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Fundamentalists, Progressives, and Theological Method

When it comes to theological method, that is, how we connect the truths of God’s word with the problems of human life, neither fundamentalism nor…
History & Holidays

Yom Kippur — The Day of Atonement

Editor’s Note: This year, Yom Kippur begins at sunset on Friday, October 11th, and ends at nightfall on Saturday, October 12th. The Day of Atonement,…
Theology

For the Card-carrying New Calvinist

Recently I came across an episode of the Ask Pastor John podcast series from Desiring God on the topic of New Calvinism. As a fan…
Theology
Soli Deo Gloria: Why We Live for the Glory of God
Theology
The Rescue of Restriction
Theology
Grace: The Anti-Karma
Theology
The Gifts: Defined and Referenced
Theology
Discovering the Reason for the Holy Spirit’s Conviction
Theology
The Best Verse About Jesus from Each Old Testament Book
Christian Living

Vincent under the Starry Night of His Calling

Calling and desire, though close in emotional intensity, aren’t the same thing. I’ve known people come to serve with all the proper credentials, with holy…
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…
Culture

Gentleness in the Age of Outrage

There may be no more destructive habit to a person than engaging in Facebook debates. We all know how they go. Two people from different…
Culture
The Link: Anger at Archbishop Glenn, Missions 2020, The Most Important Pursuit of Young People & More!
Culture
Be the Change You Wish to See in the Church
Culture
Has a new dead sea scrolls cave been discovered?
Culture
Is Anti-Zionism the New Anti-Semitism?
Culture
Marty Sampson And The Frailty Of False Faith
Culture
Eight Things I Would Say to Kanye If I Could
Gospel

Advent: The Son

Part 2 of 3 * This article is adapted from a series of papers written for Western Seminary. Continuing this three-part celebration of Advent, this…
Gospel

What Jesus Taught on the Way to Gethsemane

This article originally appeared on calvarychapel.flywheelsites.com on April 17, 2019. "I am the true vine, and my Father is the Gardener. He cuts off every…
Gospel

The Gospel – How You Say it, Matters

I could never have imagined being as blessed as I am. I live in a great community. I serve an awesome church. I’m married to…
Announcements
Announcing The Cultivate Church Planter’s Program
Gospel
Proclaiming the Gospel According to Charles Spurgeon
Gospel
Three Signs of “Drive-By” Evangelism
Culture
The Music of Hope and the Gospel
Gospel
Despising the Shame
Gospel
What is CGN Doing to Help Churches in Practical Ways?
Ministry & Leadership

True Measure of a Church

“The Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of…
Ministry & Leadership

Men’s Ministry Basics

In this post I will answer the most common questions I am asked about men’s ministry. 1. Why is men’s ministry so important? Ready yourself…
Ministry & Leadership

Local Church Involvement with Global Missions: Is It Just a Slice of the Ministry Pie?

"Is there one key conviction or one fundamental ingredient that local churches who send well have in common?" Due to the scope of the ministry…
Ministry & Leadership
Calvary Chapel CGN International Conference
Ministry & Leadership
Working on Unity
Ministry & Leadership
Life & Leadership Lessons with Mike Neglia
Announcements
Conference Conversations: “Spiritual Health for Spiritual Leadership” (Roundtable)
Ministry & Leadership
The Moses Model
Ministry & Leadership
Reaching Our Communities | Outreach & More!
Christian Living

How Elisabeth Elliot Helped Me Propose to My Wife

The news of Elisabeth Elliot going to be with the Lord has caused many to reflect on how her ministry has blessed them, experienced largely…
Discipleship

Weighing God Down

A common idea in the Psalms is that we can and should bless the Lord. Of course, we can’t bless God in the sense that…
Discipleship

When God has a Plan

My family and I recently returned from a medical mission trip to Haiti. We met a special person who changed our lives. His name was…
Discipleship
The Saturday Before the Dawn of Hope
Christian Living
Why Mentorship Matters
Announcements
Why I Need CGN and the Connect Team
Discipleship
How to Diagnose a Cold Heart Toward God
Discipleship
Finding Strength in the Benevolent Gaze of God
Discipleship
Am I Expecting Too Much from My Church? Part 1
Christian Living

5 Practical Ways to Battle Sin

Christians are free from sin’s rule, but not from its attempts to regain control. The battle that exists inside all of us, between sin and…
Christian Living

God Still Works Miracles

"Come and see the works of God, who is awesome in His deeds toward the sons of men. He turned the sea into dry land;…
Christian Living

The Value of Servant Leadership

I was saved at Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa (CCCM), and learned to serve at CCCM. Pastor Chuck was my pastor, and I had the…
Bible Study
An Introduction to Eternity Now: Discovering Eternal Life with Daily Readings through Philippians by Bradley Hall
Christian Living
Seeds of Hope in the Tragedies of Life
Christian Living
A Holiday to the Unknown God
Christian Living
From Anger to Grace: Following Jesus into Heart-Level Healing
Christian Living
Love is Still Supreme
Christian Living
How To Read The Bible