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Theology

Grace: The Anti-Karma

Whether you realize it or not, many people in your church believe in karma. They might not have ever read Hindu scripture. They might not…
History & Holidays

A Christian Perspective on Purim

Editor’s Note: Dr. Hernandez’s article was previously published on March 13, 2017. This year (2024), Purim takes place from sundown March 23 to nightfall on…
Theology

The Way of Peter vs The Way of Jesus

The way of Peter will always be more attractive to the flesh than the way of Jesus. In a culture that despises any sign of…
Theology
For the Card-carrying New Calvinist
Theology
Sola Scriptura: Biblical Authority And The People Of God
Theology
The Bible Says It’s Sin
History & Holidays
Why Jesus Came to Us – An Advent Meditation
Christian Living
Christmas: The Great Rescue Mission
Theology
Four Messy Essential Realities About Grace and Truth
Culture

The Link: Kanye West, Are Christians Intolerant, Ecclesiology 101 & More

"Should The Church Embrace Kanye West?"– CalvaryChapel.com”By releasing this album, Kanye is presenting the most controversial subject ever to the world, the media and the…
Culture

The Link: C.S. Lewis Understood 2020 Better than Us, The Promise of Peace Advent, Elliot Page & More

"Why C.S. Lewis Understood 2020 Better Than We Do."– Pelos"However he gained it, Lewis’ perspective on science is one reason why he is a better…
Culture

The Link: Google Searches for Prayer, Church Response to the Virus, Bart Ehrman & More

"Rhythms for Life: Google Searches for Prayer, Facing our Fears and How Jesus Taught us to Pray"– Reality Church London"Why are people searching the internet…
Culture
Video Series: How To Watch A Movie (As A Christian)
Culture
How Can We Be A Light In A Politically Divided World? (With Scott Curran) | Tough Questions For The Current Crisis Miniseries P4
Christian Living
Herzl, Dreyfus, and Antisemitism Today
Culture
N.T. Wright on Crucifixion, “Eyes That Seen Plenty,” Is God Allowing Suffering & More
Culture
Should the Church Embrace Kanye West?
Culture
The Link: CGN Partnerships, Upcoming Conferences, Unbelievable Panel & More
Gospel

6 Reasons Why I Believe Jesus is God

There is much debate about who Jesus is. Some believe he was a good man or a great prophet. Others claim he was an angel…
Gospel

Returning to the Gospel on Reformation Day

Have you ever noticed that our society celebrates everything? In September alone, we celebrated "Random Acts of Poetry Day" (September 6), "Video Games Day" (September…
Gospel

What is “Gospel-Centered Renewal” and What Does It Mean for Life and Ministry?

One of the phrases you might hear us use to describe who we are and what we’re about as Calvary Global Network, is the phrase:…
Gospel
The Death of God
Gospel
What Exactly is Spiritual Thriving?
Gospel
The Throne Room of God – Comfort for a Troubled World
Gospel
Mecca Moslems vs. Medina Moslems
Gospel
Reframing the Gospel for the Nations in Our Neighborhoods
Gospel
Knowing God
Ministry & Leadership

Don’t Try To Build The House While It’s Burning – with Justin Thomas

2020 seemed to tear everything apart. The normal structures of our lives, our work, and our relationships seems to have fallen completely apart. For many…
Ministry & Leadership

An Open Letter to Pastors and Ministry Leaders: Pastoring Contrasted with Being a Missionary

An open letter to Senior Pastors and church leaders about missionaries: "Brethren, As a former missionary, church planter and pastor, I’d like to provoke you…
Ministry & Leadership

Church Planting and the Health of Calvary Chapel

The health of our movement is fantastic but there is one thing …I’ve been blessed to be a Calvary Chapel pastor for twenty-plus years. I’m…
Ministry & Leadership
50 Healthy Church Leader Tips
Discipleship
Does Love-Fueled Ministry Exist?
Gospel
Seven Moments That Demonstrate Global Missions Matter
Christian Living
God Equips You for Your Ministry: Welsh Missionary John Jenkins
Ministry & Leadership
Lies Pastors (And Christians) Believe
Ministry & Leadership
Every Sermon Should Have A Purpose And A Point
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…
Discipleship

The Paradox of Spiritual Sleepiness

There is something within us that knows we need sleep (I rub my red eyes and yawn as I write this), but we seem to…
Discipleship

Angels Landing

“Let’s go on a hike,” my husband said. “It’ll be fun,” he said. I was all-in, but I had no idea what I was really…
Discipleship
The Cure to Stop Feeling Guilty
Discipleship
Why I’m Called to Serve My City
Discipleship
The Blessings of the Exile
Discipleship
Bridging the Generational Gap in Our Churches
Discipleship
Bridge Building + Creating a Disciple-Making Culture
Discipleship
The Role of the Gospel in the Believer’s Life
Christian Living

The Key to Endure Through Pain

"I shall go down to Sheol to my son, mourning..All this has come against me” (Genesis 37:35, 42:36).The pain was immense.No man should’ve ever had…
Christian Living

Work Out Your Own Salvation

Maybe you’ve heard of CrossFit. I’m one of those crazy people who have bought into their way of using constantly varied, functional movements at a…
Christian Living

How to Rejoice Always in Ministry

"Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice" (Philippians 4:4). What kind of wild man tells a group of people to rejoice at…
Christian Living
Four Ways the Bible Encourages Creative Expression
Christian Living
Lessons on Compromise and Concession from Gibraltar
Christian Living
How Do We Understand God’s Glory?
Christian Living
A Reminder of Grace on a Sunny Day
Bible Study
An Introduction to Eternity Now: Discovering Eternal Life with Daily Readings through Philippians by Bradley Hall
Christian Living
Five Reasons to go to Small Groups AND Main Services