Cornerstone on the Go

Join Cody Finlen as he walks us through a familiar but powerful parable of Jesus!

Daniel 8 is loaded with astounding prophecy, which has come to pass fully and accurately! But why is biblical prophecy important? Is it simply enjoyable mind candy, or are there beneficial truths for us to believe that provide tangible benefits?

In the first part of Daniel 7, we discovered what Daniel saw in his vision; here, we see what Daniel learned from his vision and how what he learned can help us today.

What is the meaning of the four beasts in Daniel 7? What do these wild verses mean today as we approach another presidential election and face life's difficulties?

Daniel 6 recounts the story of Daniel being thrown into the lions’ den after defying King Darius' decree prohibiting prayer to anyone except the king. Miraculously, God protects Daniel by shutting the lions' mouths, leading Darius to acknowledge God's power and issue a decree honoring Him throughout the kingdom. It's a story we know well but during this sermon, we will learn a...

In Daniel chapter 5, King Belshazzar of Babylon hosts a grand feast using sacred vessels taken from the Jerusalem temple, dishonoring God. During the celebration, a mysterious hand appears and writes a message on the wall. Daniel is called to interpret it, warning that Belshazzar's kingdom is about to fall due to his arrogance and failure to honor God, which is fulfilled that very night when...

We've all heard tales of legendary beasts and monsters that lurk in the shadows of the cultural fringe, folklore, and mythology. However, there is a beastly sin that lurks within all of us. Some believe that this sin is the root from which all other sins grow out of and bloom. What is this sin? What does God desire to form in its place and how does He go about this transforming work in our li...

In Daniel 3 we discover how we can live courageously for Jesus wherever we are today and how our courage can encourage others now and later.

Daniel chapter two is full of prophecy. Some of the prophecies have been fulfilled and some still await fulfillment. Join us as we look at Nebuchadnezzar's dream of a colossal statue that robs him of his sleep meant for him and means for us today. We will wrestle with who or what the ten toes represent in this sermon too!

The book of Daniel offers profound lessons on faith, cultural assimilation, and God's sovereignty. Daniel and his friends, taken to Babylon, resolved not to defile themselves with the king's food, demonstrating deep faith and respectful resistance. Their unwavering commitment led to divine favor and exceptional wisdom. Today, Daniel's story encourages us to maintain our faith in adv...

Exploring the nature of God's goodness amidst suffering, we examine biblical stories and personal experiences to understand His mercy and grace. We discuss why bad things happen to good people, the story of Job, and the problem of God's mercy, ultimately finding that both blessings and suffering draw us closer to God. The key to faithfulness is contentment in God alone, as illustrated by...

Exploring Acts Chapter 6, we learn about the emergence of deacons in the early church, a response to the growing community's needs. Deacons were established to manage the physical needs, allowing apostles to focus on teaching and prayer. Their qualifications included being respected, Spirit-filled, and wise. The selection process was communal, and their service led to significant church growt...

Psalm 131 presents a powerful approach to finding peace in a restless world through humility, stillness, and hope in God. David's personal journey, amidst his struggles, teaches us to embrace our limitations, quiet our souls in God's presence, and place our unwavering trust in the Lord's faithfulness. These timeless principles offer a path to tranquility and contentment in our own l...

In John 9, we explore the transformation of a man born blind who encounters Jesus and gains both physical sight and spiritual insight. Jesus' healing of the man's blindness is a powerful demonstration of God's works and leads to a profound understanding of faith and worship. The man's journey from questioning to bold testimony and finally to worshiping Jesus offers us a bluepri...

In Luke 7:36-50, an unnamed woman demonstrates profound worship by anointing Jesus with expensive perfume, despite being a known sinner. Her actions contrast with Simon the Pharisee's judgmental stance, prompting Jesus to teach about forgiveness through a parable. This story encourages us to worship Jesus deeply, recognizing the magnitude of our forgiveness and the depth of our sin. Sermon No...

Exploring Mark 2:1-12, we learn about the power of faith, determination, and prayer through the story of four friends who overcome obstacles to bring their paralyzed friend to Jesus for healing. Jesus' response to their faith is both forgiving and miraculous, prompting us to remove life's distractions and commit to intercessory prayer, trusting in His transformative power.

Exploring Psalm 20:4, we uncover that it's not a blanket promise for personal desires but a specific prayer for King David's success. Proper Bible study, including prayer and context understanding, is crucial. Aligning our hearts with God's will is key to having our desires met, as our true joy should be in the Lord, not in our own plans.

In the midst of spiritual depression, Psalm 42 serves as a beacon of hope, guiding us to seek God's presence with the same desperation as a deer for water. It encourages us to reflect on past joys, question our emotions, and wrestle with our thoughts, while ultimately affirming God's unfailing love. By anchoring our hope in God, we find the strength to persevere through our darkest momen...

What is Parent Commissioning? Why be commissioned as parents? Is this the same as baby dedication? How do we be commissioned as parents as the primary disciplers as our children? All this and more in this short episode! 

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Romans 16:1-7 At first glance, the first sixteen verses of chapter 16 look like a list of Paul's social media followers. Because of this surface appearance, a list of little-known and hard-to-pronounce names, these verses can be easily skipped or quickly skimmed during our reading or study times. Regarding passages like Romans 16:1-16, we must remember that God has breathed out every word of...

Romans 15:14-33 In the second part of chapter 15, Paul explains his reasons for writing, his delay in visiting the Romans, and his future plans. Through Paul's personal touch near the end of this letter, we find three important reminders for us to listen to and carryout to be faithful followers of Jesus.

Paul continues to unpack God's will for His people. In these verses, we discover the kind of love we are to have for others. When we love one another with this kind of love, we prove to the world that we are Christ's followers. 

Paul immediately moves into an arena of life where we need our minds transformed so that we will know God's good, pleasing, and perfect will. In these short verses the Apostle reminds us that we must not be proud people but a humble people who recognize their need for others and others need for them if the body of Christ is to mature. Join us in this episode to see how God has both built and...

Pastor Alex takes us through Jesus' words on worry and how we can live a worry free life!