Declare Church Podcast

In this episode of the Bonuscast Pastors Phil and Meredith continue the conversation out of our current series Pity the Fool and dive into all things wisdom, why should you want it and more importantly how do you gain it.

If it didn't cost you, is it really worth anything? Sometimes we like to cut corners to have what we want without paying the price for it. But doing the bare minimum won't get you the reward. You have to make a sacrifice if you want the real thing, not a counterfeit.

In this second week of the series "Pity The Fool" Pastor Meredith talks about the fear of the Lord. There are many things that want to demand our attention: fear of failure, fear of the future, and fear of people. But none of these lead to wisdom. If you want to get on the path of wisdom, fear the Lord.

Pastor Meredith Kicks off a brand new series on the book of Proverbs titled "Pity the Fool" where she talks about how wisdom is less about what you know and more about what you do. Wisdom is not something that equates to information you possess or number of years you've lived. It's something God gives us so that we can walk in His ways.

Special Guest Pastor Chris Durso talks about integrity and the importance of making sure our "yes" means yes and our "no" means no. There is blessing that comes when we live our lives with intentionality and attention.

In this Father's Day message, Pastor Phil talks about fatherhood from the perspective of God being our father. The enemy wants you to believe that you are good for nothing, have nothing to offer, and are dry like an empty glass. But even if your earthly father didn't pour into you, God our heavenly Father is ready and able to fill you up.

Pastor Meredith breaks down the 10 Commandments. Some commandments tell us how we are meant to treat God. Other commandments tell us how we are meant to treat others. God has put His name upon us and it's important to carry ourselves in a way that is worthy of His holiness.

Pastor Meredith talks about the negative feeling of being boxed in and how restrictions are not appealing to us. But there is also benefits of the box. She talks about the way God used the Ark of the Covenant. We are drawn to the visible, tangible things and though God is invisible and cannot be confined to a box, He uses physical things and places to help us connect to His presence.

In this Pentecost Sunday service, Founding Pastors Bishop Pitts and Pastor Kathi talk about the history of Pentecost. In their conversation, they highlight verses throughout the book of Acts and discuss the significance of the Holy Spirit not just at the altar, but within daily life.

In this Mother’s Day message, pastor Meredith tells 2 stories in scripture. In Exodus 2 she highlights the women involved in a rescue mission, working together to rescue baby Moses from certain death. In John 4 she tells the story of the woman at the well who was isolated, rejected and heartbroken but meets Jesus in her brokenness. These 2 stories illustrate that as women stand in the gap, nourish...

Motherhood is a beautiful thing but can also be challenging and unique for each woman. In this conversation, pastors Phil and Meredith talk about what it means to be a mom, the good things, the difficult things, and motherhood in today's world.

Nobody wakes up and decides to be knee deep in bondage. In this message based out of Romans 6, Pastor Meredith details how each small step and decision can gradually lead you into captivity. However, through baptism, we are able to cross that line, leave the old behind, and be made new in Jesus.

Pastor Meredith begins this Sunday in Acts chapter 3, with the lame beggar outside the gate called Beautiful. There is a faith that goes beyond the basics. Will you move forward into it?

In this sermon from Luke 24, Pastor Meredith walks with the disciples as they process on the road to Emmaus. Though hope has been lost, Jesus is the restoration. Just keep walking.

On this episode of the Bonuscast, pastor Phil Ryburn is joined by Vincent DiCaro, COO of Care Net, to talk about parenting and the key elements to being an effective, successful active, and engaged parent. Let us know what you want to hear about next! Email us at hello@cornerstone.church

Sometimes our memories can get a bit muddled with all of the good and bad experiences we have. Jesus’ triumphal entry comes only a week before he is crucified, but the victory of this moment is not lost. Even when you’re in a struggle… can you hear the victory?

In this new part of our series "For The One," Pastor Phil dives into the story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19, where we see the goodness of God and his mercy to ALL people.

Pastor Meredith cautions us to be careful with our assumptions because the one you have assumed shouldn't be at the table is the one He's sending you after. Who's your one?

Have you ever come face to face with a barrier? Join Pastor Meredith as she explores climbing over barriers, going against the pull of the crowd, and ultimately chasing Jesus, the barrier-breaking God, relentlessly. There are no barriers to the love of God!

In this second message of For The One, Tracy Rivera encourages us to turn our focus outward, not holding back from generously offering whatever the Lord has given us. We will not run out- He is our source!

Pastor Meredith brings us back to the heart of Jesus in the kickoff to this series “For The One.” Join us as we dive into the story of the woman who washed Jesus’ feet, understanding that Jesus sees the worst and loves us deeply anyway.

Pastor Meredith Ryburn walks through the life of David from the field to the palace. She encourages us to be patient and committed wherever we are, allowing God to build our character as we work in the field.

In this message Pastor Phil talks about how Jesus is able to empathize with our weaknesses. He was tempted the same as we are and he understands our struggles because he related to our humanity. He gets us.

In this episode of our Bonuscast Phil and Meredith dive into the concept of purpose and the questions we ask ourselves as humans around it.

When you picture God, do you see someone that is strict and restrictive? Or a God that is open and giving? Pastor Meredith reminds us that God cares about us, delights in giving good gifts, and has good things planned for us.