Sunday Sermons at Cornerstone Church, Mandeville

In this message, we discover how simple it really is to know God’s heart. Like a Roomba endlessly circling a mess, we sometimes complicate what was meant to be direct. Jesus shows us in Matthew 9 that the heart of God beats for people—broken, weary, and scattered. As we walk with Him through dusty roads and compassionate moments, we see what He saw, feel what He felt, and learn to pray as He praye...

We often ask, “Who’s our number one?”—but have you ever wondered what God puts first? In this message, Pastor Doug Gilford unpacks Matthew 6:33, revealing that God’s highest priority isn’t structures, systems, or success—it’s souls. From Genesis to Revelation, God’s heart beats for people—for you. Through powerful stories and scripture, Doug reminds us that God’s first desire is honor, His deepest...

Before a single wall goes up, a builder spends hours measuring that first corner. Why? Because if it’s off, the whole house is crooked. Our lives work the same way — what we put first determines whether everything else stays in line. In this powerful message, Pastor Doug Gilford takes us to the words of Jesus in Matthew 6:33, “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these...

In this message, we continue our series in Hebrews with one of the most sobering passages in all of Scripture: a warning against rejecting God. Hebrews 6:1–6 speaks not of casual mistakes but of full-blown apostasy—a deliberate turning away from Christ after once tasting His goodness. Throughout history, God has always warned His people; Adam, Noah, Moses, Ezekiel, and even Jesus Himself gave warn...

When a parent shouts a warning, it is not out of anger but out of love. That is the tone of Hebrews 3:12–19; a desperate cry from a loving God urging His children not to drift away. In this message, we hear how drifting from God slowly turns into departing from Him—and how unbelief hardens hearts until sin feels normal and faith fades away. Drawing from the struggles of the early believers under p...

In life, warning signs aren’t there to ruin the journey—they’re there to save it. Just like road signs that keep us safe on dangerous mountain passes, God gives us clear spiritual warnings through His Word. In this message, Loud Warnings from a Loving God, we’ll see how the book of Hebrews speaks to the dangers of drifting, doubt, rebellion, and rejection of God. These aren’t meant to scare us but...

God is still speaking today, but many of us have tuned Him out. In this message, we explore the story of young Samuel and how he learned to recognize the voice of God. Through this passage, we see that the difference between spiritual disaster and destiny often comes down to whether we are truly listening. We discover three keys for hearing God more clearly: staying close to Him in daily fellowshi...

In this episode, Pastor Doug unpacks the difference between hearing and truly listening. From James 1:22–24 and John 10:27, we discover that Jesus calls His sheep not only to hear His voice but to follow Him. With so many competing voices around us—fear, pride, past wounds, and cultural noise—the Shepherd still speaks clearly to those who belong to Him. This message invites us into deeper intimacy...

Life has moments where everything falls apart—dreams crumble, pressure mounts, and answers run dry. That’s where David found himself at Ziklag. In this episode, we’ll see how he wept honestly, found strength in God’s presence, and stepped forward on God’s word. If you’ve ever been pressed to your breaking point, this message will help you discover how to recover hope and move forward with faith.

No Condemn-nation, Part 2 – Why? Romans 8:1 isn’t just comforting—it’s revolutionary. In Christ, our guilt has been erased, our debt paid in full, and our identity forever changed. No more condemnation; only the righteousness of Jesus covering us completely. Listen now and discover why the verdict is already in: Free. Forever.

We live in a world quick to cancel and slow to forgive—a condemn-nation where shame is loud and grace is silent. But what if there's another way? In this episode, we break down Romans 8:1–2 and uncover a promise from God's Kingdom: there is no condemnation for those in Christ. Through Paul’s raw struggle in Romans 7, we see the reality of failure—but we also see freedom. If you've ever felt disqua...

In a world full of contradiction and confusion, the Apostle Paul’s encounter at Mars Hill offers a powerful blueprint for engaging a spiritually lost culture. This sermon explores Paul’s bold message to a city filled with idols and intellect, yet starving for truth. Drawing from Acts 17, we examine what it means to live “in Christ” in contrast to life “out of Christ.” Listeners will discover how P...

Have you ever felt the pain of being passed over—even when you were qualified, prepared, and passionate? You're not alone. In Acts 1, two faithful disciples, Matthias and Joseph Barsabas Justus, both met every requirement to become the next apostle. Yet, only Matthias was chosen. How do we handle rejection when we’ve done everything right? What if God's plan leads us down a path we didn't expect?...

Sometimes what you see tells you there’s no hope. But faith isn’t built on what your eyes perceive—it’s built on God’s unchanging promises. In this episode, we explore 2 Corinthians 4 and 5 to see how Paul endured prisons, beatings, and trials yet called them a “light affliction” because he focused on the eternal, not the temporary. Discover how to: Keep believing when nothing changes Trust God is...

This sermon reflects on the challenging season of building Cornerstone Church 17 years ago and highlights how God faithfully provided through it all. The message is clear: if He provided then, we can trust He’ll provide now.