Cornerstone Church Bridlington

18/10/2026

Join us for our next Wednesday Bible Study!

📖 Study: Ai — Joshua 7:1–8:29
🗓️ Date: Wednesday 21st October

We'll be exploring this powerful passage on sin, consequences, repentance, and God's faithfulness as Israel learns to trust Him again after defeat. A rich text with plenty to ponder and discuss together.

☕ Refreshments: Available from 10:00 am
📚 Bible Study: 10:30 am – 11:30 am

All are welcome — whether you're new to Bible study or have been attending for years. Handouts will be provided.

Come and settle in for an hour of fellowship, reflection, and discovery of God's Word together. We'd love to see you there!

18/10/2026

Community Coffee Morning ☕

🗓️ Tuesday 10th October 🕙 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Pop in at any time — stay for five minutes or the full hour, whatever suits you! Tea, coffee, and friendly chat in a relaxed setting.

Open to all — you don't need to be a church member, just come along and enjoy some warm company and conversation. Whether you're on your own, meeting friends, or bringing someone along, everyone is very welcome.

We look forward to seeing you there!

17/10/2026

2 Peter 3:9 ( Saturday 17th Oct )
The Lord is not slow to fulfil his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance.

We sometimes find it difficult to wait for God to fulfil His promises. We look at the world around us, see suffering and injustice, and wonder why the Lord has not yet brought all things to their appointed end. But Peter reminds us that what may appear to us as delay is actually an expression of God's patience and mercy.
God's patience gives people time to turn from sin and come to Him through Jesus Christ. He does not take pleasure in the destruction of the wicked, but desires that people should repent and receive His salvation. Every new day is an opportunity to respond to His grace, to draw nearer to Him, and to share the good news of Christ with others.
This verse also encourages us not to lose heart as we wait for the Lord's return. His promises have not failed, and His timing is perfect. Let us use the time He gives us wisely, living faithfully, praying for those who do not yet know Him, and showing others the patience and love that He has shown to us.
Short prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your patience, mercy, and faithfulness. Forgive us when we become impatient or doubt Your promises. Help us to live faithfully while we wait for the return of our Lord Jesus Christ, and give us a heart that longs to see others come to repentance and salvation. In Jesus' precious name, Amen.

16/10/2026

SUNDAY IS COMING!
Come and join us. Our Sunday service starts at 10.45am. Stay afterwards for refreshments and a chat. All ages welcome, facilities for children. www.cornerstonechurchbrid.co.uk

16/10/2026

Hebrews 10:23 ( Friday 16th Oct )
Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful.

The Christian life is a journey of faith, and there will be times when that journey is difficult. We may face disappointment, unanswered prayers, personal struggles or circumstances that cause us to question what lies ahead. At such times, it can be tempting to lose heart and allow our confidence to weaken.
But notice where this verse directs our attention. It does not tell us to hold fast because we are strong, or because our circumstances are always favourable. It tells us to hold fast because God is faithful.
Our hope rests not upon our ability to understand everything that happens, but upon the unchanging character of the One who has promised. God has demonstrated His faithfulness throughout Scripture, and supremely through Jesus Christ, who gave His life for us and rose again. Because Christ lives, our hope of forgiveness, eternal life and the fulfilment of God's promises is secure.
To hold fast without wavering does not mean that we will never experience doubts or fears. It means that, even when those feelings arise, we continue to turn towards the Lord and trust in His Word. Our faith may feel weak at times, but the faithfulness of God never becomes weak.
Perhaps you are waiting for an answer to prayer or facing a situation you cannot resolve. Let this verse encourage you today. Keep praying, keep trusting, and keep walking with Christ. You may not know how everything will work out, but you can know the One who holds your future.
Our hope is secure because the One who promised is faithful.
Short prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You that Your promises are sure and Your faithfulness never fails. When doubts arise or circumstances become difficult, help me to hold firmly to the hope I have in Jesus Christ. Strengthen my faith when I feel weak, give me patience while I wait, and remind me that I can trust You even when I cannot see the way ahead. May my life reflect a steadfast confidence in Your unfailing love. In Jesus' name, Amen.

15/10/2026

Psalm 116:15 ( Thursday 15th October )
Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.

At first, these words may seem difficult to understand. How can death, with all its sorrow and pain, be precious in God's sight?
The word precious speaks of something of great value. God does not regard the death of one of His people as an insignificant event. Every life matters to Him, and the passing of one of His children is never overlooked by their heavenly Father.
In the context of Psalm 116, the psalmist is celebrating God's deliverance and steadfast care. This verse reminds us that the Lord places great value on His people. Their lives belong to Him, and even in death they are not forgotten or abandoned.
For Christians, this promise shines with the hope we have through Jesus Christ. Death is a painful reality, and the loss of someone we love can leave a deep emptiness. Yet death does not have the final word. Jesus died and rose again, and He promises eternal life to those who belong to Him.
What comfort it is to know that when a believer dies, they pass from this earthly life into the care of the Lord they have trusted. We may grieve deeply, but we do not grieve without hope. The God who has watched over His people throughout their lives does not cease to care for them at death.
This verse also encourages us to value life today. Every day we have is an opportunity to love God, serve others and share the good news of Jesus. Our lives are precious to Him, and our eternal hope rests in His faithful hands.
Short prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You that Your people are precious in Your sight. Comfort those who mourn the loss of loved ones, and remind them of the hope we have through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Help us to live faithfully while we have breath, trusting You in life and in death. May we rest in the assurance that nothing can separate those who belong to Christ from Your everlasting love. In Jesus' name, Amen.

14/10/2026

Psalm 139:1 ( Wednesday 14th Oct )
O LORD, you have searched me and known me!

David begins Psalm 139 with these remarkable words: “O LORD, you have searched me and known me!”
We spend much of our lives trying to understand ourselves and hoping that others will understand us too. Sometimes people see only the outward appearance; they may misunderstand our words, overlook our struggles or fail to recognise what is happening in our hearts. But God is different. He knows us completely.
He knows our thoughts before we express them, our worries before we speak of them, and our deepest desires even when we struggle to put them into words. Nothing about us is hidden from Him.
This truth can feel searching, because God sees our failures as well as our good intentions. We cannot pretend to be something we are not before Him. Yet it is also wonderfully reassuring. The God who knows every weakness, every disappointment and every hidden sorrow invites us to come to Him honestly.
We do not need to impress Him or hide behind a mask. Through Jesus Christ, we can approach our heavenly Father with confidence, knowing that His knowledge of us is joined with His mercy and grace.
Today, remember that you are fully known by God and never overlooked by Him. When you feel misunderstood or alone, take comfort in the One who understands you better than you understand yourself. Let His searching light reveal anything that needs to change, and let His faithful love give you peace.
Short prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You that You have searched me and know me completely. You understand my thoughts, my fears, my joys and my struggles. Help me to be honest before You, willing to receive Your correction and confident in Your mercy. Search my heart, lead me in Your ways, and help me to rest in the wonderful truth that I am fully known and loved by You. In Jesus' name, Amen

13/10/2026

Proverbs 2:1,5 ( Tuesday 13th October )
My son, if you receive my words and treasure up my commandments with you, then you will understand the fear of the LORD and find the knowledge of God.

Notice that understanding comes as we earnestly seek God. Knowing Him is more than gathering information about Him. It is learning to recognise His character, trust His promises and walk in His ways. The more we treasure His Word, the more our understanding of Him can deepen.
This is an encouragement to keep reading Scripture, even when we do not immediately understand everything we read. Ask the Lord to teach you, be patient as you learn, and put into practice the truth He reveals to you.
God's Word is a treasure, and the knowledge of God is a treasure beyond compare. Let us seek Him with humble hearts, knowing that He welcomes those who earnestly desire His wisdom.
Short prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for the precious gift of Your Word. Help me to receive it with a humble heart and treasure its truth in my life. Give me wisdom to understand Your ways, reverence to honour Your holiness, and faith to obey what You teach me. Above all, help me to know You more deeply and to walk faithfully with You each day. In Jesus' name, Amen.

12/10/2026

Daniel 3:25 ( Monday 12th October )
“But I see four men unbound, walking in the midst of the fire, and they are not hurt; and the appearance of the fourth is like a son of the gods.”

Perhaps you are facing a fiery trial today. Remember that the Lord who sustained these three faithful men is still worthy of your trust. The fire may be real, and the way ahead may be difficult, but you can look to Him for strength, courage and peace.
You may have to walk through the fire, but you do not have to walk through it alone.
Short prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You that You never abandon Your people in times of trouble. When I face the fires of life, give me the courage of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, that I may remain faithful to You whatever happens. Help me to trust Your presence when I cannot understand my circumstances, and give me strength to keep walking with You through every trial. May my life bring glory to Your name, even in the most difficult times. In Jesus' name, Amen.

11/10/2026