All You Need To Know About Cornerstone
Cornerstone is an excited group of believers in Jesus Christ the Son of God who gave His life on the cross for the remission of our sins. Jesus freely offers forgiveness, salvation and eternal life to anyone who accepts it. Jesus said; I come that you may have life, and have it more abundantly. John 10:10. We believe the Bible is God’s instruction manual and the Holy Spirit is our Guide. Our focus is on worshiping God, growing in our relationship with Jesus and developing friendships with one another. When you visit us, you’ll find the atmosphere casual and friendly. We’re always happy to make new friends.
Leadership:
Our leadership team recognizes the authority of God, and realizes that we are shepherds who serve under the Chief Shepherd, Jesus Christ. We desire to devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the Word. Our passion and goal is to equip the believers for the work of the ministry until we all attain maturity in the fullness of Christ.
Pastor Chris Brown, Senior Pastor
I was born and raised in Southern Maryland. It was during my high school years that I made a commitment to Jesus Christ, while attending a revival on April 26, 1978 at my church. I began attending a Bible study in Southern Maryland and later became the teacher of that study when the leader and his family moved to England as missionaries.
After high school, I attended Prince Georges Community College where I earned my Associates Degree. During my years at the junior college, I worked at a Christian bookstore and played in a Christian music group. When I completed my Associates Degree, I moved to Fredericksburg, Virginia to complete my Bachelor’s Degree at the University of Mary Washington.
I have had the privilege of serving others in ministry and teaching God’s Word for over 30 years. I currently reside in South Stafford,
with my wife, Laura, and our three children, Olivia, Ethan, and Brett.
What we believe:
God’s Word – “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105; “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.” 2 Timothy 3:16-17
Faith – “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Hebrews 11:1
Love – “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16
Humor – “All the days of the afflicted are evil, But he who is of a merry heart has a continual feast.” Proverbs 15:15
God Led – “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters..” Psalms 23:1-2
Ministry – “…for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ,” Ephesians 4:12
Fellowship – “But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin.” 1 John 1:7
Missions – “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. Amen.” Matthew 28:19-20; But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” Acts 1:8
Prayer – “Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.” James 5:16
Steadfastness – “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.” 1 Corinthians 15:58
Witnessing – “But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” Acts 1:8
Worship – “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.” John 4:24; “Make a joyful shout to the LORD, all you lands! Serve the LORD with gladness; Come before His presence with singing.” Psalms 100:1-2
Acceptance – “For there is no partiality with God.” Romans 2:11
Commitment – “Commit your way to the LORD, Trust also in Him, And He shall bring it to pass..” Psalms 37:5
