Sunday Teaching: The Call of the Shepherd-King 04: I Will Be Your Shepherd-King (Micah 4:6-5:15)
Read moreThe View From The Tomb (John 20:1-10)
Easter Sunday Sermon: The View From The Tomb (John 20:1-10)
Read moreKnowing God 17—God's Presence—Exodus 35-40
Sunday Sermon: Knowing God 17—God's Presence—Exodus 35-40
In this Calvary Monterey sermon, our final study of Exodus, we delve into "Knowing God 17—God's Presence—Exodus 35-40." This sermon takes us on a journey through the final chapters of Exodus, exploring the construction of the Tabernacle and its significance in the Israelites' relationship with God. We examine the themes of sacrifice, priesthood, and the necessity of a sacred meeting space, and how these elements point towards the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ. This episode offers a vivid interpretation of Moses' experiences and the transformative power of God's presence, inviting listeners to reflect on their own spiritual journey and relationship with God. Join us as we uncover the depth and beauty of God's word and its relevance to our daily lives.
Read moreEaster Sunday 2023—Dead & Alive—Romans 6:8-11
Something has drastically changed about us, so we must consider ourselves to be radically connected to Christ's death and resurrection, making us dead to sin and alive to God (11). This consideration process makes the historical fact of the resurrection beautiful for life today. We must pause to consider who we are. What happened to Jesus changed us. The gospel has changed us. The true you is dead to sin and alive to God because Jesus Christ died and rose again.
When Jesus rose, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene in the garden outside the tomb. He told her to tell the other disciples that he was going to ascend to his Father and their Father, to his God and their God (John 20:17). It is his death and resurrection that secured God as theirs, making him their Father in heaven. And it is Jesus' death and resurrection that secure us that same position with God, that transfers us from the realm of sin to the realm of God. Every one of us here today—if we've trusted Christ—has been moved by the resurrection power of God into his realm.
Read moreArchival Post: Jesus Christ: The Ultimate Man
Jesus Christ: The Ultimate Man
Archival Post
Jesus Christ is the ultimate man. He is the One every believing man wants to emulate. We are bombarded daily with images and impressions and attitudes from society's popularized men, but none of them are worthy to loose Jesus' sandal strap.
Read moreArchival Post: A Blessing Offered by Christ
A Blessing Offered by Christ
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Eventually, the great wilderness baptizer, John, blurted out his question. His preaching against King Herod’s unlawful marriage had gotten him locked up. Imprisoned, John had heard of Jesus’ work. He thought it through, then asked, “Should we look for another?”
Read moreJesus Is Good News (Mark 1:1)
Jesus Is Good News
(Mark 1:1)
Right away, with his first words, Mark shows us his hand concerning Jesus. He tells us what he thinks of Christ. He is **the Son of God**. All through the book of Mark, this title for Jesus will be an important theme. (3 Minutes/800 Words)
Read moreArchival Post: Not Over. Not Around. God Takes You Through
Not Over. Not Around. God Takes You Through
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Have you ever felt there is no logical way forward? God’s way, according to the Psalm, was through the sea. Through it. Not over it, as in a boating adventure. Not around it, as in a hiking adventure. But through it. No one’s way is ever through it, except God’s. Only He can take us through the thing, through the Red Sea, through that which we are unable, in our human nature, to go through. But with God there is a way forward.
Read moreMany People in Your City? (Acts 18:9-10)
Many People in Your City?
(Acts 18:9-10)
When there is opposition to the gospel of Jesus Christ, what is your response? What do you believe? (2 Minutes/350 Words)
Read moreOutworkings and Witnesses of the Gospel’s Truthfulness – Three Witnesses (1 John 5:6–12)
Outworkings and Witnesses of the Gospel’s Truthfulness – Three Witnesses
(1 John 5:6–12)
Last week, John told us of three outworkings of the gospel in our lives -- love, obedience and belief. Today, John will give us three witnesses to the gospel's truthfulness. (6 Minutes/1500 Words)
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