Christian Sermons from Calvary Chapel Greenmeadow, North Kingstown, RI
817 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago -It is our goal here at Calvary Chapel to help Christians grow in the knowledge and love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. So we would like to encourage you to listen in as Pastor Rich Chapman teaches verse by verse from the Word of God. Studying the Word is key in achieving growth and maturity in our Christian walks, so subscribe to this Podcast and start growing today!
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The Foundation of Faith (Genesis 1:1)
June 04, 2023 18:45 - 25 minutes - 18.3 MBThe God of Genesis 1:1 is the God we have given our lives to. The basic truths there are the basis for our faith. Disbelief of these simple facts is the beginning of foolishness and the darkening of the heart.
Waiting on the Lord (Isaiah 40:30-31)
May 28, 2023 18:45 - 37 minutes - 26.2 MBGod does not answer us on our timetable. Waiting on Him is difficult, but God remains silent to refine us, to better us, and to cause us to pursue a deeper relationship with Him than we thought possible. Stand watch and wait to see what He has to say.
Heavenly Father
May 21, 2023 18:45 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBJesus the Son has given us permission to have a relationship with God the Father. We need to understand that he is holy and righteous and cannot dwell with sin. The Holy Spirit encourages us to be holy. Although God is big, He is approachable.
God Said "No" (Deuteronomy 32:51-52)
May 14, 2023 18:45 - 40 minutes - 28.3 MBHow do we respond to being told no? Sometimes God says no as a consequence of our sin. God owes man nothing. Just because we are enthusiastic about doing something for God does not give us a right to do it. Be content with the tasks He gives you.
Rational Courage
May 07, 2023 18:45 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBIt is a scary world and getting scarier all the time. There are a lot of rational reasons to fear. We need to fight that fear with rational courage, which comes from knowing who God is. The longer we walk with Him, the more reasons we have to trust Him.
Soli Deo Gloria (Jude 25)
April 30, 2023 18:45 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBGlory be unto the God who gives us salvation. Although we cannot yet see Him in His full glory, one day we will. In this present life, when we focus on His glory, our problems fade away. In heaven, His glory will be proclaimed for eternity.
He is Able (Jude 24, 25)
April 23, 2023 18:45 - 36 minutes - 25.5 MBExalting God for what He is able to do increases our faith. He can keep us from falling by guarding us both now and in eternity. He can present us as faultless before the throne of God. And He intercedes for us now.
A Doxology (Jude 24, 25)
April 16, 2023 18:45 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBA doxology is an expression of praise to God (literally "glory words"). There are many in the Bible, but all position us in relation to Him. We benefit from them because they put the focus on God, strengthen our faith, and honor Him.
Let's Celebrate (John 12:12-16)
April 02, 2023 18:45 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBWe celebrate to remember meaningful and significant events like Palm Sunday, which is a reminder of the arrival of the Savior. Although Jesus did not save the Jews from Roman persecution, He provided a much greater salvation for all who call on Him.
My Brother's Keeper (Jude 22, 23)
March 26, 2023 18:45 - 37 minutes - 26.2 MBWe must be compassionate to believers who struggle with their faith and listen to their concerns. Other Christians who are tangled in sin need to be snatched out of their circumstances. Be aware of your own vulnerabilities to sin when helping others.
Keep Yourselves in the Love of God, Part 3 (Jude 20-21)
March 19, 2023 18:45 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBGod is near to us and His spirit lives within believers. We can approach Him any time in prayer, which is effective for change, especially within ourselves. Our hope is in His return and when He does, He should find us watching and waiting for Him.
Keep Yourselves in the Love of God, Part 2 (Jude 17-21)
March 12, 2023 18:45 - 45 minutes - 31.7 MBChristians must build themselves up because an unattended garden produces only weeds. Faith is not a one-time event. We need to continue in it and follow God. No teacher or pastor can do it for us. Be in the word daily and be set apart for God.
Keep Yourselves in the Love of God, Part 1 (Jude 17-21)
March 05, 2023 18:45 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBHis love is always constant, but we are not so we must work at keeping ourselves in harmony with His love. We must understand that His love for us is not based on anything that we are, so we can trust that it is constant, but then we must live in it.
Rock Star Preachers (Jude 8-16)
February 26, 2023 18:45 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBThe love of money is a key motivator for people to try to gain authority and oppose the things God has ordained. Shepherds who take care of only themselves are ungodly and have a dark fate awaiting them. Look at people's lives and have discernment.
Jesus is Lord (Philippians 2:5-11)
February 19, 2023 18:45 - 33 minutes - 23 MBThe title of Lord that Jesus bore was not something that He had to attain. It was His from the beginning. Given this truth, our obedience to His word should flow out of our love for Him. Fortunately, we have the Holy Spirit to guide us.
The Grace of God (Ep 2:8-10)
February 12, 2023 18:45 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBWe enter heaven by God's grace. It is God who gets all the credit. His grace allows us to do good works such as forgiving those who have harmed us. Receiving this grace requires the humility to admit we cannot live a Christian life by our own strength.
Three Examples (Jude 5-7)
February 05, 2023 18:45 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBBecause of hard hearts, Israelites wandered the desert. Because of high aspirations, angels were cast down from heaven. Because of immorality, Sodom and Gomorrah were burned. Because God is just, there is a hell. Because He sent Jesus, there is hope.
Two False teachings (Jude 4)
January 29, 2023 18:45 - 40 minutes - 28 MBEvery false teacher denies who Jesus is or His sovereignty in some way or another. Many emphasize human will over God's. We have freedom in Christ, but it is freedom from sin not freedom to sin. The word of God teaches us to say no to worldly lusts.
Earnestly Contend for the Faith (Jude 3-4)
January 22, 2023 18:45 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBSince there are so many false teachers and doctrines, it is our duty to defend the truth. The faith was entrusted to us to protect. This requires that we study the word, object to falsehoods, and pass Christian faith on from one generation to the next.
Called, Loved, Kept (Jude 1-2)
January 15, 2023 18:45 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBAs believers, this is a reminder of whose we are. We are called to light and a holy life through the gospel, chosen by Him before the foundation of the world, loved by God the Father. He has His eye upon us to see that we reach our eternal inheritance.
Intro to Jude
January 08, 2023 18:45 - 32 minutes - 22.8 MBIt might not have always been easy growing up with Jesus. His own brothers did not believe in Him and Jesus said a prophet has no honor in his home. But after the resurrection, His brothers taught that familiarity is not a substitute for knowing Him.
New
January 01, 2023 18:45 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBChange is difficult and often unwelcome, but God is in the business of making things new. He gives us new birth and a new heart. He is actively giving us new life every day. We should live as His new creation.
Christmas 2022
December 25, 2022 18:45 - 18 minutes - 13 MBJesus is life and came to give us eternal life, light, grace, and truth. He came into this world and experienced pain, suffering and death because He loved us and wanted to give His life for us. Jesus gave us the right to become children of God.
What’s in a Name? (Luke 1; Matthew 1)
December 18, 2022 18:45 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBIn the case of Jesus, the Great, Holy One, and Son of the Most High, His name means that He is going to save us from our sins. Only He can do it and His name is above all names. In fact, every knee will bow at the mention of the name of Jesus.
Friends Make a Difference (3 John 13, 14)
December 11, 2022 18:45 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBGetting together with others face-to-face and addressing them by their name (which is what sets them apart) is an encouragement. Sometimes we need to fight the temptation to want to be alone. We can bring peace to others by drawing near to them.
Role Models (3 John 11-12)
December 04, 2022 18:45 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBWho are the people in your life that you want to emulate? Someone who is spoken well of by others might be a good role model, but more importantly is that the truth is evident in their life. Ultimately, we need to look beyond people and follow Jesus.
Thanksgiving (Ephesians 5:19-20)
November 27, 2022 18:45 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBThere is something powerful about music that honors God. Music will be everywhere in heaven and singing from our hearts prepares us for our future home. We can rise above our circumstances in thanksgiving if we get our minds and hearts fixed in Him.
Joy, Prayer, and Thanksgiving – Always (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)
November 20, 2022 18:45 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBWe are encouraged to be joyful always, pray continually, and give thanks in everything. This leaves no room for excuses. Paul was not naturally cheerful, but after meeting Jesus, he became a totally different person by the joy of knowing Him.
Expect Problems (Acts 14:1-7)
November 13, 2022 18:45 - 35 minutes - 24.8 MBExpect problems from everyone, but view them as Paul did. Problems can be opportunities that can energize us for service. Too often, Christians are afraid of stirring up problems and shy way from them rather than seize them for Christ.
Diotrephes (3 John 9-10)
November 06, 2022 18:45 - 29 minutes - 20.7 MBPride, ambition, and power are not just problems in the secular world. They can be problems in the church too. Pride is danger and a sin that we must avoid.
Gaius’ Care and Hospitality (3 John 5-8)
October 30, 2022 18:45 - 36 minutes - 25.6 MBThe most important thing is to be faithful with the resources and opportunities God has given us. Just showing up is a sign of faithfulness. Whether we have been given much or little, we can do something, but without love, it is worthless.
Testimony of Truth (3 John 3, 4)
October 23, 2022 18:45 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBThere are two aspects of a Christian testimony: the truth that is in us, and our walk with the Lord. We get the truth in us by being in the Word. What others see in us and hear from us should then be consistent with what we claim to believe.
Dear Friend/Beloved (3 John 1-2)
October 16, 2022 18:45 - 40 minutes - 28 MBJohn gives us a great example of the importance of relationships through his "dear friend" Gaius. Our prayers for our friends should include prosperity of sole, which requires a close walk with Jesus. We should not hesitate to sacrifice for our friends.
Face-To-Face (2 John 12, 13)
October 09, 2022 18:45 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBIt is more important today than ever before to get together and encourage one another. Joy can come out of being together with other believers. Satan can stop us from fellowship, but one day we will see God face-to-face and we will really know Him then.
Avoid Bad Influencers (2 John 10,11)
October 02, 2022 18:45 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBWe cannot accommodate those who bring false teachings. This requires that we are very familiar with the truth and that we correct those who are in error. The media we consume, the friends we keep, and the spouse we choose should not pull us away.
The Most Important Things (Acts 2:37-42)
September 25, 2022 18:45 - 43 minutes - 30.3 MBMost of the things that we think are important have only temporal consequences. The big question is, what are you going to do with Jesus? Recognize that He is the holy one of God and repent. We must sanctify ourselves and grow in grace to serve Him.
Use Caution (2 John 7-9)
September 18, 2022 18:45 - 36 minutes - 25.5 MBWe have to have a healthy measure of caution in our walk of faith. True spirits acknowledge that Jesus came in the flesh but anyone who goes ahead of the Word, following human tradition that does not put God first, is a false teacher.
Walking (2 John 1:4-6)
September 11, 2022 18:45 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBFor the Christian, walking means practical daily living and consistent forward progress in our faith. Walking in the truth means to obey it, not just to study it or argue about it. We have a choice to follow the truth. Walk as children of light.
Grace, Mercy, and Peace (2 John 1:3)
September 04, 2022 18:45 - 31 minutes - 22.1 MBEncouraging words bearing the God's truth and said with meaning are what people need to hear. It all starts with grace (God's unmerited favor), mercy, (which are new every morning) and peace, (which for the believer comes through prayer).
Know the Truth (2 John 1:1-2)
August 28, 2022 18:45 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBThere were false teachers long ago and there are today too. Fortunately, we have the truth and it will remain forever because it is the truth of God. We must know the truth, believe the truth, and obey the truth by abiding in His word.
The Power of Hope
August 21, 2022 18:45 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBGod has promised to provide and to be with us in times of trouble. He turns our valleys of despair into doors of hope. Hope placed in God does not disappoint. When we place our trust and hope in Him, even against all odds, we are blessed.
Idols (1 John 5:21)
August 14, 2022 18:45 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBWe become like that which we worship. If we worship idols, we become empty and lifeless. Anything that takes God's place in our lives is an idol and when we worship them it affects us and our children for generations. Rid yourself of your idols.
Knowing that We Know (1 John 5:18-20)
August 07, 2022 18:45 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBIf we truly know Jesus, it will change the way we live. Through the Holy Spirit, we know that we are children of God. Jesus Christ has come and given us understanding so that we may know Him. Therefore, we must stay close to Him.
Prayer for a Brother (1 John 5: 16, 17)
July 31, 2022 18:45 - 38 minutes - 26.9 MBWhen we see a brother caught in sin, the first person we should talk to about it is God. Pray for that person rather than gossip. Never assume that someone is beyond the help that your prayers can bring.
Can We Be Sure When We Pray? (1 John 5:14, 15)
July 24, 2022 18:45 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBJesus suffered temptation and is able to sympathize with us, so we can approach God with freedom and confidence. When we desire something, the first step is to ask, but we must do so in accordance with His will. We should first pray to know His will.
Assurance (1 John 5:13)
July 17, 2022 18:45 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBOur assurance of salvation comes from the knowledge and certainty of our personal relationship with God. It comes from the word of God and His spirit living in us that testify to this certainty, not from our own feelings, emotions, or works.
The Testimony of God (1 John 5:9-12)
July 10, 2022 18:45 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBGod declares that His son Jesus is the only gateway to eternal life. Anyone who has that testimony in his heart is saved. Anyone who does not believe this testimony calls God a liar.
This is the One... Jesus (1 John 5:6-8)
July 03, 2022 18:45 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBWithout the cross, we have nothing and without the shedding of blood, there is no forgiveness. Jesus was the final sacrifice for our forgiveness. There is no other way. Jesus did not need saving, but He endured the cross to save us.
Overcomers (1 John 5:4,5)
June 26, 2022 18:45 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBWe know how the game ends, so we should not be discouraged when it seems like we are behind. We overcome the world by faith and the object of that faith is God. Satan does not want us to know that we are on the winning team.
Obedience
June 19, 2022 18:45 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBObedience is not just avoiding things we are forbidden to do, it is doing what God calls us to do. This applies to us as a group of believers and as individuals.