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Theology

Thoughts on the Atoning Sacrifice of Christ

As we come to Good Friday, I thought it might be good to refresh our minds on what happened on the cross of Calvary 2,000…
Discipleship

What Is Hatred For?

In C. S. Lewis’s Space Trilogy, there is a section where Ransom fights the Devil himself. There, in what is almost a throwaway line, we…
Discipleship

Holiness = Doing Justice

I’m an optimist. Which might surprise people who think I’m a Seattle-type emo cynic who listens to obscure music and watches depressing movies all the…
Culture
Evan Wickham: Hope for Doubters & Deconstructionists
Discipleship
Gossip & The Gospel
Theology
ECCLESIOLOGY 101: How the Local Church Lives and Breathes Led by the Spirit Part 2
Theology
The Hope of Israel
Christian Living
The Real Saint Nick
Theology
A Discussion on the Biblical Theology of Israel Part 2
Culture

Mayor of a One-Horse Town

What is more exhilarating for a pastor than to see the Spirit move in people's lives? This is what we dream of, pray for and…
Culture

The Link: Cultural Engagement, Creation Fest UK Update, Conspiracy Theories & More!

"Conspiracy Theories and the Gospel"– CalvaryChapel.com“Jesus did want us to take action against the injustice happening in the world at the hands of corrupt government,…
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
A September 11th Tribute
Culture
CA Wildfire Report: Please Pray
Culture
The Link: MLK, The Gospel and 2020, Flesh vs Spirit & More!
Culture
Support for Chabad Synagogue
Culture
Christ the Church and the Mentally Ill
Culture
Has a new dead sea scrolls cave been discovered?
Christian Living

Weapons of this Warfare: Facing the Strongholds of Social Media

I was amazed to read the headlines today, “Twitter Engineers to 'Ban a Way of Talking' Through 'Shadow Banning,'” "Algorithms to Censor Opposing Political Opinions.”…
Culture

Tim Keller, the War on Winsomeness, & Responding to the “Negative World.”

To listen to the podcast episode, click the player below. Aaron Salvato writes: “Many Christians now sense the world has shifted. While culture was once…
Announcements

Announcing The Cultivate Church Planter’s Program

Are you ready to answer the call of church planting?  The Gospel is the hope of the world, and the world needs more Gospel-centered churches.…
Gospel
What is CGN Doing to Help Churches in Practical Ways?
Gospel
Advent: The Holy Spirit
Announcements
Introducing The Cultivate Church Planting Podcast!
Gospel
The Death of God
Gospel
How is CGN Fostering Missional Life and Ministry?
Gospel
Gospel-Based Differentiated Unity
Ministry & Leadership

Three Reasons Strong Partnerships Make Flourishing Ministries

In my last article, I discussed two key components for successful church planting: prioritizing and preparing. By prioritizing, I meant establishing “church planting” in the…
Ministry & Leadership

Every Sermon Should Have A Purpose And A Point

John Whitaker has been devoted to teaching and preaching the Bible for more than 3 decades, and in this candid conversation he speaks about his…
Ministry & Leadership

Reframing the Gospel for the Nations That are Now in Our Neighborhoods Part 2

Is it possible that the first miraculous sign Jesus did, turning water into wine, might actually provide some easy access points to Gospel truths for…
Announcements
Conference Conversations: “Church Planter Initiative Roundtable”
Ministry & Leadership
Respect and Young Pastors
Culture
The Link: Google Searches for Prayer, Church Response to the Virus, Bart Ehrman & More
Ministry & Leadership
Four Revolutionary Ideas For a Revolutionary Church
Ministry & Leadership
Introducing the Temporary Tenants Podcast
Ministry & Leadership
Bridging Generational Gaps
Discipleship

Communion Is a Family Affair

Do you remember the first time you took communion? I remember pretending to close my eyes and secretly watching everyone around me. I had no…
Discipleship

Holiness = Doing Justice

I’m an optimist. Which might surprise people who think I’m a Seattle-type emo cynic who listens to obscure music and watches depressing movies all the…
Discipleship

Belle Patrick: A Kind of Missionary

Perhaps you have heard of reluctant missionaries and pioneer missionaries, but have you ever heard of “a kind of missionary?” This was Patrick Collinson’s description…
Discipleship
Soteriology in the Middle Part 1
Discipleship
Are We Doing What God is Calling Us to Do?
Discipleship
Sermon-Based Small Groups: Making Disciples in Small Groups with Expository Preaching
Discipleship
Embracing Obscurity
Christian Living
Overcoming Obstacles to Having Daily Devotions
Discipleship
A Life Rearranged: An Important Lesson Learned in Nicaragua
Christian Living

Looking to Jesus — Part 1 of 2

The Bible often likens our Christian life to running a race, and it’s a great metaphor for a few reasons. First, running, like the Christian…
Christian Living

Emma Revell Moody

Emma Revell Moody (1843-1903): Evangelist D.L. Moody was one of the most well-known and effective Christian leaders of the 19th century. But serving the Lord…
Christian Living

Aimee Semple McPherson Part 1

Aimee Semple McPherson (1890-1944): Born the year Catherine Booth died, Aimee Semple McPherson was raised in the Salvation Army church and ministry. In fact, an…
Christian Living
Real Christians Can’t Watch the Oscars…or Can They?
Christian Living
4 Ideas for Family Ministry in Your Church
Christian Living
Do You Carry Burdens Like Cats Wear Clothes?
Christian Living
Weapons of this Warfare: Facing the Strongholds of Social Media
Christian Living
Making God’s Will Your Will
Christian Living
The Surprising Wonders of God our Good Father