esus' encounter at the Pool of Bethesda reveals His heart for the broken and His purpose of offering relationship rather than rules. When Jesus healed a man disabled for 38 years on the Sabbath, He demonstrated that He seeks out those who cannot come to Him on their own. While religious leaders focused on rule-breaking, Jesus focused on transformation. This story teaches us to pursue Jesus relationally rather than through rule-keeping, to embrace our new life in Christ, and to intentionally pursue others with the same love Jesus shows us.

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In John's Gospel, the story of the royal official whose son was healed reveals essential components of genuine faith. This desperate father traveled 20 miles to find Jesus, demonstrating his belief even before seeing results. When Jesus told him 'Your son will live,' the official took Jesus at His word and departed—showing that true faith involves hearing, trusting, and obeying. The healing occurred at the exact moment Jesus spoke, proving His divine power works regardless of physical distance. This miracle transformed not only the official's faith but led his entire household to believe in Jesus, illustrating how faith grows through experiencing God's mercy and power in our lives.

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The Cornerstone Cast is a discipleship ministry of Cornerstone Church in Savoy, Illinois. The Cornerstone Cast is a discipleship ministry of Cornerstone Church and is not designed to replace your involvement in a local church; it is intended as an extra tool for growing closer to God.

At a wedding celebration in Cana of Galilee, Jesus performed his first recorded miracle by transforming water into fine wine. When the wine supply ran out, Mary approached Jesus for help, leading him to instruct servants to fill six large stone purification jars with water. Through his divine power, Jesus transformed approximately 120-180 gallons of water into premium wine. This miraculous act revealed his divine authority, demonstrated his power over natural elements, and led his disciples to deeper faith. The event served as a powerful demonstration of Jesus's ability to transform and make new, while foreshadowing his ultimate mission of salvation.

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The Cornerstone Cast is a discipleship ministry of Cornerstone Church in Savoy, Illinois. The Cornerstone Cast is a discipleship ministry of Cornerstone Church and is not designed to replace your involvement in a local church; it is intended as an extra tool for growing closer to God.

The Great Commission extends beyond global missions into our daily lives, grounded in Jesus' complete authority over heaven and earth. Through five key commands - go, make disciples, baptize, teach, and remember Jesus! Jesus provides a framework for sharing faith and helping others grow spiritually. This mission applies to everyone, from parents discipling their children to students navigating new environments. Our focus should always remain on intentionally sharing the gospel, walking alongside others in their faith journey, and consistently pointing people to Jesus while remembering His constant presence.

Jesus teaches that building a life on solid foundation means more than just hearing His Word - it requires active application. Like a house built on rock versus sand, our lives must be anchored in Christ to withstand life's storms. This involves putting complete trust in Jesus, allowing His teaching to transform our thinking, and responding to challenges through Biblical wisdom. Through practical steps like investing in relationships, inviting others into our lives, and igniting discipleship, we can build lives that stand firm through any trial.

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The Cornerstone Cast is a discipleship ministry of Cornerstone Church in Savoy, Illinois. The Cornerstone Cast is a discipleship ministry of Cornerstone Church and is not designed to replace your involvement in a local church; it is intended as an extra tool for growing closer to God.

Building a meaningful relationship with God requires three key actions: asking, actively seeking Him, and knocking on His door. Prayer serves as the foundation of this relationship, allowing us to bring any request before God with confidence. The Golden Rule teaches us to treat others as we wish to be treated, demonstrating God's love through both words and actions.

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The Cornerstone Cast is a discipleship ministry of Cornerstone Church in Savoy, Illinois. The Cornerstone Cast is a discipleship ministry of Cornerstone Church and is not designed to replace your involvement in a local church; it is intended as an extra tool for growing closer to God.

Jesus teaches that salvation comes only through Him, using the analogy of two gates - a wide one leading to destruction and a narrow one leading to life. True salvation requires more than just being a good person or performing religious activities; it demands a genuine relationship with Jesus and heart transformation. This transformation produces authentic spiritual fruit and reflects a life aligned with His teachings. The path to eternal life may be challenging, but it's the only way to find true salvation.

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The Cornerstone Cast is a discipleship ministry of Cornerstone Church in Savoy, Illinois. The Cornerstone Cast is a discipleship ministry of Cornerstone Church and is not designed to replace your involvement in a local church; it is intended as an extra tool for growing closer to God.

Pride creates significant barriers in our spiritual journey by separating us from God, ourselves, and others. When we judge others without examining ourselves first, we demonstrate a prideful heart that contradicts Jesus' example of humility. True kingdom living requires us to celebrate others' strengths, be honest about our own struggles, and view others as God's precious creation. By replacing pride with humility, we can better share God's love and build meaningful connections within our community.

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The Cornerstone Cast is a discipleship ministry of Cornerstone Church in Savoy, Illinois. The Cornerstone Cast is a discipleship ministry of Cornerstone Church and is not designed to replace your involvement in a local church; it is intended as an extra tool for growing closer to God.