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Christian Living

5 Reasons We Need the Old Testament

It seems that no matter how much nuanced hinting or explicit declaration happens in churches, people still stumble over the question of “Do we need…
Discipleship

Augustine & Disordered Loves

Originally published on Nick’s blog on April 11, 2019. At age 19, Augustine Aurelius—later to be known as Augustine of Hippo—read a dialogue by the…
Podcasts

Does God Cause Evil and Suffering? – ft Gerry Breshears and John Piper

In this episode, we dive into some dangerous territory: questions about God's sovereignty. The sovereignty of God can be an extremely challenging topic for Christians.…
Theology
The “Good People” Myth
Podcasts
Crying Out To The Father – A study of God’s Fatherhood
Theology
ECCLESIOLOGY 101: Praying Alone & Praying Together Part 2
Articles
Fundamentalists, Progressives, and Theological Method
History & Holidays
The Mystery of the Cross
Christian Living
Surrendering the Adrenaline: A Peace Offering
Culture

The Dangers of Postmodernism

Postmodernism may be today’s common thinking, but is that a good thing? In this episode, Brian and Aaron push past the facade of freedom postmodernism…
Culture

I Am an Immigrant

I realized this week a startling fact: I am an immigrant. (Technically, still in progress, with a long road ahead unless I can convince a…
Christian Living

How to Be a Good American Christian: 7 Keys for Balancing Patriotism & Faith

1. We Are Dual CitizensGod says that believers in Jesus Christ have citizenship in heaven (Philippians 3:20, Ephesians 2:19) and He told us to be…
Culture
The Link: Walking through Doubt, An Unexpected Mission Field, Leading an Interactive Bible Study & More
Culture
Mayor of a One-Horse Town
Culture
A Window in Time: Israel’s 70th Anniversary
Culture
The Link: Marty Sampson, Alice Cooper Interview, The Gospel & Cultural Engagement, and more!
Culture
Christianity & Culture Series: Classical Music and Christianity
Culture
Christmas Edition: J.K. Rowling, Charlie Brown Theology, Tidings of Comfort & More
Gospel

Contextualizing the Gospel: An Example Set by Jesus

In my last article, I wrote about how contextualization was not about the church becoming more worldly. We looked back at the creational mandate for…
Gospel

What is CGN Doing to Help Churches in Practical Ways?

What is CGN doing to help churches in practical ways, including finances, pastoral coaching, and other resources? In this episode, I speak with Kellen Criswell…
Gospel

Knowing God

Originally published on Feb 17, 2014   "What were we made for? What aim should we set ourselves in life? What is the best thing…
Gospel
From Pastors to Podcasts
Gospel
Three Signs of “Drive-By” Evangelism
Gospel
WIN: Jesus is Victorious
Gospel
Unity Requires Conversation
Gospel
To Kill or to Crown Jesus?
Gospel
The Essentials of Gospel Proclamation
Ministry & Leadership

Where He Leads, He Guides: An Unending Story

Two and a half years ago, I was sitting in a church service at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. It was an ordinary Wednesday night, and…
Announcements

Conference Conversations: What is Offered in Spanish This year?

Cinthya Rios from the Spanish Translation Team shares what will be offered in Spanish at this year's Calvary Chapel CGN International Conference. Learn more and…
Ministry & Leadership

A Guide for Shepherds from the Apostle Peter

  So I exhort the elders among you, as a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as well as a partaker…
Ministry & Leadership
Co-laborers or Competition? Calvary Chapel & Other Church Planting Movements
Ministry & Leadership
Prophetic Gifting, Proper Grammar & Possible Tattoos with Sam Storms
Announcements
IGTV Conversations: Let’s Talk About Vision!
Ministry & Leadership
Presentation: 10-Minute Seminary: David Guzik on Sermon Prep
Discipleship
Why I’m Called to Serve My City
Ministry & Leadership
What Does CGN Believe about Ecclesiology and Church Government?
Discipleship

Training a Church to Love the Depressed – Part 2

This is Part 2 of a 3 part series. You can find Part 1 here: The Church & Victims Of Depression Providing Training In our…
Discipleship

Are We Reluctant Obeyers?

Often, everyday life reminds us of great truths. Last summer, when I was in Washington, I was driving my dad’s pickup truck with a 35-foot…
Discipleship

Belle Patrick: A Kind of Missionary

Perhaps you have heard of reluctant missionaries and pioneer missionaries, but have you ever heard of “a kind of missionary?” This was Patrick Collinson’s description…
Discipleship
Why Zeal for Jesus is Important
Discipleship
The Blessings of the Exile
Articles
The Availability of Revival
Christian Living
Ten Helpful Tips for Fruitful Daily Worship
Discipleship
Wake Up To The Story – Resisting Apathy pt.1
Discipleship
A Calvary Chapel Perspective on Preaching
Christian Living

Ten Helpful Tips for Fruitful Daily Worship

Do you struggle with finding time to spend in God’s presence on a regular basis? If so, you are not alone. Many Christians do not…
Christian Living

How Creation Reminds Us to See the Glory Behind the Beauty

“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of Hosts; the whole earth is full of His glory!” (Isaiah 6:1). “The heavens proclaim the glory of God.…
Christian Living

The Effect of Being Reasonable in Conversation

On Labor Day, my wife Karen and I hosted a BBQ in our condo complex, and some of our neighbors joined the fun. One couple…
Christian Living
Exchanging Heaven for Here
Christian Living
The Early Tree
Christian Living
Learning to Dwell in the Secret Place
Christian Living
Gospel-Centered Life
Christian Living
Looking to Jesus — Part 1 of 2
Christian Living
Does Your Speech Bite Like a Serpent?