Category Archives: Church

Calvary Chapel’s Division

Posted on November 29, 2016 by Daniel Silas

Very sad.  I’m not surprised for three reasons. 1) The Calvary Chapel organization under Chuck Smith purged numerous pastors from their ranks over the years.  I’m mainly referring to pastors who were Calvinists, but I’m sure there are others for numerous … Continue reading →

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George Bryson & Calvary Chapel

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Daniel Silas

Looks like there is going to be a possible split in Calvary Chapel (depending on if any Calvary Chapel senior pasters decide to break ranks), and it is being led by none other than anti-calvinist George “Read My Book” Bryson. … Continue reading →

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Chuck Smith & Calvary Chapel

Posted on October 3, 2013 by Daniel Silas

Chuck Smith of Calvary Chapel has passed away. Christianity Today’s article here. The Blaze article here. There is one statement that represents Chuck Smith to me. “I would rather have the wrong facts and a right attitude, than right facts … Continue reading →

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Church, Life with Christ, and the Great Artist

Posted on May 14, 2008 by Daniel Silas

I had a friend mention that she feels bad because some Christians who attend church look down on her for not attending regularly. Here is my response to her. There is no need to worry about what other Christians think … Continue reading →

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Explanation – Calvary Chapel Journey

Posted on September 4, 2007 by Daniel Silas

Hi there, I’d like to thank (redacted) for inviting me to respond to some of the comments on here. I did not even realize that my blog was being read and commented on. Hmm.. where to start. Victorious pointed out … Continue reading →

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Calvary Chapel Ordination Removal

Posted on June 29, 2007 by Daniel Silas

Dear Ron, I received your letter today stating that Calvary Chapel Houston voted on June 25, 2007 to remove my Ordination.  The letter states: “In light of your doctrinal position that you do not agree with Calvary Chapel theology, clearly … Continue reading →

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Dear George Bryson…

Posted on December 8, 2006 by Daniel Silas

Dear George Bryson, I have tried to find another way to contact you, but to no avail.  I don’t even know if you will ever get this or not.   I write to you with a heart of peace and … Continue reading →

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The Order of Salvation

Posted on May 18, 2006 by Daniel Silas

Hi Pastor (redacted), In the order of salvation, which was the key issue during my affiliation process, I have come to believe that regeneration occurs before a person will ever accept Christ.  The whole mass of humanity rejects God, and … Continue reading →

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The Dark Side of Calvinism by George Bryson

Posted on March 9, 2006 by Daniel Silas

Hey Pastor Ron, I hope your having a good day so far.  I finished reading through “The Darkside of Calvinism” by George Bryson today.  I have to say I was really disappointed in it.  I thought I would share a … Continue reading →

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