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In John 18, Peter denies Jesus three times in order to save himself from arrest and execution. From that moment on Peter believes his decisions have destroyed his destiny. But Jesus is more merciful than we are sinful, and he remains on our side - even after our worst choices! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

In John 12 a woman is accused of wasting her money on Jesus. But what the crowd called a waste, Jesus called true worship. Her story is a powerful testimony that no thing and no one is more valuable than Christ. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

Is it possible that Jesus’ absence can prove he is On Our Side just as surely as his presence? That seems to be the surprising message behind the resurrection of Lazarus in John 11. If it’s ever felt like God was distant or delayed when you needed Him to show up, today’s message is just what you need to hear! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

In John 10, Jesus speaks of thieves, robbers and hirelings that harass his sheep. But he promises us as the Good Shepherd that he will never quit fighting for his flock! If you’ve ever been wounded by others (especially people inside the church), today’s message from pastor Dan will bring you hope and healing! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

Sometimes Jesus performed familiar miracles using very unusual methods. For example, in John 9 Jesus restores the sight of a blind man using his own saliva! This strange episode reminds us that salvation is a type of recreation; Jesus is the one who can make us truly new. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

When a woman is caught in the act of adultery in John chapter 8, religious leaders drag her to Jesus demanding she be punished. But, as is always the case, Jesus does the unexpected - proving that God remains on our side even when we sin! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

In John chapter 6 a little boy’s lunch is transformed into one of Jesus’ most famous miracles (the feeding of the 5,000). In today’s edition of “On Our Side,” pastor Dan reminds us that when we need a miracle, we only have to focus on the who, not the how! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

One of the great promises of Scripture is that God sees us even when no one else does. Today’s episode of “On Our Side” proves that we are never helpless or hopeless when “El Roi” (Hebrew: The God Who Sees) is watching out for us. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

Sometimes God answers our prayers only partially (or He does so in a way we never considered). Today’s message is centered on the miraculous healing of a young boy in John 4, revealing how we can remain confident that Jesus is on our side - whether he grants all, some, or none of a particular prayer request. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

Life rarely turns out the way we expect it to; surprises, set backs and slip ups are a regular occurrence. In John 4, Jesus encounters a woman who has seen her fair share of struggles. But rather than overlook her hardships, he redeems them - proving that no pain is wasted in the Lord's plans! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

Sometimes Jesus shows up with confrontation rather than comfort; the cleansing of the temple in John 2 is a prime example. In today’s message, pastor Dan explains this strange episode from the life of Christ and why we can be confident that God remains “On Our Side,” even when He turns our lives upside down. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

Jesus’ first miracle was turning water into wine at a wedding reception. To many people, that seems more like a party trick than a display of God’s power. But in today’s message pastor Dan explains why this is arguably Christ’s most meaningful miracle (other than the resurrection). It proves that God is on our side in more ways than we could ever imagine! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give...

In the opening chapter of the gospel of John, we are told that Jesus came to us to live with us to prove that God is for us. In this new teaching series, pastor Dan uses stories from Christ’s life to demonstrate that God really is on our side! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

We're all familiar with the story of Christ's crucifixion and resurrection. But within this great story is another - the experience of a Roman soldier who went from "mocker" to "believer" because of what He witnessed that day on Calvary's hill. In today’s message, pastor Dan explains how his story is actually our story; that Jesus holds the power to change absolutely anyone's life! -- GIVE: Visit...

Knowing about God is different than knowing God and being in His presence, but how do we see God and all of His Glory today? In the book of Exodus, Moses has a radical, “face-to-face” encounter with God. If you’ve ever desired something similar yourself, today’s message from Pastor Amber will help you to experience God’s presence more fully and more frequently! Song Link: https://open.spotify.com/...

Many people approach Adam and Eve as historical or scientific curiosities. And while Genesis 1-3 certainly touches on questions of history and science, their story is ultimately theological - meant to help us know God. In the final episode of “He Made Us”, pastor Dan explains how belief in a literal Adam and Eve makes the most sense of both the scriptural and scientific evidence. -- GIVE: Visit ww...

The opening pages of the bible claim that humanity descended from one primeval couple named Adam and Eve. But, modern science tells us that today’s genetic diversity could not have arisen from just one pair of humans. This conflict may seem irreconcilable, but in today’s message pastor Dan explains how Genesis and genetic sciences offer us complementary accounts of human origins. -- GIVE: Visit ww...

The majority of us have two days off from work each week, yet we rarely feel truly rested. Why is that? In today’s message pastor Dan explains what a consistent sabbath looks like and the real reasons we fail to keep one. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

Our world is obsessed with productivity: work more, accomplish more, earn more. But while this “Hustle Culture” taps into our God-given desire to make a difference in the world, it also forces us outside of the healthy and sustainable work/life rhythms we were designed to live by. In today’s message, pastor Dan reminds us of the danger of worshipping our work. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/...

The book of Genesis tells us that humans were created for connection with one another. But these days more and more people are turning to chatbots and AI for companionship - even falling in love with these digital personas. In today’s surprising message, pastor Dan explains what we lose when we remove humanity from community. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing...

Humanity's creation in the "Image of God" is a central belief of our faith. But what exactly is "the Image of God?" And what happens when we let go of our status as His image bearers? Today pastor Dan unpacks the beauty and power of "Imago Dei." -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

Pastor Andy Moore of Coastline Church (Victoria, BC) shares how our desperation can actually be a good thing that Jesus redeems, bringing us closer to him and revealing his glory! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

Even when the enemy feels close and the odds seem stacked against us, God’s presence is greater than what surrounds us. Open your eyes to the truth that you are never alone in the battle. In today’s message, special guest speaker Erin Metselaar shows us the battle plan from 2 Kings 6. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

The universe is almost unimaginably big. And yet every square inch is a testament to God's glory and power. In today’s message, pastor Dan describes the splendour of creation, and what it reveals about our Father in heaven. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

Genesis 1:1 says God is responsible for creating everything, including me and you. What does “creation” actually entail? Does God still create today? In this morning’s message, pastor Dan explains why God’s greatest work is not making new things, but making things new. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.