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Christian Living

The Real Saint Nick

“And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” — Isaiah 9:6b Every Christmas, it seems like Santa Claus…
Theology

Apathy & Prophecy: The Growing Indifference of Millennials Toward dispensationalism

I grew up in Calvary Chapels. From my infant days in Calvary Anaheim to my formative years (and ever since) at Calvary Philly, I know…
Theology

ECCLESIOLOGY 101: The Necessity of the Holy Spirit and the Importance of Prophecy

In 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28, Paul closes this amazing letter by addressing the community of believers at large. In these verses, the Holy Spirit gives a…
Theology
Knowing God is Covenantal Friendship
Theology
Digital Distractions: Five Spiritual & Physical Threats
Ministry & Leadership
What Does It Mean to Teach “the Whole Counsel of God”?
Theology
The Balance Between the Spiritual & Physical World
Theology
A Discussion on the Biblical Theology of Israel Part 1
Theology
ECCLESIOLOGY 101: Praying Alone & Praying Together Part 2
Culture

Five Ways to Protest Like a Christian

The day of “boycott everything” has officially arrived, and America is in protest frenzy. “You stand for a political party I do not like, so…
Culture

Prayer Update

Our prayers continue during this season of several natural disasters occurring. Mexico: Yesterday, local time, Mexico was hit with another 7.1 Magnitude earthquake, with 200…
Culture

The Link: 2021 Missions Conference, Teaching Messianic Prophecies to Teenagers, The Thrill of Hope Advent & More

"Missions Conference 2021"– Calvary Chapel Missions"At the 2021 Missions Conference on January 4-6, we will be exploring what our mission will look like in the…
Culture
The Link: Essential Church, Tim Keller on Racism, CGN Church Relief Fund & More
Culture
Four Practical Ways to Live Like Jesus In Election Season
Culture
The Link: Prayer Around the World, How Pastors Handle Ungathered Worship, Preaching to an Empty Room & More
Culture
Christianity & Culture Series: Classical Music and Christianity
Culture
Florida School Shooting: From the Eyes of an Affected Teenager
Culture
A September 11th Tribute
Gospel

The Essentials of Gospel Proclamation

As aspiring proclaimers of the Gospel we need some essential equipment. First, we must have a true conception of God and how He perceives people.…
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

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
Three Signs of “Drive-By” Evangelism
Gospel
Unity Requires Conversation
Gospel
This is the Way: The Mandalorian and Ancient Creedal Christianity
Gospel
How the Gospel Heals Shame
Gospel
The Throne Room of God – Comfort for a Troubled World
Gospel
What is “Gospel-Centered Renewal” and What Does It Mean for Life and Ministry?
Ministry & Leadership

Sailing into Stormy Seas

The pre-tribulation rapture is a Calvary Chapel distinctive. But that doesn’t mean we expect things to be all roses before the Rapture. On the contrary,…
Ministry & Leadership

It’s all about Jesus

“There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. He came as a witness, to bear witness about the light, that all might…
Ministry & Leadership

Women in Ministry: What CGN Churches Believe

In this episode of the CGN Mission & Methods Podcast, we open our Bibles to examine the much-debated topic of the role of women in…
Ministry & Leadership
4 Principles of Biblical Church Government
Ministry & Leadership
Expositors Collective: Sample of a Christ-Centered Sermon
Ministry & Leadership
Rethinking Discipleship: One Woman’s Perspective
Ministry & Leadership
God is in Seattle: A Compelling Interview with Pastor Wayne Taylor
Ministry & Leadership
Best of Series: David Guzik on Bible Study,
Ministry & Leadership
Expositors Collective Training Weekend
Culture

Be the Change You Wish to See in the Church

If you spend any amount of time online or on social media, you are likely aware of the global microscope that is currently examining the…
Discipleship

Recovering the Lost Art of Conversation

One of the most meaningful, worthwhile things in the world is on the verge of extinction. If it were a rare breed of bird, many…
Discipleship

Unity, Love, and Social Action

I believe that apologetics is more than a defense. It’s the presentation of an alternative to, or correction for, a non-biblical worldview. This includes friendship…
Discipleship
A Life Rearranged: An Important Lesson Learned in Nicaragua
Discipleship
Good Friday
Discipleship
Intentional Relational Leadership: How to Develop Leaders in Real Life—Part 2
Discipleship
The Tenacity of Amy Carmichael
Discipleship
How to Respond when You become a Public Piñata
Discipleship
God Renews His People with the Word (Nehemiah 8)
Christian Living

How Jesus Treats Women Struggling with Sexual Sin

In my last article, we left off with a few questions to ponder about our view toward lust. Whether we hold any double standards when…
Christian Living

Where to Find Wisdom

I love the book of Job. I am so glad that God included it in the Bible. Its wisdom and raw gritty honesty about suffering…
Christian Living

A Paradigm for Christian Education

The current crisis of the evangelical church in America is being called a “massive discipleship failure caused by a massive catechesis failure.”1 The ideologies of…
Christian Living
Harriet Beecher Stowe: Women Worth Knowing
Christian Living
Will You Allow Christ to Delete Your Shame?
Christian Living
Bench the Hype — Part 1
Christian Living
Hannah More Part 2
Christian Living
Divine Presence and Peace: Unpacking the Aaronic Blessing in Everyday Life
Christian Living
3 Keys to Create Margin for What Matters Most