Calvary Church with Skip Heitzig Audio Podcast

Sharing your faith with unbelievers can be the scariest experience for many of us. Just the term evangelism can make us sweat. So we make excuses like, “I’m not an evangelist,” or, “I’ll mess it up,” or, “They’ll reject me,” or, “I’m not good enough at it.” Today we get a lesson on sharing our faith from the Master Himself—Jesus Christ—as we see how He spoke to a woman who thought she’d heard it all.I. Have the Right AttitudeII. Have the Right ApproachIII. Have the Right AppealTalk with God: Ask the Lord for boldness and opportunities to share the gospel this week.Talk with others: Invite an unbelieving friend or family member to come to church with you next weekend.Talk with kids: How did finding Isaac a wife show that God was keeping His promise to Abraham?

King Asa's son Jehoshaphat unwisely allied himself with King Ahab and ignored the admonishment of the only prophet willing to speak what God revealed to him. In this message, Skip Heitzig unpacks God's sovereignty and the importance of seeking and obeying His will.

“Cancel culture” is a newer cultural phenomenon whereby a group of people attempts to remove an individual’s or organization’s power, platform, financial resources, or livelihood. It takes place when people perceive that the target has transgressed against moral or social norms. But it’s not really new. It’s been around since the beginning. How should we live in such an environment?I. React CalmlyII. Resist FirmlyIII. Reply ClearlyIV. Respond HumblyV. Rest InwardlyTalk with God: Ask the Lord to give you a heart of compassion for those who may attack you for your beliefs, so you won’t return “evil for evil or reviling for reviling” (v. 9).Talk with others: Ask a fellow believer how you can pray for them and support their walk this week.Talk with kids: How does Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice Isaac point us to Jesus?

King Asa's faithfulness led to a period of peace as he removed idols and renewed Israel's covenant with God. After Asa's death, his son Jehoshaphat honored God's teachings, strengthening Judah by seeking divine guidance. In this teaching, Pastor Skip Heitzig examines the destructive consequences of losing faith—and the blessings of trusting God.

Love Bomb 2025 - Matthew 5:13-16 - from the series of Topical Teachings with Skip Heitzig from Calvary Church.I. Our World is DarkII. Our Walk is DifferentIII. Our Work is Demonstrated

When we trust God with our battles, we find peace and prosperity. As successive kings from the tribe of Judah stumbled into sin and then repented, God showed His mercy—healing and restoring His people. In this teaching, Skip Heitzig explores the consequences of living in the flesh and turning away from God.

Legalism was a serious problem in Paul’s day, and it’s a serious problem today. Vibrant truth is exchanged for a narrow-minded list of do’s and don’ts. The glorious name of Jesus becomes a synonym for a gloomy killjoy. A legalistic Christian is a dangerous substitute for the real thing. Anyone living under this tyranny never feels like they are doing enough. Let’s get some help!I. Legalism Contradicts the GospelII. Legalism Contradicts ExperienceIII. Legalism Contradicts LogicTalk with God: Ask for the Holy Spirit to reveal areas where legalism is taking over your walk and for peace to rest confidently in your salvation—through your faith in Jesus alone.Talk with others: Encourage a fellow believer by reminding them of Jesus’ work in their lives.Talk with kids: What promises has God made to us?

Solomon's reign reached incredible heights but rapidly declined when he turned away from God and began practicing idolatry. Solomon's son Rehoboam brought further division to the kingdom when he rejected wise counsel. In this message, Skip Heitzig unpacks this powerful reminder to seek God's guidance for every decision.

An alarming report from one research group noted, “Our nation is facing a new public health threat…feelings of anxiety and depression have grown to levels where virtually no one can ignore what is happening.” Today, we consider the help available for our mental health. In this letter to the Philippian church, Paul gives us five steps that will improve our mental health.I. Rejoice in the Presence of GodII. Rely on the Power of GodIII. Recall the Provision of GodIV. Rest in the Peace of GodV. Reflect on the Purpose of GodTalk with God: Ask the Lord to guide your steps and provide wisdom and clarity as you seek to improve your mental health in accordance with Scripture.Talk with others: If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or another mental health issue, ask a pastor, ministry leader, or mentor for prayer and practical support.Talk with kids: How were the people disobeying God’s commands?

God appeared to Solomon again, to reassure him of His commitment to the temple and the people of Israel and warn of the dangers in turning away from Him. In this teaching, Skip Heitzig examines God's faithfulness and Solomon's dedication to obeying God's plans.