Calvary Baptist Taylorville IL

Beyond the Sermon Episode 64

Ever felt like you were between where you once where but not quite where you want to be, same, welcome to being a human in a fallen world. In this sermon, Pastor Chad draws out principles and practices from Exodus 17 that stretch from the Ancient Near East to today. Dig in and be encouraged and challenged to spiritually thrive in any battle. 

Beyond the Sermon Episode 63

We learn from Daniel 6 how to live a consistent, daily life to God through faithfulness. Even through crisis, Daniel is faithful to God.

Calvary Baptist Church's 80th Anniversary Service

Pastor Chad digs into the last installment of the Acts series with this powerful question being asked: " What are you spending your life on?”

Courage isn’t the absence of fear, but trusting Jesus’ presence enough to keep going when following Him isn’t safe or comfortable. 

Beyond the Sermon Episode 62

Pastor Chad explores the idols that compete for our worship and the things we count on to make our lives work. Through Paul’s encounter in Athens, we are reminded that only God can carry the weight of being God—and that Jesus calls us to turn from lesser things and worship the One who is truly worthy.

Acts 17:10–15 introduces us to the Bereans—people who eagerly received God’s Word, carefully examined it, and allowed truth to change them. Pastor Chad challenges us to cultivate a receptive heart that is hungry for truth and humble enough to let God’s Word shape our lives. 

Beyond the Sermon Episode 61

What happens when the Gospel confronts the throne of our lives? In Acts 17, Paul announces that Jesus is not simply another addition to our lives—He is the true King, calling us to surrender our control, our security, and our allegiance to Him.

Beyond the Sermon Episode 60

When the gospel shows up, chains don't just fall off prisoners—they fall off hearts. Join Pastor Chad as we journey through Acts 16 and discover how Jesus breaks the chains of deception, greed, fear, shame, and sin, setting captives free and transforming enemies into family.

Beyond the Sermon Episode 59

I f you've ever wondered whether you're doing enough for God, Acts 15 offers the freeing answer your heart needs. Pastor Chad explores a crossroads in the early church that shaped the Christian faith.

Cornelius gives us an example on how to have faith, regardless of status or social position, even teaching Peter. Come learn from Acts 10 on how to have unwavering faith in God!

No one expected Saul—the church's greatest enemy—to become one of its greatest leaders, but that's exactly what God's grace can do. Discover how Acts 9 reminds us that no one is beyond the reach of Jesus, and why you should never give up praying for the people who seem farthest from Him.

Beyond The Sermon Episode 58

In this message from Acts 6–7, discover how Stephen's journey from serving tables to boldly proclaiming Christ reminds us that God often entrusts greater opportunities to those who are faithful in smaller assignments.

Beyond The Sermon Episode 57

Why did Barnabas become known for generosity while Ananias became known for hypocrisy? Pastor Chad explores how the gospel transforms our hearts and why God's grace invites us to live with honesty, generosity, and joyful obedience.

In this message from Acts 4, discover how the Holy Spirit gives ordinary believers the words, wisdom, and courage to speak about Jesus in a world that often resists Him.

Beyond The Sermon Episode 56

Fatherhood isn’t about raising happy kids, but raising ready adults who follow Jesus. From Ephesians 6:4, this message challenges dads to lead with loving discipline and intentional instruction in the Lord. It’s about shaping lives that are prepared for the long game of faith and life.