Abide Calvary Podcast

Because God loves us, He has given us His Holy Spirit to protect us from evil. This week, we hear how we receive His help, by prayerfully obeying His Word. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Because He loves us, God wants to define the boundaries of relationship intimacy. Join in as we hear how to apply His word to our lives.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

How does God want to help us rest in hope and not be overcome with worry? In this week's message, we hear how Paul's faith was strengthened even though he was going through difficult trials. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Persecution was a daily reality to this church in Thessalonica. Listen in to hear how God uses a community of believers to strengthen and grow their faith in troubled times. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Part of being imitators of Christ is being faithful to Him and being available for opportunities He provides. Listen to this week's podcast to be encouraged as a Christian.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

In today's message, we learn Jesus' resurrection is a proven hope that is still available today for us and our future. This hope comes from believing and receiving what Christ has already done for us. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Listen and marvel at the humility Jesus displays as He prepares for His death and resurrection that will accomplish the ultimate defeat of sin and death. Today, just as in this passage, He is worthy of praise from our hearts. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Jesus' call for every believer is to live in such a way that reflects Him. To apply this to your own life, listen to this week's message.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Motivation matters. Listen to learn why that is central to our faith as we go through trials and speak of our faith.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

The believing and receiving of the gospel or good news that Jesus has rescued us from the coming wrath is to be our confidence personally, our help as examples to one another and a word of hope to those who haven't believed. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Paul, in his first letter to the Thessalonian church, is thanking God as he recalls their endurance in faith  and love, all inspired by His hope. We can all receive this encouragement because we follow the same God that was at work in their lives.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

As we end the letter to the church of Colosse, Paul lists some important  responsibilities of the believer. Devoting ourselves to prayer, acting wisely and being thankful for the amazing gift of salvation that Christ has given us can help strengthen our faith.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

If we love God, God wants to help us show that love to others. This week's passage gives us practical advice on how to love God and love others, which glorifies God. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

As believers, we are to be changed by God's love and by His word. As God works through us, we can exhibit His characteristics, know His peace and be thankful continually. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

God's love is the center, focus and goal of our faith. Listen to practical ways that we, as hearers of His word,  can respond.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

As Christians, we are to live to please Christ. In this passage, we are learning how to do by this by the empowerment and direction of His Spirit, not being led by our own earthly and worldly desires. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

In this passage, there are some thought provoking reactions to a fathers display of generous love. The mission of this father and written as a  picture of God, our Father, we see an example that we are to follow. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Being a Christian is living in a new way with focus and dependency on God's Word by His Spirit to lead us. In this passage, Paul helps us identify some religious practices that might seem good but are of lesser importance. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

In today's message we are warned not to be swayed by other doctrines and opinions, but to be established and reminded of the truth of our salvation. Join in as we hear the true gospel or the "good news" of Christ, the basis of our faith.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

We know that the apostle Paul had real life struggles just as we do, but we see his focus and reliance was on Christ. In this passage, we see Christ working through him to encourage and join believers together in mature love.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

In this passage, we explore Christ being fully man in addition to being fully God. Join in as Pastor Chris explains the important truth of the good news of Jesus Christ. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Join us as we look as Paul teaches this Colossians church that Jesus is the supreme God that created all and is above all, and is the only way to salvation. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

God desires us to live a life fully pleasing to Him. From this week's passage, hear how He generously provides everything needed for that life.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

As we start the book of Colossians, we see that Christ alone is sufficient for salvation from our sins and the source of all our hope.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Join us as we learn more about contentment, which is a continuing process of trusting and relying daily on God's sufficiency. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

If not attended to, our worry and  disagreements can grow. Listen as we learn how God can refocus us on His goodness and bring us peace.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

In this passage, God calls us not to live in regret over the past or in worry about our future, but to live in the moment by His truth. Listen in as we explore the practical application of this concept. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

What do you value in this life? In this passage, Paul says nothing compares to the worth of His relationship with Christ.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

It is a challenge to place others interests above our own. Listen in as Paul explains why this is an important factor in the way God wants us to encourage one another. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

God wants to work an on-going process of faith in us, by His power. This week's passage highlights some specific ways God can help us reflect His character more.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Our attitude is a crucial part of allowing God's love to work through us to help us in our human relationships, even in the church. Listen to hear how Paul instructs us to live like Christ in this.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

God wants to equip us in our faith by being in unity with other believers, standing together without fear when we encounter those who oppose us. Please join us as we listen to some of the ways He wants to help us to do this.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

God wants to grow our faith even in difficult circumstances. This week's passage shows how He works this transforming process in us, with a balance of love, knowledge and discernment. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Hard circumstances are common in this life and the Philippian church was in need of God-given encouragement and direction. Paul gives these and all believers reasons to trust a faithful God to supply the joy and contentment needed to navigate any trial.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Prayer is a topic easily misunderstood but is a huge part of our spiritual life. In this passage, Paul encourages us to act in the discipline of prayer allowing God to rejuvenate our faith.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

This week, God reminds us that we are not left to live the life of faith in our own strength. Through His Holy Spirit given at salvation, He equips and protects us, to give us everything we need to stand in the truth of His word.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Obedience is difficult for all of us when someone asks us to do something, but what about when it is God asking? In this week's message, we learn some of the reasons & benefits to obey God.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

What purpose does Christ have for marriage? We learn that through the earthly example of marriage, Jesus wants to show us the relationship He desires with each of us.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Growing in maturity is surrendering more and more to God's will. We learn, in this week's teaching, we can find God's will in His word and by seeking the Holy Spirit from our hearts.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

As we continue in the book of Ephesians, we are encouraged to imitate God's love and actions, and also become aware of possible struggles. Join us to hear how God helps us follow in His ways. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

As we finish Chapter 4 we will see a list of what it looks like to live by our flesh, and in contrast, what a maturing believer in Christ will be doing instead, as they grow in Christ's likeness. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

When we receive salvation through faith in Christ, He begins the process of aligning our hearts and thoughts with His. Please join us as we look at how and why He makes these changes in us.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

From Christ, the church body receives the gift of grace to work together to cause growth in faith, individually and collectively. Listen in to this week's message to learn His intended purpose and roles for His church.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Ephesians 4 is really the turning point in this book where our author switches from the incredibleness of God to how we need to live out our faith. Join us today as we look at how followers of Jesus need to behave. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

Join us as we listen to Paul's amazing prayer for the believers in Ephesus-that they would, by the Holy Spirit, allow God to cause them to comprehend more completely His limitless love in every part of their faith.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

In this passage, Paul explains further the mystery, which is the grace of God to salvation, that includes the Gentile believers as well as the Jews that have faith. Please join us as we learn more of the revealing of God's gracious mystery.Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

One of the reasons Jesus died on the cross was to tear down the walls of hostility, not only between God and mankind, but between all humankind. Join us as we look at how and why Jesus did this for us. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

In this passage a picture is painted of who we are before coming to faith in Christ and who we are after coming to faith in Christ. He speaks of both the riches of God's mercy and the riches of God's grace which both lead to His eternal glory. Please join us as we continue teaching through the book of Ephesians. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

As we continue the introduction of the book of Ephesians, Paul praises God for the fruit he sees in the life of these believers and he prays that they would grow more and more in the knowledge of God. Join us as we explore the incredible blessings we have in Him through faith in Jesus!Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero

These verses are on long flow of thought that specify the blessings we have from the 3 Persons of the Trinity. Join us as we continue to talk about the riches of God we have in Christ Jesus. Visit: abideatascadero.orgEmail: [email protected]: @abide.calvary_atascFacebook: @AbideCalvaryAtascadero