http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/ Description here.... Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:16:06 GMT en-us Copyright 2013 Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/five-ways-to-invest-in-your-family-during-summer-break/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/five-ways-to-invest-in-your-family-during-summer-break/ Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:16:05 GMT Pastor Stephan and Lisa Tchividjian have been partnering with families to make disciples their entire adult lives. The following insightful article penned by the Tchividjians will get you thinking about how to make the most of this summer's ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/ed-stetzer-interview-with-pastor-bob-coy-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/ed-stetzer-interview-with-pastor-bob-coy-video/ Sat, 08 Jun 2013 17:26:43 GMT "The reward for faithful service is more faithful service," said Pastor Bob Coy to Ed Stetzer when he dropped by Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale last spring to interview the church's founding pastor. Their time together aired live on Stetzer's ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/torrey-and-davids-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/torrey-and-davids-story/ Tue, 04 Jun 2013 13:32:05 GMT   Life for fatherless kids like David is difficult. That's why God brings men like Torrey into the picture. Torrey is a hero, but he's also a normal guy like you. Normal people are the ones God loves to use most.Watch this video. Maybe ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-truth-about-tragedy-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-truth-about-tragedy-video/ Wed, 29 May 2013 13:31:24 GMT   Where is God in the midst of calamity and terror? In the wake of the Moore, Oklahoma, tornado disaster, Pastor Bob shares some thoughts from scripture on the current state of our planet in contrast to the plans God has the future.In ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/ready-for-all-seasons/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/ready-for-all-seasons/ Fri, 24 May 2013 19:56:29 GMT Disaster Relief/Hurricane Preparedness The stunning devastation inflicted by tornadoes in Oklahoma remind us that we need to be ready in season and out of season. This biblical principal charging us to be ready with the gospel applies to ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/families-of-4kids/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/families-of-4kids/ Wed, 22 May 2013 14:23:48 GMT   These families are changing lives and destinies one child at a time. You can be a hero like the people in this video.If not you, then who?For more information about how you can change a life, click below.4KIDS   subscribe to ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-a-warning-about-other-pastor-bobs-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-a-warning-about-other-pastor-bobs-video/ Sat, 11 May 2013 07:22:09 GMT   Watch out for fake Pastor Bobs on the Internet and social media. Here are a couple things to consider when communicating with Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale, The Active Word and any other ministry related to Pastor Bob Coy. The real ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/jazmins-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/jazmins-story-video/ Sat, 04 May 2013 18:37:17 GMT   When she was seventeen, Jazmin met a guy at a club that she thought was going to love her. But that guy had other things in mind for Jazmin. His plan was to make money from Jazmin's flesh. Is God able to rescue someone from a life of ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-gosnell-how-did-it-go-for-so-long-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-gosnell-how-did-it-go-for-so-long-video/ Wed, 01 May 2013 17:54:09 GMT   How does something like this go on for so long? You may have already heard of late-term abortionist, Kermit Gosnell, and his murder trial currently underway in Pennsylvania. As sad and gruesome accounts are shared, one has to wonder ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/national-day-of-prayer-today-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/national-day-of-prayer-today-video/ Wed, 01 May 2013 10:25:05 GMT Today is the National Day of Prayer. During weekend services, Pastor Bob Coy encouraged the congregation to connect with one of the many ways to participate with the 62nd Annual National Day of Prayer here at Calvary Chapel Fort ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/ed-stetzer-to-interview-pastor-bob-coy-live/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/ed-stetzer-to-interview-pastor-bob-coy-live/ Sat, 27 Apr 2013 17:36:28 GMT Influential Christian speaker and author Ed Stetzer will be onsite at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale Tuesday, April 30, 2013 to interview Pastor Bob Coy for a live webcast. Stetzer is president of LifeWay Research, author of several popular ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-april-2013-baptism/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-april-2013-baptism/ Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:37:29 GMT Something very holy happened at the water's edge last weekend: 583 people were water baptized by the Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale leadership team. We applaud your decision to be water baptized! We are so proud of those of you who have ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/lindseys-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/lindseys-story-video/ Tue, 09 Apr 2013 18:03:33 GMT Abuse was the beginning of a long, downward spiral for Lindsey. Lindsey was mad at God, but God's plan of redemption was already in the works. Watch and see what God had in store for ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-words-for-the-backslidden-heart-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-words-for-the-backslidden-heart-video/ Fri, 05 Apr 2013 17:38:10 GMT   We probably all know someone of the faith who’s in a "backslidden" state. Here are some words to exhort your friend… source   »about Pastor Bob Coy»Pastor Bob on Twitter»Pastor Bob on ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/easter2013-recap-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/easter2013-recap-video/ Wed, 03 Apr 2013 19:33:28 GMT Come. See. Believe. This Easter, some 22,000 plus people filled FAU Stadium to worship and hear Pastor Bob Coy talk about hope in our Resurrected Savior. Pastor Bob told the crowd that Jesus sees us on this side of heaven burdened and ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-on-golgatha/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-on-golgatha/ Fri, 29 Mar 2013 16:54:44 GMT Naked. Shamed. Embarrassed. Jesus was not punished for His sin. This happened because you sinned and I ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/press-release-easter-2013/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/press-release-easter-2013/ Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:48:15 GMT Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For press inquiries, please contact: Michael Miller, Director of Communications at 954-315-4311 Calvary Chapel Easter Celebrationat GEO Group Stadium at FAU in Boca Raton FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-one-regret-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-one-regret-video/ Wed, 20 Mar 2013 17:49:57 GMT   Do you have any regrets? You'll be surprised by the one life regret Pastor Bob shares in this ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/bryon-susan-and-allies-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/bryon-susan-and-allies-story-video/ Sun, 17 Mar 2013 16:59:58 GMT   Allie was shaken and abused. How can God work through that? Watch this video and ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-sabbath-sabotage-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-sabbath-sabotage-video/ Wed, 06 Mar 2013 19:57:18 GMT   Pastor Bob is in a mall in Jerusalem on the Sabbath. Everything is closed! Watch what Pastor Bob has to say about having a Sabbath in your ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/lettys-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/lettys-story-video/ Sun, 03 Mar 2013 14:09:37 GMT   Letty was raised by a single mom in household with her four sisters. Her mother did the best she could raising the girls on her own. Letty grew up living a promiscuous party lifestyle. When Leddy began to taste God's plan of ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-pope-benedict-xvi-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-pope-benedict-xvi-video/ Wed, 20 Feb 2013 19:22:58 GMT Pastor Bob gives his thoughts on spiritual leadership in this video. The main topic is the Pope. But Pastor Bob also touches on the topic of his own spiritual leader, the founder of the Calvary Chapel Movement, Pastor Chuck ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/anas-god-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/anas-god-story-video/ Tue, 19 Feb 2013 21:46:28 GMT Ana has always been drawn to spiritual things. Only, she wasn't seeking for the spiritual things that took her closer God. Here's the thing - God was at work searching for Ana. Here's her ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/tell-us-your-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/tell-us-your-story/ Sun, 10 Feb 2013 15:07:32 GMT You have a great story. A "testimony" is what Pastor Bob called it in a recent message from the Book of Daniel about King Nebuchadnezzar. Telling others your testimony - or God Story - only has good results.  People everywhere are ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/change-4-change-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/change-4-change-video/ Fri, 08 Feb 2013 19:01:24 GMT What if you could change the world? How much would it cost? Eikon Young Adults Ministry is spearheading Change 4 Change as a church wide outreach to provide resources and man-power for missions projects around the world. Learn more and get ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-lances-confession-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-lances-confession-video/ Fri, 01 Feb 2013 02:13:25 GMT Do you know what's in a man? Did you think Lance Armstrong was flawless? Here are some thoughts on the Lance Armstrong confession debacle from Pastor ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-gun-debate-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-gun-debate-video/ Thu, 24 Jan 2013 22:37:30 GMT   If you allow tragedy to dictate what you do with policy, you may miss the point of what happened in the mind of a man that went from normal to e... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/brendas-god-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/brendas-god-story-video/ Mon, 21 Jan 2013 15:54:00 GMT   Brenda grew up in a very poor family in Central American. Her mother left when she was young. Brenda was sponsored through Compassion as she grew up. Her Compassion sponsor impacted her life in a way that shapes the way Brenda ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/childrens-ministry-and-the-gospel-project-app-for-kids-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/childrens-ministry-and-the-gospel-project-app-for-kids-video/ Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:54:30 GMT   Family Ministry at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale is partnering with parents to make disciples of children. The children's ministry curriculum used in services is available in an app designed by Lifeway and The Gospel Project. The app ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/10000-reasons-live-performance-video-released/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/10000-reasons-live-performance-video-released/ Wed, 16 Jan 2013 14:53:24 GMT Ocean's Edge School works to draw the inner worship leader out of the next generation musicians that attend the school of worship. The Show is one of the annual offerings students at Ocean's Edge School puts on at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-on-israel/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-on-israel/ Fri, 11 Jan 2013 01:11:11 GMT   Things are crazy in the Middle East. It seems that Israel is in the news everyday. What does that have to do with Christians living a hemisphere away? Pastor Bob has shares what scripture has to say about Israel, Jerusalem and the ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/wills-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/wills-story-video/ Sun, 06 Jan 2013 22:36:01 GMT Will grew up in urban neighborhood where the man in his house wasn't his dad. This put Will's life on a course where he faced a head on collision with disaster. See what can happen when Jesus intervenes and puts a young man on a new ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-low-down-on-resolutions/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-low-down-on-resolutions/ Thu, 27 Dec 2012 22:22:50 GMT   So, are you making New Year’s resolutions? Did you ever accomplish the ones you made last year… or the year ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/share-your-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/share-your-story/ Fri, 21 Dec 2012 21:00:39 GMT The December phase of the "Know God" outreach was rolled out in weekend services beginning Saturday, December 15, 2012. Some 30,000 congregants at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale, its regional campuses, and the Active Word audience, were given a ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-refuge-a-place-of-hope/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-refuge-a-place-of-hope/ Sat, 15 Dec 2012 18:08:39 GMT In this season of giving, show God's compassion to those with less. "The Spirit of the LORD is upon me, because He has anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; He has sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-surviving-the-christmas-chaos-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-surviving-the-christmas-chaos-video/ Fri, 14 Dec 2012 17:10:20 GMT   Pastor Bob brings some much needed perspective to the craziness of the Christmas Season in this blog pos... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/know-god-outreach/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/know-god-outreach/ Thu, 29 Nov 2012 15:06:35 GMT “I’m convinced our lives are filled with people asking two essential questions, ‘Who is God?’ and ‘How can I know Him?’” ---Pastor Bob Coy, senior pastor of Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale. Calvary ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-facebook-good-or-bad-depends-on-the-user-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-facebook-good-or-bad-depends-on-the-user-video/ Tue, 27 Nov 2012 23:03:13 GMT This is a follow up post from Pastor Bob about Facebook. A previous post on the topic generated user comments choosing sides; some think Facebook and other social media are good while others feel it is the downfall of soci... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/charlees-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/charlees-story-video/ Sat, 24 Nov 2012 19:19:10 GMT   Charlee grew up in a family that had a high profile in her community. High expectations and high standards were what Charlee was held to. She rebelled and ended up tossing it away - God included. Watch where the Lord took her to bring ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/over-16000-shoe-boxes-shipped-for-operation-christmas-child/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/over-16000-shoe-boxes-shipped-for-operation-christmas-child/ Sat, 24 Nov 2012 18:09:02 GMT Over 16,000 shoe boxes packed with school supplies, toys, hygiene items, and holiday greetings from you are on their way from Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale to various destinations around the globe. Here's the breakdown by Regional ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/get-the-new-app/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/get-the-new-app/ Fri, 16 Nov 2012 19:16:05 GMT   DOWNLOAD THE APP   The communications team at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale has just launched a new app that contains all Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale/Active Word/Pastor Bob Coy media in one place. As more and more people use ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/new-campuses-coming-soon/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/new-campuses-coming-soon/ Tue, 13 Nov 2012 22:11:25 GMT We are pleased to announce the addition of two new campuses in the Naples and Orlando areas. Although it's a bit early to say exactly where these campuses will be, if you are interested in learning more about either of these campuses, feel free ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/michelle-and-kevins-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/michelle-and-kevins-story-video/ Sat, 10 Nov 2012 20:49:21 GMT Michelle and Kevin are regular people whose walk with Christ began at Christmas Service at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale. But that was only the beginning of an incredibly amazing story. What might happen to someone you know that needs ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/hurricane-sandy-relief/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/hurricane-sandy-relief/ Sat, 10 Nov 2012 19:05:51 GMT South Floridians can relate to hurricanes. Here's your opportunity to put your empathy into action. Teams have already assembled to take the first load of assistance to help our friends at New Jersey area Calvary Chapels provide ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-insights-from-israel-tomb-by-the-road-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-insights-from-israel-tomb-by-the-road-video/ Wed, 07 Nov 2012 16:03:06 GMT In this video, Pastor Bob demonstrates the concrete reality of our Faith and the verifiable truth of the Bible's message of Good ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/fall-back/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/fall-back/ Fri, 02 Nov 2012 21:02:01 GMT That's it. Daylight savings time ends this weekend early Sunday morning. This is when you set your clock to "fall back." Set it back an hour. The good news is, you get an extra hour of sleep Sunday morning. The bad news is, if you miss it, ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/linettes-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/linettes-story/ Fri, 26 Oct 2012 20:41:58 GMT Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 says, “Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. For if they fall, one will lift up his companion. But woe to him who is alone when he falls, for he has no one to help him ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/hurricane-sandy-info-you-need-to-know/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/hurricane-sandy-info-you-need-to-know/ Thu, 25 Oct 2012 13:45:21 GMT UPDATE AS OF 9:30 AM 26 OCTOBER 2012 »CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY CLOSED FRIDAY, 26 OCTOBER »CELEBRATE RECOVERY CANCELLED FRIDAY NIGHT, 26 OCTOBER »ALL CCFL CAMPUSES OPERATING ON A NORMAL WEEKEND SCHEDULE   Current ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-tactful-talk-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-tactful-talk-video/ Sat, 13 Oct 2012 19:40:35 GMT Pastor Bob makes a confession about himself in this video about sharing t... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/jay-and-lauras-god-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/jay-and-lauras-god-story-video/ Sat, 13 Oct 2012 13:47:10 GMT How do you make life work when the person you planned life with is changed through Alzheimer's Disease? Can God still use such a person? Watch and ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-insights-from-israel-dirty-feet-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-insights-from-israel-dirty-feet-video/ Fri, 05 Oct 2012 14:34:44 GMT A tall, cold drink of water refreshes your whole body on a hot, dusty day. Hospitality and refreshment are God's gifts to us and are intended to be passed on to ot... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/bsodeputy-christopher-schaub-memorial-service/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/bsodeputy-christopher-schaub-memorial-service/ Mon, 01 Oct 2012 13:23:49 GMT Broward Sheriff's Office lost one of their finest, Deputy Christopher Schaub, in a tragic traffic accident on Wednesday, September 26. On Tuesday, October 2, a full police escort with honors will be part of the funeral service at Calvary ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/celebrating-new-birth/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/celebrating-new-birth/ Sat, 29 Sep 2012 21:29:35 GMT Tuula has been a part of the Calvary Chapel family since 1996. Although she was baptized as an infant in the Lutheran tradition, when Tuula surrendered her life to Christ at a Calvary service, she knew baptism was a step of obedience she wanted ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-floundering-faith/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-floundering-faith/ Fri, 21 Sep 2012 19:47:52 GMT How should Christians deal with unmet expectations in light of their relationship with the Lord? In this short video, Pastor Bob answers the question and offers the believer some faith-building encourageme... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-most-loving-thing-article-in-decision-magazine/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-most-loving-thing-article-in-decision-magazine/ Thu, 20 Sep 2012 20:03:59 GMT September 1, 2012 - It started out as most Sundays do for me. I entered our church’s sanctuary and began to greet a few of those who had gathered to worship. But this time, I was surprised to say the least as I was met by a man fully made ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/texs-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/texs-story-video/ Tue, 18 Sep 2012 20:02:42 GMT Tex comes from an unstable family. His father pawned the family's Christmas gifts for drug money. Tex bounced around in the foster care system before meeting Jesus. Watch this video to see how God loves to redeem the world's lost ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/ill-never-forget/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/ill-never-forget/ Sat, 15 Sep 2012 21:31:45 GMT God is in the business of transforming lives, and that’s exactly what He did during the recent two mission trips to Nicaragua. Julia, 15, Student Ministry, will never forget . . . We visited this lady. Medically, it appeared as though ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/uganda-2012-short-term-mission-trip-recap/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/uganda-2012-short-term-mission-trip-recap/ Tue, 11 Sep 2012 19:26:52 GMT There are a lot of zones in life. There’s the school zone, the safety zone, the danger zone, and the no parking zone. But, of the many zones we encounter in life, the worst one for Christians is the comfort zone. Billy Scruby, a minister ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-insights-from-israel-spicy-conversation-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-insights-from-israel-spicy-conversation-video/ Thu, 06 Sep 2012 19:49:14 GMT Pastor Bob talks about the things that matter most in this on location video from his June 2012 trip to Is... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/mikes-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/mikes-story-video/ Sun, 02 Sep 2012 16:12:07 GMT Sometimes God has to take everything away from you to get your attention. This is what happened to Mike's life when God finally took Mike to the place where it was just Mike and ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/beyond-the-mat/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/beyond-the-mat/ Sat, 01 Sep 2012 21:33:20 GMT As a fifth grader at Calvary Christian Academy (CCA), Dominick demonstrated his incredible athletic abilities on the football field, basketball court, and the track. Anxious to do it all, Dominick was intrigued when JV Basketball Coach Tom ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-other-iranian-revolution-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-other-iranian-revolution-video/ Tue, 28 Aug 2012 19:49:50 GMT How open are you to the Holy Spirit doing something that violates tradition? In this video, Pastor Bob explains how God works in ways that may go against tradition but never violate His ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/regarding-tropical-storm-isaac-important-update/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/regarding-tropical-storm-isaac-important-update/ Mon, 27 Aug 2012 19:55:08 GMT Regarding Tropical Storm ISAAC http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/annes-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/annes-story-video/ Mon, 20 Aug 2012 21:32:34 GMT "I just became what they said I was and I just gave up." Many young women have their purity stolen or devalued triggering a hopeless chain reaction of destructive choices, experiences and consequences. Anne got the the point where she cried ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/nicaragua-2012-recap-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/nicaragua-2012-recap-video/ Mon, 13 Aug 2012 19:27:26 GMT As ambassadors for Christ, going out into the mission field is just part of the calling. Many feel the tug on their hearts, but few actually step out in faith. To those who are still on the fence, Pastor Joe Ferraro of the Calvary Chapel ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/answering-the-hard-questions/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/answering-the-hard-questions/ Sat, 11 Aug 2012 15:47:01 GMT As he felt his son Matthew moving within his wife, Michael had an incredible urge to come back to God. Michael shares, “I prayed, ‘God, please reveal Yourself to me.’ A couple months later, Paula and I went forward to receive ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-loving-the-lost-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-loving-the-lost-video/ Fri, 10 Aug 2012 19:50:20 GMT Disciple making begins with letting people know about the love of God. In this video, Pastor Bob challenges believers to love the lost. source: Active Word ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/kristis-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/kristis-story/ Mon, 06 Aug 2012 13:19:25 GMT In so many ways, I grew up as part of my best friend’s family. For over twenty-five years, I have considered Patti’s grandmother, parents, and even her cousins as my extended family. As a single mom, I treasure the holidays and ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/bills-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/bills-story-video/ Sun, 05 Aug 2012 17:24:31 GMT A robbery goes wrong. One guy dies; one guy survives. What purpose can God possibly have in a situation like this? Watch this video to see how God redeems this ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-facebook-cited-in-divorces-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-facebook-cited-in-divorces-video/ Wed, 25 Jul 2012 18:39:30 GMT “Stolen water is sweet, And bread eaten in secret is pleasant.” That is SO the devil! Here's a video blog about how Facebook is influencing divorces these ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/shirley-and-brunas-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/shirley-and-brunas-story-video/ Mon, 23 Jul 2012 20:12:38 GMT "Did I do something wrong or is God testing me?" This is the question you ask when life goes crazy and there seems to be an ever-widening gulf between you and the Lord. Shirley and Bruna wrestled with questions about God and their faith when ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/christmas-in-july/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/christmas-in-july/ Mon, 23 Jul 2012 16:35:57 GMT Last December, we challenged you to pray for someone to give a gift box to. The “It’s a Free Gift” box contained a special Bible, a DVD, and a music CD. Below are two stories of how God used the gift box to affect ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/warning-imposter-poses-as-pastor-bob/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/warning-imposter-poses-as-pastor-bob/ Sat, 21 Jul 2012 20:14:37 GMT Someone posing as Pastor Bob has contacted several people in Calvary's social media community making and a phony and unauthorized appeal for money. If you have been contacted by the Fake Pastor Bob, the best thing to do is to report the ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-making-decisions-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-making-decisions-video/ Thu, 12 Jul 2012 20:51:42 GMT How do you go about making big decisions? In this video blog, Pastor Bob answers that question filtered through wisdom that comes from God's ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/church-workday-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/church-workday-video/ Mon, 09 Jul 2012 21:16:53 GMT On behalf of Calvary Chapel and the Facilities Ministry we want to thank those who came out to serve for our Church Workday last Saturday. We accomplished so much and definitely couldn't have done it without you! Highlights of the ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/because-you-prayed/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/because-you-prayed/ Sat, 07 Jul 2012 16:33:05 GMT Moving about nervously and looking uncomfortable . . . they wait. Then Pastor Bob invites the church to join in prayer over these willing servants before being sent out into the mission field. Their commitment to outreach is obvious, but every ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/brian-fleming-the-blown-up-guy-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/brian-fleming-the-blown-up-guy-video/ Thu, 05 Jul 2012 19:54:07 GMT "Hi. I'm Brian. I got blown up. I guess I'm still here for a reason." This is how Brian Fleming introduces himself to audiences these days. After a violent explosion, Brian regained consciousness and found himself lying in a ditch on the side ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-vacation-vs-missions-trip-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-vacation-vs-missions-trip-video/ Mon, 25 Jun 2012 19:58:30 GMT Wondering which is the better choice for your summer? Subscribe to Pastor Bob's daily podcast for Bible teaching that helps make life make ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/return-from-patmos/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/return-from-patmos/ Sun, 24 Jun 2012 16:32:58 GMT Since 2007, more than two hundred students have graduated from Patmos Reality Discipleship campuses in the Bahamas, Brazil and now South Florida. One-third of the graduates have taken their experiences into academic or corporate settings while ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/brian-and-margos-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/brian-and-margos-story-video/ Sun, 24 Jun 2012 15:57:41 GMT Unplanned pregnancy, drug addiction, and broken relationships bring lives to a chaotic dead end. That's where both Brian and Margo found themselves when they cried out to God. That's the point where God enters and begins to bring order to the ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-return-from-patmos/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-return-from-patmos/ Sat, 23 Jun 2012 16:28:49 GMT Have you ever been so physically, emotionally, and spiritually challenged that you were forced to discover Christ’s strength is made perfect in your weakness?  That’s exactly what Patmos Reality Discipleship has done since 2007 ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/choosing-joy-hope-and-healing-for-the-hurting/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/choosing-joy-hope-and-healing-for-the-hurting/ Wed, 20 Jun 2012 17:09:06 GMT Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-same-sex-marriage-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-same-sex-marriage-video/ Mon, 11 Jun 2012 20:01:39 GMT I was recently preparing a message for Mother's Day when I heard the news of President Obama endorsing same-sex marriage... Subscribe to Pastor Bob's daily podcast for Bible teaching that helps make life make ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/phil-pattersons-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/phil-pattersons-story-video/ Sun, 10 Jun 2012 18:55:06 GMT Phil Patterson found himself performing for the world around him. That all changed when he met a girl that told him, "If you want to go out with me, you have to come to church with me." Watch what happens ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/streaming-towards-greater-ministry/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/streaming-towards-greater-ministry/ Sat, 09 Jun 2012 16:19:40 GMT “Our family was living on the west coast of Florida in Cape Coral.  At that time, we believed that being a Christian meant you went to concerts. We heard about a MercyMe concert in South Florida and decided to go. While there, ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/jose-and-maras-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/jose-and-maras-story-video/ Sun, 27 May 2012 17:48:58 GMT Here's the story of a couple working as actors in Mexican Soap operas. Through the witness of a Christian cameraman, they came to faith in Christ. But that didn't cause them to live happily ever after. Far from it. Watch this video to see how ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/coping-with-the-d-word/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/coping-with-the-d-word/ Sat, 26 May 2012 16:16:22 GMT “I want out. I don’t want to be married to you anymore.” Betty felt like the rug had been pulled out from under her. She had been a believer for almost twenty years, but the sting of her husband’s words hurt unlike ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-recommended-reading-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-recommended-reading-video/ Fri, 25 May 2012 20:03:21 GMT Someone asked me what book, apart of the Bible, I recommend to read. Here's my answer. What book has helped you in your faith? Subscribe to Pastor Bob's daily podcast for Bible teaching that helps make life make ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/joels-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/joels-story-video/ Sun, 13 May 2012 16:37:27 GMT Twenty-two month old Joel Sonnenberg was burnt over eighty-eight percent of his body in an accident on his first family vacation. Doctors gave him a ten percent chance of survival. Joel lived through the accident, but his early childhood was ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/look-at-what-gods-doing/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/look-at-what-gods-doing/ Sat, 12 May 2012 16:12:06 GMT Your bank statement doesn’t show the names Craig, Susan, and Michael next to your contribution.  As you slip your check into the tithe box, a thank you note from Olivia doesn’t appear. But they are a few of the thousands of ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/i-was-stories-compilation-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/i-was-stories-compilation-video/ Mon, 07 May 2012 14:58:06 GMT Over the past decade some 18,000 people have made professions of faith on the Lord Jesus Christ at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale. Another 11,000 have rededicated their lives and renewed their faith in Him. In this video you'll see a small ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/so-you-wanna-do-ministry-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/so-you-wanna-do-ministry-video/ Fri, 04 May 2012 20:04:31 GMT Here's some advice to those of you going into full-time ministry... Subscribe to Pastor Bob's daily podcast for Bible teaching that helps make life make ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-on-focus-on-the-family-audio/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-on-focus-on-the-family-audio/ Wed, 02 May 2012 20:25:34 GMT Focus on the Family Daily Ending the Wait for Foster Care... Pastor Bob Coy appears as a guest on Focus on the Family to discuss how the leadership at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale answered the Lord's call to care for orphans and children in ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/may-national-foster-care-month/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/may-national-foster-care-month/ Sat, 28 Apr 2012 16:07:23 GMT As varied as the members of your family, so also are the ways God is using His Calvary Chapel family to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the thousands of children in foster care throughout South Florida.  HOPE FOR ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-grace-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-grace-video/ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 20:06:39 GMT Last year, Pastor Bob taught a series called "More Than a Word." In this series, Pastor Bob unpacked the biblical definition of words like Joy, Truth, Hope, Holy, and Honor, just to name a few. In the video that follows, Pastor Bob shares ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-give-up-the-call-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-give-up-the-call-video/ Wed, 18 Apr 2012 22:43:48 GMT I was recently asked if I've ever felt like quitting this whole pastor thing... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/saturdays-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/saturdays-story-video/ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 19:36:47 GMT Saturday Lowe was born in Liberia. He was kidnapped by rebels during a civil war in the mid-nineties. They put an AK47 in his hands and forced him into combat a child soldier. He was compelled to participate in horrific atrocities until he ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/six-ways-god-used-children-in-the-bible-to-change-the-world/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/six-ways-god-used-children-in-the-bible-to-change-the-world/ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 17:25:38 GMT Sometimes men are too big to be brave. That's a concept the Wess Stafford develops in a chapter of his book, Too Small To Ignore - Why Children Are the Next Big Thing. The chapter is called "When 'Follow the Leader' Isn't Child's Play". It is ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/wanna-sue-somebody-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/wanna-sue-somebody-video/ Thu, 12 Apr 2012 21:12:00 GMT Sure, there are many going through tough financial times. But dedicate a whole website to find out who you can sue for a quick ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pieces-of-a-puzzle/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pieces-of-a-puzzle/ Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:04:14 GMT My name is Brenda, and I was a child sponsored through Compassion. Growing up in El Salvador, there was just enough for the basics for my three sisters, my brother and me. When I was seven years old, my mother registered me with Compassion. All ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-to-do-the-miraculous-in-the-life-of-a-child-aletheas-compassion-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-to-do-the-miraculous-in-the-life-of-a-child-aletheas-compassion-story/ Mon, 09 Apr 2012 20:09:49 GMT For many years I’ve sponsored a boy in Thailand and a girl in Rwanda through Compassion International. When I heard on ReachFM that Compassion encouraged sponsors to visit their children, I signed up online and went to Rwanda. Meeting ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/michelles-compassion-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/michelles-compassion-story-video/ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:11:10 GMT Michelle is a Compassion International success story. Michelle grew up in Compassion's sponsorship program and is now working to get Compassion's message out. Michelle spoke at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale in Spring 2011. Calvary Chapel ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/press-release-easter-2012/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/press-release-easter-2012/ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 20:22:48 GMT Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                               &nb... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/cecilles-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/cecilles-story-video/ Mon, 02 Apr 2012 21:41:48 GMT Cecille knew she was unhappy and knew she wanted more for her and her children. But her boyfriend wasn't on board. He went to violent extremes to assert his point of view.She found herself in a shelter for battered women with her three children ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/israel-trip-safety-issues-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/israel-trip-safety-issues-video/ Thu, 29 Mar 2012 16:18:21 GMT How safe is Israel? Pastor Bob gives details about the June 2012 Israel Trip that you definitely want to know about. In this video, Pastor Bob discusses: Safety State Department Travel Advisories Peace in the Middle East Itinerary Youth ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/tragedy-redeemed/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/tragedy-redeemed/ Thu, 29 Mar 2012 16:00:27 GMT When a well-respected person in a community loses his life, it is not unusual for family, friends, and even strangers to gather at church to honor his or her life. At the beginning of the year, Calvary Chapel was honored to host the funeral ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/to-whom-much-is-given/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/to-whom-much-is-given/ Wed, 28 Mar 2012 16:47:28 GMT President Obama recently stated "to whom much is given much will be required" when referring to taxes. So, is anything required of our ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/no-shame-in-sharing/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/no-shame-in-sharing/ Thu, 22 Mar 2012 15:55:16 GMT Light from hundreds of lanterns dot the darkness. Gentle waves provide a perfect soundtrack. It’s the ideal setting as more than two hundred couples renew their marriage vows. But one couple in particular stands out. The love and joy ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/anissas-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/anissas-story-video/ Mon, 19 Mar 2012 19:48:29 GMT Anissa knew she had a lot of sinning to do. Like many of us, she was raised in a less than functional family and she knew what she wanted from life: to break away and do whatever she wanted. "I was creating a monster of myself," Anissa said, ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/anytime-anywhere-anyone/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/anytime-anywhere-anyone/ Wed, 14 Mar 2012 15:51:46 GMT Bob has never sat in a Bible study taught by Pastor Bob or even been to Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale. But if you want to know a point from last Wednesday’s Bible study, Bob can reel it off. He can do the same for last Sunday’s ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/update-march-mens-ministry-event/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/update-march-mens-ministry-event/ Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:45:47 GMT UPDATE Friday morning's Men's Ministry Event has been changed. Time and location are the same, but our scheduled guest speaker won't be with us; he has had a death in the family. Instead, Pastor Stephan will facilitate a "meet your pastor" ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-separation-of-church-and-state/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-separation-of-church-and-state/ Sun, 11 Mar 2012 14:26:49 GMT Bob Coy talks about the recent news of a New York City school closing its doors to a church that rented the space to host weekend services. For more from Pastor Bob, go to ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/march-mens-ministry-event-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/march-mens-ministry-event-video/ Fri, 09 Mar 2012 18:00:50 GMT Sign up for March Men's Ministry Event Feedback from the February Men's Ministry event has been positive. Pastor Stephan Tchividjian facilitated a conversation between Pastor Bob Coy and Sheriff Al Lamberti revolving around Law and Grace. ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/fifty-years-of-faithfulness/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/fifty-years-of-faithfulness/ Mon, 27 Feb 2012 15:38:09 GMT Lord, I cannot imagine all you did for me. I appreciate your love for me. I belong to you. Lord, all I ask is that you use me. With those words, Mendel’s journey of faith began. Mendel was twenty-three years old when he surrendered his ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-ungers-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-ungers-story-video/ Wed, 22 Feb 2012 20:06:58 GMT This military couple lived an unsettled life and thought God was distant; uninvolved. Marital conflict, temptation and infidelity in the marriage were incidents that caused Debbie to turn to God. Debbie prayed for her husband rather than ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/reaching-out-reaching-up/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/reaching-out-reaching-up/ Mon, 13 Feb 2012 15:32:25 GMT Reach FM covers the majority of the populated areas of Florida through a network of over forty community stations. Every day, God uses solid Bible teaching and great music to convey a message of hope, a word of encouragement, or just the right ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/its-a-free-gift-outreach-continues/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/its-a-free-gift-outreach-continues/ Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:46:04 GMT God used this year's Christmas Outreach at Calvary to stretch and change both seasoned Christians and new believers alike. Over two weekends in December, Pastor Bob trained the congregation to share their faith and then made sure everyone at ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pattys-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pattys-story/ Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:47:09 GMT Patty lived with an abusive man. She left him which meant leaving the job that was intertwined with the relationship. You never know the path the Lord will lead you down in order to draw you to Himself. You need to watch Patty's hope-filled ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/kathys-its-a-free-gift-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/kathys-its-a-free-gift-story/ Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:58:41 GMT I trusted and believed God would work Steve's life. Steve has been having some challenging health issues. http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/gods-waiting-room/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/gods-waiting-room/ Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:13:03 GMT "We bring church to the nursing home." -Paul Applegate. Applegate is a light-hearted guy working hard on his job, as a dad, and as the director of Calvary's Convalescent Ministry. Saturdays and Sundays any week of the year, Applegate and ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-know-your-bible/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-know-your-bible/ Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:09:13 GMT A recent NY Times obituary failed to credit a specific quote to God. Do you know your Bible? Are you talking about it with ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/jesus-in-the-huddle/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/jesus-in-the-huddle/ Sat, 21 Jan 2012 21:56:01 GMT As millions turn their attention to the "big" game, it's a reminder of how God writes His story in the locker rooms, in the stands, and on the field . . . with endings that will impact eternity. The motivation behind Calvary Christian Academy's ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/real-marriage-book/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/real-marriage-book/ Fri, 20 Jan 2012 21:19:23 GMT The Real Marriage Tour swings through Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale March 16 & 17, 2012. Pastor Mark Driscoll brings a strong biblical perspective to Christian marriage. Here's what Pastor Bob Coy had to say about Mark and Grace Driscol's ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/financial-peace-classes-start-this-weekend/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/financial-peace-classes-start-this-weekend/ Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:50:59 GMT Have you taken a “Stress Test" lately? How about a Financial Stress Test? Simply answer these questions: Are you employed? Are you on a budget and spending less than you earn? Are you regularly giving to God's work? Are you ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/oneconference/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/oneconference/ Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:32:20 GMT The ONEConference is an unprecedented three-day event designed to bring together and inspire South Florida Christians to reach Miami/Dade for Christ. Doors to the 8000 seat Bank United Center at the University of Miami will open at 6:00 pm ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pompano-beach-firefighter-william-j-elliott-jr/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pompano-beach-firefighter-william-j-elliott-jr/ Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:16:03 GMT The City of Pompano Beach, Florida, lost one of its most capable and competent firefighters Friday, January 6, 2012. Bill Elliott fell to his death from the top of a 90-foot-high ladder during a training exercise. The fifty-year-old firefighter ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/elephant-room/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/elephant-room/ Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:44:55 GMT Let's face it. Christians tip-toe around the things they disagree about. At least they do when face-to-face. Pastor James MacDonald provides a venue appropriately entitled Elephant Room where pastors sit down across a table from each other and ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/hannahs-story-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/hannahs-story-video/ Mon, 09 Jan 2012 20:40:00 GMT Hannah's most vivid memory is of the bullwhip. Her earliest memories are of the cult that held her family in a death-grip of abusive bondage. Hannah's nightmarish story get's worse before it get's better. Watch to see how it ends. Then share ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/free-gift-stories/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/free-gift-stories/ Sat, 07 Jan 2012 21:54:00 GMT I am an online CCFL viewer. I started praying for the givers and the receivers of these wonderful gifts and I ordered five Bibles from the CCFL Bookstore. The Bibles arrived today—Christmas Eve of all days! This afternoon, my husband's ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/connect-groups-growing-together-blessing-together/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/connect-groups-growing-together-blessing-together/ Sat, 07 Jan 2012 16:36:05 GMT Connect groups just finished up six weeks of meeting in homes throughout Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. Connect is a video based curriculum created here at Calvary featuring Pastor Bob Coy as host and teacher.It was the first time all ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/historic-interview-with-pastor-chuck-smith/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/historic-interview-with-pastor-chuck-smith/ Fri, 06 Jan 2012 22:17:32 GMT Pastor Chuck Smith's emphasis on Bible exposition not only changed a church, it changed a generation. "Chuck Smith is known globally as the Father of the Jesus Movement," said Pastor Greg Laurie as he introduced Pastor Chuck Thursday night at ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-end-of-2011/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-end-of-2011/ Fri, 30 Dec 2011 15:28:06 GMT It's the end of 2011 already?! With time going by so fast, are you spending more time planning than living in the ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/basic-training/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/basic-training/ Wed, 28 Dec 2011 21:47:20 GMT "I surrendered my life to Christ the first time I attended a Christianity 101 class." Frank and Tari moved to Lighthouse Point after eight years of tramping around the Middle East on a 57' catamaran. A playground conversation with a nanny ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pattys-its-a-free-gift-god-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pattys-its-a-free-gift-god-story/ Wed, 28 Dec 2011 21:26:44 GMT This story should encourage you as you look forward to giving your Bible in a red box away. We'd love to hear and spread your story to encourage others to share their faith. Email your "It's a Free Gift" outreach story here: » ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/marlos-its-a-free-gift-god-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/marlos-its-a-free-gift-god-story/ Sun, 25 Dec 2011 00:16:16 GMT This story should encourage you as you look forward to giving your Bible in a red box away. We'd love to hear and spread your story to encourage others to share their faith. Email your "It's a Free Gift" outreach story here: » ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/thanksgiving-outreach-2011-calvary-chapel-florida-keys/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/thanksgiving-outreach-2011-calvary-chapel-florida-keys/ Wed, 21 Dec 2011 22:29:51 GMT First I want to say Calvary Chapel Keys has been such a blessing! I've attended Calvary since the first Gateway location. When I was twenty-one years old, I met a girl and I loved going to church with her and her parents. Then her parents ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/katies-its-a-free-gift-god-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/katies-its-a-free-gift-god-story/ Wed, 21 Dec 2011 18:55:22 GMT This story should encourage you as you look forward to giving your Bible in a red box away. We'd love to hear and spread your story to encourage others to share their faith. Email your "It's a Free Gift" outreach story here: » ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/shawns-its-a-free-gift-god-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/shawns-its-a-free-gift-god-story/ Wed, 21 Dec 2011 18:54:55 GMT This story should encourage you as you look forward to giving your Bible in a red box away. We'd love to hear and spread your story to encourage others to share their faith. Email your "It's a Free Gift" outreach story here: » ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/shirleys-its-a-free-gift-god-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/shirleys-its-a-free-gift-god-story/ Wed, 21 Dec 2011 18:54:34 GMT This story should encourage you as you look forward to giving your Bible in a red box away. We'd love to hear and spread your story to encourage others to share their faith. Email your "It's a Free Gift" outreach story here: » ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-d-word/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-d-word/ Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:06:41 GMT What can you do about the stress on your marriage? Is there something proactive that you can do to bring harmony and vigor to the most important relationships in your life? In this video, Pastor Reuben and Pastor Steve of Calvary’s ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/heres-where-the-rubber-meets-the-road/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/heres-where-the-rubber-meets-the-road/ Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:41:35 GMT Here's a God story about one young woman that gave her "It's a Free Gift" Bible to a friend. This story should encourage you as you look forward to giving your Bible in a red box away. We'd love to hear and spread your story to encourage others ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/too-late-to-forgive/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/too-late-to-forgive/ Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:22:29 GMT An elderly man pays back a store he stole from more than 60 years ago. Is it ever too late to seek forgiveness? http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-to-bring-god-glory-in-courtship-video-testimony/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-to-bring-god-glory-in-courtship-video-testimony/ Mon, 12 Dec 2011 19:17:31 GMT When Veronica moved to the US from Brazil, she had no idea how God was going to break into her world and change her life. Neither did her boyfriend, Luciano. Watch this video to see how God brings lives back on ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/its-a-free-gift-kicked-off/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/its-a-free-gift-kicked-off/ Mon, 12 Dec 2011 18:52:47 GMT Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale kicked off the "It's a Free Gift" Christmas outreach on Saturday, December 10, 2011, at the first weekend service. Every person that went to church this weekend received a box with a free Bible, a Christmas CD and ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/jims-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/jims-story/ Sat, 10 Dec 2011 21:44:51 GMT We didn't grow up in a particularly religious household, so you can imagine the reaction my wife and I got when we told our family we'd become Christians. I didn't think anyone could argue with the change they saw in our lives, but for some ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/go---this-weekends-evangelism-video/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/go---this-weekends-evangelism-video/ Sun, 04 Dec 2011 15:30:55 GMT Are you ready to GO? Jesus commanded us to go into the world and make disciples. For some of us, this can be a daunting task as we face fears of rejection and embarrassment. It does not have to be that way, though. Jesus promised to be with us. ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/christmas-box-assembly-volunteers-needed-video-message/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/christmas-box-assembly-volunteers-needed-video-message/ Wed, 30 Nov 2011 17:49:09 GMT   Please select one or more opportunities to help assemble the Christmas Outreach gift boxes on either Wednesday 12/7 or Thursday 12/8.               ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/a-life-turned-around-video-testimony/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/a-life-turned-around-video-testimony/ Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:50:22 GMT Rule keeping and rule breaking have this in common: they both misunderstand God and His purposes. Here's the story of how these lead to disillusionment in the life of one young man raised in a Christian home. Watch this video to see how God ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/one-last-invitation/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/one-last-invitation/ Sat, 26 Nov 2011 21:42:35 GMT Gary was my neighbor for eleven years. Every year, I invited him to Christmas services at Calvary. Every year, Gary refused. In the eleventh year, Gary not only lost his wife to cancer but also was diagnosed with cancer himself. Even as I ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-to-be-blessed/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-to-be-blessed/ Mon, 21 Nov 2011 21:04:35 GMT "Then the seventy returned with joy..." [Luke 10:17a NKJV] "My children and I delivered a Thanksgiving meal to this family and this beautiful woman rededicated her life to Jesus!" Lisette wrote when she posted a picture to Calvary Chapel Fort ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-jesus-changes-the-story-video-testimony/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-jesus-changes-the-story-video-testimony/ Thu, 17 Nov 2011 17:34:47 GMT Christianity is a different kind of religion. It's unique because who's a Christian isn't defined by what you know. It's defined by Whose you are. It's not what you know; it's Who you know.It's true that we process information about God's Son, ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/feed-my-community/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/feed-my-community/ Sat, 12 Nov 2011 21:32:47 GMT "How do I use my twenty-one points of contact to feed my community?" Stephen wondered as he served up another meal at Calvary Chapel's homeless ministry, the Refuge. When Stephen started attending Calvary, Pastor Bob encouraged him to get ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/enlisted-to-redeem/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/enlisted-to-redeem/ Fri, 11 Nov 2011 19:08:01 GMT Isolation, abuse, and a broken identity collide into lives creating the perfect storm. The enemy teams up with our own sinfulness to conspire against to keep us away from wholeness and the realization that we are created in the image of ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/one-church-several-locations-plus-one-more-boynton-beach/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/one-church-several-locations-plus-one-more-boynton-beach/ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 17:09:07 GMT Boynton Beach is the next city that will have a Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale regional campus. For the past year, leaders at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale and Calvary Chapel Boynton Beach have been in conversation about CC Boynton, a Calvary ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-regional-campus-in-hollywood/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-regional-campus-in-hollywood/ Wed, 02 Nov 2011 13:14:46 GMT "Watching people get saved, get discipled and become integral parts of our team has been the highlight of our ministry in Hollywood," said Pastor Greg Howard. The process of biblical, spiritual growth excites Greg and Ashleigh Howard. "This is ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/unto-the-lord/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/unto-the-lord/ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 21:28:55 GMT Cleaning the restrooms is not a volunteer activity most people jump to participate in. However, Kenny knows it's an important job. "When I go somewhere and the bathrooms are messy, I don't go back," he explains. And for Kenny, this is just one ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/2011-india-trip-recap/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/2011-india-trip-recap/ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 20:31:59 GMT It was a particularly difficult day that brought the man from India to the offices of Calvary Chapel Boise in Boise, Idaho. The man's name was Guna. He was a pastor who, out of necessity, left his native India, his family and his ministry to ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/real-marriage-tour-with-mark-driscoll/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/real-marriage-tour-with-mark-driscoll/ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 21:32:07 GMT Nationally acclaimed pastor and speaker Mark Driscoll of Mars Hill Church in Seattle, Washington, will be here in Fort Lauderdale as part of the Real Marriage Tour. Pastor Mark will teach about life's greatest gift and most important ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/grace-it-really-is-amazing/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/grace-it-really-is-amazing/ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 04:30:53 GMT The concept of grace is so hard to fully understand, but it can change your life when you do... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/stream-reachfm-radio-on-the-calvary-app/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/stream-reachfm-radio-on-the-calvary-app/ Fri, 14 Oct 2011 19:09:28 GMT We asked you in a recent survey how the Calvary app for the iPhone and the Android Market Place are working for you. Many of you said you'd like to listen to ReachFM Radio live on your smart phone. And we responded. Now you can. Download the ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/dancing-with-joy/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/dancing-with-joy/ Tue, 11 Oct 2011 21:29:43 GMT As Meg sails across the stage of the Theatre, arms outstretched and face aglow with joy, you catch a glimpse of eternity. "There is something about the beauty of dance that awakens an ache for a home we've not yet seen," explains Meg. This is ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/calvary-chapel-florida-keys/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/calvary-chapel-florida-keys/ Mon, 10 Oct 2011 14:22:28 GMT "If it's a nice day and the fish are biting, people will hang a 'closed' sign in the window and go fishing," said Pastor Jeff Denis, regional campus pastor of Calvary Chapel Florida Keys. Jeff and Kathleen Denis started the Florida Keys campus ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/baptism-rescheduled/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/baptism-rescheduled/ Sat, 08 Oct 2011 19:39:47 GMT Due to inclement weather including rain and warnings of rip-currents, this morning's baptism will be rescheduled to a drier day. A new date is in the works. We will post information about the new date as soon as it's decided. Have a great ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/peru-2011-stages-of-culture-shock-in-cross-cultural-ministry/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/peru-2011-stages-of-culture-shock-in-cross-cultural-ministry/ Mon, 03 Oct 2011 19:20:13 GMT Pastor Billy Venezia recently returned from Peru with a short-term mission team from the city of Pulcalpa, Peru. Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale participates in ministry in Pulcalpa with missionary Julio Chiang of South America Mission. Chiang ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/sandalfoot-regional-campus-update/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/sandalfoot-regional-campus-update/ Tue, 27 Sep 2011 16:49:49 GMT Residents in the West Boca neighborhood of Sandalfoot are not too sure how to receive Pastor Joe and Madie Ferraro and the team from the Calvary Chapel Sandalfoot Regional Campus as they go door-to-door looking for opportunities to ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/helping-others/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/helping-others/ Mon, 19 Sep 2011 04:24:36 GMT Some thoughts on what God has been showing me lately... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-gospel-in-a-wood-bowl/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-gospel-in-a-wood-bowl/ Sat, 17 Sep 2011 21:24:08 GMT I grew up in a Christian family in California as the oldest son of an American father and Austrian mother. When I was eighteen, my family moved to Austria to minister, but it took me two years before I finally obeyed God and joined them. When I ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/2011-uganda-trip-recap/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/2011-uganda-trip-recap/ Fri, 16 Sep 2011 19:29:14 GMT Claudia Arango has seven kids living in her house. Three are adopted and the other four are there because of the food, shelter, and the love of Christ. "She's the queen bee," said Pastor Doug Sauder upon his return from serving in Jinja, ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-rise-fall-and-rise-again-of-michael-vick/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-rise-fall-and-rise-again-of-michael-vick/ Wed, 14 Sep 2011 21:15:41 GMT After being convicted, losing his NFL contract and serving time for his involvement in dog-fighting, Michael Vick signed a 6-year, $100 million contract with the Philly Eagles. Talk about second ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/more-than-a-family/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/more-than-a-family/ Sat, 03 Sep 2011 20:39:40 GMT As I was rushing to pick up my son Alex from high school, my mind was racing over the event I was catering the next day and my brother’s arrival from Jamaica that night. It took a couple of seconds before it even registered that Alex was ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/hurricane-irene-bahamas-aftermath/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/hurricane-irene-bahamas-aftermath/ Mon, 29 Aug 2011 19:38:33 GMT Disaster mobilizes the Body of Christ. This is when the Church reflects the heart of Jesus into a catastrophic situation that needs an immediate and compassionate response by becoming His hands and feet. Hurricane Irene pummelled the Bahamas ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/theres-an-app-for-that---/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/theres-an-app-for-that---/ Sat, 20 Aug 2011 20:38:46 GMT Joe was looking forward to a Wednesday night Bible study. Turns out that was what God was thinking too. “I scheduled my business trip to be back by mid-afternoon so I could get to church. My flight to Fort Lauderdale was overbooked and I ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/calvaryftl-app-for-the-android-is-here/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/calvaryftl-app-for-the-android-is-here/ Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:17:34 GMT We're excited to announce the launch of the CalvaryFTL App for the Android Market! Download it to access up-to-date ministry and event information and to watch or listen to the most recent sanctuary Bible studies. Here are just some of the key ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-we-interact-online/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-we-interact-online/ Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:07:45 GMT Picture yourself in an environment where you’re sharing a cup of coffee and conversation with a new friend. CalvaryFTL online social settings are designed to provide that kind of environment; a place to encourage, teach, build-up, and ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-rapture/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-rapture/ Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:48:03 GMT A blog subscriber recently asked me if I think the Rapture of the church is true. Here's my answer. If you ever have questions for me please email us at blog@activeword.org and it just might end up in a blog. ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/here-is-the-church--/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/here-is-the-church--/ Sat, 06 Aug 2011 20:40:23 GMT . . . here is the steeple, open the doors, and meet all the people. There have been a number of “firsts” at Calvary Chapel Sandalfoot in recent weeks: first Sunday service, first outreach, first baptism. Set in the midst of a West ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/regarding-what-was-tropical-storm-emily/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/regarding-what-was-tropical-storm-emily/ Fri, 05 Aug 2011 12:15:26 GMT There are reasons you live in Florida: warm tropical oceans, moisture in the air, and balmy sea winds to name a few. The reality, however, is that this time of year, all those attributes have the potential to combine and result in intense ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/ambition-vs-contentment/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/ambition-vs-contentment/ Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:45:45 GMT Is it possible to be ambitious for the future while being content in the present? http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/two-christian-schools-one-mission/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/two-christian-schools-one-mission/ Mon, 01 Aug 2011 17:00:42 GMT On Thursday, July 21, 2011 Calvary Christian Academy (CCA), a ministry of Chapel Fort Lauderdale (CCFL) merged with Fort Lauderdale Christian School (FLCS)—two Christian schools with the same mission: making disciples of Jesus Christ in Broward County. http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/randy-stonehills-classic-christian-rock/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/randy-stonehills-classic-christian-rock/ Fri, 29 Jul 2011 20:43:58 GMT Nothing says "Good News" like the upbeat, gospel infused music of Classic Christian rocker Randy Stonehill. Stonehill, a recent inductee into the Christian Music Hall of Fame, sang and spoke at Calvary's midweek service this week. Stonehill ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/raise-the-ceiling/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/raise-the-ceiling/ Sun, 24 Jul 2011 20:47:05 GMT The US is borrowing a lot money, and it seems we still need more. What's up with that?? http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/some-class-rules/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/some-class-rules/ Sat, 23 Jul 2011 18:25:48 GMT Some Class Rules:Let My Children GoMoses with a MegaphoneVolunteering is the KeyLaying a Spiritual Foundation   Pass by Room 5B on Wednesday night and you might catch a glimpse of Moses leading the Israelites out of Egypt…with a ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bobs-recommended-resources/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bobs-recommended-resources/ Wed, 20 Jul 2011 15:51:38 GMT In his recent message, "What Did You Read Today?", Pastor Bob shared with us how to study the bible in an inductive way - using observation, then Interpretation, and finally, application to let God's Word shape and direct our lives. Below ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-short-term-missionaries-impact-human-trafficking/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-short-term-missionaries-impact-human-trafficking/ Wed, 13 Jul 2011 19:29:46 GMT "When I got back, I knew one thing and one thing only: God didn't want me to settle back into my life. God called us to be extraordinary in an ordinary life." ---Juan Guevara Juan Guevara recently returned from Cartagena, Colombia, along ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/a-race-to-the-finish/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/a-race-to-the-finish/ Sat, 09 Jul 2011 18:41:25 GMT Vans from churches and community groups throughout Broward County pull up to the Calvary Chapel athletic fields. “How are you doing?” “Good morning.” “Let’s get you signed in and then some breakfast.” ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/three-practical-ways-for-you-to-impact-and-change-haiti/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/three-practical-ways-for-you-to-impact-and-change-haiti/ Mon, 27 Jun 2011 16:01:17 GMT Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale and the Calvary Chapel Haiti Initiative (CCHI) are working together to change conditions in Haiti. Here’s what you can do: Come to Haiti Give to the Calvary Chapel Haiti Initiative Pray for changed ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/discovering-americas-heritage/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/discovering-americas-heritage/ Sat, 25 Jun 2011 20:42:47 GMT Growing up, I would have said I was agnostic. I thought if I ended up doing more good than bad, I would be okay. God was possibly out there somewhere, but church was reserved for Christmas and Easter. When I was in middle school, we took a ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-the-un-reached-were-reached-on-a-short-term-trip-to-thailand/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-the-un-reached-were-reached-on-a-short-term-trip-to-thailand/ Fri, 24 Jun 2011 19:22:52 GMT "We visited a school and asked, 'How many here have heard about Jesus?' and not one hand went up. But if we asked how many had heard of Lady Gaga, every hand would go in the air." ---Pastor Jym Kay Eleven people from Calvary went to ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/leading-by-example/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/leading-by-example/ Sat, 11 Jun 2011 20:57:01 GMT “I didn’t grow up with my father as part of my daily life. When I did see him, my definition of a father was a man who gave orders. I thought you proved you were a man by your ability to force others to obey you. Even after I became ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-traditional-v-contemporary/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-traditional-v-contemporary/ Wed, 08 Jun 2011 21:09:18 GMT Is new better just because it's new? Is old no good just because it's old? Eh, I don't think ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/whats-a-warning-worth/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/whats-a-warning-worth/ Tue, 07 Jun 2011 21:10:00 GMT When God communicates with us, He has one purpose in mind: our good. If He sends a warning our way, the typical human response is that God is keeping something from us. We feel short-changed. As Pastor Bob takes us through a chapter-by ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-death-of-osama-bin-laden/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-death-of-osama-bin-laden/ Sat, 28 May 2011 21:10:43 GMT A subscriber recently asked me what I think about the death of Osama bin Laden... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/transcending-words/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/transcending-words/ Sat, 28 May 2011 21:01:02 GMT Music has a way of transcending words, and Chance, a worship leader, knows that all too well. Chance made a commitment to Christ one summer while at middle school camp, and the Christian music really influenced him. When he returned to school in ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-may-21-2011/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-may-21-2011/ Wed, 18 May 2011 16:15:40 GMT There's a lot of talk about the world coming to an end this Saturday.... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/one-another/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/one-another/ Sat, 14 May 2011 18:07:06 GMT Each week, thousands of people gather in one of Calvary’s many community groups throughout the tri-county area. Pastor Greg Anderson answers some of your questions about their small group experience. How do community groups fulfill the ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/connecting-to-community/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/connecting-to-community/ Wed, 11 May 2011 21:20:11 GMT The purpose of Community Groups at Calvary Chapel is to build Christ-centered relationships by connecting people into life-changing community. We want people to experience, as followers of Christ, Christ-centered relationships. Maybe this is ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-facebook-friends/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-facebook-friends/ Mon, 09 May 2011 20:27:53 GMT If we're friends on Facebook does that mean we're really friends? http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/sports-ministry-in-north-africa/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/sports-ministry-in-north-africa/ Mon, 09 May 2011 18:42:51 GMT Many places in the world are closed to Christians sharing the gospel. Fulfilling Jesus’ Great Commission takes not only faith, but also courage, preparation and creativity. In closed countries, Christians are welcomed when they offer ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/calvaryftl-iphone-app-is-here/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/calvaryftl-iphone-app-is-here/ Wed, 04 May 2011 13:33:10 GMT We're excited to announce the release of our very own iPhone App! It's designed for the primary functions of delivering media and delivering up-to-date information relating to Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale and our various mi... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/easter-2011-recap/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/easter-2011-recap/ Tue, 03 May 2011 13:34:47 GMT Some 30,000 people came out to twelve Easter Services held by Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale at seven different locations on Sunday, April 24, 2011. Across of the South Florida venues, hundreds of people responded to life changing ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/serving-god----serving-you/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/serving-god----serving-you/ Sat, 30 Apr 2011 21:01:22 GMT “It’s my stepfather’s birthday, and I need to get the perfect card.” “I want to buy a CD with a song I heard on ReachFM. Can you help me find it?” “My wife wants a devotional for Mother’s Day. ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/zopical/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/zopical/ Wed, 27 Apr 2011 15:11:33 GMT Picture this: It's Saturday night after service, the theater is packed, and you're a part of a live audience as Pastor Bob hosts an interactive webcast reaching out to the world. This is your chance to be a part of the dialogue, as people ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-religion-going-extinct/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-religion-going-extinct/ Fri, 22 Apr 2011 17:51:06 GMT A new study finds religion is slowly fading away in some countries... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/matt-lowe-a-fallen-flying-eagle-remembered/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/matt-lowe-a-fallen-flying-eagle-remembered/ Tue, 19 Apr 2011 20:58:58 GMT Lt. Matt Lowe Memorial Service When you’re a member of a band of brothers named Mighty Shrikes or Rough Raiders or Flying Eagles, your life tells a different story. Lieutenant Matthew “11” Lowe’s life tells the story ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/a-message-for-all-ages/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/a-message-for-all-ages/ Sat, 16 Apr 2011 21:02:39 GMT Do you want to get right with God? Even as Pastor Bob’s invitation thundered out over the stadium, Dylan turned to his family and said, “I want to go up.” “Are you sure?” someone asked, “There are a lot of ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/love-out-louder-recap/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/love-out-louder-recap/ Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:37:18 GMT South Florida communities and beyond found out that Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale Loves Out LOUDER. On April 2, close to 2,000 people came out to impact their communities by relieving and loving those under the burdens of bondage, sorrow, ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/live-out-the-truth/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/live-out-the-truth/ Fri, 08 Apr 2011 21:36:20 GMT Is truth to be interpreted and analyzed or lived it out?   For more blog posts from Pastor Bob, visit the full archive at blog.activewo... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/short-term-mission-trips-an-agent-of-change/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/short-term-mission-trips-an-agent-of-change/ Thu, 07 Apr 2011 17:24:49 GMT Missions is not only for professional Christians. God's mission is for all of God's people. Every person in the body of Christ is called to be a front line agent of the Holy Spirit. The vast majority of Christendom is not in full-time, ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-connection-between-human-trafficking-and-compassion/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-connection-between-human-trafficking-and-compassion/ Tue, 05 Apr 2011 14:29:09 GMT Beauty for Ashes is back by popular demand. The Calvary Chapel Outreach Ministry presents Beauty for Ashes on April 15 and 16 in the Calvary Chapel Theatre. The production played to a sold-out crowd a few months ago and created a buzz that got ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/when-someday-comes/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/when-someday-comes/ Sat, 02 Apr 2011 21:03:38 GMT “Missions trips are great. I’ll go on one . . . someday.” When someone jokingly announced to a group of friends that Emily was thinking about the Peru mission trip, Emily just laughed. “I was going through a rough time ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/teaching-series-so-what-are-you-afraid-of/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/teaching-series-so-what-are-you-afraid-of/ Sat, 02 Apr 2011 00:58:44 GMT So, what are you afraid of? Failure? Rejection? Fear? Success? Pastor Bob recently concluded a four part series tackling the topics that cause the most anxiety in people’s lives.   We’re afraid of things we don't really have ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/love-out-louder-day/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/love-out-louder-day/ Tue, 22 Mar 2011 17:01:24 GMT "...let us not love in word or in tongue, but in deed and in truth. Love out LOUDer Day is the day that Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale looks to reach out to communities around Broward County with the acts of love and service. Each ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/from-the-gym-to-japan/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/from-the-gym-to-japan/ Sat, 19 Mar 2011 21:04:22 GMT Taking accurate notes during Pastor Bob’s sermon is beneficial when you want to look back on the sermon, do further study on your own, or share them later with a co-worker or family member. But to deepen the faith of someone in Japan? How ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pray-for-japan/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pray-for-japan/ Thu, 17 Mar 2011 01:18:20 GMT The Need On Friday, March 11, just before 3:00pm, a massive earthquake occurred within the Pacific Ocean region near Japan. Over the past week, the world’s attention has been focused on this story unfolding within the nation of Japan ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/night-of-worship/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/night-of-worship/ Wed, 16 Mar 2011 15:22:44 GMT "I'm so inspired and humbled whenever I see folks who have faced such great trials worshipping with their whole being," wrote Pastor Clay Hecocks on his blog recently reflecting on the Night of Worship experience. Night of Worship provides ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-vague-is-not-vogue/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-vague-is-not-vogue/ Thu, 10 Mar 2011 22:14:59 GMT It's always good to know what doctrine someone believes right off the bat, but there are some who are not upfront--and eventually shock you when they finally do ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/benevolence-in-bolivia/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/benevolence-in-bolivia/ Thu, 10 Mar 2011 19:47:16 GMT What would you change with God's help? Gary and Grace Streich know. Gary has been a faithful volunteer in Calvary’s Benevolence Ministry for several years. Grace's heart broke when she read online newspaper reports from her hometown of La ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/will-work-for-food/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/will-work-for-food/ Sat, 05 Mar 2011 21:05:41 GMT “Business lunch.” Does this phrase summon up visions of beautifully appointed surroundings, a variety of gourmet food, and service by a knowledgeable wait staff? How about the phrase, “Let’s eat at church”? Does ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/welcome-to-the-new-site/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/welcome-to-the-new-site/ Sun, 27 Feb 2011 19:41:50 GMT We are very excited to launch the new calvary website today! For many months now we have been listening to your feedback, and making changes behind the scenes to enhance your experience on the web.  We've reorganized things a bit in an ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/keep-changing-your-world/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/keep-changing-your-world/ Sat, 19 Feb 2011 21:06:36 GMT  James listens at 98.1 in Estero. His world was changed when he bought a used car with several great features—one of them being that all radio presets were tuned to ReachFM frequencies throughout Southwest Florida. Growing up in the ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/a-matter-of-taste/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/a-matter-of-taste/ Sat, 05 Feb 2011 18:41:38 GMT Janet took one of the more than five thousand Taste DVDs recently distributed by Calvary Chapel. Although the setting was unusual, the response was not. Here is her story. From the first service when Pastor Bob mentioned the Taste outreach, I ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-on-bible-apps/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-on-bible-apps/ Sat, 05 Feb 2011 16:27:34 GMT Can and should Bible Apps replace the old pages of a traditional Bible? http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/have-you-heard-about-support-groups/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/have-you-heard-about-support-groups/ Tue, 01 Feb 2011 18:49:49 GMT Connecting to other Christians will help connect you to God. We have groups for every stage of life so that you can relate with others who are in similar situations. Find a group and begin a conversation with people who will support you, pray for you, and guide you from a biblical perspective. http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-on-atheism/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-on-atheism/ Wed, 26 Jan 2011 14:02:44 GMT Atheists say they don’t believe there is a God because there’s no proof He exists. I say the proof is around us and within us. http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/love-without-borders/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/love-without-borders/ Sat, 22 Jan 2011 21:07:59 GMT Immigration. Documentation, headlines, and even sermons are being devoted to the subject. Behind the controversy, God is weaving His own story. Here’s one example of the power of a love that knows no borders. A highly educated, ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/financial-peace/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/financial-peace/ Sat, 08 Jan 2011 21:11:11 GMT “In 2003 we were debt-free except for our mortgage. We were also expecting our second child so we agreed it was important for Lisa to be home. The things of life just started crowding in. First it was an emergency car repair, which was ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-on-john-lennon/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-on-john-lennon/ Tue, 04 Jan 2011 14:33:29 GMT John Lennon was a great musician and made great music. But should we accept his "theolo... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-what-i-learned-in-2010/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-what-i-learned-in-2010/ Wed, 29 Dec 2010 18:54:38 GMT Here's one major lesson I learned in 201... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/a-definition-of-worship/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/a-definition-of-worship/ Sat, 25 Dec 2010 21:11:57 GMT With Calvary Chapel’s emphasis on incorporating worship into every aspect of a believer’s life, Worship Pastor Clay Hecocks answers some of your questions about worship. How do you define worship?Individually and corporately, ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-why-christmas/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-why-christmas/ Tue, 21 Dec 2010 19:01:42 GMT If you didn't know, Jesus Christ was not born on December 25th. So, why celebrate His birth on this day? By the way, if you would like to read the Christmas story, you can find it in the Gospel of Luke, Chapter 2. Merry Chris... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/lessons-from-the-parking-lot/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/lessons-from-the-parking-lot/ Sat, 11 Dec 2010 21:12:45 GMT You can see exactly where you need to be—the perfect space located on the way to your ultimate destination. All you need is to close the distance between here and there, but you’re waved away, and someone else slips into ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-complete-allegiance/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-complete-allegiance/ Fri, 03 Dec 2010 19:04:32 GMT An elementary school in New York has decided to lead its students through only the first six words of the nation's pledge of allegiance. Should this mean anything to ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/sharing-the-gospel/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/sharing-the-gospel/ Sat, 27 Nov 2010 21:14:07 GMT Bryon is a deeply thoughtful man, but having all his questions answered wasn’t what brought him to Jesus. He’s widely read, but it wasn’t fulfilled prophecies or scientific evidence that persuaded him to believe. It was, as he ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-hope-in-man-or-god/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-hope-in-man-or-god/ Wed, 17 Nov 2010 19:07:04 GMT The elections are over... and based on what side you're on you're either rejoicing or mourning. But where should our hope be... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-spirit-of-giving/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/the-spirit-of-giving/ Sat, 13 Nov 2010 21:17:52 GMT Matt grew up understanding the value of food. He explains, "I think feeding someone is one of the most basic ways of making them feel good." This eventually led him to earn a degree from the Art Institute in Culinary Arts. Over the next ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-americas-religious-iq/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-americas-religious-iq/ Fri, 05 Nov 2010 19:11:26 GMT A recent CBS news story reported America's Religious IQ is not high at all... and atheists and agnostics scored higher than Christians... oh bo... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-one-changes-everything/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-one-changes-everything/ Sat, 30 Oct 2010 19:52:47 GMT There’s a moment when a headline or a news story moves from being “Someone needs to do something about that!” to “What am I supposed to do about that?” For Irene, it was reading about the children in South ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/held-back-no-more/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/held-back-no-more/ Sat, 16 Oct 2010 13:25:26 GMT Attending church as a couple had always been a special part of the week for Richelle and Erick. When their first son Lucas was born, they assumed church would be something they would do together as their family grew. But when he was just a ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-power-in-voting/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-power-in-voting/ Fri, 08 Oct 2010 19:18:32 GMT Elections are around the corner. Do you know how you're voting... are you planning on votin... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/one-way-to-salvation/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/one-way-to-salvation/ Sat, 02 Oct 2010 18:58:53 GMT "Before I was saved, I was a professional sinner..." says Rick, who excitedly tells everyone how he can't believe God let him, of all people, in His club. Jewish by blood and raised in the Catholic faith, Rick admits, "I turned my back on ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-low-will-you-go/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/how-low-will-you-go/ Sat, 18 Sep 2010 21:44:12 GMT Everyone has a breaking point. Some break easy, while others go down with a fight—taking years before they hit their rock bottom. For Jason it took 26 years. After his parents divorced, at the age of ten, Jason started using drugs and ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/adopted-into-gods-family/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/adopted-into-gods-family/ Sat, 04 Sep 2010 21:45:29 GMT It was during her first missions trip... to Chihuahua, Mexico, among the unreached children of the Tarahumara Indians, that God whispered to Anissa Cascio: "This is what all the training has been for—tell them your story. Tell them ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-standing-apart/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-standing-apart/ Fri, 03 Sep 2010 19:21:32 GMT A lot of Christians use the phrase "in it but not of it" to describe their relationship to the world. What does it mean to live a Christian life without being negatively affected by temptations in the wo... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/designed-with-a-purpose/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/designed-with-a-purpose/ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 13:26:02 GMT Has your personality ever held you back from getting involved? It has for Michele Karlson, who says she's always been a "quiet, shy person," one who's more comfortable keeping a low profile and living life on the sidelines. Michele has been ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-hearing-or-listening-sand-or-rock/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-hearing-or-listening-sand-or-rock/ Tue, 10 Aug 2010 19:25:08 GMT Two Christians: One decides to do armed robbery and the other tries to talk him out of it while being held up at gunpoint. What's the difference between the two? » Click here to see the video of the armed robbery. ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/something-old-something-new/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/something-old-something-new/ Sat, 07 Aug 2010 17:28:48 GMT Becky and Eddie fell in love at the University of South Carolina. They married, moved to South Florida, and started their family. Growing up, Eddie's family wasn't into church. Becky was raised in church, but as a young couple, Becky and Ed ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/a-surf-camp-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/a-surf-camp-story/ Thu, 15 Jul 2010 21:46:13 GMT Calvary Chapel Boca Raton's Youth Minister, Andrew Lundy, received a call last June to teach the Bible lessons at Island Water Sports' Surf Camp in Cocoa Beach. And so, he did. "Teaching un-churched kids is my heart," said Andrew, who looked ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/hannahs-story/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/hannahs-story/ Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:43:36 GMT Hannah Whittier. A beautiful face hiding behind a frame not even the camera can see. The secret behind those green eyes? A life that plays like a film—the youngest of five siblings with a tumultuous childhood, later replaced by a noisy ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-truthful-faith/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-truthful-faith/ Thu, 01 Jul 2010 19:27:42 GMT There are many reasons why people turn to a faith in Jesus Christ. Are all those decisions really sincere and produce a changed l... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/finding-new-life-in-unexpected-places/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/finding-new-life-in-unexpected-places/ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 21:44:50 GMT "I love Jesus! I love talking to Him and about Him to anyone who’ll listen" said Geruza Kowalski, a woman from Brazil who found a new life and a new home when she least expected it. During the economic meltdown in 2008, a Wall ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-oil-slick-mess/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-oil-slick-mess/ Mon, 14 Jun 2010 19:30:52 GMT So much oil and no end in sight. What can we ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/when-the-last-call-comes/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/when-the-last-call-comes/ Sat, 12 Jun 2010 17:49:42 GMT Everything is a bit different in the Florida Keys.  Life is slower, people find God’s presence and love in unusual settings, and even the “last call” to salvation comes in the oddest of places… Pastor Jeff ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-memorial-day/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-memorial-day/ Sun, 30 May 2010 19:44:13 GMT What's the meaning of Memorial Day and how do we celebrate ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/it%26rsquo%3Bs-all-about-community/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/it%26rsquo%3Bs-all-about-community/ Sat, 29 May 2010 19:00:52 GMT   Through my experience at Calvary, I've learned that it's all about Community. It's about being there for others and others being there for you.---Andi Khaleel Andi learned this lesson well in 1995, a year marked with tragedy and ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-how-long-to-date/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-how-long-to-date/ Thu, 27 May 2010 19:50:28 GMT How long should the dating phase be before deciding to get married? Is there an ideal timetable for dating and marri... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/a-story-on-believing/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/a-story-on-believing/ Sat, 15 May 2010 21:47:06 GMT It's a typical Sunday morning at Calvary Chapel. Pastor Bob is about to invite non-believers to begin a relationship with Jesus. But none of this is happening in Fort Lauderdale, or at any of our other regional campuses for that matter. It's ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-8/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-8/ Mon, 10 May 2010 18:09:11 GMT Day 8 included the Southern Steps, the Christian Quarter, Via Dolorosa, St. Anne’s Church & Pool of Bethesda Teaching at the Southern Steps Morning teaching on the steps. Worship Teaching on the Steps with ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-7/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-7/ Sun, 09 May 2010 18:37:30 GMT Day 7 included Masada (where Herod had a personal palace), En Gedi (think David & Saul-1 Sam. 23:29), Dead Sea and Golgotha. Herod’s personal palace on Masada Herod’s palace on Masada Teaching at En Gedi ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-6/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-6/ Sat, 08 May 2010 19:27:05 GMT Day 6 included the Mount of Olives, Dominus Flevit, Palm Sunday Road, Garden of Gethsemane, & Yad Vashem The view of the Dome of the Rock from the Mount of Olives. A beggar makes his way up the hill on the Palm Sunday road on ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-5/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-5/ Fri, 07 May 2010 20:11:23 GMT Day 5: Gideon’s Spring, Bet Shean, Mount Scopus Overlook & Model City. On the road to Bet Shean Base of Bet Shean Greek influence at Bet Shean Pillars at Bet Shean Greek Bath house at Bet Shean Dead ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-4/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-4/ Thu, 06 May 2010 20:13:59 GMT Day 4 of the trip included visits to Golan Heights/Kunitra Overlook, Caesarea Philippi & Tel Dan. Pagan worship shrines carved in the rock bluff at Caesarea Phillippi. This is Pillar pagan worship at Caesara Phillippi. ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-3/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-3/ Wed, 05 May 2010 20:16:48 GMT Day 3. The Mount of Beatitudes, Peter’s Mother-in-Law’s house, Capernaum and the Sea of Galilee.   Day 3: On our way to Mt. of Beatitudes Day 3: Church built by Catholics on traditional spot for Sermon on the ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-2/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-2/ Tue, 04 May 2010 17:27:14 GMT Day two of Israel. Went to Caesarea, visited an aqueduct, saw the Valley of Megiddo and Nazareth. Day 2: The Hippodrome at Caesarea-Our first meeting place of the week. Day 2: The Amphitheater at Caesarea Day 2: A ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-1/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-israel-day-1/ Mon, 03 May 2010 20:20:55 GMT Hey guys. I’m currently on an Israel tour with a group from our church. We’re gonna try our hardest to “bring you along” with us by posting pictures and, Lord-willing, some video. Here are the first few pictures from the ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-need-some-revival/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-need-some-revival/ Sun, 25 Apr 2010 17:54:50 GMT Ever felt stale in your Christian walk? Maybe you're feeling stale right now. Here's something that can help.... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-need-for-some-organization/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-need-for-some-organization/ Sun, 11 Apr 2010 19:04:10 GMT Many "millennials", or the next generation, believe "organized religion" is not necessary to connect with or experience God. That may be true in some ways, but here's something that's crucial for real faith to thr... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-a-little-privacy-please/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-a-little-privacy-please/ Tue, 06 Apr 2010 19:08:14 GMT Airline security is getting pretty personal. How much privacy do we have to give up to feel secure and protec... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-a-little-privacy-please/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-a-little-privacy-please/ Mon, 22 Mar 2010 19:13:07 GMT The US Air Force has given neo-pagans an official place of worship at its base in Colorado. Is this cause for conc... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-tebow-ad/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-tebow-ad/ Fri, 05 Mar 2010 19:15:28 GMT The Tebow ad came and went and so did all the controversy. What was the big d... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-unforgivable-sin/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-unforgivable-sin/ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:29:02 GMT Today’s blog is an answer to a question I received from a subscriber. It’s actually a question I get once or twice a year: How do you blaspheme the Holy Spirit? They’re worried that they may have committed the ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-late-night-debate/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-late-night-debate/ Mon, 01 Feb 2010 19:31:27 GMT Conan O'Brien exited the Tonight Show and Jay Leno's coming back. What does this "switcheroo" tell us about what's popular and how agreements are treated these d... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-haiti/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-haiti/ Sun, 24 Jan 2010 19:37:46 GMT The aftermath of the earthquake in Haiti has gripped us all with endless images and heart-breaking stories. What can we make of this tragedy? Click here to contribute to our church's efforts in Haiti ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-what-kids-pray/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-what-kids-pray/ Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:58:04 GMT How do you prepare your kids for the harsh realities of this world?   ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-a-hardened-heart/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-a-hardened-heart/ Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:55:37 GMT Is it God's desire for all people to be saved; to surrender their lives and not reject Him?   ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-a-deadly-concoction/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-a-deadly-concoction/ Mon, 04 Jan 2010 15:26:07 GMT A recent USA Today article discusses many Christians are mixing New Age beliefs with their faith. You can hear my thoughts on the matter below. Click here to read the articl... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-tiger-woods/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-tiger-woods/ Wed, 23 Dec 2009 16:00:09 GMT We all know what's happened in the pro-golfer's life. How are you judging the situatio... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-prepping-sermons/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-prepping-sermons/ Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:32:32 GMT Here's my method of preparing Bible studie... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-stay-single-or-get-married/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-stay-single-or-get-married/ Mon, 07 Dec 2009 15:35:05 GMT Got a question on what Paul is trying to communicate when he writes about marriage in 1 Corinthians 7. Check out my answer be... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-fort-hood/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-fort-hood/ Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:37:54 GMT What can we learn from the Fort Hood Shootin... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-thanksgiving/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-thanksgiving/ Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:40:28 GMT Thanksgiving... here are a few thoughts on what we can be grateful for despite troubling circumstance... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-2012/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-2012/ Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:48:41 GMT Here’s a question submitted by one of our blog subscribers: There’s been a lot of talk about the world ending or some horrific events happening in the year 2012. Where is this date coming from? Should we pay attention to this? ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-call-it-what-it-is/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-call-it-what-it-is/ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:54:39 GMT What happens when we change the name of a social issue to be more politically correct? It could mess with your min... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-healthcare/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-healthcare/ Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:43:34 GMT Who's responsibility is it to provide healthcar... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-heart-of-communication/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-heart-of-communication/ Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:52:00 GMT Has technology really helped us communicate more or bet... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-who-does-the-electing/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-who-does-the-electing/ Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:54:36 GMT Do you choose God... or does God choose ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-no-bones-in-the-bible/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-no-bones-in-the-bible/ Tue, 06 Oct 2009 19:56:49 GMT Jurassic and Genesis... how do they line ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-peace-in-changing-times/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-peace-in-changing-times/ Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:11:33 GMT I had a quick thought I wanted to share. This was taken after an Active Word radio recording session. // ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-4-letter-problem/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-4-letter-problem/ Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:14:56 GMT How do you spell 'problem'? I got a suggestio... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-a-family-divided/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-a-family-divided/ Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:18:13 GMT How do the Muslim and Christian faiths handle family members converting to another relig... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-money-money-money/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-money-money-money/ Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:20:00 GMT ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-coexist/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-coexist/ Fri, 07 Aug 2009 20:21:59 GMT Can all the religions in the world coexist in peace? Check out my response below and leave a comm... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-road-rage/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-road-rage/ Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:24:07 GMT What is it about getting behind the wheel that brings out the worst in some of us? Have something to share? Let us know by leaving a comm... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-soulmate-search/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-soulmate-search/ Sun, 12 Jul 2009 20:29:39 GMT Are you looking for "The One"? Here's something you should keep in min... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-religion-as-therapy/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-religion-as-therapy/ Tue, 07 Jul 2009 20:32:17 GMT When it comes to faith, you choose whether you want just enough to get by... or if you're all in for a changed l... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-job-identity/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-job-identity/ Fri, 26 Jun 2009 20:35:05 GMT How much does your job define you? What do you lose when you lose your ... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-following-signs-and-signals/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-following-signs-and-signals/ Thu, 11 Jun 2009 20:37:07 GMT How do we know we're really hearing from the L... http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-missing-link-still-missing/ http://www.calvaryftl.org/calvary-blog/pastor-bob-the-missing-link-still-missing/ Thu, 04 Jun 2009 20:42:48 GMT They found yet another fossil in Germany. Which can only mean… // ...