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Having Begun in the Spirit

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Theology

Theology

Answering Tough Questions about CRT, LGBTQ Issues, and Spiritual Formation.

What do CGN leaders believe about things like Critical Race Theory, or how we should relate to those who identify as LGBTQ? Is talking about…
Theology

ECCLESIOLOGY 101: Respecting Leaders and Relating to Others

"We ask you, brothers, to respect those who labor among you and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and to esteem them…
Theology

Why the Virgin Birth is Essential to Christianity

Mary spoke these words, perplexed by the news the angel gave her, “How can this be, since I do not know not a man?” People…
Theology
Worship: Participation in the Trinity
Theology
The Hope of Israel
Theology
Solus Christus: Why We Don’t Put Our Faith In Churches, Leaders Or Rituals
Theology
Did Jesus Cast Aside His Deity In The Incarnation?
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Critiquing Cessationism: The Gifts of the Spirit & the Church Today
Christian Living
Surrendering the Adrenaline: A Peace Offering

Culture

Culture

The Link: How Do We Work Toward Racial Equality, Race, Gospel, Justice & More

"How Do We Work Together Towards Racial Equality?"– Salem Baptist Church"Church and evangelical leaders, Brian Brodersen, James Meeks, Ed Stetzer, Laurel Bunker, Charlie Dates and…
Culture

Pray for Florida

We are so saddened by the news of a mass school shooting in Parkland, Florida. Our prayers go out to the victims, the victim's families…
Culture

Ministering in Ukraine During the War: How God is Working & How to Pray

Benjamin Morrison is a missionary in Ukraine and the pastor of Calvary Chapel Svitlovodsk in Central Ukraine. Ben is also a leader with City to…
Culture
Finding Community and Hope: The Spiritual Needs of Ukrainian Refugees
Culture
May the Fourth Be With You
Culture
Robin Williams and Secret Suffering
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Terror in Barcelona, Spain
Culture
Asbury – A Helpful Perspective From Gavin Ortlund
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Pray for Texas

The Gospel

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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

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

Pierced by the Lord: Thoughts on Good Friday

I was reading through my Bible reading plan, which currently has me in the book of Jeremiah, and I came across a phrase that gave…
Gospel
How To Wreck a Sermon: 5 Simple Steps
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From Pastors to Podcasts
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Peace on Earth
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Knowing God
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Church Planting Like Skateboarding
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Proclaiming the Gospel According to Charles Spurgeon

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A Time of Lament

We find ourselves living at a time of great fear, sorrow and disappointment. Many of us are faced with dilemmas that we never expected, like…
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CGN COVID-19 Update: Faithfulness Through the Crisis

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to alter our social landscape on a global scale, Pastor Brian Brodersen shares an encouraging message about ways God is…
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10 Easter Tips for Pastors

My first Easter as pastor of Calvary Monterey, I preached from John 20, and someone put some flowers in front of the pulpit—and that was…
Ministry & Leadership
4 Ways Life-change Can Be Good…even if it hurts
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Things That Matter: Preachers Need to Laugh
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Calvary Chapel Bible College Israel
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Overcoming Moralism In The Church
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How to Discover God’s Will in Every Situation
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Expositors Collective: Sample of a Christ-Centered Sermon

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The Holy Spirit & Intentionality in Discipleship

Originally published on March 1, 2016 I’m not a huge pastry fan, but I do enjoy a fresh, hot slice of apple pie with a…
Discipleship

Treasures from a Life Lived Under God’s Word

I grew up at Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa under the teaching of Pastor Chuck Smith. I didn’t realize at the time how fortunate I…
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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…
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The Church & Victims of Depression
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The Role of the Gospel in the Believer’s Life
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How Vigilant Are You with the Company You Keep?
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Why I’m Called to Serve My City
Discipleship
Are You a Missionary?
Discipleship
Ten Things Every Calvary Kid Knows

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Seeds of Hope in the Tragedies of Life

The lowly dandelion has always been one of my favorite flowers.While I can’t bring a bouquet of them inside and place them in a vase,…
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Don’t Quit

Every difficulty we experience in life is either an opportunity or an obstacle. The Chinese symbol for the word “crisis” is actually two separate symbols:…
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Having Begun in the Spirit

A Word to Pastors and Leaders As pastors and leaders, we must continually return to Paul’s question: Having begun in the Spirit, are we now…
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The Purpose of Life in a Secular Age
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“Sinner” is No Longer Your True Identity
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Vulnerability, Failure, and Walking On Water
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How Do You Handle Betrayal?
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A Fresh Approach to Daily Devotions
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Seven Principles for Cross-Cultural Impact