Paul felt the trial which caused him such despair was one which could teach him to rely not on himself, but on God, the one who raises the dead.
Read moreA Healthy Heart Before God - How To Deal With a Condemned Heart (1 John 3:19-20)
At this point in his letter, John knew his readers were ripe for feelings of condemnation. He'd written to them about believing in Jesus, obeying God, and loving other Christians. And on this last point, many might have felt terrible weakness. (7 Minutes/1900 Words)
Read moreThe Fall (Genesis 3:4-6)
At this point, Satan had Eve teed up. He had planted the seeds of doubt in God and in God's word. She was ready for destruction, primed for manipulation. (4 Minutes/900 Words)
Read moreExile Citizens -- 1 Peter 2:13-17 -- The Grace of Exile #12
# 12 Exile Citizens -- 1 Peter 2:13-17 -- The Grace of Exile
Read moreArchival Post: A Prayer To Come to the Rock
With a faint heart, I cry out to You, O Lord. My flesh wants to appear stronger than I am. I want to think of myself strong. But you are the Rock higher than I. You are the great foundation upon which I stand.
Read moreSpecial Announcement: Calvary Monterey Is Hiring!
This is a special update to announce that Calvary Monterey has several new opportunities available for those interested in joining our church staff.
Read moreHow To Love God's People - Part 3 (1 John 3:17-18)
Today, in part three, we will look at the last two lessons, followed by some applications of the entire passage of 1 John 3:11-18. This passage gives us practical help on how to demonstrate Christian love. (4 Minutes/1000 Words)
Read moreThe Life of David: Go Into the Undesirable (1 Samuel 20)
God is before all things, created all things, upholds all things, is above all things, owns all things, and is the rightful ruler of all things. “Whatever the LORD pleases, he does, in heaven and on earth, in the seas and all deeps” (Psalm 135:6). We call this the sovereignty of God. He is in control, which is good to understand, for we are not. (12 Minutes/3000 Words)
Read moreArchival Post: United In Marriage — Husband, Sacrificially Love
The church is not slavishly following Christ, for He is ever loving and gentle and kind. The husband is to be the same, one who emulates the love of Jesus Christ.
Read moreHow To Love God's People - Part 2 (1 John 3:13-16)
Today, we will look at the third, fourth, and fifth lessons from the passage 1 John 3:11-18, on how to love, especially how to love God's people. (7 Minutes/1700 Words)
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