Calvary PSL Podcast

Christian community can be uncomfortable, but it is essential.

The grind of life is marked by difficulty and suffering. Through contentment, joy, and faithfulness we can persevere.

The disciples asked Jesus, “Who can be saved?” The Lord responded by giving them bad news and good news. Concerning the bad news He said, “With man it is impossible.” Concerning the good news He said, “But with God all things are possible.” God is good and He has provided a way for our salvation!

In Jesus’ day, some people chose not to give the covenant of marriage the respect it warranted. When the Lord was asked about His views concerning marriage, He had a lot to say. What do the Scriptures say about marriage, divorce, and remarriage? Discover more this weekend.

The Valley of Hinnom is located just southwest of the Old City of Jerusalem. In Bible times, this valley was used as a garbage dump, where the bodies of criminals, animal carcasses, and trash were continually burned. Jesus used the Valley of Hinnom (Gehenna) as an illustration of Hell and warned anyone who would listen to avoid that place at all costs.

Deep within all of us there is a desire for greatness. Some pursue greatness the wrong way, promoting themselves and striving for the praise of men. But what did Jesus say about our search for significance? Discover more this weekend.

In the Gospel of Mark, the disciples often lacked faith to overcome their problems. Scripture tells us that faith is the victory that overcomes the world. So, how can we fuel our faith? Discover more this weekend.

While Jesus was on a mountain with Peter, James, and John, the most amazing phenomenon occurred. The Lord was transfigured before them! The Transfiguration of Christ is one of the most significant events in the Bible. What lessons can we learn from it? Discover more this weekend.

There is no higher calling than the call to follow Jesus! What does it mean to be a follower of Christ? Will there be any challenges? Why should I answer the call to discipleship? Discover more this weekend.

The disciples had a problem seeing truth clearly. Even though their physical eyesight was clear, their spiritual eyesight was blurry. What can we do to sharpen our spiritual perception? Discover more this weekend.

Many people claim to “believe”, but do they have genuine faith? What are the marks of a true believer? How can we know if our faith is authentic? Discover more this weekend.

The Pharisees prioritized man made religion over God’s Word. In doing so, they honored God with their lips, but their hearts were far from Him. Jesus’ message was exactly the opposite. The Lord emphasized an intimate relationship with the Father and focused on matters of the heart.

While crossing the Sea of Galilee, the disciples encountered a fierce headwind that was against them. At some point, all of us will encounter stormy winds. These winds will threaten to steal our joy and discourage us. But if we have a strategy in place before the winds blow, we can, “Be of good cheer”!

While in a desolated area, the disciples looked out at more than five thousand people who were hungry. What should they do? It was complicated. Life can be complex. Problems surface every day. What should we do when we’re faced with a difficult issue?

On the night He was betrayed, Jesus and His Apostles gathered in an upper room for the Passover. During the meal, He broke the bread and said, "This is My Body which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of Me." Join us this weekend as we remember Christ's monumental sacrifice on our behalf and then share Communion together.

G.O.A.T. is an popular acronym for ‘greatest of all time.’ We can debate the G.O.A.T. concerning basketball, football, and hip-hop music; but, when it comes to this whole God thing, Jesus made it clear: LOVE is the G.O.A.T.

If you would like to begin a relationship with Jesus, please come up after closing prayer to the middle section of the platform and speak with a pastor or elder.

John the Baptist was a man of God who was used by the Lord in a tremendous way. But when difficult events occurred that John was not expecting, his faith faltered. What do we do when our faith is shaken?

When Jesus went back to His hometown of Nazareth; the people were offended by His words and rejected Him. How should we respond when people are offended by the truth? What should we do when people reject us because of our faith?

Life is filled with distractions that demand our time and attention. Where is your focus? What consumes you? Join us this weekend to discover how to live a life that is absorbed in the things of God.

Many Christians struggle with the idea that God loves them. They fictitiously believe He is too immense to care about them or too holy to forgive their sin. When the Son of God came to earth, He dispelled both of these spurious beliefs. He proved by His words and works that He truly is the Lover of our souls!

When Jesus went to the land of the Gerasenes, He encountered a man who was filled with demons. Dark forces were strong in this man’s life, but he was about to encounter someone who was stronger; someone who would set him free!

Starting Point is an 8-week gathering where your questions about God turn into a conversation about faith. In a Starting Point group, you can discuss your doubts and explore the trickiest topics of faith, free from pressure and judgment. Please go to our Group Connect area in the cafe.

The death and resurrection of Christ is the climax of all history. When we turn to Christ in repentance and faith, we become united with Him in His death and resurrection. Just as Christ died, so we die to our old way of life. Just as Christ lives, so we embrace a new life and declare with confidence, “I’m Alive!”

At a certain point in Jesus’ ministry, His teaching style changed and He began to speak in parables. Parables are earthly stories about a heavenly kingdom. They are given to reveal truth to those who are humble, but to conceal truth from those who are prideful. Join us for part 2 of "Powerful Parables"!

At a certain point in Jesus’ ministry, His teaching style changed and He began to speak in parables. Parables are earthly stories about a heavenly kingdom. They are given to reveal truth to those who are humble, but to conceal truth from those who are prideful.

The Lord’s miracles were breathtaking to behold. With one word He caused the blind to see, the deaf to hear, the lame to walk, and the dead to come back to life! But the religious leaders rejected Jesus and said His miracles were performed by the power of Satan. By saying this, they revealed the true condition of their hearts and that they had passed the point of no return.

Jesus knew that one day He would return to His Father in heaven. He also knew that the work He began had to continue on earth. Therefore, He chose twelve men to carry on His ministry after His departure. He prepared these men and then sent them out to preach His message.

The teachings of the Pharisees weighed people down with a load of legalistic demands. Jesus came to remove that load and liberate His people. Have you been set free?

The religious leaders of Jesus' day were prideful and pompous. They looked down their noses at common people and despised sinners. Jesus was just the opposite! He hung out with sinful people and showed them His love. His kindness toward them led to their repentance.

Jesus had a busy schedule. His days were often packed with ministry and as a Man He became depleted. What did the Lord do to replenish Himself after a demanding day? He found a secret place to connect with His Father in prayer.

During His ministry, Jesus had compassion for those who were in need. As He preached to the multitudes, healed the diseased, and freed the demonized, His ministry had an immense impact on the lives of the people He loved.

When Jesus began His ministry, He chose common fishermen to be part of His inner circle. After these men left their fishing nets to follow the Lord, He trained them and turned them into “fishers of men”.

Before Jesus launched His ministry, John the Baptist came to prepare the people for their Messiah. His message centered on repentance and the result was a great revival in the land.

The early church in Acts was made up of a dynamic group of people that changed their city. How did these early believers make such a difference in so many lives? Join us this Sunday as Pastor Mike shares a special message called, "Dynamite"!

After living recklessly for a season, the prodigal son returned home repentant and broken. Upon his return, he was met by his father, who showed him amazing grace and love!

During the 8th century B.C., God spoke through the prophet Isaiah and made an amazing promise to His people. A Child would be born who would change the world! In the fulness of time, God kept His promise and sent His Son to the earth.

During the 8th century B.C., God spoke through the prophet Isaiah and made an amazing promise to His people. A Child would be born who would change the world! The names given to this promised Child describe how special He would be.

Jesus Christ is worth following, but we must never forget that there is nothing casual about being committed to Him. Jesus said, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me."

During the Last Supper, the Lord Jesus established a New Covenant with His people. This covenant is based on His broken body and shed blood for us. Join us this Sunday as we celebrate Communion together and Pastor Mike teaches us about the New Covenant.

Life in this fallen world is filled with heartache and pain. But the last chapter of Revelation has good news. A new world is coming! One day God will create a New Heaven and a New Earth, which will be our home forever. Heaven is not just our destination, it should be our motivation. The promise a new world should change how we live in this world.

At the end of the Millennium, Satan will be released from his prison. Through a campaign of lies he will deceive millions to follow him in an attempt to topple Christ from His throne in Jerusalem. This diabolical plan will fail and Satan will finally be destroyed. In the end, the Lord will win the battle between good and evil!

By the end of the Tribulation, the earth will be a vast wasteland of destruction. But during the Kingdom Age, the Lord will reverse the curse and restore the earth to its original beauty. Then He will reign with His saints for one thousand years.

We are so excited about our future Christian School, Calvary Christian Academy!

At the end of the Tribulation, the armies of the nations of the world will gather in the Valley of Megiddo. When they look up, they will be shocked to see the most amazing sight. A Rider on a white horse coming in power and great glory and leading a heavenly army!

In the last days, a global political and economic system will emerge. This system will be based on selfishness and greed and those who profit from it will live in luxury. But something will cause this empire to suddenly collapse and never be rebuilt again.

After the Rapture of the true Church, a global religious system will emerge. The government of the Antichrist will initially support this religious system, but will later grow to despise it… and destroy it. What is true religion?

The 7 Bowl Judgments during the Great Tribulation will cause the world to be shaken. During that time, humanity will curse God for His judgments, but they will have no one to blame except themselves. If mankind would just repent, everything would be different.

Jesus had a lot to say about the end times. In His Olivet Discourse, He revealed what humanity can expect before He returns to set up His Kingdom. Are you ready for His return?

Let's be honest - sometimes prayer doesn't seem to work. Whether it's a prayer for healing, deliverance, or help, we all know what it's like to feel like our prayers are bouncing off of the ceiling. Is it because God isn't listening? Are we doing something wrong? Thankfully, God's Word has a lot to say about unanswered prayers.