by Pastor Jake Jake Carver is the Lead Pastor of Cornerstone Baptist Church. He is married to Jamie and they have three beautiful children. An All-Too-Common Reality A Pastor stands before his congregation. The bad news that has weighed on his heart for days will now...
Understanding the Heart of the Gospel For many, the Cross is just a religious symbol—something worn as jewelry or displayed in churches. But the Cross is far more than that. It is the central event of human history, where God’s justice and mercy met in perfect...
Part 3 – How to Study the Bible as a Disciple We’ve established that Bible study is essential because it sanctifies us and transforms our lives. But how do we actually go about studying God’s Word effectively? Here are some foundational steps: 1. Start with Prayer...
The Debate In recent years, a debate has emerged regarding whether the name Yeshua is more correct than Jesus. Some claim that Yeshua is the true name of Christ and that Jesus is a later corruption meant to mislead believers. Others believe that “Yeshua”...
Part 2 – How God’s Word Transforms Us In Part 1, we saw that disciples must study the Bible because it is the means of our sanctification—our growth in holiness. But what does that process actually look like? Romans 12:2 gives us insight: “Do not be conformed to...
Part 1 – Why Must a Disciple Study the Bible? The Foundation of Discipleship If you’re a follower of Christ, you’ve probably heard how important it is to read and study the Bible. But have you ever stopped to ask why? Why is studying God’s Word essential to being a...
