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Discipleship

Gossip & The Gospel

I recently talked with a good friend and the conversation turned to (among many things) the topic of gossip. It went something like this: Person…
Theology

Take a Hike – Journeying Through the Songs of Ascents

“Take a Hike” - A Journey through the Psalms of Ascents Psalms 120-134“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.” Helen Keller“These are…
Theology

The Gifts: Defined and Referenced

Word of wisdom- A word of wisdom comes when critical issues arise and important decisions must be made. It is a wise word that is…
Theology
FB Live Talk on Creativity & Theology
Culture
What is Postmodernism, and Why Should we care?
Theology
Disagreeing Agreeably About Soteriological Issues
Theology
The “Good People” Myth
Discipleship
Wake Up To The Story – Resisting Apathy pt.1
Theology
ECCLESIOLOGY 101: How the Local Church Lives and Breathes Led by the Spirit Part 2
Culture

Religious Freedom, The Wounds of a Friend, Dr. Lu Wing on Vaccines & More

"The Equality Act, People of Faith, and Religious Freedom"– Christianity Today"I’ve written before on the Equality Act. As one who believes that all people are…
Culture

Faith and Politics: A Historical Perspective – Part 3

This article is Part 3 of a 3 part series. You can find Part 1 & 2 here: Part 1 Part 2 Part 1 in…
Culture

Be the Change You Wish to See in the Church

If you spend any amount of time online or on social media, you are likely aware of the global microscope that is currently examining the…
Culture
The Link: Contextualizing the Gospel, Real World Questions, When to Stop Studying & More
Culture
Pray for Texas
Culture
Should the Church Embrace Kanye West?
Culture
The Link: Billy Graham Statue in U.S. Capitol, CGN International Conference, Biblical Critique of Secular Justice & More
Culture
Pray for Australia: An Update from Bruce Clarke
Culture
The Link: Kobe Bryant, CGN Local Connectors, Serbia Migrants & More
Gospel

Why The Gospel Is Central

In past years there has been a re-emphasis and refocus on the centrality of the gospel. It's easy to notice how many organizations, books, conferences…
Gospel

Meditations on Good Friday

“Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day” (1 Corinthians 15:3-5). Good…
Gospel

Mecca Moslems vs. Medina Moslems

Many find it confusing that in some places the Quran encourages peace, and in others it says to “kill the infidels.” The Quran was not…
Gospel
What is CGN Doing to Help Churches in Practical Ways?
Culture
Rural America Matters Too
Gospel
Women Called by God: Helen Roseveare
Culture
Finding Community and Hope: The Spiritual Needs of Ukrainian Refugees
Gospel
The Death of God
Christian Living
Evangelism During a Pandemic? – with Joel Turner
Ministry & Leadership

Four Ways to be Commissioned in the City

The CGN International Conference is focusing on this year's theme, "Commissioned: Urban Ministry in a Post-Everything World," on June 24-27, 2019. Visit cgn.calvarychapel.flywheelsites.com for more…
Discipleship

Why I’m Called to Serve My City

I decided to run for a seat on the Oxnard City Council in the recent midterm elections, after it became clear that was what God’s…
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…
Christian Living
Preaching for a Price: The High Cost of Tainted Motives
Ministry & Leadership
Who am I? Human Identity & the Gospel in a Confusing World
Ministry & Leadership
Q&A Interview with Pam Markey of CCBC Europe
Ministry & Leadership
Things That Matter The Pastor as a Shepherd
Culture
New Episodes: CGN- Leading in COVID-19 Podcast
Gospel
Friends Not Foes
Discipleship

Five Points on Our Need for Community

It is an interesting time that we live in. People are more connected than they have ever been yet more isolated than ever as well.…
Discipleship

Make a Move: Discovering the Better Life God has for You

“We gotta get outta this place” — The Animals “I thought happiness was Lubbock Texas in my rearview mirror.” — Mac Davis “Let us press…
Discipleship

Sermon-Based Small Groups: Making Disciples in Small Groups with Expository Preaching

What is my story with sermon-based small groups? On July 27, 2017, our world lost a legend. It was on that day Haddon Robinson stepped…
Discipleship
Unity, Love, and Social Action
Discipleship
Calvary Chapel Needs Scholars
Discipleship
Finding Strength in the Benevolent Gaze of God
Discipleship
The Cure to Stop Feeling Guilty
Discipleship
Why Does God Make Us Wait?
Discipleship
The Way We Repent
Christian Living

Christina Moir Forsyth: Women Worth Knowing

Christina Moir Forsyth (1844-1919): Erroneously called "The Loneliest Woman in Africa," Scottish missionary Christina Forsyth never felt alone with the Lord by her side as…
Christian Living

Eliza Davis George

Eliza Davis George (1879-1979): Eliza Davis George may be one of the most remarkable women you haven’t heard of! As the daughter of former slaves,…
Christian Living

Svieta’s Story: A Refugee’s Story of Overcoming Loss and Finding Community & Purpose

Svieta and her husband Ruslan had two daughters and lived in Mykolaiv, Ukraine. Svieta had a flourishing business as a specialty baker, and her husband…
Christian Living
“Sinner” is No Longer Your True Identity
Christian Living
When We Run, We Feel His Pleasure
Christian Living
Hope Hurts Sometimes
Christian Living
Legalism or Realism: Understanding the Difference
Christian Living
Sir Titus Salt, Stewardship, and Christmas
Christian Living
Vulnerability, Failure, and Walking On Water