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Is God Allowing Suffering Just as Bad as Him Causing It?

When God made the world, he called it good... and yet when we look at the world today, a lot of times it doesn't really…
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…
Theology

Disagreeing Agreeably About Soteriological Issues

Soteriology is a technical word in Christian theology describing how men and women gain salvation in Jesus Christ. Christians agree that Jesus is the Savior,…
History & Holidays
A Christian Perspective on Purim
Christian Living
5 Reasons We Need the Old Testament
Theology
Strange Fire Friendly Fire
Theology
The “Good People” Myth
Culture
God’s Goodness in the Midst of COVID
Christian Living
The Real Saint Nick
Culture

The Link: 2021 Missions Conference, Teaching Messianic Prophecies to Teenagers, The Thrill of Hope Advent & More

"Missions Conference 2021"– Calvary Chapel Missions"At the 2021 Missions Conference on January 4-6, we will be exploring what our mission will look like in the…
Culture

A Film Review: “Annihilation”

The idea of existential nihilism couldn't be more opposed to my Biblical, Christian worldview. To think that everything we see and experience ultimately lacks purpose…
Culture

Subversive Radicalism: Response to the London Attack

The slogan “Keep Calm and Carry On” was developed during World War II during the Nazi terror (Blitz) attacks on London, when Germany was radicalized…
Culture
Answers for a Post-Christian Culture
Culture
Joker in Our Culture: Thoughts on the Film
Culture
Pray for Texas
Culture
N.T. Wright on Crucifixion, “Eyes That Seen Plenty,” Is God Allowing Suffering & More
Culture
Why Stephen Fry is Wrong
Culture
Relief for fire victims in Paradise, CA
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

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…
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…
Culture
Injustice, Deconstruction, & El Roi
Gospel
Pierced by the Lord: Thoughts on Good Friday
Gospel
Peace on Earth
Gospel
Advent: The Holy Spirit
Discipleship
The Church & Victims of Depression
Gospel
The Essentials of Gospel Proclamation
Ministry & Leadership

Prophetic Gifting, Proper Grammar & Possible Tattoos with Sam Storms

Sam Storms is a veteran preacher, author and seminary professor with nearly five decadesof ministry experience in thisinterview (originally released in April of 2022)He emphasizes…
Ministry & Leadership

What Does It Mean to Teach “the Whole Counsel of God”?

In Acts 20:26 Paul the Apostle tells the leaders of the Ephesian church that he innocent of their blood because, during his time in Ephesus,…
Ministry & Leadership

Seven Lessons Learned About Preaching at Funerals

In my 18+ years of pastoring, I have officiated a lot of funerals. Each one is unique, with particular opportunities to minister to the remaining…
Articles
Women’s Bible Study, Where Are You?
Ministry & Leadership
Defining the Role of Marriage as a Pastor
Culture
New Episodes: CGN- Leading in COVID-19 Podcast
Ministry & Leadership
Quickly building websites for Churches
Ministry & Leadership
Missions Conference 2020: The Church That God Plants
Ministry & Leadership
Things That Matter: The Pastor as a Counselor
Discipleship

The Tenacity of Amy Carmichael

"But as it is, they desire a better country, that is, a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God; for…
Discipleship

Pastoral Ministry: The Balance Between Study & Family

There is a time for study. It’s one of the benefits of pastoring or teaching the Bible in any capacity. My favorite part has always…
Discipleship

Teach Me Your Way: Three Reminders that God Knows What is Best

“Teach me your way, O LORD, that I may walk in your truth; unite my heart to fear your name. I give thanks to you,…
Discipleship
Finding Strength in the Benevolent Gaze of God
Discipleship
Bridging the Generational Gap in Our Churches
Discipleship
A Case for Leadership Coaching
Discipleship
The Paradox of Spiritual Sleepiness
Discipleship
Act as if God Exists
Christian Living
I Don’t Need You
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

Purity Culture: It’s A Different Gospel

As an avid viewer of documentaries, and in particular those uncovering the inner workings of religious cults, I recently watched the Amazon Studios series Shiny…
Christian Living

Home for Christmas: Pondering the Gospel this Advent Season

Christmas is often a time of reminiscing, rejoicing and reconnecting with family and friends. It is the occasion to celebrate with friends and family that…
Christian Living
Five Reasons to go to Small Groups AND Main Services
Christian Living
What Worship Can Accomplish
Christian Living
Why Christians Should Enjoy Life
Christian Living
Women Worth Knowing: New Podcast by Cheryl Brodersen
Christian Living
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome – With Mike Neglia
Christian Living
Good News for Zechariah and for Us