Calvary Church Podcast

Evangelist Allen Griffin gives a good and timely message about the aroma of the Lord. Jesus became the burnt offering and a sweet smelling sacrifice.  Ephesians 5:1 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also”   Storing up treasure in Heaven produces an everlasting return on investment. Matthew 9:19-21 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

Jesus encouraged His followers to give, pray and fast. Our motivation should be our love and devotion to our Heavenly Father, not to draw attention to ourselves. Matthew 6:1-18 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

Jesus calls us to turn the other cheek and to go above and beyond for our enemies. We are also called to push back against injustices. We are called to love and pray for our enemies in the midst of persecution. God knows all, is just, and will vindicate His people. He calls us to be Spiritually mature "perfect" in our walks. Matthew 5:38-48 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

Is all anger a sin? The answer is “no.” However, the problem arises when we allow the seeds of anger to take root in our hearts. It leads us to sinful thoughts, words, and actions that ultimately affects our relationships and worship. Even if we don’t physically harm someone,  Jesus says that being angry with someone is the path that leads to murder, even if it’s only in our heart. We are cal...

Jesus kept raising the bar.  The Law of the OT served a purpose, but Jesus called us to higher levels. The religious leaders of Jesus’ day knew that adultery was wrong, but Jesus said that if you even look at a woman with lustful intent, you’ve already committed adultery in your heart. If the act is sin, then so is the intention. Matthew 5:27-32 Matthew 19:4-9 calvarymd.com facebook.com/Calva...

Pastor Benny resumes our series from the book of Matthew. Jesus famously called His followers to be salt & light. We aren’t to keep our faith to ourselves, but be a positive influence on the world around us. We take a close look at the characteristics of both salt & light Matthew 5:13-16 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

Pastor Wes Newell Jesus has power over storms, over Satan, over sickness, and over death. The woman with the issue of blood was healed as she touched Jesus’ garments. Her condition was impossible. Her confession was continual. Her cure was effectual. Mark 4 and 5 Mark 5:25-34 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

Matthew 5:17-20 “Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will by no means pass away.” ‭‭Matthew‬ ‭24:35‬ ‭ "Your word oh Lord settled in Heaven" Psalm 119:89 God's settled Word will settle you! calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

Pastor Milton brings us a word today to drop our rocks. Rocks of Righteousness Rocks of Resentment Rocks of Revenge Rocks of Retreat 2 Samuel 9:1; 6-8 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

The Reality of Hell (7.18.21) For those who follow Jesus, this world is as bad as it gets; it only gets better. For those who don’t follow Jesus, this world is as good as it gets; it only gets worse. In Luke 16, Jesus ends the debate on the existence of Hell.  It is a very real place where there is eternal torment, no rest, and no hope. God never intended Hell to be for people.  It was o...

At Calvary we believe in the training, developing and equipping the next generation! On this special Sunday, students and young adults from Calvary's Youth and Young Adults Ministries have come together to preach short sermons on topics that God has laid on their hearts. 2 Timothy 2:1–2 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

It’s important they we understand the times in which we are living. As the Day of the Lord’s Return gets closer, signs of the times will increase. Jesus said that when you see all these things happening, lift up your heads, your redemption draws near. calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

The thief comes only to  steal  and  kill  and  destroy. Satan’s Will   is  destruction . His Strategy is  division . His Tactic is  offense. Offenses will dominate, deprive and defile you. Don't pick up an offense, and don't pick up someone else's offense. 2 Timothy 2:23-26 Matthew 24:10 Hebrews 12:15 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

Pastor Wes Newell Your perception determines your reaction. Elisha’s servant was fearful when an army of chariots & soldiers surrounded them. Elisha prayed that his eyes would be open to see that those who are with us are greater than those who are with them. The situation did not change, but what he saw changed him. 2 Kings 6:8-17 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

Dr. Rob Rhoden from Ascent.edu joined us this week to talk about the encounter between Jesus and Zacchaeus. Jesus delights in coming to you. He knows your name even before you accept His name. Jesus wants you to move from being a watcher, to a participator. Luke 19:1-10 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

In the last installment of the series: The Beatitudes, Pastor Benny shares about the 8th beatitude, persecution. Matthew 5:10-12 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederic

Jesus called us to make peace. Peacemaking is more than Peacekeeping. It goes beyond forgiveness and restores fractured relationships. Peacemakers pursue reconciliation. Peacemakers give undeserved grace. Matthew 5:9 Colossians 1:20 2 Corinthians 13:11 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

Jesus isn’t looking for people who are good at rituals & ceremonies; He’s looking for people who have a heart that yearns for Him, whose hearts are fully-devoted to Him. The pure in heart have an unmixed, unstained, clean heart and their reward is: they will see God. They’ll see God through His current presence & power, and will (one day) see Him face to face in Heaven. Matthew 5:8 James 2...

Pastor Benny shares 2 Definitions of Mercy: 1.  Mercy goes beyond forgiveness, it’s intentionally removing the punishment. 2.  Mercy: The compassionate treatment of those in distress. Then a panel joins us to find out how we can make a difference through the foster care system. Matthew 5:7 Matthew 9:27-30 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

Mother’s Day Pastor Kelli Ferguson continues our series on the Beatitudes. Your appetite determines your health. As we hunger & thirst after a Holy God we become truly filled & satisfied. Matthew 5:6 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

Meekness isn’t weakness. It’s living with strength under control, staying teachable, and living with authenticity. Jesus said you’ll inherit the Earth if you walk in meekness. Matthew 5:5 Proverbs 16:32 Matthew 11:29 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

Pastor Wes Newell shares in our second week of our Beatitudes Series Blessed are they that mourn for they will be comforted. Mourning is a journey and not a destination. Matthew 5:4 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

Pastor Benny Ferguson brings this week’s message as we begin a series on the beatitudes. Blessed are those whose total dependence is on the Lord. Having a humble posture will better prepare us to live out the rest of the beatitudes. Matthew 5:1-3 calvarymd.com facebook.com/CalvaryFrederick

Pastor Benny Ferguson shares Calvary’s Easter 2021 Message: In a hopeless world, the only trustworthy place to put your hope in is Jesus Christ. After His resurrection, Jesus met two of His followers who were walking away from Jerusalem to Emmaus. Their hope was dead because they thought their Savior was dead. When their eyes were opened, they realized that Jesus was very much alive and their hope...