It used to be common for churches to hold annual missions conferences. But this kind of missions focus seems to have decreased. Why is that? And how then should we think about the Great Commission?
Whether we’re doing a will or attending a funeral, it can be difficult to face our own mortality. But followers of Jesus shouldn’t fear death. Our hope goes beyond death, even though there is much we don’t understand.
John and his wife, Gudny, recently celebrated their 20th year at Calvary Church in Charlotte, North Carolina. Join John as he shares thoughts and reflections on this milestone of God’s faithfulness
Our Heavenly Father watches over us, cares for us, provides for us, and loves us so much that from time to time He also disciplines us. Have you experienced discipline by God the Father? What has been your response?
Calvary member Stan Rawls endured the unthinkable when his son, Kelly Rawls, was tragically killed in a skydiving accident. Yet the Lord worked through the terrible experience by inspiring Stan to write a book helping parents know how to explain the...
Lies and gossip cause a lot of trouble in relationships, in business, in families, and even in the church. In particular, social media makes it easy to spread rumor and innuendo, but followers of Christ are to be people of truth.
As a pastor, John has received many questions, but the most frequent one deals with eternal security. Is it possible to be truly saved and then lose that salvation? Or another variation: Once I am saved by grace, do I have the freedom to live as I...
“Dispensationalism” has recently been in the news. It’s a theological term describing an approach to Scripture looking at the categories of history in God’s revelation, such as before and after the Mosaic Law and the end times. What should we...
We are probably familiar with the idea of Jesus being with us and never forsaking us, rather than the encouraging truth that the Lord goes before us. But as you begin this new year, reflect on and find comfort in this glorious promise!