Calvary Bible Church Grand Junction

In Genesis we learn who our God is. One of the ways we learn who our God is through the names by which he reveals himself. In Genesis 16 and 17 we find two names for God. In this sermon, Pastor Jess Miller looks at how God has revealed himself as, "God Almighty."

We're examining four key theological themes in the book of Genesis: God, man, sin and salvation. We are studying who God is as he has revealed himself through his names. In Genesis fourteen we learn another name of God's; he is, "God Most High".

We're examining four key theological themes in the book of Genesis: God, man, sin and salvation. For several weeks we are studying who God is as he has revealed himself through his names. We must have a right understanding of our God so we can walk before him, worship him and trust him. In this sermon we examine God's name "Elohim." What does this teach us about who God is?

As we continue to familiarize ourselves with the book of Genesis, we're asking the question, "How do we read the book of Genesis?" In this sermon we learn that we are to read Genesis theologically. In Genesis there are four foundational theological truths we must grasp: The doctrine of God, man, sin and salvation.

Genesis a book of revelation, a book designed by God to make known his ways and works to men. In this sermon, Pastor Jess Miller continues to introduce us to the book of Genesis by showing how Genesis reveals to us God. God has revealed himself in two ways; in nature, and through his Word. Genesis chapters 1 and 2 are God's special revelation about his natural revelation.

In this sermon Pastor Jess Miller continues an introduction to the book of Genesis, looking specifically at how we should read the book of Genesis. We are to read the book of Genesis reverently and historically. We must also be aware that we have an enemy whose primary tactic, from the beginning, is to tempt us to doubt God's Word.

In this sermon, Pastor Jess Miller introduces us to the book we will be studying in our series, A Journey Through Genesis. In the book of Genesis, God is making known his ways to Moses, his acts to the children of Israel (Psa. 103:7). Genesis is a book of beginnings, and without it, much of our Bibles would make little sense. In Genesis, we have not only the history of Israel, but church history, as we the church find our roots here.

In this Easter Sunday sermon, Pastor Jess Miller looks at 1 Corinthians 15. What are the implications of the resurrection? Since the resurrection truly happened, how are we to respond?

In this sermon, guest preach Matt Anderson encourages us to evangelism from 2 Corinthians 5. There is a way to exhort people to evangelism out of a sense of guilt, but Paul, in 2 Corinthians 5, encourages evangelism because of the greatness of the gospel.

In the conclusion of this mini-series, encouraging Christians to read and understand the Old Testament as for them, we saw three things that help us cultivate delight in this portion of our Bibles.1. The Old Testament is for Christians2. The Old Testament is about God.3. The Old Testament is the outworking of God's plan to redeem the world through his Son Jesus Christ.

What does it mean to delight in God's Word, and what do we do when God's Word is not a delight to us? These are the questions Pastor Jess helps us think through in this sermon.

For many Christians, reading the Old Testament is challenging. Large portions of do not seem to be immediately applicable to us, yet as Paul tells us in 2 Timothy 3:16-17, ALL Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for us. As we prepare to embark on a series in the Old Testament covering the life of Abraham, we need to see how the entire Bible is for all the people of God. Therefore, Christians should read and delight in the Old Testament.

In the final message in our series through the book of Romans, Pastor Jess Miller examines the doxology, the verbal praise to God that Paul gives. Paul gives praise to God for two things: God's power and strength through the gospel of Jesus and secondly, for that the mystery that was hidden, but now disclosed through the prophetic writings has been made known to all nations.

As Paul is concluding his letter to the church at Rome, he makes two final appeals to them. Watch out for those who teach contrary to the doctrine they've received and avoid those who teach such things. The truth and right doctrine is a priority for the apostle Paul and should be for all Christians.

In this final message in our series on the law of God, we examine commands 4-10. How we love God with our time, and how we reflect the character of God in our relationship with others he has created in his image.

In this second part of our series on the Law of God, we examine the distinctions (moral, civil & ceremonial) seen in the law, how Jesus has fulfilled the civil and ceremonial for us, yet the moral still remains as a guide for the Christian. We then examined the first three commands dealing with how God is to be worshipped.

In the first of two sermons on the Law of God, we examine the Christians relationship to the law and the purpose of the law. The law is given in the context of covenant, there is an eternal law of God, it shows us our sin, cannot save us and points us to Christ who fulfilled the law through perfect obedience and by bearing the curse of the law.

In this lengthy list of names, we see the priority of gospel relationships. These are central to the life of the church, therefore we are to pursue, prioritize and preserve gospel relationships.

In Romans 15, Paul wants the church to know that now is the time for the gospel to go forth to the nations. With that premise, there are seven things we see in this passage about local churches and their participation in global missions. 1. Local churches are expected to participate in global missions.2. Missions and ministry requires money.3. Local churches should seek to be a blessing to missionaries.4. Local churches should be eager to minister to the poor and those in need, especially believers.5. Gentile Christians should keep a proper perspective on the Jewish people.6. We should be earnestly praying for our missionaries. 7. Everything we do is for the glory of God.

In this last section of Romans there are three things Paul is doing. (1) He is concluding his letter. (2) he is explaining why he has not yet visited the church in Rome. (3) Paul is preparing them for his visit.Paul was given a commission as an apostle by the Lord Jesus Christ to be the apostle to the Gentiles. Paul's ministry is in fulfillment of the time that the prophets prophesied would come when the gospel would go forth to the nations.

In Romans 15, Paul is expressing his confidence in this local church and their spiritual maturity. They're maturity is demonstrated in that they are full of goodness, filled with knowledge of the scriptures, and able to counsel and admonish one another.

In this series, we look at familiar passages that are helpful for us to consider as we enter 2025.In the coming year, there will be plenty of reasons to be anxious, but God tells his children to not be anxious. Anxiety is a sin, a lack of trust in God. God is very gracious and kind to anxious people and gives us what we need to trust him in all situations rather than turning to worry and fear.

In this series, we look at familiar passages that are helpful for us to consider as we enter 2025.Psalm 121 reminds us to live in daily dependence upon the Lord who is our Helper.

In this series, we look at familiar passages that are helpful for us to consider as we enter 2025.In this message Psalm 1 is examined as we see the importance of the Word of God and the worship of God.

Luke 1:26-38 is not just about Mary or about the angel Gabriel. Christmas is about God doing something in the world. Christmas is about the Triune nature of God. Christmas is about the nature of Jesus, the promised child, the unique Son of God, a Savior of sinners.

On the second Sunday of Advent we saw Christ the Servant was not just the hope of the Jews, but the hope of the Gentiles as well. Paul cites several Old Testament prophecies showing that the coming of Christ demonstrates the truthfulness of God's Word, the fulfillment of promises made to Israel and that Christ came to be worshipped by all peoples, Jew and Gentile.

The first Sunday in Advent we continued our study through the book of Romans by looking at an important theme for Advent: Christ came to earth as a Servant.

Unity in the church must be worked at and maintained, especially when there are different conclusions drawn in areas of disputable matters. But Christians who follow Christ's example and are submissive to the scriptures can live in harmony with one another for the glory of God.

In this final portion of Romans 14, Paul admonishes us to let Christian love for our brothers and sisters in Christ rule. We do not make decisions on disputable matters based on others, but we must not flaunt or liberty or seek to compel others conscience will not allow them to participate in these areas.

When Christians are drawing conclusions about questionable matters, the conclusions drawn are because we belong to the Lord. Therefore, it requires a reasoning process where we think through the issue at hand. The aim of our conclusions is that we do what we do because we believe it pleasing to the Lord. Paul also reminds us that the coming judgment transforms our decisions in areas of disputable matters, and affects our passing judgment on others for their decisions in these areas.

How are Christians to live in harmony with those who they have disagreements with on secondary matters? We are to welcome them nor despise them.

Romans 14 addresses disputable matters, or areas of Christian liberty. How should Christians treat one another when they come to differing conclusions on those areas the Bible does not clearly spell out? These are important issues, but amidst these differences, the church is to maintain gospel centered unity.

In this last portion of Romans 13, Paul wants us to understand that the time we are living in directs how we are to live our lives. The time of Christ's return, to judge the world and save his people, is near and God's people are to live thus.

Unless a church captures a biblical concept of love, it will not be truly effective. True righteousness is only perfected through love.

The government's primary role is to be a terror to bad conduct bringing punishment and justice. This is for the good of the citizens and the good of the church.

What is the Christians responsibility to be subject to the governing authorities? Does subjection mean perfect and absolute obedience? A Christians subjection to the governing authorities is a posture of the heart, a general willingness to cooperate with the authorities God has put over us.

With a proper understanding of God's design for civil government, the church is to be a law abiding people. We must have a biblical way of thinking about civil government. There are three spheres of sovereignty, and yet each sphere does not have absolute authority. Only God has absolute authority.

With a proper understanding of God's design for civil government, the church is to be a law abiding people. We must have a biblical way of thinking about civil government. There are three spheres of sovereignty, and yet each sphere does not have absolute authority. Only God has absolute authority.

In Romans 12-14- - 17-21 we see how our transformed lives affects our relationships to all people, believers and unbelievers. This is seen clearly when we are wrongly treated. Christians are called to not take personal retaliation.

In Romans 12:14; & 17-21 we see how our transformed lives affects our relationships to all people, believers and unbelievers. This is seen clearly when we are wrongly treated. Christians are called to not take personal retaliation.