Calvary Nexus Sunday Sermons

This world has a certain gravitational pull (literal and figurative). That pull can cause us to drift from God, unless we learn to seek first God and His kingdom, to worship God and not this world. Today we learn how and the benefits. 

God's call to Abram demonstrates that following Him requires faith, obedience, and steadfast trust in the Lord's promises, even amidst uncertainty, trials, and human weakness. God's call not only establishes Abram as the recipient of His blessing but also positions him as a pivotal figure in God's redemptive plan, through which all nations will ultimately find restoration in Christ. This passage reveals that responding to God's call requires a reorientation of our sense of security, embracing a future formed by God's purposes, and relying on God's steadfast faithfulness, teaching followers of Christ how to obey God's calling over our lives.We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

Today, we discover how to move from rebellion against God to following Him, from foe to friend, from confusion to blessing…

Contemplating the scope of conflict around the globe, let alone within a home, can be discouraging. Since 1948 there have been 72 U.N. peacekeeping missions. The Geneva Academy of International Humanitarian Law is presently monitoring 110 armed ethnic conflicts around the globe. UCLA's Anderson Review published September 2023 observed: polarization by cultural values, not by ethnicity, is related to human desire to associate with like-minded folks (homophily), and tends toward maximum antagonism towards those on the other side of the cultural divide. Political parties have become closely aligned with entrenched polarized values leading to the perception of greater polarization. In the midst of this cultural moment of conflict and polarization how did we get here, and is there meaningful hope of unity? 

God's promises are faithful. Mankind's problem is our nature to rebel against God. God has intervened to provide a means to deal with our sin, guilt, and shame. Today, we learn to appropriate and appreciate God's provision.

Inevitably, we will all experience seasons of waiting, uncertainty, and challenge. If our hope is built on the things of this world, we will recognize that it is fleeting, temporary, and easily lost. But instead, we can find true hope in the new life that Christ offers.We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

As a Calvary Chapel, our family of churches was at the center of the Jesus Revolution of the late 1960s and 1970s, the last great revival to sweep across this country and globe. A key characteristic of our family of churches is the characteristic of being gospel-centered or full of grace and truth. As Pastor Chuck opened the doors to the hippies of his day, people of the prevailing secular culture were welcome to consider the claims of Jesus, and the practical and moral implications of His gospel. This radical culture is part of our past, present, and Lord willing future.We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

Pastor Bruce Zachary leads us through the traditional Passover Seder showing us how the entirety of the Old Testament points to the life, death and resurrection of Jesus.

God's judgment is certain, complete, and wholly justified in His righteousness. Yet, because of His exceeding mercy, He provides a means of rescue from judgment for those who place their faith in Jesus. Through faith, bearing fruit in obedience, the Lord preserves us from His righteous judgment and brings us life.

God's judgment is certain, complete, and wholly justified in His righteousness. Yet, because of His exceeding mercy, He provides a means of rescue from judgment for those who place their faith in Jesus. Through faith, bearing fruit in obedience, the Lord preserves us from His righteous judgment and brings us life.

The existence of evil and wickedness in the world is undeniable. Its inception is Satan, and man's rebellion. Yet, God has promised to judge evil, and offers grace to those who believe Him. Today, we learn about the judgment of evil, the grace of God, and God's prescription for refuge.We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

The existence of evil and wickedness in the world is undeniable. Its inception is Satan, and man's rebellion. Yet, God has promised to judge evil, and offers grace to those who believe Him. Today, we learn about the judgment of evil, the grace of God, and God's prescription for refuge.

Early in the Old Testament, The Bible records the genealogy or family of Adam; and the New Testament begins with the genealogy or family of Jesus. You experience contentment, and please God, when you become part of His big family; and learn and live His family values. Today we discover how…We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

Early in the Old Testament, The Bible records the genealogy or family of Adam; and the New Testament begins with the genealogy or family of Jesus. You experience contentment, and please God, when you become part of His big family; and learn and live His family values. Today we discover how…

Being able to worship God freely without fear of death or condemnation because of the work of Christ is a wonderful privilege; however, God still desires that He be worshipped in the way He deserves, and so we should seek to worship Him in that way. When we do, He promises that whatever we sacrifice will be nothing compared to what we gain in return.We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

Being able to worship God freely without fear of death or condemnation because of the work of Christ is a wonderful privilege; however, God still desires that He be worshipped in the way He deserves, and so we should seek to worship Him in that way. When we do, He promises that whatever we sacrifice will be nothing compared to what we gain in return.We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

Life compels us to contemplate some pretty challenging philosophical questions that are at the heart of our existence. Why is there pain and suffering in the world? Why is there aging and death? Why is there hardship if God is good? Is this present reality what God intended? Is there hope of a plan to make it right? Today, we discover the answers…We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

Life compels us to contemplate some pretty challenging philosophical questions that are at the heart of our existence. Why is there pain and suffering in the world? Why is there aging and death? Why is there hardship if God is good? Is this present reality what God intended? Is there hope of a plan to make it right? Today, we discover the answers…

God creates marriage (and family) and describes an ideal that produces blessing for the individual, the couple, a family and a community. Marriage is to be a picture of the relationship between Jesus and His Church. Today, we discover how to experience unity with God and your spouse…

God creates marriage (and family) and describes an ideal that produces blessing for the individual, the couple, a family and a community. Marriage is to be a picture of the relationship between Jesus and His Church. Today, we discover how to experience unity with God and your spouse…We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

We were created by God, in His image, to commune with God and be used by Him. When you are in a relationship with your Creator and accomplishing the work He's created you for, you will be most satisfied and fulfilled.We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

We were created by God, in His image, to commune with God and be used by Him. When you are in a relationship with your Creator and accomplishing the work He's created you for, you will be most satisfied and fulfilled.We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

The great existential question is, “Why am I here?” (I.e. What is the purpose or meaning of life). The related question is, “How did I get here?” (I.e. What is the origin of life?). Unless you get the right answer to the origin question, you cannot get the right answer to the meaning/purpose question. Today we discover answers to both.

The great existential question is, “Why am I here?” (I.e. What is the purpose or meaning of life). The related question is, “How did I get here?” (I.e. What is the origin of life?). Unless you get the right answer to the origin question, you cannot get the right answer to the meaning/purpose question. Today we discover answers to both.

The great existential question of life is why am I here (i.e. What is the purpose of life)? The related question is how did I get here (i.e. What is the origin of life)? In the beginning of Genesis (Ch. 1-2) we learn the answers to those questions. Genesis is either a foundation for the entire word of God and is reliable, or it is merely a collection of stories. Today, we discover abundant evidence so that you can know the Bible is reliable. Truly, if Gen. 1:1 is reliable then there is no problem with the rest of the Bible.

The great existential question of life is why am I here (i.e. What is the purpose of life)? The related question is how did I get here (i.e. What is the origin of life)? In the beginning of Genesis (Ch. 1-2) we learn the answers to those questions. Genesis is either a foundation for the entire word of God and is reliable, or it is merely a collection of stories. Today, we discover abundant evidence so that you can know the Bible is reliable. Truly, if Gen. 1:1 is reliable then there is no problem with the rest of the Bible.

 In 1st and 2nd Thessalonians, seven of the eight chapters refers to the Lord's return. Knowing that Jesus could return at any moment, how should His followers navigate the challenges of providing income, planning retirement, and being about His business until He comes. Let's discover how together…We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

 In 1st and 2nd Thessalonians, seven of the eight chapters refers to the Lord's return. Knowing that Jesus could return at any moment, how should His followers navigate the challenges of providing income, planning retirement, and being about His business until He comes. Let's discover how together…

In our lives, we will encounter seasons that require a patience that is beyond us. Through prayer, the Lord transforms our hearts and minds towards effectiveness, obedience, and direction, building our patience to the glory of God and the furtherance of His Word.We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

In our lives, we will encounter seasons that require a patience that is beyond us. Through prayer, the Lord transforms our hearts and minds towards effectiveness, obedience, and direction, building our patience to the glory of God and the furtherance of His Word.We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

We all face seasons of fear and uncertainty, and those tend to be the times that it's easiest to doubt God. Today, we will discover that even in the most trying times, we can stand firm with confidence in our salvation and experience comfort. 

We all face seasons of fear and uncertainty, and those tend to be the times that it's easiest to doubt God. Today, we will discover that even in the most trying times, we can stand firm with confidence in our salvation and experience comfort. 

The purpose of Bible prophecy, especially related to end times events, is to offer comfort, confidence, and forge Christlike character as we prepare for His Coming. The purpose is not to set dates, nor try to solve mysteries related to news and prophecy per se, but to get our hearts and minds focused on God. In the fullness of time, God sent forth Jesus (Gal. 4:4), and at the right time He will return just as He promised (John 14:1-4, Revelation 22:12). Let's prepare…We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

The purpose of Bible prophecy, especially related to end times events, is to offer comfort, confidence, and forge Christlike character as we prepare for His Coming. The purpose is not to set dates, nor try to solve mysteries related to news and prophecy per se, but to get our hearts and minds focused on God. In the fullness of time, God sent forth Jesus (Gal. 4:4), and at the right time He will return just as He promised (John 14:1-4, Revelation 22:12). Let's prepare…

There is an Arab proverb, “Too much sunshine makes a desert.” Your faith is tried and tested in order to reveal your growth in Christ, and also reveal where you need to grow. God allows trials and uses them to conform us to the image of Jesus. Let's discover how to grow in faith and rest in Christ during trials.

There is an Arab proverb, “Too much sunshine makes a desert.” Your faith is tried and tested in order to reveal your growth in Christ, and also reveal where you need to grow. God allows trials and uses them to conform us to the image of Jesus. Let's discover how to grow in faith and rest in Christ during trials.We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

What are some resolutions that will most transform your life for good? Today, we consider Paul's closing exhortations to the Thessalonians that provide some great transforming resolutions as we begin a new year (or any time).We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

What are some resolutions that will most transform your life for good? Today, we consider Paul's closing exhortations to the Thessalonians that provide some great transforming resolutions as we begin a new year (or any time).We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

Life is marked with God's faithfulness, grace, and blessing. And yet, life in a world broken by sin is still wrought with difficulty, pain, and injustice. It is a sobering reminder that the state of the world (as it exists now) is not how God intends it to be for eternity, and that Christ will return to set all things right. We are closer to Jesus' imminent return than ever before. As God's people, we are called to be prepared for His return by living in faith and love, and continually hoping in the salvation we have in Jesus. By relying on the sufficiency of the Gospel, we can live today being ready for Jesus' return. We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

Life is marked with God's faithfulness, grace, and blessing. And yet, life in a world broken by sin is still wrought with difficulty, pain, and injustice. It is a sobering reminder that the state of the world (as it exists now) is not how God intends it to be for eternity, and that Christ will return to set all things right. We are closer to Jesus' imminent return than ever before. As God's people, we are called to be prepared for His return by living in faith and love, and continually hoping in the salvation we have in Jesus. By relying on the sufficiency of the Gospel, we can live today being ready for Jesus' return. 

This time of year is often referred to as the “Season of Lights.” Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa. Homes, businesses, and streets are decorated with lights (Gemini Street). Christmas cards and manger scene, the nativity, and baby Jesus with a glowing head. Jesus is depicted as radiating light, the glory of God manifest. Is Jesus the light or one of many lights? What difference does it make? Consider a light at the end of a long tunnel, it makes a world of difference whether the light is your desired destination or an oncoming train! So, let's consider the birth of Jesus and discover the light of the world.

This time of year is often referred to as the “Season of Lights.” Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa. Homes, businesses, and streets are decorated with lights (Gemini Street). Christmas cards and manger scene, the nativity, and baby Jesus with a glowing head. Jesus is depicted as radiating light, the glory of God manifest. Is Jesus the light or one of many lights? What difference does it make? Consider a light at the end of a long tunnel, it makes a world of difference whether the light is your desired destination or an oncoming train! So, let's consider the birth of Jesus and discover the light of the world.

I have been blessed to travel to Israel, and visit the shepherd's fields of Bethlehem, and the Church of the Nativity – the traditional birthplace of Jesus. It is an incredibly moving experience to see, touch, and contemplate the place where God entered our world as Child. Worshipers cry, kiss the ground, and tremble at the idea that it is there our Savior was born. There are three responses people have to Jesus: adoration anger, and apathy. Nevertheless, only the attitude of adoration will produce contentment in this life, and the life to come.We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

I have been blessed to travel to Israel, and visit the shepherd's fields of Bethlehem, and the Church of the Nativity – the traditional birthplace of Jesus. It is an incredibly moving experience to see, touch, and contemplate the place where God entered our world as Child. Worshipers cry, kiss the ground, and tremble at the idea that it is there our Savior was born. There are three responses people have to Jesus: adoration anger, and apathy. Nevertheless, only the attitude of adoration will produce contentment in this life, and the life to come.We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

This life will have unavoidable pain, sorrow and grief. In light of this universal truth, it is an interesting philosophical, ethical, moral and existential matter to contemplate whether bringing a child into the world is “right, just, or good” in light of the relevant balance of happiness and heartache. Nevertheless, there is a reality that can tip the scales towards a conclusion that it is right, just and good. The transcendent hope of the universe that provides true comfort despite the hardships of life in our world is found in Jesus' resurrection and return.

This life will have unavoidable pain, sorrow and grief. In light of this universal truth, it is an interesting philosophical, ethical, moral and existential matter to contemplate whether bringing a child into the world is “right, just, or good” in light of the relevant balance of happiness and heartache. Nevertheless, there is a reality that can tip the scales towards a conclusion that it is right, just and good. The transcendent hope of the universe that provides true comfort despite the hardships of life in our world is found in Jesus' resurrection and return.We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

Paul encourages the Thessalonian believers to continue growing in their love for others. As we grow in our love for God and love for neighbors, we will grow in the fulfillment we experience. Today, we will discover that when we live a life characterized by love, we can experience fullness in this life and for all eternity. 

Paul encourages the Thessalonian believers to continue growing in their love for others. As we grow in our love for God and love for neighbors, we will grow in the fulfillment we experience. Today, we will discover that when we live a life characterized by love, we can experience fullness in this life and for all eternity. 

In Eden, Adam and Eve experienced unity with God and one another; and a pure love unadulterated by sin. When they rebelled against God, they and all their offspring (including you and I) now have a sin nature (the flesh) that is an obstacle to experiencing pure love. And humanity is searching for that pure love to experience true contentment. But, it is hard to be pure. Sexual temptation is seductive, access is everywhere, and there is little cultural incentive towards purity. Yet, today, we discover a way to redeem this dilemma and experience pure love.

In Eden, Adam and Eve experienced unity with God and one another; and a pure love unadulterated by sin. When they rebelled against God, they and all their offspring (including you and I) now have a sin nature (the flesh) that is an obstacle to experiencing pure love. And humanity is searching for that pure love to experience true contentment. But, it is hard to be pure. Sexual temptation is seductive, access is everywhere, and there is little cultural incentive towards purity. Yet, today, we discover a way to redeem this dilemma and experience pure love.We upload our message only version to our church app. If you would like to view this week's entire worship service you can find it by clicking the available link.

According to 1 Corinthians 13:13, love is the greatest of all Christian virtues and is the method by how we love God and love our neighbor as ourselves. God is the source of our love, and the purpose of that love is to make us holy and blameless at the Lord's return. Let's learn how to join God in His mission to make us more loving.