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Some churches claim there are extra writings that have equal authority to the bible. Could they be right? How do we know the bible doesn’t have a sequel? In today’s message, pastor Dan explains the danger of adding to the word of God. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada. -- Find freedom in one of our many Connect Groups this semester! There are gr...

Cults are often known for bad beliefs and bad behaviours. But what exactly constitutes a cult? How do people get trapped in them, and what can we learn from their experiences? Today’s message from Pastor Dan is an eye-opening look at what happens when religion goes wrong. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada. -- Find freedom in one of our many Conn...

The Book of Galatians introduces us to the “Laws of Sowing and Reaping.” When we try to avoid these laws, we often experience confusion and frustration. But, if we operate in harmony with God’s commands, we will harvest more and better things than we ever imagined! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada. -- Find freedom in one of our many Connect Gro...

One reason we often find it hard to change is that the problem can seem too big and the solution too far away. But in today’s message, pastor Dan shares from the book of Nehemiah that change may be closer than you dared to imagine! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada. -- Find freedom in one of our many Connect Groups this semester! There are group...

Change is hard! Perhaps that’s why so few of us are able to make changes that truly last. Thankfully God has offered us supernatural help - which we desperately need - because our problems are often more spiritual than we realize! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada. -- Find freedom in one of our many Connect Groups this semester! There are groups...

John 1:12 describes three things God wants to see come to pass in your life. They represent a divine growth plan for all of His children. In today’s special “church birthday” message, Pastor Dan shares God’s goals for you during the next year. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada. -- Find freedom in one of our many Connect Groups this semester! The...

Once a year we invite 5 non-pastors to the stage to share a five minute message. This year, we’ve got grade schoolers and grandparents testifying to God’s goodness, and you won’t want to miss a moment of what they have to say. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada. -- Find freedom in one of our many Connect Groups this semester! There are groups for...

The final 4 chapters of the book of Revelation are packed full of details concerning the “last things.” But how much of what we believe about the apocalypse and the afterlife is actually in the Bible? The answer might surprise you! Join Pastor Dan for the final installment of our series on the book of Revelation. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canad...

The Antichrist has always been a source of great speculation throughout history. But using the clues provided in the book of Revelation (including the number 666 and the infamous “mark of the beast”), we can uncover his identity. Who is he? Is he alive today? Should we be worried about him or unconcerned? In today’s message, Pastor Dan Sweaza explains everything you need to know about the antichri...

What exactly is the "Great Tribulation" in the book of Revelation? Will any of us go through it? Why would a loving God judge anybody at all? Find out in today's message from pastor Dan Sweaza. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada. -- Find freedom in one of our many Connect Groups this semester! There are groups for every age and interest, and a gr...

Many Christians are eagerly awaiting the rapture - a belief that God will one day remove believers from the earth en masse to spare them from the book of Revelation. But what does the Bible say? Is the rapture a real promise or escapist fantasy? Pastor Dan explains in today’s message. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada. -- NEXT STEPS: Interested...

Revelation’s “Letters to the Seven Churches” (chapters 2+3) can feel like an easy section to skip over in favour of the book’s more apocalyptic elements. But this section is critical to understanding the rest of John’s vision, so pastor Dan is unpacking this text for week 3 of our series on the book of Revelation! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Cana...

Releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name! “And anyone who welcomes a little child like this on my behalf is welcoming me.” -- Jesus in Matthew 18:5 NLT -- SPONSOR A CHILD: https://www.compassion.ca/sponsor-a-child/ -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada. -- NEXT STEPS: Interested in learning more about Connect Church? Simply click this link to...

When reading the book of Revelation, it’s important to ask which parts may have already happened, which are currently happening, and which are yet to come. In today’s message, Pastor Dan gives helpful insight on the different chronological perspectives from which to understand the book of Revelation and how to respond when the future is uncertain or we don’t have all the details. -- GIVE: Visit ww...

The last book of the bible has thrilled and mystified people for millennia. In today’s message, Pastor Dan introduces us to the Book of Revelation and explains how to make sure you read Revelation responsibly. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada. -- NEXT STEPS: Interested in learning more about Connect Church? Simply click this link to see who we...

In John 21, we read of the Apostle Peter’s fall and restoration. His story is a powerful gospel reminder that God accepts us exactly as we are, but loves us too much to leave us that way. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada. -- NEXT STEPS: Interested in learning more about Connect Church? Simply click this link to see who we are, where we’re heade...

Manhood seems to have taken a bit of a hit in our society. But God knows we need strong, healthy men of faith and virtue to rise up! In today’s Father’s Day message, pastor Dan shares 3 things every man can do to fulfill this calling.

Whether it’s your job, a relationship or a church, there is a right time and a wrong time, a right way and a wrong way to move on. In the final installment of “No Offense,” Pastor Dan explains why we shouldn’t be too quick to quit when things get tough.

Did you know the 12 Apostles didn’t always get along? It’s true! But their disagreements didn’t stem from typical relational tensions; their divisions ran much deeper. Yet Christ helped them bridge their differences and unite around a mission that would change the world. Pastor Dan explains how we can learn from their example in Week 3 of “No Offense.” -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to...

It’s easy to believe that anger is caused by external factors beyond our control. (For example, the driver that didn’t use his blinker before moving into your lane). But, according to scripture, the source of anger is much closer to home than we realize. That’s good news because it means the antidote to anger is also within reach! -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverfl...

Many christians have given in to the spirit of the age: Outrage over everything. We even go so far as to baptize our anger, calling it “righteous” and comparing it to a single episode from Jesus’ life. But anger is not a fruit of the Spirit, and God’s people are called to be peacemakers. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada. -- NEXT STEPS: Interest...

Many women often find themselves in a love/hate relationship with the “Proverbs 31 woman”. She’s inspiring, but also frustrating when you feel you can’t keep pace with her. In today’s Mother’s Day message, pastor Dan explains what we’ve gotten wrong about the Proverbs 31 woman, and why that’s good news for ladies everywhere. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing...

In today’s very special service, we have the privilege of sharing our Crazy Faith offering with individuals, churches and community organizations in need. Get ready to see miracles unfold before your eyes and to celebrate God’s faithfulness to His people. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada. -- NEXT STEPS: Interested in learning more about Connect...

In Genesis 22, Abraham faces his greatest trial of all: God calls him to sacrifice (literally) his miracle son, Isaac. How could a good God ask such a thing? Why would Abraham ever go along with it? Might God ever ask us to do the same? In today’s message pastor Dan explains what’s really going on in this disconcerting passage. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowi...

When Hagar gave birth to her son Ishmael, she likely believed her life was going to change for the better. And it eventually did, but actually getting to that point was harder than she could have ever expected. In today’s message, Pastor Amber details the crazy process of Crazy Faith and how be ready for the miracles that God will do in your life. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help...