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Theology

The “Good People” Myth

Protectionism is a word used to describe an economic policy of restraining trade between countries. It is a policy advocated by those who believe that…
Discipleship

Finding Strength in the Benevolent Gaze of God

Last November, I wrote an article about knowing God as a conventional relationship. I developed an idea from John Frame that describes how profound our…
Theology

Unicorns, Lucky Charms & False Prophecy

A few years ago, I had an opportunity to counsel a friend who had received an alleged prophetic word. The prophecy was comically out of…
Theology
Relevance, Worldliness, and Contextualizing the Gospel
Gospel
Advent: The Holy Spirit
Podcasts
Does God Cause Evil and Suffering? – ft Gerry Breshears and John Piper
Theology
Eschatology of Hope: Time for a New Perspective?
Christian Living
Surrendering the Adrenaline: A Peace Offering
History & Holidays
What Mary Knew an Advent Meditation
Culture

Avoiding the Trap of Conspiracy Theory Christianity

Because God loves us, we can love God and love people! Can you think of anything more profound than this vertical and horizontal love that…
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

Violence and Peace: A Biblical Perspective on Civil Demonstrations

We live in America, in a land where our rights are cherished and valued beyond anything else. They are embedded in our DNA as free…
Culture
Conspiracy Theories and The Gospel
Culture
Johnny Cash: Redemption of an American Icon
Culture
The Post-Roe Era Pastor: Why You Are Needed More Now Than Ever.
Culture
The Difference Between the Devil and God
Culture
Relating the Gospel to Social Justice
Culture
The Link: Prayer Around the World, How Pastors Handle Ungathered Worship, Preaching to an Empty Room & More
Gospel

Pierced by the Lord: Thoughts on Good Friday

I was reading through my Bible reading plan, which currently has me in the book of Jeremiah, and I came across a phrase that gave…
Gospel

Meditations on Good Friday

“Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day” (1 Corinthians 15:3-5). Good…
Gospel

A Secured Tomb Couldn’t Stop the Resurrected Christ

Many times during the years of His earthly ministry, Jesus promised that He would rise from the dead (John 2:18-22; Matthew 12:39-40; 16:21). His enemies…
Gospel
WIN: Jesus is Victorious
Gospel
Isaiah 41: Easter and the World
Discipleship
The Church & Victims of Depression
Culture
Injustice, Deconstruction, & El Roi
Gospel
Peace on Earth
Gospel
The King’s Crown
Discipleship

Take Courage: A Meditation on Acts 23:11

Ever finished a project and thought: Is that it? The result just did not compare to the excitement that first inspired action. This is especially…
Ministry & Leadership

Best Of Series Dr. Paul Tripp on the Depth of God’s Grace

On this "Best Of" episode, Dr. Paul Tripp and Pastor Brian Brodersen discuss that no one is ever a “grace graduate.” So often those in…
Ministry & Leadership

10-Minute Seminary: Phil Metzger on Multi-cultural Ministry

In his second part of the 10-minute Seminary series, Pastor Phil Metzger discusses the point of Multicultural Ministry, whether serving as a missionary abroad or…
Ministry & Leadership
Bridging the Divide Between the Big Church and the Small Church
Discipleship
Why We Need to Leave a Lasting Legacy for the Next Generation
Announcements
Conference Conversations: “Spiritual Health for Spiritual Leadership” (Roundtable)
Discipleship
Pastoral Ministry: The Balance Between Study & Family
Ministry & Leadership
Three Points on Successful Pastoral Transition
Ministry & Leadership
Introducing the Temporary Tenants Podcast
Discipleship

Worship Leader Must Do’s

There are those who lead songs at church, and those who lead worship. There is a huge difference. Leading worship songs is something that somebody…
Discipleship

The Wiles of the Devil: Fear

Another of the devil’s wiles is the use of fear tactics. He threatens evil consequences upon those who would trust and obey the Lord. When…
Discipleship

Four Protections Against Temptation

“And Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit in the wilderness for forty days, being tempted…
Discipleship
How to Diagnose a Cold Heart Toward God
Discipleship
Experiencing an Insurrection of Kindness in Your Ministry
Discipleship
Good Friday
Discipleship
Three Reminders for Those Living a Public Lifestyle
Discipleship
The What and Why of Discipleship
Discipleship
Belle Patrick: A Kind of Missionary
Christian Living

Five Suggestions for Effective Daily Devotions

In my last post I wrote about "Eight Reasons Why Believers Have Daily Devotions." In this article, I’d like to write about how we actually…
Christian Living

New Episodes – Women Worth Knowing

EP 39 - Leona Karni: In today’s episode, we are so excited to bring our friend Leona into the studio with us to share her…
Bible Study

5 Ways the Holy Spirit Leads Believers in the Book of Acts

One of the great distinctives of Calvary Chapel is our conviction that the Holy Spirit still leads His people. We talk about being “led by…
Christian Living
Why I Am Thankful for My Experience with Panic Attacks Part 1
Christian Living
Why Christians Should Enjoy Life
Christian Living
The Power and Role of Just One Color
Christian Living
Hannah More Part 1
Christian Living
Why I am Thankful for My Experience with Panic Attacks Part 2
Christian Living
Layoffs, Furloughs, and the Walk of Faith