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Theology

Is Belief in a Literal Resurrection of Christ Really Important

In 1 Corinthians 15:12-20 Paul states this truth in a way that shows what our lives would be if Jesus Christ had not risen from…
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

Sola Gratia: The Beauty & Sufficiency Of Grace In The Salvation Of Sinners

Editor’s note: This article was originally published on September 7, 2017 and is part three of a five-part series. 2023 marks the 506th anniversary. Soon…
Culture
What is Postmodernism, and Why Should we care?
Theology
A Second Look at the Third Person of the Trinity
Christian Living
Advent: Hope in the In-Between
History & Holidays
Jesus: The Resurrection and Life
Theology
The Balance Between the Spiritual & Physical World
Theology
7 Reasons Jesus Couldn’t Stay Dead
Culture

Mayor of a One-Horse Town

What is more exhilarating for a pastor than to see the Spirit move in people's lives? This is what we dream of, pray for and…
Culture

Introducing Cinthya Rios: Esp.calvarychapel.flywheelsites.com Translator

CalvaryChapel.com has two extension sites that are led by two awesome ladies! In the next few weeks, we will introduce them, share their background and…
Culture

The Link: Walking through Doubt, An Unexpected Mission Field, Leading an Interactive Bible Study & More

"Living Grace: An Unexpected Mission Field"– CalvaryChapel.com"As we begin a new season of “Living Grace,” host Cheryl Brodersen invites guest Miray Jaksa to share about…
Culture
The Link: Church Finder, The Most Diverse Movement in History, Can We Really Trust the Gospels and More
Culture
Tom Brady’s Example of Understanding Our Deepest Purpose Part 1
Culture
Robin Williams and Secret Suffering
Culture
Third Wave Coffee, Hipster Culture & the Great Commission
Culture
How to Watch “Rings of Power” (As A Christian)
Culture
Modern Slavery & the Fight for Human Dignity
Gospel

Church Planting Like Skateboarding

In the Protestant West, we’ve come to see church planting as a mainstream activity for Christians. But I wonder. As we enter an area with…
Discipleship

The Church & Victims of Depression

The phone rang at 2am again. I knew who it was before answering. In recent weeks, Anita (not her real name) often called in the…
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…
Culture
Seeing, Hearing, Caring: Finding Jesus Standing With The Hurting
Gospel
Advent: The Holy Spirit
Gospel
How the Gospel Heals Shame
Culture
Injustice, Deconstruction, & El Roi
Gospel
Why Reaching the Lost Should Cost Us Everything
Gospel
6 Reasons Why I Believe Jesus is God
Ministry & Leadership

Overcoming Moralism In The Church

Paul wrote something remarkable in 1 Corinthians 2:2: “For I determined not to know anything among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified”. Paul used…
Ministry & Leadership

Things That Matter Panel Discussion: The Pastor as a Student

How has being a pastor shaped you as being a student in God's Word? And what does that look like on a practical level? Currently,…
Ministry & Leadership

The Anonymity Of Pastoral Work

In our modern age, talk of pastoral work as anonymous work seems like a stretch. Maybe the pastor in a rural town on a dusty…
Ministry & Leadership
Bridging Generational Gaps
Gospel
Reframing the Gospel for the Nations That Are Now in Our Neighborhoods Part 1
Announcements
Introducing The Cultivate Church Planting Podcast!
Announcements
CGN 2020 Annual Report
Ministry & Leadership
10 Minute Seminary: Principles for Healthy Pastoral Transitions
Ministry & Leadership
Lessons in Leadership Part 3: Fearlessly Leading the Good Fight
Discipleship

Tonic Masculinity (Titus 2:2)

I'm sure you've heard the phrase "toxic masculinity." I think I understand—and even, to a degree, can sympathize with—the phrase. Terrible men have and do…
Discipleship

Are You Offended by Jesus’ Method?

"And blessed is the one who is not offended by me” (Luke 7:23).Eventually, the great wilderness baptizer, John, blurted out his question. His preaching against…
Articles

When God Crushes Your Dreams … and Why It’s Good. (Lessons from Babel)

As humans, we all have dreams and aspirations. We want to build, create, and achieve great things. It's natural to desire success, recognition, and a…
Culture
Be the Change You Wish to See in the Church
Bible Study
Paul AND Timothy — Philippians 1:1
Discipleship
Recovering the Lost Art of Conversation
Discipleship
Relevance, Methods, and the Gospel
Discipleship
Good Fear/Bad Fear – Understanding the Difference
Discipleship
When God has a Plan
Christian Living

The Power of Being

The roar of the single-engine Cessna filled my ears as we flew over South Sudan's untamed wilderness. Through the small window, the landscape unfolded—winding rivers…
Christian Living

A Secret to Not Fear

"Be on the alert, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love" (1 Corinthians…
Christian Living

A Building is Only as Strong as Its Foundation

A building is only as strong as its foundation. The walls can’t even support its own weight. But when that weight is transferred to the…
Christian Living
Discovering Contentment + Comfort
Christian Living
Preaching for a Price: The High Cost of Tainted Motives
Christian Living
Why I Am Thankful for My Experience with Panic Attacks Part 1
Christian Living
The Holy Spirit & Intentionality in Discipleship
Christian Living
When Everything Falls Into Disorder
Christian Living
Amy Carmichael Part 2: Women Worth Knowing