Dear Cornerstone Family,
We all have a story to tell when we come to know the love and mercy found in Jesus Christ. Jesus sets us free from guilt and shame. He sets us free from the pressure of trying to earn our salvation but always coming up short. This is freedom’s story.
A testimony doesn’t need to be long. It is simply our story of how we placed our trust in Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection for your salvation. It is our story of knowing Jesus and how God’s grace and mercy are making a difference in us.
The Apostle Paul shares his freedom story in 1 Timothy 1:12-16 (NIV). He said, “I thank Christ Jesus, our Lord, who has given me strength, that He considered me faithful, appointing me to His service. Even though I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and a violent man, I was shown mercy because I acted in ignorance and unbelief. The grace of our Lord was poured out on me abundantly, along with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners–of whom I am the worst. But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his unlimited patience as an example for those who would believe on him and receive eternal life.”
Sometimes our faith begins by learning from our parents or grandparents and then becomes our personal faith. Sometimes our faith begins from a dramatic experience like Paul. How did you your faith begin?
Join us this Sunday as we continue our eight-week study in the book of Galatians on how Christ has set us free!
Following Jesus,
Pastor Ed Turley
Cornerstone Church of Poway
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Single Moms Life Group:
Are you a single mom (or functioning as a single mom due to deployment, separation, etc.) wanting to connect with other single moms to support and help each other grow spiritually and learn how to raise healthy children? Join our life group that will be meeting at Cornerstone the 2nd & 4th Fridays of every month, 6-7:30 pm in the Lounge, beginning August 9. Co-leaders: Beatrice Morales (619)247-8645 and Karina Magana (619)546-2913.
Family Beach Day:
Join us for another Family Beach Day this Sunday, Aug. 11, from 1-8 pm! We will be at Silver Strand State Beach by Lifeguard Tower 4. Parking is $12 a vehicle. We will be doing baptisms again in the ocean, barbecue, volleyball, s’mores, and a bonfire at sunset! Hamburgers and hot dogs will be provided; please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Everyone is welcome. Let’s have some summer fun and make some new friends! If you would like to be baptized in the ocean, please contact the church office at 858-748-2327 or see Pastor Ed on Sunday. (Baptism at 5:00/Dinner 5:30)
Men’s Retreat:
Guys, want to get away? Need to relax? Want to grow spiritually? Men’s Retreat is coming up Sept. 13-15, at Thousand Pines. There will be fellowship time and activities such as hiking, biking, paintball, ziplining, archery, rock wall, etc. Go relax, have some fun, and enjoy some great meals! Invite a friend too. Cost $195 (cabins with full baths). Scholarships available. Register now! See Jim Ellington at the table in the courtyard, call or email: (858)208-6528 rvrmn@cox.net.
Marriage Conference:
This year’s Marriage Conference, featuring nationally acclaimed speakers Bill & Pam Farrel, will be held October 4 & 5 here at Cornerstone (6-9 pm Friday & 8 am – 12 pm Saturday). You won’t want to miss it! Cost: $129 per couple ($109 Early Bird paid before Sept. 1) includes all materials and meals. Please sign up on your connection card Sunday at church or with Pastor Ed.
You can pay by check or online at: https://www.cornerstonepoway.com/give/
