no false 5945d503-6898-4fdd-9ca8-2a7581430c31 https://www.calvaryccm.com en-us ©2026 webmaster@calvaryccm.com (Webmaster) webmaster@calvaryccm.com (Webmaster) https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/podcast/5945d503-6898-4fdd-9ca8-2a7581430c31.jpg https://www.calvaryccm.com Calvary Chapel Melbourne webnotify@calvaryccm.com calvary chapel melbourne, calvary, melbourne Thu, 28 May 2026 00:40:40 GMT Calvary Chapel Melbourne A weekly audio podcast of the teachings at Calvary Chapel Melbourne. We exist to glorify God by being a loving community where people are saved, set free, discipled, empowered, and sent out to fulfill their God-given calling. Watch our services live at https://www.calvaryccm.com/live Wednesdays at 6:30pm, Saturdays at 6pm, and Sundays at 9 & 11am. A weekly audio podcast of the teachings at Calvary Chapel Melbourne. We exist to glorify God by being a loving community where people are saved, set free, discipled, empowered, and sent out to fulfill their God-given calling. Watch our services live at https://www.calvaryccm.com/live Wednesdays at 6:30pm, Saturdays at 6pm, and Sundays at 9 & 11am. Thu, 28 May 2026 00:40:40 GMT Sometimes it takes the miraculous to remove our doubt, and sometimes we can just believe. Tonight we dig into a deeper understanding of Jesus confirming that He was the Messiah and giving peace to those that were around Him. Perhaps you need to be reminded of what He has done for you and that He is who He said He was! Sometimes it takes the miraculous to remove our doubt, and sometimes we can just believe. Tonight we dig into a deeper understanding of Jesus confirming that He was the Messiah and giving peace to those that were around Him. Perhaps you need to be reminded of what He has done for you and that He is who He said He was! The Book of Luke: Jesus' Upside Down Kingdom https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260527.mp3 2716 Wed, 27 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT false This week, Paul will explain some of his past statements. We’ll learn he’s been boasting about himself to counteract the false teachers that have crept into the Corinthian church. Then, he will correct the congregation in love because he sees them as his spiritual children. As we study some of false accusations and rumors about Paul, we’ll also be learning how to respond when the same thing happens to us. This week, Paul will explain some of his past statements. We’ll learn he’s been boasting about himself to counteract the false teachers that have crept into the Corinthian church. Then, he will correct the congregation in love because he sees them as his spiritual children. As we study some of false accusations and rumors about Paul, we’ll also be learning how to respond when the same thing happens to us. God's Strength in Our Weakness https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260524.mp3 2806 Sun, 24 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT false This week Jesus will give us some strong warnings about judging others. He’ll also remind us that whatever judgement we give out to others will be the standard God uses to judge us. He’ll also challenge us to fix our own faults before we dare to point out any of the fault we think we see in others. This week Jesus will give us some strong warnings about judging others. He’ll also remind us that whatever judgement we give out to others will be the standard God uses to judge us. He’ll also challenge us to fix our own faults before we dare to point out any of the fault we think we see in others. The Book of Luke: Jesus' Upside Down Kingdom https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260520.mp3 2605 Wed, 20 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT false In "From Thorn to Throne," 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 teaches that God often uses our weaknesses and struggles—our “thorns”—to humble us, deepen our faith, and connect us with others. Rather than focusing on our hardships, we are called to rely on God’s sufficient grace, finding true strength and power as we praise Him in every situation. In "From Thorn to Throne," 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 teaches that God often uses our weaknesses and struggles—our “thorns”—to humble us, deepen our faith, and connect us with others. Rather than focusing on our hardships, we are called to rely on God’s sufficient grace, finding true strength and power as we praise Him in every situation. God's Strength in Our Weakness https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260517.mp3 1564 Sun, 17 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT false Jesus shares a teaching known as, "The sermon on the plain." This message includes blessings and woes that describe our behavior and attitudes, which leads right into how we are to love our enemies. Jesus shares a teaching known as, "The sermon on the plain." This message includes blessings and woes that describe our behavior and attitudes, which leads right into how we are to love our enemies. The Book of Luke: Jesus' Upside Down Kingdom https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260513.mp3 3069 Wed, 13 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT false In "Living for Christ, No Matter the Cost," taken from 2 Corinthians 11:16-33, we learn to endure hardship, suffering, and even weakness for the sake of the Gospel, seeing that true discipleship often requires great sacrifice. This message encourages believers to remain faithful and humble, trusting that God’s strength is available in our trials and that living for Christ is worth any cost. In "Living for Christ, No Matter the Cost," taken from 2 Corinthians 11:16-33, we learn to endure hardship, suffering, and even weakness for the sake of the Gospel, seeing that true discipleship often requires great sacrifice. This message encourages believers to remain faithful and humble, trusting that God’s strength is available in our trials and that living for Christ is worth any cost. God's Strength in Our Weakness https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260510.mp3 3600 Sun, 10 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT false In Luke 5 Jesus tells the people He is bringing them a new, better way to interact with God. In Luke 6, we’ll study the conflicts that arise when the Pharisees legalistic traditions clash with the loving, compassionate ministry of Jesus. In Luke 5 Jesus tells the people He is bringing them a new, better way to interact with God. In Luke 6, we’ll study the conflicts that arise when the Pharisees legalistic traditions clash with the loving, compassionate ministry of Jesus. The Book of Luke: Jesus' Upside Down Kingdom https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260506.mp3 3600 Wed, 06 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT false Do you ever feel like life is a highway full of “merge lanes”? Discover how to stay true to Jesus when distractions and deceptions try to cut in and cut us off from Christ. Do you ever feel like life is a highway full of “merge lanes”? Discover how to stay true to Jesus when distractions and deceptions try to cut in and cut us off from Christ. God's Strength in Our Weakness https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260503.mp3 2959 Sun, 03 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT false We learn from the passage in Luke 5:17-35 that Jesus healed a paralytic man, proving His authority over physical and spiritual transformation. The onlookers were amazed and glorified God as they witnessed the supernatural work of His hand. Jesus was called to seek and save the lost, the broken, and the sick. We learn from the passage in Luke 5:17-35 that Jesus healed a paralytic man, proving His authority over physical and spiritual transformation. The onlookers were amazed and glorified God as they witnessed the supernatural work of His hand. Jesus was called to seek and save the lost, the broken, and the sick. The Book of Luke: Jesus' Upside Down Kingdom https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260429.mp3 2853 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:30:00 GMT false We live in a world obsessed with measuring up. Every day, we're bombarded with images, updates, and achievements that whisper the same haunting question: "How do you measure up?" This weekend we will be challenged to stop judging ministry by worldly credentials, eloquence, or outward appearance, and instead evaluate spiritual authenticity by consistency with God's Word. We will also learn that true spiritual maturity comes from focusing on God's unique calling for each person rather than self-promotion or comparing ourselves to others. We live in a world obsessed with measuring up. Every day, we're bombarded with images, updates, and achievements that whisper the same haunting question: "How do you measure up?" This weekend we will be challenged to stop judging ministry by worldly credentials, eloquence, or outward appearance, and instead evaluate spiritual authenticity by consistency with God's Word. We will also learn that true spiritual maturity comes from focusing on God's unique calling for each person rather than self-promotion or comparing ourselves to others. God's Strength in Our Weakness https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260426.mp3 2929 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT false In Luke 4 and 5, we’ll see Jesus perform multiple miracles. Afterwards, He’ll remind us that miracles aren’t His primary mission, it’s preaching the good news. We’ll also see Him call His first disciples and change them from fishermen to fishers of men. In Luke 4 and 5, we’ll see Jesus perform multiple miracles. Afterwards, He’ll remind us that miracles aren’t His primary mission, it’s preaching the good news. We’ll also see Him call His first disciples and change them from fishermen to fishers of men. The Book of Luke: Jesus' Upside Down Kingdom https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260422.mp3 2937 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:30:00 GMT false This teaching titled "Winning the War Within” is taken from 2 Corinthians 10:1-6, where we learn that spiritual battles are fought in the mind, and believers must reject the enemy’s lies and replace them with God’s truth by taking every thought captive to Christ. This message teaches that victory comes through prayer, and relying on God’s spiritual armor, rather than worldly methods or self-reliance. This teaching titled "Winning the War Within” is taken from 2 Corinthians 10:1-6, where we learn that spiritual battles are fought in the mind, and believers must reject the enemy’s lies and replace them with God’s truth by taking every thought captive to Christ. This message teaches that victory comes through prayer, and relying on God’s spiritual armor, rather than worldly methods or self-reliance. God's Strength in Our Weakness https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260419.mp3 2776 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT false Special Services Melbourne https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260415.mp3 3231 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:30:00 GMT false In “Open Hearts Open Hands,” from 2 Corinthians 9 we see that true generosity flows from a joyful and willing heart, not from pressure or obligation, and that our giving should be rooted in trust that God will provide for all our needs. We see that generous living not only meets practical needs but also results in praise and gratitude to God, impacting both our lives and the lives of others for eternity. We also learn why many Christians have a hard time being generous. In “Open Hearts Open Hands,” from 2 Corinthians 9 we see that true generosity flows from a joyful and willing heart, not from pressure or obligation, and that our giving should be rooted in trust that God will provide for all our needs. We see that generous living not only meets practical needs but also results in praise and gratitude to God, impacting both our lives and the lives of others for eternity. We also learn why many Christians have a hard time being generous. God's Strength in Our Weakness https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260412.mp3 3104 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT false In the middle of Luke 4, Jesus visits His hometown of Nazareth to proclaim that He is the fulfillment of Isaiah 61:1-2. After His own people reject Him, He travels to Capernaum where He sets a demon-possessed man free. In the middle of Luke 4, Jesus visits His hometown of Nazareth to proclaim that He is the fulfillment of Isaiah 61:1-2. After His own people reject Him, He travels to Capernaum where He sets a demon-possessed man free. The Book of Luke: Jesus' Upside Down Kingdom https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260408.mp3 2984 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:30:00 GMT false Join us as we journey from the Garden of Eden to the Garden of the Resurrection this Easter as we trace God's redemptive plan through Scripture. We will discover how Jesus transformed our "no" into a resounding "yes" and made the way back to fellowship with God possible! Join us as we journey from the Garden of Eden to the Garden of the Resurrection this Easter as we trace God's redemptive plan through Scripture. We will discover how Jesus transformed our "no" into a resounding "yes" and made the way back to fellowship with God possible! Easter at Calvary 2026 https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260405.mp3 4311 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT false On Good Friday, we reflect on Jesus’ journey to the cross, His trial before Pilate, and His ultimate sacrifice for our sins. This message calls us to recognize who Jesus truly is—the Savior, the King—and to respond personally to His love, truth, and redemption. It challenges us to live in faith, share His story, and let His sacrifice shape our lives today. On Good Friday, we reflect on Jesus’ journey to the cross, His trial before Pilate, and His ultimate sacrifice for our sins. This message calls us to recognize who Jesus truly is—the Savior, the King—and to respond personally to His love, truth, and redemption. It challenges us to live in faith, share His story, and let His sacrifice shape our lives today. Good Friday 2026 https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260403.mp3 2189 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT false The importance of prayer. The importance of prayer. Special Services Melbourne https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260401.mp3 3725 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:30:00 GMT false 2 Corinthians 8 teaches that true Christian generosity is rooted in gratitude and modeled after Christ, who gave sacrificially for us. God’s Word encourages us to give willingly and proportionally, to be sensitive to the needs of others, and to ensure that all giving and church finances are handled with integrity and accountability, so our generosity becomes a joyful expression of faith and love. 2 Corinthians 8 teaches that true Christian generosity is rooted in gratitude and modeled after Christ, who gave sacrificially for us. God’s Word encourages us to give willingly and proportionally, to be sensitive to the needs of others, and to ensure that all giving and church finances are handled with integrity and accountability, so our generosity becomes a joyful expression of faith and love. God's Strength in Our Weakness https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260329.mp3 2656 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT false Over half of the people who leave the church do so because of relational wounds—discover how Paul and the Corinthians found reconciliation when leaving seemed like the only option. Over half of the people who leave the church do so because of relational wounds—discover how Paul and the Corinthians found reconciliation when leaving seemed like the only option. God's Strength in Our Weakness https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260322.mp3 3074 Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT false In Luke 3 and 4, we’ll see Jesus anointed by the Holy Spirit. Then we’ll take a quick look at His lineage to see how it fulfills OT prophecy. We’ll also be studying His temptation in the wilderness to learn how to better resist temptation ourselves. In Luke 3 and 4, we’ll see Jesus anointed by the Holy Spirit. Then we’ll take a quick look at His lineage to see how it fulfills OT prophecy. We’ll also be studying His temptation in the wilderness to learn how to better resist temptation ourselves. The Book of Luke: Jesus' Upside Down Kingdom https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260318.mp3 2634 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:30:00 GMT false This weekend, our opening verse reminds us to not be yoked with unbelievers. We’ll find out what “unequally yoked” meant to the early church, then we’ll discuss how it happened. We’ll examine a few unholy combinations from scripture to find how Paul’s warning still applies to us today. Then, we’ll learn how to yoke ourselves tightly to God. This weekend, our opening verse reminds us to not be yoked with unbelievers. We’ll find out what “unequally yoked” meant to the early church, then we’ll discuss how it happened. We’ll examine a few unholy combinations from scripture to find how Paul’s warning still applies to us today. Then, we’ll learn how to yoke ourselves tightly to God. God's Strength in Our Weakness https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260315.mp3 2844 Sun, 15 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT false In the first part of chapter 3, Luke shares background information about the ministry of John. We learn that John preached a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins to fulfill his mission in preparing people for the coming of the Lord. In the first part of chapter 3, Luke shares background information about the ministry of John. We learn that John preached a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins to fulfill his mission in preparing people for the coming of the Lord. The Book of Luke: Jesus' Upside Down Kingdom https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260311.mp3 2991 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:30:00 GMT false In 2 Corinthians 5:16 – 6:13 the Lord teaches us that when we are born again in Christ, we become new creations—leaving our old life behind and embrace a new identity as God’s ambassadors, called to share the message of reconciliation with the world. This passage also urges believers to see others through God’s eyes, and live out our faith with urgency, integrity, endurance, and open-hearted love. In 2 Corinthians 5:16 – 6:13 the Lord teaches us that when we are born again in Christ, we become new creations—leaving our old life behind and embrace a new identity as God’s ambassadors, called to share the message of reconciliation with the world. This passage also urges believers to see others through God’s eyes, and live out our faith with urgency, integrity, endurance, and open-hearted love. God's Strength in Our Weakness https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260308.mp3 2732 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT false Sometimes those that have been waiting for Him are first to recognize who He is, when those that know of Him miss Him completely.  If you have been missing Jesus in your everyday life, this message will encourage you and remind you that you are not alone.  Along with all that- we get to see Jesus as He shares His first recorded words. Sometimes those that have been waiting for Him are first to recognize who He is, when those that know of Him miss Him completely.  If you have been missing Jesus in your everyday life, this message will encourage you and remind you that you are not alone.  Along with all that- we get to see Jesus as He shares His first recorded words. The Book of Luke: Jesus' Upside Down Kingdom https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260304.mp3 2757 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:30:00 GMT false In this message on 2 Corinthians 4:16–5:15, we learn how to live by faith by prioritizing daily spiritual growth, focusing on God’s eternal kingdom over temporary earthly struggles, and confidently trusting that our present suffering is preparing us for eternal glory. We are called to please God knowing that we will stand before Jesus someday giving an account on what was entrusted to us. We are to let Christ’s love motivate us to serve Him and others. In this message on 2 Corinthians 4:16–5:15, we learn how to live by faith by prioritizing daily spiritual growth, focusing on God’s eternal kingdom over temporary earthly struggles, and confidently trusting that our present suffering is preparing us for eternal glory. We are called to please God knowing that we will stand before Jesus someday giving an account on what was entrusted to us. We are to let Christ’s love motivate us to serve Him and others. God's Strength in Our Weakness https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260301.mp3 3268 Sun, 01 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT false In Luke Chapter 2, we’ll see an OT prophecy fulfilled regarding the Messiahs’ birth. Jesus’ humble origins in a stable are a great example of how God uses the humble to confound the wise. His birthplace also foreshadows His future ministry targets; the poor and lowly. In Luke Chapter 2, we’ll see an OT prophecy fulfilled regarding the Messiahs’ birth. Jesus’ humble origins in a stable are a great example of how God uses the humble to confound the wise. His birthplace also foreshadows His future ministry targets; the poor and lowly. The Book of Luke: Jesus' Upside Down Kingdom https://calvaryccm.blob.core.windows.net/mp3media/20260225.mp3 2662 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:30:00 GMT false