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The Pastor Theologians PodcastKeep Careful Watch on Your Life | Jim Samra (Preaching and the Pastor Theologian Episode 2)CPT fellow and senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Jim Samra, joins Joel Lawrence and Matt Kim for episode two of Preaching and the Pastor Theologian. Together, they explore the connection between a pastor’s inner life and the ministry of preaching. Samra reflects on the church as a “pillar” and “conduit” between heaven and earth, emphasizing how a preacher’s holiness and attentiveness to God enable this connection. He shares practical rhythms of prayer, fasting, accountability, and sermon preparation rooted in dependence on the Holy Spirit. The conversation also delves into his understanding of prophecy, hearing God’s voice...
2025-10-2949 min
Gull Lake MinistriesGLM #607 - Jim Samra : Being a Drink OfferingJim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife and four kids.
2025-06-2637 minGull Lake MinistriesGLM #606 - Jim Samra : Jesus, The Spirit, & The ChurchJim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife and four kids.
2025-06-2543 minGull Lake MinistriesGLM #605 - Jim Samra : Pouring Out Drink OfferingsJim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife and four kids.
2025-06-2541 minGull Lake MinistriesGLM #604 - Jim Samra : Genesis 28 and Healing the LandJim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife and four kids.
2025-06-2428 minGull Lake MinistriesGLM #603 - Jim Samra : Forgiven by the BloodJim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife and four kids.
2025-06-2336 minGull Lake MinistriesGLM #602 - Jim Samra : The Land Keeps the ScoreJim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife and four kids.
2025-06-2237 min
Calvary ChurchPentecost DevotionalThis devotional looks at the most important date on the church calendar. As we explore the significance of Pentecost, Pastor Jim offers two metaphors to help us recognize the role of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers.
Speaker: Jim Samra, Minister & Senior Pastor
Passage: Acts 2
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on June 8, 2025
2025-06-0822 minCalvary ChurchPentecost DevotionalThis devotional looks at the most important date on the church calendar. As we explore the significance of Pentecost, Pastor Jim offers two metaphors to help us recognize the role of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers.
Speaker: Jim Samra, Minister & Senior Pastor
Passage: Acts 2
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on June 8, 2025
2025-06-0822 min
Calvary ChurchPentecost DevotionalThis devotional looks at the most important date on the church calendar. As we explore the significance of Pentecost, Pastor Jim offers two metaphors to help us recognize the role of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers.
Speaker: Jim Samra, Minister & Senior Pastor
Passage: Acts 2
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on June 8, 2025
2025-06-0822 minGull Lake MinistriesTO STAFF Jim & Lisa Samra : Pride & VowsJim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts a vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife, Lisa and four kids.
2025-06-0557 min
Calvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | How to Win an ArgumentWe live in a culture that thrives on contentious exchanges and vitriolic arguments. In Ecclesiastes 10:1-14, Solomon emphasizes the value of remaining calm in the face of foolish arguments. In this message, Pastor Jim offers us four principles for making our way through these contentious conversations.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 10:1-14a
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on March 30th, 2025.
2025-03-3036 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | How to Win an ArgumentWe live in a culture that thrives on contentious exchanges and vitriolic arguments. In Ecclesiastes 10:1-14, Solomon emphasizes the value of remaining calm in the face of foolish arguments. In this message, Pastor Jim offers us four principles for making our way through these contentious conversations.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 10:1-14a
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on March 30th, 2025.
2025-03-3036 min
Calvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | How to Win an ArgumentWe live in a culture that thrives on contentious exchanges and vitriolic arguments. In Ecclesiastes 10:1-14, Solomon emphasizes the value of remaining calm in the face of foolish arguments. In this message, Pastor Jim offers us four principles for making our way through these contentious conversations.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 10:1-14a
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on March 30th, 2025.
2025-03-3036 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | The Gift of GodIn this sermon, Pastor Jim explores Ecclesiastes 9:18, emphasizing how wisdom is more powerful than weapons of war but can be easily overshadowed by the destructive power of sin. He highlights how just one act of sin can undo the good work of many, illustrating this through biblical and real-life examples. This message challenges believers to pursue godly wisdom and recognize the dangers of allowing sin to corrupt their lives and communities.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 9:18
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on March 23rd, 2025.
2025-03-2336 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | The Gift of GodIn this sermon, Pastor Jim explores Ecclesiastes 9:18, emphasizing how wisdom is more powerful than weapons of war but can be easily overshadowed by the destructive power of sin. He highlights how just one act of sin can undo the good work of many, illustrating this through biblical and real-life examples. This message challenges believers to pursue godly wisdom and recognize the dangers of allowing sin to corrupt their lives and communities.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 9:18
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on March 23rd, 2025.
2025-03-2336 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | The Gift of GodIn this sermon, Pastor Jim explores Ecclesiastes 9:18, emphasizing how wisdom is more powerful than weapons of war but can be easily overshadowed by the destructive power of sin. He highlights how just one act of sin can undo the good work of many, illustrating this through biblical and real-life examples. This message challenges believers to pursue godly wisdom and recognize the dangers of allowing sin to corrupt their lives and communities.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 9:18
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on March 23rd, 2025.
2025-03-2336 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Why is Life So HardWhy do bad things happen to good people? This is the question that confronts us as we experience suffering. In Ecclesiastes 7:15-8:1, Pastor Jim explains how Solomon acknowledges that sin is the root cause of suffering. Despite Solomon’s pursuit of wisdom, he finds no solution within himself, showing us that the ultimate solution is in Jesus.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:15-8:1
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on February 2nd, 2025.
2025-02-0237 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Why is Life So HardWhy do bad things happen to good people? This is the question that confronts us as we experience suffering. In Ecclesiastes 7:15-8:1, Pastor Jim explains how Solomon acknowledges that sin is the root cause of suffering. Despite Solomon’s pursuit of wisdom, he finds no solution within himself, showing us that the ultimate solution is in Jesus.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:15-8:1
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on February 2nd, 2025.
2025-02-0237 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Why is Life So HardWhy do bad things happen to good people? This is the question that confronts us as we experience suffering. In Ecclesiastes 7:15-8:1, Pastor Jim explains how Solomon acknowledges that sin is the root cause of suffering. Despite Solomon’s pursuit of wisdom, he finds no solution within himself, showing us that the ultimate solution is in Jesus.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:15-8:1
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on February 2nd, 2025.
2025-02-0237 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Pining for the Past vs. Hoping for the FutureIt is natural for us to attempt to change the unpleasant situation in which we find ourselves. In this message, we learn that it is pride when we take these matters into our own hands, rather than relying on God. From Ecclesiastes 7:7-9, Jim demonstrates the ways in which patience in such difficult circumstances is better than pride.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:7-9
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 19th, 2025.
2025-01-2636 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Pining for the Past vs. Hoping for the FutureIt is natural for us to attempt to change the unpleasant situation in which we find ourselves. In this message, we learn that it is pride when we take these matters into our own hands, rather than relying on God. From Ecclesiastes 7:7-9, Jim demonstrates the ways in which patience in such difficult circumstances is better than pride.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:7-9
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 19th, 2025.
2025-01-2636 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Pining for the Past vs. Hoping for the FutureIt is natural for us to attempt to change the unpleasant situation in which we find ourselves. In this message, we learn that it is pride when we take these matters into our own hands, rather than relying on God. From Ecclesiastes 7:7-9, Jim demonstrates the ways in which patience in such difficult circumstances is better than pride.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:7-9
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 19th, 2025.
2025-01-2636 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Patience is Better Than PrideIt is natural for us to attempt to change the unpleasant situation in which we find ourselves. In this message, we learn that it is pride when we take these matters into our own hands, rather than relying on God. From Ecclesiastes 7:7-9, Jim demonstrates the ways in which patience in such difficult circumstances is better than pride.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:7-9
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 19th, 2025.
2025-01-1932 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Patience is Better Than PrideIt is natural for us to attempt to change the unpleasant situation in which we find ourselves. In this message, we learn that it is pride when we take these matters into our own hands, rather than relying on God. From Ecclesiastes 7:7-9, Jim demonstrates the ways in which patience in such difficult circumstances is better than pride.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:7-9
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 19th, 2025.
2025-01-1932 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Patience is Better Than PrideIt is natural for us to attempt to change the unpleasant situation in which we find ourselves. In this message, we learn that it is pride when we take these matters into our own hands, rather than relying on God. From Ecclesiastes 7:7-9, Jim demonstrates the ways in which patience in such difficult circumstances is better than pride.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:7-9
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 19th, 2025.
2025-01-1932 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | The Blessings of Troubles, Difficulties and Struggles in LifeIn life we experience lots of struggles and difficulties. In Ecclesiastes 7: 1-6 Pastor Jim identifies 4 blessings that come through suffering! We are challenged to lean into God amid the struggle reminding us that God ordains our path drawing us closer to him.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:1-6
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 12th, 2025.
2025-01-1236 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | The Blessings of Troubles, Difficulties and Struggles in LifeIn life we experience lots of struggles and difficulties. In Ecclesiastes 7: 1-6 Pastor Jim identifies 4 blessings that come through suffering! We are challenged to lean into God amid the struggle reminding us that God ordains our path drawing us closer to him.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:1-6
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 12th, 2025.
2025-01-1236 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | The Blessings of Troubles, Difficulties and Struggles in LifeIn life we experience lots of struggles and difficulties. In Ecclesiastes 7: 1-6 Pastor Jim identifies 4 blessings that come through suffering! We are challenged to lean into God amid the struggle reminding us that God ordains our path drawing us closer to him.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 7:1-6
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on January 12th, 2025.
2025-01-1236 min
Fellowship Bible Church ConwayJUDE: FIGHT FOR THE FAITH AGAINST FALSE TEACHERS - A Survey of the BibleJUDE: FIGHT FOR FAITH AGAINST FALSE TEACHERS A Survey of the BibleFor the Bulletin in PDF form, click here. Message SlidesJude ChartJude and the Epistle to Jude - Baker Illustrated Bible DictionaryInsights on Jude - J. Daryl CharlesIntroduction to Jude - Jim SamraSurvey and Theological Insights on Jude - Jim SamraBrief Insights on Revelation #1 - Michael HeiserBrief Insights on Revelation #2 - Michael HeiserContext: Who, Where, When, and Why?
2024-11-1700 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Comfort for the OppressedIn this sermon, Jim preaches on Ecclesiastes 4:1-3. We are reminded of how oppression is very present in the world. We discover that our call as a church is to draw attention to cases of oppression, to call people to repentance, and to comfort the oppressed.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 4:1-3
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on November 17th, 2024.
2024-11-1729 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Comfort for the OppressedIn this sermon, Jim preaches on Ecclesiastes 4:1-3. We are reminded of how oppression is very present in the world. We discover that our call as a church is to draw attention to cases of oppression, to call people to repentance, and to comfort the oppressed.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 4:1-3
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on November 17th, 2024.
2024-11-1729 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Comfort for the OppressedIn this sermon, Jim preaches on Ecclesiastes 4:1-3. We are reminded of how oppression is very present in the world. We discover that our call as a church is to draw attention to cases of oppression, to call people to repentance, and to comfort the oppressed.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 4:1-3
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on November 17th, 2024.
2024-11-1729 min
Good Revenue News59 | ⚠️ The Brutal Truth About Corporate Innovation: Why Big Banks Can’t Move Fast Enough 🏦 with Jazz Samra (Wells Fargo)Jazz Samra, Head of Innovation and Strategic Partnerships at Wells Fargo, is an expert in fostering collaboration with tech companies and venture capital firms.In this episode of Good Revenue, host Neeta Bidwai and Jazz cover:• Key global trends shaping the financial services sector• Opportunities for innovation in collective banking and generational wealth transfer• Wells Fargo's five principles for driving innovation• The balance between centralized and decentralized innovation approaches• The importance of customer focus and product-led innovation• The concept of the 'middle path' to innovation...
2024-11-1229 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Human Beings Not Human AnimalsThis sermon explores Ecclesiastes 3:18-22, where Solomon reflects on the similarities between humans and animals. However, Pastor Jim emphasizes the distinction of humans from animals by explaining what it means to be made in the image of God. We realize that humans are made for relationship, dominion, and to be indwelled by God. As we walk by the Holy Spirt, we understand the privilege of what it means to be truly human.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 3:18-22
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on November 10th, 2024.
2024-11-1033 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Human Beings Not Human AnimalsThis sermon explores Ecclesiastes 3:18-22, where Solomon reflects on the similarities between humans and animals. However, Pastor Jim emphasizes the distinction of humans from animals by explaining what it means to be made in the image of God. We realize that humans are made for relationship, dominion, and to be indwelled by God. As we walk by the Holy Spirt, we understand the privilege of what it means to be truly human.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 3:18-22
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on November 10th, 2024.
2024-11-1033 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Human Beings Not Human AnimalsThis sermon explores Ecclesiastes 3:18-22, where Solomon reflects on the similarities between humans and animals. However, Pastor Jim emphasizes the distinction of humans from animals by explaining what it means to be made in the image of God. We realize that humans are made for relationship, dominion, and to be indwelled by God. As we walk by the Holy Spirt, we understand the privilege of what it means to be truly human.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 3:18-22
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on November 10th, 2024.
2024-11-1033 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Eternity in Our HeartsIn Ecclesiastes 3:9-14 and John 1, Pastor Jim explains how the eternal God places eternity in our hearts. Everything God does lasts forever, and that includes the endurance of our souls. We recognize that our response to Jesus is directly linked to how we spend eternity.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 3:9-14
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on October 27th, 2024.
2024-10-2733 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Eternity in Our HeartsIn Ecclesiastes 3:9-14 and John 1, Pastor Jim explains how the eternal God places eternity in our hearts. Everything God does lasts forever, and that includes the endurance of our souls. We recognize that our response to Jesus is directly linked to how we spend eternity.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 3:9-14
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on October 27th, 2024.
2024-10-2733 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Eternity in Our HeartsIn Ecclesiastes 3:9-14 and John 1, Pastor Jim explains how the eternal God places eternity in our hearts. Everything God does lasts forever, and that includes the endurance of our souls. We recognize that our response to Jesus is directly linked to how we spend eternity.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 3:9-14
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on October 27th, 2024.
2024-10-2733 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Be a River, Not a LakeIn Ecclesiastes 1:1-11, Solomon declares that he feels like everything is meaningless, a sentiment we can all resonate with. As explore this passage together, Pastor Jim helps us see that God is always doing something new, he meets us where we are, and he wants to transform our lakes into rivers.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 1:1-11
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on September 15th, 2024.
2024-09-1540 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Be a River, Not a LakeIn Ecclesiastes 1:1-11, Solomon declares that he feels like everything is meaningless, a sentiment we can all resonate with. As explore this passage together, Pastor Jim helps us see that God is always doing something new, he meets us where we are, and he wants to transform our lakes into rivers.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 1:1-11
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on September 15th, 2024.
2024-09-1540 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Be a River, Not a LakeIn Ecclesiastes 1:1-11, Solomon declares that he feels like everything is meaningless, a sentiment we can all resonate with. As explore this passage together, Pastor Jim helps us see that God is always doing something new, he meets us where we are, and he wants to transform our lakes into rivers.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Ecclesiastes 1:1-11
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on September 15th, 2024.
2024-09-1540 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Faith for LifeIn this message, Pastor Jim began a new sermon series on the book of Ecclesiastes. The story of Naaman and Elisha, found in 2 Kings 5, is used to reveal the message of Ecclesiastes. Through this passage, we find that true meaning for our lives is found in faith and obedience to God.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Second Kings 5
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on September 8th, 2024.
2024-09-0846 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Faith for LifeIn this message, Pastor Jim began a new sermon series on the book of Ecclesiastes. The story of Naaman and Elisha, found in 2 Kings 5, is used to reveal the message of Ecclesiastes. Through this passage, we find that true meaning for our lives is found in faith and obedience to God.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Second Kings 5
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on September 8th, 2024.
2024-09-0846 minCalvary ChurchDivine Reconstruction | Faith for LifeIn this message, Pastor Jim began a new sermon series on the book of Ecclesiastes. The story of Naaman and Elisha, found in 2 Kings 5, is used to reveal the message of Ecclesiastes. Through this passage, we find that true meaning for our lives is found in faith and obedience to God.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Second Kings 5
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on September 8th, 2024.
2024-09-0846 min
Calvary ChurchRace and Ethnicity | Love Your NeighborIn this message, we look at how Jesus demonstrates for us true love for neighbor, which asks what is the most that I can do for someone and still meet the other obligations that I have. Pastor Jim walks through multiple examples in the life of Jesus that show how he loved his neighbors with regard to race and ethnicity. As we leave, we are encouraged to go and do likewise.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Luke 10:25-37
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on August 25th, 2024.
2024-08-2541 minCalvary ChurchRace and Ethnicity | Love Your NeighborIn this message, we look at how Jesus demonstrates for us true love for neighbor, which asks what is the most that I can do for someone and still meet the other obligations that I have. Pastor Jim walks through multiple examples in the life of Jesus that show how he loved his neighbors with regard to race and ethnicity. As we leave, we are encouraged to go and do likewise.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Luke 10:25-37
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on August 25th, 2024.
2024-08-2541 min
Calvary ChurchRace and Ethnicity | Love Your NeighborIn this message, we look at how Jesus demonstrates for us true love for neighbor, which asks what is the most that I can do for someone and still meet the other obligations that I have. Pastor Jim walks through multiple examples in the life of Jesus that show how he loved his neighbors with regard to race and ethnicity. As we leave, we are encouraged to go and do likewise.
Speaker: Minister & Senior Pastor, Jim Samra
Passage: Luke 10:25-37
This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on August 25th, 2024.
2024-08-2541 minGull Lake MinistriesTO STAFF Jim Samra - Fighting PrideJim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts a vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife and four kids.
2024-07-0928 min
Spirit Anointed Leadership094: The Pursuit of Wisdom - With Pastor Jim Samra In this podcast, Jim Samra, pastor of Calvary Church, explores why Solomon's request for wisdom didn't lead to lasting peace, contrasting his choices with those of other biblical figures like Moses, Elisha, and David, whose desires for God’s presence brought them true fulfillment. Discover the difference between earthly wisdom and divine wisdom, and how true peace is found not in the pursuit of wisdom as a concept, but in seeking the Person of Wisdom Himself. Show Notes & Resources: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FXmbHEAtV08kq7bWNyhDwFGrNcotK3GD/view?usp=sharing
2024-06-0326 min
The Stewardship ProjectAfterthoughts - Technology: How to use the tool and avoid the temptation with Jim SamraJoin Sean and Andrew as they breakdown their conversation with Jim Samra about technology. They talk through screen time, the theology of technology, and the practical ways we can approach being better stewards of technology.
2024-05-1436 minThe Stewardship ProjectTechnology: How to use the tool and avoid the temptation with Jim SamraDive into our latest episode as we explore the nexus of stewardship and technology with the insightful Jim Samra. Discover theological considerations and practical insights for navigating the digital landscape responsibly. Join us for a captivating conversation on leveraging technology for positive impact while maintaining our Christian witness.
2024-05-0847 minSpirit Anointed Leadership086: Jim Samra’s Ministry Journey / Pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, MI What would you do if someone told you never to preach again? In today’s episode, Jim Samra proves that the ministry journey is often filled with many twists and turns and unexpected surprises. From dealing with doubts in faith to discovering his personal ministry call to now pastoring one of the largest and most historic churches in Grand Rapids, MI, Jim shares his ministry journey from coming to faith, being called into ministry, and now being the lead pastor of Calvary Church. https://calvarygr.org/
2024-04-0831 minThe Pastor Theologians PodcastBecoming a Pastor Theologian | Jim SamraJoel Lawrence and Zach Wagner host Jim Samra as he tells his story of becoming a pastor theologian. Jim tells the story of his conversion to Christ and how the Lord led him through a series of unique and critical moments in his life to direct him to pursue a PhD at Oxford and eventually the pastorate.Living Church - Awe and Presence
2023-11-271h 17Gull Lake Ministries6.18 Jim Samra - God's Faithfulness - ForgivenessThis message is part of a sermon series titled The Faithfulness of God.
Jim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts a vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife and four kid...
2023-06-2929 minGull Lake Ministries6.17 Jim Samra - God's Faithfulness - GrowthThis message is part of a sermon series titled The Faithfulness of God.
Jim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts a vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife and four kid...
2023-06-2859 minGull Lake Ministries6.16 Jim Samra - God's Faithfulness - Spiritual WarefareThis message is part of a sermon series titled The Faithfulness of God.
Jim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts a vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife and four kid...
2023-06-2841 minGull Lake MinistriesTO STAFF Jim Samra - Pride Part 2An extended conversation about pride, given to our college staff.
Jim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts a vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife and four kids.
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2023-06-2731 minGull Lake Ministries6.15 Jim Samra - God's Faithfulness - TemptationThis message is part of a sermon series titled The Faithfulness of God.
Jim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts a vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife and four kid...
2023-06-2744 minGull Lake Ministries6.14 Jim Samra - God's Faithfulness: When and HowThis message is part of a sermon series titled The Faithfulness of God.
Jim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts a vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife and four kid...
2023-06-2647 minGull Lake Ministries6.13 Jim Samra - God's Faithfulness: The ChurchThis message is part of a sermon series titled The Faithfulness of God.
Jim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts a vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife and four kid...
2023-06-2547 minThe Stewardship ProjectAfterthoughts - Stewarding your Church with Jim SamraJoin Sean and Andrew as they breakdown their conversation with Jim Samra. From thoughts to practical application, Afterthoughts is all about what you do with what the experts say.
2022-10-3129 min
The Grand Awakening PodcastJim Samra is optimistic that the American Church will repent and have positive impactJim Samra serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church where his main responsibility is to lead others in worship of God. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of several books. His most recent publication is an allegory style novel entitled "Passage to the House of Power: a Prophetic Parable" Jim holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan, a Master of Theology in New Testament and Pastoral Ministries from Dallas Theological Seminary and a Doctor of Philosophy in New Testament from the University of Oxford in England."...
2022-09-2327 min
grandawakeningJim Samra is optimistic that the American Church will repent and have positive impactJim Samra serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church where his main responsibility is to lead others in worship of God. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of several books. His most recent publication is an allegory style novel entitled “Passage to the House of Power: a Prophetic Parable” Jim holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan, a Master of Theology in New Testament and Pastoral Ministries from Dallas Theological Seminary and a Doctor of Philosophy in New Testament from the University of Oxford in England.” Jim and hi...
2022-09-2327 minGull Lake MinistriesTO STAFF - Jim & Lisa Samra - Learning to PrayA message to college staff from Jim and Lisa Samra on the importance of going to church.
Jim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts a vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his...
2022-07-1646 min
Gull Lake MinistriesTO STAFF: Jim Samra - Why Church?A message to college staff from Pastor Jim Samra on the importance of going to church.
Jim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts a vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wif...
2022-06-2833 minGull Lake Ministries4.17 Jim Samra - The Rewards Of DiscipleshipIn this series, Pastor Jim Samra teams up with Eric Lapata to use scenes and stories from the Gospels to get back to what biblical discipleship looks like.
Jim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts a vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than ser...
2021-07-0139 minGull Lake Ministries4.15 Jim Samra - The Dangers Of DiscipleshipIn this series, Pastor Jim Samra teams up with Eric Lapata to use scenes and stories from the Gospels to get back to what biblical discipleship looks like.
Jim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts a vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than ser...
2021-06-3043 minGull Lake Ministries4.13 Jim Samra - The Turning Point in DiscipleshipIn this series, Pastor Jim Samra teams up with Eric Lapata to use scenes and stories from the Gospels to get back to what biblical discipleship looks like.
Jim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts a vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than ser...
2021-06-2845 min
Rev. Bidonbok SyiemDevotional 15.12.20.Devotional (15th December 2020)
Topic (14th- 20th December, 2020) – “Ka Jingaisngewbha ka jong U Blei” (God’s Gift)
“Bad ia phi, kiba la long mynno mynno ruh ki khan soh syiem bad ki nongshun ha la ki jingmut ha ki kam basniew jong phi, hynrei mynta u la pyniasuk noh, ha ka met ka doh jong u da ka jingiap, ia kaban pynieng ia phi kiba khuid bad kiba khlem pop bad kiba khlem jingduna ha khmat jong u.” (Kolossai 1:21-22)
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Bunsien haba ka Khristmas ka wan ngi pyrkhat beit ia ki jingaisngewbha (gift), ngi ju ong ruh ba ka Khristmas ka dei ka por b...
2020-12-1404 minGull Lake Ministries3.35 Jim Samra - Hearing from God through Casting LotsThis episode is part of a sermon series on decisions.
Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa and dad to four children. He has the privilege to serve as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan where his main responsibility is to lead others in worship of God. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God Told Me, The Gift of Church and Being Conformed to Christ...
2020-07-2343 minGull Lake Ministries3.34 Jim Samra - Hearing from God on TravelThis episode is part of a sermon series on decisions.
Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa and dad to four children. He has the privilege to serve as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan where his main responsibility is to lead others in worship of God. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God Told Me, The Gift of Church and Being Conformed to Christ...
2020-07-2235 minGull Lake Ministries3.33 Jim Samra - Hearing from God through WisdomThis episode is part of a sermon series on decisions.
Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa and dad to four children. He has the privilege to serve as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan where his main responsibility is to lead others in worship of God. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God Told Me, The Gift of Church and Being Conformed to Christ...
2020-07-2244 minGull Lake MinistriesTO STAFF: Jim Samra - COVID & The Biblical NarrativeThis message was a short sermon on COVID and how it fits into the Biblical Narrative given to our college staff.
Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa and dad to four children. He has the privilege to serve as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan where his main responsibility is to lead others in worship of God. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God...
2020-07-2131 minGull Lake Ministries3.32 Jim Samra - Hearing from God through Signs & CircumstancesThis episode is part of a sermon series on decisions.
Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa and dad to four children. He has the privilege to serve as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan where his main responsibility is to lead others in worship of God. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God Told Me, The Gift of Church and Being Conformed to Christ...
2020-07-2135 minGull Lake Ministries3.31 Jim Samra - Hearing from God through ScriptureThis episode is part of a sermon series on decisions.
Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa and dad to four children. He has the privilege to serve as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan where his main responsibility is to lead others in worship of God. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God Told Me, The Gift of Church and Being Conformed to Christ...
2020-07-2031 minGull Lake Ministries3.30 Jim Samra - Inquiring of the LordThis episode is part of a sermon series on decisions.
Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa and dad to four children. He has the privilege to serve as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan where his main responsibility is to lead others in worship of God. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God Told Me, The Gift of Church and Being Conformed to Christ i...
2020-07-1946 min
Stacked Keys PodcastEpisode 52 -- Author and International Speaker, Samra Zafar --Emotional SafetyThis is an award winning author and international speaker who classifies herself as a social justice warrior who’s out to touch lives and impact people. I am thrilled to introduce you to Samra Zafar, our guest on this episode. Her difficult journey as a child bride and domestic abuse survivor pushed her hard to get control of her own life and her drive to get an incredible education brought her into the life she has today. We talk about her fears, her drive and passion for life today. With all she is involved in she finds time for herself an...
2020-06-121h 08The Pastor Theologians PodcastPandemic or Plague – Where Is God in Coronavirus? | Jim SamraWhat is God doing in/with/through this global crisis? In this episode we are joined by CPT fellow Jim Samra, Senior Pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, MI. We explore difficult and complex questions related to how Christians should think and speak of the activity of God in moments of crisis and suffering. How do we prepare God’s people for suffering and uncertainty? Once the a season of suffering has arrived, what is the pastor’s role in encouraging, supporting, and shepherding the sufferer?Living Church - Awe and Presence
2020-04-2046 min
Hole in My Heart PodcastEpisode 100: How to Hear God with Jim SamraMany people abuse hearing from God. But just because they misuse the process, does it mean we shouldn't engage?
Jim Samra, someone who literally wrote the book about it, helps us to think about how we can wisely approach listening to God. (And that book title is pretty funny: 'God Told Me: Who to Marry, Where to Work, Which Car to Buy ... And I'm Pretty Sure I'm Not Crazy.')
Jim also guides us through questions such as, "How mature do you have to be to hear from God?" "What if you are living in...
2019-11-1551 min
The Basic Income PodcastSukhi Samra: Early Results From The Stockton Economic Empowerment DemonstrationThe Stockton SEED demonstration has drawn national attention as a modern basic income trial. Recently, we got the first reports from basic recipients there, who are receiving $500 a month, funded by the Economic Security Project. The results back up a lot of what we've already seen from cash transfer trials, but we also have some powerful stories of personal transformation, assisted by the extra cash. These stories provide powerful first hand accounts of what a little economic security can do. Sukhi Samra, Director of the Stockton Economic Empowerment Demonstration, joined the podcast to talk about what we've seen so far...
2019-11-1015 minGull Lake Ministries1.41 Jim Samra 2018 Part 6Dr. Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa, and dad to four children. He serves as the Senior Pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God Told Me, The Gift of Church, and Being Conformed to Christ in Community.
2018-07-2743 minGull Lake Ministries1.40 Jim Samra 2018 Part 5Dr. Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa, and dad to four children. He serves as the Senior Pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God Told Me, The Gift of Church, and Being Conformed to Christ in Community.
2018-07-2642 minGull Lake Ministries1.39 Jim Samra 2018 Part 4Dr. Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa, and dad to four children. He serves as the Senior Pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God Told Me, The Gift of Church, and Being Conformed to Christ in Community.
2018-07-2550 minGull Lake Ministries1.38 Jim Samra 2018 Part 3Dr. Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa, and dad to four children. He serves as the Senior Pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God Told Me, The Gift of Church, and Being Conformed to Christ in Community.
2018-07-2438 minGull Lake Ministries1.37 Jim Samra 2018 Part 2Dr. Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa, and dad to four children. He serves as the Senior Pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God Told Me, The Gift of Church, and Being Conformed to Christ in Community.
2018-07-2348 minGull Lake Ministries1.36 Jim Samra 2018 Part 1Dr. Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa, and dad to four children. He serves as the Senior Pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God Told Me, The Gift of Church, and Being Conformed to Christ in Community.
2018-07-2254 minGull Lake MinistriesTO STAFF: Jim Samra - PrideJim serves as the senior pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan leading others in the worship of God. He also casts a vision for a ministry of Calvary Church called the Jerusalem Project, which advances Christ’s church through planting new churches, strengthening established churches and training church leaders. Jim is the author of several books including The Gift of Church and God Told Me. Other than serving God in ministry, his greatest joy and privilege is loving his wife, Lisa, and four kids.
2018-06-031h 01
Calvary ChurchLIVING BY FAITH: Ten Commandments of Love - Be SincerePastor Jim Samra begins a 10 part series on God's 10 Commandments of Love found in Romans 12. Pastor Jim describes what is meant for love to be sincere and warns us about the dangers of hypocrisy in our relationships with God and one another.
2016-11-1338 min
Calvary ChurchLIVING BY FAITH: Ten Commandments of Love - Be SincerePastor Jim Samra begins a 10 part series on God's 10 Commandments of Love found in Romans 12. Pastor Jim describes what is meant for love to be sincere and warns us about the dangers of hypocrisy in our relationships with God and one another.
2016-11-1338 minCalvary ChurchLIVING BY FAITH: Ten Commandments of Love - Be SincerePastor Jim Samra begins a 10 part series on God's 10 Commandments of Love found in Romans 12. Pastor Jim describes what is meant for love to be sincere and warns us about the dangers of hypocrisy in our relationships with God and one another.
2016-11-1338 minCalvary ChurchLIVING BY FAITH: Living Sacrifices - Something We LoveWhat does it mean to sacrifice for God? In this message Pastor Jim Samra continues his series on sacrifice from Romans 12 by examining the story of Abraham and Isaac in Genesis 22. Pastor Jim explains the many valuable lessons we can learn for this story and ultimately why we can trust God even when we are asked to sacrifice things that are of great value.
2016-10-0941 minCalvary ChurchLIVING BY FAITH: Living Sacrifices - Something We LoveWhat does it mean to sacrifice for God? In this message Pastor Jim Samra continues his series on sacrifice from Romans 12 by examining the story of Abraham and Isaac in Genesis 22. Pastor Jim explains the many valuable lessons we can learn for this story and ultimately why we can trust God even when we are asked to sacrifice things that are of great value.
2016-10-0941 minGull Lake MinistriesDr. Jim Samra 2016 Part 6Dr. Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa, and dad to four children. He serves as the Senior Pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God Told Me, The Gift of Church, and Being Conformed to Christ in Community.
2016-07-2839 minGull Lake MinistriesDr. Jim Samra 2016 Part 5Dr. Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa, and dad to four children. He serves as the Senior Pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God Told Me, The Gift of Church, and Being Conformed to Christ in Community.
2016-07-2744 minGull Lake MinistriesDr. Jim Samra 2016 Part 4Dr. Jim Samra is a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, husband to Lisa, and dad to four children. He serves as the Senior Pastor of Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jim holds various degrees in ministry and philosophy from Dallas Theological Seminary and Oxford Seminary. In addition to published articles and book reviews, he is the author of God Told Me, The Gift of Church, and Being Conformed to Christ in Community.
2016-07-2738 min