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Christian Living

The Transforming Power of Grace in Romans 6:1-14

While reflecting on Romans 6:1-14—a passage worth revisiting regularly—I found a profound answer to the problem of sin: the transforming power of grace. Paul begins…
Theology

Drifting from Dispensationalism: Addressing the Factors

So far in this series I’ve attempted to summarize and describe the current eschatological mood among younger evangelicals in general, and within the fellowship of…
Christian Living

5 Reasons We Need the Old Testament

It seems that no matter how much nuanced hinting or explicit declaration happens in churches, people still stumble over the question of “Do we need…
Theology
Evidence for the Resurrection: Was it Real?
Theology
Four Messy Essential Realities About Grace and Truth
Theology
A Second Look at the Third Person of the Trinity
Christian Living
Advent: Jesus Our Salvation
Theology
A CHRISTIAN PERSPECTIVE ON PURIM
Culture
Engaging with Real Deconstruction: A look at Exvangelical memes – With Dominic Done!
Culture

What is Postmodernism, and Why Should we care?

In this episode, Brian & Aaron begin to scratch the surface of a notoriously hard to define topic: postmodernism, specifically postmodern philosophy. While western culture…
Culture

A Word for Christians in a Politically Divided Culture

The COVID-19 crisis has been a major disruption worldwide, affecting the lives of nearly every person on the planet. Movement has been restricted; jobs have…
Culture

The Post-Roe Era Pastor: Why You Are Needed More Now Than Ever.

Where will women and men go when they can no longer run from their shame? Where will they find hope when the world seems to…
Christian Living
Why Wait For Marriage? (With Jon Keith and Jordan Aly) – A Discussion on dating and sexuality.
Culture
The Link: Political Correctness in the Church, Evangelism Formation, Finding God in A-Level Politics & More
Culture
The Link: Contextualizing the Gospel, Real World Questions, When to Stop Studying & More
Culture
Prayer Update
Culture
Ministering in Ukraine During the War: How God is Working & How to Pray
Culture
The Early Church: Catering to the Culture?
Gospel

The Essentials of Gospel Proclamation

As aspiring proclaimers of the Gospel we need some essential equipment. First, we must have a true conception of God and how He perceives people.…
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

A Box with a Lid: The Shared Fate of John Chrysostom and the Gospel

This article was supposed to be about John Chrysostom and the historical roots of expositional preaching. It is not. It did not take me long…
Gospel
How the Gospel Heals Shame
Gospel
Preaching the Gospel (to Myself)
Gospel
Don’t Underestimate the Power of the Gospel
Culture
A Response To Jordan Peterson from a Protestant Christian Pastor
Gospel
Never Outgrow the Gospel
Gospel
How is CGN Fostering Missional Life and Ministry?
Ministry & Leadership

8 Ways to Develop a Women’s Ministry

Starting a new ministry can feel like a daunting task. It is hard not to feel overwhelmed with what to do first, wondering if it…
Ministry & Leadership

Eight Reasons Why Believers Have Daily Devotions

One of the greatest priorities that we can have in life is a decision to set aside time each day for personal devotion toward the…
Christian Living

While We Wait: Being the Church During Lockdown

In the past five weeks that I've been working from home and sheltering in place, the Lord has shown me many things about this season…
Ministry & Leadership
Lessons in Leadership Part 3: Fearlessly Leading the Good Fight
Ministry & Leadership
The Unique Command of the Great Commission: His Glory Among the Nations Part 2
Ministry & Leadership
Co-laborers or Competition? Calvary Chapel & Other Church Planting Movements
Ministry & Leadership
Men’s Ministry Basics
Ministry & Leadership
Why Jesus Commands Us to Do the Impossible
Ministry & Leadership
6 Lessons I’ve Learned About Small Group Ministry
Discipleship

How to Diagnose a Cold Heart Toward God

It is helpful as a continual practice to ask God to show us the true condition of our hearts. Paul challenges believers at least three…
Christian Living

The Power and Role of Just One Color—Part 3

Editor’s Note: This is the third article in the Power and Role of Just One Color series. Click here to read the first article, published…
Discipleship

Gossip & The Gospel

I recently talked with a good friend and the conversation turned to (among many things) the topic of gossip. It went something like this: Person…
Discipleship
Weighing God Down
Discipleship
Vocation and Calling According to the Reformers
Culture
Church Van E04-Tony Clark Part 1
Discipleship
4 Keys to Triumph in Trials
Discipleship
How to Defeat Four Giants of Terror
Discipleship
The Gospel is a Bridge
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…
Christian Living

A Building is Only as Strong as Its Foundation

A building is only as strong as its foundation. The walls can’t even support its own weight. But when that weight is transferred to the…
Christian Living

Robbed of Joy

I wasn’t always a pastor. I remember the first job I had in college, working for my uncle at his car lot in a questionable…
Christian Living
I Break Everything – Getting Put Back Together After Falling Apart
Christian Living
Veiling and Unveiling: Dramatic Irony in Genesis 38
Christian Living
The Ultimate Missionary Care Package (Part 1 of a Series)
Christian Living
Five Obstacles to Christ’s Rest
Christian Living
Three Hindrances That Need to Be Stripped From My Life
Christian Living
Thick Skin, Soft Heart