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20250119 IS - God IS the Renamer Isaiah 62.1-5

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The Passage: Isaiah 62:1-5 The One Thing: God is the Renamer (The Power of a New Name Badge). Growgroup Discussion Starters Know K1 What nicknames (perhaps funny, perhaps hurtful) did you have when you were a kid? Grow G1 God’s people had arrived back in Israel after years of exile. What emotional impact do you think it had for them to hear the names (Hephzibah and Beulah) that God was giving them? G2 Is believing this idea God has new names for us nothing more than “the power of positive thinking”? Why or why not? G3 Look up the persecution happening to the Christians in Manipur, India (helpful website include “open doors” and “the Joshua project”. Pray the names from the sheet over Manipur Christians (and others suffering). G4 What does Isaiah 62:1-5 reveal to us about the person and personality of God? G5 Place this sheet of names somewhere you can read them and be reminded (bathroom mirror fridge, office bulletin board). Show S1 Who in your life needs to hear the names that God has for them as they trust in Christ? Pray for an opportunity to talk to them about this, perhaps even giving them the sheet of names from God.

20250112 IS - God IS the Redeemer Isaiah 43.1-7 (Nate Huff)

Joe Rogan Clip Reference (Wesley Huff): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwyAX69xG1Q&t=2175s Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow

20250105 SIMPLE Wesley Renewal Covenant Service

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow “I am no longer my own, but thine. Put me to what thou wilt, rank me with whom thou wilt. Put me to doing, put me to suffering. Let me be employed by thee or laid aside for thee, exalted for thee or brought low for thee. Let me be full, let me be empty. Let me have all things, let me have nothing. I freely and heartily yield all things to thy pleasure and disposal. And now, O glorious and blessed God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, thou art mine, and I am thine. So be it. And the covenant which I have made on earth, let it be ratified in heaven. Amen.”

20241229 Growing in Favour (incl. Lectio Divina)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The One Thing: Growing In Favour The Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:26, Luke 2:52, Colossians 3:12-17 LECTIO DIVINA Passage | Colossians 3:12-17 These are the clothes you must put on, then, since God has chosen you, made you holy, and lavished his love upon you. You must be tender-hearted, kind, humble, meek, and ready to put up with anything. You must bear with one another and, if anyone has a complaint against someone else, you must forgive each other. Just as the master forgave you, you must do the same. On top of all this you must put on love, which ties everything together and makes it complete. Let the king’s peace be the deciding factor in your hearts; that’s what you were called to, within the one body. And be thankful. Let the king’s word dwell richly among you, as you teach and exhort one another in all wisdom, singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God with grateful hearts. And whatever you do, in word or action, do everything in the name of the master, Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the father. (Colossians 3:12-17 The Kingdom New Testament, NT Wright) Step 1 | Ready Breathe in and out to reach a place of internal quiet. Breath prayer: "Speak Lord | your servant is listening" Step 2 | Read (Lectio) During this reading we’re simply asking the question “what?”. “What do you want to say to me, God?”. And as the words are being slowly read, listen for a word or a phrase that might jump out from the page. Take this as God’s word to you. Then simply write this word or phrase down. Don’t analyze it. Simply write it down. Step 3 | Reflect (Meditatio) As the passage is read for a second time, now ask the question “why?”. We’re reflecting. Ask God why He has brought that verse or phrase to your attention. Again, you’re listening for God’s voice. Don’t force it. Don’t analyze it. Don’t overthink. Just wait on Him and allow Him to tell you why He has brought this word or phrase to your attention. |Step 4 | Respond (Oratio) This is our chance, in the quietness of our hearts to “respond”. While the passage is being read, ask the question “What now?”. What is the step of faith that God is calling you into? As you hear from God, write down what you sense He is saying to you. “God, show me what I should do with the word or phrase that you have given me” Step 5 | Rest (Contemplatio) During this final reading allow yourself to rest. Enjoy the quiet and the stillness. You might want to occasionally simply whisper “thank you” to God for speaking to you. This period of resting can be as long as you want. For more information visit contemplative.org/contemplative-practice/lectio-divina/ or google “Lectio Divina”

20241224 A Simple Christmas (Hebrews 1.1-4)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The One Thing: A Simple Christmas The Passage: Hebrews 1:1-4

20241222 God’s Will Takes On Flesh (Hebrews 10.5-10)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow Know K1 What spoke to you through today’s message? Grow G1 How does Christ's statement "a body you have prepared for me" in verse 5 relate to the concept of the Incarnation? What significance does this have for our understanding of Jesus' mission? G2 In what ways does this passage contrast the Old Testament sacrificial system with Christ's sacrifice? How does this highlight the superiority of Christ's offering? G3 What does it mean that Christ came to do God's will (verses 7 and 9)? How does this relate to our own lives as followers of Christ? G4 How does verse 10 connect God's will with our sanctification? What implications does this have for our understanding of holiness and our relationship with God? G5 The passage quotes Psalm 40:6-8 and applies it to Christ. How does this use of Old Testament scripture support the author's argument about Jesus' role and purpose? Show S1 How can you “incarnate” God’s love this Christmas? What is one intentional act of kindness or service you can perform for someone in your community during the Christmas week, and how can you incorporate the spirit of giving into that act?

20241215 The Invitation of the Inbreaking (Phil 4.4-7) - Nate Huff

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow Speaker: Nate HuffThe Passage: Philippians 4:4-7 The One Thing: The Invitation of the Inbreaking
 

20241208 Confident - not cocky or cautious (Philippians 1:3-11)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow Know K1 What did God speak to you about today through the service, or the sermon? Grow G1 Try to put yourself in Paul's shoes. You're in prison. How do you write the most joy-filled letter in the New Testament? Where does his joy come from? G2 How do we deepen our confidence in God’s work, avoiding cockiness (“I don’t need God”) or caution (“God is not trustworthy”)? G3 Who can you think of in the Advent / Christmas story that exemplified this posture of patient confidence in God? G4 Paul says that he’s confident God will complete what God has begun in the Philippians. How have you seen God accomplish good, albeit slow work in your life or in those around you? G5 Sometimes people who are suffering share their suffering to complain. Is Paul complaining? What can make the difference between a positive and a negative reaction to suffering? G6 What is something you love which you tried to learn more about? What was that like? Have you ever been drawn in a similar way to know God? What would that look like? Show S1 How can you give towards the family at Waupoos that Cornerstone is adopting?

20241201 Prayers in the Waiting Room (1 Thess 3.9-13)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The One Thing: Prayers in the Waiting Room Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 Know K1 What did you feel God say to you through today’s message? Grow G1 Read verse 6-11. What can you deduce about the relationship Paul had with the Thessalonians from this passage? G2 The Thessalonian church was a fledgling church undergoing persecution. What strikes you about Paul’s prayers. Specifically, what did he NOT pray for that you might have prayed for it you were Paul? G3 As Paul was writing from Corinth to the Thessalonian church, what emotions might Paul have been experiencing? How do you feel this impacted his prayers? G4 Dan highlighted three “Prayers in the Waiting Room”. The first was “Lord Jesus, clear the way”. As you waiting in silence, what did God bring to mind as you prayed this prayer? G5 The second prayer was “Lord Jesus, make love increase and overflow”. Even if the situation doesn’t change, pray this prayer over those involved. Do you think there is a connection between the first prayer and this prayer? If so, what might that be? G6 The third prayer was “Lord Jesus strengthen hearts”. Dan said that the opposite of a strong heart is a hard heart. How might God be using “the forge” to strengthen your heart. Imagine that your heart is in his forge. To make your hard heart strong, he must first make it soft, pliable and malleable. Give him the permission to do this. Show S1 Carry these “Prayers in the waiting room” with you during this week. Pray them as God works in you and through you in the forge.

20241124 God's Resting Face is Grace and Peace (Rev 1.4-8)

Weekly live worship service from Cornerstone Church, North Gower (Ontario) FOLLOW US #northgowercornerstone WEBSITE https://www.knowgrowshow.ca/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/northgowercornerstone/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/northgowercornerstone/ LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/knowgrowshow The One Thing: God’s resting face of grace and peace. Scripture: Revelation 1.4b-8 Know K1 What did God say to you through the service / message today Grow G1 A resting face is the expression on your face when it is at rest. What is your resting face (if you don’t know, ask a friend!) G2 What based on Revelation 1:4 what could we imagine to be God’s resting face? G3 How do we see the Trinity represented in verse 4b and 5a? What is the significance of the 3 titles given to Christ in this verse? How can they encourage us? G4 How do we see Christ relating to us in verse 5b and 6 – think of what Christ has done in the past, in the present and what he will do in the future. G5 This passage begins and ends with referring to God as he “who is, and who was, and who is to come”. Why is this significant and what does the bookending tell us, particularly in the context of the readers of Revelation undergoing persecution? Show S1 Imagine “Grace and Peace” being spoken from God over you (v4) and “Glory and Power” being spoken by you to God (v6). Imagine this exchange taking place. You could even pray it as a breath prayer: “Grace + peace” (as you breathe in), “Glory + Power” (as you breathe out).