Cornerstone Community Bible Church

True love for God requires complete commitment, not partial dedication. The Shema in Deuteronomy 6:4-5 calls us to love the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, and might. This isn't about admiring God from a distance, but entering into genuine relationship with Him as your personal God. Just as athletes give everything to their sport, we're called to hold nothing back in our relationshi...

Starting each day with the right foundation matters more than New Year's resolutions. The ancient Jewish practice of reciting the Shema - declaring that the Lord our God is one - provides a powerful daily rhythm for believers. This declaration from Deuteronomy 6:4 reminds us that God is uniquely different from all other gods because He speaks directly to His people, rescues through mighty acts...

All religions fall into two categories: self-righteousness and God's righteousness. Most religions require human effort to earn divine favor, while Christianity operates on God removing our sin so His goodness can remain in us. This distinction appears in Genesis with Cain and Abel's offerings. Cain brought produce from his garden representing human effort, while Abel brought sacrifice rep...

Christmas lights remind us of the true Light of the World who came to earth over 2,000 years ago. Just as God spoke light into existence at creation, He stepped into our world as Jesus Christ to pierce through spiritual darkness. The prophet Isaiah foretold that people walking in darkness would see a great light, fulfilled when Jesus declared Himself the light of the world. Unlike physical darknes...

The Christmas story in Luke 2:8-20 reveals the fulfillment of God's first promise made in Genesis 3:15 - that He would send a Savior through the seed of a woman. When Jesus was born, God chose to announce this world-changing event to shepherds, society's outcasts who were essential yet despised. An angel appeared to them with incredible news: a Savior, Christ the Lord, had been born in Bet...

The Christmas story isn't what you think! Jesus wasn't born in isolation - God orchestrated a Roman census to get Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, where Jesus was born surrounded by family in a crowded home. Sometimes God's greatest works happen through life's most unexpected moments. What unexpected circumstances might God be using in YOUR story this Christmas?

Scott Krippayne Christmas Concert - December 7 2025

The first Christmas was anything but expected, yet it fulfilled centuries-old promises. When the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary with unexpected news, her response differed dramatically from Zechariah's doubt. Mary's faith was rooted in knowing God's Word, understanding His character, and choosing surrender over self-protection. Her example teaches us that when unexpected circumstances...

Paul's letter to the Colossians reveals that ministry is a team effort, not a solo endeavor. He introduces ten diverse ministry partners, each bringing unique gifts to advance the Gospel. From Tychicus the faithful messenger to Luke the skilled physician, these individuals demonstrate that everyone has something valuable to contribute to God's Kingdom work. Their stories show us the power...

Paul's final teaching in Colossians calls believers to live with spiritual alertness and intentionality through steadfast prayer and gospel sharing. Continuing steadfastly in prayer means persisting with unwavering dedication, staying watchful for God's answers and opportunities while maintaining a heart of thanksgiving. Christianity is designed as a team sport, not a solo endeavor, requiring beli...

God calls His people to stand in the gap for the vulnerable, reflecting His heart for those who feel forgotten. Understanding our identity as chosen, holy, and dearly loved transforms how we live in our families and care for others. Paul's instructions to families in Colossians 3 reveal God's design for mutual love, respect, and service. When parents lead with love rather than harshness, a...

Christians must actively put on Christlike character qualities because their identity in Christ demands it. Paul commands believers to cultivate compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, patience, and love—not to earn God's favor, but because they are already chosen, holy, and beloved. These qualities develop through community interaction, letting God's Word dwell richly within us, and mai...

Many Christians live like caterpillars when God has transformed them into butterflies. Paul commands believers to put to death earthly desires like sexual immorality, anger, and covetousness because these behaviors contradict our new identity in Christ. When we claim to follow Jesus but live according to old patterns, we're essentially lying about who we are. The solution isn't just willpower but...

In a world divided by politics, culture, and ideology, Christ offers true unity through His grace. Before Christ, we lived in complete spiritual separation - without a mediator, excluded from God's covenant, and alienated from His people. But through the cross, Christ broke down every barrier that separated us from God and each other. He made Jews and Gentiles into one new people, reconciling...

In our distraction-filled world, believers must remember their true identity in Christ. When we place faith in Jesus, we experience spiritual resurrection and receive new life. Our old record of sins is canceled, and we become holy children of God with an eternal inheritance. Paul commands us to seek things above and set our minds on Christ, not earthly distractions. Our old life is dead, and our...

Colossians | Why Jesus is Enough | Looking for More - Col. 2.16-23

In Colossians 2:8-15, Paul warns believers against being taken captive by worldly philosophies, empty promises, human traditions, and elemental spirits that lead us away from Christ. He reminds us that in Christ dwells the fullness of God, and believers are made complete in Him. Through Christ, we have already received spiritual circumcision, been brought from death to life, received complete forg...

In a world full of distractions, Paul's letter to the Colossians reminds us to keep Christ at the center of our faith. While curiosity is a gift from God, it can become dangerous when disconnected from truth, leading us to spiritual drift. Paul urges believers to understand the riches we have in Christ, where all treasures of wisdom and knowledge are found. We must beware of 'special knowl...

In a world filled with darkness and tragedy, Christians are called to shine the light of Christ. Colossians 1:24-29 reveals that our mission involves rejoicing even in suffering, as our steadfastness encourages others in faith. We are stewards of a powerful message - that God came close in Jesus Christ to reconcile humanity to Himself. This good news is for everyone, regardless of background or pa...

Colossians 1:15-23 reveals the magnificent truth about Jesus' supremacy and sufficiency for our salvation. Paul establishes three perspectives on Christ: as Creator of all things, as Head of the Church, and as our personal Reconciler. Jesus is both fully God and fully man, containing the complete essence of God while being able to die in our place. Through His sacrifice, believers are transfor...

God's will for our lives isn't meant to be a mystery but is revealed through Scripture in both general ways (applicable to all believers) and specific ways (unique to individuals). Walking worthy of God's call means living according to His expectations, pleasing Him fully, bearing fruit, and growing in our knowledge of Him. This journey requires God's strength, not our own, especia...

What's your spiritual reputation? The Colossians were known for their faith in Christ, love for others, and heavenly hope—even to people who'd never met them! Imagine if your faith was so authentic it preceded you wherever you went. What would people say about your relationship with God if you weren't in the room? #FaithThatSpeaks #ColossiansFaith

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