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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…
Discipleship

What Is Hatred For?

In C. S. Lewis’s Space Trilogy, there is a section where Ransom fights the Devil himself. There, in what is almost a throwaway line, we…
Podcasts

What Does CGN Believe about Charismatic Gifts and Their Use in the Church Today?

What do CGN leaders believe about the charismatic gifts mentioned in the Bible — specifically, the spiritual gifts of prophecy, healing, and speaking in tongues?…
Culture
Did God Cause Covid-19 in Order to Punish Specific People? | Tough Questions for the Current Crisis Miniseries P1
Theology
Strange Fire Friendly Fire
Theology
A Look at Authorial Intent in the Bible
Theology
An Excerpt from “Images & Idols: Creativity for the Christian Life”
Theology
The Importance of the Incarnation
Podcasts
What Do CGN Leaders Believe About the End Times?
Culture

A September 11th Tribute

On September 11, 2001, I found myself near the bottom of the Twin Towers in New York City. Back in 2001, I was a 19-year-old…
Culture

“The Lord Bless Thee:” Remembering Pastor Chuck

“The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make His face to shine upon you, and be gracious unto you; the LORD lift up…
Culture

Social Distancing: Staying Apart, But Staying Connected

As much of the world is now on lockdown, meaning that voluntary physical distancing became physical distancing through a government order, I wanted us as…
Culture
An Interview with Ed Stetzer Live on Pastors’ Perspective & Archived on CalvaryChapel.com
Culture
Unforeseen Blessing in Confinement
Culture
The Link: Cultural Engagement, Creation Fest UK Update, Conspiracy Theories & More!
Culture
The Link: 9/11, Justice Without Christ, How to Rejoice in Ministry & More
Culture
Response Versus Reaction to the Las Vegas Shooting
Culture
Faith & Politics: A Historical Christian Perspective – Part 1
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

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

Advent: The Father

Part 1 of 3 * This article is adapted from a series of papers written for Western Seminary. The celebration of Advent centers around the…
Culture
Rural America Matters Too
Announcements
Announcing The Cultivate Church Planter’s Program
Culture
A Response To Jordan Peterson from a Protestant Christian Pastor
Culture
Finding Community and Hope: The Spiritual Needs of Ukrainian Refugees
Culture
A Tribute to Billy Graham
Gospel
Three Thoughts on Effective Short Term Missions
Discipleship

Pastoral Ministry: The Balance Between Study & Family

There is a time for study. It’s one of the benefits of pastoring or teaching the Bible in any capacity. My favorite part has always…
Ministry & Leadership

6 Lessons I’ve Learned About Small Group Ministry

Having pastored a church without small groups, and now having pastored a church where always at least half of the congregation is in a small…
Announcements

CGN 2020 Annual Report

Together we can do much more than we can separately! Thank you for your support, prayers, and encouragement in 2020. It has been an interesting…
Announcements
URGENT: Calvary Chapel missionaries need help after missile strikes knock out power in Ukraine!
Ministry & Leadership
Do you know your lane? Do you know your Lord?
Ministry & Leadership
Q&A Interview with Pam Markey of CCBC Europe
Conference Archives
CF15UK :: Jim Gallagher
Ministry & Leadership
Every Sermon Should Have A Purpose And A Point
Christian Living
Would We Call Moses a Team Player Today?
Discipleship

When God has a Plan

My family and I recently returned from a medical mission trip to Haiti. We met a special person who changed our lives. His name was…
Discipleship

The Worshiper and the Leader: A Powerful Combination

You won't find a worship leader in the New Testament. This is unsettling for those of us who look to Scripture as our guide. No…
Discipleship

Mary Magdelene’s Perspective on Christ’s Resurrection

A historical fiction: The agony of the moment was of the severest variety. I was in such torment. I'd been tormented by demons before, but…
Discipleship
Pastoral Ministry: The Balance Between Study & Family
Discipleship
Nothing is Ever Done in Secret
Discipleship
The Gospel is a Bridge
Bible Study
Paul AND Timothy — Philippians 1:1
Discipleship
The Value of Being with God Before Doing His Work
Discipleship
Healing From Burnout
Christian Living

Priscilla Studd: Women Worth Knowing

Priscilla Studd (1864-1929): What is it like to be married to a radical pioneer missionary? And what do you do when that calling creates conflict?…
Christian Living

The Inevitability of Suffering

In this new covenant, make sure to read the fine print. Sometimes, cars explode. That’s what a fireman told me after putting out the conflagration…
Christian Living

Five Slippery Steps to Spiritual Compromise from the Church of Pergamum

I was surprised by the following true story: The location: Pearl Harbor The date: Sunday morning, December 7, 1941. Three hundred and fifty-three Japanese airplanes…
Christian Living
Sir Titus Salt, Stewardship, and Christmas
Christian Living
How to Share Your Testimony in an Evangelistic Encounter
Christian Living
The Blessings That Come When We Fear the Lord
Christian Living
A Paradigm for Christian Education
Christian Living
Don’t Quit
Christian Living
The Church, the Culture and Corinth: Facing the Lack of Dignity in the 21st Century