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Theology

Unity is Rare: Psalm 133

"Strive together for the sake of the Gospel" (Philippians 1:27). "This is My command; Love each other" (John 15:17). God is love, but he doesn’t…
Theology

ECCLESIOLOGY 101: Respecting Leaders and Relating to Others

"We ask you, brothers, to respect those who labor among you and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and to esteem them…
Theology

A Second Look at the Third Person of the Trinity

A few summers ago, our family drove across the country and ended up visiting Yosemite National Park for a few days. On the final day,…
History & Holidays
What Mary Knew an Advent Meditation
Theology
Comedic Reversal in Paul’s Conversion
Theology
Resources for Seeing Christ in the Old Testament
Christian Living
Eternity is Closer Than We Might Think
Christian Living
Parenting, Perseverance, and God’s Love
Podcasts
What does the future hold for CGN?
Culture

A September 11th Tribute

On September 11, 2001, I found myself near the bottom of the Twin Towers in New York City. Back in 2001, I was a 19-year-old…
Culture

Pray for Australia: An Update from Bruce Clarke

Please be in prayer for Australia through these wildfires. Here is a note from Senior Minister Bruce Clarke of St. Matthews Manly. *** "Thank for…
Culture

To Kill A Mockingbird and the Hope of Racial Reconciliation

There are aspects of teaching literature to high school students that can drive a person absolutely nuts. However, there are also amazing opportunities to weave…
Culture
Christianity & Culture Series: Science and Christianity
Culture
The Early Church: Catering to the Culture?
Culture
Resettling Refugees: A Few Observations and a Few Questions
Culture
Pelagian Racism: A Lesson from Church History
Culture
A Thousand Year Tug of War: The Marriage of Church and State
Culture
The Link: Cultural Engagement, Creation Fest UK Update, Conspiracy Theories & More!
Gospel

Three Reflections on the Power, Hope, and Triumph of Easter

As the joyful spirit of Easter envelops our hearts and minds, we’re thrilled to present an article that embodies the essence of this sacred holiday.…
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

The Real Meaning of Palm Sunday

This article originally appeared on calvarychapel.flywheelsites.com on April 13, 2014. When Jesus came into Jerusalem on what we call Palm Sunday, you could say that…
Gospel
Seven Moments That Demonstrate Global Missions Matter
Gospel
Reframing the Gospel for the Nations in Our Neighborhoods
Gospel
Three Thoughts on Effective Short Term Missions
Gospel
I Am the Resurrection and the Life
Gospel
Friends Not Foes
Gospel
Three Signs of “Drive-By” Evangelism
Ministry & Leadership

Pastor Jane or Pastor John? – Addressing Evangelical Chauvinism

I believe women are far under-utilized in ministry. While the Bible does reserve certain roles in the family and home for men, I believe the…
Ministry & Leadership

Where He Leads, He Guides: An Unending Story

Two and a half years ago, I was sitting in a church service at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. It was an ordinary Wednesday night, and…
Ministry & Leadership

Respect and Young Pastors

*Note Occasionally we will feature articles from our archives that were well received when they were first published. The following article was originally published on…
Ministry & Leadership
Things That Matter The Pastor as a Shepherd
Discipleship
Training a Church to Love the Depressed – Part 2
Ministry & Leadership
St. Patrick’s Great Faith
Gospel
The Bible is About Jesus
Ministry & Leadership
Co-laborers or Competition? Calvary Chapel & Other Church Planting Movements
Ministry & Leadership
Reaching Our Communities | Outreach & More!
Discipleship

The Benefit of Christ as Our Foundation

As music students, we all remember those first exciting and difficult lessons. The overwhelming discomfort and frustration that naturally comes from having someone judge and…
Discipleship

Counterfeit Christianity: Why Real Worship Costs

Editor’s Note: This article comes from the devotional book This Reasonable Response: A Sixty-Day Journey Growing As A Worshiper of God written by Johnny Zacchio…
Discipleship

The Value of Being with God Before Doing His Work

Have you ever noticed that we all have a tendency to fixate on what skills someone has? Think about it. If you are skilled at…
Discipleship
Unity, Love, and Social Action
Discipleship
Am I Expecting Too Much from My Church? Part 1
Discipleship
The Wiles of the Devil
Discipleship
Reflecting Grace and Truth
Christian Living
Want To Be A Good Witness? Do Your Job Well.
Christian Living
The Power and Role of Just One Color—Part 2
Christian Living

Ten Helpful Tips for Fruitful Daily Worship

Do you struggle with finding time to spend in God’s presence on a regular basis? If so, you are not alone. Many Christians do not…
Christian Living

Who Determines What Mercy Looks Like?

"But the Lord was with Joseph and showed him mercy, and He gave him favor in the sight of the keeper of the prison" (Genesis…
Christian Living

When Our Hearts Break

Years ago, I heard a pastor named Dave Rolph speak at a memorial service. He spoke about life and death, and he said something like…
Announcements
New Book Release: Whole Hearted Work
Christian Living
Making God’s Will Your Will
Christian Living
Travel: Good for the Soul?
Christian Living
Stop Quoting Bad Divorce Stats
Christian Living
Acts 17, William Shatner, and the Fingerprints of God
Christian Living
Wants, Wishes & God’s Perfect Plans