Godspeak Calvary Chapel

In his presentation "Follow Your Heart?" special guest speaker Dr. Frank Turek challenges the popular notion of blindly following one’s heart, questioning whether it truly benefits individuals and societies. He critiques the modern ideals of inclusion, tolerance, and diversity, arguing that their proponents often enforce conformity under threat of harm, revealing a flawed search for hope and identity—either through external validation or internal desires—when the only true source is found in looking to Christ. Turek warns that even Christians can fall into the trap of striving to craft their own identity rather than receiving it from God, emphasizing that the heart, being corrupt, conflicted, and changing, leads to destruction if relied upon solely. Through compelling reasoning, he urges a shift from self-directed pursuits to a Christ-centered foundation for life’s purpose and meaning. Verse References: Proverbs 4 verse 23, Mark 7 verses 21-23, Jeremiah 17 verse 9, John 1 verse 12 Make sure you subscribe to this channel and follow us on all our platforms to always stay up to date with our latest content! And you can always head over to our website for any general information! https://godspeak.com Prayer/Needs If you have any needs, or have a willingness to be used to meet various need in the body, please email info@godspeak.com. Also, let us know if you need prayer for anything. Giving is part of our worship time, and in this season, the easiest way to do that is online. If you go to our website, godspeak.com, you will see the "Give" tab in the top right corner. Or you can simply click this link https://pushpay.com/g/godspeak Any questions? Please feel free to email us, comment here, or DM us on Instagram any questions that you may have. Please Subscribe to this channel and turn on your notifications to be notified when our Livestreams start so you don't miss out! We hope you are blessed by the service! -The Godspeak Team

In this episode of the Faith Forward Podcast, Pastor Micah Stephens and Garrett Backstrom welcome apologist Frank Turek for a wide-ranging discussion that tackles some of life’s biggest questions. The trio explores the origins of creation and the necessity of a first cause, the core tenets of Christianity, and thought-provoking topics like whether the crucifixion equates to divine child abuse or if free will coexists with God’s sovereignty. They debunk the idea of “following your heart,” given its fickle nature, and dive into Frank’s book Hollywood Heroes, revealing how blockbuster films echo biblical narratives—the greatest story ever told. Wrapping up, they reflect on how poverty and restricted speech have been humanity’s historical norm, urging listeners to engage in politics and the public square to preserve America’s rare freedoms of wealth and expression. Don’t miss this engaging blend of faith, culture, and action! Make sure you subscribe to this channel and follow us on all our platforms to always stay up to date with our latest content! And you can always head over to our website for any general information! https://godspeak.com Prayer/Needs If you have any needs, or have a willingness to be used to meet various need in the body, please email info@godspeak.com. Also, let us know if you need prayer for anything. Giving is part of our worship time, and in this season, the easiest way to do that is online. If you go to our website, godspeak.com, you will see the "Give" tab in the top right corner. Or you can simply click this link https://pushpay.com/g/godspeak Any questions? Please feel free to email us, comment here, or DM us on Instagram any questions that you may have. Please Subscribe to this channel and turn on your notifications to be notified when our Livestreams start so you don't miss out! We hope you are blessed by the service! -The Godspeak Team Please subscribe to our new Faith Forward YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@FaithForwardshow Please subscribe to our new Faith Forward Rumble Channel - https://rumble.com/user/FaithForwardshow To follow Pastor Rob McCoy on Instagram visit - https://www.instagram.com/robmccoy.us To follow Pastor Micah Stephens on Instagram visit - https://www.instagram.com/micahstephens/ To follow Garrett Backstrom on Instagram visit - https://www.instagram.com/gbackstrom To follow Godspeak Calvary Chapel on Instagram visit - https://www.instagram.com/godspeakccto To follow Faith Forward on Instagram visit - https://www.instagram.com/faithforward.show/ To follow Faith Forward on X visit - https://x.com/FaithForwardPod

In his sermon "Love Your Enemies," part of his ongoing series on the Sermon on the Mount, Pastor Micah Stephens explores the radical call to love those who oppose us by following Christ’s example—dying for us while we were still God’s enemies. He clarifies that "an eye for an eye" was meant to limit retribution, ensuring punishment fits the crime, not to license unchecked vengeance, while "turning the other cheek" is often misinterpreted as passivity but is actually a strategic de-escalation to break cycles of retaliation. Stephens emphasizes that loving enemies as Jesus did isn’t a path to weakness or abuse but a powerful tactic to reflect Christ’s love, trusting God’s wrath and the Holy Spirit’s conviction to transform lives far beyond what human justice or vengeance could achieve. He urges believers to relinquish personal retaliation, allowing God to work in their enemies’ hearts through love. Verse References: Matthew 5 verses 38-48, Exodus 21 verses 23-25, Proverbs 16 verse 32, Proverbs 26 verse 4, Romans 12 verses 19-21, Acts 20 verse 35, Luke 6 verse 45, 2 Timothy 3 verses 16-27, Romans 5 verse 8 Make sure you subscribe to this channel and follow us on all our platforms to always stay up to date with our latest content! And you can always head over to our website for any general information! https://godspeak.com Prayer/Needs If you have any needs, or have a willingness to be used to meet various need in the body, please email info@godspeak.com. Also, let us know if you need prayer for anything. Giving is part of our worship time, and in this season, the easiest way to do that is online. If you go to our website, godspeak.com, you will see the "Give" tab in the top right corner. Or you can simply click this link https://pushpay.com/g/godspeak Any questions? Please feel free to email us, comment here, or DM us on Instagram any questions that you may have. Please Subscribe to this channel and turn on your notifications to be notified when our Livestreams start so you don't miss out! We hope you are blessed by the service! -The Godspeak Team

Make sure you subscribe to this channel and follow us on all our platforms to always stay up to date with our latest content! And you can always head over to our website for any general information! https://godspeak.com Prayer/Needs If you have any needs, or have a willingness to be used to meet various need in the body, please email info@godspeak.com. Also, let us know if you need prayer for anything. Giving is part of our worship time, and in this season, the easiest way to do that is online. If you go to our website, godspeak.com, you will see the "Give" tab in the top right corner. Or you can simply click this link https://pushpay.com/g/godspeak Any questions? Please feel free to email us, comment here, or DM us on Instagram any questions that you may have. Please Subscribe to this channel and turn on your notifications to be notified when our Livestreams start so you don't miss out! We hope you are blessed by the service! -The Godspeak Team

In this episode of Faith Forward, Pastor Rob McCoy, Pastor Micah Stephens, and Garrett Backstrom unpack President Trump’s March 4th speech to the Joint Session, critiquing the Democrats’ apparent indifference to applauding a child cancer survivor or empathizing with mothers grieving daughters killed by illegal immigrants, suggesting a prioritization of political revolution over genuine American struggles. They also address the "woke right" and its misguided antisemitism, arguing that while Israel, like all nations, is flawed due to human imperfection, it’s inaccurate and unfair to scapegoat Jews for all societal evils. The trio wraps up the discussion with a lighter segment, sharing their favorite book recommendations for viewers, blending political commentary with personal insights in this faith-driven conversation. Make sure you subscribe to this channel and follow us on all our platforms to always stay up to date with our latest content! And you can always head over to our website for any general information! https://godspeak.com Prayer/Needs If you have any needs, or have a willingness to be used to meet various need in the body, please email info@godspeak.com. Also, let us know if you need prayer for anything. Giving is part of our worship time, and in this season, the easiest way to do that is online. If you go to our website, godspeak.com, you will see the "Give" tab in the top right corner. Or you can simply click this link https://pushpay.com/g/godspeak Any questions? Please feel free to email us, comment here, or DM us on Instagram any questions that you may have. Please Subscribe to this channel and turn on your notifications to be notified when our Livestreams start so you don't miss out! We hope you are blessed by the service! -The Godspeak Team Please subscribe to our new Faith Forward YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@FaithForwardshow Please subscribe to our new Faith Forward Rumble Channel - https://rumble.com/user/FaithForwardshow To follow Pastor Rob McCoy on Instagram visit - https://www.instagram.com/robmccoy.us To follow Pastor Micah Stephens on Instagram visit - https://www.instagram.com/micahstephens/ To follow Garrett Backstrom on Instagram visit - https://www.instagram.com/gbackstrom To follow Godspeak Calvary Chapel on Instagram visit - https://www.instagram.com/godspeakccto To follow Faith Forward on Instagram visit - https://www.instagram.com/faithforward.show/ To follow Faith Forward on X visit - https://x.com/FaithForwardPod