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Theology

Assessing Strange Fire

On October 16-18, 2013, Pastor John MacArthur held a three-day conference at his Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, CA, entitled, “Strange Fire.” The conference…
Theology

Worship: Participation in the Trinity

When you think of a worship service, what sort of things come to your mind? Some think of music styles, choirs, lighting, formality, informality, and…
Theology

Evidence for the Resurrection: Was it Real?

In an earlier post, we discussed Christ’s resurrection as an unique event that differs in kind from all other ancient near eastern myths of dying…
Theology
Thoughts on the Atoning Sacrifice of Christ
Theology
The Difference Between the Rapture and Christ’s Return
Theology
Walking Wisely in a Moral Minefield: Thoughts on the Live-Action Beauty and the Beast
Theology
Defending Trinitarianism
Theology
Evidence for the Resurrection: The Nature of Christ’s Resurrected Physical Body
Gospel
Advent: The Holy Spirit
Culture

Does God Punish The World With Pandemics & Natural Disasters? Part 2 Miniseries

When we face some sort of big global crisis, many make statements about how this is certainly proof of God’s wrath and judgment against the…
Culture

Social Distancing: Staying Apart, But Staying Connected

As much of the world is now on lockdown, meaning that voluntary physical distancing became physical distancing through a government order, I wanted us as…
Culture

The Link: Ahmaud Arbery Killing, COVID-19 Relief Fund, Essential Services & More

"Racial Blind Spots, the Church, and the Killing of Ahmaud Arbery"– CalvaryChapel.com"The Church was pivotal in the creation of many systems that form the backbone…
Culture
Hope for America, Stop Praying for Stuff, Five Keys to Effective Preaching & More
Culture
The Link: Kobe Bryant, CGN Local Connectors, Serbia Migrants & More
Culture
The Link: Church Finder, The Most Diverse Movement in History, Can We Really Trust the Gospels and More
Culture
CC Jinja Relief, Pondering the U.S. Presidential Election, Restoration with Lecrae & More
Culture
The Link: Kanye West, Are Christians Intolerant, Ecclesiology 101 & More
Christian Living
Estrangement is Rising in America: A Christian Response
Gospel

Knowing God

Originally published on Feb 17, 2014   "What were we made for? What aim should we set ourselves in life? What is the best thing…
Gospel

Mecca Moslems vs. Medina Moslems

Many find it confusing that in some places the Quran encourages peace, and in others it says to “kill the infidels.” The Quran was not…
Gospel

I Am the Resurrection and the Life

This article originally appeared on calvarychapel.flywheelsites.com on April 20, 2019. "I am the resurrection and the life" (John 11:25) Jesus' claim to be the resurrection…
Gospel
Why Was Good Friday So Good?
Announcements
Announcing The Cultivate Church Planter’s Program
Gospel
Why The Gospel Is Central
Gospel
Thoughts on The Power of the Gospel
Gospel
God and Social Justice
Gospel
To Kill or to Crown Jesus?
Ministry & Leadership

The Power of Preaching Mentorships

John Hwang uses three words that describe Mentorship: TRAINING, MODELING, and COMMISSIONING. He recounts the positive impact of his mentor, Richard Cimino, and encourages us…
Discipleship

What I Should Expect from My Church Part 2

Enjoy the first part of this two part series! While having the wrong expectations from our church can stifle spiritual growth, having the right expectations…
Announcements

CGN Church Relief Fund Update

In this video, Jimmy Schauerte of Roots NYC shares a praise report of the Calvary Global Network churches who came together and sent funds to…
Announcements
Introducing: The Leadership Lessons Podcast
Ministry & Leadership
What Does Real Servant Leadership Look Like?
Gospel
Seven Moments That Demonstrate Global Missions Matter
Ministry & Leadership
We Need a Better Word Than “Mission”
Ministry & Leadership
Re:Engage 2014 Church Planting Conference
Announcements
IGTV Conversations: Let’s Talk About Vision!
Discipleship

The Wiles of the Devil

Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil … above all, taking the…
Christian Living

Want To Be A Good Witness? Do Your Job Well.

It’s amazing how my attitude toward garbage can change.   When I’m by myself and I notice a full garbage can, I have no issues…
Discipleship

Does Love-Fueled Ministry Exist?

My start in ministry was unexpected. I'm the son of a church-planting pastor. My childhood memories consist of awkward church people, financial struggles and a…
Discipleship
Mary Magdelene’s Perspective on Christ’s Resurrection
Discipleship
The Church & Victims of Depression
Discipleship
The Power of Humility
Discipleship
Make a Move: Discovering the Better Life God has for You
Discipleship
Intentional Relational Leadership: How to Develop Leaders in Real Life—Part 2
Discipleship
Are You a Missionary?
Christian Living

Seven Principles for Cross-Cultural Impact

Pastor Jeff Jackson will be a workshop speaker at the 2017 CCCM Pastors & Leaders Conference on June 26-29. For more information, please visit the…
Christian Living

Church Governance – 3 Essential Points

In a perfect world we would not need to govern people in the earthly sense, because everyone would behave just as they should. Obviously, the…
Christian Living

The Power of God’s Word

James 1:21-25 teaches one of the most important goals of spending time in God’s Word—we should seek to be changed by it. This passage compares…
Christian Living
Be Anxious for Nothing
Christian Living
How Creation Reminds Us to See the Glory Behind the Beauty
Christian Living
JESUS IS GREATER Than Everything Today Throws At Us
Christian Living
Living Under His Reign: Exploring Pentecost and Spirit-Filled Living
Christian Living
Where to Find Wisdom
Christian Living
Home for Christmas: Pondering the Gospel this Advent Season