Cornerstone Community Church Sermon Audio

Truth: We Will Use the Bible as our Authority and Guide

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

What do you love about Cornerstone? What really sets us apart and makes us unique? Our core values explain why we do church like we do. They help everyone understand our identity as a growing, vibrant church. This week we share our first Core Value. Truth: We will use the Bible as our authority and guide.

Depression

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

An angry king. Devastating drought. Epic opposition. And one man who overcomes it all. When the world around us is spinning out of control, where do we turn? Join us as we learn from Elijah, who lived by the power of prayer.

Powerful Prayer

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Which God do you serve

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

The Making of a Man of God

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Just like Elijah, pain in our lives can lead us to a total dependence on God and to a more intimate relationship with Him. Remember, God is preparing each of us so that He can work through us. But before God can do more through us, God needs to do more in us.

Living a Missional Life

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

We are called to engage our community and world for Christ. The church is not a building or a service, it is a group of people called to live out their faith in the world. Our church services should be a place where people are connected to God, others, and their mission in life.

Building a Discipling Culture

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

More! That's what most of us want from our walk with Jesus. We've all heard what a great adventure the Christian life is supposed to be, abundant, purpose-filled, passionate - but there is often a disconnect between our expectations and our daily experience. What would it look like if we learned what it looks like to follow Christ in our everyday life? And to teach others to do the same? In this message Mike shares about the second part of God's vision for Cornerstone, for us to equip people to be followers of Christ.

Death Brings Life

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

On Easter, we celebrate the fact that we worship a risen Savior. But why did Jesus have to die for our sins? By looking at the Bible from Genesis to Revelation, we learn that sin has consequences, and that Jesus came to take the punishment for our sin and to forgive our sins. We are set free to live a new life in Christ.

Looking Back

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

As we reflect over our beginnings as a church, we have much to be thankful for. God has blessed the work and ministry of Cornerstone. Looking back allows us to see how God has been faithful to us, so that we can trust Him completely with our future.

Water Sunday

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Water Sunday is the start of a conversation that ties our church community to communities around the world that lack access to safe drinking water. In the process, transformation occurs both in those who receive the water and those who are part of the process. God is lighting fires with water.

Is Jesus Enough

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

We must all examine our lives. Are we fans, or true followers of Christ. Throughout this series we have been examining what it means to be a fully committed follower of Christ. Our hope is that you can answer with confidence that you are a follower of Christ.

More Than Rules

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Christianity is more than a set of rules, it is a relationship. A fan is content with just following rules, but the mark of a true follower is a life-giving relationship with Jesus Christ.

The Comfortable Cross

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

We live in a society that is consumed by comfort and convenience. But have we turned the cross into a symbol of comfort, or a symbol of commitment. New life in Christ starts when we die to ourselves. When we die to our old way of life and enter into a relationship with Jesus Christ.

Choosing Intimacy

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Do you have a relationship with God based on knowledge or based on intimacy? We each have a choice. Fans choose knowledge, but followers embrace intimacy with God. This is the 3rd week of our series Not a Fan.

The Open Invitation

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jesus offers anyone and everyone the invitation to come and follow. If we want to be more than just a fan of Jesus, we must respond to His invitation with love and obedience. True followers know that the invitation could cost us everything, but in exchange we receive the free gift of God; an eternal life in fellowship with our creator.

Fan or Follower

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Christ gives each one of us an invitation to follow Him. Today we’ll be studying a verse that clearly lays out what it means to be a follower of Christ. It’s Luke 9:23, and it reads, “If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself, take up his cross daily, and follow me.”

Lost People Matter

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Over the last few weeks we have been talking about the importance of change. However, we cannot lose focus on others. Jesus showed incredible passion and compassion towards others, especially the sinners and lost around Him. We share the same mission, so remember that lost people matter, and that it is our responsibility to share Christ with them.

One Thing

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

What one thing do you need to change in your life? This year, by the power of the Holy Spirit who lives inside of each and every believer, will you commit to the One Thing that you need to change for the glory of God.

Getting Past Your Past

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

You can overcome a troubled past when you realize your new identity in Jesus Christ. You're not the same person you once were, so strive towards the future with boldness and courage and faith.

Read the Bible for Life

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Instead of reading the Bible for information, read it for transformation. The Bible is our guide, our source of strength, our source of power, and the very Words of God. As we enter into the new year, our challenge to you is to allow the Bible to speak into your life, and to allow it to transform you into the person that God wants you to be.

Refocus-Reflect-Renew

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

As we enter 2012, we want to take time to celebrate everything that God has done. We want to constantly refocus our mission, and we can do that by reflecting on what God has done and renewing our commitment to serve Him in the new year.

Christmas Spirit

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

This Christmas, let's focus on having true Christmas Spirit, the kind that comes from worshiping God for who He is, for what He has done, and for what He will do in the future.

Worship More - Give More - Love More

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

This Christmas, let's show more of the true Christmas Spirit. The Spirit that comes from worshipping more, giving more, and loving more.

Mission Team Update

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

Our misssion team shares about their recent trip to Nicaragua with Because We Care Ministries.

Keeping it Between the Lines

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

In our second message of the parenthood series, Mike shares about the importance of providing guardrails for our children. They need both Godly love and discipline in order to navigate the trials of life. As parents, we must be committed to training and instructing our children in God's way and God's will.

Where is the manual?

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

This week, we'll be answering the question, "where is the manual?" Parenting is tough, and you need all the help you can get to raise your kids in today's society, so let's find out what the Bible says about bringing up Godly children.

Seizing Opportunity

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

In Colossians chapter four, Paul challenges us to make the most of every opportunity. Are you prayerfully looking for opportunities to share the message of Christ with the world around you? Seize the opportunity and make a difference for Jesus!

In Everything

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Paul teaches us in Colossians that in everything we should desire to put Christ first. In our marriage, in our families, and in our workplace and school, Christ deserves the first and highest place. In Colossians 3, we learn practical ways to submit to Christ and allow him to be the rightful ruler of our lives.

Living for God

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

For all believers in Christ, Jesus has given us a new way to live, a new way to love, and a new way to worship. In Colossians 3, Paul gives us this new standard of living in Christ.

Getting Right with God

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

If we want God to speak into our lives, then we must get serious about listening to His voice. We must take sin seriously, and learn to repent and follow after Christ in every area of our life.

Cut it Out

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

When Christ died on the cross, he took the punishment for our sin. Why do we as believers still live in bondage to that sin? We need to wake up and cut out those things in our life that don't honor God. Ben Smith shares this message about the transformation that takes place in our lives when we trust in Christ.

Whatever it Takes

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

Are you ready to say, "I'm willing to do whatever it takes to grow closer to God." In Colossians chapter 1 and 2, Paul shares his struggles, but he also shares how we can mature in our faith. Once we trust Jesus as our Lord and Savior, we enter into a lifelong process of growth and transformation.

Our God is Stronger

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

We're beginning a study through the book of Colossians titled "Christ Alone" Colossians is a letter that teaches us the importance of putting Christ first in every area of our life. No matter what you are going through, you have peace and joy because our God is stronger!

Living Out Your Calling

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

Over the last few weeks we have looked at the characteristics of our calling. As we discover our calling, we must be bold and have the courage to do what God has called us to do. As we use our talents, our spiritual gifts, and our abilities, we reach out to the world around us, glorifying God and making disciples.

Called to Generosity

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Learning to be generous does not come naturally, but if we want God to use us then we must learn to live generous lives. As we submit and honor God in each area of our lives, we learn to recognize God's calling.

Called to Make Disciples

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

What are we called to in life? Does God really have a greater purpose in our lives? When we read the Bible, we learn that there are foundational principles and commands to help us discover our calling. Each of us has a command and a purpose to go and make disciples. We are simply called to make disciples. Join us as we learn together what this means to a follower of Christ.

Called to Care

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Kaleo - "To this you were called..." Every follower of Christ has a mission to carry out. Every follower of Christ is called (Kaleo) to something great. Part of every believers calling is to simply care. To care about those who are hurting, to care about those who haven't heard the gospel, and to care about making a difference in our community. Discover your Kaleo and fulfill your calling.

Finding Your Calling

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Have you ever wondered if you have a calling in life? A greater purpose that you were created for? Throughout the New Testament we see the Greek word Kaleo, which we translate as calling. In 1 Peter 2:21, we read "To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps." In this series, we will learn together to recognize and respond to the call of God on our life.

To Lead You Must Follow

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

People are counting on us, and more importantly God is counting on us to be ambassadors for the Kingdom of God. But if we truly want to lead and have greater influence, we must learn what it means to follow. By following Christ, we show the world what true leadership is.

You Can Make a Difference

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

God has given us an incredible role and responsibility in His story. God could have chosen numerous ways to share how we can have a relationship with God, but he chose to use us. There is no denying that we must take reaching the lost seriously if we truly claim to follow Christ. By looking at the story of the woman at the well, we can learn directly from Jesus how to interact and share with others.

Community is Not Optional

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

Relationships are important! Here at Cornerstone, we believe that true discipleship can only take place within personal relationships. Sunday mornings are not enough when it comes to our Spiritual growth. Entering into true authentic Biblical community means that we we do life together, helping each other follow Christ.

Making an Impact

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

How are you making an impact? Here at Cornerstone, we are taking seriously the command we have in Acts 1:8 to be witnesses locally, regionally, and globally. In this service, we get to hear testimonies sharing about what Christ is doing through the people of Cornerstone. This is from the 9:15 service.

Childrens Takeover

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

Our children's ministry took over our service and did their teaching in front of the entire church. Here at Cornerstone, we believe children's ministry cannot be neglected because the children are counting on us! After the children's message, Mike shares a short message about how we can make a difference in the life of a child.

Community Church Service

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

Four area churches came together to show their unity and support of Praisin in the Park and the Hallelujah Luau. First Baptist of Galax, Grace Baptist of Fries, Mt. Vale United Methodist Church, and Cornerstone Community Church all joined together on Sunday July 24th in Felts Park. For more information see praisinpark.com

The Discipline of Prayer

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

How is your prayer life? Are you discplined to make time to spend talking and listening to God? Mark Robinson, one of our Cornerstone elders, share a message about the importance and power of prayer in our relationship with God.

Growing to Maturity

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

What does a mature Christian look like? Do we measure knowledge, wisdom, talent, or age? Or is their something beneath the surface that shows true maturity. This morning we wrap our this roots series by looking at the simple concept of love. Do we know how much God loves us? And do we love God and others in return?

Preparing our hearts

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

What are the steps to preparing the soil for a great harvest? You have to plow and till the ground, add compost and fertilizer, and then water the ground to provide the needed nutrients. Travis shares this message about how we have to do the same thing with our hearts, in order to live a fruitful life for Christ.

What is our goal

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jesus was a master story teller. He used parables to convey truth to those who were truly seeking. In the parable of the four soils, Jesus shared the goal for every follower of Christ, that they would live fruitful lives.

Snapshots of a Father

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

On this Father's Day, we want to encourage men to be a leader, pastor, and teacher in their home. Your most important task as a dad is to introduce your children to Christ. Let's not forget what is really important

Overcoming the Evil Aimed at You

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

What happens when things don't turn out the way you have planned. You will encounter pain in this life. People will betray you, hurt you, use you, and persecute you. How will you respond in those situations? Romans 12 shows us that we can respond supernaturally, repaying evil with good. So many people are carrying hurt and pain and trying to hide it. It's time to live life God's way, as an r12 Christian.

Engaging our Community and World For Christ

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

We are called to serve others with love. How can the real you meet real needs in the right way for the right reason? Here are Cornerstone, we want you to find your place of service, both in the church and in the community. Today we've invited various local ministries to join us to share how God is moving and working in our area.

Learning to Experience True Community

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 30 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

In the Old Testament, David and Jonathan had the kind of authentic community and solid heart to heart relationship that we all long for. In Romans 12:9-13, we learn how we can experience and develop those kinds of relationships with one another as we make time to let “the real us, meet real needs, for the right reason, in the right way.”

Coming to Grips with the Real You

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 23 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Who are you? When you look in the mirror, who do you see? Romans 12:3 teaches us that we should have a proper view of ourselves, a sober self-assessment. In this message, we review the life of Moses to learn how our high or low view of ourselves affects our obedience to Christ. Let's quit making excuses and start trusting God.

Getting God's Very Best

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

If we want to get God's very best for our lives, then we must give Him our best. The story of Daniel teaches us the power of standing firm in our convictions in a hostile world, and Romans 12:2 tells us what the result is. A renewed mind that can discern God's good, pleasing, and perfect will.

Giving God What He Wants the Most

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Surrender is the channel through which God’s biggest and best blessings flow. Abraham’s life and test with Isaac provide a picture of the truth of Romans 12:1 and show the necessity of the Lordship of Christ in our lives.

What is True Spirituality

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 03 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Do you really want to become more like Jesus? Romans 12 gives us a relational, grace-based, pathway to become more like Christ. As we focus on developing healthy relationships with God and others, we will experience the life that God intended for us.

Experiencing New Life in Christ

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

As we finish up our journey through the Romans Road, we look to Romans 8 to see how we can experience new life in Christ. Our old life has passed away and we have become a new creation in Christ, serving Him in love.

How Do I Grow?

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Our next stop along the Romans Road is to answer the question "Now What?" After you enter into a relationship with Jesus Christ, what do you do next? Does your way of life change, or can you stay the same? Romans 6 through 8 tell us more about our new life in Christ

Do I Know God?

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Can you know for sure that you are saved? Don't go through life uncertain about your most important relationship. Our second stop along the Romans Road is to make sure we really know God.

Where do I stand with God?

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

We start a new journey down the Romans Road and our first stop along the way is to look at our relationship with God. What separates us from God and what did Christ accomplish on the Cross?

True Worshipers

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

We want to be true worshipers! People who worship is Spirit and in Truth. When we learn to worship with reverence, acknowledging who God is and what He has done, we will worship as people who have been transformed by the power of God.

A Lifestyle of Worship

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Worship is much more than singing and praising God during church. God wants you, and He wants you to live a life of worship. A lifestyle that is love filled, obedient, joyful, sacrificial, spontaneous, and appealing.

The Biblical Basis of Worship

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

What is worship? Is it more than the songs we sing? Join us as we start a new series to discover true worship.

Filled with Joy

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Paul writes the book of Philippians to encourage the church at Philippi to be joyful. To encourage them to find contentment in every situation by drawing upon the power of Christ. In this crazy world we live in, do we live in a state of joy, or a state of worry and anxiety? Paul shares how we can have true joy in chapter 4 of this great letter.

Filled with Grace

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

How can we be joyful in any circumstance? In Philippians, we learn that joy springs from an understanding of the grace and love and righteousness we find in Christ. In chapter 3, we see how grace keeps us from pride, how it keeps us moving forward, and how it keeps us from reckless living.

Filled with Humility

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

In Philippians 2, Paul describes how we can achieve unity in our churches and in our homes, and it begins with humility. We have the utlimate example of humility in Jesus Christ, and when we focus on Jesus and how He loved and served others, we can't help but become more humble ourselves.

Filled with Righteousness

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

In the book of Philippians, we learn that contentment and joy are not dependent upon our circumstances. When we are filled and saturated with Christ in our life, we can't help but share hope with others. In Philippians 1, we see that we should be filled with the fruits of righteousness. What does that mean? And how do we become righteous in God's eyes?

Under the Bus

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Ben Smith introduces a new LifeGroup taking place on Sunday mornings at 9:15am here at the church. Ben will be teaching through Romans 1 through 11 in preparation for our churchwide series on Romans 12 starting after Easter. This morning, Ben teaches an introduction to Romans 1 and shares that we all need God's grace.

The Power of God's Plan

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

We see the beauty and power of God's Plan in the book of Revelation. As we wrapup our 30 day New Testament challenge, we celebrate that God is in control and that Jesus is returning. Are you ready?

The Power of Community

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Church is more than a building. The real power of a church lies in the strength of our realtionships. Our relationship with God and our relationship with each other. As we continue our NewThru30 series, we look to the early church for our example of authentic Christian community.

The Power of Service

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

How do you live a life that truly matters to God? You do it through sacrifice, selflessness, and service!

The Power of Prayer

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

What would happen if every follower of Christ became serious about praying? As we continue reading through the New Testament together, we now look to the power of prayer.

The Power of God's Word

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

It's something we SHOULD do. It's something we WANT to do. It's something we NEED to do. And the best part is… we’re doing it together. Every year thousands of people promise themselves they’re going to do it this year. They’re going to read through the Bible. Or they’re going to read a little bit everyday. Or they’re just going to start fresh and do better this year. Most people don’t make it. Not even through the first month. But this year is different. We’re going to start with something we can all handle. It’s the new year, and we’re reading the New Testament. And we’re doing it in 30 days. The NewThru30 Challenge!

The Light of the World

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

A manger, a star, the light of the world. The Gospel of John was written so that "you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name" (John 20:31 NIV) We want to look at the reason why Christ came, and invite you into a relationship with Jesus Christ.

Mission Team Update

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

The mission team from Cornerstone shares about their recent trip to Nicaragua. The team members each share about how God worked in them and through them on the mission field.

Passing Through

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

As we enter this Holiday Christmas Season, we need to remember that we are just passing through. When we realize that we are amabassadors for the Kingdom of God, it changes our attitude.

A Path to Oneness

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

All couples would agree that they desire a strong marriage. In order to have a Godly and strong marriage, we have to avoid roadblocks that take us down the wrong path. Jennifer joins Mike this week to share about what it takes to have a great marriage.

Staying One

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

Marriage can be hard, and in today's culture, divorce seems to be the first choice when couples encounter problems. As a church, we want to help you stay married by helping you understand what it means to put Christ first in your marriage. We also want those of you have experienced divorce to know that you can experience the grace of Jesus Christ.

A Vision of Oneness

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

If you want to experience true oneness in your marriage, you need to understand the Biblical foundation of marriage. If you understand your role in marriage and the goal of your marriage, you will grow in Christ and you strengthen your marriage.

Finding the One

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

If you want to be fulfilled in life, you have to find the one. But we must also realize that Jesus is the only one that can fulfill our deepest desires.

Extreme Commitment

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

An Extreme Commitment to Christ requires extreme love and extreme perserverence. We want to go beyond the basics and really challenge one another to be fully committed to Christ.

Super Heroes

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

We learn the true meaning of a hero by looking at the story of the Good Samaritan. Join us here at Cornerstone as Todd Shaw shares a message about serving others.

Back to the Basics

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

From time to time, every good team must study and practice the fundamentals. They simply get back to the basics. For Christians, we can't get comfortable and complacent, we can't forget that Jesus has given us a mission.

Should Christians Drink Alcohol

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

We continue our You Asked For It series by looking at the topic of Christians and alcohol. What does the Bible say? What are the consequences? We want to challenge you to ask the question "Should I Drink" instead of the question "Can I Drink"

Discipleship and Evangelism

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

What is the relationship between evangelism and discipleship? Can a church do both? Join us as we take a look at what a true disciple of Christ looks like. One who obediently follows Christ and shares with others.

Sex and Dating

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

Our society has chosen to disregard God's plan for dating and relationships. Join us as we look at the lies that lead us away from God's will for our lives.

How Do I Know God's Will?

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

How do you discover God's Will in your life? We want answers, but God want our faith and obedience. Join us as we look at how we can hear and obey God's voice.

The Bible - Translations and Trust - Part 2

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

Can we trust our Bibles? There is much confusion about Bible versions, so let's look together at how the Bible was inspired, preserved, and translated.

The Bible - Translations and Trust - Part 1

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

Can we trust our Bibles? There is much confusion about Bible versions, so let's look together at how the Bible was inspired, preserved, and translated.

Mind Your P's and Q's

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

This week, Ben Smith shares a message about why we have lifegroups based on the story of Priscilla and Aquila from the book of Acts. A life group is made up of a small group of people who gather together to share life together. Its purpose is for individuals to get involved in other’s lives in order to encourage each other, pray for each other, rejoice and cry with each other, hold each other accountable, and help each other become and live as a disciple of Jesus Christ. Life Groups are the avenue by which every person can get connected with a smaller group and receive the love and support they need throughout the week to help them inn their walk with Jesus Christ.

The Whining Prophet

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

When we read the story of Jonah, we expect Jonah to celebrate when Ninevah repents. But instead, he becomes angry that God gives them a second chance. In our own lives, we spend too much time whining and complaining instead of celebrating how God is at work. Join us as we wrap our our summer series on Jonah by looking at chapter 4.

Jonah's Second Chance

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

When we mess up in our work or with our families, we are not always guaranteed a second chance. But thankfully, God operates much differently. God offers grace, mercy, and forgiveness as Jonah chapter 3 teaches us. God offers grace and forgiveness to both Jonah and the Ninevites

Jonah's Prayer

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

What does it take to get you to pray? For Jonah, he ended up in belly of the great fish before he turned to God. No matter how far you run from God, we can be assured that we can call on God and He will answer us. And that God can deliver us from our impossible circumstances

The Jonah in Us

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

When you look at the life of Jonah, you may find that you have more in common with him than you think. We tend to run from our problems and hide from the truth. Join us as we learn the power of compassion and obedience.

First Things First

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

As we talk about money management, we can't forget to put first things first. Our relationship with Christ must come first. Matthew 6:33 tells us to seek first His Kingdom and His righteousness. Join us as we look at how this affects our decisions with money and possessions.

What Do You Do With The Extra?

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

How much is enough? Should our standard of living be determined by how much we make, or should we use the extra to show love to others and advance God's Kingdom? Let us challenge you to raise your standard of giving, not your standard of living.

Money Myths

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

We start a new series this week called "In God We Trust." We see that phrase on monuments, on buildings, and even on our money, but who do we really trust in life? In our society, it's easy to place our trust in our money and our possessions. We'll be talking about faith, hope, and money in these uncertain times we live.

Unstoppable Love

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Our highest calling in life is to love God and love others. For the church to be unstoppable, we must show love to the communities we live in. In this message, we share updates about some of the local mission opportunities, and we look at the importance of serving others.

Unstoppable Courage

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

We continue our One Prayer series with a great message from Craig Groeschel about courage. Don't let fear hold you back from following God. The path to your greatest potential is often straight through your greatest fear.

The Unstoppable Plan of God

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

During the One Prayer series, we share messages from other great churches around the country. This week, we shared a great sermon from Pastor Rick Bezet of New Life Church in Arkansas about God's Will and God's Plan for your life.

Unstoppable Unity

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

If we want to reach people in our community, we must have unity inside the church. The church is unstoppable when we are united in purpose and in love and following the will of God.

No Time For Excuses

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

If we want to take responsibility for our actions, we have to quit making excuses. Mike shares how we use blame to excuse our irresponsible actions, and prayer to excuse our irresponsible inaction. This is the sermon from the 11am service on 5/30/2010.

Taking Responsibility

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Today we start a new two week series called What Were You Thinking. Why is it so hard to act responsibly? We must realize that God created us to be responsible and that our irresponsibility does have serious consequences. As the Bible teaches, you will reap what you sow.

A Life of No Regrets

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

As we finish up the One Month to Live Challenge, we encourage you to take this challenge and let it become a lifestyle of making the most of every opportunity. Live life with passion and enthusiasm, and live life with no-regrets. May we share the prayer from Isaiah 26:8, "Lord, we show our trust in you by obeying your laws; our heart’s desire is to glorify your name."

Leave Boldly

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Tue, 11 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Do you want to leave a legacy? When we look at the life of Jesus we see that He left boldly. We put so much effort into things that are temporary and unimportant, but God wants us to focus on those things that will last for all eternity. Join us as we talk about the importance of convictions, character, and community.

Learn Humbly

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 03 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

As we continue the One Month To Live Challenge, we look to the third principle we can learn from the life of Jesus. When we learn humbly, God can mold and shape us to be the person He created us to be. Don't let your past failures keep you from obeying Christ today!

Love Completely

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

When we look to the life of Jesus, we see that He loved completely. Our passion must lead us to compassion in helping and serving others. We must overcome misunderstandings, selfishness, and mistakes in order to experience true love in our relationships.

The Holy Spirit & Missions

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

In this message, you get to hear from Don Gillette, a missionary to Nicaragua about the partnership between Cornerstone and Because We Care Ministries. You will hear how the Holy Spirit is moving and working through their ministry.

The Holy Spirit

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Are you living a Spirit-filled life? Or do you neglect and ignore the Holy Spirit? The Holy Spirit has been forgotten, misunderstood, and abused, but yet He is vital to living our life as a disciple of Christ. Mike shares what a spirit-filled life looks like, and why so many people are not living that life.

Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

As we discover the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives, we realize that the Holy Spirit is the source of our spiritual gifts. These spiritual gifts are special abilities given by the Holy Spirit and distributed to every believer according to God's design and grace for the common good of the body of Christ. Do you know what your gifts are? And more importantly, are you using them for the common good of the body of Christ.

2009 Nicaragua Mission Trip

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

As you serve your community and your world, you will experience firsthand the power of the Holy Spirit. In this message you will get to hear about some of the community events that Cornerstone is involved with, and then you will hear from the team members from a recent Mission Trip to Nicaragua. The poverty and living conditions there were beyond comprehension, but we were able to share God's love by meeting both physical and spiritual needs. We encourage you to get involved in fulfilling the Great Commission. It starts in your own community, but your responsibility does not end there.

The Power of the Holy Spirit

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

The same power from the Holy Spirit that enabled the disciples to preach Christ boldly is the same power that we have today. Too many Christians live life defeated and afraid, but there is so much more to the Christian life. Join us to learn what it means to live a life empowered by the Holy Spirit.

God In Us

mikewmorris@gmail.com — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

During the Christmas season, we celebrate the birth of Christ. We celebrate the fact that God in Christ became flesh and became Emmanuel, God with us. But how often do you stop and think about the fact that now God is in us? The Holy Spirit dwells inside of every believer. Are you living a life directed by and guided by the Holy Spirit? Join us as we look at what a Spirit filled life looks like.

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