Calvary Pursuit

Calvary Pursuit

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  • Calvary Pursuit: Is God Knocking On A Locked Door?

    We have to ask ourselves many questions when we can't seem to get a spiritual breakthrough or feel like our relationship with God is lacking. The hard truth is we are locking God out of places in our hearts we do not him to visit or help us clean out. Shane and Gary dig deep to find out how we can unlock the places we need to open up for God to cleanse us ofthe things we hold on to our own detriment.


    CHAPTERS 

    00:00 - Introduction: Locked Doors
    01:24 - The Struggle With Surrender
    03:19 - Why We Resist Change
    04:49 - The Prodigal Son's Choices
    06:15 - Obedience and God's Love
    08:22 - Partial Obedience Is Disobedience
    09:24 - Following God's Plan
    10:31 - Letting Go of Control
    11:24 - Struggling to Trust God
    12:02 - When God Feels Like He Let Us Down
    13:21 - Choosing Trust Over Fear
    14:17 - Giving God Every Part
    15:41 - The Fear of Losing Identity
    16:38 - Breaking Free From Past Labels
    17:08 - The Rooms We Keep Locked
    18:35 - What Faith Really Means
    19:29 - Finding Healing in Pain
    20:05 - Letting God Into Your Past
    21:02 - You Don't Have to Heal Alone
    22:21 - The Discomfort of Surrender
    23:22 - Fighting Against God
    24:21 - Reaching a Place of Surrender
    25:26 - Stop Fighting the Invitation
    26:16 - God Already Knows Your Pain
    27:09 - Isolation and Destructive Patterns
    28:31 - Taking Responsibility for Surrender
    29:26 - The Prodigal Son or Zacchaeus
    30:19 - Where Are You Today?
    30:46 - Making the Next Right Change
    31:10 - Living for God: Easy or Hard
    31:40 - Trusting God One Step at a Time
    33:06 - A Moment for Change
    34:04 - Final Encouragement: Open the Door
    34:31 - Closing Thoughts and Farewell

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    36 min
  • Calvary Pursuit: The Entourage with Adrian and Krystal Howard

    Young people are faced with obstacles on every front when it comes to serving God. Calvary is blessed to have Adrian and Krystal Howard leading Entourage Student Ministries with a leadership of love with guidance. Hear how Entourage came to be, who the Howard's are, what this ministry means to them and the many adventures this youthful group go on regularly.


    CHAPTERS 
    00:00 - Introducing Adrian and Crystal Howard 02:07 - Their Ministry Journeys 
    03:43 - Licensed Ministers at Calvary
    04:06 - The Meaning Behind Entourage 
    06:15 - Youth Group Ages and Transitions 07:46 - Ten Years Leading Entourage 
    08:38 - The Power of Youth Worship 
    10:40 - Watching Students Grow in Faith 11:16 - Vulnerability and Youth Group Unity 12:43 - The Importance of Wednesday Nights 13:11 - Challenges Facing Today's Youth 14:09 - Helping Young People Find Their Ministry 
    15:54 - Bringing Friends Into Youth Group 18:53 - Social Media and Spiritual Warfare 21:58 - Teaching Students to Stand Out 
    23:19 - Using Social Media for Good 
    25:45 - Entourage Events and Activities 
    26:10 - Youth Conferences and Spiritual Growth 
    29:51 - Youth Retreats and Getting Closer to God 
    32:05 - How Youth Ministry Builds Love 
    35:16 - Crystal's Journey of Love and Growth 37:13 - The Lasting Impact of Youth Pastors 38:08 - A New Beginning Through Love

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    39 min
  • Calvary Pursuit: 35 Years Of Calvary

    Calvary is celebrating 35 years as a church in Denton, Texas. We welcome back Kelli Repasz who has been a part of Calvary almost from the begging. Hear her give insight on the history of the church, the locations, her service as the church grew and what has meant most to her as Calvary hits a milestone.


    CHAPTERS 

    00:00 - Celebrating 35 Years Of Calvary
    01:18 - Kelly's First Visit To Calvary
    03:36 - The Heart Of Calvary's Love
    06:33 - From The Ballroom To Heather Lane
    09:22 - Memories From Heather Lane
    11:04 - Sunday School And Baptism Memories
    13:31 - Building A Permanent Church Home
    14:35 - Falling In Love With Serving
    15:44 - Memorable Messages And The Calvary Mantle
    17:15 - Preserving Calvary's Legacy
    18:04 - Bishop's Retirement And New Leadership
    19:40 - Learning To Serve A New Pastor
    21:05 - From Media To Pastor's Assistant
    22:20 - Finding Comfort In Bishop's Office
    23:53 - A Father's Final Words Of Gratitude
    25:22 - Lessons From Two Generations Of Leadership
    26:26 - Calvary's Continued Growth And Expansion
    27:24 - Adapting To Change And New Technology
    28:18 - Celebrating God's Faithfulness And Future
    29:13 - Closing Reflections And New Beginnings

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    31 min
  • Calvary Pursuit: Single by Design with Belinda Trevino

    Every ministry has it's diversity and even it's own stereotypes, but none more than the Singles Ministry. Belinda Trevino tknows this better than anyone. She sits down with Gary Vaughan to tear down the stereotypes, explain what the Singles are all about, her heart for this ministry and she even shares things about herself most do not know.


    CHAPTERS 

    00:00 - Introduction to Belinda Trevino
    02:03 - Belinda's Background and Ministry
    05:03 - Serving in Multiple Ministries
    07:06 - Memories From College Ministry
    09:31 - Why Singles Ministry Matters
    10:47 - Singles Ministry Is Not Dating
    12:33 - Embracing the Single Season
    13:56 - Singles Are a Mighty Army
    15:13 - Ministering Through Difficult Seasons
    16:29 - The Need for Singles Ministry
    17:38 - Building Community Through Classes
    18:47 - Singles Conferences and Community
    20:18 - Connecting Beyond the Church
    21:43 - Connecting People to God
    22:53 - Finding Purpose in Singleness
    24:04 - Taking Singles Ministry Further
    25:17 - Lifelong Friendships Through Conferences
    26:24 - Encouraging Others Into Community
    27:15 - Belinda's Heart for People
    28:10 - Blessings From Ministry
    29:46 - Greater Things Are Coming
    30:17 - Finding Your Ministry
    30:38 - Go Find Your Ministry

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    32 min
  • Calvary Pursuit: The Roundtable 3 "Unity Edition"

    Our hosts discuss how the disciples of Jesus asking Jesus to teach them to pray. What they would discover was an emphasis on unity and the importance of why it matters. The discussion gets into the reason we strive for unity, the importance of staying connected and just how unity effects each of us despite our lack of realization.


    CHAPTERS 
    00:00 - Welcome to the Round Table 
    01:41 - Lord, Teach Us to Pray 
    03:22 - Our Journey Is Together 
    05:18 - Fighting Together in Unity 
    06:07 - Practicing Unity in Church 
    07:33 - The Need for Continual Learning 
    10:21 - A Gracious Father 
    11:49 - Learning to Pray Authentically 
    12:50 - Finding Mentors and Community 14:22 - Carrying One Another's Burdens 
    16:10 - Forgiveness and Unity 
    16:58 - Staying Rooted Through Trials 
    18:22 - Connected to the True Vine 
    19:22 - God Builds Us Together 
    20:11 - Unity and Personal Responsibility 21:29 - Everyone Has a Part
    23:31 - Building the Body Together 
    24:29 - Unity Creates Something Beautiful 25:48 - Serving Others Changes Us 
    27:24 - Small Acts Build Unity 
    29:05 - Why Unity Matters 
    29:30 - Closing in Praise

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    31 min
  • Calvary Pursuit: UNBREAKABLE with Kelli Repasz

    Imagine the worst nightmare you could have being reality and you're not even far enough from your last tragic life event to catch a breathe. That's exactly where Kelli Repasz was when she was told her baby was shaken and would not survive the night. Find out Kelli's many talents, the service she has given every form of ministry, the depths she found herself in and the miracles that God provided to bring her blessings that could have never have been imagined.


    CHAPTERS 
    00:00 - Meet Sister Kelly Repasz 
    01:18 - Kelly's Family Comes To Church 
    03:55 - Starting Ministry At Calvary 
    05:02 - Discovering A Love For Media 
    06:36 - A Heart For Serving 
    07:49 - Kelly's Journey Through Divorce 
    10:48 - Learning Through An Abusive Relationship 
    12:17 - God Met Her In Production 
    13:22 - Kelsey's Life-Threatening Injury 
    15:24 - Praying For Healing 
    17:35 - Facing An Impossible Moment 
    18:13 - Sister Rachel's Lifelong Friendship 19:30 - Grace And The Family's Crisis 
    21:01 - Miracles Begin To Happen 
    22:58 - Kelsey's Miraculous Healing 
    25:55 - Learning To Forgive 
    28:24 - Letting Go Of Anger 
    29:30 - What Kelly Learned 
    30:47 - Watching Her Children Thrive 
    32:08 - Pointing Her Children To Jesus 
    33:02 - A Powerful Testimony 
    34:00 - A New Beginning

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    35 min
  • Calvary Pursuit: An Open Hand with Scott Liden

    We all need to know someone cares about us and one kind gesture can fill that void in a heartbeat. Scott Liden has made it his mission to be that person for someone who needs kindness in their life. He tells us where he comes from, how he dealt with rejection and why his ministry is all about making the day of every person he encounters better after they meet.


    CHAPTERS 
    00:00 - Meet Scott Leiden 
    01:41 - Growing Up In Indiana 
    04:22 - Finding Jesus As A Child 
    05:40 - Escaping Drugs And Alcohol 
    07:08 - Moving To Texas 
    08:11 - Discovering Jesus In Texas 
    10:19 - A Heart Attack Changes Everything 12:22 - Experiencing The Holy Ghost 
    13:11 - Finding Calvary 
    14:44 - Calvary As A New Beginning 
    16:27 - Scott's Heart To Serve 
    18:11 - A Passion For People 
    19:38 - Healing From Past Hurts 
    21:24 - God Bringing Scott Forward 
    23:05 - Loving People Simply 
    25:02 - Serving Without Recognition 
    25:57 - Loving People Through Conflict
    26:45 - Scott's Father's Final Journey 
    28:18 - Finding God Late In Life 
    29:18 - Love And New Beginnings 
    30:17 - Scott's Encouragement To Others 30:40 - Closing Thoughts

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    33 min
  • Calvary Pursuit: Victory Over A Tragic World ENCORE Vol. 2

    We conclude our Season 1 revisit with a powerful discussion. Join Gary and Justin as they continue talking about tragedy and how God leads us out of it. Victory is always waiting for those who allow God to take control.


    CHAPTERS 
    00:00 - Victory Over Tragedy 
    01:18 - Processing Extreme Anger 
    03:03 - Entering the Bargaining Stage 
    04:33 - Bargaining With God 
    06:05 - Bargaining When Control Is Lost 
    07:18 - Aligning With God's Will 
    09:34 - Trusting God Instead Of Bargaining 11:05 - God Knows What Is Best 
    12:11 - Entering the Depression Stage 
    13:18 - Justin's Experience With Depression 15:05 - Finding Help Through Community 16:16 - Overcoming Counseling Stigma 
    17:24 - Why Christian Counseling Matters 19:04 - Seeking Help For Depression 
    21:11 - Finding Resources And Support 22:10 - You Don't Have To Suffer Alone 
    23:19 - The Victory Of Acceptance 
    25:00 - Acceptance Means There Is Hope 26:09 - The Power Of Prayer 
    27:45 - Yielding To God's Will 
    28:18 - Growing Stronger Through Trials 
    29:26 - Making Prayer A Priority 
    30:21 - Daily Spiritual Disciplines 
    32:28 - Guarding Your External Influences 34:06 - Finding The Right Community
     35:33 - Closing Thoughts And Encouragement

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    37 min
  • Calvary Pursuit: Victory Over A Tragic World ENCORE Vol. 1

    This week we revisit Episode #3 ofSeason 1. Justin Guthrie and Gary Vaughan discuss getting through tragedy and coming out of it all in victory. This is just the first installment; next week we will reveal the second portion of this episode.


    CHAPTERS 
     00:00 - Introduction to Victory 
     03:10 - Living in a Troubled World
     06:04 - Understanding the Stages of Grief 07:02 - Stage One: Denial 
     09:35 - From Denial to Questioning 
     12:03 - Wrestling With Personal Loss 14:41 - Experience Versus Awareness
     18:12 - The Impact of Constant Awareness 19:14 - Fear and Anxiety 
     23:27 - Stage Two: Anger 
     26:04 - Understanding Anger 
     28:06 - Processing Anger Through Loss 
     30:18 - Healthy Outlets for Anger 
     31:21 - Part One Conclusion 


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    33 min
  • Calvary Pursuit: Conflict

    The hosts of Calvary Pursuit discuss the realities of conflict. Each of them give their own experiences with disagreements and how they overcame the conflict. Find out how important it is to keep God close in opposition, how he leads us through those valleys and the best way to find our way to resolution by the grace of God.


    CHAPTERS 

    CHAPTERS 
    00:00 - Introduction 
    00:01:15 - Why Conflict Is Everywhere 00:03:02 - Conflict Is Inevitable 0
    0:04:33 - Conflict Exposes Us 0
    0:06:13 - Why We Seek Conflict 
    00:07:15 - The First Sacrifice 
    00:08:42 - Covered By Jesus 0
    0:10:13 - Pride Creates Conflict 
    00:11:42 - Humility Brings Resolution 0
    0:13:12 - Learning Through Conflict 
    00:14:09 - Emotions Fuel Conflict 
    00:15:02 - Conflict And Spiritual Warfare 00:16:01 - HALT And Internal Emotions 00:17:29 - Bitterness, Envy, And Loneliness 00:18:48 - Conflict Within Families 
    00:20:17 - Bringing Peace Home 
    00:21:47 - Healing Requires Willingness 00:23:16 - Handling Conflict With Children 00:24:33 - Helping Others In Conflict 
    00:25:34 - Responding With Curiosity 
    00:26:33 - Humility And Accountability 00:27:43 - Discovering Internal Conflict 00:29:13 - Finding Middle Ground 
    00:30:10 - When Conflict Needs Space 00:31:31 - Healing Abandonment Wounds 00:31:57 - Final Thoughts On Conflict 00:32:24 - Closing Encouragement

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    34 min

About Calvary Pursuit

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Calvary Pursuit is an audio entry way to everything Calvary UPC of Denton. Host Gary Vaughan brings insight into the Word of God, and tap into the incredible ministries at Calvary. Sunday services,…