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Theology

The Rescue of Restriction

Then, when desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, brings forth death. (James 1:15) Sin is the most…
Culture

Warnings About Progressive Christianity (Repost from Can I Say That?)

Aaron gets invited to come onto Brenna Blain's podcast "Can I Say That?", a podcast that tackles tough topics around Christianity and faith. In the…
Christian Living

Bible Reading: Quality or Quantity?

To read Scripture daily is a good thing (2 Timothy 3.16, Romans 15.4, Mark 13.31, 1 Peter 2.2, Psalm 119.130). There isn’t, as far as…
Theology
The Hope of Israel
Christian Living
A Reminder of Grace on a Sunny Day
Theology
Is Belief in a Literal Resurrection of Christ Really Important
Theology
How God’s Grace is Better than Christians think
Gospel
Advent: The Holy Spirit
Theology
Reformation Day: Live Session with David Guzik
Culture

The Link: John Crist, Sex Offender on Bible App, Taxes, Tithing & More

"John Crist Cancels 2019 Tour Dates After Reports of Sexting, Harassment, Manipulation"– Charisma"According to multiple sources, Crist has exploited his Christian reputation and platform to…
Culture

CA Wildfire Report: Please Pray

We are praying for those affected by the CA wildfires: "CA Wildfires Map"– LA Times "The most recent fire is the Bitter fire, which started…
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?”…
Articles
Fundamentalists, Progressives, and Theological Method
Culture
The Link: Ravi Zacharias, Equality Act, Ancient Creedal Christianity & More
Culture
The Link: Prayer Around the World, How Pastors Handle Ungathered Worship, Preaching to an Empty Room & More
Culture
Church Van E04-Tony Clark Part 1
Announcements
Why You Should Watch “Jesus Revolution”
Announcements
New Podcast from CGN and Jeff Gipe: ISMS That Cause SCHISMS
Gospel

From Waiting to Witnessing

In 1992, I sat in a classroom at the School of Ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. Every Friday morning, Pastor Chuck Smith would walk…
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

Friends Not Foes

  Treat those on Christ’s side as friends not foes, For he who is not against us is on our side. Mark 9:40   We…
Gospel
Never Outgrow the Gospel
Gospel
Evangelism for the Introvert
Gospel
Three Reflections on the Power, Hope, and Triumph of Easter
Gospel
Why Reaching the Lost Should Cost Us Everything
Announcements
Introducing The Cultivate Church Planting Podcast!
Gospel
What is CGN Doing to Help Churches in Practical Ways?
Ministry & Leadership

A Guide for Shepherds from the Apostle Peter

  So I exhort the elders among you, as a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as well as a partaker…
Ministry & Leadership

Teaching v. Preaching: What Should We Get at the Gathering?

Many people have personal preferences and their own opinions about the gathered church (which is fine; we’re all made, graced, and gifted uniquely, cf. 1…
Ministry & Leadership

Your Lifeline in the Midst of the Junk of Life

I heard a story last week about a preacher who stepped into the pulpit. As he spoke, the congregation instantly recognized the hand and presence…
Ministry & Leadership
Expositors Collective Training Weekend
Ministry & Leadership
How to Give an Altar Call Part 1
Announcements
CGN 2020 Annual Report
Gospel
Reframing the Gospel for the Nations That Are Now in Our Neighborhoods Part 1
Ministry & Leadership
Lessons in Leadership Part 3: Fearlessly Leading the Good Fight
Gospel
Facing Challenges in Evangelism & Discipleship in the 21st Century
Discipleship

Bridge Building + Creating a Disciple-Making Culture

Calvary Nexus just hosted a luncheon called a Connection Gathering attended by 89 leaders from Calvary Chapel and other like-minded evangelical churches from Los Angeles,…
Articles

Iron Sharpening Iron

One often-quoted Bible verse that speaks of the benefit of living in community with other believers comes from Proverbs: “As iron sharpens iron, so a person…
Discipleship

Generational Sin?

Have you ever heard a sermon on the devastation caused by “genera­tional sin”? Preachers base their frightening comments on texts like Exodus 20:5: “I, the…
Discipleship
5 Preaching Tips from the Apostle Paul
Discipleship
What I Should Expect from My Church Part 2
Christian Living
How to Be a Good American Christian: 7 Keys for Balancing Patriotism & Faith
Christian Living
The Holy Spirit & Intentionality in Discipleship
Discipleship
Augustine & Disordered Loves
Discipleship
Healing From Burnout
Christian Living

Rooted to Multiply

Three years ago, my inbox exploded with church planting visions from places as diverse as a bustling city in Pakistan and remote villages in East…
Christian Living

Isobel Kuhn: Women Worth Knowing

Isobel Kuhn (1901-1957): Today we feature the story of Canadian author and missionary Isobel Kuhn, who served among the Lisu people of China with her…
Christian Living

Harriet Beecher Stowe: Women Worth Knowing

Harriet Beecher Stowe (1811-1896): When Abraham Lincoln met Harriet Beecher Stowe, he exclaimed, “So this is the little lady who made this big war!” While…
Christian Living
The Purpose of Life in a Secular Age
Christian Living
The Effect of Being Reasonable in Conversation
Christian Living
The Joy of Self-Forgetfulness
Christian Living
4 Ways to Not Lose Your Faith in College
Christian Living
I Don’t Need You
Christian Living
Advent: Poverty and Glory