Cornerstone Church Kingston Podcast

As we continue our series in Matthew’s gospel, Tom Smith preaches from Matthew 22:23-33. In this passage we see the Sadducees try to trap Jesus with a question, Jesus’ amazing response using scripture to back it up, and what it means for us today.

Strange as it is for us to imagine, the early church sometimes drifted into worshipping angels instead of Christ. But Tom shows us in Hebrews 1:1 - 2:4 that the Son of God is so much greater than even the most magnificent angel. To which of today's inoffensive, nebulous, comfortable idols did God ever say, 'You are my Son'?

In this new series debut, Pete begins with the unknown writer's powerful opening in Hebrews 1: 1-4. The readers of this letter were in terrible danger of forgetting Christ, latching onto the old covenant with its laws and regulations. Why cling to the shadow when the reality is right there? Come back to Christ: the personal, final redeemer.

In this newest iteration of The Mix, Tom explores the idea of creation. What do we mean when we say "Creator God"? The God of creation is no cold architect from long ago who stepped back from His work, but a loving Father who sustains us every day. We were created to know and glorify Him right now.

As we continue our series in Matthew’s gospel, Pete preaches from Matthew 21:33-46. In this passage we see Jesus telling the Pharisees the parable of the tenants - we see Jesus’ remarkable story telling, his question to the Pharisees, their reply that condemns them, and what it all means for us today.

In this second look at the lesser-known prophet, Phil expounds upon the uncomfortable message of Malachi 1: 6-14. The people of Israel were bringing their sacrifices as they ought, but were their whole hearts fully committed? Or had they - as we often do - turned the worship of the Lord of Hosts into a banal, everyday drudgery? It's time to track down the other half of your heart.

Tom continues our series in Matthew’s gospel, preaching from Matthew 21:23-32. In this passage we see Jesus telling the Pharisees and teachers of the law the parable of the two sons - we see Jesus’ message to the Pharisees, the implications for them before God, and what it means for us today.

Time for a spiritual temperature check. How are you feeling? If Phil's look at God's people in Malachi 1: 1-5 is of any indication, it is easier to cool down than you might think. Let us not be so comfortable that we forget Him, nor so jaded that we miss His blessings. Those blessings are poured out upon you today - come and see how.

How is your hearing? Pete's look at Mark 7: 24 - 37 shows us an isolated man whose sense of sound has left him - and that is where Jesus meets him. Only Christ's compassion can open deaf ears, but we must also have a desire to use them. Can you hear him calling you?

As we continue our series in Matthew’s gospel, Rory preaches from Matthew 21:12-27. In this passage we see Jesus entering the temple courts, turning over tables and driving out everyone buying and selling, cursing a fig tree so that it never bears fruit again, and teaching in the temple courts. The Pharisees and teachers of the law are indignant - ‘who does he think he is!’ As Rory unpacks the Word of God to us, we see Jesus’ fulfilling of scripture, his love for his people, his ultimate authority, and what it all means for us today.

Here in Genesis 47: 27 - 48: 22, Tom shows us Jacob's life nearing its end. By most accounts, this former swindler's life was a mess, yet here he is facing death without fear. How did he reckon with his many mistakes? Where did he place his hope? The answer is the same for you as it was for him.

Dean continues our series in Matthew’s gospel, preaching from Matthew 21:1-11. In this passage we see Jesus coming into Jerusalem, to the scene of a somewhat unexpected welcome - we see Jesus’ total control over the situation, a rare glimmer of faith from the people, the statements made about who Jesus is, and what it all means for us today.

Have you been caught up in the world's view of self? Rory's look at Romans 11: 33 - 12: 21 presents a radically alternative world view: one where our worship and service is not turned inward, but outward toward the Church and upward toward Christ. We are one body with many gifts - so let us use them.

Pete continues our series in Matthew’s gospel, preaching from Matthew 20:29-34. In this passage we see Jesus’ interaction with two blind beggars, seemingly the most insignificant and worthless people amongst the huge crowd following Jesus. Yet their words and persistence reveal their understanding of who Jesus is, and Jesus responds to their cries of faith, calling them to himself and asking them the most important and penetrating question that we must all answer. As Pete unpacks this short but moving passage, we see that there is no greater thing to have and desire than Jesus Christ himself.

Are you thirsty? In this look at John 4: 1-38, Rory shows us one of the earliest conversations in Jesus' ministry: a Samaritan woman, lowly and rejected by society, comes to the well of Jacob for a drink of perishable water - and instead finds the inheritor of Jacob with the water of life. Come and meet him.

As we continue in our series in Matthew’s gospel, Chris preaches from Matthew 20:17-28. In this passage we see the outrageous request of James and John (through their mother!) to Jesus - we see Jesus’ amazing and humbling response, and Chris unpacks what it means for us today.

Tom continues to illustrate the trials of Jacob in Genesis 32, where we find a man on the cusp of change. Jacob uses God's personal name, meets Him face to face, and receives an injury stronger than any plan or power. As a man, he struggled with God - and learned to lean on him.

As we continue our series in Matthew’s gospel, Tom Smith preaches to us from Matthew 20:1-16. In this passage we see Jesus tell his disciples a parable about a landowner who brings in various people from the streets to work in his vineyard, some coming in the morning, some in the evening - but all receive the same pay! The ones who worked for longer grumbled, but Jesus’ next words are astounding. As Tom unpacks this section of God’s word, in light of the previous passage about the rich young man, we see Jesus’s generosity to all people, the true position of man before a Holy God, and what it all means for us today.

In Genesis 30: 25 - 31: 55, Tom shows us how twenty years of frustration and trickery finally boil over into Jacob's great escape: one that involves misplaced sheep, a dubious stick trick, and a very uncomfortable cushion. And through all this, the God of deliverance shines through. He will lead us home.

Phil continues our series in Matthew’s gospel, preaching from Matthew 19:16-30. In this parable we see a rich man ask Jesus what he must do to get eternal life - we see Jesus’ response to the man, the man’s reaction, and Jesus’ astonishing words for us today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8z_W8xdggQ