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From Most High to Most Low

Christmas tells us something staggering about God. Human glory is measured by ascent. It is all about climbing higher, achieving more, reaching the top. We…

Richard CiminoDecember 9, 2025

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When We Run, We Feel His Pleasure

Rethinking Unity, Freedom, and Pastoral Trust in the Church There is a quiet danger that can enter the church unnoticed. It appears when we allow…

Rafael ManzanaresDecember 2, 2025

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In Everything Give Thanks (1 Thessalonians 5:18)

I Thessalonians 5:18 “In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” Ever feel like you got things…

Cheryl BrodersenNovember 25, 2025

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“Helping People See Clearly: Why Study Bibles Still Matter” — Expositors Collective’s Conversation with David Guzik

Editor’s Note: On November 10, 2025, the Expositors Collective podcast released an episode that we at calvarychapel.com believe will encourage all our readers. While attending…

Calvary Global NetworkNovember 18, 2025

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We all have our treasures, even pastors — those small things we hold dear. There are memories of seeing the Lord move, lives turned around,…

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I recently enjoyed a visit from pastor Zeddie Muzungu from Calvary Chapel Kampala in East Africa. I asked my friend, who has visited the United…

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For some Christians, prayer is nothing more than a monologue: just an opportunity to talk to God, listing out all of our needs like a…

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In today’s world, submission is almost seen as a dirty word. We celebrate independence, cheer on those who “stand their ground,” and promote the right…

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The Man on the Middle Cross by Alistair Begg

We are excited to share this excerpt from The Man on the Middle Cross by Alistair Begg—a book that beautifully unpacks the heart of the…

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What is Prayer?

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Pilgrim BenhamSeptember 16, 2025

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An Introduction to Eternity Now: Discovering Eternal Life with Daily Readings through Philippians by Bradley Hall

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Brad HallSeptember 9, 2025

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Rooted to Multiply

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