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Theology

Theological Continuationist Practical Cessationist

Theologically, we are Continuationists. We believe that all the Spiritual gifts mentioned in the New Testament still exist and operate among Spirit-filled Believers today. Practically,…
Christian Living

Hannah, Sarah, and Hagar: A Brief Study in Character Analogy

In any form of storytelling, authors frequently employ modes of comparison between characters. Sometimes characters complement one another, resembling each other’s traits, actions, or other…
History & Holidays

Passover and the Cup of Redemption: A Journey from Slavery to Freedom

Editor’s Note: To hear more from Thomas on this subject, click here for “Messiah in the Passover,” from his Theology and Apologetics Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/theology-and-apologetics-podcast/id1275721027?i=1000557698279 חג…
Podcasts
Can Wrath Be Redemptive? | Tough Questions For The Current Crisis Miniseries P3
Gospel
Advent: The Son
Podcasts
Does God Cause Evil and Suffering? – ft Gerry Breshears and John Piper
Theology
When We Like God, But Don’t Know Jesus
Culture
Relating the Gospel to Social Justice
Theology
Critiquing Cessationism: The Gifts of the Spirit & the Church Today
Christian Living

Discouragement and Bieber

Last week Justin Bieber put this up on Twitter. Life is about the journey 🙂 — Justin Bieber (@justinbieber) October 23, 2014 Yes I know…
Calvary Chapel

A Few Thoughts on the Jesus Revolution Film

Jesus Revolution has taken Hollywood by storm. The Lionsgate production has broken box office records, becoming the company’s highest-grossing movie since 2019, at well above…
Culture

The Link: Missions Conference Archives, Truth Over Power, Whataboutism & More

"2021 Missions Conference Archives"– Calvary Global Network & CCCM"We are excited to have the archives available from the 2021 Missions Conference! This year's conference was…
Christian Living
Why Wait For Marriage? (With Jon Keith and Jordan Aly) – A Discussion on dating and sexuality.
Culture
Instagram is Prayer (to the God of Image)
Culture
Can I attend my LGBT friend’s wedding?
Culture
May the Fourth Be With You
Culture
Evan Wickham: Hope for Doubters & Deconstructionists
Culture
Hope for America, Stop Praying for Stuff, Five Keys to Effective Preaching & More
Gospel

Preaching the Gospel (to Myself)

Over and over again, I discover how easy it is to say the right things, yet how often I must be reminded to live them.…
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

Easter: Further Meditations for This Weekend

“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to…
Gospel
What Exactly is Spiritual Thriving?
Gospel
What is CGN Doing to Help Churches in Practical Ways?
Gospel
6 Reasons Why I Believe Jesus is God
Gospel
Don’t Underestimate the Power of the Gospel
Gospel
Friends Not Foes
Gospel
The Real Meaning of Palm Sunday
Culture

How to Help Victims of Sex Trafficking

Editors note: The CGN team wanted to take this opportunity to introduce our audience to Tommy Green and his organization "Run Against Traffic," which does…
Gospel

Three Thoughts on Effective Short Term Missions

I really like hot sauce. In fact, I recently tried to make my own. I went to the farmers market and bought some seedlings. I…
Ministry & Leadership

Life & Leadership Lessons with Joey Rozek

Name: Joey Rozek Family: Tiffany, Madelyn (14), Josiah (12), and Jordan (8) Years born again: 29 years Years in ministry: Over 17 years Ministry experience:…
Ministry & Leadership
Life & Leadership Lessons with Nate Holdridge
Ministry & Leadership
Overcoming Moralism In The Church
Christian Living
Gospel-Centered Life
Ministry & Leadership
Who am I? Human Identity & the Gospel in a Confusing World
Christian Living
Marriage in the COVID-19 Age
Ministry & Leadership
The Importance of Vision Casting in Ministry
Discipleship

Good Fear / Bad Fear — Understanding the Difference

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on January 6, 2024. Phil and his wife Joy will be featured speakers at the CGN International Conference…
Discipleship

Finding Strength in the Benevolent Gaze of God

Last November, I wrote an article about knowing God as a conventional relationship. I developed an idea from John Frame that describes how profound our…
Announcements

Why I Need CGN and the Connect Team

When I contemplated the title of this article, I considered: “Why you need” and “Why we need,” and for many reasons, they would have been…
Discipleship
Jesus Is Your Lord and Savior, but Is He Your Teacher?
Discipleship
The Early Church: Trial by Fire
Discipleship
How to Overcome Fiery Words of Anger
Discipleship
Our Great Creator: A Study in the Book of Genesis
Discipleship
A Life Rearranged: An Important Lesson Learned in Nicaragua
Discipleship
Am I Expecting Too Much from My Church? Part 1
Christian Living

Outward Appearance

“…the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him. For the…
Christian Living

The Uninvited Guest (Part 2 of a Series)

In the first part of my meditation on Matthew 7:1-5, I sought to reflect on Jesus’ way of speaking hard truths, noting how His disciples…
Bible Study

5 Ways the Holy Spirit Leads Believers in the Book of Acts

One of the great distinctives of Calvary Chapel is our conviction that the Holy Spirit still leads His people. We talk about being “led by…
Christian Living
Arise, Go, and Prepare
Christian Living
What Worship Can Accomplish
Christian Living
Finding Peace in Surrender
Christian Living
On Wonder & Worship: Finding Heaven in Refugee Camps & Dance Clubs
Christian Living
Vision > Sight: Vision is Greater than Sight
Christian Living
An Open Letter from a Pastor to His Sons