Calvary Church podcast

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In this message, guest teacher Dave Morlan shares how we can make progress in our faith and experience more joy. Speaker: Dave Morlan, Teaching Pastor, Fellowship Denver Church Passage: Philippians 1:19-26 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on June 1, 2025

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Seeking God in Brokenness 34:18

11 днів тому34:18

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Speaker: Director, Special Needs Ministries; Zach Schmuck Passage: Exodus 33:12-23, 34:6-7 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on May 18th, 2025

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Divine Reconstruction | Aging and Old Age 33:18

18 днів тому33:18

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In the typical fashion of this series in Ecclesiastes, this message looks at what the world gets wrong about aging and how Jesus brings a better perspective. Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra Passage: Ecclesiastes 12:1-8 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on May 18th, 2025

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Divine Reconstruction | Banishing Anxiety, Depression and Darkness 37:47

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This message looks at the anxiety, depression, and darkness that come with living life in this fallen world. We learn a defense against these elements and are encouraged to embrace the reality that we are loved by God. Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra Passage: Ecclesiastes 11:7-10 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on May 11th, 2025…

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Divine Reconstruction | Working By Faith 29:39

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This sermon looks at the blessing and value of work. This covers anything that we apply energy and effort to in an attempt to accomplish something productive. With this broad definition in mind, we are given five principles we can apply to our lives as we work by faith. Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra Passage: Ecclesiastes 11:1-6 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on May 4th, 2025…

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Divine Reconstruction | How We Should Talk About Those in Power 30:31

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God’s compassion goes beyond welcoming us home, he also wants to help us make better decisions so we can experience the fullness of life that he offers. These decisions include how we speak about the rulers of our people. While this can feel like a small thing, it speaks volumes of the state of our heart and where our trust lies. Learn more in this timely message. Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra Passage: Ecclesiastes 10:15-20 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on April 27th, 2025…

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Divine Reconstruction | Who Knows the Future 45:09

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Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra Passage: Ecclesiastes 10:14 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on April 6, 2025

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Divine Reconstruction | How to Win an Argument 36:27

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We live in a culture that thrives on contentious exchanges and vitriolic arguments. In Ecclesiastes 10:1-14, Solomon emphasizes the value of remaining calm in the face of foolish arguments. In this message, Pastor Jim offers us four principles for making our way through these contentious conversations. Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra Passage: Ecclesiastes 10:1-14a This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on March 30th, 2025.…

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Divine Reconstruction | The Gift of God 36:47

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In this sermon, Pastor Jim explores Ecclesiastes 9:18, emphasizing how wisdom is more powerful than weapons of war but can be easily overshadowed by the destructive power of sin. He highlights how just one act of sin can undo the good work of many, illustrating this through biblical and real-life examples. This message challenges believers to pursue godly wisdom and recognize the dangers of allowing sin to corrupt their lives and communities. Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra Passage: Ecclesiastes 9:18 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on March 23rd, 2025.…

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Divine Reconstruction | Words Matter 36:53

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In Ecclesiastes 9:17, Solomon highlights the value of wisdom that comes from those who measure their words. Pastor Tom explains the significance and the power of words. We are encouraged to pursue proper speech when engaging with others. Speaker: Minister & Lead Pastor, Tom Olsson Passage: Ecclesiastes 9:17 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on March 16th, 2025.…

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Divine Reconstruction | God’s Plan for Your Success 40:16

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This sermon explores how life’s unpredictability often challenges our personal definitions of success. Drawing from Ecclesiastes 9:11-16, Pastor Tom highlights how human effort alone does not guarantee outcomes and emphasizes God’s providence in guiding our paths. True success, as defined by Scripture, is recognizing that we are exactly where God wants us to be and using our gifts for His glory. Rather than striving for accumulation, achievement, or acclaim, we are called to trust in God’s plan, knowing He is working all things for His purpose and our good. Speaker: Minister & Lead Pastor, Tom Olsson Passage: Ecclesiastes 9:11-16 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on March 9th, 2025.…

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Christ for All Nations 36:15

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In Revelation 7:9-17, Pastor Artie Lindsay explains how all things are united things, and everything is brought under the authority of Jesus. We see how God’s people will worship him together in unity, and how He will set all things right. Speaker: Teaching Pastor, Tabernacle Community Church; Artie Lindsay Passage: Revelation 7:9-10 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on March 2nd, 2025.…

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Divine Reconstruction | Death and Life 36:55

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Every human life will come to an end. In Ecclesiastes 9:1-10, Solomon expresses how both the good and the evil experience death. Through this message, we learn how death takes on new meaning for those who believe in Jesus. We are all faced with the choice to live in the light of the resurrection or in the shadow of death. Speaker: Minister & Lead Pastor, Tom Olsson Passage: Ecclesiastes 9:1-10 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on February 23rd, 2025.…

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Divine Reconstruction | Our Merciful God 35:33

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Why do the wicked prosper? This is the question Solomon wrestles with in Ecclesiastes 8:10-17. As we explore this, we find that while we often reach the end of our rope when confounded by such realities, God’s mercy proves to be more extensive than we ever imagined it could be. Speaker: Minister & Lead Pastor, Tom Olsson Passage: Ecclesiastes 8:10-17 This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on February 16th, 2025.…

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Divine Reconstruction | Why is Life So Hard Part 2 39:01

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