Calvary Church with Skip Heitzig Audio Podcast

Discover the profound message of joy in adversity as Paul writes from prison. Explore the origins of the Philippian church and Paul’s unexpected journey to its establishment. Learn how Paul’s imprisonment fueled the spread of the gospel and inspired others to speak boldly for their faith. The power of gratitude in prayer and the importance of love filled with discernment highlight his teachings. Ultimately, this message reassures believers that God is continually working in their lives, regardless of circumstances.

Nehemiah had come to Jerusalem to fix a problem. The city’s ancient, protective walls were in ruins, the entrances still had scorch marks from almost 200 years before, and the people had gotten used to the deplorable conditions. Let’s consider five ingredients we can apply to fix any problem.I. Go the DistanceII. Assess the NeedIII. Get a GroupIV. Expect a FightV. Take a StandTalk with God: Meditate on Psalm 147:1-6 this week and rest in the knowledge that the God who calls the stars by name also “heals the brokenhearted” (v. 3).Talk with others: Encourage your believing friends and family to “not grow weary” (Galatians 6:9) and go to battle for them in prayer this week.Talk with kids: Why is faith in Jesus the only way to be saved?

As Pastor Skip Heitzig wraps up this Expound study of 2 Chronicles, we see that God always responds to humble hearts—even in the midst of national rebellion and looming judgment. Through Josiah's repentance and renewal, we see that God's Word still transforms and calls His people back. Though exile came, so did the promise of return. Our God never forgets His covenants, and He always makes a way home.

Your life is not an accident. You were made on purpose and for a purpose. Finding that purpose is the most important discovery you could ever make. There were four distinct elements that confirmed Nehemiah’s calling and purpose in life. These four essentials will help you find your purpose.I. TimingII. TrustingIII. TestingIV. TensionTalk with God: Ask the Lord to reveal the relationships and areas of your life that need to be rebuilt or strengthened.Talk with others: Ask a mentor or trusted believer to hold you accountable to spend time in prayer and the Word each day throughout this series.Talk with kids: What were the ten plagues God sent to Egypt?

Hezekiah struggled with pride and his son Manasseh led Judah into deep rebellion, but they both experienced God's grace and mercy through repentance. By the time young Josiah came to power, the nation was spiritually broken—but his tender heart and bold reforms sparked a return to God’s Word. In this message, Skip Heitzig shares how genuine humility and a responsive heart can lead to powerful personal—and sometimes even national—revival.

Author Margaret Atwood’s book The Handmaid’s Tale includes a character who says, “The fact is that I hate this city. I’ve hated it so long I can hardly remember feeling any other way about it.” For some people, this is a daily reality. But Nehemiah loved his city—Jerusalem—though it was a city in shambles. How can we, by God’s grace, learn to love our city for God’s glory?I. Loving Your City Begins by Asking the Right QuestionsII. Loving Your City Includes Feeling the Right EmotionIII. Loving Your City Means Having the Right ReactionIV. Loving Your City Involves Doing the Right ActionsTalk with God: Meditate on verses 10-11 and ask the Lord to give you His heart for the people of our city.Talk with others: Ask your Connect Group or believing friends how you can lock shields with them in their daily walk with the Lord and as they serve Him in their community.Talk with kids: How did God save Moses when he was a baby?

Hezekiah led a spiritual revival, calling his people back to worship and God honored their humble response through healing and unity. In this message, Skip Heitzig explores how revival begins with repentance, and how faith—not fear—brings victory when the pressure’s mounting.

Does your family have any Easter traditions? Allow me to give you a few more. These are the instructions that a heavenly messenger gave to the women who came to the tomb early that first Easter morning: Come, See, Go, Tell! Today we’ll discover what these instructions mean.Talk with God: Meditate on today’s passage and ask the Lord to fill you with a joyful desire to fulfill the Great Commission (vv. 18-20).Talk with others: Practice sharing the gospel message with your Connect Group or a believing friend or family member so you will “always be ready” (1 Peter 3:15).Talk with kids: How did the resurrection impact our lives as followers of Jesus?

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Who is the man of the shroud? In this message, Dr. Jeremiah Johnston explores the mystery of the Shroud of Turin and its possible connection to the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Jeremiah highlights eyewitness testimony, physical reality, the eternal glory of the risen Lord, and explains how the Shroud invites deeper reflection on the suffering, death, and victorious resurrection of Jesus.I. Serious Scholars and Experts Believe the Shroud is AuthenticII. Science Today Still Cannot Explain How the Image is in the ClothIII. The Evidence Most Powerfully Points to One Conclusion: Jesus is the Man of the Shroud