In this week’s Bible study, Pastor Ralph expands upon how a right relationship with God can change our perception of problems and improve our ability to cope with them as we gain a better sense of His power. Scripture passages Philippians 4:6-7 1 Peter 5:6-7 Romans 8:28-29 Romans 16:20 (Apologies for getting this up lateContinue reading “How God Addresses Our Anxieties, Part 4”
Category Archives: 2020
Christ Conquered Death
Good morning, everyone! We’re grateful for the opportunity to worship with you again today. We’re continuing to study the Christ Event (the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus). This week, we’ll examine the scriptural accounts of Jesus’s appearances to people after He arose from the tomb after His burial, which proved His resurrection and victoryContinue reading “Christ Conquered Death”
How God Addresses Our Anxieties, Part 3
Did you know God doesn’t put Himself under obligation to answer the prayers of anyone who isn’t rightly related to Him? In this week’s Bible study, Pastor Ralph explores how God’s promises (including the promise to provide peace when you ask Him for it) are grounded in a mutual relationship between you and God. ReadingsContinue reading “How God Addresses Our Anxieties, Part 3”
Redemption: The Intermission
We’re thankful to gather with you again today to worship together, even as we’re apart. We’re made for community, but weeks like the one just passed remind us how much we need it. It’s been a week of sorrow and and tragedy in Canada. Such heartbreaking recent events make us mindful of life and deathContinue reading “Redemption: The Intermission”
How God Addresses Our Anxieties, Part 2
Pastor Ralph continues his study of the peace God offers us in the midst of our anxieties, and the conditions upon which this promise rests. Pastor also talks about prayer — our need for it, and how we should approach it. The scripture passage in focus today will be Philippians 4:6-7.
Cherishing the Christ Event
Good morning, church family and friends! We hope you’re staying well. Easter may be just behind us, but I’m so thankful that through Christ’s sacrifice, that same hope and joy we’ve just celebrated is always available to us. No matter what the circumstances of our lives may be, Christ has already won the greatest battleContinue reading “Cherishing the Christ Event”
How God Addresses Our Anxieties, Part 1
Pastor Ralph leads an online version of Calvary’s weekly Bible study (normally combined with a prayer meeting), looking at how God assures those who love and obey Him when they face anxiety. We’re looking at setting up a more interactive prayer meeting through Zoom next week. (In case you’re not familiar with Zoom, it’s aContinue reading “How God Addresses Our Anxieties, Part 1”
Easter Sunday: The Resurrection of Jesus Christ Spells Life
Happy Easter! He is risen! Today, it’s our joy to celebrate the second part of Easter, Jesus Christ rising from the dead. We remember with praise and thanks that He conquered death itself so that He could offer us eternal life. In our message, Pastor Ralph delves into the resurrection of Jesus, explaining its importance,Continue reading “Easter Sunday: The Resurrection of Jesus Christ Spells Life”
Good Friday: “Jesus Died for Us” – What Does that Mean?
Happy Good Friday! We hope you’re continuing to be safe and practice social distance in accordance with our government’s instructions, and we pray you’re keeping well. In this challenging period of separation and uncertainty, there’s no better time for us to consider the essence of our hope in this unpredictable life: salvation in Christ alone.Continue reading “Good Friday: “Jesus Died for Us” – What Does that Mean?”
The Attributes of God: Holiness
Happy (belated) Palm Sunday! “On the next day much people that were come to the feast, when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, took branches of palm trees, and went forth to meet him, and cried, Hosanna: Blessed is the King of Israel that cometh in the name of the Lord.” (John 12:12-13)Continue reading “The Attributes of God: Holiness”
Calvary Baptist Church 