“Does It Violate Religious Liberty to Close Churches Over Coronavirus?”– Russell Moore
“As most churches are now not gathering on Sundays for the time being, some are asking if these sorts of health mandates are a violation of religious liberty. The short answer is ‘no.'”

“99% of Those Who Died From Virus Had Other Illness, Italy Says”– Bloomberg
“More than 99% of Italy’s coronavirus fatalities were people who suffered from previous medical conditions, according to a study by the country’s national health authority.”

“Hope in Troubling Times”– Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa
“Word of encouragement from Psalm 46.”

“Livestream Preaching in the Age of Covid-19”– Expositors Collective
“David Guzik has been broadcasting and live-streaming his sermons for years and years. He has been an early adopter of technological advances and has leveraged them to spread solid Biblical teaching all over the world. He sits down with Mike to give philosophical and practical advice to preachers who find themselves preaching in empty sanctuaries into microphones or webcams during the COVID-19 crisis.”

“Christian Siriano and Dov Charney Are Making Masks and Medical Supplies Now”– The New York Times
“Fashion designers and manufacturers are rebooting their operations to help with shortages of masks and gowns in the coronavirus pandemic.”

“Christian Churches: Services, Mass Move to Digital …Body of Christ Streamed”– TMZ
“Yes, the Christian community (pretty much all denominations) is moving to digital church services and masses during the coronavirus pandemic — and one company in particular that specializes in broadcasting the word of God says it’s seeing a massive spike in the millions.”

“A Call to Prayer”– Creation Fest
“In these uncertain days – whether weeks or months – we can all pray. Perhaps now more than ever, it is time for Christians to speak hope and healing over our families and friends, over our colleagues and workplaces, over children and the elderly, over our country and our world, over all people and in all places during this challenging time.”

“Enduring Words for Troubled Times – FEAR NOT – Isaiah 43:1-2”– Enduring Word
“Daily devotional from Pastor David Guzik.”

“Tim Keller: Peace in Times of Suffering and Uncertainty”– The Gospel Coalition
“This special livestream was as part of Gospel in Life’s Questioning Christianity series, Tim Keller discussed how we can find peace in times of suffering and uncertainty.”

“God Has Not Appointed to Wrath”– Back to Basics
“Therefore, again, I conclude that the Rapture must be prior to the Tribulation because “God did not appoint us to wrath, but to obtain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ” (1 Thessalonians 5:9).”

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“The Powers of Darkness & the People of God”– CalvaryChapel.com
“In recent years, there has been a heightened interest in the unseen reality of evil. Because of this, Pastor Brian Brodersen updated his book Spiritual Warfare and gave it a new title: The Powers of Darkness and the People of God. It still deals with the subject of spiritual warfare, but the emphasis is to help the individual Christian in his or her personal battle with the powers of darkness. Our prayer is that this book is a blessing and a help to a new generation of readers.”

“Teaching the Bible: An Interview with Brian Brodersen”– Maranatha Chapel & Expositors Collective
“Join Pastor Shawn Stone and Pastor Brian Broderson behind the scenes at Expositors Collective as they talk about Brian’s start in ministry, Pastor Chuck Smith, and how he went from burdened teaching to Spirit-lead preaching.

The upcoming Expositors Collective will be September 30-31 at Howell, New Jersey! Visit expositorscollective.com for more information!”

“Skillet’s John Cooper on Apostasy Among Young Christian Leaders”– Cogent Christianity
“John Cooper, lead singer for the rock band Skillet, responded to the litany of recent apostasies among young Christian leaders. In a Facebook post titled ‘What in God’s Name is Happening in Christianity?’ put up on Tuesday, August 13, Cooper directly addressed the reasons given by Hillsong songwriter Marty Sampson for renouncing his Christian faith, before highlighting the need for Christians to stay grounded in a truth-driven faith over an emotion-driven one.”

“Harvest Crusade 2019”– Harvest
“Do you question your purpose, how to find real happiness, or wonder if there’s life after death? Find answers to life’s looming questions at SoCal Harvest. Join us in three wonderful nights full of musical performances by top Christian artists, special guest interviews, and a message of hope from the gospel that could change your life.

Harvest Crusade is happening this weekend in Anaheim on August 23-25! Visit Harvestsocal.org for more information!

“Spiritual Warfare Class with Dr. Gerry Breshears”– Calvary Chapel St. Petersburg
“There is an ongoing battle between the kingdom of light and the kingdom of darkness. By studying Jesus’ life and other passages in scripture, we can gain insights into how to respond to the influence of spiritual warfare effectively. This class, taught by Dr. Gerry Breshears, will be held on Sunday, August 18 from 6:30-8 pm in the Main Auditorium.”

“Engaging Opposition: Expressing Love Through Conversation”– CalvaryChapel.com
“If we believe that we have the truth, then what can a person’s rigorous questioning of our faith do to us? I believe the word of God and the Christian faith stands up to the most rigorous of questions. We have nothing to fear from those who oppose our views. If we do fear the questions of those with differing views, what does that say about our faith? Are we worried that they will uncover something that is untrue? Surely not.”

“When Someone You Admire Abandons the Faith”– Russell Moore
“Evangelical author Joshua Harris announces on Instagram that he no longer considers himself a Christian. Evangelical songwriter Marty Sampson now says the same thing about himself. The Internet is atwitter with opinions on all of that, from atheists, from Christians, and everyone in between. As sad as I am about all of this, I can’t help but think about lots of people I’ve known, many of whom would never make headlines, who just, sometimes very quietly, walked away from the faith.”

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“Worship Leadership, Philosophy and Theology with Scott Cunningham”– Calvary Global Network
“Worship Pastor of Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa and Director of the School of Worship, Scott Cunningham, shares practical thoughts, perspectives and wisdom that will be an immense benefit to anyone in pastoral leadership and worship ministry on this episode of Mission & Methods Podcast.”

“Is Christianity a Psychological Crutch?”– Solas
“Is Christianity just a psychological crutch for those too weak to deal with the difficulties of life? In this SHORT ANSWERS video, Andy Bannister tackles a common atheist accusation aimed at Christians … and discovers that maybe it’s atheism that actually has the biggest weakness in this area instead.”

“Watch Teaching Sessions LIVE at Refresh Conference Europe 2019”– CalvaryChapel.com
Teaching sessions available live August 11-17 at the Refresh Conference Europe 2019.

“Growing As Expositors Through Peer Review W/ Jody Ponce”– Expositors Collective
“We believe that sermons can be improved and their impact maximized by increasing the amount of heads and hearts that contribute to their shape and strength.” The next Expositors Collective Seminar will be on September 30-31 at Howell, New Jersey! Visit expositorscollective.com for more info!

“Calvary Chapel Worship Leaders Conference November 11-14!”– Calvary Creative
“Come and be refreshed and encouraged in your ministry and calling as we draw near to the Lord with great Bible teaching, intimate worship, and great fellowship with other worship leaders and team members. In addition, there will be practical workshops to help equip you in your ministry, along with the encouraging fellowship of other worship leaders who serve in the same capacity. It is our prayer and desire to maintain the simplicity and Spirit-led ministry that has distinctly marked the way that God moves in and through Calvary Chapel.”

“Yale’s Gelernter: To Challenge Darwinism Is to ‘Take Your Life in Your Hands'”– Evolution News
“At The College Fix, editor Jennifer Kabbany takes note of Yale polymath David Gelernter’s interview with Peter Robinson, in which Stephen Meyer and David Berlinski also participated.”

“Why I Don’t Sit With My Husband at Church”– Christianity Today
“Five reasons to separate from your spouse—and sometimes your kids—on Sunday mornings.”

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“Were the New Testament Manuscripts Copied Accurately?”– CalvaryChapel.com
“There are three main areas of textual evidence to consider when answering the question of whether the New Testament manuscripts were copied accurately: (1) the number of Greek manuscripts, (2) the dating of the manuscripts, and (3) the textual accuracy of the manuscript copies.”

“Wealth, Health, Happiness and Holiness – The Vision and SIN of Nicola Sturgeon”– TheWeeFlea
“I have no doubt at all that the FM means what she says – but the problem is that this speech actually says very little. It is not the fluent, cogent and life-giving vision that Alastair exults in. It is not the Gettysburg address. It is not the Sermon on the Mount.”

“Who Am I? Human Identity and the Gospel in a Confusing World”– CalvaryChapel.com
“Who am I? Just three words or six letters make up this question. Yet the attempts to find a satisfying answer have produced enough letters to fill countless libraries. To answer the question of who we are, we also need to ask what we are? What does it mean to be human? Do we have a grand purpose, an end game towards which our lives are heading?”

“Tom Holland: Why atheists are More ‘Christian’ Than They Realise”– Premier
“If secular humanism derives, not from reason or from science, but from the distinctive course of Christianity’s evolution – a course that, in the opinion of growing numbers in Europe and America, has left God dead –­ then how are its values anything more than the shadow of a corpse? What are the foundations of its morality, if not a myth?”

“If This Is How the Bible Works, the Bible Doesn’t Work at All”– The Gospel Coalition
“Enns simply embraces the thesis that the Bible’s God-talk is necessarily no more than futile ancient efforts (heavily redacted and embellished) to articulate the ineffable.”

“The Value of Expository Preaching”– Expositors Collective
“On the first session of the San Diego training weekend, Pastor David Guzik starts our time together by reminding us of the importance and value of expository preaching.”

“That Amazing Thing Called Grace”– WND
“God has shown us the way to be right with him. And what is that way? It’s called grace: “For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard. Yet God, in his grace, freely makes us right in his sight. He did this through Christ Jesus when he freed us from the penalty for our sins” (Romans 3:23–24 NLT, emphasis added).”

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The Latest featured in The Link!

“J. I. Packer, 89, On Losing Sight But Seeing Christ”– The Gospel Coalition
Happy Birthday to J.I. Packer, who just recently turned 93. Here is an interview Packer did when he turned 89.

“Things That Matter: Faith & Prayer for the Pastor”– CalvaryChapel.com
“Pastors Brian Brodersen, John Hwang and Richard Cimino conclude their pastoral series with a discussion on the power and importance of prayer, and the place for faith in the pastor’s life. Thanks for joining this miniseries on pastoral ministry. Stay tuned for more Things That Matter!”

“Creation Fest UK Watch LIVE”– live.calvarychapel.flywheelsites.com
We are so excited for the opportunities to share conferences and events, including Creation Fest UK, to you LIVE! Creation Fest UK will be happening 3-9 August. Visit the Creation Fest website for more information and to follow their programme.

“Street Preacher Awarded £2,500 in Damages After Wrongful Arrest”– Premier.
“Christian street preacher Oluwole Ilesanmi has been offered the money in exemplary damages from the Metropolitan Police in relation to his false arrest, imprisonment and unlawful detention.”

“Embracing Contemplation: Reclaiming a Christian Spiritual Practice”– IVP
“Bringing together scholars and practitioners of spiritual formation from across the Protestant spectrum, this volume offers a distinctly evangelical consideration of the benefits of contemplation. The contributors draw on historical examples from the church—including John Calvin, Richard Baxter, Jonathan Edwards, and John Wesley—to consider how contemplative prayer can shape Christian living today. The result is a robust guide to embracing contemplation that will help Christians as they seek to keep in step with the Spirit.”

“Chinese Translation Available”– Enduring Word
“We are very happy to announce that the CHINESE TRANSLATION of the Enduring Word Commentary on the Book of 1 TIMOTHY is available online now!”- David Guzik, author of Enduring Word Commentary

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“Creation Fest Live Stream Available: August 3-9”– Creation Fest UK
“3-9 AUGUST 2019 | Royal Cornwall Events Centre, Wadebridge
A week of music, dancing, thinking, skating, camping and plenty more! Watch Live starting August 3!
#cf19uk”

“Developing & Deploying Leaders in the Local Church”– Calvary Global Network
“How did Jesus develop ministry leaders? Should all pastors and ministry leaders engage in leadership development? What are the biblical and practical foundations for healthy leadership development in the local church? In this episode of Mission & Methods, Kellen Criswell discusses these important questions with seasoned ministry trainer, Rod Thompson.”

“Can We Trust the Gospels?”– Think Biblically
“The Gospel accounts of the life of Jesus claim to be historically accurate–but there are lots of skeptics about the historical reliability of the gospel accounts of the life of Jesus. Join us as Scott interviews Dr. Peter Williams, one of the leading experts in the world on the historical accuracy of the accounts of the life and times of Jesus.”

“What Happens When We Die?” – Solas
“What happens when we die? Are we just worm food? Are our atoms just scattered to the four winds? And doesn’t the same fate, on atheism, await all of humanity—in which case, what difference does it make how we live now? This SHORT ANSWERS video explores arguably one of the most important questions one can ask—and shows why Christianity and Christianity alone offers hope and certainty.”

“Speech Impediments, Insecurities And The Holy Spirit”– Expositors Collective
“After overcoming a speech impediment, a 3-minute sermon and a sense of insecurity from being “too young” Shawn Stone now has wisdom and experience to share with Mike and Clay about life, ministry, preaching and an ongoing dependence upon the Holy Spirit.”

“5 Reasons to Disentangle Sexuality and Race”– The Gospel Coalition
“’You’re on the wrong side of history.’
These words cut Christians seeking to defend orthodox Christian sexual ethics to the heart. The implication is clear: the gay-rights movement is the new civil rights movement. Failing to embrace gay marriage now is like opposing mixed-race marriage then. Christians invoked the Bible to justify their racism then, and they’re using the Bible to justify their homophobia now. Hold your ground on this issue, and you’ll find yourself on the wrong side of history.”

“Abiding in Christ”– Back to Basics
“Sometimes we get too busy to seek the Lord. We may read our Bibles a bit each day, but we fail to saturate ourselves in the Word. In times like these, love, joy, peace, and patience are hard to come by. The Lord intends better for His followers.”

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“Things That Matter: The Pastor as a Leader”– CalvaryChapel.com
“In this pastoral series with pastors Brian Brodersen, Richard Cimino and John Hwang, we have been breaking down the role of a pastor. Today we focus on the pastor as a leader. How is leadership defined in ministry? Brian, Richard and John share key points on this episode of Things That Matter.”

“It’s Time To Go On The Offensive”– Solas
“We’ve believed that Christianity is declining. It isn’t. We’ve assumed Christianity can’t stand up in the university. It can. Too many of us think Christianity is threatened by diversity. It never has been. And too few of us think Christian sexual ethics are sustainable in the modern world. They are. On these and many other fronts, we have conceded far more ground to secularism than it deserves.”

“Preaching and Teaching the Old Testament with Vigor”– Southern Equip
“I started to think to myself: Why do so many Christian institutions do this? That is what originally got me into Hebrew and Semitic languages, and ultimately the Old Testament itself. The truth is, the Book of Leviticus is just as important as the Book of Romans, and Leviticus should be preached with the same vigor — despite the fact that it is more difficult in many ways.”

“Pharisees, Spears, & God’s Righteousness | Righteousness Miniseries Pt.6”– GoodLion
“Aaron Salvato and Char Broderson discuss the key differences between Old Testament and New Testament depictions of righteousness, and what it means for the follower of Christ.”

“Don’t Buy ‘The Science Guy’”– Cross-Examined.org
“In the last few years, however, Bill Nye has entered into a different realm. Apparently, he fancies himself an arbiter of all truth; the man who can quite literally save the world.”

“DNA Is Code: Who Coded It? (Science Uprising 03)”– Discovery Science
“Is the software that runs life the result of accumulated copying errors? Or does it require a programmer? This episode of Science Uprising examines how Microsoft founder Bill Gates, geneticist and entrepreneur Craig Venter, and even evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins all acknowledge that DNA is like software. But how was that software created?”

“‘The Situation is Very Vulnerable’: Iran-Backed militias Ethnically Cleansing Northern Iraq”– The Telegraph
“Those who can are getting out. Those who stay are preparing themselves for more violence. ‘Things are bad more than any other time,’ Fr Behnam Benoka tells me at his church in Bartella, a ghost town protected, if that’s the right word, by soldiers with Kalashnikovs. ‘It’s harder even than before Isil.'”

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“Norman Leo Geisler July 21, 1931 – July 1, 2019”– CalvaryChapel.com
“This is the kind of man God used for nearly 60 years to strengthen the church, which earned him the nickname ‘Stormin’ Norman.'”

“The Aborted Children of Western Civilization’s Famous Writers”– The Bridgehead
“…the artists who in so many cases sold their souls to create fleeting beauty and became, as George Bernard Shaw coldly puts it, “half-vampire.” Many of them lived nursing the secret sorrows of who could have been, and perhaps this is what the pro-choice (and Pulitzer Prize-winning) poet Sharon Olds was referring to in her haunting poem The Unborn”

“What Is The Real Business of the Church?”– Lead2Serve
“At Lead2Serve Pastor Ed Taylor discusses the value of servant leadership. We recognize the best leaders will always first be the best servants. From Church Planters to Senior Pastors, Sunday School teachers to CEO’s, the wisdom shared will be a great benefit to your life! Pastor Ed is the Senior Pastor of Calvary Church, in Aurora Colorado.”

“In Photos: California’s Historic Earthquakes, Less Than Two Days Apart”– Axios
“Two of the largest earthquakes to hit California in the past two decades took place less than two days apart this week.”

“The Chabad Rebbe Died 25 Years Ago. Here’s How His Movement Has Survived.”– Jewish Telegraph Agency
“Twenty-five years later, the redemptive arrival of the Messiah seems even further away, as anti-Semitism raises its head again and fewer Jews than ever are attracted to the ultra-Orthodox Jewish life that Lubavitch espouses. While the campaign for the Moshiach continues, the accompanying frenzy and excitement that was its distinguishing feature in those final years of the Rebbe’s life is largely diminished. It has simply become another slogan of the Lubavitch brand of outreach. But Lubavitch and the Chabad movement has not disappeared. What happened?”

“Episode 54 – Learn From Others, But Be Yourself”– Expositors Collective
“Mike sits down with Pastor Richard Cimino for a conversation about learning from others but staying true to the “you” that God made you to be.”

“Bridging the Divide Between the Big Church and the Small Church”– CalvaryChapel.com
“Church size is often how pastors let other pastors know how they are doing – they are doing well because their church is growing bigger, or their church is struggling, which pastors don’t necessarily want to divulge because their church is still small. BUT WHAT IF WE ARE LOOKING AT THIS ISSUE FROM THE WRONG ANGLE?”

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CGN INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ARCHIVES – Calvary Global Network
Click above to view the archives from the CGN International Conference 2019! This year’s theme was Commissioned: Gospel Ministry in a Post-everything World.

“The Case for Idolatry: Why Christians Can Worship Idols”– The Gospel Coalition
“For as long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to worship idols. It’s not that my parents raised me that way, because they didn’t; I was brought up in a loving, secure, Christian home. But from childhood until today, my heart has been drawn to idolatry. In fact, if I’m honest, one of the defining features of my identity has been my desire to put something else—popularity, money, influence, sex, success—in place of God.”

“The Question at the Heart of the Sexual Revolution”– Sean McDowell
“The sexual revolution is not chiefly about abortion, same-sex marriage, pornography, or the nature of gender. Debates about these issues reflect deeper worldview commitments. Rather, at the heart of the sexual revolution is a set of ideas about the order of reality and the nature of human beings.”

“The Jonas Brothers, ‘The Bachelor,’ and Our Culture’s Rejection of Sexual Purity”– Christianity Today
“It doesn’t take much reading between the lines to see that the media—from the early Jonas days and onward—seems to have taken real issue with the notion of sexual purity. For Christians compelled by a biblical sexual ethic—that is, believers who strive for pure hearts, minds, and bodies but trust in God’s grace on the (many) occasions when things go wrong—there’s a lot to unpack here.”

“What Difference Would Jesus Make to Me?”– Solas
“‘Even if the claims of Jesus were true, why should I care?’ In this episode of Short Answers, Andy Bannister sits down with special guest Jonny Somerville from the NUA film series to find out why we should care whether or not Christianity is true. NUA is a brilliant series of short films checking out the big questions of life, faith, and Jesus”

“When Do We Have Enough Evidence to Know Christianity is True?”– Cold Case Christianity
“J. Warner Wallace, author of Cold-Case Christianity, was interviewed by Bobby Conway (The One Minute Apologist) and discussed the role of evidence in determining truth claims. When we can be certain we have sufficient evidence to believe something is true?”

“Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled”– Back to Basics
“We see many troubling things in the world today. Perhaps you see them in your own home, among your family members, or in your own life. Jesus has a remedy for our troubled hearts.”

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“CGN International Conference Happening Next Week!”–CGNConf.CalvaryChapel.com
“Same ministry training and biblical instruction focus, but with a slower pace and much more free time, for investing in relationships. This is an annual opportunity for Christ-centered people and churches throughout the world to connect, collaborate and encourage one another.”

“10 What Final Words of Wisdom Would You Leave for Your Children and Grandchildren?” – C.S. Lewis Institute
“The C.S Lewis Institute is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life.”

“If God Appeared to Me, I’d Believe in Him”– Solas
“‘If God appeared and did a personal miracle just for me, I’d believe in Him!’ Solas Director Andy Bannister tells the story of an unusual conversation with an atheist friend—and how it led to the question ‘Does God just want us to believe in Him? Or is He looking for something more?’ Check it out in this fascinating episode of Short Answers.”

“Things That Matter: The Pastor as a Contender”– CalvaryChapel.com
“Today’s culture presents a uniquely intense time to contend for the faith. Pastors Brian Brodersen, Richard Cimino and John Hwang engage in discussion for how pastoral leaders can be properly equipped (and equip their congregation), in order to defend the faith. ‘But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense…’ (1 Peter 3:15).”

“New Study Dramatically Narrows the Search for Advanced Life in the Universe”– Phys.org
“Scientists may need to rethink their estimates for how many planets outside our solar system could host a rich diversity of life.”

“Sunday’s Coming!”– Expositors Collective
“Char Brodersen and Mike Neglia have a friendly and thoughtful discussion about preaching that stirs up affections for Jesus.”

“Identity Matters: Sexuality in the Gay Pride Age”–World Magazine
“Yuan digs out theological roots: ‘If there’s no God, there’s no essence; identity must be created by each person. And if there’s no essence—only existence—then ethics has no mooring and must also be created.'”

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“Ahmari or French? Why Christianity Is Not Pragmatic”– The Gospel Coalition
“The French-Ahmari debate involves the question of whether there’s a byproduct of the Christian gospel that is worth just as much as the Christian gospel itself. As I hear some argue, it seems that Christianity is good because it produces a more humane culture. I think that’s true, of course. But to the extent that Christianity is repurposed for its social utility, Christianity becomes an instrumentalized force for some other end than humanity’s salvation.”

“CGN Statement on Women in Ministry Leadership”– CalvaryChapel.com
“The roles and extent to which women engage in ministry leadership and Bible teaching is a point of long-standing discussion and disagreement among professing followers of Jesus. In response to requests from leaders of churches that are part of Calvary Global Network (CGN), this brief statement is intended to offer some clarity on views and practices that fall within the parameters of CGN’s official theological positions and ministerial philosophy on this subject, and those that do not.”

“White or Wrong?”–Think
“Should people self-identify as “white”? In normal conversation? In the church, or other specifically Christian contexts? On a census form or diversity survey? It might seem that the answer is yes to all of the above and that even asking the question is the height of politically correct silliness.”

“A.S.K – 2 – Trusting the Bible”– TheWeeFlea
“Some people who are not Christians will argue that the Bible cannot be the Word of God. That’s because they don’t believe in God, and therefore he cannot have a word. To them, a non-existent being clearly does not speak. The trouble is that they have usually made their minds up without any evidence.”

“Thousands of Christians fill Trafalgar Square for Pentecost celebration Thy Kingdom Come”– Christian Today
“Trafalgar Square was filled with thousands of Christians from across denominations and traditions for a major Pentecost celebration at the heart of the capital today. Thy Kingdom Come, a 10-day prayer initiative launched by the Archbishops of Canterbury and York, culminated in the free Trafalgar Square celebration today where at least 5,000 people were expected to turn out.”

“Things That Matter: The Pastor as a Contender”– CalvaryChapel.com
“Today’s culture presents a uniquely intense time to contend for the faith. Pastors Brian Brodersen, Richard Cimino and John Hwang engage in discussion for how pastoral leaders can be properly equipped (and equip their congregation), in order to defend the faith. “But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense…” (1 Peter 3:15)”

“Do Not Be Conformed to This World” – Enduring Word
“The life based on feeling says, “ How do I feel about my job? How do I feel about my wife? How do I feel about the preacher?” This life by feeling will never know the transforming power of God because it ignores the renewing of the mind.”

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“Real Raisings from the Dead or Fake News?”– Christianity Today
“Falsified resurrection stories should not cause us to discount credible miracle accounts.”

“I was Forced Out of My PhD Program Because of My Open Faith in Jesus Christ. Here’s My Story”– Free Thinking Ministries
“While as an undergrad at Salt Lake Community College in 1991, I gave a presentation in front of my humanities 101 class arguing Jesus Christ is the Messiah, citing evidence for his resurrection. My professor literally cut me off during my presentation and told me it was over, that I couldn’t proceed. He later informed me that I was no longer welcome in the course because of proselytizing.”

“Good Lion Podcast”– GoodLion
“GoodLion began as a dream of Christian Podcasters Aaron Salvato, Brian Higgins, Mike Neglia & Lindsay Kennedy. The idea was simple: what if Jesus-loving content creators joined forces to partner together for Kingdom Work? In 2018 they began to work together towards the goal, and soon after, the team at the Calvary Global Network decided to come alongside them to support the vision.”

“Has science explained everything?”– Solas
“Has science explained everything? In this episode of Short Answers, we see why the answer is a resounding “no”, explore why science is an utterly brilliant invention, and discover why science only works in the first place if God exists.”

“Bestselling Author R.O. Kwon On Why She Stopped Believing in God”– Relevant Magazine
“In an interview with RELEVANT, Kwon opened up about her departure from Christianity, how writing a novel did and did not help her grieve the process and why she still feels like she loves God, even if she doesn’t believe.”

“Biblical & Practical Spiritual Formation”– CalvaryChapel.com
“What is the biblical portrait of personal and spiritual maturity? What are the primary historic and contemporary approaches to spiritual formation? How can church leaders help church members cultivate spiritual maturity on a congregational level? Listen in as Dr. Randy Roberts, President and Professor of Christian Spirituality at Western Seminary, discuss these crucial questions, and more.”

“Top 10 Artifacts Show Biblical Exodus Was Real History”– Patterns of Evidence
“The Bible’s exodus account is foundational to biblical history, yet viewed as mostly fictional by mainstream scholars. Could this skepticism be the result of looking for the exodus in the wrong time period? This list of ten remarkable pieces of evidence supporting the biblical account suggest the exodus happened centuries earlier than the standard date.”

“If You Can’t Beat the Boys, Play with the Girls”– The Stream
“I want to focus on one word, and one word only. That word is fairness. Not gender. Not transgender. Not activism. Not rights. Not perception. Simply fairness. That’s the issue here, and that’s where we need to keep our focus. The question is not why a man identifies as a woman (or vice versa). The question is this: Is it fair for a biological male to compete against biological females?”

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“Christian Mom Asia Bibi’s Ten-Year Nightmare is Finally Over as She is Safely Reunited with Her Family in Canada”– ACLJ
“Today marks a huge victory for a Christian woman and for religious freedom, as after suffering a 10-year nightmare ordeal, Asia Bibi is finally, officially, safe and free. According to reports from multiple news outlets, Asia Bibi’s attorney confirms that she is now out of Pakistan and safely in Canada.”

“Grace Versus Karma” – Solas
“Goodness leads to rewards and bad thoughts and actions lead to pain and suffering. This, in a nutshell, is Karma. On the other end of the religious spectrum is Historic Christianity that teaches the virtual opposite – Grace.”

“It’s Time for California Parents to Defy the Law”– The Stream
“As followers of Jesus, we are called to submit to the laws of the land and to honor those in authority. The New Testament is very clear on this (see especially Romans 13:1-7). It is also very clear that there are exceptions to this rule, namely, when the authorities require us to disobey the Lord (see Acts 5:40-42). In that case, with respect, we say, “We must obey God rather than man” (see Acts 4:18-20; 5:29; to be perfectly clear, I’m speaking of non-violent resistance to the law.) That time has come for parents in California.”

“Religious Men Can Be Devoted Dads, Too”– The New York Times
“Faith, like feminism, sets high expectations for husbands.”

“Why is Divine Authorial Intent So Important for Biblical Interpretation? New Credo Video with Peter Williams”– Credo
“Why can we be more certain about God intended by a passage than what a human author intended by a passage? Did the human author always know the full significance of what he was writing? Should we limit ourselves to the Old Testament when seeking to understand a given Old Testament text?”

“Trying to Kill God”– Back to Basics
“Jesus fed people, healed the sick, even raised the dead. He did many good works. Why is it, then, that the Jews did not believe in Him—in fact, were downright hostile toward Him? For that matter, why are so many in our day combative when it comes to Jesus?”

“Let’s Ponder This Schaeffer Quote About Once a Week — At Least”– The Gospel Coalition
“‘The central problem of our age is not liberalism or modernism, nor the old Roman Catholicism or the new Roman Catholicism, nor the threat of communism, nor even the threat of rationalism and the monolithic consensus which surrounds us [nor, I would add today, postmodernism or materialistic consumerism or visceral sensualism or whatever]. All these are dangerous but not the primary threat.'”

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“Orthodoxy of Community”– The Gospel Coalition
“‘One cannot explain the explosive dynamite, the dunamis, of the early church apart from the fact that they practiced two things simultaneously: orthodoxy of doctrine and orthodoxy of community in the midst of the visible church, a community which the world could see…”

“Telling a Compelling Story”– The Expositors Collective
“Nick Cady and Mike Neglia talk about early sermon experiences, plagiarism, mentorship, coffee beans, narrative arcs and the importance of our delivery as we teach God’s Word.”

“Speaker Lineup to the CGN International Conference”– Calvary Global Network
“As we prepare for the 2019 CGN International Conference on this year’s theme of Commissioned: Gospel Ministry in a Post-Everything World, we are excited to facilitate discussions, fellowship and hear from this year’s lineup of speakers, including Miles McPherson, Tim Chaddick and more!”

“Hillsong United”– Relevant Magazine
“…Just looked at everybody’s faces, and I said, ‘You know what? Maybe we should just take some time off,’ he remembers. ‘We all looked at each other and nodded our heads,’ says fellow singer Jonathon Douglass (who goes by JD). Houston remembers the moment well. ‘Everybody kind of started crying,’ he says. After years of touring, most of the band was burned out and wanted to spend time with their families.”

“Never Outgrow the Gospel”– CalvaryChapel.com
“What this means is that you never outgrow the gospel. No matter how long someone has been a Christian, they will never get to the place where they no longer need to hear the gospel.”

“How Oxford and Peter Singer Drove me from Atheism to Jesus”– Solas
“I remember leaving Singer’s lectures with a strange intellectual vertigo; I was committed to believing that universal human value was more than just a well-meaning conceit of liberalism. But I knew from my own research in the history of European empires and their encounters with indigenous cultures, that societies have always had different conceptions of human worth, or lack thereof.”

“Global News Update”– Theology & Apologetics
“Bringing you cultural commentary from a biblical perspective.”

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“Rachel Held Evans, the Hugely Popular Christian Writer Who Challenged the Evangelical Establishment, Is Dead at 37”– Slate
“Rachel Held Evans, an influential progressive Christian writer and speaker who cheerfully challenged American evangelical culture, died on Saturday at a hospital in Nashville, Tennessee. Evans, 37, entered the hospital in mid-April with the flu, and then had a severe allergic reaction to antibiotics…Her condition worsened on Thursday morning, and her medical team discovered severe swelling of her brain. She died early on Saturday morning.”

“Warren Wiersbe (1929–2019)”– The Gospel Coalition
“Popular and prolific Bible teacher Warren Wiersbe died on the evening of May 2, 2019, at the age of 89.”

“Legacy, Lessons and the Future of Calvary Chapel Missions in Eastern Europe”–CalvaryChapel.com
“In this episode, Kellen Criswell talks with Pastor Phil Metzger about the history and future of missions in Eastern Europe, and some specific lessons from his involvement that can benefit modern missions in both the global and local-church context.”

“Persecution of Christians ‘Coming Close to Genocide’ in Middle East – Report”–The Guardian
“Millions uprooted from homes, says UK-commissioned report, with many jailed and killed”

“Google Dumps Top Black, Female Conservative For Believing Men Can’t Be Women”– The Federalist
“It should worry everyone that respectful commentary on gender policy like the Heritage Foundation has featured can get people removed from polite society now, or even fired.”

“‘The Most Effective Tool for Sharing the Gospel is Your Home!'”–Solas
“Are you busy? Are you important? Do you work on a tight schedule? Are your boundaries well-fortified? Those are not, in and of themselves, bad things. But they will become idols if you don’t add something: Christian hospitality—the scriptural command to regularly, transparently, and sacrificially come together in homes over a meal, gathering with neighbors and brothers and sisters from the church, and welcoming strangers.”

“Jesus Movement, Revival, Gospel w/ Brian Brodersen”– Foolishness Podcast
“In today’s episode, Brian sits down with his good friend and lead Pastor Of Calvary Chapel Global Ministries Brian Brodersen to unpack stories of salvation, revival, pastoring ups and downs and how God is at work in the church Evangelistically worldwide.”

“CCBC Europe Application Opportunity in Eastern Europe”– CCBCE
“AVFL is a six-week youth discipleship program based out of Calvary Chapel Bible College Europe in Budapest, Hungary. Every summer students from around the world come together as one team for 40 days to unplug from the world and plug into Jesus. Since the creation of the program in 2003, the Lord has been radically using this program to encourage, empower, and equip our students for their lives and for their future ministry.”

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