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20240421 POST EASTER Hearing God's Voice (John 10:1-10) [ Dave Mason]

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 Discussion QuestionsKnow K1 If you are in a stressful situation or feeling emotionally overwhelmed, whose voice do you want to hear? Whose voice would calm you down the best? Grow G1 How does the imagery of Jesus as the shepherd and believers as his sheep deepen our understanding of our relationship with him? G2 In verse 9, Jesus declares, "I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved." What significance does this statement hold in terms of salvation and access to God? G3 Jesus mentions in verse 10 that he came to give life abundantly. How does this concept of abundant life differ from worldly notions of success or fulfillment? G4 Verse 3 talks about the sheep recognizing the shepherd's voice. What are some practical ways we can discern the voice of Jesus amidst the noise and distractions of the world? G5 Jesus contrasts himself with thieves who come only to steal, kill, and destroy. How can we identify and guard against influences in our lives that seek to harm or deceive us spiritually? Show S1 Listen intentionally for the voice of the Good Shepherd amidst the clamor of competing influences, and commit to following His guidance with trust and obedience in every aspect of your life.

20240414 POST EASTER Ghosts Don't Tend To Eat Fish (Luke 24.36-48)

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: Ghosts Don't End To Eat Fish! Scripture: Luke 24:36-48 Discussion Questions Know K1 What did God say to you in today’s message? Grow G1 Jesus showed the disciples his wounds as a way of proving his identity. What significance do you think this had for them, and what does it mean for us today? G2 In verse 41, the disciples were filled with joy and amazement. What do you think brought them this joy, and how can we experience the same joy in our lives? G3 Jesus ate fish to prove he was real / physical. Why is this important and what clues might this give regarding our resurrected bodies? G4 Jesus emphasized the fulfillment of prophecy and the necessity of his suffering and resurrection. Why do you think it was important for him to clarify this to the disciples? How does this impact our understanding of faith? G5 The passage ends with Jesus commissioning his disciples to be witnesses of his resurrection. What do you think it means to be a witness of Jesus' resurrection in our daily lives? Show S1 Reflecting on verse 48, Jesus instructs his disciples to proclaim repentance and forgiveness of sins to all nations. How can we actively participate in spreading this message of repentance and forgiveness in our communities?

20240407 POST-EASTER When In Doubt, Talk It Out (John 20.19-31)

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: When In Doubt, Talk It Out Scripture: John 20:19-31 Discussion Questions Know K1 In the video Matt Bellefeuille talked about the Doubt Treadmill. Have you ever been on the “Doubt Treadmill”? What doubts do you struggle with? Intellectual doubt? Emotional doubt? Volitional doubt? Sociological doubt? Grow G1 Doubt and Faith: Thomas famously doubted the resurrection until he could see and touch Jesus' wounds. How does Jesus respond to Thomas' doubt, and what does this teach us about the relationship between doubt and faith? G2 The Peace of Christ: Jesus greets his disciples with the words "Peace be with you." What significance does this greeting have in the context of Jesus' resurrection, and how does it relate to the disciples' state of mind at that moment? G3 Thomas's Experience: What do you think Thomas was feeling when he first heard about Jesus' resurrection from the other disciples? How might his doubts have been influenced by his experience of Jesus' crucifixion? G4 Seeing and Believing: Jesus tells Thomas, "Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed." What does this statement suggest about the nature of faith, and how might it encourage believers who have not witnessed Jesus' physical resurrection? G5 Witness and Testimony: The Gospel of John emphasizes the importance of eyewitness testimony to Jesus' resurrection. How does the inclusion of Thomas's doubt and subsequent belief strengthen the credibility of the resurrection account? Show S1 What step do you need to take to deal with your doubt? Talk your doubt out? Figure out your flavour of doubt? Doubt your doubts? Hitchhike on others’ faith? Bring Jesus your doubt as worship? Take that step. Nextsteps
Check out Truth Snack on YouTube / podcast or truthsnack.ca
Talk to someone about your doubts.
Check out the stories of Christians who have suffered greatly and persevered in faith: Joni Eareckson, Nick Vujicic, Bethany Hamilton, Corrie Ten Boom, Brother Yun, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Richard Wurmbrand and Immaculée Ilibagiza.

20240331 EASTER SUNDAY My truth does not change THE truth (Mark 16.1-8)

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
 

20240329 LENT Good Friday (Stations of the Cross)

Liturgy written by Rev Richard J Fairchild and Charlene E Fairchild 1997 Read by Rev Carolyn Insley and Rev Dan WallisWeekly 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

20240324 LENT Mindset Matters (Phil 2.5-11)

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 The One Thing: Mindset Matters Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11 Discussion Questions Know K1 What did God say to you through the service / message today? Grow G1 The passage talks about Christ "emptying himself (made himself nothing") by taking on the nature of humans. What do you think this means, and how does it relate to his act of humility? G2 This passage includes an early church hymn which presumably the church recognized and had memorized / internalized. How does memorization aid you in your faith? G3 The Council of Nicaea debated the relationship between Jesus and the Father: homoousious (the same nature) or homoiousious (a similar nature). Why do you think this debate was so important? G4 “In your relationships with one another have the same mindset as Christ Jesus”. How does the example of Christ in this passage challenge our attitudes towards status, power, and self-importance? G5 Paul uses language that suggests every knee will bow and every tongue confess. What do you think this signifies about the ultimate recognition of Christ's lordship? Show S1 When praying, use a scripture, worship song or a hymn that you have memorized. Reflect on how this impacted your prayer.

20240317 LENT Presence Placement (Karin Rabuka's story)

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: Presence Placement Scripture: Hebrews 5:5-10 Discussion Questions Know K1 What did God say to you through the service / message or Karin’s testimony today? Grow G1 Did anything surprise you from hearing the story of Karin? G2 How does the concept of obedience factor into Jesus' role as high priest, as mentioned in these verses? G3 What insights can we gain about Jesus' humanity from Hebrews 5:5-10? How does this relate to his role as a high priest? G4 Reflect on the idea of Jesus being perfected through suffering. How does this relate to his mission and ministry as a high priest? G5 How does Hebrews 5:5-10 emphasize the relational aspect of Jesus' priesthood, particularly in his relationship with God the Father? G6 How do you need the presence of Jesus in your life at the moment? Show S1 How can you be a “presence placement” representing the High Priest Jesus in the lives of those you love or see regularly?

20240310 LENT - Death to life (Ephesians 2.1-10)

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 The One Thing: Death to life Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10 Discussion Questions Know K1 What did God say to you through the service / message today? Grow G1 If Ephesians 2:1-10 was a before and after poster, what would it look like? Sketch it out. G2 Verse 2 | Who is the ruler of the kingdom of the air? What does Kingdom of the air mean? How is he at work in the world? G3 Are we sinners because we sin? Or do we sin because we are sinners? G4 Verse 3 | Gratifying the cravings of our flesh sounds like freedom, does it not? Why isn’t it? G5 Verse 4 | How can we reconcile these two truths: we are deserving of wrath AND God is rich in mercy and full of great love? G6 Does being “dead” mean we lack the ability to even call out to Jesus? How can Luke 15:22-24 help us understand? G7 Verse 8 | How do grace and faith work together to bring new life to someone? G8 To find out more about the book of Ephesians and its geographical and historical context, watch “Bible Backroads” - https://app.rightnowmedia.org/en/content/details/818148. Sign up for Rightnow Media free here: https://app.rightnowmedia.org/join/cornerstonewesleyanchurch Show S1 Are you alive in Christ or dead in your sin? How do you know? If you are alive, thank Jesus. In you are dead, call out to him.

20240303 LENT - Good Boundaries with God and Others (Ex. 20-1-17)

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: Exodus 20:1-17 The One Thing: Good boundaries with God and others. Know K1 What did God say to you through the service / message today? Grow G1 How do you see the 10 Commandments reflected in our society (think culture, legal system)? Where has post-modern Canada diverted from the 10 Commandments? G2 In what was is Jesus a better Noah? Abraham? Moses? What are some of the parallels between Moses’ life and Jesus’ lift? Do you think this was intentional in God’s mind? G3 Honor Your Father and Mother (Commandment 5): In what ways can modern society support the principles of this commandment, considering changing family structures and cultural dynamics? G4 You Shall Not Bear False Witness Against Your Neighbor (Commandment 9): In the age of social media and online communication, how can individuals uphold the spirit of this commandment when sharing information or expressing opinions about others? G5 If no one in their own strength cannot keep the 10 Commandments, why do you think they form the basis of Western democracy / civilization? G6 What part does the Holy Spirit play in helping us keep the 10 Commandments? Show S1 The Lord’s prayer says “Forgive my trespasses as I forgive those who trespass against me”. Consider the idea that God has set good and healthy boundaries between humans and God, and humans and humans. How have you trespassed or been trespassed against? Talk to God about it.

20240225 Lent - Falling Facedown Walking Faceup

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: Falling Facedown Walking Faceup Scripture: Genesis 17:1-7,15-16 Discussion Questions Know K1 Think of a time you have been awestruck? When and where did this happen? Grow G1 What is the significance of the Lord (YHWH) revealing himself to Abram as “God Almighty” (El Shaddai)? G2 Ask yourself how can I more intentionally fall face down in my worship? Can I meditate on the glory of God to the place where his glory CAUSES me to fall facedown? G3 How can I walk before God? Before the face of God? With the glory of his countenance upon me? G4 Genesis 17:1 God tells Abram to be blameless. The word “Tamim” is more often translated “whole”. How might living in the tension between facedown and faceup living lead to wholeness? G5 What does it look like in your current chapter of life for you to walk face-towards-God in faithfulness? G6 “Falling facedown” and “walking faceup” seem to be a paradox, a mystery, yet they are both part of a life of wholeness. How willing are you to get closer to the edge of the cliff? Show S1 Check out Matt Redman’s song “Facedown” on YouTube / Spotify. Find somewhere private and lie facedown as you listen to this song. Note your gut response / feelings as you do this.