CCC Hoo Peninsula and Strood Sermons: Recent Episodes
CCC Hoo Sermons
Catch up with the latest teaching from the Hoo Peninsula and Strood Community of Cornerstone City Church, Medway.
We believe Christianity holds the truth to our purpose, and that Jesus has the power to transform lives. God loves us, Jesus died for us, the Spirit has been poured out on us.
Every week, we meet together to hear his truth preached from the Bible, and to experience his power, as we build one another up in faith, hope and love.
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Explore 'The Pharisees' through Mark 7:1-23, focusing on the true essence of purity. This episode unpacks Jesus’ challenge to the Pharisees about internal versus external cleanliness, urging us to reflect on what truly defiles a person in the eyes of God.
Discover 'Jesus Walks on the Water' in Mark 6:45-56, a testament to Jesus' divine command over nature. This episode explores how Jesus' miraculous walk on water reassures us of His omnipresence and ability to transcend the natural laws, inviting us to trust Him amidst life's turbulent seas.
Discover 'Jesus' Feeding of the Five Thousand' from Mark 6:30-44. This episode explores the importance of stepping away from daily busyness to rest, being grateful for God’s provisions, and trusting Him to amplify our gifts when we share generously. Learn how little becomes much in the hands of Christ.
Explore 'The Dangers of Nursing a Grudge' through the sobering account of John the Baptist's beheading in Mark 6:14-29. This episode examines how harboring grudges can lead to devastating, irreversible actions. Understand the critical importance of forgiveness and the perilous consequences of letting resentment fester in our hearts.
Discover 'Jesus Sends Out the Twelve' in Mark 6:6b-13, inspiring us to step out in faith and authority. This episode challenges believers to boldly proclaim the gospel and call for repentance, equipped with minimal provisions but maximal spiritual power. Embrace the call to action and witness the transformative impact of the Gospel in the world.
Explore 'A Prophet Without Honour' through Mark 6:1-6, Matthew 13:53-58, and Luke 4:16-30. This episode discusses Jesus's reception in His hometown and the challenge of unbelief. Learn how we, as God's children, can maintain faith and avoid taking offense when faced with adversity, trusting in God's plan over our expectations.
Dive into 'Jesus Raises a Dead Girl and Heals a Sick Woman' from Mark 5:21-43. This episode examines the miracles that unfold through faith, as shown by Jairus and the woman with the issue of blood. Just as Jesus acted with compassion and authority, we, too, are called to believe and emulate His works in our lives
Explore 'The Deliverance of a Demon-Possessed Man' from Mark 5:1-20, revealing the transformative power of God. This episode highlights how Jesus’ authority over demons mirrors the mighty power working within us as believers, empowering us to overcome life's profound challenges.
Discover 'Jesus Calms the Storm' from Mark 4:35-41, where Christ's power over nature reassures us of His mastery over life's turbulences. This episode delves into the profound peace Jesus brings, reminding us that with Him in our boat, we need not fear the fiercest storms.
Explore 'The Parable of the Mustard Seed' from Mark 4:26-29, paired with Romans 10:14-15, Hebrews 12:9 and 1 Peter 1:23-25, illustrating the kingdom of God's humble beginnings and exponential growth.
This episode reveals how, like the imperishable word of God, even the smallest faith can expand beyond measure, enduring forever.
Discover 'The Parable of the Growing Seed' in Mark 4:26-29, where Jesus illustrates the mysterious, gradual growth of the kingdom through our gospel outreach.
This episode encourages patience and faith in the unseen work of God, as every seed sown in His name holds the promise of eventual harvest.
This episode illuminates the importance of not hiding our faith, but rather shining it brightly to guide others and magnify the truth of the Gospel.
In this episode, Adam explores 'The Parable of the Sower' in Mark 4:1-20, highlighting our role in spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He discusses how it's not our eloquence but Christ’s power that nurtures the seeds we plant in the hearts of our listeners and hearers, leading them to discover Jesus for themselves.
Rod explores "Jesus' mother and brothers" through Mark 3:31-35 and 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, this episode delves into the true essence of family in Christ's eyes; and unpacks the radical redefinition of kinship bound not by blood but by love, mirroring the greatest love described in Corinthians.
In this episode, we navigate through Matthew 21:1-11 and 26:36-46, contrasting Jesus's celebrated entrance into Jerusalem with his agonising prayer in Gethsemane. We uncover the dramatic transition from joy to despair, illuminating the profound implications of these moments in faith's journey.
In this episode, Jim unpacks the profound lesson behind Jesus's miraculous curse and its implications for our faith and spiritual fruitfulness.
In this enlightening episode, Richard unpacks Colossians 1:9-14, where Paul's fervent prayers for the Colossians illuminate a path of living a life worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to Him.
We explore the richness of Paul's words, seeking the spiritual fruitfulness, growth in knowledge of God, and the strength to endure life's challenges with joyous thanksgiving.
Ephesians 3:14-21 invites us into a profound understanding of God's love and His original intention for us as His children, emphasizing the depth of our familial relationship with the Divine.
This passage beautifully articulates the prayer that we may be strengthened and deeply rooted in love, enabling Christ to dwell in our hearts. It is a call to recognize and experience the vast dimensions of Christ's love alongside our spiritual family, fostering a bond that transcends knowledge and fills us with the fullness of God.
This episode explores how our connection with God forms the ultimate family dynamic, where His boundless love and power work within us, doing immeasurably more than we could ever ask or imagine.
In the wake of challenges, Acts 4:23-31 serves as a powerful reminder of the strength found in communal faith and prayer. When Peter and John faced opposition, they didn't isolate but returned to their fellow believers, sharing their trials and uniting in prayer to God.
This passage illustrates the transformative power of collective supplication, encouraging us to share our deepest fears and challenges with our spiritual community. It highlights how vulnerability within our faith circles isn't a weakness but a conduit for God's power, enabling us to speak and act with unprecedented boldness.
In this enlightening episode, Rod:
- delves deep into the challenging moments of Mark 3:20-34, where Jesus faces accusations not just from the teachers of the law but also from His own family.
- opens up the complexities of leadership, the misunderstanding of one's mission, and the strength found in spiritual kinship over blood ties.
- uncovers the essence of forgiveness, redemption, and the unconditional love that defines the true meaning of family; through the transformative journey of the Prodigal Son, as recounted in Luke 15:11-32.
Whether you're navigating your own misunderstandings, seeking to understand the depth of Jesus' teachings, identifying with the prodigal son, the faithful brother, or the forgiving father, this episode provides valuable perspectives on faith, resilience, forgiveness, love, and the unshakeable bond of family as envisioned by God.
In a world filled with constant distractions and unforeseen challenges, it's easy to lose sight of our true path and purpose.
In this episode, Adam:
- uncovers the power of taking timeouts in our busy lives, just as Jesus did, to reconnect with our core values and regain our focus.
- delves into practical strategies on how to take a step back, reassess, and recharge our spiritual, mental, and emotional batteries.
Florence takes us on a transformative journey through the season of Advent, where anticipation meets enlightenment and hope intertwines with tradition. She unravels the profound significance of Advent, revealing its timeless lessons and guides us through a path of reflection, preparation, and joyful expectation.
The calling of Levi reflects the transformative power of divine grace, as Jesus extends his invitation to a tax collector, symbolizing societal outcasts. Levi's immediate response and willingness to follow Jesus exemplify the profound impact of spiritual renewal, emphasizing that no one is beyond the reach of redemption. This encounter embodies a radical message of inclusivity, highlighting Jesus' mission to heal and restore those marginalized by society, inspiring all to embrace the transformative call of divine love.
Jesus' healing of the paralytic demonstrates his compassion towards us, reminding us that if God could do it for the paralytic, he can do it for us.
The Passover meal, deliverance from slavery, atonement for sin, the horror of the cross, a new covenant, the presence of God, a heavenly feast, all held together in a ritual meal... This all together Sunday, Adam, one of our elders, teaches us about the Lord's Supper.
Jesus demonstrates the believer's authority by driving out an unclean spirit through His words. He does not rebuke the possessed man, but his oppressor, the unclean spirit and it came out. We can do likewise, if we believe.
In this episode, Joe encourages us to follow Jesus, so that He (Jesus) can use us to His glory in proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God.
In this episode, the first in our new series "The Gospel of Mark", Bola introduces the person of 'Mark' and his background. He also encourages us to review Mark's life and draw parallels for application in our own personal work with God.
Rod reminds us about the importance of the ministry of encouragement in the body of Christ; and challenges us to keep on encouraging one another, no matter what.
Jim reminds us about the unique calling of God on our individual lives, and encourages us to go to God if we don't yet know, and ask Him to reveal it to us.
In this final episode of our study of the book of Joshua, Taking Ground Series, Bola encourages us to take action by answering God's call on our lives.
In the second of two teaching slots this Sunday, Audrey urges us towards complete obedience to our Father God.
In the first of two teaching slots this Sunday, Bola shares some of his story, and encourages us on the basis of God's faithfulness to find our place in the church.
In this episode, Jim challenges us to put God's word first in our lives; live faithfully before God; quit idolatory and love God with all our heart.
In this episode, Rod encourages us to stay close to God and take time to understand one another.
Understanding your entitlement in God, in accordance with His will for your life and stepping into it with confidence.
Being confident in your entitlement as a child of God; and claiming God's promises, in accordance with His will.
40 days after he was raised from the dead, Jesus ascended into heaven.
J.I. Packer calls the ascension "part two (the Resurrection being part one) of Jesus' return from the depths of death to the height of glory... The fact that Jesus Christ is enthroned as master of the universe should be of enormous encouragement to all believers."
Adam helps us celebrate why the ascension is great news!
In this episode, Emma encourages us on taking the opportunity to look back at what God has done in our lives, and giving Him thanks for His faithfulness.
In this episode, Jim reminds us that the grace and mercy of God is sufficient to bring us out of difficult situations, even when the resulting consequences may have been self inflicted through our decisions.
In this episode, Jim reminds us that God has a plan and purpose for our individual lives, as His children.
In this episode, Adam reminds us about the power in God's name; he emphasises that God is concerned about His name and how we represent Him; and encourages us to live up to the family name of our God, as His children.
In this episode, Tom encourages us to put sin to death and trust the cross of Jesus Christ for victory in every area of our lives.
In this episode, Jim teaches on the consequences of sin in God's people; and reminds us that we can only take ground by letting God have his way in our lives, based on the finished work of Jesus Christ.
In this episode, Rod teaches on the instruction God gave to Joshua and the people of Israel, and their response to it. He illustrates how God's instructions are different from human strategies and reminds us that it's not about us but all about Him.
Tony encourages us to take ground in community together, as we prepare for this year's 40 days of prayer and fasting.
In this episode, Jim encourages us to circumcise our hearts to be in the right fellowship with God.
In this episode, Bola reminds us that Jesus is our main leader and encourages us to get to know him for ourselves, if we are to truly take grounds for the kingdom of God.
Jim begins a new series on Joshua. In this episode, he encourages us on taking ground in every area of our lives, as a people of God.