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Calvary Church, Grand Rapids, MI
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Calvary Church, Grand Rapids, MI Senior Pastor Dr. Jim Samra (616)956-9377

  1. 4h ago

    Hope for the Journey | Worthless Idols and Broken Cisterns

    In this message, we look at Jeremiah’s first message to the nation of Judah. This is a powerful chapter in which God speaks through Jeremiah to confront Judah for its spiritual unfaithfulness. It’s a chapter is filled with warnings – warnings some may view as harsh – yet underneath every word of judgment is God’s relentless love. As we dig into Jeremiah 2, may we see the love of a God who desires restoration, not destruction. Jim Samra | Minister & Senior Pastor This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on October 4, 2026

  2. Sep 27

    Hope for the Journey | The Power of Words

    This message explores the idea that words are incredibly powerful. They don’t just describe things, they do things. Christians as prophets have been equipped with this power to speak God’s words to people who desperately need to hear what He has to say. Understanding this power, we pray that the Lord may touch our lips and put His words in our mouths. Jim Samra | Minister & Senior Pastor This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on September 20, 2026

  3. Sep 20

    Hope for the Journey | Babies and the Plans of God

    In Jeremiah babies are central to the plans and purposes of God. In this message we look together at how babies represent both the problems and the blessings that God wants to address today. Please note: This message discusses the issue of abortion, both the sin that it is and the hope that Jesus offers. If abortion – or a pregnancy in difficult circumstances – is part of your story, we want to walk with you in this. For prayer and counsel as you process this sermon, contact Christie Thompson, Calvary Care Ministry Assistant at (616)956-5628 to make an appointment. We have staff and congregants who understand difficult journeys and want to come alongside you. For men and women who have abortion as part of their story, you can find more information and support at Garden of Hope. For women facing a pregnancy in the midst of difficult circumstances, consider joining Flourish – our Bible study for single moms of small children. This group will help you connect with other resources of the church as well. Contact Sheri at (616)956-5524 to learn more. You can also find support and resources through Calvary’s community partner, Alpha Grand Rapids. For those grieving a miscarriage or the loss of an infant, Hannah’s Heart is a Calvary ministry provides comfort and support for women, couples, and families. They would be so honored to walk with you and encourage you on this incredibly difficult journey. Contact hannahsheart@calvarygr.org. Jim Samra | Minister & Senior Pastor This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on September 20, 2026

  4. Sep 13

    Hope for the Journey | The Church as Prophet

    This message introduces our new series for 2026-2027, studying the Old Testament book of Jeremiah. To lay the foundation for why God has led us to this book for this season, we are looking at the role of the church within society. Through this time, we will see how God will use Jeremiah to help us be the people who can live out that role. Jim Samra | Minister & Senior Pastor This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on September 13, 2026

  5. Sep 6

    Abundant Lives | Joseph

    Joseph is a fitting end to our Abundant Lives series because in many ways the whole series is about some of the lesser known, behind the scenes characters of the Bible, if you will. But as I have said from the beginning, they are lesser known to us not to God. And the principle from Joseph’s life and really from the whole series is, if you choose to be a righteous person, if you obey God and if you are willing to accept that most of us get assigned “behind the scenes” type roles God will accomplish great things through you and you will live an abundant life. Jim Samra | Minister & Senior Pastor This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on September 6, 2026

  6. Aug 30

    Abundant Lives | Mary Magdalene

    In this message we see that just as God chose Mary Magdalene to receive the truth of Jesus and to share it with others, God is choosing us to receive that truth and to share it with others. Yes, we are not the first, she is. But our story looks like her story because Jesus is the same in our story as he is in her story. May we be inspired and encouraged as examine Mary more closely. Jim Samra | Minister & Senior Pastor This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on August 30, 2026

  7. Aug 23

    Abundant Lives | Tamar (Mother of Perez)

    This message, looking at a difficult story in Genesis 38, is an encouragement to all who are going through unjust and unprovoked suffering. Abundant life and abundant blessings come when we faithfully endure. And, while we know Tamar’s deception is not from God, her faithfulness to submit to her situation and to make the best of some really hard situations was. Jim Samra | Minister & Senior Pastor This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on August 23, 2026

  8. Aug 16

    Abundant Lives | Eve

    Jim Samra | Minister & Senior Pastor This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on August 9, 2026

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Calvary Church, Grand Rapids, MI Senior Pastor Dr. Jim Samra (616)956-9377

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  • Creator
    Calvary Church, Grand Rapids, MI
  • Years Active
    2010 - 2026
  • Episodes
    225
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    Clean
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    © Copyright 2026
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    Calvary Church

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