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Discipleship

Holiness = Doing Justice

I’m an optimist. Which might surprise people who think I’m a Seattle-type emo cynic who listens to obscure music and watches depressing movies all the…
Theology

3 Reasons Dispensationalism has Lost Appeal for Young Leaders

In my last post I noted the beginning of a shift in the way younger evangelicals, and specifically those connected with Calvary Chapel, viewed eschatological…
Theology

Knowing God is Covenantal Friendship

In the 90’s, I was part of what we called an “Emo” band. (My kids have made me aware of just how much this term…
Theology
Finite sins and eternal punishment
Discipleship
Calvary Chapel Needs Scholars
Ministry & Leadership
What Does It Mean to Teach “the Whole Counsel of God”?
Theology
ECCLESIOLOGY 101: How the Local Church Lives and Breathes Led by the Spirit
Christian Living
What Should We Do with Our Doubts? – Ft. Dominic Done
Theology
The Purpose Of Sex: Homosexuality And The Bible
Culture

Why I Wouldn’t Attend A Same-Sex Wedding

Our culture is in the throes of dealing with same-sex marriage, both legally and relationally. There’s a good chance many of us will soon face…
Culture

God’s Goodness in the Midst of COVID

Monday, May 11, began a new chapter in France's struggle with the Coronavirus. The time of confinement is transitioning into renewed activity. Many people are…
Culture

Pray for California

We are so saddened by the wild fires happening in California. Please be in prayer for the victims and their families.
Culture
CC Jinja Relief, Pondering the U.S. Presidential Election, Restoration with Lecrae & More
Culture
The Link: Ravi Zacharias, Equality Act, Ancient Creedal Christianity & More
Culture
The Link: Political Endgame, Junk DNA, Thanksgiving & More
Culture
Privilege, Oppression, Intersectionality and the Church, Cancel Culture, Elisabeth Elliot and More
Culture
Thoughts on the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church Shooting
Articles
How Strongholds Threaten a Biblical Worldview
Culture

Seeing, Hearing, Caring: Finding Jesus Standing With The Hurting

On Sunday morning, June 12, 2016, while on a trip to Seattle for a friend’s wedding, I woke up, grabbed my phone, opened up Facebook…
Gospel

Friends Not Foes

  Treat those on Christ’s side as friends not foes, For he who is not against us is on our side. Mark 9:40   We…
Gospel

Preaching the Gospel (to Myself)

Over and over again, I discover how easy it is to say the right things, yet how often I must be reminded to live them.…
Gospel
What is CGN Doing to Help Churches in Practical Ways?
Gospel
What Exactly is Spiritual Thriving?
Culture
A Tribute to Billy Graham
Culture
The Music of Hope and the Gospel
Gospel
I Am the Resurrection and the Life
Gospel
Three Thoughts on Effective Short Term Missions
Discipleship

Why I’m Called to Serve My City

I decided to run for a seat on the Oxnard City Council in the recent midterm elections, after it became clear that was what God’s…
Ministry & Leadership

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

Three Benefits of Seeing Christ in the Old Testament

“The Old Testament follows God’s one great plan for human history and redemption, and the plan is not only from him, but centers on him:…
Ministry & Leadership
Four Ways to be Commissioned in the City
Ministry & Leadership
The Power of Online Ministry – Mike Winger
Discipleship
Experiencing an Insurrection of Kindness in Your Ministry
Ministry & Leadership
Calvary Chapel Bible College Israel
Ministry & Leadership
The Call to be a Pastor’s Wife
Ministry & Leadership
The Importance of Vision Casting in Ministry
Discipleship

Why I’m Called to Serve My City

I decided to run for a seat on the Oxnard City Council in the recent midterm elections, after it became clear that was what God’s…
Discipleship

When The Path Leads Through Pain

“My back is covered with cuts, as if a farmer had plowed long furrows” - (Psalm 129:3 NLT)“Be kind. Everyone you meet is carrying a…
Discipleship

Bridging the Generational Gap in Our Churches

In a movement that is about 50 years old like ours, it’s one of the pressing issues of our day: How do we keep the…
Discipleship
Seven Ways to Become a Person of God
Discipleship
Soteriology in the Middle Part 1
Discipleship
The Church & Victims of Depression
Discipleship
Family Before Ministry: Four Points for Maintaining Healthy Balance
Discipleship
Reflecting Grace and Truth
Discipleship
Kay Smith — Woman of Influence
Christian Living

Corrie ten Boom Part 1: Women Worth Knowing

Corrie ten Boom (1892-1983): Join us for a two-part journey through the incredible life and testimony of Corrie ten Boom, one of the most well-known…
Christian Living

Washing Feet and Loving Others

"Owe no one anything except to love one another." Paul gives us this pithy commandment in Romans 13. But if we’re honest, we might be…
Christian Living

He Became Poor For Us (2 Corinthians 8:9)

For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you…
Christian Living
Work Out Your Own Salvation
Christian Living
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome – With Mike Neglia
Christian Living
Why Scars Give You an Advantage in Life
Christian Living
How Do You Handle Betrayal?
Christian Living
Want To Be A Good Witness? Do Your Job Well.
Christian Living
Understanding the Difference Between Abiding & Abounding