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Theology

A Study in the Book of Hebrews: The Centrality of Jesus

We aren't sure exactly who wrote the book of Hebrews. Some say it was Paul the apostle, but that is doubtful. Others say Barnabas—or because…
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.…
Theology

Evidence for the Resurrection: Was it Real?

In an earlier post, we discussed Christ’s resurrection as an unique event that differs in kind from all other ancient near eastern myths of dying…
Theology
The Purpose Of Sex: Homosexuality And The Bible
Theology
Grace: The Anti-Karma
Theology
Evidence for the Resurrection: Is Easter Just More of the Same?
History & Holidays
A Christian Perspective on Purim
Christian Living
The Early Tree
Theology
The Sovereignty of Satan?—Making Sense of John 12:31
Culture

Is the Church a Victim of Success, Deconstruction Stories, the Gospel in All Scripture & More

"Is the Church a Victim of Success? The WEIRD Truth"– The Gospel Coalition"Review: ‘The WEIRDest People in the World’ by Joseph Henrich and ‘Fertility and…
Culture

Living In The Negative World

Throughout our lives many of us have heard older generations harken back to a time when Christians were accepted, praised, and embraced by the culture.…
Culture

Thoughts on the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church Shooting

I’ve been processing the tragedy that occurred Sunday morning. I was about to wrap up my teaching about 300 miles north of Sutherland Springs in…
Announcements
New Podcast from CGN and Jeff Gipe: ISMS That Cause SCHISMS
Culture
May the Fourth Be With You
Culture
You Hear Their Cries: Reflections on September 11
Culture
The Link: 09.03.2019
Culture
Should the Church Embrace Kanye West?
Culture
The Link: 9/11, Justice Without Christ, How to Rejoice in Ministry & More
Culture

Rural America Matters Too

Rural America Matters Too I'll never forget what was said that evening; irritating experiences are funny like that. I was co-pastoring a small church plant…
Gospel

Practice Resurrection

Today (this weekend), people worldwide are remembering and celebrating the greatest event in human history- the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead! All human…
Gospel

The Real Meaning of Palm Sunday

This article originally appeared on calvarychapel.flywheelsites.com on April 13, 2014. When Jesus came into Jerusalem on what we call Palm Sunday, you could say that…
Christian Living
Evangelism During a Pandemic? – with Joel Turner
Gospel
How the Gospel Heals Shame
Gospel
Advent: The Son
Gospel
What Exactly is Spiritual Thriving?
Gospel
Why Reaching the Lost Should Cost Us Everything
Gospel
Contextualizing the Gospel: An Example Set by Jesus
Culture

Post-Pandemic Vision

Rob Salvato and Ted Leavenworth are joined by Miles DeBenedictus (Cross Connection Church) to discuss how current societal trends and economic forecasts help form our…
Ministry & Leadership

Calvary Global Network: Points on Successful Church Planting

Nothing excites me more than to see new churches planted. New churches mean souls being saved, lives being changed, God being worshiped, more churches being…
Ministry & Leadership

Missionaries and the Wise Men from the East: Similarities That Can Bring Encouragement

"Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem,…
Ministry & Leadership
Things That Matter: The Pastor as a Contender
Discipleship
5 Preaching Tips from the Apostle Paul
Discipleship
Why We Need to Leave a Lasting Legacy for the Next Generation
Culture
The Link: Google Searches for Prayer, Church Response to the Virus, Bart Ehrman & More
Discipleship
Weak Men Weak Excuses
Christian Living
Three Key Steps in the ART of Letting God Lead
Discipleship

Experiencing an Insurrection of Kindness in Your Ministry

Even though I know it comes every year, I find that winter sneaks up on me. Often it’s the holiday season that distracts me. Life…
Christian Living

Should a Pastor Ever Say No When You Ask for Help?

Ask yourself this question, do the words I use matter? The answer should be a resounding, “Yes!” rhetoric is the art of discourse; an art…
Discipleship

The Gospel is a Bridge

On paper I don't have much in common with teenage skater boys. There's the age gap, the coordination gap, the culture gap...the list goes on.…
Discipleship
Pastoral Ministry: The Balance Between Study & Family
Discipleship
Augustine & Disordered Loves
Discipleship
The Gift of the Presence We Don’t Deserve
Discipleship
Take Courage: A Meditation on Acts 23:11
Announcements
Why I Need CGN and the Connect Team
Discipleship
God Rejoices to Do Us Good
Christian Living

Be Supremely in Love with Jesus

Have you ever been in love? Have you experienced compelling, intense, strong feelings or emotions for someone? Have you yearned to spend time with someone…
Christian Living

Funky Feet and Fixed Focus: Lessons and Warnings on LOVE

"Forgive me for being so ordinary while claiming to know so extraordinary a God." —Jim Elliot (1927-1956), martyred for sharing the love of Christ. In…
Christian Living

Pink Notes – How the Simplest Gestures Change Lives

She was tall and thin, had delicate, freckly skin, and curly, strawberry-blonde hair that was perfectly poofy. Her hair and her sense of style were…
Christian Living
Transcendent Beauty in a Beastly World
Christian Living
How Christians Can Bring Positive Change to America
Christian Living
The Difference Between Imitating and Mimicking and Why It’s Important
Bible Study
When Grace Is Forsaken: The Tragedy of a Deserted Gospel (Part 2 Of 4)
Christian Living
Women Worth Knowing: New Podcast by Cheryl Brodersen
Christian Living
Darlene Diebler Rose: Women Worth Knowing