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INAPPROPRIATE Really Was a Story of Grace

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I really enjoyed Sunday night’s INAPPROPRIATE event with Derek Chester-Browne. As the tag line said, it was a “story of grace” and it really lived up to its name.

Derek was honest and clear about where he has been and what God has done in his life. I knew he had been an ex drug-dealer, but I think it really struck home when he spoke about how he used to treat his family. I was moved by the incredible change that God did in this man’s heart and actions and was encouraged that in those things I struggle with, God can really change me too.

The fact that Derek isn’t all about self-motivation and self-power is fantastic. This is a story of grace, not a story of self-therapy. God really will save anyone who comes to him. I love how God spoke to Derek so clearly in the midst of all his shouting, anger and opinions. For God to tell a man to “shut and and listen” shows me that he really does communicate with us all personally. God goes looking for us. That is simply amazing.

Download Derek’s talk here and check out the photos at our Facebook page.

 

Rosebank has Launched!

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On Sunday we launched our new site, Cornerstone Church Rosebank at the Rosebank Scout Hall. It was a fantastic morning with lots of visitors and a great celebratory atmosphere. There were jumping castles for the kids and many people in the community indicated how happy they were that we’re now in Rosebank. One couple has even been waiting since December for the launch.

Here are some quotes from people that were there on Sunday:

“It was a great vibe; great response. I’m very excited about what’s going to happen there.” – Nick Wienand

“It was such a peaceful. joyful time, and there was lots of excitement in the air. Marcus preached from Luke 4 and it was fantastic. Jesus is led by the Spirit into the desert and then returns in the power of the Spirit and starts his ministry. It was raw Gospel and all about living Jesus to the world, overcoming the devil and living by the Spirit. Worship was also awesome!” – Waldo Kruger.

“Wow, it was packed. What an awesome vibe!” – Shannon Strydom

“It was great when a couple phoned me and told me how happy they were that something was happening in that community. We’re trying to be community focused with the scouts and partnering with them and we really want to make a positive influence in Rosebank. On Sunday it was very community orientated and that was really fantastic.” – Craig Herbert

“It was fantastic. Fun was had by all. Great worship time.” – Francois vd Merwe

Calling Life Groups to help

Now that the launch has happened, the real work begins. In order to keep a momentum at the site, we’re asking Life Groups to look at pulling through on Sunday mornings (9:30am) and committing to help for three or four weeks – to welcome people and support that community. The support is really needed and very much appreciated! Speak to Waldo or Craig for details. Check out the Rosebank page for address details etc.

Photos at Facebook.

Alpha South Side – 9 April

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Starting Tuesday 9 April, South Side will be running an Alpha course for 10 weeks at Warwick and Lindsey’s home (Brackendowns, Johannesburg South).

What is Alpha?

Alpha provides a space for people to ask real, honest questions about the Christian faith. The evening opens up with everyone sharing a meal after which a short talk on the Christian faith is given. After the talk, the time is open for discussion and questions around the subject are encouraged.

The talks revolve around Jesus, why he died, how he lived, and so forth. Through the ten week course those involved should leave with a good understanding of what Christianity is and a good idea on what they think about Jesus and whether they want to be a Christian or not.

Please RSVP for catering. Call 011-616-4073 or email info@www.cornerstonechurch.co.za.

Alpha: Explore Life’s Big Questions

When: 9 April – 18 June, 2013
Where: Warwick and Lindsey’s home, Brackendowns, JHB South
Cost: None

RSVP for catering to 011-616-4073 or email info@www.cornerstonechurch.co.za

Cornerstone Church 30th Birthday Bash

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It’s our 30th Birthday bash this week! The festivities are kicking off from Wednesday until Sunday. Here’s how the week will look:

Wednesday – 6pm at Bedfordview
Click here for a map to Bedfordview

  • An evening of prayer and thanksgiving at Bedfordview. Jim Lamont and Leon van Daele will be with us during our prayer time.

Thursday – 7pm at Uptown
Click here for a map to Uptown

  • We’ll not just be celebrating our birthday but also the opening of the new Uptown venue.

Friday – 6pm at Bedfordview
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  • Dress in black & white
  • Festivities for the kids. (No Fun Fridays.)
  • Food on sale.
  • Ukwakha Isizwe will launch its recipe book, Food, Friends and Faraway Places. It costs R250.
  • Please use the bottom parking.

Sunday – All Sites Celebration at Bedfordview – 9am
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  • Jim and Leon will be preaching.
  • The kids will join us.
  • Bring and picnic afterwards. Please bring your own chairs, blankets, etc.
  • Braai fires will be made available.

We’re looking forward to a fantastic week together! We thank God for everything he has done, everything he is doing, everything he will do and for our friendships in and out of Cornerstone.

Cornerstone Church 30th Birthday

Wednesday, 6 – Sunday, 10 March 2013
For more details: info@www.cornerstonechurch.co.za; 011 616 4073

Key Women – 5 March

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March’s Key Women is happening on Tuesday, 5 March as we continue the Living Beyond Yourself – Fruit of the Spirit series. Colette Meeske will be sharing on ‘Joy’.

Key Women
Living Beyond Yourself – The Fruit of the Spirit: Joy
When: Tuesday, 5 March
Where: Cornerstone Church Bedfordview
Time: 8:30am at Bedfordview Side Hall

Cornerstone Squash Day

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Fancy a game of squash? Come through on Saturday, 16 March at 2pm for the Cornerstone Squash Day. It costs R10 per player and will be taking place at the Winchester Hills Sports Club. Contact info to register.

Cornerstone Squash Day
Saturday, 16 March
At Winchester Hills Sports Club
Time: 2pm
Register by contacting: info@www.cornerstonechurch.co.za; 011-616-4073

Click here for a map to the Winchester Hills Sports Club.

The Exchange (1 March)

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Hidden Treasures

Finding the Treasure in Times of Temptation
with André Botha
This Friday is The Exchange as we continue with our new series, Hidden Treasures. André Botha will be adressing the topic, Finding the Treasure in Times of Temptation.

What does temptation mean? What does it look like? How does the world define it and how does God define it? How should we respond when it comes? These are some of the questions André will be talking about on Friday.

You can also now download Casper Versluis’ talk at last month’s Exchange, Finding Confidence in Confusion, here.

The Exchange

Friday, 1 February
At Cornerstone Church Bedfordview
6:00am: Coffee
6:30am: Prompt Start
Followed by a delicious breakfast

INAPPROPRIATE

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Derek Chester-Browne has a powerful testimony. An ex-drug dealer and addict, he isn’t a model for self-motivation or self-improvement, but a man who truly understands what grace means. How does God take a druggie and make him a leader in the church? Why was he welcomed into the church in the first place? How – and why – does God take all things and turn them for good?

At INAPPROPRIATE we’ll get to hear his honest story. We’ll also get to enjoy some great music over dinner and snacks in a cafe-styled evening at Cornerstone Bedfordview. Be warned, however, your conceptions of what ‘church’ should be will be challenged.

INAPPROPRIATE: A Story of Grace
Sunday, 17 March
At Cornerstone Church Bedfordview
Time: 6pm
Email: info@www.cornerstonechurch.co.za
Phone: 011-616-4073

Click here for a map to Cornerstone Church Bedfordview

Cornerstone Church Equip South Africa 2013

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Equip South Africa 2013 is running from 1-3 May at Cornerstone Church in Johannesburg.

The music in this video is used with the permission of the artist Brett Detar. http://www.brettdetar.com/

Key Women Kicks off its Fruit of the Spirit Series

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by Justine Engelbrecht

Key Women is all about being inspired by the amazing team of Cornerstone women, and on the 5th of February they welcomed everyone with red velvet cupcakes, mini quiche and delicious coffee – the perfect way to celebrate and fellowship in the month of love.

The theme for 2013 is the Fruit of the Spirit and we’re being encouraged to examine ourselves and ask the question – is the Fruit of the Spirit growing in our lives?

The Fruits of the Spirit are:

Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, Self-Control

Adele shared with us the First Fruit which is Love. Here is some of what was shared:

1 Corinthians 13:1

If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging symbol.

Words are meaningless without Love.

If I have the gift of the prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but have not love, I am nothing.

Without Love we cannot have the other Fruits of the Spirit.

If I give all I possess to the poor and surrender my body to the flames, but have not love, I gain nothing.

Fill your heart with Love, with Love we can do so much.

Love is patient, Love is kind, it does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.

These are the characteristics of Agape Love:

Love is Patient (not irritable or resentful)

Love is Kind (making yourself useful)

Not being jealous (we must rejoice when others are blessed)

Love does not boast (boasting can make other people feel bad about themselves and what they have). We are only to “Boast in the Lord” – Give Glory to the Lord.

Love is not Proud (Obiadiah Vs 3 – “The pride of your heart has deceived you, you who live in the clefts of the rocks, and make your home on the heights, you who say to yourself ‘who can bring me down to the ground?“)

Love is not rude, Love is not self-seeking, Love is not easily angered.

Psalm 145 vs 8 – The Lord is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love. (We cannot be rich in Love if we have anger).

Proverbs – Fall in love with the word of God.

Proverbs 15 Vs 1 – A soft answer stirs away wrath

Love keeps no record of wrongs. (Once we forgive we must ask God to help us forget)

Speak the Truth – I Peter Ch 4 Vs 8 – love covers a multitude of sins.

Love always protects (Never expose the faults of others, Do not believe wrong of each other.)

Love always Trusts (Do not block yourself off from other people, because you have been hurt in the past.)

Love always hopes (Always expect the best)

Love always perseveres (Hang in there, run the race to the end, enjoy the season you are in.)

Love never fails (Love is not in vain.)

John 13:34, “A new commandment – “Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”

God gives us the ability to love!

The Next Key Women will be on 5 March at 8:30am. The topic will be Joy. Looking forward to seeing you there!