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The apostle Paul wrote the letter of 1 Thessalonians to encourage new believers in Thessalonica to stand firm in their faith, live purely and orderly, and take comfort in Christ's second coming. Join Pastor Skip Heitzig as he takes us through this book and applies its precepts to everyday life.

The Sermon on the Mount contains some of the most popular teachings of Jesus. But what did He really mean by each unique and unprecedented statement He made? In this study, Pastor Skip Heitzig delves into the practical applications that Jesus' famous sermon has for our own lives.

Do you feel like you're living on the front line? Do you want to prevail in the battles you're fighting? In this series, Pastor Skip Heitzig traces the dangers and conflict that Joshua encountered as he and the children of Israel entered the Promised Land. Join us to learn how Joshua obtained victory through God and how you too can live a victorious, Spirit-led life

Jesus Christ - fully man, fully God. As we consider the gospel of Mark, we gain a greater understanding of the suffering Servant and His human emotions, His service, and His sacrifice.

Why do we call Jonah, Amos, Obadiah, Malachi, and the others the “minor” prophets? It certainly isn’t because their messages were less important! Prophets are like people holding a wire from heaven and wire to the earth, with God speaking through them. At times, God used these unique men to proclaim His truth, or to denounce men’s sin, or to predict the future, both near and far-off. Other times, He used them to show His truth by demonstration, through events in their lives.

Second Chronicles centers upon the life of King Solomon and his descendants. Skip Heitzig explains how this book should remind us that our glory is in our relationship with God.

The Gospel of Luke, written for those with a gentile background, emphasizes Jesus as the Son of Man. Skip Heitzig shows how Luke reflects on the humanity and compassion of Jesus Christ.

Do you ever need a reminder of the peace available only from God? Paul's words of encouragement to the believers in Thessalonica are relevant to our lives today, no matter what circumstances we may find ourselves in.

In Second Corinthians, the apostle Paul defends his ministry while stressing the encouragement that believers should offer to one another. Pastor Skip Heitzig highlights this very personal letter.

The book of Deuteronomy is the giving of the Mosaic Law to a new generation of Israelites at the end of their wanderings. In this collection of sermons Skip Heitzig tells the story of God’s continuing grace to His people.

Galatians was written to combat the problem of legalism in the church, as some tried to add the Law to the message of the Gospel. Skip Heitzig teaches on the freedom enjoyed by the Christian.

For 2,000 years, the church has awaited the second coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. For 2,000 years men have tried to predict the exact moment of His return. Though no man knows the exact hour or even the day He will come back, there are signs to indicate His coming is near. In the teaching series Rumblings of War and the Prince of Peace, Skip Heitzig thoroughly expounds upon Matthew 24, explaining prophecy of what must take place and encouraging the church to always be ready.

Upon This Rock teaching series by Pastor Skip Heitzig. When most people hear the word church, they think of a structure with a steeple, or an institution filled with men in black robes. But what did Jesus mean when He said, "Upon this rock I will build my church"? What does He want it to be, and how can it be established, built up, and encouraged to grow?

This is a topical study of the basic fundamentals of the Christian faith. This 15-message series is great for a new believer or anyone wanting to study what Biblical Christianity is really all about.

For thousands of years mankind has had God's list of 10 Commandments. Though cultures, languages, and lifestyles have changed dramatically since Moses received these words on Mount Sinai, they are surprisingly very applicable to our daily lives in the 21st century. Skip Heitzig explores in depth each of God's Top Ten and wraps up the series with a discussion on the most famous 11th Commandment given by Jesus during His time on Earth.

In every kingdom, there are movers and shakers. The Old Testament immortalizes many of these great people - it tells what made them great in God's eyes. Discover the key to making an impact in God's kingdom as you study the lives of Hannah, Samuel, Saul, and David.

What happens when a believer dies? What will heaven be like? What about infants and children who die? When do our bodies get resurrected? What will they be like? These questions and more occupy our thoughts from time to time. In this new series, From the Edge of Eternity, we will follow a believer from death into the different stages of eternity: the Intermediate State, the resurrection of the body, the Kingdom Age, and the Eternal State. Since forever is a long time, it only makes sense that we both understand and prepare for this "ultimate journey".

Coming to church for spiritual sustenance can be like going to a restaurant for meals. It's all prepared for you and served to you by someone else. A far better way to get your spiritual nourishment is to learn how to get the "ingredients" and prepare the "meals" for yourself. In this series, Skip Heitzig and the Calvary pastoral staff teach how to study the Bible on your own and apply it - how to really "feast on the Word" and satisfy the deepest needs of your heart.

God's love is the missing ingredient in many of our relationships. Many of them are merely perfunctory and unfortunately erode over time. In 1 Corinthians 13, Paul paints a picture of what true love is and what it is not. Throughout the text, Paul shows us that true love has many facets and explains it in both positive and negative terms. He tells us our love for others is meant to be a mirror of Christ's love for us.

The book of Ruth is a romantic love story…and so much more! Discover the story behind the story - a beautiful illustration of God's amazing work of redemption.