The Truth Concerning the Birth of Jesus: What the Manger Scene Tells Us – Dr. Mike Spaulding

Posted on December 22, 2024 by ccpastormike

Here we are again, another Christmas Sunday. The celebration of the birth of our Savior is a few days away. As I have done for the last couple of years, I’m breaking from our current Lord’s Day study, in our case this year, the book of Acts. I’m taking this Lord’s Day to teach about our Christmas celebration. Those who have been with us here at Calvary for a while may recall that two years ago, I titled the Christmas Sunday teaching, Debunking the Debunkers. Then last year I titled the Christmas Sunday teaching, Merry Non-Pagan Christmas.

The reason I have done this for the last couple of years is because the noise around Christmas gets louder all the time. I’m speaking of all the people who take to social media to remind the rest of us that Christmas is pagan. These people tell us that it originated with Roman Catholicism or Constantine, or the Druids, or some other pagan demonic source. Critics tell us that the day is really about the festival of the “Birth of the Unconquered Sun” or, Sol Invictus.[1]

Is any of this true? It is absolutely not true yet so many who profess Jesus Christ seem to take great pains to criticize and denigrate other Christians who celebrate the day set aside to commemorate the incarnation of the savior of the world.

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Kingdom War Room Episode 46 – Dr. Michael Lake, Dr. Mike Spaulding, Pastor Corby Shuey

Posted on December 19, 2024 by ccpastormike

Welcome back to the Kingdom War Room! Dr. Michael Lake, Dr. Mike Spaulding, and Pastor Corby Shuey discuss the chaotic state of the world, the dangers of “internet theology,” and the importance of discerning truth in an age of distraction.

Outline

Introduction and State of Chaos
- God’s judgment and pruning in our time
- Everything hidden will be revealed
The Rise of Internet Theology
- Dangers of unbalanced, sensational content
- Importance of researching responsibly and avoiding self-exaltation
Key Warnings and Biblical Counsel
- 1 Timothy 6: Avoiding controversy for gain
- Accountability in fellowship and study
Walking in Truth and Christlikeness
- 80/20 principle: Balance theological research with spiritual maturity
- Why humility and love matter in handling God’s Word
Closing Encouragement and Prayer
- Psalm 23: Sitting at God’s table in the presence of chaos
- Focusing on Christ and bearing His image

If you feel overwhelmed by social media noise, conflicting voices, and sensationalist teaching, this episode will help you reset and center your faith in Jesus.

Hosts:

Dr. Michael K. Lake: Scholar-in-residence, Strategic Remnant Learning Center – BLA, Host of Biblical Life TV, Co-Host of the Kingdom Intelligence Briefing, and best-selling author. http://www.kingdomintelligencebriefing.com

Dr. Mike Spaulding: The teaching pastor of Calvary Chapel of Lima, OH, the author of Upsidedown in America, more than ten other books, and the host of Soaring Eagle Radio and Dr. Mike Live. https://www.drmikespaulding.com/

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Ezekiel Commentary Now Available

Posted on October 12, 2023 by ccpastormike

Now available in large format (8.5 X 11), 590 pages. Cost including shipping is $43. If you prefer the traditional 6X9 format, it is available in a two volume set for $58 which includes shipping. You may send a check or money order in the amount above to me at PO Box 3007, Elida, Ohio, 45807. Or, you may send payment through our Christian payment processor Swipe Simple via the link below.

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The SPOTT Report Episode 7 – Finding a Remnant Ecclesia Part 4

Posted on May 10, 2023 by ccpastormike

Hi friends! Thank you for joining Kathy and me for this episode of The SPOTT Report. Today we continue to discuss the urgency of finding a true body of believers in Yeshua. There are many attractive options but are they true ecclesias? Kathy and I discuss several issues the ecclesia must stand for and against. We take off the “gloves” for this conversation.

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The SPOTT Report Episode 5 – Finding a Remnant Ecclesia Part 2

Posted on April 17, 2023 by ccpastormike

Hi friends! Thank you for joining Kathy and me for this episode of The SPOTT Report. Today we continue to discuss the urgency of finding a true body of believers in Yeshua. There are many attractive options but are they true ecclesias? Kathy and I also discuss some Scriptures that help us understand the criteria we must employ to avoid partnering with churches that have no intention of being salt and light to the world.