Polemical Theology

In our introduction to Genesis a few weeks ago in adult Sunday School we discussed the idea of Polemical Theology in the Bible.  That is to say – one of the things Moses was doing as he penned Genesis under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit – was leveling a polemic (sustained argument) against the surrounding pagan, polytheistic cultures.  For …

Love and Justice at the Cross

John Owen’s reflections on the love and justice of God displayed at the cross: http://thechristianpundit.org/2013/08/20/christ-sin-and-justice/.

Order of Worship for Sunday August 25, 2013 11:00am

Scripture Meditation “So Jesus said to the twelve, ‘Do you want to go away as well?’ Simon Peter answered him, ‘Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.’” John 6:67-68 The Lord Calls Us to Worship * Salutation 1 Corinthians 1:3 * Call to Worship Psalm 66:17-19 * Prayer of Invocation   Our Response to …

From the Pastor’s Desk: Watchmen

Dear Cornerstone brothers and sisters, August is almost past and September is fast approaching.  There are many exciting things to be on the lookout for in the life of our church: * the men will restart our monthly fellowship breakfasts.  These will include time for food, fellowship, and study of a particular passage or topic. * the ladies will restart …

Christian Persecution in Egypt

May we be ever diligent to pray for the persecuted church and those faithful saints called to preach the gospel in dark and difficult regions.  See this article describing the latest outburst of persecution: http://www.nationalreview.com/corner/356195/egypts-christians-are-facing-jihad-nina-shea

Praying with our Children

Some convicting thoughts from Tim Challies on what happens when we pray with our children: http://www.challies.com/christian-living/when-you-pray-with-your-children-you-are-teaching-your-children-to-pray

Order of Worship for Sunday August 18, 2013 11:00am

Scripture Meditation “His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence.” 2 Peter 1:3 The Lord Calls Us to Worship * Salutation 1 Corinthians 1:3 * Call to Worship Psalm 87:1-3 * Prayer of Invocation Our Response to the Lord’s …

Dr. Stephen Nichols’ new Church History Podcast

Dr. Nichols is an outstanding church historian.  I would highly recommend his books and lectures.  He – in conjunction with Ligonier Ministries – has launched a new podcast focusing on the grand topic of church history.  See here for the first episode: http://www.ligonier.org/blog/5-minutes-church-history-new-weekly-christian-podcast-stephen-nichols/

From the Pastor’s Desk: Wisdom

Dear Cornerstone brothers and sisters, The apostle John tells us that “the blood of Jesus Christ cleanses us from all sin” (1 John 1:7).  Did you notice that important word … ‘all.’  The blood of Christ cleanses us from all sin.  Not some sins, not jus the big sins, or the little sins.  But from all sin.  Dear friends, that …

The significance of the Kitchen table …

Rebecca VanDoodewaard with some encouraging and challenging thoughts on the vital ministry that goes on around the kitchen table: http://thechristianpundit.org/2013/08/13/it-happens-at-the-table/