If you’ve ever wondered how the message of Jesus went from a tiny sect in ancient Israel to a thriving and enduring global religion, Acts 10 holds the key. It’s one of the key turning points in the entire Bible. Before Acts 10, the good news about Jesus was primarily reaching people with Jewish backgrounds—those… Continue reading The Gospel is For EVERYONE
Years ago, I picked up a little book by John Stott called Why I Am a Christian. Early on in the book, I came across a line that I’ve never forgotten. Stott wrote, Why I am a Christian is due ultimately neither to the influence of my parents and teachers, nor to my own personal decision… Continue reading Jesus Pursues Us
Have you ever found yourself asking, "What's the point of all of this?" I am 37 years old. I have been a follower of Jesus most of my life. I grew up in church. And I don't mean our family went to church occasionally. I mean we basically lived there. At this point, I have… Continue reading It’s Not a Moving Target! (What Jesus wants from every Christian)
Making disciples and training leaders are two of the three things Jesus has called me to do with my life. At our church, we invite all of our staff, leaders, and volunteers to be a part of the Cornerstone Leadership Team (CLT). The CLT meets a couple times a year to connect all of our… Continue reading 64 books to help you follow Jesus better
If there was only one tool I could put in your hands to help you follow Jesus better, it would be a solid study Bible. When we take folks who are new to our church through Starting Point (which is the first meaningful opportunity to learn more about our church and get connected beyond merely… Continue reading 3 Study Bibles to consider (and why you should own one)
Joshua Wester 