Cornerstone Church

Jesus of Nazareth—the climax of God’s plan of redemption. In Jesus, all of God’s promises, prophecies, and hopes of the Old Testament find their fulfillment. Jesus is the long-awaited Messiah, the perfect Son of God who came to save humanity from sin and death. Jesus is the turning point of the story where God’s rescue operation meets its powerful conclusion.

Scriptures

Jeremiah 31:31-34 & John 1:1-5

After the Fall, God chose a people to reveal His heart and His plan for redemption—Israel. Through this nation, God would demonstrate His faithfulness, show the world His holiness, and foreshadow the coming of the Savior. Israel’s journey points to the ultimate hope: a Messiah who would bring true freedom and restore mankind’s split relationship with God.

Scriptures

Genesis 12:1-3

The Fall...the moment everything broke. Humanity was created to rule with God, but in a tragic act of rebellion, we chose sin over Him. That choice shattered creation, bringing separation from God. But even in the Fall, there was a whisper of hope—a promise that one day, a Rescuer would come to crush evil, break our chains, and restore what was lost.

Scriptures

Genesis 3:1-13

Betrayal, criticism, and unspoken expectations can take a toll on pastors. And if we’re not  careful, resentment creeps in. We’re called to forgive, but some wounds are hard to let go. And bitterness is a poison that doesn’t just affect pastors—it affects anyone who lets unresolved issues fester. But Jesus offers a better way—of not holding on, but of letting go.

Scriptures

Colossians 3:8 & 12-13

It’s easy to put pastors on a pedestal...but the truth? We struggle with sin just like everyone else. We fight pride, impatience, and unhelpful thoughts we wish we didn’t have. The title “pastor” doesn’t make us immune to temptation or failure. But the good news is, our hope isn’t in our own righteousness—it’s in Jesus. None of us is excluded…we all need His mercy.

Scriptures

Romans 3:10-24

Pastors feel the weight of expectations—preach well, lead well, shepherd well. But beneath it all lurks a fear: What if I mess up? What if I let people down? What if I’m not enough? Does that sound familiar? Of course it does! And the truth is, we will fail at times. But our calling from God isn’t to be perfect—it’s to be faithful. God doesn’t see our success the way we do.

Scriptures

Psalm 37:23-24 & Psalm 40:1-5

Pastors are surrounded by people...yet there are times when we feel completely isolated. The expectation to be strong, to have the answers, to always be “on” can be overwhelming. Admitting struggles can feel very risky, so it’s easier to keep them hidden. But loneliness 

thrives in silence. And the truth is, none of us were meant to carry burdens by ourselves.

Scriptures

Hebrews 4:15-16 & Isaiah 53:2-5

Pastors are expected to have unshakable faith—but the truth is, we wrestle with questions, too. There are moments when God feels distant, prayers seem unanswered, and we wonder if we’re getting it wrong. But doubt isn’t the enemy of faith—unchecked doubt is. When we bring questions and doubts to Jesus? We find out He always meets us with grace.

Scriptures

John 20:24-29

The Cross of Christ wasn’t just a sacrifice—it was a showdown, a rescue mission, and the greatest liberation effort in history. Through the death and resurrection of Jesus, we don’t just escape sin—we get to step into a new life, a new kingdom, and a new promised land!

It’s Easter Sunday, and the Enemy has been defeated! The path to freedom is now open!

Scriptures

Exodus 3:7-8 & John 16:33

Paul arrives in Rome—a prisoner in the heart of enemy territory—yet the gospel keeps advancing. Shackles couldn’t silence him, obstacles couldn’t deter him, and suffering couldn’t stop the fire of revival. God’s will may not happen overnight, but in the end? God wins. No prison, persecution, or power of Hell can stop His Kingdom from taking over.

Scriptures

Acts 28