Cornerstone Simi Audio Podcast The Beautiful Portrait of the Gospel
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Oct 24, 2010 Mike Mixon, Pastor of Cornerstone Church in Burbank, shares profound insights on Ephesians chapter one, exploring themes of grace, election, and redemption. He emphasizes the necessity of spiritual awakening and the hope found in deepening one’s faith. The conversation also confronts humanity’s dark truths, advocating for meaningful solutions to societal issues. Additionally, Mixon reflects on the journey of establishing a community-focused church in Burbank, promoting prayer and partnership as vital elements in strengthening local faith.
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Christ's Power In Believers
- Ephesians 1 highlights what believers have because they are in Christ, including spiritual blessings and resurrection power.
- This power, held by Christ at God's right hand, is funneled into the church to live empowered lives.
Depth of Deadness Before Christ
- Before Christ, humans were dead in sins, following the world's course and Satan's orders passionately.
- Sin's depth and complexity are vast, making spiritual blindness and death a universal reality without Christ.
Grace Makes Us Alive Now
- God's response to sinful humanity is mercy and grace, making believers alive with Christ and resurrecting them spiritually.
- Salvation is a present, powerful reality to be lived in, not just a future hope from wrath.