

Jesus faced widespread misunderstanding about His relationship with the Old Testament law during His ministry. While many accused Him of breaking the law, He actually fulfilled it perfectly. The confusion arose because religious leaders had elevated human traditions to the same level as Scripture. Jesus demonstrated the true intent of God's law whi…

Jesus provides two metaphors to help us understand who we are as His followers. Our identity teaches us how to influence our world for His Kingdom. But what does being salt and light tangibly look like for believers? (Matthew 5:13-16) Sermon Notes

This episode explores God's sovereignty and holiness as revealed to Isaiah, emphasizing the stark contrast between God's perfection and human sinfulness. Isaiah's vision leads to his confession of sin and subsequent cleansing by God, highlighting the necessity for divine grace. Ultimately, Isaiah responds affirmatively to God's call for service, un…

God's love transcends all boundaries and societal judgments, as demonstrated through Jesus' interactions with those deemed unworthy. The story of Levi, a tax collector whom Jesus called to discipleship, illustrates this unconditional love perfectly. We are challenged to examine our own tendencies to judge others and instead show the same grace we'v…

Has God told you to do something even when doing it didn't make much sense? Were you obedient even though it seemed senseless and not beneficial? Jeremiah found himself in a situation like this and was obedient. But what about God's person who helped him obey in bleak circumstances? See how God, being sovereign and omnipotent, helped the prophet be…

Omniscient, Omnipresent, Omnipotent. What do these three words that we seldom hear and less often use mean about our God? How can these attributes of our God provide comfort, peace, encouragement, and hope during crises?By Thomas Cruthis

Matthew 5:1-12, known as the Beatitudes, presents Jesus’ teachings on the characteristics of those who belong to His Kingdom. These verses describe the humble, merciful, pure-hearted, and peacemaking individuals who, despite suffering or persecution, are blessed and promised rewards in heaven. Jesus redefines happiness, showing that true fulfillmen…

In this passage, we will discover who and what a disciple of Jesus is, can these four qualities of a disciple be said of you?By Thomas Cruthis

What are the attributes of God? How do we know them? Why are they important to know?By Thomas Cruthis

Sermon on Matthew 4:12-17By Thomas Cruthis

This week, we transition from bibliology to Theology Proper, the study of God Himself. Adventure Club's question for this coming Sunday is: "Who is the one true God?" To answer this question, they will look at 1 Kings 17, where the LORD, the God of the Bible, shows Himself to be the one true God as Elijah faces off with the prophets of Baal. Our th…

Why do we have the 66 books of the Bible we do? Why were others left out? This post explores and answers how we have the 66 books we have.By Thomas Cruthis

Does the Bible contain errors? How can we be sure? What is inerrancy? Can we know for sure we have today what God really said to the biblical writers in the past?By Thomas Cruthis

In this theology session, we look at Special Revelation. General revelation has let all people, in all places, and at all times know there is a God but fails to reveal the identity of this God and what it means for life. God uses special revelation to show who He is, what He is like, and how we are to relate to Him.…

Cornerstone, in general, dive into this week's Theology Thursday with me as we explore General Revelation. After all, 1 Timothy 1:17 says that God is invisible, so how can He exist? Parents, this video hopes to prepare you for what your child is learning in Adventure Club this Sunday. We want to equip you so that you can talk with your child after …

We finish our Christmas series in Matthew 2:13-23. In these verses, Matthew details the King's great escape. We will discover why this flight of Jesus and His parents from an enraged king is important and learn how to navigate living by Joseph's example.By Thomas Cruthis

Join Cody Finlen as he walks us through a familiar but powerful parable of Jesus!By Thomas Cruthis

Daniel 8 is loaded with astounding prophecy, which has come to pass fully and accurately! But why is biblical prophecy important? Is it simply enjoyable mind candy, or are there beneficial truths for us to believe that provide tangible benefits?By Thomas Cruthis

In the first part of Daniel 7, we discovered what Daniel saw in his vision; here, we see what Daniel learned from his vision and how what he learned can help us today.

What is the meaning of the four beasts in Daniel 7? What do these wild verses mean today as we approach another presidential election and face life's difficulties?

Daniel 6 recounts the story of Daniel being thrown into the lions’ den after defying King Darius' decree prohibiting prayer to anyone except the king. Miraculously, God protects Daniel by shutting the lions' mouths, leading Darius to acknowledge God's power and issue a decree honoring Him throughout the kingdom. It's a story we know well but during…

In Daniel chapter 5, King Belshazzar of Babylon hosts a grand feast using sacred vessels taken from the Jerusalem temple, dishonoring God. During the celebration, a mysterious hand appears and writes a message on the wall. Daniel is called to interpret it, warning that Belshazzar's kingdom is about to fall due to his arrogance and failure to honor …

We've all heard tales of legendary beasts and monsters that lurk in the shadows of the cultural fringe, folklore, and mythology. However, there is a beastly sin that lurks within all of us. Some believe that this sin is the root from which all other sins grow out of and bloom. What is this sin? What does God desire to form in its place and how does…

In Daniel 3 we discover how we can live courageously for Jesus wherever we are today and how our courage can encourage others now and later.By Thomas Cruthis

Daniel chapter two is full of prophecy. Some of the prophecies have been fulfilled and some still await fulfillment. Join us as we look at Nebuchadnezzar's dream of a colossal statue that robs him of his sleep meant for him and means for us today. We will wrestle with who or what the ten toes represent in this sermon too!…

The book of Daniel offers profound lessons on faith, cultural assimilation, and God's sovereignty. Daniel and his friends, taken to Babylon, resolved not to defile themselves with the king's food, demonstrating deep faith and respectful resistance. Their unwavering commitment led to divine favor and exceptional wisdom. Today, Daniel's story encoura…

Exploring the nature of God's goodness amidst suffering, we examine biblical stories and personal experiences to understand His mercy and grace. We discuss why bad things happen to good people, the story of Job, and the problem of God's mercy, ultimately finding that both blessings and suffering draw us closer to God. The key to faithfulness is con…

Exploring Acts Chapter 6, we learn about the emergence of deacons in the early church, a response to the growing community's needs. Deacons were established to manage the physical needs, allowing apostles to focus on teaching and prayer. Their qualifications included being respected, Spirit-filled, and wise. The selection process was communal, and …

Psalm 131 presents a powerful approach to finding peace in a restless world through humility, stillness, and hope in God. David's personal journey, amidst his struggles, teaches us to embrace our limitations, quiet our souls in God's presence, and place our unwavering trust in the Lord's faithfulness. These timeless principles offer a path to tranq…

In John 9, we explore the transformation of a man born blind who encounters Jesus and gains both physical sight and spiritual insight. Jesus' healing of the man's blindness is a powerful demonstration of God's works and leads to a profound understanding of faith and worship. The man's journey from questioning to bold testimony and finally to worshi…

In Luke 7:36-50, an unnamed woman demonstrates profound worship by anointing Jesus with expensive perfume, despite being a known sinner. Her actions contrast with Simon the Pharisee's judgmental stance, prompting Jesus to teach about forgiveness through a parable. This story encourages us to worship Jesus deeply, recognizing the magnitude of our fo…

Exploring Mark 2:1-12, we learn about the power of faith, determination, and prayer through the story of four friends who overcome obstacles to bring their paralyzed friend to Jesus for healing. Jesus' response to their faith is both forgiving and miraculous, prompting us to remove life's distractions and commit to intercessory prayer, trusting in …

Exploring Psalm 20:4, we uncover that it's not a blanket promise for personal desires but a specific prayer for King David's success. Proper Bible study, including prayer and context understanding, is crucial. Aligning our hearts with God's will is key to having our desires met, as our true joy should be in the Lord, not in our own plans.…

In the midst of spiritual depression, Psalm 42 serves as a beacon of hope, guiding us to seek God's presence with the same desperation as a deer for water. It encourages us to reflect on past joys, question our emotions, and wrestle with our thoughts, while ultimately affirming God's unfailing love. By anchoring our hope in God, we find the strengt…

What is Parent Commissioning? Why be commissioned as parents? Is this the same as baby dedication? How do we be commissioned as parents as the primary disciplers as our children? All this and more in this short episode!By Thomas Cruthis

Ruth 3:1-18By Thomas Cruthis

Romans 16:1-7 At first glance, the first sixteen verses of chapter 16 look like a list of Paul's social media followers. Because of this surface appearance, a list of little-known and hard-to-pronounce names, these verses can be easily skipped or quickly skimmed during our reading or study times. Regarding passages like Romans 16:1-16, we must reme…

Romans 15:14-33 In the second part of chapter 15, Paul explains his reasons for writing, his delay in visiting the Romans, and his future plans. Through Paul's personal touch near the end of this letter, we find three important reminders for us to listen to and carryout to be faithful followers of Jesus.…

Paul continues to unpack God's will for His people. In these verses, we discover the kind of love we are to have for others. When we love one another with this kind of love, we prove to the world that we are Christ's followers.By Thomas Cruthis

Paul immediately moves into an arena of life where we need our minds transformed so that we will know God's good, pleasing, and perfect will. In these short verses the Apostle reminds us that we must not be proud people but a humble people who recognize their need for others and others need for them if the body of Christ is to mature. Join us in th…

Pastor Alex takes us through Jesus' words on worry and how we can live a worry free life!By Thomas Cruthis

Brian shares his heart for both the ministries of Marked Men for Christ and to see men's lives transformed by the power of the Gospel. Using his struggle with anger, he provides not only Biblical guidance for dealing with anger rightly but also hope for those who are angry as he transparently shares how God has and is working in his life in this em…

God has shown us what awaits all of creation including us receiving our new bodies that last forever! But while we wait, is there help for God's children! The answer is a resounding, YES! See the ways that God helps us as His children till receive our full inheritance as co-heirs with Christ.By Thomas Cruthis

It just so happens that the Holy Spirit placed these verses of Scripture before as a body after a heavy week. There aren't many (if any) verses that would be better at ministering to God's people who find their hearts heavy than Romans 8:17-25. In these verses, we see promises pertaining to our future that provide hope, encouragement, and energy fo…

It would be hard to argue that another chapter in the Bible so beautifully and powerfully describes the depth and width of the Gospel and its effects on the Believer's life and the universe. Romans 8:1 declares that there is no condemnation for those in Jesus! This week, we look at how this fact is possible because of the Holy Spirit and what He do…

Romans 7:14-25 answers the following question, "Why do I still struggle with sin, even though I am a believer in Jesus?" Every believer experiences an ongoing struggle with keeping God's law. Will relief from this struggle ever occur? If this struggle will one day cease to exist, what do we do in the meantime?…

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:1-61 We have a God Who is faithful and that makes a difference in our lives now! This week we are challenged by King Solomon's worship and prayer as he leads the nation of Israel in dedicating the temple. We were also able to honor nine faithful saints who were there at Cornerstone's beginning!…

Neal takes us to one of the most breathtaking chapters of all Scripture, Revelation 5, to help us answer the question, "Is He Worthy?" The reasons for His worthiness are our reasons for our worship of Him because they display His work on our behalf.