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Calvary Chapel Sydney is a church located in Castle Hill, Sydney Australia. We are committed to loving and accepting all people. We are a Christian church and we enjoy a casual, family atmosphere. We teach through the Bible verse by verse to receive the whole counsel of God. Jesus says in Matthew 11:28, “Come to Me, all you who labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” This rest Jesus promises is what we offer to all through the Gospel. Our purpose is to love God, love people, a ...
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In this chapter John observed seven angels emerge from the temple of God in heaven with plagues and receive seven bowls of wrath to pour out on the earth. Martyrs in heaven sang the song of Moses and the Lamb, and they proclaimed the great and marvellous works of God. We who fear God and rejoice in His grace ought to praise and worship God for His …
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Synopsis: This chapter provides additional details by providing an overview of what will come to pass in the future and how Jesus will bring the rule of Satan and conflict to an end with powerful, righteous judgment. God will ensure His people are preserved and blessed while all who oppose and fight against Him will be destroyed forever without rem…
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Synopsis: In this chapter John saw great signs in the heavens that provided additional revelation concerning God's purposes and plans leading up to and during the Great Tribulation. In His wisdom and grace, God has made known things that will take place before the return of Christ and the signs of His coming. In Christ we can rejoice today, for bel…
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Jesus Christ is the original and only Messiah who can never be duplicated, and in his vision John reveals an antichrist will arise who will imitate and impersonate Him--and many will be deceived and worship him. The false prophet will also arise and perform signs by Satan's power, compelling people to worship the image of the beast and receive his …
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An angel directed John to measure the temple, altar and those who worshipped there, and what is measurable can be known. By His grace God has revealed much we do not know, and provided insight into His two witnesses who will prophesy for 42 months in Jerusalem. Their death, resurrection and ascension prompt great praise of God by those who love Him…
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During an interlude between the 6th and 7th trumpet, John saw a another mighty angel who held a little open book. A voice from heaven directed him to eat the book that would be bitter in his stomach but sweet to his taste. God directs us to do the same with His word, to feed on it and be willing and obedient to His voice.Verses in order of appearan…
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Synopsis: God continues to show His authority and power as the fifth and sixth trumpets sound during the Great Tribulation, bringing torments and death like the world has never seen before. Hell and Destruction are before the LORD, and thus He knows the hearts of mankind perfectly. God looks for repentance: does He see it in you?Verses in order of …
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God created the world out of love. We love God because He first loved us. He is our source of love. He has poured love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit. Verses in order of appearance:1 John 4:7,81 John4:19Romans 5:5Revelation 4:11Luke 7:36-50John 10:2-5John 10:27-30Luke 15:3-7 Referenced scriptures not displayedRomans 1:20Matthew 18:10John 10:30 …
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Synopsis: In John's vision, the opening of the seventh seal was followed by silence in heaven and seven angels prepared themselves to sound their trumpets. The four trumpets that sound will bring a world of unprecedented trouble upon the heavens, earth, sea and all living creatures during the Great Tribulation. Placing our faith in Jesus Christ rem…
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Between the opening of the sixth and seventh seal, John observed the sealing of the 144,000 of the tribes of Israel and those who came out of the Great Tribulation who praise the Lamb. The solid foundation of God stands, that the LORD knows who are His. This ought to encourage us in the church who have been raised with Christ and made to stand that…
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Synopsis: John was invited to come and see the corresponding results of the first six seals opened by the Lamb, Jesus Christ. While the Great Tribulation will be a period of intense trouble, it will also result in the salvation of many souls by God's grace. When the world tries in vain to hide from the wrath of the Lamb, believers can stand in fait…
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This chapter is a continuation of the revelation of Jesus Christ in heavenly glory. The Lion of the tribe of Judah and the Root of David alone was found worthy to open the seven seals of the scroll held by God. Jesus the Lamb of God was universally praised because He was worthy to take the scroll and open the seals, having redeemed people of every …
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In a vision, John was caught up into the presence of God in heaven and gives us a earth shattering, eye-witness account of the almighty God on the throne with living creatures and elders worshiping and praising God in unison. Remembering Jesus wore a crown of thorns as He lay down His life to redeem us sinners from death, we ought to joyfully lay a…
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Synopsis: In His address to the lukewarm church of Laodicea, Jesus rebuked and chastened them from a heart of love. While they saw themselves as rich and had need of nothing, Jesus revealed they were miserable, blind, poor and naked! Jesus stands at the door and knocks, and anyone who opens the door to Him by faith will have fellowship with God and…
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Jesus addressed the churches in Sardis and Philadelphia, and He knew their works and how to guide them. The LORD Jesus who established and ordained them also knew the rewards He had for those who overcome through Him. All born-again believers ought to hear what Jesus says and gain a clearer view of how awesome He is.Verses in order of appearance:Jo…
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In the messages of Jesus to the churches in Pergamos and Thyatira, He noted many positive characteristics. However, Jesus also expressed things He had against them that would bring judgment against the guilty. His words that cut like a sharp, two-edged sword are relevant for Christians today, and the wise will repent of sin and hold fast to Him in …
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The risen Jesus Christ has much to say to the church, and those who have ears to hear will heed His voice. In this passage Jesus addressed the churches in Ephesus and Smyrna, providing encouragement, correction and promises to those who overcome by faith in Him, and His words are relevant for us in the church today--for judgment begins in His house…
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Synopsis: The Revelation of Jesus Christ is a book of prophecy in the New Testament written by John the apostle during his exile on the island of Patmos. This revelation concerns what John saw, what was and what will come to pass with Jesus ruling and reigning as our glorious King. Rather than being afraid of what lies ahead, we can shine forth lik…
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Synopsis: In his epistle to the Galatian church, Paul urged believers not to be deceived or to grow weary in doing good. Because the everlasting God is good and does not grow faint, He supplies strength to us to miraculously do good as we wait on Him and hope in His word. Rather than growing weary, we are to take heart and wait patiently for our Go…
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In the conclusion of Paul's second letter to the Thessalonians, he provided practical guidance in keeping Christian traditions given by Christ. Rather than being idle or busybodies, they were to be praying and guided by God's love and patience as they worked--which included warning unruly believers. Knowing the God of peace is faithful to give beli…
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Synopsis: In this chapter Paul comforted troubled believers by reminding them of what he said previously, that before the Day of the LORD there would be clear signs that preceded it--including the Rapture of the church and the revelation of the antichrist. Knowledge of prophetic events and the coming of Jesus ought to comfort believers and compel u…
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In Paul's second letter to the church in Thessalonica, he commended them for their growing faith, love, patience and endurance in tribulations. Paul wrote to encourage believers and correct misunderstandings that arose from his first letter. Knowing Jesus will return to bring vengeance upon unbelievers and the disobedient, Christians ought to live …
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Jesus shows faithfulness to His disciples in the midst of the raging storm despite their lack of faith. As Christians, we can go through “storms” in our lives. However, we have an Almighty God who is always faithful to show His grace and mercy to us in the midst of our trials.Verses in order of appearance: · Matthew 8:23-27· 2 Corinthians 5:7· Matt…
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Synopsis: Even as we who believe have entered into God’s rest, we are exhorted to be diligent to enter and not fall short due to unbelief and the deceitfulness of sin. By faith, we can enter into the fullness of the Christian life.Verses in order of appearance:Hebrews 3:7-19Matt 13:22James 2:18-19Hebrews 4:12-131 Cor 10:12Deuteronomy 1:21-22Numbers…
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In Paul's conclusion to this epistle, he presented clear guidance concerning God's will for Christians to follow as children of the day. Knowing Jesus died for us so we can live together with Him, we are comforted and edified even in the midst of troubles as we rejoice always, pray without ceasing and in everything give thanks.Verses in order of ap…
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In his letter to the church in Thessalonica, Paul urged them to sanctify themselves to increasingly walk in love and holiness before the LORD. He revealed to people who suffered persecution and sorrowed over Christians who had passed away the glorious gathering of all believers to Jesus in the rapture, and urged them to comfort one another with the…
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Paul wrote to the church in Thessalonica to encourage them and that they not be shaken by their afflictions, for they had been appointed to endure and remain fruitful despite affliction. In this world we will have tribulation and afflictions, yet we can be cheerful because Jesus has overcome, is working in and through us for good, and will deliver …
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Synopsis: In his letter to the church of Thessalonica, Paul reminded the church of his suffering, blameless conduct and boldness to share the Gospel of Jesus. Like a loving mother, encouraging father and dear brother, Paul cared for the Thessalonians who were His hope, joy and crown. The word of God that worked in Paul and the Thessalonians also wo…
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After a brief season of ministry spanning weeks in Thessalonica, Paul penned this letter in response to a good report he received from Timothy who consequently visited them. Despite suffering great affliction, the word of God and the faith of the new Christians in Thessalonica sounded forth and their boldness revealed the power of Jesus Christ who …
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Synopsis: In the conclusion to Paul's letter, he personally greeted and commended fellow Christians and faithful labourers in the service to the LORD. Through faith in Jesus who is wisdom for us, believers are enriched by close relationships with God and other believers. We are called to take heed to ourselves that we live for God's glory by obeyin…
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By faith in God, Paul was confident the believers in Rome were spiritually fruitful and capable by the Holy Spirit. Having preached the Gospel in places where Jesus was unknown, Paul expressed his desire to meet with the Romans and be refreshed together by their mutual faith in Jesus. Paul went in the fullness of the blessing of the Gospel of Chris…
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Paul shows how the Gospel and Jesus Christ are to guide and inspire us to live to please others rather than ourselves. Through the patience and comfort of the scriptures we have hope, and this unites Christians to glorify God with one mouth and one mind as Christ's body, the church. Praise our God of hope who fills us with all joy and peace in beli…
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Synopsis: Every Christian has faith and knowledge, and we need guidance from God in our relationships with fellow Christians. Our natural tendency is to judge others rather then humbling ourselves, loving and building others up. By faith in Jesus, we are to resolve to no longer condemn or stumble other Christians but to love them and pursue what ma…
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Synopsis: The Bible is filled with hard sayings that confront us because we need to change, and by the power of Jesus Christ we can learn to walk in the way that pleases God: being subject to authority, honest with our money, giving honour to those honour is due, and loving one another as Jesus loves us. It is time to wake up from sleep, cast off w…
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The Bible contains several accounts of the resurrection of Jesus Christ and how He presented Himself alive to disciples with many infallible proofs. Based on the truth of God's word and the power of the Holy Spirit, we have all confidence our risen Saviour lives. May all the world come to know and believe in Jesus who has overcome sin and death by …
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Jesus was crucified with robbers that seemed beyond saving, but Jesus is a Saviour and KING who lay down His life as a sacrifice for lost sinners in fulfillment of God's promises in Scripture. On Good Friday Jesus died and was buried in a tomb, and thus set the stage to confirm beyond doubt His miraculous resurrection days later.Verses in order of …
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Synopsis: Paul continues his letter to Roman believers with a portrait of what presenting ourselves as living sacrifices to God, being transformed by the renewing of our minds, and doing God's will looks like in relationships with others. We are to love without hypocrisy, for those who love has fulfilled the law. Loving one another with humility is…
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Having established God's mercy and grace extended to all through the Gospel, Paul implores believers to present themselves as living sacrifices to God, being transformed by the renewing of our minds. While this is God's work, followers of Jesus are held responsible to adopt God's perspective and live like the new creatures He has made us, guided by…
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Synopsis: In this chapter, Paul explains God's redemptive purpose in Israel's rejection of Jesus the Messiah, and how by grafting the Gentiles into God's people by the Gospel would draw Israel to Himself for salvation. God had not cut off Israel for rejecting Him, for His gifts and calling are irrevocable. In light of God's wisdom beyond fathom and…
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After Paul established God's sovereignty and choice to offer salvation freely by grace, in this chapter Paul focuses on man's responsibility to respond to the Gospel by faith in Jesus to receive salvation. Though Israel had rejected Jesus God had not cast them off, but as Paul proved by being born again God has reserved for Himself a remnant who wi…
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Synopsis: Paul shifts gears in this chapter to declare that God's word and purposes stand, and how the choices of our sovereign Creator are established by His power according to His wisdom. Paul explained how God's election is not based on the merit of those chosen, but by God to fulfill His purposes from beginning to end. Rather than finding fault…
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Having established there is no condemnation for followers of Jesus Christ, we can rely on the Holy Spirit to sanctify us and helps us in our weaknesses in prayer. We can know all things work together for us, are more than overcomers through Jesus, and nothing can or will ever be able to separate us from the love of God. These Christian privileges a…
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Synopsis: By the resurrection power of Jesus, the Spirit of Christ lives in born-again believers and provides power for us to lead sanctified lives as children of God. What was impossible previously is now miraculously accomplished through the Spirit of God who lives in us and causes the light of Christ's glory to shine through us.Verses in order o…
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Synopsis: Through the Gospel a new way of living has opened to born again Christians, for we are dead to sin and to the law, and are made alive to God now under grace. Trying to overcome indwelling sin by the power of the flesh left us wretched and miserable, but the Gospel frees us from the dominion of the Law of Moses so we are free to serve God …
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We struggle at times thinking we aren't enough and doubt God. In this section of Scripture we find Jesus working in and with people showing the world how much He cares for people. He does this with us more than we know. He provides all we need.Scriptures in order of appearanceMatthew 91 Corinthians 12:4 & 7 (All of these from 1 Corinthians are in t…
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Synopsis: Our sinful and broken world will cause all of us grief and heart-break. Jesus came to heal the broken-hearted. We can know this healing through His Word, His Spirit and His Church. What should we do? ACT. Acknowledge, Cry and Trust.Verses in order of appearance:Pic 1 AdalinePic 2 GazaRom 1:28-32Romans 8:21-22 Pic 3 broken and broken-heart…
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Synopsis: Having established the reign of grace through Jesus, Paul explained the spiritual reality of those who are born again. Christ's death and resurrection demonstrates how Christians have died to sin and are now raised with Jesus to live in newness of life we experience today by the power of the Holy Spirit.Verses in order of appearance:Roman…
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By virtue of what Jesus Christ accomplished, those justified and made righteous by faith in Him are entitled to incredible benefits believers may not have realised: we have peace with God, access by faith into this grace we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God--and much more! Praise the LORD, for where sin abounded grace abounded much mor…
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Synopsis: Having established God made a way to obtain righteousness apart from the works of the Law, Paul showed from the Scripture Abraham and David were justified by faith in God. This has massive implications for people today, for this affirms God imputes righteousness to Jew and Gentile alike by grace through faith in Jesus Christ. What strengt…
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Synopsis: Christmas is a celebration of Jesus Christ coming to earth, the greatest gift ever given. This passage illustrates how God conducted His arrival to earth as a baby and how Joseph, Mary, Simeon, and Anna all harmonised beautifully with the help and guidance of the Holy Spirit to honour Jesus the Saviour Who was born.Verses in order of appe…
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