Michael Lombardi is a former NFL executive. He’s worked for many teams in the league and has written several books on the NFL, often focusing on leadership. How successful was Lombardi as an executive? That’s hard to say; however, he has worked for some iconic, successful NFL coaches: Bill Walsh, Al Davis, and Bill Belichick. […]
Intentional acts of faith are the only evidence your faith is real.
James 2:18-24: Intentional acts of faith are the only evidence your faith is real. Anyone can claim to be a Christian. But what kind of evidence distinguishes real faith from an empty claim? Find out in this message. This is message 20 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the New Testament […]
Intentional acts of faith always result from genuine faith.
James 2:14-17: Intentional acts of faith always result from genuine faith. It is common for Christians to meet others who claim to be Christians. But what do we make of people who claim to be Christians but don’t live like Christians at all? Are they really saved? Find out in this message. This is message […]
Reflecting Mercy Through Forgiveness
Reflecting Mercy Through Forgiveness We all know that we should forgive other people. But forgiveness is hard. What has God done for us that should enable us to forgive other people? Find out in this message. This is a stand-alone message, not related to any series. It was developed by Pastor Brian Jones and delivered […]
Show Mercy, Not Favoritism, as an Intentional Act of Faith
James 2:12-13: Show Mercy Not Favoritism as an Intentional Act of Faith Favoritism breaks God’s law, therefore God will judge those who show favoritism. But is there any escape from that judgment? Find out in this message. This is message 18 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the New Testament book […]
Show Love, Not Favoritism, as an Intentional Act of Faith
James 2:8-11: Show Love Not Favoritism as an Intentional Act of Faith Most acts of favoritism are not a violation of any human law, but God says they violate his law. Why is that true? Find out in this message. This is message 17 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the […]
Be Sensible about Favoritism, as an Intentional Act of Faith
James 2:5-7: Be Sensible about Favoritism, as an Intentional Act of Faith Does it make any sense to show favoritism in this world? Find out in this message. This is message 16 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the New Testament book of James. It was developed by Pastor Brian Jones […]
Focus on God, not Favoritism, as an Intentional Act of Faith
James 2:1-4: Focus on God, not favoritism, as an Intentional Act of Faith Favoritism is a fact of life. It is a common, human tendency. But, what does God think of it? Find out in this message. This is message 15 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the New Testament book […]
Resist Worldliness as an Intentional Act of Faith
James 1:27c: Resist Worldliness as an Intentional Act of Faith We live in the world. What relationship should we, as Christians, have to it? Find out in this message. This is message 14 in the series, Intentional Acts of Faith, a series about the New Testament book of James. It was developed by Pastor Brian […]
Why Easter Matters
Why Easter Matters Does Easter matter? Why does it matter? Find out in this message. This is an Easter message, developed by Pastor Brian Jones and delivered by Brian to Calvary Bible Church on Easter Sunday, April 4, 2021. Take notes below or click here to open the notes in a new window or tab. […]