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What happens when someone with a sinful past encounters Jesus in a room full of judgment? In Luke 7:36–50, a woman known for her sin enters a Pharisee's home and pours expensive perfume on Jesus' feet. While everyone else sees her reputation, Jesus reveals something far greater: the transforming power of forgiveness. In this message, "Forgiven Much," from our Friends of God series, we discover how remembering God's incredible mercy deepens our love for Him, renews our joy, and inspires us to extend His grace to others. Have we become so familiar with Christianity that we've forgotten the wonder of our own salvation? Being a friend of God isn't simply about knowing more about Him. It's about knowing His heart, walking in obedience, and helping others experience the same forgiveness we've received. Scripture: Luke 7:36–50

Have you ever grown tired of trying, waiting, or doing what’s right without seeing the results? In this message, we’re reminded that we will reap a harvest in God’s timing if we don’t give up. Through the principle of sowing and reaping, we discover that our actions, words, attitudes, time, and resources are all seeds. What we sow matters, where we sow matters, and the harvest may reach further than we can see. As we live generously, walk in the Spirit, and faithfully plant the right seeds, we can trust God with the results. Whether you’re believing for a breakthrough in your own life or sowing into what God is doing through Cornerstone, don’t grow weary in doing good. Keep sowing. Keep trusting. Don’t give up. The harvest will come at just the right time. 📖 Scripture: Galatians 6:7–9; 2 Corinthians 9:10

What does it really mean to be a friend of God? Is it possible to know God as your Father while growing into a deeper friendship with Him? In this first message of our new series, Friends of God, we explore how our relationship with God is meant to grow and mature throughout our lives. Through John 15:14-15, John 1:12, and the examples of Abraham and Moses, discover what Scripture teaches about our identity as children of God and the invitation to become His friends. We'll explore three essential characteristics of friendship with God: Relational Connection – Knowing God personally through prayer, worship, and His Word. Obedience – Honoring God through reverence, trust, and obedience. Partnership – Moving beyond what God can do for us to how we can participate in His mission. Being a child of God is a gift made possible through Jesus Christ. Growing in friendship with Him is a lifelong journey of knowing His heart and living for His purposes. Join Cornerstone Church for "From Children to Friends" and discover how to grow deeper in your relationship with God. Scriptures: John 15:14-15, John 1:12, Isaiah 41:8, Exodus 33:11, Romans 8:17

Man in the Mirror What do you do when life falls apart and everything you’ve counted on is shaken? In 1 Samuel 30, David faces devastating loss, overwhelming pressure, and the threat of rejection. But in the middle of it all, David found strength in the Lord his God. In this message, we’re reminded that we can’t strip God of His sovereignty, that His ordered steps are better than our planned steps, and that we aren’t called to be self-reliant—but we are called to be gardeners of our soul. When life doesn’t go according to plan, we can choose to trust God, find our strength in Him, and take responsibility for cultivating the health of our hearts. 📖 Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1–6

What could God do through one step of faith? Hebrews 11:6 reminds us that without faith, it is impossible to please God. But genuine faith doesn't simply believe—it moves us to action. In this powerful message, discover how ordinary people who trust and obey God can become part of something extraordinary. Through the examples of faith in Hebrews 11 and real-life stories of missionaries, church planting, and transformed communities around the world, we'll explore how God uses faithful obedience to accomplish His purposes. In this message, discover: - Why faith is essential to pleasing God - How obedience opens the door to God's work through us - What it means to step out in faith even when the future is uncertain - How God is using missionaries and church planting to reach communities - How to recognize the next step of faith before you The question isn't simply whether you have faith. It's what you'll do with it. What is the faith move God is calling YOU to make? 📖 Scripture: Hebrews 11:4–40, Hebrews 11:6

How do we hold onto God’s promises when we’re still waiting to see them fulfilled? In this message, Sydney Franks explores Hebrews 11 and the faith of those who trusted God even when they couldn’t see the outcome. We’re reminded that faith isn’t just about believing God for a promise—it’s about walking closely with Him, trusting His character, and standing firm in His Word even when the journey looks different than we expected. If you’re in a season of waiting, be encouraged: The One who made the promise is trustworthy. Keep seeking Him, keep trusting Him, and don’t lose heart.

What if the joy you've been searching for is found in the relationships God designed you to have? Jesus promised that our joy could overflow, and in John 15:10–13, He revealed a powerful connection between joy, love, and Christian community. In this message, The Joy of Community, we discover why meaningful relationships with other believers are essential to our spiritual health, how the enemy works to create division and isolation, and why giving love rather than simply receiving it is a key to experiencing lasting joy. You'll learn how to build authentic Christian friendships, overcome offense and unforgiveness, heal from relational hurt, and experience the joy that comes from being part of God's family. God never intended for you to walk through life alone. The Church isn't just a place to attend. It's a family where we grow, love, serve, and heal together.

Are you truly living with joy? Biblical joy is more than laughter, happiness, or having everything go your way. It’s a deep sense of fulfillment, satisfaction, and peace that remains even when life is difficult. In this message, “I’ve Got Joy,” we discover what the Bible teaches about cultivating joy in our everyday lives. Joy is a fruit of the Spirit, but we also have a choice in whether we cultivate it or bury it through what we focus on, what we say, how we respond, and where we place our trust. Discover how the joy of the Lord gives us strength, helps us endure difficult seasons, changes our perspective, impacts the people around us, and ultimately flows from knowing God personally. No matter what season you’re walking through, God desires for joy to become the steady soundtrack of your life.

What does love have to do with the Gifts of the Spirit? Everything. As we continue our study through 1 Corinthians, we dive into chapter 13 to discover why love is at the heart of our spiritual lives. Through this message, we’re reminded that love must be the root of our lives, the fruit growing within us, and the action that shapes how we treat others. Our spiritual maturity isn’t measured simply by our gifts, but by how well our lives reflect the love of Jesus. Love grows. Love is a verb. And love is the greatest of all. 📖 1 Corinthians 13

What if the joy you’ve been looking for is connected to the purpose God created you for? In The Joy of Purpose, we discover how joy grows when we understand that our lives are not random, step into the purpose God has given us, build His Kingdom, and use our lives to bless others. True joy isn’t just a temporary feeling of happiness, it’s the fulfillment, satisfaction, and peace that comes from knowing your life has meaning and direction. When we stop living only for ourselves and begin pouring into others, serving, giving, and joining Jesus in His mission, something changes within us. Discover how to cultivate deeper joy by living the life God created you to live.

Have you lost the joy you once had in your relationship with God? In this message, The Joy of My Salvation, we look at the powerful connection between obedience, repentance, and experiencing the joy of the Lord. Through Jesus’ teaching, Psalm 1, and David’s prayer of repentance in Psalm 51, we discover how sin can rob us of joy, and how God’s mercy and forgiveness can restore it. David cried out, “Restore to me the joy of your salvation.” His story reminds us that God does not reject a broken and repentant heart. Salvation isn’t something we earn through perfect performance, it is the incredible gift of God’s mercy, forgiveness, and grace through Jesus Christ. If your faith has begun to feel heavy, routine, or joyless, this message is an invitation to remember the incredible reality of what Jesus has done for you and rediscover the joy of your salvation. Scriptures: 1 Peter 1:8, John 15:10–11, Psalm 19:8, Psalm 112:1, Proverbs 29:18, Psalm 1:1–2, Psalm 51

What does it take to become a woman who moves mountains? In Makings of a Mountain Mover, we look at the qualities God develops in women of faith who are ready to face fear, disappointment, pressure, insecurity, waiting, and seemingly impossible obstacles. Mountain movers aren’t born, they’re made. They heal and grow, live by wisdom and principle, persevere when life gets difficult, recognize the purpose in where God has positioned them, fight for their families, build strong sisterhood, and pursue the presence of God. Whatever mountain is standing in front of you today, God can use the process of facing it to strengthen, shape, and prepare you for His purpose. 📖 “If you had faith even as small as a mustard seed, you could say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it would move.” — Matthew 17:20

What kind of man is God calling you to become? In “Plant the Flag,” Pastor challenges men to reject passivity, embrace biblical manhood, and take responsibility for their faith, family, church, and future. Every man needs a vision worth fighting for. This message unpacks 7 flags every man must plant: becoming a Mountain Man who pursues God, slaying the dragons of spiritual warfare, cultivating your family, building a band of brothers, protecting and serving others, advancing the Kingdom of God, and leaving a legacy for the next generation. God is calling men to stand firm, grow spiritually, lead sacrificially, fight for what matters, and live with purpose. It’s time to PLANT THE FLAG. If this message encouraged or challenged you, share it with another man who needs to hear it.

Prayer isn’t just something we do when we’re in trouble—it’s one of the ways we stay spiritually strong, alert, and prepared for everything God has called us to do. In this message, we look at a practical prayer model inspired by Ephesians 6 and the Armor of God. Because we are engaged in spiritual warfare, we need to learn how to pray proactively—not just reacting to what happens around us, but intentionally covering our lives, our families, our purpose, and our future in prayer. The Whole Body Prayer Model gives us a practical way to pray through different areas of our lives—from our head and thoughts to our hands, heart, belly, back, legs, and feet. Each part becomes an opportunity to invite God to bring strength, purity, wisdom, discernment, direction, fruitfulness, supernatural power, endurance, and purpose. This message will challenge you to consider: What if we learned to pray over our whole lives? Pray for your mind to be filled with truth. Pray for your eyes to see with faith and perspective. Pray for your ears to recognize the voice of God. Pray for your mouth to speak life and blessing. Pray for your hands to do righteous and fruitful work. Pray for your heart to remain pure and devoted to Jesus. Pray for your inner life to overflow with the Holy Spirit and spiritual fruit. Pray for strength to carry your responsibilities and God's purpose. Pray for your legs to walk in God's direction. And pray for your feet to carry the Good News wherever you go. “Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.” — Ephesians 6:18 Let this message give you a practical framework for strengthening your prayer life and intentionally covering every area of your life in prayer. We are becoming A PRAYING CHURCH.

In this message from the “Dreaming With God” series, we explore how the gifts and talents God has placed within us can help reveal His dreams and purposes for our lives. Through the story of Joseph, we see that God was developing his gifts long before Joseph could see how they would ultimately be used. God has created each of us with unique abilities and specific purpose. But discovering a gift is only the beginning. We are called to use, grow, develop, and steward what God has given us. Joseph’s journey reminds us that God often places us in specific seasons, situations, and relationships where our gifts can be strengthened and prepared for greater purpose. In this message, we look at five important truths about our God-given gifts: believing that God has given us gifts, recognizing how our gifts can reveal His dreams for us, committing to developing those gifts, faithfully stewarding what He has entrusted to us, and allowing the church to help us discover, develop, and deploy our gifts. You may be in a season where you feel like you're simply doing what’s in front of you, but God may be using that very season to prepare you for something greater. What God has placed in you matters. Steward it well, develop it faithfully, and use it for His glory.   Discover. Develop. Deploy. Your gift is connected to your purpose.