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Theology

Strange Fire Friendly Fire

In recent months, Pastor John MacArthur took aim at charismatic Christians in general, and Calvary Chapel specifically, as he criticized Christians who hold to what…
History & Holidays

Jesus: The Resurrection and Life

“I am the resurrection and the life.” —John 11:25 Jesus’ claim to be the resurrection and the life is so radical that it does not…
Theology

What I Learned from Darrell Bock about Progressive Dispensationalism

Biblical prophecy is quite a massive subject. When looking at all the various interpretations floating around in the evangelical world, one can feel a little…
Gospel
Advent: The Son
Discipleship
Finding Strength in the Benevolent Gaze of God
Theology
The Post-Apostolic Myth
Theology
Unicorns, Lucky Charms & False Prophecy
Theology
Knowing God is Covenantal Friendship
Theology
Why the Virgin Birth is Essential to Christianity
Culture

Disaster Relief Update

Disaster Relief Update In the last two days, Mercy Chefs has served 9,999 hot meals to the people of Pensacola and neighboring Foley Alabama. At…
Culture

Faith & Politics: A Historical Christian Perspective – Part 1

Introduction This article is based on the positive response that has come out of our men’s group, month-long “faith and politics” series at our church.…
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…
Culture
Conspiracy Theories and The Gospel
Culture
Mission Drift, Political Extremes, and Wisdom in the Negative World – Mike Doyle
Culture
Challenges with Medical Marijuana: Treatment of Pain or Excuse for Pleasure?
Culture
Government Intimidation of Pastors in Houston Texas? A Christian Response
Christian Living
Vincent under the Starry Night of His Calling
Culture
The Star of Bethlehem in Our Lifetime
Gospel

Unity Requires Conversation

A conversation with the right person at the right time can change everything. The other day I walked out of an interview gone wrong. Reeling…
Gospel

What Exactly is Spiritual Thriving?

Everyone is focused on improving themselves during the COVID-19 crisis, but how does that work spiritually? Most people think of adding a lot of spiritual…
Gospel

A Box with a Lid: The Shared Fate of John Chrysostom and the Gospel

This article was supposed to be about John Chrysostom and the historical roots of expositional preaching. It is not. It did not take me long…
Gospel
The Real Meaning of Palm Sunday
Culture
Injustice, Deconstruction, & El Roi
Gospel
What is “Gospel-Centered Renewal” and What Does It Mean for Life and Ministry?
Christian Living
Weapons of this Warfare: Facing the Strongholds of Social Media
Gospel
WIN: Jesus is Victorious
Gospel
Church Planting Like Skateboarding
Ministry & Leadership

Presentation: 10-Minute Seminary: David Guzik on Sermon Prep

| 10-Minute Seminary: David Guzik on Sermon Prep | Presentation: That is the third component in this miniseries on sermon prep “One of the most…
Ministry & Leadership

Where are the Heroes for the Next Generation?

"...O My people! Those who lead you cause you to err, and destroy the way of your paths” (Isaiah 3:12).Isaiah was warning of coming judgment.…
Ministry & Leadership

Reframing the Gospel for the Nations That are Now in Our Neighborhoods Part 2

Is it possible that the first miraculous sign Jesus did, turning water into wine, might actually provide some easy access points to Gospel truths for…
Ministry & Leadership
Introducing Cultivate: A Church Planter Training Program
Ministry & Leadership
What Is the Calvary Chapel View of Church Leadership?
Ministry & Leadership
Life & Leadership Lessons with Nate Holdridge
Ministry & Leadership
Defining the Role of Marriage as a Pastor
Ministry & Leadership
Life on Mission: Called, Equipped and Sent Part 1
Ministry & Leadership
The Anonymity Of Pastoral Work
Discipleship

Good Fear / Bad Fear — Understanding the Difference

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on January 6, 2024. Phil and his wife Joy will be featured speakers at the CGN International Conference…
Discipleship

Do You Understand That We Are the Bride?

Recently, I wrote articles about being servants and being sons. The vastness of our relationship with God is beyond human ability to describe. Thus we…
Discipleship

Lessons I Learned from Marilyn’s Cancer

“And behold there was a loud voice saying ‘Come out to meet your bridegroom.'” On June 16 that was one of the verses in her…
Discipleship
The Paradox of Spiritual Sleepiness
Christian Living
The Power of God’s Word
Discipleship
Unity, Love, and Social Action
Discipleship
Make a Move: Discovering the Better Life God has for You
Discipleship
Worship Leader Must Do’s
Discipleship
The Power of Humility
Christian Living

Four Steps for Dealing with the Messiness of Life

The Christian message is not that life isn’t messy. Honestly, it’s the opposite. The Christian message doesn’t claim that life is neat or tidy or…
Christian Living

Parenting, Perseverance, and God’s Love

Amongst the many well-wishes when our first son was born in 2015 was a consistent message that slowly but surely, “You will now come to…
Christian Living

The Power and Role of Just One Color—Part 3

Editor’s Note: This is the third article in the Power and Role of Just One Color series. Click here to read the first article, published…
Christian Living
Comfort Through the Hard Times: Lessons from the Church of Smyrna
Christian Living
I Don’t Need You
Christian Living
Looking to Jesus — Part 1 of 2
Christian Living
How To Love Difficult People
Christian Living
Funky Feet and Fixed Focus: Lessons and Warnings on LOVE
Christian Living
Anna Spafford Part 1