Sermon Audios (Cornerstone Church Long Beach)

: How a Blessed Nation is Torn Apart

Spiritual Compromise, Moral Confusion & National Conquest

In the book of Judges, today's at-risk believers can learn valuable lessons on compromise, intimidation, faith, fear, courage, temptation, obedience, false religion, revenge, multiculturalism, and much more. Trace the way of God in the life of individual leaders and their nation in this series. The personal application and national significance of this series comes at just the right time for America.

5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29, 9/5, 9/12...

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16	In the Middle of a Moral Mudhole	09.12.10	Listen Now
	God placed even the horrible stories in the Bible for a reason: we are supposed to learn from them so that we don't repeat them. Resources sermon outline group homework
15	Dan: Vanished from God's Radar	09.05.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	What happens when a nation turns away from God and trusts feelings more than God's revealed truth? And when people who know better refuse to follow God's Word? We learn from the fall and demise of the Jewish tribe of Dan. Resources sermon outline
14	Ancient Politically Correct Religion	08.29.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The book of Judges chronicles one of the most uncertain and bizarre periods of ancient biblical history. The time of anarchy played out on all fields, including religion. Resources sermon outline
13	Samson: God Works from the Ashes of Defeat	08.22.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Samson's final chapter gives us a glimpse of how God treats us when we fail. Resources sermon outline
12	Samson: Almost Delilah'd to Death	08.15.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The story of Samson and Delilah is the stuff of real human drama, and one that need be heeded and remembered to avoid tragic self-destruction. Resources sermon outline
11	Samson: Revenge Rears its Ugly Head	08.01.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	For all his uniqueness and giftedness, Samson had major flaws that turned his life into a tragedy. But in the end, he discovered the grace of God. Resources sermon outline
10	Samson: Spiritual Defeat through Sinful Association	07.25.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	For all he had going for him, Samson's story is about squandered privilege and wasted talent, because he gave into the sinful world around him. Resources sermon outline
9	Samson: Spiritual Strength through Holy Separation	07.18.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The life of Samson is a picture of how we can keep our lives separated from from the destructive ways and ends of this sinful world. Resources sermon outline
8	Gideon: the Unlikely Hero Falls into a Hero's Trap	07.11.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Why are people and nations the victims of their own successes? The final chapter of Gideon's life provides an answer to this all to common human and national problem. Resources sermon outline
7	Gideon: the Unlikely Hero's Unconventional Victory	06.27.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Gideon led a handful of soldiers to victory in the face of unimaginable odds. His example teaches us how to face and win battles that confront us when God calls us to act heroically in this world. Resources sermon outline
6	Gideon: the Unlikely Hero Bargains with God	06.13.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Everyone experiences the stress and pressure of making a decision in the face of looming consequences. Gideon’s life gives us insight into how and how not to determine God’s will. Resources sermon outline group homework
5	Gideon: the Unlikely Hero Goes Public	06.06.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Gideon's example illustrates that it is not enough to answer God's call in private. God shows us how to move from talk to action in this episode of Gideon's life. Resources sermon outline group homework
4	Gideon: the Unlikely Hero	05.30.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The biblical story of Gideon is a profile that helps us understand and apply what God sees as true greatness in leadership. Resources sermon outline group homework
3	Standing Up in a Low-Down Culture	05.16.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Each judge in Israel's history came with a unique set of special gifts and personal weaknesses; but in each case, God used them in a powerful way. Today's examples - Othniel, Ehud, and Shamgar - are prime examples. Resources sermon outline group homework
2	Deborah: Woman of Valor	05.09.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Meet Deborah - a woman so unique and so special that she is the only woman that God ever chose to lead the nation of Israel. Resources sermon outline group homework
1	The Critical Cost of Forgetting God	05.02.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The book of Judges tells of the sinfulness of man, but also of urgent appeals to God in times of crisis, moving the Lord to raise up leaders to defeat oppressors and restore the land to peace. It can give us insight in how to live for God when faced with a conflicting world. Resources sermon outline group homework

: Easter 2010

Easter at Cornerstone was marked on two special days - Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday.

4/2 & 4/4/2010

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: Special Collection 2010

8/8 - "University of Zarephath" - Pastor Aaron Mascaro
7/4 - "Freedom in Christ" - Pastor Terry Miller
6/20 - "Never Give Up!" - Pastor Terry Miller
5/23 - "Born to Serve: The Moment Life Becomes Signficant" - Tim DeTellis, New Missions President
4/25 - "The Power of Prayer to Move a Nation" - Ted Rose, National Day of Prayer CA Chairman
2/28 - "The Cup of Blessing" - Pastor Terry Miller

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1	University of Zarephath	08.08.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	What does it mean to represent God? We learn from Elijah's story, who entered the ministry scene in a dramatic fashion.
2	Freedom in Christ	07.04.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	This 4th of July let us not forget that the power to live in true freedom is found in Jesus Christ. Let us be thankful and celebrate the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives, the One who empowers us to be FREEDOM FIGHTERS for CHRIST. Resources sermon outline
3	Never Give Up!	06.20.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The parable of the persistent widow and the unrighteous judge points to the hope of the glorious return of Jesus Christ. Resources sermon outline
4	Born to Serve: The Moment Life Becomes Significant	05.23.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Tim DeTellis returns to Cornerstone with a progress report on Haiti's recovery from January's devastating earthquake. Communion is also celebrated this day. Resources group homework Links New Missions
5	The Power of Prayer to Move a Nation	04.25.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The California Director of the National Day of Prayer speaks to the church about the critical importance of praying for our country. Resources Group Homework Links National Day of Prayer
6	The Cup of Blessing	02.28.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	According to the Apostle Paul, wanting a little of Jesus and a little of the world is not an option. Jesus knew we could not overcome the world, so He did it in our place. Communion is a celebration of His provision. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework

: Is the Church Ready for Christ's Second Coming?

Beginning with a look at the seven churches of Revelation, a study of the book allows us to look deeper into our own lives and times to answer the question: Are we ready if Jesus should come in our lifetime?

9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15, 11/22, 11/29/09; 1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28, 4/11 and 4/18/10. Includes 4/11 on why Pastor Jerry believes we may be in the end times, and 4/18 Q&A concerning End Times and the book of Revelation.

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25	Q & A with Pastor J	04.18.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Pastor Jerry answers selected questions regarding End Times and the book of the Revelation, submitted by the church family. Resources End Times Q&A - Answers
24	Could We Be Living in the Last Days?	04.11.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Jesus gave His followers the signs that will point to His coming and signal the end of human history. Resources Sermon Outline Links Great Commission 2020 website
23	New Heaven: Into the Holy of Holies	03.28.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Look behond time into eternity...into the very court of heaven. Resources Sermon Outline
22	New Jerusalem: the Holy City	03.21.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	God did not want us to have an inaccurate illusion of our final home, so He provided us with the last two chapters of Revelation. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
21	The Great White Throne Judgment	03.14.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	When we understand God's plan of salvation, we can face the future with confidence instead of condemnation, because Jesus died to pay the full price for our sins. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
20	The Millennial Reign of Christ	03.07.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The Bible describes a time to come when Jesus will rule over the earth and the world will experience 1000 years of God's kingdom on earth. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
19	The Main Event: The Second Coming of Christ	02.21.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Next to the subject of faith, the Second Coming of Christ is the most dominant theme throughout the entire Bible. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
18	The World Ripe for Judgment	02.14.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Armageddon is described in the last book of the Bible as the one final horrendous battle that will precede the greatest and most glorious event - the Second Coming of Christ. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
17	The AntiChrist, His Prophet, and Global Government	02.07.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	According to the Bible, just before Second Coming of Jesus Christ, the world will suffer a sequence of cataclysmic judgments that will set the stage for a global power grab. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
16	Israel in the Bull's Eye	01.31.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Israel's role in biblical prophecy is central to understanding God's plan for the end times. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
15	God's Two Amazing Witnesses	01.24.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The book of Revelation describes the Great Tribulation as a 7-year period of unimaginable chaos, destruction and death in a highly compressed timeframe that causes a worldwide state of panic. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
14	Saints Alive During the Great Tribulation	01.17.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	"Who can stand?" Two groups of people will be saved even in the midst of the judgment and worldwide destruction of the Tribulation. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
13	The Horsemen of the Apocalypse	01.10.10	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Revelation 6 signals the beginning of God's judgment. 7 seals representing specific judgments are revealed, spanning the entire tribulation period, ending with the glorious return of Jesus Christ. Resources Sermon Outline Chart Group Homework
12	Worthy to Open the End Times Scroll	11.29.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The book of Revelation contains God's plans to judge the earth and achieve His eternal purposes. God has given us a look inside the plan because Jesus has opened it and given clearance for us to see and understand it. Resources Sermon Outline
11	The Throne of God in Heaven	11.22.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Revelation 4 takes us to the throne room of God, where we can get a good idea of what's really going on in the world. Resources Sermon Outline
10	Taken Up to Heaven: the Rapture	11.15.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Revelation 5-19 paints a detailed pirture of a time the Bible calls "the Great Tribulation." With such horrendous times coming, will God require the church to go through this terror? Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
9	Laodicea: the Lukewarm Church	11.08.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Jesus has nothing positive or complimentary to this church; its deeds and spiritual condition were lukewarm. What can we learn from the church of Laodicea? Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
8	Philadelphia: The Missional Church	11.01.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Of the seven churches in the Book of Revelation, Philadelphia is the only one that measures up to what the church in America or any country needs to be. DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, the sermon outline and community group homework are not yet available on line. We are working to resolve the problem and anticipate it will be resolved no later than Monday. Hard copies of the homework are available at the Community Groups table in the court. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
7	Sardis: the Dead Church that Thought it was Alive	10.25.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	How do churches become museums? How does spiritual vitality get snuffed out? The fifth letter Jesus addressed to the city of Sardis provides answers. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
6	Thyatira: the Busy but Corrupt Church	10.18.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The warnings Jesus gave this ancient church will help us sort through the dangers and difficulties of living in our challenging times awaiting the coming of Christ. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
5	Pergamum: the Church in Satan's Backyard	10.11.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The church at Pergamum lived in the darkest, most oppressed spiritual neighborhood in Asia. We can can learn much from what they experienced and how Jesus counseled them. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
4	Smyrna: The Suffering Church with a Winning Record	10.04.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The early church was powerful because it was familiar with persecution for the sake of the gospel. The letter to the church at Smyrna is a powerful statement from Jesus to a church that was in the grinder of persecution. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
3	Ephesus: the Church that Left its First Love	09.27.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	As 21st century believers, we can learn valuable lessons from John's words to the seven churches in the book of Revelation. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
2	Jesus Takes Center Stage	09.20.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Jesus is revealed as the preeminent One, the King of kings and Lord of lords. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
1	Introduction to the Glorified Christ	09.13.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The Bible defines the future as belonging to one main and imposing figure...the glorified Christ. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework

: The Road to Bethlehem

Is Christmas just another economic boom, generating chaotic buying even in these trying times? From the Bible we discover that Christmas is no afterthought or last minute panic decision. In the heart of God, Christmas was in the planning stages from eternity past to the glorious fulfillment of Jesus' humble birth in Bethlehem.

12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/09

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4	Jesus: Eden's Secret, Abraham's Offspring, & David's Royal Son	12.27.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Three ribbons of truth found on the road to Bethlehem are golden strands of God's promises tied together at the birth of Jesus.
3	A Royal Christmas...Promised to King David	12.20.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Christmas began in the heart of God. This is where the road starts. Resources Sermon Outline
2	A Family Christmas...Promised to Abraham	12.13.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	On the road to Bethlehem, God focused His plan on a specific man, Abram, and his wife Sarai, who would provide the family through which the Savior would come. Resources Sermon Outline
1	A Happy Christmas...Promised in the Beginning	09.01.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	12/6/09 Sermon: Christmas was first known to mankind at Eden, but there was an important stop on the road to Bethlehem before then...it actually began in the heart of God before time. Resources Sermon Outline

: Winners & Losers

Where do temptations come from? How are we so quickly deceived? This series is designed to unveil the mystery of iniquity that is at work in the world today, and give you the tools to understand and overcome temptation so that you can live a life of victory.

8/16, 8/23, 8/30, 9/6/09

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4	Strategies for Winning over the Three Sources of Temptation	09.06.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The spiritual war of temptation is like fighting a war where the attacks come from different angles using different weapons. Where do the attacks come from, what are the strategies of the enemy, how do we win? Resources Sermon Outline
3	The Three Battle Fronts in the War of Temptation	08.30.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Learn how to identify the three battle fronts and what tactics each uses to defeat us in the war of temptation. Resources Sermon Outline
2	How Temptation Works within You	08.23.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Life is as dangerous as walking a tightrope over Grand Canyon. Learn the secret to staying on the rope and making it safely to the other side. Resources Sermon Outline
1	The Ultimate Face-Off: Satan Tempts Jesus	08.16.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The temptation of Jesus was the second event of His public ministry, following quickly on the heels of His baptism. From this passage we will glean valuable lessons on how to have victory over the temptations that face us every day. Resources Sermon Outline

: On Your Worst Day

David's story found in 1 Samuel reveals his thought process, decisions and actions on what could be considered his worst day: he and his men lost everything at the hands of their enemies including their wives and children.

7/19, 7/26 & 8/2/09

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3	On Your Worst Day, part 3	08.02.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	David shows us that even on our worst days, God is committed to our recovery and restoration, just as He has been committed to the recovery and restoration of all the ugliness of evil through the beauty of His plan of salvation in His Son, Jesus Christ. Resources Sermon Outline
2	On Your Worst Day, part 2	07.26.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	A message in the pages of 1 Samuel is that hope and insight for recovery are available when God meets us, even on our worst days. Resources Sermon Outline
1	On Your Worst Day, part 1	07.19.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	David stood in the place of disbelief, fear, anger and discouragement that could have destroyed him as he contemplated the reality of what his enemies had taken from him. His response shows us that even on our worst days we should never abandon hope. Resources Sermon Outline

: A Handle on Hope in a Hopeless World

In a world where disheartened people grasp for hope on the slippery handles around them, there is one grip that will not fail. 1 Thessalonians defines and describes a unique strain of hope that is resistant to the infectious diseases of despair and desperation.

3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21,6/28, 7/5 & 7/12/09

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15	Powerful Postcripts of Hope	07.12.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	What does God expect of us who are anticipating the Rapture? How do we prepare our Christian walk for Christ's return? Jesus is coming - are you ready? Resources Sermon Outline
14	Hope-Filled Advice For Believers	07.05.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	When someone important arrives unexpectantly what do you do? One day Jesus will come again and believers will be "caught in the act" of being whoever they are and doing whatever they do. How can we prepare for the day? Resources Sermon Outline
13	Stay Alert & Hopeful Until Christ Returns	06.28.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	What will be the problems politicians, scientists and futurists believe will confront our world in the next 50 years? While many issues loom large, one day they will seem minor compared to what the Bible says is yet to come. Resources Sermon Outline
12	Blessed Hope to Hope Lost: The Rapture and the Day of the Lord	06.21.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Is talk of the Second Coming during our time like another "Chicken Little" tale that the sky is falling? Or do we have reason to believe that Jesus could come at any moment? Resources Sermon Outline
11	The Coming Blessed Hope, part 2	06.14.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Are there reasons to believe that we are living in the period of history just prior to Christ's glorious return? What is revealed about the coming of Jesus in the Scriptures? Resources Sermon Outline
10	The Coming Blessed Hope, part 1	06.07.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The Bible predicts a glorious day when Christ will return for His followers. The rapid-fire transformations that will accompany that day are a huge handle on hope in an otherwise hopeless world. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
9	The Quiet Side of Hope	05.31.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	God calls us to a life of excellence and meaning that will resonate in eternity. What does it mean to live a life of ultimate significance? Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
8	Living to Please God	05.10.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Powerful words of wisdom from Pastor Jerry on how to make it through life. Links to Kathleen Eaton, Birth Choice president, and to "The Miracle of Life" video. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework Links The Miracle of Life video Birth Choice Health Clinics
7	Filling Life's Little Cracks with Hope	05.03.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Eight hope-building truths that strengthen us when we face times of suffering Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
6	The Hope of Jesus That Overcomes Affliction	04.26.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	An interview with Pastor James Okalo of Uganda, Country Coordinator for Children of the Nations, and Pastor of Truth Evangelistic Fountain Church Links Children of the Nations
5	The Guts and Glory of Hope	04.19.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	How do you know when you have received the authentic Word of God and not a false hope? What criteria can be used to distinguish genuine hope that comes from God from false hope that is the product of false teachers and false teachings? Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
4	Communicators & Miscommunicators of Hope (part 2)	04.05.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	If we know the marks of a true minister of God's hope, we will be equipped to spot a phony and avoid being taken in. Resources Sermon Outline
3	Communicators & Miscommunicators of Hope (part 1)	03.29.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Spiritual identity theft exhanges genuine eternal hope found only in Christ for a false hope. How can we tell who is the real communicator of truth and who is a false teacher? Includes interview with Yvette Schneider, Women's Ministry Director of Exodus International. Resources Sermon Outline Links Exodus International
2	The Road to Hope	03.22.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The book of 1 Thessalonians is a map to get you on the road to hope and keep you on it. We live with confidence because God has forgiven our past, mapped out our present lives, and guaranteed our eternal future. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework Links The Road to Hope Summary
1	Hungry for Hope	03.15.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Do you ever get hungry for hope? Do you ever wish for a ray of light in the blackness of human mistery and suffering? 1 Thessalonians defines and describes a unique strain of hope that is resistant to the infections diseases of despair and desperation. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework

: CSI: Christ Scene Investigation

As an eyewitness, the apostle John recorded seven miraculous events that verify Jesus’ claim to be the Lord. What we believe or disbelieve about Jesus is a life-and-death matter. Everyone must investigate the truth for themselves by becoming a biblical C.S.I. investigator.

1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22 & 3/8/09

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7	The Raising of Lazarus: Jesus is Master over Death	03.08.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The sermon series closes with John's account of the raising of Lazarus from the dead - the final climactic sighn that gives us a positive ID of Jesus. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
6	Healing of the Man Born Blind: Jesus is Master over Human Suffering	02.22.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	When Jesus healed the blind man, He opened his physical eyes to see the world around him. His spiritual eyes were also opened to see Jesus as the "Light of the World." Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
5	Walking on the Water: Jesus is Master over Nature	02.15.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	A life-threatening storm opened the disciples' eyes to understand and believe Jesus to be the Son of God. A blessing blew in for them with the storm of adversity. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
4	Feeding of the 5000: Jesus is Master over Quantity	02.08.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	A boy with a small lunch becomes the foundation for one of Jesus' greatest miracles. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
3	Healing of the Disabled Man: Jesus is Master over Time	02.01.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	When Jesus met the disabled man at the pool of Bethesda, the man was instantly healed; and Jesus revealed His true identity. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
2	Healing of the Nobleman's Son: Jesus is Master over Distance	01.25.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Jesus' "long-distance" healing of the nobleman's son is another verification of the true identity of Jesus. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
1	Changing Water into Wine: Jesus is Master over Quality	01.18.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Jesus demonstrated His miraculous power when He was on earth by changing water into wine at a wedding feast. He has the power to perform miraculous transformations in the lives of believers today. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework

: Special Collection 2009

2009

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: Special Collection 2008

A collection of special messages not associated with any specific series. 10/26/08 - The Pearl of Leadership: Tim DeTellis, New Missions; 12/07/08 - Communion Table Talk: The Bread of Life; 01/04/09 - Communion Table Talk; 01/11/09 - A King and a Kingdom: Dave Stewart, Pioneers Missionary; 03/01/09 - Communion Table Talk: The Cross in 3-D; 04/12/09 - Easter: No Fear; 05/17/09 - Communion Table Talk: Matt Wilcoxen, Youth Pastor; 05/24/09 - Nomadic Lessons: Dave Stewart, Pioneers Missionary; 08/09/09 - Communion Table Talk: The Guts and Glory of Grace; 1/3/10 - Communion Table Talk: Behold, I Make All Things New: Terry Miller, Assistant Pastor

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9	Communion Table Talk: The Guts and Glory of Grace	08.09.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	When you are feeling emotionally vulnerable or spiritually weak, guilt camps on your doorstep and will not leave the front door of your conscious memory. Has God really forgiven you? Can He stomach another failure, even a slight one?
8	Nomadic Lessons	05.24.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The Bible tells us that we are aliens and strangers in this world, nomads living our lives here temporarily. What lessons can we can learn from the nomads who have gone before us? Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework Links Pioneers
7	Communion Table Talk	05.17.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Youth Pastor Matt Wilcoxen asks: What does it mean to take Communion? Who is "worthy"? What is required? Resources Group Homework
6	No Fear - Easter 2009	04.12.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Your view of the resurrection makes all the difference in how you will live, how you will die, and where you will spend eternity.
5	Communion Table Talk: The Cross in 3-D	03.01.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	What did Jesus have to give up so that we could be saved? The three dimensions of the cross are given in Philippians 2:6-8. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
4	A King and a Kingdom	01.11.09	Listen Now	Get MP3
	What does it mean that Jesus is Lord & King? Dave Stewart, Cornerstone-supported missionary serving God through the Pioneers mission organization, powerfully addresses the question. Click to view the "That's My King" video. Resources Daily Warfare Prayer Links Pioneers
2	Communion Table Talk: The Bread of Life	12.07.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Pastor Rueb gives a Communion "table talk"
1	The Pearl of Leadership	10.26.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Tim DeTellis is the president of New Missions, which ministers to the poor of Haiti. It is a missionary organization that receives support from the Cornerstone Church family and Outreach ministry. Resources Group Homework Links New Missions

: Strong Convictions in a Moral Fog

Today's Christians live under constant pressure from the world to buckle under and give in on basic biblical truths. This series identifies current pressure points and gives strong reasons to anchor our convictions in the unchanging Word of God. Includes a guest sermon by Kenneth Richard Samples from Reasons to Believe

10/12, 10/19, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/14, 12/21, 12/28/08

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10	I Believe that Evil is Real: Is it a relative term determined by circumstance?	12.28.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	What is the foundation of morality? How does one determine what is right and what is wrong? Is there an absolute unchageable moral standard for everyone, or are we left to our own personal choices?
9	I Believe Jesus is Coming Again: Is There Evidence He is Coming Soon?	12.21.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	As awesome as the first advent of Christ was, the Second Coming promises to be a vastly more imposing and striking event - one that will bring down the curtain on human history as we know it. Resources Sermon Outline
8	I Believe JESUS is the Only Way: Don't All Roads Lead to the Same God?	12.14.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	One of the most contentious issues facing Christians today is the teaching that Jesus is the only way to Heaven. How can we make the claim that Jesus is the only way to God? Resources Sermon Outline
7	I Believe the Bible is God's Word: Can I Trust It?	11.30.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Many misconceptions claim to descredit the Bible. Five Bible facts about its claims prove it to be God's Word for those who investigate with an open mind. (No outline provided this week.)
6	I Believe God is Sovereign: Is the World Out of Control?	11.23.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	How do you interpret things when the world seems confusing and out of control? What part does God play; what part is ours? This message tackles the mystery of how God's sovereignty and our freedom to choose interact in an imperfect world. Resources Sermon outline
5	I Believe God is the Creator: Are We the Product of Chance or Design?	11.16.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The mission of Reasons To Believe is to show that science and faith are allies, not enemies. Dr. Kenneth Samples uses his knowledge of Creation to address the question of the origins of human life. Resources Group Homework Slide Deck (4.5 MB) Links Reasons to Believe
4	I Believe God Allows Suffering: Is Life Supposed to be Fair?	11.09.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	When something bad happens, the real core of who you are comes out. What does the Bible teach us about facing the reality of suffering? Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework Links Persecution in Vietnam Video
3	I Believe in Helping the Poor: Are the Poor the Burden of the State?	11.02.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	American believers are faced with rising poverty rates in the world around us. What does the Bible teach about the poor? What should our response be? Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
2	I Believe in Protecting Life	10.19.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Living as a Christian today we face powerful forces that are bulldozing public opinion over the cliff. What is the greatest moral issue facing us and what should we do about it? Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
1	I Believe in God's Plan for Marriage	10.12.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	How to identify current pressure point believers face and give strong biblical reasons to anchor our convictions in the Word of God. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework

: Body Works

The Bible tells us that all believers make up one body - the body of Christ here on earth. Every body part has an essential function; if one doesn't work, the body suffers.

9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, & 10/5/2008

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5	Interconnected in Community or Disconnected in Isolation	10.05.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Christianity is a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that results in the forgiveness of sins, the gift of everlasting life, and...a dramatic change in our relationships with one another. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
4	The "Weakness" of the Almighty	09.28.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	God redefined weakness and foolishness when Jesus died on the cross. Looking at the cross also redefines how we see God, ourselves and how we view others. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
3	The Priority of Honoring Weakness	09.21.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	How the church, the body of Christ, cares for itself and ministers healing to others Resources Sermon Outline
2	The Power of Being One, Yet Very Different	09.14.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Like the human body which is one unified whole with many diverse parts, so is the church, the Body of Christ. Resources Sermon Outline
1	The Second Greatest Commandment	09.07.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	In answer to a lawyer's question about the greatest commandment in the Law, Jesus replied with an answer that summarizes our two highest priorities. Resources Sermon Outline

: Spiritual Growth for Dummies

What do you want to be when you grow up?
Pastor Terry on Spiritual Growth

8/17 & 8/24/2008

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: A Man After God's Heart

Current series: No character resonates from one end of the Bible to the other like King David. Includes the special "Ask Anything" sermon.

7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3, 8/10, 8/31/2008

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6	God's Eternal Covenant with David	08.31.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	God promised David the coming of one King and one kingdom that will never end. Resources Sermon outline
5	Ask Anything	08.10.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	(2008) Pastor Jerry answers Bible questions submitted by church family and friends. Click the "Full Text of Q & A" link to review the entire set of submitted questions and Pastor Jerry's answers. Links Full Text of Q & A
4	Giant Troubles at Home	08.03.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The family of David, the man after God's heart, became chaotic, divided, acrimonious, bitter and dowright nasty. His story helps us as we wrestle to avoid major pitfalls and build a godly family. Resources Sermon outline
3	David's Giant Failure	07.27.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Although David's successes as recorded in Scripture are many, the incident with Bathsheba is one of the darkest moments in David's life and a stark warning to us. Resources Sermon Outline
2	David: The Giant Killer	07.20.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The story of David and Goliath stands out among favorite Bible stories because it is highly dramatic, filled with danger and has a surprise ending. Resources Sermon outline
1	David: A Giant Heart for God	07.13.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Why would God want us to focus on the life of this most extraordinary man? 1 Samuel 16:7 tells us, "The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart." Resources Sermon Outline

: Happy Ever After

What the Bible has to say about eternity, and how that affects us in this life. Also includes sermons on the mission of Cornerstone Church, the Fathers' Day 2008 sermon, and the "Communion Table Talk."

4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6/2008

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13	The First Promise of a Savior	07.06.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	In one of the first pages of the Bible, the promise of the coming of Jesus our Savior is found in one of the most unexpected places - after the fall of man when God curses Satan. Resources Sermon Outline
12	What Are We Waiting For?	06.29.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Pastor Jerry wraps up the "Happy Ever After" series with an exposition of the two main questions answered on the last page of our Bible: Jesus is coming - How should we prepare?; Jesus is calling - How should we respond? Resources Sermon Outline
11	Glimpses of Glory from the Shadow of Death	06.22.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The dramatic story of the homegoing of Dr. Richard Rueb, Pastor Jerry Rueb's brother who was taken to heaven at the age of 41. In the hours before his death, he shared glimpses of what he was seeing that awaited him. (No homework or outline is provided this week.)
10	Manhood by the Book	06.15.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	American men are struggling to understand what it means to be a man. Today's message uncovers the basic biblical framework of a man's identity from God's point of view. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
9	What Will Heaven Look Like?	06.08.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	In today's message we look at the last glimpse of heaven given in the Bible. We will attempt to decode the vision of heaven given to the apostle John. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
8	What's New in Heaven?	06.01.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Today's message is designed to help you think more deeply about the destiny of every believer. If history is any indication, searching out truth on the subject of heaven will make you a better person today. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
7	What Will the Worship of God Be Like in Heaven?	05.25.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Everyone is curious about the afterlife. What do people do in Heaven? How is it different from life on earth? A myriad of questions loom over the prospect of where we will go one day. Revelation 19 records some pictures for our vision. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
6	Isn't Everyone Going to Heaven?	05.18.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Don't all roads lead to heaven? Jesus divided all of humanity as traveling either the road to destruction or the road leading to life. What does the Bible teach about the final destination of every person? Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
5	On What Basis Will God Reward You in Heaven?	05.11.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	At death, everyone will stand before God's judgment seat. What will that be like? Who will be there? How will God judge? What will be the verdict of our lives? Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
4	Cornerstone's Mission: L.E.A.D.	05.04.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	An overview of the Mission of Cornerstone Church as summarized by the acronym LEAD Resources No Sermon Outline Group Homework
3	What Happens When I Die?	04.27.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	It is surprising how many believers are uninformed about the details of what lies beyond this life. This message provides a glimpse into the glorious future prepared for every Christian. Resources Sermon Outline Group Home
2	What is Jesus Doing Right Now in Heaven for You?	04.20.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Many Christians have a foggy notion of what Jesus is doing right now in heaven for them. The Bible clears away the mist of misunderstanding to give us a clearer picture of Jesus and His present ministry for us. Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework
1	What Does the Ascension of Christ Mean?	04.13.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	The ascension of Jesus was a turning of the page in God’s playbook for mankind. How does the ascension connect with us today? (Note: The audio for this program is weak due to a recording glitch.) Resources Sermon Outline Group Homework

: Easter 2008

Good Friday & Easter services - plus guest sermons by Larry Acosta & Terry Miller

3/21, 3/23, 3/30, 4/6/2008

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: The Beatitudes

Pastor Jerry walks us through the Sermon on the Mount

1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16/2008

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8	Persecuted Yet Rewarded	03.16.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven
7	Peacemaking or Piece-making	03.09.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God
6	The Payoff of Purity	03.02.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
5	The Amazing Might of Mercy	02.24.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy
4	Thirsty for Righteousness in the Desert	02.17.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled
3	The Gentle Giant of Meekness	02.10.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth
2	The Sorrow that Brings You Joy	02.03.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
1	The Poverty that Makes You Rich	01.27.08	Listen Now	Get MP3
	Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

: Christmas 2007

Christmas Eve Service - plus the "Arriving at Bethlehem" sermons from the last service at Hill Classical MS and the first service at 1000 Studebaker!

12/16, 12/23, 12/24/2007

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: The Psalms

God's Greatest Hits - The Psalms

10/21, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/30/2007 & 1/6, 1/13, 1/20/2008

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: The Giving Series

The Christian and the Spirit of Giving

9/9, 9/16 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14/2007

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: 2007 Sermon Archives

Historical library of other sermons given during 2007, with timeless truths still applicable today.

From 1/14/2007 through 9/2/2007

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“Faith comes from hearing the message.” Romans 10:17 NIV

How a Blessed Nation is Torn Apart

Easter 2010

Special Collection 2010

Is the Church Ready for Christ's Second Coming?

The Road to Bethlehem

Winners & Losers

On Your Worst Day

A Handle on Hope in a Hopeless World

CSI: Christ Scene Investigation

Special Collection 2009

Special Collection 2008

Strong Convictions in a Moral Fog

Body Works

Spiritual Growth for Dummies

A Man After God's Heart

Happy Ever After

Easter 2008

The Beatitudes

Christmas 2007

The Psalms

The Giving Series

2007 Sermon Archives