LEADing

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Welcome to LEADing, a Cornerstone Podcast that helps us pursue our mission of Loving God, Equipping Believers, Answering God’s Call and Declaring the Good News.

  1. 2d ago

    How to Keep Going When You're Ready to Quit | Nehemiah 4:10-23

    When you're exhausted, discouraged, and wondering if it's worth continuing, Nehemiah 4 speaks directly to that moment.   The wall is only halfway built.   The people are tired.   The enemies are threatening.   Fear is spreading.   And everyone is wondering if they should just quit.   In this episode, we explore one of the most practical passages in the book of Nehemiah and discover how God helps His people keep going when they feel like giving up.   You'll learn: ✅ Why discouragement usually hits in the middle of the journey✅ How fear affects the way we see our circumstances✅ Why spiritual exhaustion is so dangerous✅ How community helps us fight battles we can't win alone✅ The connection between faith and wise action✅ How to stay faithful when progress feels slow   Whether you're struggling in your faith, your marriage, your family, your work, or a calling God has placed on your life, this conversation will help you find biblical perspective and practical encouragement.   Key Takeaway:"Don't let discouragement make a decision that faithfulness needs to make." Scripture Nehemiah 4:10-23   Questions for Reflection What area of your life are you tempted to quit on right now?Where has fear become louder than faith?What is one faithful step God wants you to take this week?  Connect With Us Cornerstone Church Long Beachhttps://cclb.org #Nehemiah #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #Faith #Discouragement #Hope #Perseverance #SpiritualGrowth #Leadership #ChristianLiving #OldTestament #Church #Jesus #HopeWhenItHurts #ChristianEncouragement

  2. Aug 31

    Why Progress Attracts Resistance

    Have you ever noticed that the moment you decide to make a positive change, opposition suddenly appears?You commit to your marriage. You begin reading Scripture again. You start serving. You take a step of faith. Then criticism, discouragement, doubt, and resistance seem louder than ever.In Nehemiah 4:1-9, the rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall is gaining momentum when opposition arrives. Yet the first attack isn't physical. It's criticism. Mockery. Doubt. Questions designed to discourage God's people from continuing the work He called them to do.In this episode, we explore:✅ Why criticism often increases when progress begins✅ How discouragement can distract us from God's calling✅ The questions the enemy loves to use against believers✅ Why Nehemiah responded with prayer instead of arguments✅ How to stay faithful when resistance shows up✅ Practical steps for rebuilding your faith, marriage, family, and character one brick at a timeOne of the most powerful statements in the chapter is incredibly simple:"So we built the wall."Nehemiah refused to let criticism determine his direction. Instead of obsessing over the critics, he kept his focus on God's assignment. The same principle applies today. You don't overcome criticism by winning every argument. You overcome criticism by remaining faithful to what God has called you to build.Key QuestionWhat wall are you building right now, and whose voice has the greatest influence over your progress?📖 Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-9🎙️ Cornerstone Church Long Beach#Nehemiah #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #Faith #ChristianLiving #SpiritualGrowth #Discouragement #Leadership #Prayer #Resilience #ChristianEncouragement #Nehemiah4 #Discipleship #CornerstoneChurch

  3. Aug 24

    Why Most People Never Make a Difference | Nehemiah 3

    Most people want to make a difference. Few people take responsibility for the opportunities God has already placed in front of them.   In this episode, we explore Nehemiah 3, a chapter that many readers skip because it appears to be a long list of names and construction assignments. Yet hidden inside this chapter is a powerful lesson about purpose, responsibility, teamwork, and faithful obedience. Nehemiah didn't rebuild Jerusalem's wall by himself. Ordinary people stepped up and took ownership of their section. One family. One gate. One assignment. One responsibility at a time. Together, they accomplished something remarkable. In this conversation you'll discover: ✅ Why ownership changes everything✅ How God often uses small acts of faithfulness to create lasting impact✅ Why purpose is usually found in responsibility, not convenience✅ The danger of waiting for "someone else" to step up✅ How to identify your section of the wall✅ Why your family, neighborhood, workplace, and friendships may be your greatest mission field Nehemiah 3 reminds us that God doesn't call most people to do everything. He calls each of us to faithfully do something. When God's people each take responsibility for their part, extraordinary things happen. Question for Reflection:"What responsibility has God placed in front of you that you've been avoiding?" 📖 Scripture: Nehemiah 3🎙️ Cornerstone Church Long Beach #Nehemiah #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #Purpose #Faithfulness #ChristianLeadership #Discipleship #ChristianLiving #SpiritualGrowth #Nehemiah3 #Leadership #ServingOthers #ChurchLeadership #Faith

  4. Aug 17

    God Wants To Rebuild This

    What if the area of your life you've learned to live with is the very thing God wants to rebuild?In Nehemiah 2:11-20, Nehemiah arrives in Jerusalem and finds a city living among ruins. Instead of rushing into action, he carefully examines the damage, seeks God's wisdom, and casts a vision for restoration. His example teaches us that rebuilding begins when we're willing to honestly face reality and trust God with the next step.In this episode, we discuss:Why some people stay stuck while others experience transformationThe danger of normalizing brokennessWhy prayer, reflection, and clarity must come before actionHow God uses burden and conviction to begin a work of restorationWhat to do when criticism and opposition show upHow to take the next faithful step toward rebuilding what matters mostNehemiah teaches us that rebuilding doesn't start with resources, talent, or a perfect plan. It starts with honesty, surrender, and a willingness to let God restore what has been neglected, damaged, or ignored.Question for Reflection:What area of your life have you learned to live with that God wants to rebuild?📖 Scripture: Nehemiah 2:11-20🎙️ Cornerstone Church Long Beach#Nehemiah #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #Faith #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianLiving #Restoration #Hope #Discipleship #ChristianLeadership #Nehemiah2 #CornerstoneChurch

  5. Aug 10

    The Scariest Part of Following God Isn't What You Think

    What is the scariest part of following God? Most people assume it's the sacrifice, the suffering, or the uncertainty. In Nehemiah 2:1-10, we discover that the hardest moment often comes long before any of those things. After months of prayer, Nehemiah finally stands before King Artaxerxes with a choice: Stay silent and stay comfortable. Or risk everything and step into what God has placed on his heart. His story reveals a truth that every believer faces:The greatest challenge isn't knowing God's will. It's having the courage to act on it. In this episode of the LEADing Podcast, we discuss:✅ Why fear often appears right before obedience✅ The difference between waiting on God and avoiding action✅ How prayer prepares us for courageous decisions✅ Why God-sized visions require God-sized faith✅ What happens when God opens a door of opportunity✅ How opposition often shows up the moment you move forward You'll learn:Why Nehemiah was afraid even after months of prayerHow God prepares people before He positions themThe danger of staying comfortable when God is calling you forwardWhy faith requires action, not just intentionHow to move forward when obedience feels riskyWhat to do when God's calling feels bigger than your confidence The scariest part of following God isn't what you think. It's often taking the first faithful step. Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-10

  6. Aug 3

    God Can't Rebuild What You Refuse to See

    What if the greatest obstacle to God's restoration isn't your brokenness—but your blindness?In this episode of the LEADing Podcast, we begin our new series through Nehemiah by exploring one of the most powerful stories of spiritual restoration in Scripture.When Nehemiah hears that Jerusalem's walls are in ruins, he doesn't ignore the problem, blame someone else, or immediately jump into action. He stops. He weeps. He fasts. He prays.His response reveals a timeless truth:God often opens our eyes before He uses our hands.Together we discuss:✅ Why God gives us burdens before He gives us assignments✅ How spiritual drift slowly becomes normal✅ Why prayer prepares us better than rushing into action✅ The surprising first step toward rebuilding broken relationships, faith, and purpose✅ How God's restoration begins with honest surrenderIf you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, spiritually dry, or unsure where to begin, Nehemiah reminds us that restoration starts by seeing what God wants to rebuild.In this episode you'll discover:Why brokenness often hides in plain sightThe danger of becoming comfortable with unhealthy patternsHow prayer changes our perspective before it changes our circumstancesWhy ownership is essential for lasting transformationThe hope found in God's promise to restore what seems impossibleNo matter how damaged life feels, God specializes in rebuilding lives that others believe are beyond repair.If this episode encouraged you, subscribe to the channel, share it with someone who needs hope today, and join us each week as we explore God's Word together.Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1–11

  7. Jul 27

    Why Most Christians Never Find Their Purpose | Acts 13:1-5

    Have you ever assumed that God's mission is for pastors, missionaries, or "more qualified" Christians? Acts 13 completely changes that perspective. In this episode of LEADing, we explore one of the most pivotal moments in the early church as the believers in Antioch worship, pray, fast, and listen to the Holy Spirit. Before Barnabas and Saul were ever sent out, there was a church that learned to seek God together. This passage reminds us that God's mission has never belonged to a select few. Every follower of Jesus has a role to play. Together we discuss:✅ Why God intentionally uses people with different backgrounds and gifts✅ How worship positions us to hear God's voice✅ Why listening to the Holy Spirit requires slowing down✅ What spiritual maturity really looks like✅ How ordinary believers participate in God's global mission✅ Practical ways to discover your role in God's Kingdom Whether you're wondering what your purpose is, struggling to hear God's direction, or simply trying to become more faithful where He's placed you, this conversation will encourage you to stop watching from the sidelines and step into God's mission. God isn't looking for perfect people. He's looking for available people. 📖 Scripture:Acts 13:1-5 🎙️ LEADing PodcastCornerstone Church Long Beach #Acts13 #HolySpirit #ChristianPurpose #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #Discipleship #Mission #ChurchLeadership #FollowingJesus

  8. Jun 22

    The Sin You're Hiding Is Keeping You Stuck

    Are you hiding something from God?   In this episode of LEADing, we explore one of the most challenging truths in Scripture: spiritual growth begins with honesty.   Looking at 1 John 1:5-10 and Matthew 5:14-16, we discuss why God calls believers to walk in the light, how confession keeps us connected to Him, and why following Jesus requires leaving darkness behind. We also explore Jesus' challenge to be visible witnesses in a world that often encourages us to keep our faith private.   Many Christians believe their greatest problem is failure. The Bible points to something deeper: hiding.   When sin stays hidden, growth stalls. When we bring our lives into the light, God meets us with forgiveness, cleansing, freedom, and transformation.   In this episode you'll learn: ✅ Why spiritual growth starts with honesty, not perfection✅ What it really means to walk in the light✅ Why confession is a pathway to freedom, not shame✅ How hidden sin impacts your relationship with God✅ What Jesus meant by "You are the light of the world"✅ Practical ways to live your faith visibly every day   Whether you've been following Christ for years or are exploring faith for the first time, this conversation will challenge you to stop hiding, start confessing, and let God's light shine through your life.   📖 Scriptures:1 John 1:5-10Matthew 5:14-16   🎙️ LEADing PodcastCornerstone Church Long Beach   #1John #Matthew5 #WalkInTheLight #ChristianPodcast #FaithInAction #BibleStudy #ChristianLiving #JesusChrist

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Welcome to LEADing, a Cornerstone Podcast that helps us pursue our mission of Loving God, Equipping Believers, Answering God’s Call and Declaring the Good News.

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  • Creator
    Cornerstone Chuch
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    77
  • Rating
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    © Cornerstone Chuch
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    LEADing