By Pastor Dave Rolph

Paul's warning in 2 Timothy 3:1-5 provides crucial insight into the character of people during the 'last days' before Christ's return. While this period broadly spans from the establishment of the church until Christ's second coming, Paul specifically addresses the final season characterized by unprecedented difficulty.At the heart of Paul's concer…

Ahaziah asks Baal-Zebub for help and God answers anyway through Elijah. Elisha asks for a double portion as Elijah ascends to heaven. Three kings are directed to dig ditches in the desert. And, the Apostle Paul exhorts the Ephesian elders.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

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Jezebel shows herself even more wicked then weak King Ahab, murdering a man just for land. Elijah rebukes. Ahab shows remorse. God relents. Israel and Judah join forces against Syria. Ahab dies. And, the believers in Ephesus are baptized with water AND with the Holy Spirit.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

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Jezebel writes Elijah. Elijah runs from Jezebel. Elijah complains to the Lord. The Lord comforts Elijah with a revelation and an exhortation. Silas and Timothy join Paul in planting the church in Corinth. And, Apollos is discipled by Pricilla and Aquila.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

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Elijah is sent with a message to Israel’s worst king. “No rain until I say so.” Elijah becomes Ahab’s enemy. God protects and provides for Elijah in unusual ways. Elijah challenges the false prophets to a fight of faith. The Apostle Paul plants churches and preaches Christ.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

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A young prophet finds courage. The same prophet compromises and pays the price. Judgment on the house of Jeroboam. Trouble in the house of Rehoboam. Each successive king did evil, except Asa. And, a church is planted in Philippi.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

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Wisdom, wealth and a wandering heart; Solomon had it all. His many wives turned his heart away from God. So God sent a series of adversaries. And, in the midst of that mess, Solomon died. And, Paul and Barnabas stand before the other Apostles in Jerusalem.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

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We see Solomon as a builder and a developer. The Ark is brought into the Temple. The glory of the Lord filled the house of the Lord. Solomon dedicates the Temple. God appears a second time to Solomon. And, Barnabas and Saul obey the Holy Spirit’s call to spread the gospel.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

By Pastor Dave Rolph

Join Pastor Shawn and the gang at Calvary Chapel Birmingham as they study the Bible verse by verse and chapter by chapter. In this episode, we continue our study in Luke with chapter 8 and move into chapter 9.By Calvary Chapel Birmingham

Join Pastor Shawn and the gang at Calvary Chapel Birmingham as they study the Bible verse by verse and chapter by chapter. In this episode, we continue our study in Luke with chapter 8.By Calvary Chapel Birmingham

King Solomon’s administration is listed for us. We see the prosperity and wisdom of Solomon’s reign. Solomon prepares to build to the Temple. Solomon builds the Temple. And… the Holy Spirit says… “Now separate to Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them."By Pastor Dominic Dinger

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Adonijah presumes to be King. Solomon is proclaimed as King. David gives final words of wisdom to Solomon. David dies. Solomon carries out his father’s wishes. Solomon asks for wisdom. God gives it, liberally. And, Peter is freed from prison during a prayer meeting.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

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The Psalmist sings once last time. The distressed, indebted and discontented are now mighty men and their exploits are outlined for us. David does something he greatly regrets. And, the gospel spreads among the Gentiles.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

Being a worker approved by God involves three essential characteristics: focus and diligence, building on a firm foundation, and maintaining gentleness and kindness in all interactions. This calling requires Christians to actively avoid distractions like useless debates, irreverent gossip, and foolish controversies that can spread like gangrene thr…

After the death of Absalom, David returns to Jerusalem. Conflict ensues as Israel and Judah enter into yet another civil war. David avenges the Gibeonites, defeats the giants and God opens up the gospel to the Gentiles.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

David endures news of betrayal, cursing and even stones as he continues on his way out of Jerusalem. Ahithophel’s advice is overturned. Overwhelmed, Ahithophel ends his own life. Absalom’s life is ended by David’s general Joab. And, we are introduced to another murderous man named Saul.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

Amnon does something truly awful. Absalom ends up murdering Amnon for what he did. Tensions build in Absalom’s dysfunctional relationship with his dad, David, ending up in Absalom stealing the throne. And, the apostles encounter true and false conversions.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

The Ammonites make a costly mistake in misinterpreting the kindness of King David. David makes a mistake of his own. Initially hiding his sin, until God helps him to confess by confronting him. And, Stephen stands in the power of the Holy Spirit.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

David wants to build a house for God. But instead, God establishes David’s house, forever. David continues to conquer the enemies of Israel. Because of a covenant, David is kind to a man named Mephibosheth. And, seven are chosen to serve.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

Ishbosheth is murdered. Mephibosheth is introduced. David rules all Israel, fights and defeats the Philistines, twice, after inquiring of the Lord, twice. David learns to worship God in the beauty of holiness. And,Peter preaches the gospel once again, this time to the religious rulers.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

An Amalekite announces the death of Saul. David is anointed king of Judah. Ishbosheth is appointed king of Israel. A long civil war ensues. And, in the face of persecution, the church prays for boldness to preach the word of God.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

The Amalekites took everyone, everything and burned everything else to the ground. So David strengthened himself in the Lord and fought back. Saul is wounded in battle and tries to end his own life. And, Peter is given another opportunity to preach.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

Join Pastor Shawn and the gang at Calvary Chapel Birmingham as they study the Bible verse by verse and chapter by chapter. In this episode, we continue our study in Luke with the final part of chapter 7 and the first part of chapter 8.By Calvary Chapel Birmingham

David’s double agent status is called into question. Saul seeks help from a spiritist. The princes of the Philistines do not allow David to fight with them. The Holy Spirit comes down. Peter stands up and, after preaching, about 3000 souls are added to the church.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

Samuel, dies. David would have become a murderer if it weren’t for the wisdom and intercession of a courageous woman named Abigail. Saul continues to pursue David even after his teary request for a covenant. And, Jesus promises power with the promised Holy Spirit.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

Paul's letter to Timothy reveals profound truths about remaining faithful during difficult times. Timothy, though serving as pastor of Ephesus, struggled with confidence as Christianity faced mounting opposition and mockery. Paul, writing from prison, reminded Timothy that God's power, not human ability, enables faithful service. God consistently c…

David flees from Saul hides in a cave. All the distressed, indebted and discontented gather to him there and he becomes their leader. Saul’s insecure insanity reaches new lows. And, Jesus restores Peter in a meaningful and masterful way.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

Saul persecutes David. Jonathan helps David. David starts to run from Saul. Jesus defeats death, by rising from the dead, appears to Mary Magdalene, appears to the apostles and appears especially to Thomas.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

David is anointed as king. A distressing spirit is sent to Saul. David takes on the greatest Philistine fighter, in the name of the Lord. Saul starts to resent David. And, after Jesus was tried He was beaten, crucified, died and was buried.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

Saul presumes to be a priest, offering an unlawful sacrifice. Jonathan takes on the Philistines with only his armor bearer. Saul makes a series of foolish oaths and his incomplete obedience cost him the kingdom. And Jesus is betrayed, arrested and tried.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

Saul is anointed king. Saul is proclaimed king. Samuel addresses the nation at Saul’s coronation. And, Jesus prays for Himself, His disciples and for US.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

Living boldly in faith requires understanding and embracing several key spiritual principles. At its foundation is God's mercy - His slow-to-anger nature and steadfast love that gives believers confidence to move forward despite mistakes or feelings of inadequacy. This mercy, combined with consistent prayer, creates a powerful connection to God tha…

Samuel shows Israel how to truly seek God. Their humility is short lived. They eventually ask for a king, rejecting God as their current King. Saul is chosen as king. And, Jesus concludes the teaching portion of the time He had with His apostles before His betrayal.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

Israel tries to use God like a magic amulet. God refuses to be used that way. The glory of the Lord departs from Israel. The Tabernacle is taken. God disrupts the enemies of Israel on His own. The tabernacle returns on its own. And, Jesus continues teach on what it means to abide in Him.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

A broken heart, bitterness of soul, a vow, an answer, an open womb and a baby boy. A gift given back to God to serve God, to minister to God, to be a prophet of God, Samuel. And Jesus, pours out His heart for His apostles in their last meal together.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

The Kinsman-Redeemer, the conflict, another thread in the scarlet thread of redemption leading up to our Savior and Jesus does what is reserved for the lowest of slaves as an example.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

Tragedy from compromising your convictions, a courageous daughter-in-law, bundles fall on purpose, the kinsman redeemer and Jesus teaches on “unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain.”By Pastor Dominic Dinger

The empty tomb represents the pinnacle moment where death's grip on humanity was forever broken through Jesus's resurrection. Mary Magdalene and other devoted women who supported Jesus's ministry were the first to discover this world-changing event, finding the tomb empty despite Roman guards and a massive stone seal. Multiple pieces of evidence, i…

Idolatry, immorality and civil war, all a result of doing what is right in your own eyes, indifferent to what is right in the eyes of God and Jesus is angry at death and does something about it.By Pastor Dominic Dinger

Samson is deceived by Delilah. God mercifully makes Samson strong, one last time. A man named Micah makes up his own religion. And, Jesus is THE Good Shepherd.By Pastor Dominic Dinger