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Calvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastMore Than a FeelingSend a textSome people may associate the Holy Spirit with a "feeling" they get when they pray or encounter God - and certainly there are many times that we can feel His presence and influence - but the Holy Spirit is FAR MORE than just a "feeling" - He is the Third Member of the Trinity, and among many things, He is the source of our power, our freedom and our boldness!! Join us as Pastor Michael teaches the power of "stepping into the powerful and liberating wind" of the Holy Spirit!
2026-03-1649 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastWaiting WellSend a text What is it that you truly want?? It is waiting that exposes our true desires, and what we worship. God's people in the OT, NT - and today - will have seasons to wait on God.. and during those waits we will press into selfish desires - or surrendered desires! Join us as Pastor Michael unpacks for us how to Wait Well on God!!
2026-03-0354 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastRide or DieSend a textWhen God's perfect loyalty to us fills us - it calls out the warrior in us. When we respond with faith, the Spirit ignites our courage. We don’t just survive the battle—we become fierce, unshakable, ready to storm the Gates of Hell, and stand firm no matter what comes. Armor up and join us Sunday morning as Pastor Michael teaches the truths of God's shield and buckler!
2026-02-0436 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastDo You Hear What I Hear?Send a textWhat a privilege to know that we serve a God who hears us when we call!! But... are we hearing HIM when He speaks to us?? What if God asked us the questions in the Christmas song: "Do you hear what I hear, see what I see, know what I know??" Join us Sunday morning at 10am as Pastor Michael delivers a message about the critical perspective God is continually trying to share with us!
2025-12-2943 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastA Family ChristmasSend a textJoin us for a special service, highlighting our Calvary Kids, families and a special devotional conversation with the Ciociola Family.
2025-12-241h 17Calvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastSo What's the Difference?Send a textThis weekend, 10's of thousands will be celebrating a religion this weekend.. and some may not be sure that there isn't a huge difference between theirs and ours. After all they follow only one "god", right? Some even in Christianity are hearing that Jesus wasn't really human, or wasn't the Son of God... and that we all follow the "same God". SO - what IS the difference? Pastor Michael unpacks the differences in this informative message.
2025-11-0444 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastWarrior Ethos: No RetreatSend a textFor a long time, the Church has been fighting in Defense Mode - but that's not what we were placed here to do: God intends that we fight on the Offense! The Warrior Ethos is one of fighting to win - without retreat! Today Pastor Michael walks through the Armor of God and our Offensive battle plan - the enemy is in full attack. And it's beyond time to take our stand - and fight back!!
2025-10-0753 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastHow it EndsSend a textIn Isaiah 40, we see a beautiful invitation that is given to the nation of Israel AND to each of us personally. It's an invitation to leave behind the past, the struggles, the pain and challenges - and to experience His comfort and His renewal. As we "Prepare the way of the Lord" - we prepare ourselves for His glory and restoration! Join us as Pastor Michael unpacks the promises of Isaiah 40.
2025-09-0950 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastStand Your GroundSend a textShammah knew a thing or two about standing his ground in the heat of battle - literally. You and I are also in the fight... and like Shammah, our little "ground" may seem insignificant to others, it may appear we are fighting for it alone, it may look like it will never end, or that we are hopelessly outnumbered: BUT. GOD!! Join us Sunday morning as Pastor Michael digs into Shammah's story and the secret to Standing Our Ground, in a day when most are running for "Safety".
2025-08-1354 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastKingdom Come Part 2: StaySend a textIn a continuation message of the Kingdom that Jesus established after His resurrection, Pastor Michael will dive into the intriguing story of Rahab: the woman who chose her loyalties, her God, and kept her family under the red mark and the House of Protection. Godly moms must do the same today: to stay loyal to God’s people, to the true God, keep their family under the blood and STAYING in the House!
2025-06-1848 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastKingdom Come Part 3: GoSend a textAre you really living? Most people in this world... even many of those who are trying to Go and Do the things God told us to do... are in truth, actually living for themselves. Those who have learned the secret of REALLY living - living the eternal life that Jesus offers - are those who have learned to die.... To die to themselves and to Go and Do all things in love: for God and for everyone around them. Join us as Pastor Michael continues the Kingdom Come series with secret of: GO!
2025-06-1850 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastKingdom Come Part 1Send a textThe Lord Jesus planted the flag of His Kingdom at the Resurrection. Now, let's unpack the mission! Join us as Pastor Michael begins a series on Jesus and what happened during His 40 days on earth after the Resurrection!
2025-06-1840 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastFellowship of the KingSend a textEven in the greatest of suffering and soul-crushing sorrow - Jesus wanted us to be near Him: “My soul is consumed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with Me.” The ultimate achievement of the cross is not just freedom from sickness… but also fellowship with God! Join us for a beautiful message as Pastor Michael unpacks the power of the cross and suffering - which brings us into the Fellowship of the King.
2025-04-1645 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastDo You Dig?Send a textIsaac discovered that finding water in a famine takes hard work, constant maintenance - and even fighting off the enemy. But when he made the effort to dig - God blessed him abundantly! Jesus offers us living water, even through life's worst famines - but it's up to us to dig, to fight - to not give up. Join us as Pastor Michael "digs" into the Word with us!
2025-01-2149 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastNeeding NothingSend a textGod is in need of… Nothing!! But it is OUR needs that define us. Our needs are a blessing, because they draw us to Him! Blessed are those who hunger for righteousness.Pastor Michael unpacks the truths that: when we look to any sources, other than the Needless One… we will end up empty, every time.
2025-01-1555 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastNever Not EnoughSend a textThe disciples thought that the little food they have was not enough to feed the crowd - BUT God! See, what they didn't know yet was: when we have Jesus, it's Never Not Enough!! Like the wedding guests at Cana learned - the miracle comes when we are at the end of our resources.. the end of our abilities, our strength, our talent, time, treasure... when WE are not enough - HE is more than enough!! Join us as Pastor Michael dives into the most unforgettable picnic in history!
2024-08-0656 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastRestoring REAL-ationshipsSend a textCan we talk about relationships? The stats are everywhere: Loneliness, disconnection, shallow communication, disposable friendships, dismantling marriages... more than ever, we feel within our own hearts the cry of Proverbs 20:6: "Many claim to have unfailing love, but a faithful man, who can find?"Just us Sunday morning at 10am as Pastor Michael unpacks the critical need to get REAL... To restore what God intended for us from the very beginning the Garden: REAL-ationships!
2024-07-1749 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastRestoring REAL-ationships, Family EditionSend a textHuman Relationships are God's original, beautiful and powerful idea. In Pastor Michael's first message in this series, he covered the first intra-human relationship that God created: Marriage. Today he covers: Family. When God established the nation of Israel, He gave them guidelines for families to grow, to invest in one another and to reflect His love. Join us as we unpack God's biblical designs for families!
2024-07-1744 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastPurpose in the PrisonSend a textPaul, the one who, through the Spirit’s inspiration, wrote that “God works all things for the good… of those who are called according to His purpose…” understood and lived this spiritual law of God’s purpose. Even when in prison - He knew God was at work… and He is at work in YOUR life too! Join us as Pastor Michael unpacks a powerful Word!
2024-07-0950 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastThe Fight in the DogSend a textIt's not the size of the dog in the fight... it's the size of the fight in the dog. Many of us have heard this truth before - but there was undoubtedly a critical moment in King Jehoash's life that he wished he had heard - and understood - this truth also!! Have a problem chasing you down, snarling like a vicious dog?? It's not the size of your problem - it's the God inside of you that will always have the final word!! Join us as Pastor Michael encourages us to not back down...
2024-06-2048 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastYou're ItSend a textJesus told us: YOU are the light of the world. A city set on a hill ... and Jesus directed us in this same passage that our light must shine before people in such a way that they may see our good works - and glorify our Father! If we are looking for the light of Jesus to break through the darkness in our city, families, neighborhood and world - WE are it! Join us as Pastor Michael "plugs us in" to the source of our light - the living Word, Jesus!
2024-03-2748 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastThe Power of Our Words, Part 2Send a textThere are 10 deadly sins that we - yes, followers of Jesus - can commit with our mouths. In this powerful message, Pastor Ciociola breaks down the top 10 deadly Word-Related-Sins, Scripture's warnings and instructions - and how to keep our mouths from speaking this poison!
2024-03-0559 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastHot or Not?Send a textWhich is it? The (true) answer to that question about our Love and the condition of our hearts is already - and will be all the more before Jesus returns - a CRITICAL one. It is actually one of Jesus' most important signs of the End Times... the hearts of many will turn cold. Many whose hearts once blazed with love for Jesus and for others. Join us as Pastor Michael helps us to take the temperature of our hearts.
2024-02-2252 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastCrisis to ComebackSend a textWhat little you have to offer - although it falls so very short of what is needed - is more than enough in God’s miraculous hands. This past week around the world, Jewish people celebrated Hanukkah and remembered a similar miracle. In the days of the Maccabees, when they were attacked, oppressed and fighting back (like they are today)… God made one day’s worth of oil miraculously last for 8… and turned a crisis into a comeback!! Join us as Pastor Michael unpacks how God still does that for His people today!!
2023-12-1953 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastThanksgiving Equals HappinessSend a textThere are many unhappy people out there today… and one of the biggest reasons- they have lost the ability to be grateful. Even in the storms and tough days, we have much to be grateful for. And it’s learning to give thanks in those seasons that strengthens our deepest joys - because our happiness is anchored in all that we have in Christ, not in this world! Join us as Pastor Ciociola teaches the life-hack many need to learn: Thanksgiving!!
2023-11-2259 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastFear FactorSend a text Fear can be stirred up by so very many things today... and Fear is a natural response sometimes. But far too often it is completely misplaced.. If we are going to fear ANYTHING in this life... let's fear GOD!! Today, Pastor Michael is going to explore in the Word the one fear that we should strive for daily: Fear of the Lord.
2023-10-1054 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastBut Did You Die?Send a textWe've all been through trials - some VERY tough trials at times. Life has a tendency to knock us down now again... but as Proverbs reminds us: the righteous can fall 7 times... yet we rise again. Join us Sunday morning at 10am as Pastor Michael unpacks the secret of rising again, victorious in Christ. Without a doubt, it has been rough sometimes... but did you DIE? NO! We rose again - and because of Christ, we will do it again.
2023-09-2652 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastStanding in the GapSend a textIntercessory Prayer. It is the "Standing in the Gap" prayer - between sinners and judgment. Throughout the Word, the fathers of faith stood and interceded before God for the sake of those who deserved judgment - even Jesus interceded from the cross, and in fact now intercedes for us before the Father. Join us as Pastor Michael unpacks the power of intercessory prayer.
2023-09-1257 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastProphetic PrayerSend a textHannah in the Old Testament understood the power of Prophetic Prayer! Join us as Pastor Michael dives into her story, her faith, her prayer - and the prophetic outcome.
2023-09-0652 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastIt's Not Business, It's PersonalSend a textThe gospel is - and always should be - PERSONAL. In every way and to the deepest levels... because it was VERY personal to the Father to send His Son and it was very personal for Jesus to give His life for us, His bride! Just us for Pastor Michael's moving message, "It's not business, it's personal".
2023-09-0657 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastPenitent PrayerSend a textWhen King Solomon dedicated the Temple to the Lord, he led the nation in a powerful prayer. Knowing that the nation would at times fail God in the future, he presented prayers of Penitence: asking the Lord in advance to hear our cries of repentance when we turn once again back to Him. Join us for this powerful message with Pastor Michael!
2023-09-0654 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastThe Rapture of the ChurchSend a textAre you ready? Jesus warned us to watch for the signs and seasons of the End Times and to be ready at any time to meet Him in the air. Join us as Pastor Ciociola walks through many signs that point to the Rapture of the Church - and the return of Jesus the King!
2023-09-051h 01Calvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastPride ProblemSend a textOur culture is hearing a lot about pride lately... but as King Nebuchadnezzar learned in a very painful lesson - King Solomon's warning about pride going before destruction is a dangerous warning to ignore!! Today we will be reminded by Pastor Michael that while many revel in the false promises of pride, Christ's followers are invited to embrace the true power of Humility!
2023-07-2758 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastJesus' PresenceSend a textJoin us for a powerful message from Pastor Michael Ciociola - “Jesus’ Presence”!! The enemy threatens, tries to back us into a corner, but when we draw close to Jesus’ Presence and His hand is on our life - no weapon formed against us can prosper!!
2023-03-221h 03Calvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastDoomsday PreppersSend a text“Preppers” are those who prepare for worst case scenarios… they make sure they won’t be caught off guard when disaster comes. As believers we know that catastrophic disaster IS prophesied to come to this earth… but for those of us who know Jesus - we are actually preparing for the KING. The preparations may seem impossible in the wilderness of this world (Isaiah 40:3-5)… so how in the world DO we prepare for King Jesus?? Join us as Pastor Michael unpacks the Word’s answers for us!!
2023-02-0954 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastUnder PressureSend a textWe all know what it feels like to be "Under Pressure" and close to the breaking point - especially in today's world! We just feel like we can't take the pressure sometimes!! The reason is: WE CAN'T! Our old wineskins will never handle everything in life .. and they certainly can't handle all that God wants to give us. Join us as Pastor Michael unpacks the secrets of new wineskins!
2023-01-2449 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastIt is WellSend a textWELL! That happened! In fact, "it" happened by a well quit a few times in Scripture. What happened? Welllll... those drawn by a need: find The Answer. We were designed to need - and God loves needy people! Join us as Pastor Michael "delves deeper" into Scripture and draws out some Living Water!
2022-09-2055 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastseeKINGSend a textWhat are you #seeKING ?? Everyone is looking for something in life. And for most, even in the church, it has something to do with what we can #see. Abraham was also looking - for a city…. But many never understood how to truly find it.Join us as Pastor Michael points life’s seekers to the #KING.
2022-08-1652 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastWe Build We BattleSend a textNehemiah had a God given dream to rebuild Jerusalem. On the journey to fulfillment he faced mockery, discouragement and a host of battles. No victory is achieved without a battle. Pastor Ciociola teaches the path forward to changing cultural rubble into renewal and restoration.
2022-01-231h 05Calvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastNot What It Looks Like Part 3 - The House You're Building 9/19/21Send a textPastor Michael continues his dynamic series, “Not What It Looks Like” with Part 3: The House You’re Building. Ever feel like everything you are working on in life just keeps falling short - or worse, falling apart?? The greatest construction secret in God’s kingdom isn’t found necessarily in What we are doing… but Who we are doing it with - or not!
2021-09-1951 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastIn the Weeds 5/2/21Send a textJesus taught in a parable that next to the good wheat that He sows, weeds will also come up, planted by an enemy. The differences between the two gradually become very evident... and in the end of days, those who are truly His will be separated from those who are not.. Today we can see that differences in our culture have become increasingly evident.... and weeds within our own lives also manifest and need to be dealt with. Join us as Pastor Michael takes us “Into the Weeds” to examine multiple sides of Jesus’ parabl...
2021-05-0247 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastThe Return - 10/4/20Send a text“If you return to me, I will restore you..” (Jer 15:19). And that is exactly what God did for Manasseh when he returned to God after years of evil idol worship. In this message, Pastor Michael will break down the dramatic turnaround of one of Judah’s most notorious kings - and how his story provides hope and a pattern for America. Don’t miss the moving and powerful message- God is SPEAKING a clear message to His people!!
2020-10-0751 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastGod Will Restore His Church - 08/09/20Send a textThe Holy Spirit has 3 now words for today: Renewal, Restoration & Revival!
2020-08-1450 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastNot What It Looks Like Part 2 - Search & Rescue - 08/02/20Send a textThe Search & Rescue after Ziklag was attached and destroyed was not what it looked like - it appeared to be a rescue of women, children and property - but in reality, DAVID was the one being rescued from himself.
2020-08-0346 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastDefeating the Enemy in the Valley - 07/26/20Send a textWe battle a spiritual adversary and at times we actually see his manifestation before our eyes. We know what it’s like taking the high ground, but will God grant us victory in the low places/valleys. I carry a message of HOPE IN THE LORD this Sunday morning. Together we will acquire the skills to obtain the victory.
2020-07-2749 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastWhen the Enemy Has the Upper Hand - 07/19/20Send a textThe church in America is facing its greatest spiritual test in history. Queen Esther faced a similar challenge thousands of years ago. This is a spiritual battle but God has equipped us with weapons, when utilized have worked and still work today.
2020-07-2250 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastEssentially Love, Live, Lead Like Jesus Part 2 - 07/12/20Send a textIn a culture that has successfully mixed its philosophy with some Christianity, there is a need to heed the admonition of Scripture to let His light shine brightly. Today we will unwrap what it looks like to Live like Jesus. Is it wearing sandals and growing a beard, or is it living to put God first and revealing the love of God to others?
2020-07-1458 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastThere is Freedom - 07/05/20Send a text“Where the Spirit of the Lord is – there is FREEDOM.” As people of God, we have the greatest Freedom on earth – but freedom doesn’t equate to SAFETY. In fact, Freedom is fought for and kept by those who dare to risk all for it.
2020-07-0640 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastA Father's Love - 06/21/20Send a textThe Scripture speaks of those who have thousands of teachers but the need is for a father. Abba - daddy - as Jesus called Him. Today we will unwrap the crying need in our culture-a Biblical father’s love.
2020-06-2147 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastEssential Power, Part 2 - 06/07/20Send a textGod is about to release His essential power – wherever He can find people of passion.
2020-06-0952 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastPentecost - Essential PowerSend a textIn this 3rd part to Pastor's Essential Series - we learn about Essential POWER. The Holy Spirit came on this Sunday - Pentecost Sunday. It is His power that is ESSENTIAL!
2020-06-0258 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastNot What It Looks Like - 03/15/20Send a textCrisis doesn't change your priorities... it reveals them. In fact, our fears reveal who and what is truly "god" in our lives... But if we live in the fear of the Lord - HE is God in our lives! The shepherd boy David understood this - and while everyone else cowered in fear - his choice to fear God alone took down a "mighty" giant.
2020-03-1632 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastBreaking Negativity - 03/08/20Send a textDepression, feelings of hopelessness, negativity. Everywhere you look this spirit attempts to drain the life out of us. This morning, we will neutralize this spirit by the power of God’s Holy Spirit. There is victory for the Kings’ kids.
2020-03-0951 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastAnother Spirit Part 2Send a textIn this incredible continuation of the "Another Spirit" series, we dive again into the story of Calyb, Joshua and the Israelites. The world has a one spirit and it dictates with fear and unbelief ... but God’s champions overcome with THE Spirit!
2020-03-0243 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastWe Have Another Spirit - 02/23/20Send a textA negative attitude among 10 spies spread throughout Israel and prevented them from obtaining their Promised Land. God called their negative report evil. In this message, we will explore the spirit God desires His followers to express. It leads to your personal breakthrough.
2020-02-2551 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastHonor the King - 02/16/20Send a textThe King presides over His Kingdom. Jesus is for His people. No attack of the enemy will succeed. Tonight, we will look at Jesus as King, looking out for His church. He has YOUR victory assured.
2020-02-1950 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastChurch Growth is God's Plan - 02/09/20Send a text Jesus said “I will build my church and the gates of hell will not prevail against it.” In this message, we will unwrap the strategic plan Jesus has to empty hell and fill Heaven. Jesus gave everything so He could have a forever family.
2020-02-0946 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City Podcast2020 Vision Part 5 - 02/02/2020Send a text There was a blind man in the Bible who was doing his daily routine - begging and hopeless. Jesus was passing by and he grabbed for hope. He received his sight. Many today have lost hope because they’re blind, feeling hopeless. Without vision people perish. In this message, we will SEE what hope looks like.
2020-02-0344 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City Podcast2020 Vision Part 4 - 01/26/20Send a text2020: will you see with your natural eyes or your spiritual eyes? The disciples faced a storm and in the natural were overwhelmed by fear. When Jesus is on board we can see through the storm with eyes of faith. You can see breakthrough in 2020 if you can see Jesus through your storm.
2020-01-2852 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City Podcast2020 Vision Part 3 - 01/19/20Send a text2020 vision has much to do about the ability to clearly focus. In this new year/decade we’re believing God to help us align/focus body, mind & spirit on His purposes in our lives. Because we are entering the day of great harvest.
2020-01-2145 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City Podcast2020 Vision Part 2 - 01/12/20Send a text2020. Can you see what God has promised you this year/decade? There are 3 Types of people: those who make things happen, those who watch things happen, those who have no clue what is happening. In this message, we will unwrap the goals God has for our lives. It’s an exciting journey!
2020-01-1445 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City Podcast2020 Vision - 01/05/2020Send a textRecommended: An annual eye exam. The test of the health of our eyesight. Happy New Year. Sunday morning we will examine our most important vision: our spiritual eyesight. Do we enter 2020 and a new decade with eyes of fear or faith?
2020-01-0845 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastThankful for a New Year - 12/29/19Send a textWe’re rushing toward the close of this year. It’s a moment to examine choices, so we face 2020 with clarity, determined to make changes. Not change for change’s sake - Biblically based changes. How? Join us as we unlock the adjustments needed for Godly success in the New Year.
2019-12-2947 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastHome for Christmas - 12/22/19Send a text“The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us...” - Jesus made His home among us - and WITH US. And He still wants to do that today. Christmas is about bringing each of us Home to where we belong - in Christ. And about Jesus making His home in our lives. It's Christmas time... and it's time for you to come Home.
2019-12-2336 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastA Cultural Christmas? - 12/15/19Send a textSwamped and overwhelmed. So much going on for the holidays. We hear it every day. STOP. The culture is chasing Xmas. We are celebrating with great joy... CHRISTmas.
2019-12-1634 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastThe God of Miracles - 12/08/19Send a textThe CHRISTmas season - when in His love for us God displayed mighty miracles. In this message, we will renew our awe at the wonders of God’s love for us.
2019-12-1043 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastJoy - 12/01/19Send a textThe angels declared at Jesus birth, “Good news, great joy.” Many today have exchanged inner joy for momentary happiness followed by dissatisfaction.
2019-12-0247 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastChanging the Mindset Part 2 - 11/24/19Send a textThanksgiving. It’s more than a once a year respite. For followers of Jesus it’s a daily attitude. He wants us express gratitude even when life is less than perfect. Thanksgiving in every circumstance is an attitude of faith.
2019-11-2539 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastChanging the Mindset - 11/10/19Send a textThe mind is our greatest battlefield. The adversary along with an old nature releases negative thoughts attempting to bring defeat. We have weapons equipping us to be overcomers in the fight. Join us this morning as we reveal the weapons you have to win. Good thoughts bear good fruit.
2019-11-1246 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastThe Clock is Ticking - 11/03/19Send a textWe are about to adjust our clocks again and it reminds us that time is moving. The signs of the times Jesus spoke about are manifesting everywhere. This morning, we will unwrap these current events.
2019-11-0445 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastRussia, Russia, Russia - 10/27/19Send a textThis is a day of fulfilled prophecy. Russia and the Middle East are in the news almost daily - and there is a reason!! Scripture has come to life in front of our eyes. This morning, we will unwrap this amazing truth and challenge for the church to awaken and finish our mission.
2019-10-2840 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastA Book of Acts Church Part 5 - 10/20/19Send a textJesus defined greatness for us when He taught that in His Kingdom, greatness is being a Servant of all! He showed greatness to us when He performed the humble service of washing His disciples' feet - and then told us to the same!
2019-10-2243 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastA Book of Acts Church Part 4 - 10/13/19Send a textThe New Testament church worshiped/participated in welcoming the Presence of God. It wasn’t a spectator sport - Worship was wholehearted - and a lifestyle!
2019-10-1444 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastA Book of Acts Church Part 3 - 10/6/19Send a textThe Book of Acts displays Jesus church carrying out His Kingdom mission empowered by the Holy Spirit. It’s easy in our busy world to lose sight of our purpose.
2019-10-0847 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastA Book of Acts Church Part 2 - 09/22/19Send a textGod made us a body - each needing the other parts to function. People of diverse cultures achieved this in the early church. Uniting, they changed the world.
2019-10-0145 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastA Book of Acts Church - 09/15/19Send a textAt times the church struggles with nonessentials in an attempt to impact the culture. Yet in spite of the oppression of the Roman government, the church fulfilled Jesus' command to bring good news.. Today we will unwrap the secrets to the impacting church.
2019-09-1745 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastMaking the Cut - 09/08/19Send a textJesus is the Vine... and we are branches, grafted in. Our connection to Jesus is EVERYTHING- because without that, we can do NOTHING. Our fruitfulness, our survival and fulfilling the very purpose for which we were created, all depends on... Making the Cut and grafting to our Vine.
2019-09-1044 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastLet It Go - 09/01/19Send a textUnfocused anger, loss of control=deadly outcomes. God’s Word and the Holy Spirit produce the character of Jesus. In this message, we will unwrap Jesus’ teaching: leaving offense behind.
2019-09-0346 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastAttitude of Gratitude - 08/25/19Send a text Just like we shape and sculpt the body in a workout, we must shape our minds with the same intensity. In this message, we will unwrap the impact our attitudes make on our lives and relationships. Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.
2019-08-2738 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastLineage & Legacy - 08/18/19Send a text The Word of God is seed. It produces fruit and it should taste great. It also provides for those coming after us. We will unwrap God’s outstanding plan to have a family.
2019-08-1944 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastOur Children, Our Inheritance - 08/11/19Send a textMany are returning to the classroom this week. In the hustle of life we often overlook the long view God has for our children. Legacy. Where we came from - where we are going. Together we will unwrap the plans God has for our lives and pray for our families.
2019-08-1344 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastThe Way - 08/04/19Send a text “What is God’s will for my life? - And how do I get there?” These are two of the biggest questions many people wrestle with... but Jesus actually made The Way to His will very clear! Join us for Pastor Michael’s Message as we roll out and examine Christ’s “map” for our lives.
2019-08-0544 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastThe Dreamer Part 2 - 07/21/19Send a textThe Biblical story of Joseph reminds us of how God plants a dream in the hearts of those who follow Him. Your dream will undergo pressure before it manifests fruit because the enemy knows you are unstoppable. In this message, we will unwrap the sequences of our dreams. Victory is ahead.
2019-07-2241 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastThe Dreamer - 07/14/19Send a textIn a Bible story, when the brothers of Joseph saw him headed their way, they scoffed, “Here comes the dreamer.” God has a dream for His people. Like Joseph we will see the dream fulfilled if we don’t quit in tough times. We will look at God’s great dreams for His people.
2019-07-1543 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastWorship His Majesty Part 2 - 07/07/19Send a textIt’s not a coincidence that one of the most prosperous kingdoms on earth was led by a man who was a worshiper. We will unwrap the majestic privilege of true worship. Worshiping the one true God changes everything.
2019-07-0840 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastLethal Weapon - 06/16/19Send a textDads, you are raising potentially Lethal Weapons. Arrows that the enemy of our souls fears - and can do great damage to the kingdom of darkness! In this message, Pastor Michael teaches us all - even those who aren’t dads - how to shape, sharpen, aim and fire weapons that God will use and the enemy will fear.
2019-06-1747 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastKingmaker - 04/14/19Send a text Jerusalem.... The city of Kings. Jesus made a royal entry into that city - after years of refusing to let the people make him king. So why NOW? Tomorrow we celebrate Palm Sunday, the anniversary of this exciting moment in Jerusalem’s history- the majestic entrance of the prophesied King and Messiah Himself. Join us as Pastor Michael unpacks the many reasons that lined up behind this seemingly mysterious, yet perfect timing of heralding the King of all kings.
2019-04-1641 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastJesus' Followers Have Vision - 09/23/18Send a textJesus' Followers have vision - the type of vision that overcomes many obstacles, including obscurity, uncertainty and ever-present vision vandals. Join us as Pastor Ciociola teaches how to value your victories on the way to fulfilling vision!
2018-09-2441 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastJesus' Followers Serve - 08/26/18Send a textIn God’s Kingdom, the more you serve, the greater you are. Pastor Ciociola teaches 12 powerful reasons we should give away our lives to serve God and others!
2018-08-2740 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastNo Safe Spaces - 08/19/18Send a textWhen it comes to the Lord’s renovating work in our lives, there are No Safe Spaces! He is the Foreman who has come to give our lives an Extreme Makeover, and every inch of our lives are His to examine, transform and expand. Join us at 9 & 11am this Sunday, as Pastor Michael discusses the integral foundation of God’s Truth and Justice, upon which our relationship with God is constructed.
2018-08-2033 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastCalled UP - 03/04/18Send a textGod has called us Out, Together... and UP!!! Join us for Part 3 of Pastor Michael’s “Called” series - Are you ready for God’s call to go Up - now and in eternity??
2018-03-0533 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastCalled TOGETHER - 02/25/18Send a textAs God's Church, we are called to unite - to assemble and become the "Living Stones" that create God's Church here on earth. Join us as Pastor Michael continues with Part 2 of the "Called" series!
2018-02-2637 min
Calvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastAmerica, Wake Up! Part 2 - 07/17/16Send a textLast week Pastor Ciociola discussed the Wake Up Calls that God's people must recognize and respond to, in order to see our nation turnaround. This week, join us as we learn the Wake Up Calls in Scripture that are clear markers indicating where we are now - and where we are soon headed - as we watch prophecy come to pass before our eyes.
2016-07-1840 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastMythbusters: ConfessionsSend a textThe popular TV show, "Mythbusters" has presented, tested and analyzed many prevailing myths, proving them to be true or invalid, scientifically. There are many "myths" in Christianity as well! But how do we prove that something is true or valid? Through God's Word! Join us as Pastor Michael discusses and busts the popular myths surrounding the principle of Confessions!
2016-02-2939 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastWork Out Your Salvation- 07/19/15Send a textIt's time for a workout! But the type of "workout" we are called to in the Bible doesn't happen in a gym - it happens inside of us, where it matters the most. Join us as Pastor Michael dives into Paul's instructions to the Philippians to be the "Real Deal", put down the selfie sticks, and "work out" their salvation!
2015-07-2038 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastMy Provider - 08/31/14Send a textThere are many ways that our needs are met... by there is only One true Source: God alone is our Provider, no matter whose hands our needs and blessings come through! In this encouraging and challenging message, Pastor Ciociola teaches us the various "hands" through which God provides for us... including our own!!
2014-09-0239 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastDo You Walk In Favor? Part 3 - 08/24/14Send a textThe favor of God will open doors for you that no man can shut! In this 3rd part to the "Do You Walk In Favor?" series, Pastor Ciociola teaches the 4 benefits (fruits) of favor that we have because Jesus Himself bore the marks of the Father's Covenant with us on His own body.
2014-08-2540 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastDo You Walk In Favor? Part 2 - 08/17/14Send a textYou can begin a journey with God that draws more favor on your life! Favor is God doing something for you that you cannot do - and in this 2nd part of Pastor Ciociola's "Do You Walk In Favor?" series, Pastor teaches 6 keys found in Scripture to God's life and destiny-changing favor in our lives!
2014-08-1837 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastThe Watchman - 05/05/13Send a textGod has given us pastors to be watchmen - men and women who will boldly and lovingly declare God's truth, judgment and mercy. Pastor Ciociola delivers a message of both compassion and conviction: There are no shortcuts in our walk with God! In order to make it in these dangerous times, we must be continuously cleaning out the sin in our lives and seeking God's face.
2013-05-0632 minCalvary Christian Center Yuba City PodcastJesus' Sacrifice - 03/24/13Send a textLife is not behind you - Life is in front of you! There are many beautiful and powerful depictions of the cross of Christ and what it means to us in our lives found in the Old Testament. Pastor Ciociola teaches from some of these stunning portraits the charge that we are given: to not touch dead works of the past and to move forward in the new life He purchased for you with His blood!
2013-03-2535 min