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Theology

Have You Forgotten the Immutability of God? Part 3

What does it mean to be sanctified? According to Thayer's Greek Lexicon, the definition of sanctification is "consecration" and "purification." God’s children have been secured…
Theology

For the Card-carrying New Calvinist

Recently I came across an episode of the Ask Pastor John podcast series from Desiring God on the topic of New Calvinism. As a fan…
Culture

Engaging with Real Deconstruction: A look at Exvangelical memes – With Dominic Done!

Deconstruction is a growing trend in religious and philosophical circles. While many Christians have begun to address deconstruction, we don’t often engage with deconstructionist ideas…
Articles
When God Crushes Your Dreams … and Why It’s Good. (Lessons from Babel)
Theology
The God I Won’t Believe In: Facing Nine Common Barriers To Embracing Christianity
Articles
Fundamentalists, Progressives, and Theological Method
Gospel
6 Reasons Why I Believe Jesus is God
Theology
Relevance, Worldliness, and Contextualizing the Gospel
Christian Living
Jesus Offers A Greater Rest
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

How Can We Be A Light In A Politically Divided World? (With Scott Curran) | Tough Questions For The Current Crisis Miniseries P4

2020 has been a politically charged year. Between COVID 19, the upcoming election debates about health and safety vs. rights and religious freedom; and now…
Culture

The Link: When the Church Apologizes, Inductive Bible Study Method, WLL 2020 & More

"When the Church Apologizes for Its Beliefs"– The Gospel Coalition "Just days later came another headline, and this one, sadly, didn’t surprise me: 'Church sorry…
Culture
Unforeseen Blessing in Confinement
Culture
Pray for California
Culture
Can I attend my LGBT friend’s wedding?
Culture
Trafficking Hope with Karl Marx
Culture
Marty Sampson And The Frailty Of False Faith
Culture
New Series – “Church Van” – With Hosts Riley Taylor & Jared Brian, Featuring Pastor Brian Brodersen
Gospel

I Am the Resurrection and the Life

This article originally appeared on calvarychapel.flywheelsites.com on April 20, 2019. "I am the resurrection and the life" (John 11:25) Jesus' claim to be the resurrection…
Gospel

The Gospel – How You Say it, Matters

I could never have imagined being as blessed as I am. I live in a great community. I serve an awesome church. I’m married to…
Gospel

Why Was Good Friday So Good?

"For Christ also died for sins once for all, the just for the unjust, in order that He might bring us to God, having been…
Gospel
Three Thoughts on Effective Short Term Missions
Gospel
God and Social Justice
Culture
The Music of Hope and the Gospel
Gospel
Practice Resurrection
Gospel
Evangelism for the Introvert
Gospel
The Bible is About Jesus
Discipleship

Are We Doing What God is Calling Us to Do?

Life moves very quickly, and it is easy to feel like we cannot keep up at times…especially when the New York pace dictates your part…
Articles

5 Reasons Why You Should Plant With CGN’s Cultivate

I’ve been a Calvary Chapel pastor for over 30 years, a Calvary church planter for over 25 years, a disciple of Pastor Chuck Smith, and…
Ministry & Leadership

How a Father’s Words Shape Their Child’s Life

“For you know how, like a father with his children, we exhorted each one of you and encouraged you and charged you to walk in…
Ministry & Leadership
Seven Lessons Learned About Preaching at Funerals
Ministry & Leadership
How is CGN Providing Care and Coaching for Leaders?
Gospel
Never Outgrow the Gospel
Ministry & Leadership
What Every American Christian Should Be Doing for Donald Trump Today
Discipleship
A Calvary Chapel Perspective on Preaching
Ministry & Leadership
Bridging Generational Gaps
Discipleship

Family Before Ministry: Four Points for Maintaining Healthy Balance

We've had some big changes in my home recently. Our young boys have started at a new school, and my wife has gone back to…
Discipleship

Youth Ministry

“So I will praise You on the mountain / And I will praise You when the mountain’s in my way You’re the summit where my…
Discipleship

How to Win in Spiritual Warfare

The TrialsWhen we think of spiritual warfare, we think of trials. But getting rid of trials is not the victory. The true victory consists of…
Discipleship
God Renews His People with the Word (Nehemiah 8)
Discipleship
Holiness = Doing Justice
Discipleship
CCBC Europe is Moving to Tbilisi, Georgia!
Discipleship
How Firm a Foundation: The Life of Adoniram Judson
Discipleship
The Saturday Before the Dawn of Hope
Discipleship
Why We Dream Big
Christian Living

Would We Call Moses a Team Player Today?

Moses is such an incredible person to look at in the scriptures that though I lack commonality with him, I find myself drawn to his…
Christian Living

Betty Stam: Women Worth Knowing

Betty Stam (1906-1934): Tragedy or Triumph? This is the story of Betty Stam, a young American woman who, along with her husband John, served with…
Christian Living

A Fresh Approach to Daily Devotions

It may be necessary to vary daily devotionals to preempt the inevitable rut that ensues from a consistent routine. It’s important to maintain daily reading…
Christian Living
Good News for Zechariah and for Us
Christian Living
Aimee Semple McPherson Part 2
Christian Living
Why I am Thankful for My Experience with Panic Attacks Part 2
Christian Living
How Christians Can Bring Positive Change to America
Christian Living
JESUS IS GREATER Than Everything Today Throws At Us
Christian Living
Making Sense of the Unfathomable