Cornerstone Church Kingston

As we continue in our series in Matthew’s gospel, Pete preaches from Matthew 13:53-14:13. In this passage we see Jesus teaching in his hometown, the townspeople’s response and King Herod’s reaction to hearing this. The very words of the loving God of the Bible are powerful to create, to destroy, to give life and to take it - so we ought to listen! But the reaction of the townspeople and King Herod...

This week, Tom examines Jerusalem's post-mortem in Ezekiel 34: 1-24. The cause of death: negligence and self-interest on the part of their leaders. In the face of this total leadership breakdown, when apathetic shepherds rule unjustly, we need a Good Shepherd who will never, ever let us down.

Chris continues our series in Matthew’s gospel, preaching from Matthew 12:46-50. In this passage we see Jesus’ family come to speak to him when he’s surrounded by a crowd. We see Jesus’ (re)definition of ‘family’, the amazing contract between an earthly family and God’s family, and what it means for us today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrm_0HQhWkY

Tyre: a beautiful, powerful, influential city-state whose wares could be found on every shore. They were unstoppable - or so they thought. This week, Pete shows us how Ezekiel 28 turns away from bleeding Jerusalem and addresses its scoffing neighbours, beginning with wealthy Tyre. How the mighty shall fall.

As we continue our series in Matthew’s gospel, Rory preaches from Matthew 12:38-45. In this passage we see the Pharisees asking Jesus for a sign, but Jesus replies that only one sign will be given to them: the sign of Jonah. As Rory unpacks this passage, we see what Jesus means by the sign of Jonah, what it means for the generation he was in at the time, and what it means for us today. https://www...

The Christian life is full of ups and downs - rarely in that order. Pete explains in Ezekiel 24 how the prophet became a symbol to the people: a living embodiment of their depravity, deprivation and duplicity. As their hope boils dry, and as despair sets in, the exiles receive a word that changes everything: "until".

As we continue in our series in Matthew’s gospel, Pete preaches from Matthew 12:22-37. In this passage we see Jesus healing a demon-possessed man, the Pharisees’ claim that he uses Satan’s power to drive out demons, and we see Jesus’ response. What is the ‘unforgivable sin’? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZNFvQFQaN0

"The parents eat sour grapes, and the children's teeth are set on edge." What did the exiles in Babylon mean by this proverb? Through Ezekiel 18, Tom unpacks the terrible error the exiles had made and the corrective response God provided. The sins of the father need not be the sins of the son, so turn and live!

Tom continues our series in Matthew’s Gospel, preaching from Matthew 12:14-21. In this passage we see Jesus’ response to the Pharisee’s plot to kill him - and in doing so, his fulfilling the prophecy spoken through Isaiah. We see his character as God’s chosen servant, his love for the lost and broken, and what it all means for us today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_NEdKPdtEg

Today, Tom guides us through the compelling imagery at the heart of Ezekiel 17. What could have possessed the people of Israel to turn their backs on the God who nurtured them? What was the vision behind that decision? And yet - don't we make the same mistake ourselves?

As we continue our series in Matthew’s gospel, John preaches from Matthew 12:1-14. In this passage, we see Jesus’ encounters with the Pharisees on the Sabbath day - first in a corn field pick corn to eat, and then at the synagogue where Jesus heals a man’s shrivelled hand. We see the Pharisee’s challenge Jesus and his disciples’ rule-keeping of the Sabbath, Jesus’ amazing replies to expose their s...

In the dark yet profound imagery of Ezekiel 16, God's people are portrayed as an adulterous wife, always running after the lusts of her heart. Pete takes us through every terrible aspect of this graphic image, where we see not only the depth of Man's betrayal, but also the depth of God's love that rises to meet it.

Tom continues our series in Matthew’s gospel, preaching from Matthew 11:20-30. In this passage we wee Jesus’ amazing command to the burdened and weary to come to him for rest - and his incredible promise to those who do. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_5jdd5qdl4

The traitors are here among the faithful! But who are they? Through Ezekiel 13, Pete examines the importance of truth, the terrible reality of false prophets, and the beauty of our faithful saviour. Find out today how to sift the comforting lies from the life-giving truth.

As we continue in our series in Matthew’s gospel, Pete preaches from Matthew 11:1-19. In this passage we see John (who is in prison) sending his disciples to Jesus to ask him if he really is the Messiah they were waiting for. Jesus replies to John, and goes on to talk about who the greatest human is. The answer will surprise you! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZyNkGGgnv4

Have you seen this, son of man? This week, Tom takes us on a tour of the House of God as seen in the vision of Ezekiel 8-9. See the beautiful temple cannibalised into a den of idolatry, watch the priests as they worship defiling things, and listen to the women weep for a false god of pride. How will the God of love respond to all this?

Rory continues our series in Matthew’s gospel, preaching from Matthew 10:16-42. In this passage we see Jesus teaching his disciples before they are sent out to proclaim the good news - we see the costs of discipleship, the rewards of following him, and the choice that faces us all today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCYerA4IJoI

Through Ezekiel 4 - 5:17, Tom shows us the sobering messages God gave to his servant. These signs and symbols are meant to shock us, grieve us, and present us with a simulation of the reality and consequences of our sin. And yet, we have a sure hope in Jesus: a hope that no famine, sword or exile could ever destroy.


As we continue our series in Matthew’s gospel, Tom preaches from Matthew 10:1-20. In this passage we look closer at Jesus’s commands to his disciples as he sends them out into the world. We see how they are to go out into the world, who they are to trust in the world, and what it means for Jesus’ followers today.

The recently appointed prophet Ezekiel had a daunting, often harrowing responsibility. Through Ezekiel 2-3, Pete explores the crucial mission given to God's chosen speaker of the era: to be a watchman, a messenger, and a parabolic warning. God's wrath approaches, but so does his saving grace. Are you ready to receive it?

Continuing our series in Matthew’s gospel, Phil preaches to us from Matthew 10:1-15. In this passage we see Jesus choosing his Apostles to go out and spread the good news - we see his specific instructions to them, the consequences for those who either accept or reject the Apostles and their message, and how this all applies to us today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80yeut0Gl-A

In this new series, Pete invites us to engage with the apocalyptic imagery of Ezekiel 1-2:9. By the rivers of Babylon, a young priest with no prospects receives a glorious vision: one of immense awe, hope, and comfort in times of trouble. Learn today what Ezekiel learned: God is far greater and more wonderful than you think.

Through Matthew 28: 18-20, guest speaker Barry Schutter addresses the grand mission Jesus has given to the churches. Spreading the good news among the nations is so often difficult, but we can be encouraged go out into the world and speak boldly, knowing the assurance of our saviour: "Surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."

As we continue our series in Matthew’s gospel, Pete preaches from Matthew 9:35-38. In this passage we see Jesus’ moving reaction to the crowds of people needing help - we see his compassion for the sick and needy, his heart for those who are lost, and what it means for us today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Sjd_OyNnhg&t=403s

In our last service of the year, Dean takes us through a brief overview of the start of the four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John), starting with John 1:1-14, to show us what they all say about Jesus as they begin their accounts of the Good News. We see how John emphasises that Jesus is the author and sustainer of all life, how Matthew shows that Jesus is the Messiah to be worshipped, Luke pr...