Cornerstone Baptist Church - Cornwall Sermons

Join us this Advent season as we journey to the heart of Christmas through the timeless hymns we know and love. Pastor Phil will lead us in a special series, "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" exploring the profound theology and deep longing embedded within these familiar songs.This week, we embrace the victorious and universal declaration, "Joy to the World." Moving from last week's announcement of the Incarnation, this message will explore the cosmic scope of a carol that celebrates Christ's mission to heal and restore. Together, we'll discover how this hymn of triumph proclaims the revolutionary truth that Jesus came to reverse the curse of sin, bringing redemption, healing, and joy to every corner of our lives and our world.Prepare your heart for Christmas by rediscovering the story of hope, peace, joy, and love—sung for generations, and waiting to transform our lives today.

Advent Series: O come, O come, EmmanuelJoin us this Advent season as we journey to the heart of Christmas through the timeless hymns we know and love. Pastor Phil will lead us in a special series, "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" exploring the profound theology and deep longing embedded within these familiar songs.This week, we turn to the triumphant and jubilant proclamation, "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing."Building on last week's theme of expectant prayer, this message will delve into the explosive joy and dense theology of a carol that announces the fulfilled promise. Together, we'll explore how this hymn of celebration captures the glorious truth of the Incarnation—God with us—and what it means to join the angelic chorus in proclaiming "glory to the newborn King."Prepare your heart for Christmas by rediscovering the story of hope, peace, joy, and love—sung for generations, and waiting to transform our lives today.

Advent Series: O come, O come, Emmanuel Join us this Advent season as we journey to the heart of Christmas through the timeless hymns we know and love. Pastor Phil will lead us in a special series, "The Carols of Christmas," exploring the profound theology and deep longing embedded within these familiar songs.We begin with the ancient and hauntingly beautiful plea, "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel." This opening message will unpack the rich history and prophetic power of a carol that captures the raw hope of a world waiting in darkness. Together, we'll discover how this prayerful hymn speaks to our own longing for God's presence, setting the tone for a season of expectant waiting and joyful celebration of Christ's coming.Prepare your heart for Christmas by rediscovering the story of hope, peace, joy, and love—sung for generations, and waiting to transform our lives today.

Parent to Child (Part 2 - Minister Against The Curse)

Parent to Child (Part 1 - As In God, So In Us)

Our relationship with God changes how we date and how we relate to our In-laws (The New Families That Are Formed)

Our relationship with God should change the way we relate to our bosses and our employees

Who are our Neighbours and how do we treat them?

John 15:12-15"12 My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. 13 Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends. 14 You are my friends if you do what I command. 15 I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master's business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father, I have made known to you."

Husband & Wife (Part 2 - Minister Against The Curse)Pastor Phil continues our series on how God shapes our relationships. Join us as he delves into Genesis 3 to uncover the origins of broken relationships and God's plan for restoration.

Husband & Wife (Part 1 - As In God, So In Us)

Your Relationships Tell A Story About Your Relationship With God

Kick off our new sermon series, "God Shaped Relationships," Pastor Phil lays down the foundation by uncovering the truth: your view of God directly shapes how you view and treat everyone else. Discover how what you believe about God's character—His love, grace, and forgiveness—is the ultimate blueprint for building healthy, lasting, and fulfilling relationships. Join us and learn how to build connections that are shaped by truth.

This week, Pastor Phil provides biblical answers to questions that were sent to him over the summer.

Pastor Phil concludes our Summer Object Lessons by uncovering Jesus' teaching on the Kingdom of God. It's like finding hidden treasure—so priceless you'd joyfully give up anything to have it. What is this treasure, and how do we find it?Matthew 13:44-46The Parables of the Hidden Treasure and the Pearl44 “The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field.45 “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. 46 When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it.

Joel Ninaber reflects on Mark 10, challenging our understanding of what true greatness really means.Mark 10:37-4535 Then James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came to him. “Teacher,” they said, “we want you to do for us whatever we ask.” 36 “What do you want me to do for you?” he asked. 37 They replied, “Let one of us sit at your right and the other at your left in your glory.” 38 “You don't know what you are asking,” Jesus said. “Can you drink the cup I drink or be baptized with the baptism I am baptized with?” 39 “We can,” they answered. Jesus said to them, “You will drink the cup I drink and be baptized with the baptism I am baptized with,  40 but to sit at my right or left is not for me to grant. These places belong to those for whom they have been prepared.” 41 When the ten heard about this, they became indignant with James and John. 42 Jesus called them together and said, “You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them.  43 Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant,  44 and whoever wants to be first must be slave of all.  45 For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

This week, Pastor Hannah shares from Ezekiel 37:1–14, exploring the valley of dry bones and asking a powerful question: How is our hope?

Guest speaker Caden Bryant joins us to share from Matthew 5:38–48, challenging us to reflect on what it truly means to love our enemies. Who is the enemy we're called to love—and are we genuinely hoping for the best in their lives?

Pastor Phil shares from Luke 5:37–39, teaching that while we all begin under the old wineskin of the law, a new life—full of grace and transformation—is available to us through the new wineskin of Christ.

Join us for Week 4 of our Object Lessons summer series as special guest Evan Judson dives deep into one of the Bible's most powerful metaphors—the Word of God as a double-edged sword.

Episode 3: Lessons from the Fig TreeJoin Pastor Phil in this third installment of our Object Lessons summer series as he examines Jesus' teaching from Mark 11:12-21. Through the vivid illustration of the fig tree - a symbol of both judgment and spiritual vitality - we'll discover what Jesus wants to teach us about genuine faith, spiritual fruitfulness, and God's expectations for His people.

Episode 2: Jesus' Object Lesson in John 11In this week's episode of Object Lessons, guest speaker Christopher Higdon explores: Jesus' object lesson in John 11. Through the story of Lazarus, Jesus reveals deep truths about His power, God's timing, and the hope we have in Him—even in life's darkest moments.

Summer Sermon Series: Object LessonsThis week, Pastor Phil begins our summer series, Object Lessons, exploring how we are protected from the evil one. Drawing from John 17:21-23, we'll discuss how just as Jesus is in the Father and they are one, His Holy Spirit lives in us—uniting, guarding, and sustaining believers.Join us as we unpack this truth and more throughout the series.

Laodicea| Rev. 3:14-22

Philadelphia | Rev. 3:7-13

Sardis | Rev. 3:1-6

Thyatira | Rev. 2:18-29

Pergamum | Rev. 2:12-17

Smyrna I Rev. 2:8-11

Ephesus | Rev. 2:1-7

Matthew 28:6He isn't here! He is risen from the dead, just as he said would happen. Come, see where his body was lying.

John 19:30When Jesus had tasted it, he said, “It is finished!” Then he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.

"My God, My God"Matthew 27:46At about three o'clock, Jesus called out with a loud voice, “Eli, Eliema sabachthani?” which means “My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?”

"Father, Forgive Them"Luke 23:34Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” And they divided up his clothes by casting lots.

Pastor Phil begins our Easter Series "Cries from the Cross"Luke 23:39-43One of the criminals who hung there hurled insults at him: “Aren't you the Messiah? Save yourself and us!” But the other criminal rebuked him. “Don't you fear God,” he said, “since you are under the same sentence? We are punished justly, for we are getting what our deeds deserve. But this man has done nothing wrong.” Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.”  Jesus answered him, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.”

Pastor Mike kicks off our two-week mini-series on GivingMatthew 6:2So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honoured by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full.

Pastor Phil concludes the series on Giving2 Corinthians 9:6-8Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.

Pastor Phil ends our Longings series talking about the Afterlife

Pastor Phil reflects on humanity's universal longing for truth amidst societal deception; he explores the inherent struggle between this desire and moral failure rooted in sin. By illustrating the transformative nature of Jesus Christ as the embodiment of truth and the ultimate source of hope reaffirming the significance of discerning divine guidance, inspired by Christ's teachings and resurrection, for navigating life's challenges.

Pastor Phil links the biblical narrative of humanity's fall from grace to our current misunderstandings of freedom, stressing that true liberation is found only through adherence to Jesus' teachings and the guidance of the Holy Spirit

Pastor Phil explores the intrinsic human need for love, suggesting it stems from being created in God's image, while also acknowledging the struggles individuals face in giving and receiving love amid a culture that often simplifies it to mere emotion. The speaker ultimately presents Jesus Christ as the embodiment of true love , emphasizing selflessness and sacrifice as the foundation for healthy, enduring relationships.

Pastor Phil talks and examines the interplay between beauty and ugliness, discussing how humanity's sinful nature has distorted the inherent beauty of creation, while the resurrection of Jesus is presented as a transformative solution that promises renewal and ultimate beauty in the envisioned New Jerusalem. The message culminates in encouraging believers to reflect God's glory in their lives through acts of creativity and kindness.

Pastor Phil explores the theme of power within relationships and workplaces, emphasizing that true strength is found in serving and honoring others rather than asserting dominance. He reference examples from marriage, parenting, and professional contexts, urging people to adopt a Christ-like attitude of humility and service, reflective of Jesus' teachings on self-sacrifice and justice. We have an omnipotent God who loves us and gave His life for us, our lives should reflect this character.

Pastor Phil continues our Longing Series with a message this week focused on the theme of Justice.

Pastor Phil kicks off 2025 with an exciting new sermon series titled "Longings." In the first message, he sets the stage for the series by exploring the theme of morality, delving into how our innate sense of right and wrong reflects deeper spiritual truths and desires.

Pastor Phil begins the new year with an inspiring message on substitutionary atonement, unpacking how Jesus' sacrifice on the cross paid the penalty for our sins, offering us forgiveness, righteousness, and a restored relationship with God.

Pastor Phil emphasizes the profound importance of taking intentional pauses in our busy lives to reflect on God's goodness and provision. In a world that often moves too quickly, he reminds us to slow down, to create space for gratitude, and to recognize the countless ways in which God has provided for us. These moments of reflection allow us to praise Him not only for our material blessings, but also for His presence, guidance, and faithfulness throughout every season of life. Pastor Phil encourages us to adopt a heart of worship in these pauses, acknowledging that God's provision is not just in the big, visible moments, but also in the quiet, everyday blessings that often go unnoticed. Through reflection and praise, we are reminded of His unfailing love and sovereignty, which continually sustains us.

John 8:12 When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life."

John 10:11-13 "I am the Good Shepherd"

John 11:1-26 The Death of Lazarus 11 Now a man named Lazarus was sick. He was from Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. 2 (This Mary, whose brother Lazarus now lay sick, was the same one who poured perfume on the Lord and wiped his feet with her hair.) 3 So the sisters sent word to Jesus, “Lord, the one you love is sick.” 4 When he heard this, Jesus said, “This sickness will not end in death. No, it is for God's glory so that God's Son may be glorified through it.” 5 Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. 6 So when he heard that Lazarus was sick, he stayed where he was two more days,7 and then he said to his disciples, “Let us go back to Judea.” 8 “But Rabbi,” they said, “a short while ago the Jews there tried to stone you, and yet you are going back?” 9 Jesus answered, “Are there not twelve hours of daylight? Anyone who walks in the daytime will not stumble, for they see by this world's light. 10 It is when a person walks at night that they stumble, for they have no light.” 11 After he had said this, he went on to tell them, “Our friend Lazarus has fallen asleep; but I am going there to wake him up.” 12 His disciples replied, “Lord, if he sleeps, he will get better.” 13 Jesus had been speaking of his death, but his disciples thought he meant natural sleep. 14 So then he told them plainly, “Lazarus is dead, 15 and for your sake I am glad I was not there, so that you may believe. But let us go to him.” 16 Then Thomas (also known as Didymus[a]) said to the rest of the disciples, “Let us also go, that we may die with him.” 17 On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. 18 Now Bethany was less than two miles[b] from Jerusalem, 19 and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their brother. 20 When Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she went out to meet him, but Mary stayed at home. 21 “Lord,” Martha said to Jesus, “if you had been here, my brother would not have died. 22 But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask.” 23 Jesus said to her, “Your brother will rise again.” 24 Martha answered, “I know he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.” 25 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; 26 and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?”