Monthly Archives: August 2020

Living for God in Real Time

Posted on August 31, 2020 by Pastor John

The other day we were talking about an interesting parable of Jesus. It was the parable of the shrewd steward. If you recall, his master demanded that he make an accounting of all of his dealings because the master was … Continue reading →

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At Calvary – Ep 30 – Backpacking with My Youngest

Posted on August 27, 2020 by Pastor John

A couple of years ago my youngest child asked if she and I could do something unique together. It morphed a couple of times but finally settled on something specific: a backpacking trip! On Android you can find past episodes … Continue reading →

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Grace, Meant to Be Lived Out

Posted on August 24, 2020 by Pastor John

Grace. We hear the word in church. Hopefully, we understand that the grace of God is what has saved us. God’s forgiveness offered to us through Jesus is glorious! Have we thought about what that word is supposed to mean … Continue reading →

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At Calvary – Ep 29 – Do We Know When We Are Being Petty?

Posted on August 20, 2020 by Pastor John

Even though all evil should be gradually defeated in the lives of God’s children, there is one category of evil that is especially hurtful. It isn’t hurtful because of its shocking force. It is especially hurtful because it hides behind … Continue reading →

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Does God Speaking Make You Squirm?

Posted on August 17, 2020 by Pastor John

The last two weeks have got me thinking about conviction. We have been thinking together over the last two Sundays about how we view God’s course corrections. We have talked about the joy that Paul was sharing with the church … Continue reading →

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Embracing God

Posted on August 10, 2020 by Pastor John

What does God care about? How does a person receive eternal life? What must I do to be saved? I find it ironic how often the answer to these three question will contradict each other even when you are asking … Continue reading →

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At Calvary – Ep 28 – 3 Card Monte in Life, the Church and Politics

Posted on August 5, 2020 by Pastor John

When we think about the important issues facing America right now, we need to hear clear and helpful information from our leaders. In politics, in culture, and in faith we need our leaders to tell us what they believe and … Continue reading →

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The Christian Atheist – A Scary Thought

Posted on August 3, 2020 by Pastor John

Today we think about one of the oddest actions in the world. No, it isn’t when people who don’t believe in God act like they don’t believe in Him. It isn’t when people who are iffy about God act like … Continue reading →

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