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The Bible is filled with examples of ordinary people living extraordinary lives. To be extraordinary simply requires doing ordinary things faithfully and with excellence.  Following God is not an easy life. Jesus promised in John 15:20 that because they persecuted Him, they will persecute us.  In today's Podcast, Pastor Mike examines Daniel 6 and how Daniel lived an uncompromising life, yet excell...

Do you ever feel outnumbered as a Christian? Are you the only Christian in your family or at work? Maybe with all the religions in the world, it's caused you to question if God is the only God?  In 1 Kings 18, Elijah emerges from hiding to confront King Ahab and 450 prophets of Baal and to call out Israel on their indecision.  Elijah will propose a challenge that will settle the matter once and fo...

We know that God works out all things for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purposes (Romans 8:28), but what about the messes we make? Are you experiencing the consequences of disobeying God and unsure how to rectify your relationship with Him or whether He will respond to your plea for help? In today's podcast, Pastor Mike shares invaluable lessons from the book of Ju...

This morning, we are starting a brand-new series titled "Limitless," exploring events in the Bible when God’s people were facing insurmountable challenges and overcame them with His help. Have you ever experienced doubt in your life? If so, don’t feel bad about that! Some of God’s most influential followers who accomplished incredible things were also people who had great doubts and faced them wit...

Easter is not the end of the story. It's only the beginning. Jesus' resurrection ushered in the eklesia, the church! By putting your faith in Jesus for the forgiveness of your sins, you are a part of the church. And God has a purpose for you.  To be a Christian is to be Jesus' disciple. And a disciple makes disciples. A church not committed to discipleship will not last. It's why we exist.  Join u...

Easter is a real story about real people, documented by non-biblical historians. What makes it unique is that Jesus’s life events were predicted centuries before they happened. The odds of Jesus fulfilling them all warrant investigating His claims. Join your Calvary family for a special Easter message revisiting Jesus’s resurrection testimony!

Have you ever been betrayed? Have you been a betrayer? There may be no worse act than betrayal. But what if you knew your betrayer and what they were about to do? What would you do?   As Jesus spends one final moment with all twelve disciples, His betrayer is present. But Jesus' actions may shock you!   This one moment reveals to us the depth of God's grace and love for all mankind!

Today begins a brand new series as we look at Jesus’ final days before His arrest and crucifixion.   When Jesus made his final entry into Jerusalem, he was greeted with a resounding chorus of “Hosanna!” This was a powerful expression of hope and relief, a cry for assistance from those who were suffering and trapped in a cycle of sin and brokenness. Jesus came to offer help and salvation to those i...

In today's podcast, Pastor Mike concludes our three-part series reexamining Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Don’t you wish that the moment you put your faith in Jesus, you were transported directly to Heaven and avoid all the struggles and pains in this life? But God has a purpose for us as believers. His purpose outweighs our comfort. In this podcast, we will explore a first-century illustration that...

In today's podcast, we have guest speaker Reverend Stephanie Grigson sharing a message about "The Good Life." We all have a vision of “The Good Life,” a goal we believe will bring us true fulfillment. In Psalm 32, David reveals that the good life is not found in success or riches but in the freedom that comes from a forgiven life. So, how do we fully embrace this reality? How does forgiveness shap...

Have you ever experienced anger and said or done something while in that state that you later regretted? Today, we will explore God’s perspective on anger and its potential consequences. Uncontrolled anger can be one of the most destructive behaviors in a Christian’s life. Words or actions made in anger can strain relationships, but there is hope! If you have struggled with anger, the Bible offers...

The truth has the power to transform our lives. But what happens when the truth becomes watered down? In Matthew 7, Jesus warns us to be aware of false prophets (teachers). In today’s podcast, Pastor Mike delves into Matthew 7 to equip us with the skills to discern false teachings. By exposing the defining characteristics and motivations of false teachings and emphasizing the significance of holdi...

In today's podcast, Pastor Meliza shares a message about living a life of convenience or conviction. Albert Camus said, "Life is the sum total of all our choices." Every decision has an impact on your life. If you're living a life of convenience instead of conviction, you will live an inconsistent life.  Living in the arena of convenience for too long will lead to compromise. But a person who live...

The local church is God's gift to the world and to believers. When the local church is established on the Word of God, the presence of God shows up, and lives are changed.  God has chosen to establish and advance His kingdom on earth through the local church. And you are a big part of it!  In today's podcast, Pastor Mike unpacks Acts 17 and how Christrians were turning the world upside down with t...

Have you ever been so overcome with guilt that it impacted your direction in life? Guilt and shame can have a suffocating effect on our lives. But love is a transformative quality. In today's podcast, Pastor Mike shows us how burying our shame in God's love can restore us and set us back on the right path. 

Love is like oxygen to the soul.  To love sounds like a simple task until we learn we are called to love our enemies and our neighbors alike. But who is our neighbor? Jesus answers this critical question in a conversation He had with an expert in the law. Jesus' answer may surprise you, and it will challenge you. Join us as we study God's Word so we can love more like Jesus!

Have you ever had to do something that you did not want to do but needed to do? Love can fall into that category.  Loving those who love us is easy. But loving our enemies is unthinkable. That's precisely the way Jesus expects us to love.  What does it mean to love my enemies? How is that possible? In today's podcast, Pastor Mike shares Biblical insight on why and how to love our enemies.

Insanity is doing the same thing and expecting a different result. God has given us His Word and spiritual disciplines that will empower us to be transformed, experience a fulfilling life, and empower us to fulfill His purposes and plans for our lives. In this podcast, Pastor Mike concludes our series, “Ready. [Re]Set. Let’s Go!” by unpacking one more essential discipline that binds them all toget...

In today's podcast, Pastor Emil shares a powerful message titled "Fresh Anointing." The anointing is essential. It is a gift from God that empowers us to do more than talent alone can accomplish. The anointing is made available to every believer, to be concentrated and empowered to do the will of God. 

Today is the second message in our series, “Ready. [Re]Set. Let’s Go!” revisiting key disciplines that will set us up to thrive in 2025. In today's podcast, we will examine the discipline of giving. Tithing is a long-standing practice that comes with incredible promises. In uncertain times, God’s promises are a certainty!

Ready. [Re]Set. Let's Go!  In this first podacast of 2025, we are revisiting essential disciplines that will position us at the center of God's will.  Have you ever felt like God was ignoring your prayers? Are there prayers you are waiting on or have given up on? God answers every prayer! In today's podcast, Pastor Mike teaches on the all-important practice of fasting and prayer. Fasting is the ke...

The Christmas story is unlike any other story. The lessons learned are not confined to a holiday or a single day of the year. In today's final podcast of 2024, Pastor Mike shares more invaluable lessons that remind us of God's greatness and our certainty when facing uncertainty. Today's message will inspire you to approach a new year with boldness and confidence to thrive in 2025!

In this podcast, Pastor Emil will share a message titled "Do Not Be Afraid." Life is filled with unknowns, but we serve an all-knowing God who goes before us and walks with us. No matter what you're facing today, this message will inspire hope and bring you encouragement as you face difficulties of various kinds!

There is no more joyful or anticipated day than Christmas. No other holiday comes with as much celebration as Christmas. But what is the meaning behind all of the joy and celebration at Christmas time? In today's podcast, the Pastors at Calvary will each share a point highlighting the meaning of Christmas. It's the gift that keeps on giving! 

Today, Pastor Mike revisits the announcement of Jesus’ birth to shepherds, who were, by society’s standards, the most unlikely people to be entrusted with such an important announcement. The interaction between angels and shepherds communicates an essential characteristic of God to us. Join us as we discover how Christmas is for all people!