Calvary La Habra is a Bible-teaching church located in La Habra, California. We post messages that Pastor Lance Cook teaches from God's Word on Sundays/Wednesdays, as well as daily devotionals, worship, and various other services. We started as a Bible Study on the floor of a surf shop over 35 years ago. Through the years, we've had the honor of witnessing the Lord change lives, marriages, families, and communities through the justification of Jesus Christ, and the ongoing sanctification process…
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Pastor Rick teaches through 1 Samuel 4:1-3 about Israel's conflict with the Philistines, drawing parallels to modern spiritual struggles and the importance of daily reliance upon God. He emphasizes the dangers of a consumer mentality in our faith, explaining that we don't need "new," but we need to be "renewed" in our faith each day.
Pastor Lance shares about Christ's judgment and the reality of hell as we go through the end of 2 Thessalonians chapter 1. He emphasizes the importance of obedience to the gospel and God's justice for both believers and non-believers, highlighting the atonement through Christ's sacrifice.
Pastor Rick shares about dedication, divine calling, and the importance of heeding God's word despite societal distractions. He highlights Samuel's responsiveness and contrasts it with modern spiritual apathy, urging the church to be faithful, obedient, and available to God's will.
Pastor Lance's message titled "From Tribulation to Triumph," explores how faith is tested and strengthened through life's challenges. As Lance continues through 2 Thessalonians 1, he highlights that enduring hardship reveals God's presence and cultivates perseverance, character, and hope. True faith rests solely in Jesus Christ, who offers stability and internal transformation even in the midst of…
Pastor Lance briefly shares about the heart of missions, then we get to hear stories from members of our Costa Rica Missions team, and our Calvary Disaster Relief Ministry. We hear about both the blessing that comes with missions, and also some of the hardships. From our Costa Rica team, we hear how God blessed them through the people over there, and all the opportunities they had to serve Him.…
Pastor Lance shares a study through 2 Thessalonians 1 on spiritual security and the nature of the church as believers united in Christ. He touches on the concept of peace with God and the peace of God, emphasizing that true discipleship requires obedience. He outlines the 'Romans Road' to salvation, and emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth through God's word and trials.
Pastor Rick's study through 1 Samuel 2 highlights the consequences of sin, the importance of accountability, and the necessity of confronting wrongdoing, especially with loved ones. Rick encourages the church to live as a royal priesthood, offering constant praise and embodying Christ-like love.
Service began with a testimony of God's faithfulness and answered prayers, through Matthew's miraculous recovery from a severe motorcycle accident. We saw a recap of our missions trip to Costa Rica, focusing on evangelism, discipleship, and community support. Pastor Lance's message emphasizes perseverance in faith and fulfilling God's redemptive purposes.
Pastor Rick shares a study through 1 Samuel 2:11-21, giving the example of Eli's sons as a warning against spiritual abuse and the misuse of ministry positions. He emphasizes faithfulness in service, regardless of recognition, and encourages investment in and prayer for the youth.
Pastor Stan Mitchell shares a study titled "Are You the One?", going through Matthew 11:1-6. He emphasizes Jesus as the One who brings hope in our doubting, encouraging the church that just walking with the Lord should bring joy. Stan explains how being close to the Lord allows believers to become better in every area of life for His glory.
Pastor Rick shares a study going through Hannah's prayer of praise from 1 Samuel 2:1-10. He points out the themes of faith, reliance on God, and worship during difficult times. Hannah's prayer emphasizes God's sovereignty, His strength in weakness, and the assurance of His provision when seeking His Kingdom first. Rick encourages the church to find hope and peace in Jesus, even amidst life's…
Pastor Lance shares an evangelical message on the centrality of Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that Jesus is the cornerstone of the church, who offers salvation and transformation to those who believe in Him. He walks through how the early church prioritized Jesus, and how believers are called to live for Him- not just work for Him. He explains how a fresh vision of Jesus is the church's greatest…
Join us as Pastor Lance finishes up the book of 1 Thessalonians! He explains the role of the gift of prophecy, the importance of holding "fast to what is good" and to "test all things", and examining what it means to "abstain from every form of evil". He also touches on the importance of prayer and grace.
Pastor Rick teaches on the story of Hannah, emphasizing trust in God's timing and faithfulness. He draws parallels to personal experiences and the concept of child dedication, encouraging the church to find rest in waiting upon the Lord.
