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Theology

Finally, The Spiritual Battle

Many Christians begin their life in Jesus Christ somewhat ignorant of the idea of spiritual battle. They find it easy to ignore what the Bible…
Theology

For the Card-carrying New Calvinist

Recently I came across an episode of the Ask Pastor John podcast series from Desiring God on the topic of New Calvinism. As a fan…
Theology

Apathy & Prophecy: The Growing Indifference of Millennials Toward dispensationalism

I grew up in Calvary Chapels. From my infant days in Calvary Anaheim to my formative years (and ever since) at Calvary Philly, I know…
Podcasts
Does God Cause Evil and Suffering? – ft Gerry Breshears and John Piper
Theology
Does Hell Really Exist?
Culture
Evan Wickham: Hope for Doubters & Deconstructionists
Theology
Theological Continuationist Practical Cessationist
Theology
A Study in the Book of Hebrews: The Centrality of Jesus
Christian Living
Diving Deeper into Doubts and Questions
Culture

CGN Leadership Statement on Racism

Preamble In response to the historic, present, and ongoing discrimination against people of color in the United States of America (USA), which has been too…
Christian Living

Cross-Cultural Christianity with Phil Metzger

Aaron sits down with Phil Metzger (lead pastor at Calvary San Diego) to talk about the art of "Crossing Cultures." Phil and his family have…
Culture

The Grinch, the Christ and the Meaning of Christmas

“For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will…
Christian Living
Vincent under the Starry Night of His Calling
Culture
Why I Am a Single-Issue Voter
Culture
Loving Our Neighbors in Orlando and Beyond
Culture
CGN Relief Fund – Ukraine
Culture
The Final Countdown: What Do I Decide This Presidential Election?
Culture
The Link: Kobe Bryant, CGN Local Connectors, Serbia Migrants & 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

Advent: The Son

Part 2 of 3 * This article is adapted from a series of papers written for Western Seminary. Continuing this three-part celebration of Advent, this…
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…
Culture
A Response To Jordan Peterson from a Protestant Christian Pastor
Gospel
The Throne Room of God – Comfort for a Troubled World
Gospel
Persecution Will End
Gospel
Why The Gospel Is Central
Gospel
Proclaiming the Gospel According to Charles Spurgeon
Gospel
Returning to the Gospel on Reformation Day
Ministry & Leadership

6 Twitter Tips for Aspiring Hipster Pastors

Do you long to be worthy of being anointed with the coveted title of hipster pastor? Are you tired of being perceived as a mere…
Ministry & Leadership

Calvary Chapel/ CGN International Conference ONLINE!

Conference dates and more information will be coming soon! In light of COVID-19, the Calvary Chapel/CGN Conference "Essential Church: Identity, Power and Mission" will be…
Gospel

From Waiting to Witnessing

In 1992, I sat in a classroom at the School of Ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. Every Friday morning, Pastor Chuck Smith would walk…
Ministry & Leadership
10 Easter Tips for Pastors
Ministry & Leadership
10-Minute Seminary: Phil Metzger on Multi-cultural Ministry
Ministry & Leadership
Exposing Truth: Engaging a New Generation with the Need for Expository Teaching
Ministry & Leadership
What Does CGN Believe about Ecclesiology and Church Government?
Christian Living
Gospel-Centered Life
Ministry & Leadership
10 Minute Seminary: Principles for Healthy Pastoral Transitions
Discipleship

How to Respond to Distraction as a Pastoral Leader

This is a message to pastors and those involved in church leadership, but I believe it is relevant to us all! We experienced a new…
Discipleship

The Benefit of Christ as Our Foundation

As music students, we all remember those first exciting and difficult lessons. The overwhelming discomfort and frustration that naturally comes from having someone judge and…
Discipleship

Come to the Resurrection

"Jesus said to her, 'I am the Resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever…
Discipleship
How to Impress Jonathan Edwards
Discipleship
Our Father Knows What We Need
Discipleship
Four Adjectives of Discipleship
Discipleship
Good Friday
Christian Living
A Fresh Approach to Daily Devotions
Discipleship
Lessons in Leadership Part 1: Who is in Charge of Your Church?
Christian Living

A Dangerous Liturgy: How Pornography Deforms Us

When we think about the effects of pornography, we generally stop once we’ve defined it as morally wrong. We rarely take time to think about…
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

Has a Piece of Sin Latched Onto You?

You don't exactly plan to be living in luxury on a mission trip, but you do hope to at least get a good night's sleep.…
Christian Living
Real Christians Can’t Watch the Oscars…or Can They?
Christian Living
Don’t Fear Loneliness
Christian Living
God is Always Doing Something New
Christian Living
Asking the Right Questions
Christian Living
Corrie ten Boom Part 2: Women Worth Knowing
Christian Living
Why Scars Give You an Advantage in Life