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An Ordinary Wedding (John 2:1-11)

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Theology

Discipleship

The Blessings of the Exile

Originally published on Nick’s blog December 8, 2020. Unbelievable News Through the prophet Habakkuk, God spoke to the people of Judah, telling them this: “Look…
Theology

The Sovereignty of Satan?—Making Sense of John 12:31

Introduction When I was in Bible College, it was a common occurrence to engage in all-night debates about the sovereignty of God versus the free…
Theology

The God I Won’t Believe In: Facing Nine Common Barriers To Embracing Christianity

In 2019, I posted a poll online asking people to anonymously answer this question: How would you complete the sentence, “I could never believe in…
Theology
Walking Wisely in a Moral Minefield: Thoughts on the Live-Action Beauty and the Beast
Discipleship
Finding Strength in the Benevolent Gaze of God
Theology
The Problem with a “Theology of Glory”
History & Holidays
The Mystery of the Cross
Theology
Ten Simple Ways to See Christ in the Old Testament
Christian Living
He Became Poor For Us (2 Corinthians 8:9)

Culture

Culture

How to Watch “Rings of Power” (As A Christian)

PJ, Riley, and Ben discuss Prime Video's latest show "The Rings of Power," coming out September 2nd. How should a Christian approach this show, its…
Culture

Government Intimidation of Pastors in Houston Texas? A Christian Response

Today I woke up to find a Fox News Opinion piece by Todd Starnes explaining that a group of pastors in Houston, TX have had…
Culture

Disability, Worth, & The Unborn’s Right To Life

On this rebroadcasted episode of the Irish-Christian podcast Vox Hibernia, pastor Mike Neglia discusses some tough topics with guests Mary and Abigail. They talk about…
Culture
Third Wave Coffee, Hipster Culture & the Great Commission
Culture
Responding with Wisdom to the Ferguson Tragedy
Culture
Nick Foles’ Example of Understanding Our Deepest Purpose Part 2
Culture
N.T. Wright on Crucifixion, “Eyes That Seen Plenty,” Is God Allowing Suffering & More
Culture
Pray for California
Culture
The Mayflower Pilgrims, Romanian Extension Site, Covenant Theology, & More

The Gospel

Gospel

Persecution Will End

Kierkegaard, the Danish philosopher, once told a parable about a theater where a variety show was taking place. Each show was more exciting than the…
Gospel

The King’s Crown

Good Friday is the day on which some 2,000 years ago Jesus of Nazareth was nailed to a Roman cross just outside the walls of…
Gospel

Reframing the Gospel for the Nations in Our Neighborhoods

When Jesus told Mary that He wasn't inclined to intervene to rescue the honor and reputation of a family that was about to suffer the…
Gospel
The Bible is About Jesus
Gospel
WIN: Jesus is Victorious
Gospel
Pierced by the Lord: Thoughts on Good Friday
Gospel
Church Planting Like Skateboarding
Gospel
Why The Gospel Is Central
Gospel
Advent: The Son

Leadership Training

Ministry & Leadership

Introducing Cultivate: A Church Planter Training Program

CGN is a family of churches working together for Gospel-centered renewal. One of the primary ways to see global Gospel-centered renewal realized effectively is in…
Ministry & Leadership

How to Give an Altar Call Part 2

In a previous post I gave one important principle about the altar call: don't manipulate. We can manipulate in a call to decision by:Using bait…
Articles

Things That Matter: The Pastor as an Evangelist

On this special miniseries of “Things That Matter”, Pastors Richard Cimino, Brian Brodersen and John Hwang have been discussing topics on Pastoral Ministry. As a…
Ministry & Leadership
Expositors Collective: Sample of a Christ-Centered Sermon
Ministry & Leadership
Your Lifeline in the Midst of the Junk of Life
Ministry & Leadership
The Secret to Maintaining Vision at Every Step of Life’s Journey
Ministry & Leadership
Bridging the Divide Between the Big Church and the Small Church
Ministry & Leadership
Best Of Series Dr. Paul Tripp on the Depth of God’s Grace
Ministry & Leadership
Where He Leads, He Guides: An Unending Story

Discipleship

Discipleship

How Firm a Foundation: The Life of Adoniram Judson

“God is to me the great Unknown. I believe in Him, but I find Him not.” This is not something you would expect a strong…
Discipleship

The James Ossuary: The Earliest Witness to Jesus and His Family?

One of the earliest and most important discoveries relating to the historicity of Jesus and members of his family is the limestone bone-box (called an…
Discipleship

Lies About Us

Pick up just about any good book about the history of Christianity, and go to the section on persecution in the first few centuries of…
Christian Living
Five Suggestions for Effective Daily Devotions
Discipleship
Vocation and Calling According to the Reformers
Christian Living
The Power and Role of Just One Color
Discipleship
How Did I Become Spiritually Paralyzed?
Discipleship
Belle Patrick: A Kind of Missionary
Discipleship
A Calvary Chapel Perspective on Preaching

Christian Living

Christian Living

Revival Birthed by Radical Prayer

The Church in America is full of people who are quietly, deeply hurting. Many are losing heart as they experience terrifying fears. We know that…
Christian Living

Five Reasons to go to Small Groups AND Main Services

Some of us like the intimacy of a small community group gathering. Others like the experience and dynamic of a larger gathering associated with weekend…
Christian Living

The Value of Servant Leadership

I was saved at Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa (CCCM), and learned to serve at CCCM. Pastor Chuck was my pastor, and I had the…
Christian Living
When Christmas Doesn’t Feel Merry: How the Real Story Meets Us in Every Season
Christian Living
Betty Stam: Women Worth Knowing
Christian Living
The Charity Winter Needs
Christian Living
The Power and Role of Just One Color—Part 3
Christian Living
Bench the Hype — Part 2
Christian Living
Edith Studd Buxton & Mary Warburton Booth