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History & Holidays

Jesus: The Resurrection and Life

“I am the resurrection and the life.” —John 11:25 Jesus’ claim to be the resurrection and the life is so radical that it does not…
Theology

Reformation Day: Live Session with Lance Ralston

As a finale to our celebration of 500 years since the Reformation, we are excited to have guests David Guzik and Lance Ralston speak on…
Gospel

6 Reasons Why I Believe Jesus is God

There is much debate about who Jesus is. Some believe he was a good man or a great prophet. Others claim he was an angel…
Christian Living
My Christmas Theology Was Formed by Bing Crosby
Gospel
Advent: The Holy Spirit
Theology
How Being “Saved by Jesus” May Mean More than You Think
Discipleship
Augustine & Disordered Loves
Theology
Evidence for the Resurrection: Was it Real?
Theology
Four Messy Essential Realities About Grace and Truth
Culture

The Link: Why We Need Religion, How God Uses Prophecy, Jews Came from Muslim Countries & More

"Why We Need Religion"– Prospect"Stephen Asma, an agnostic, argues powerfully that religion is natural and beneficial. Is it such a leap to believe that it…
Culture

The Difference Between the Devil and God

I once watched a debate between Frank Turek and Christopher Hitchens. The topic was, “Which explains the existence of the universe better, theism or atheism?”…
Culture

Update on Hurricane Laura

Hurricane Laura slammed southern Louisiana early Thursday, August 27 as a Category 4 storm, one of the most powerful to strike the Gulf Coast in…
Culture
Mayor of a One-Horse Town
Culture
“A Wrinkle in Time:” A Film Review
Culture
The Aftermath of Terrorism in Paris: God’s Hope & Your Help
Culture
A September 11th Tribute
Christian Living
How to Be a Good American Christian: 7 Keys for Balancing Patriotism & Faith
Culture
The Link: Cultural Engagement, Creation Fest UK Update, Conspiracy Theories & More!
Gospel

Contextualizing the Gospel: An Example Set by Jesus

In my last article, I wrote about how contextualization was not about the church becoming more worldly. We looked back at the creational mandate for…
Gospel

Isaiah 41: Easter and the World

As Easter approaches, it makes me consider the way people think about Jesus in the world I live in. I live in Cork, Ireland. Ireland…
Culture

The Music of Hope and the Gospel

Located in Western Ukraine, the city of Ternopil has been mostly untouched by the Russian invasion. In the midst of the chaos of war, Ternopil…
Gospel
What is CGN Doing to Help Churches in Practical Ways?
Gospel
To Kill or to Crown Jesus?
Announcements
Introducing The Cultivate Church Planting Podcast!
Gospel
Why The Gospel Is Central
Gospel
Knowing God
Gospel
Why Was Good Friday So Good?
Ministry & Leadership

The Unique Command of the Great Commission: His Glory Among the Nations Part 2

Jeff Jackson is a workshop speaker for the 2018 Missions Conference, happening this week, January 2-5. Tune in to watch live! On more than one…
Christian Living

Preaching for a Price: The High Cost of Tainted Motives

My first job was at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. I filed invoices, filled paper in copy machines, and learned the ins and outs of data…
Discipleship

Why We Need to Leave a Lasting Legacy for the Next Generation

Recently, I was asked to be one of the speakers at a retreat for millennials where the theme was "Legacy." The definition of legacy that…
Ministry & Leadership
The Anonymity Of Pastoral Work
Ministry & Leadership
Episode 3- “Leading Through Seasons of Doubt”
Ministry & Leadership
Three Keys to Effectively Launching Your Church Plant
Ministry & Leadership
How is CGN Cultivating Church Planting?
Ministry & Leadership
Why Change & Forward Movement are Crucial in Ministry
Ministry & Leadership
God is in Seattle: A Compelling Interview with Pastor Wayne Taylor
Discipleship

The Saturday Before the Dawn of Hope

At the Last Supper, Jesus repeated something He’d been saying to the disciples often over the previous several days. He told them He was about…
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…
Discipleship

Recovering the Lost Art of Conversation

One of the most meaningful, worthwhile things in the world is on the verge of extinction. If it were a rare breed of bird, many…
Discipleship
The Paradox of Spiritual Sleepiness
Discipleship
Vocation and Calling According to the Reformers
Discipleship
What Is Hatred For?
Discipleship
Nothing is Ever Done in Secret
Discipleship
How to Defeat Four Giants of Terror
Discipleship
How Vigilant Are You with the Company You Keep?
Christian Living

Parenting, Perseverance, and God’s Love

Amongst the many well-wishes when our first son was born in 2015 was a consistent message that slowly but surely, “You will now come to…
Christian Living

A Dangerous Liturgy: How Pornography Deforms Us

When we think about the effects of pornography, we generally stop once we’ve defined it as morally wrong. We rarely take time to think about…
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
I Break Everything – Getting Put Back Together After Falling Apart
Christian Living
Anna Spafford Part 2
Christian Living
Betty Stam: Women Worth Knowing
Christian Living
Surrendering the Adrenaline: A Peace Offering
Christian Living
Things to Remember About Mental Health
Christian Living
Four Steps for Dealing with the Messiness of Life