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Theology

Eschatology of Hope: Time for a New Perspective?

Eschatology: Noun / es-kə-ˈtä-lə-jē: A branch of theology concerned with the final events in the history of the world or of humankind. - Merriam-Webster Dictionary…
Theology

Walking Wisely in a Moral Minefield: Thoughts on the Live-Action Beauty and the Beast

Once again controversy rages over a film. This time, a beloved children’s classic, Beauty and the Beast. Disney Studios' live-action film “updates” the tale with…
Theology

A Look at Authorial Intent in the Bible

There’s a joke that Christians here in Ukraine like to tell. One day, a pastor goes to visit a class in the children’s ministry at…
Theology
Evidence for the Resurrection: The Nature of Christ’s Resurrected Physical Body
Christian Living
Advent: Poverty and Glory
Christian Living
Returning to an Awe-Inspired Perspective in Life and Ministry
Christian Living
Bible Reading: Quality or Quantity?
Theology
Worship: More Than A Song
Christian Living
Hannah, Sarah, and Hagar: A Brief Study in Character Analogy
Culture

Instagram is Prayer (to the God of Image)

The most basic definition of prayer that I’ve ever seen comes from Ronald Rolheiser, who defines it as “lifting mind and heart to God.” He…
Culture

Christians Mohammed and Muslims

All across the Muslim world, we see buildings burning, mobs pressing in on security forces, men and boys chanting anti-American slogans, and the American and…
Culture

Stetzer Leadership Podcast

Ed Stetzer of Christianity Today has a new podcast available titled Stetzer Leadership Podcast. In this first season, Stetzer talks with various leaders about the…
Culture
Disaster Relief Update
Culture
The Link: Ahmaud Arbery Killing, COVID-19 Relief Fund, Essential Services & More
Culture
Pray for Las Vegas
Culture
The Link: John Crist, Sex Offender on Bible App, Taxes, Tithing & More
Announcements
New Podcast from CGN and Jeff Gipe: ISMS That Cause SCHISMS
Culture
The Labeling of “Science Deniers”
Articles

The Man Of War

Exodus 12:1-3 When Christ called the church of Ephesus back to its first love, he called all of us back to ours (Revelation 2:4-5). Years…
Gospel

Reframing the Gospel for the Nations That Are Now in Our Neighborhoods Part 1

By God's permission and design, people from around the world now live in my community and have become a part of my day to day…
Gospel

Persecution Will End

Kierkegaard, the Danish philosopher, once told a parable about a theater where a variety show was taking place. Each show was more exciting than the…
Gospel
Why Reaching the Lost Should Cost Us Everything
Gospel
Three Signs of “Drive-By” Evangelism
Gospel
A Secured Tomb Couldn’t Stop the Resurrected Christ
Gospel
What is “Gospel-Centered Renewal” and What Does It Mean for Life and Ministry?
Gospel
Why The Gospel Is Central
Gospel
Seven Moments That Demonstrate Global Missions Matter
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…
Announcements

Introducing The Cultivate Church Planting Podcast!

We are excited to announce the launch of the Cultivate Church Planting podcast! Hosted by Brian Kelly, this podcast will feature insightful and inspiring conversations…
Ministry & Leadership

Church Van E03-Brian Brodersen Part 3

Enjoy part three of this three-part interview on Church Van with Pastor Brian Brodersen of Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. Hosts Riley Taylor and Jarryd Bryant…
Ministry & Leadership
What Can I Do with a Degree in Biblical Studies?
Ministry & Leadership
Organic vs Strategic Church Planting
Ministry & Leadership
Three Reasons Strong Partnerships Make Flourishing Ministries
Ministry & Leadership
Relevance In Ministry
Ministry & Leadership
Why International Missions are Vital to the Church Today
Ministry & Leadership
Church Planting in Another Country.
Discipleship

Four Adjectives of Discipleship

Almost 40 years ago, I met a wonderful lady in college. Neither of us were Christians, but a few dates into our relationship, she explained,…
Discipleship

Soteriology in the Middle Part 1

Brain Cramps Over the past ten years of my life as a follower of Jesus perhaps no theological category has caused me to spend hours…
Discipleship

Soteriology in the Middle Part 2

“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.”…
Discipleship
Vocation and Calling According to the Reformers
Discipleship
Belle Patrick: A Kind of Missionary
Discipleship
Why Is God Allowing Evil? Eight Principles to Consider During the Current Global Pandemic
Discipleship
Wake Up To The Story – Resisting Apathy pt.1
Discipleship
Come to the Resurrection
Culture
Be the Change You Wish to See in the Church
Christian Living

A Holiday to the Unknown God

“What therefore you worship as unknown, this I proclaim to you.” (Acts 17:23) So begins Paul’s address to the educated crowd at the Areopagus in…
Christian Living

Am I Walking in the Spirit?

Life truly begins as we die to ourselves and trust in Christ. Once we receive Jesus into our lives, His Spirit joins with our human…
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
Understanding the Difference Between Abiding & Abounding
Christian Living
Be Silent as the Grave
Christian Living
Why I Am Thankful for My Experience with Panic Attacks Part 1
Christian Living
Spiritual Warfare
Christian Living
Uncertainty Opens the Door for Faith
Christian Living
The Sobering Gift of Leadership