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What We Believe
A Statement of Faith is a written declaration of the church’s position on matters that pertain to the essentials of historical Christianity. The following statements comprise Calvary Chapel’s Statement of Faith:
Nearly 2,000 years ago, Jesus asked the question, “What do you think about the Christ? Whose Son is he?” (Matthew 22:42). A person’s answer to that question can determine his or her eternal destiny.
Jesus' Perexistence
The Apostle John declares Jesus’ preexistence in John 1:1 “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” Jesus says He is “the Alpha and Omega. The Beginning and the End” (Revelation 1:8). Jesus reigns eternally (Hebrews 1:8), and He exists before all things (Colossians 1:17).
Jesus' Diety
Jesus did not become God – He always has been God (John 5:58), and is the second member of the Trinity (also see: “The Trinity”). Referring to His deity, Jesus said, “Before Abraham was, I am” (John 8:58). The preexistence of Jesus Christ and the deity of Jesus Christ are inseparable. You cannot accept one and deny the other.
Jesus' Incarnation
The word incarnation means “in flesh.” It denotes the act in which the Son of God took to Himself the nature of humanity through the Virgin Birth (Mathew 1:23). John writes, “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us” (John 1:14).
Jesus' Humanity
For Jesus to represent fallen humanity, He had to become a man, His Virgin Birth, which was essential for Him to be sinless, was prophesied long before it occurred (Genesis 3:15; Isaiah 9:6; Matthew 1:18, 23; Luke 1:34-35; and Galatians 4:4). Jesus experienced everything in life that we do: pain, suffering, thirst, hunger, sorrow, anger, and so on; yet, He was without sin (Hebrews 4:15).
Jesus' Death
The penalty for our sins is death (Romans 6:23). Jesus died in our place and paid our penalty (Matthew 20:28). The death of Jesus on the cross laid the foundation on which a righteous God could pardon guilty and sinful people without compromising His righteousness in any way.
Jesus' Resurrection
Jesus'’ resurrection assures us of our future resurrection. Because of His victory over death, we have victory as well. Without the resurrection, there would be no gospel message. His resurrection has been proven beyond a shadow of doubt (Matthew 28:5-8; Luke 24:39; John 20:27-28). The empty tomb, the shape of His linen wrappings, and His appearance to many after His crucifixion were just a few of the credible evidences of His resurrection.
Jesus' Ascension & Exaltation
After His resurrection, Jesus visibly departed from His disciples into heaven (Luke 24:51; Acts 1:9). His ascension and exaltation were necessary to complete the redemptive work of God. His work was not complete when He rose from the dead (Mark 16:19; Philippians 2:9; Ephesians 1:20-21; Hebrews 1:3).
Jesus' Personal Return
Jesus Christ will return to this earth and receive His church, the body of Christ, to Himself (John 14:1-4; Acts 1:11; Revelation 1:7).
God knew that man would sin and would need to be reconciled to Him. At the heart of God’s plan to reconcile sinful man to Himself is a Mediator, Jesus Christ (1 Timothy 2:5-6).
What is salvation?
Salvation is defined as “deliverance from the power and effects of sin” All have sinned (Romans 3:23), but we cannot save ourselves, because only a sinless person can save a sinful person. The Bible tells us that Jesus Christ died for sinners (1Timothy 1:15; Romans 5:6-8).
Provisions of Salvation
Certain provisions were necessary for salvation to be available to humanity: the death, burial, resurrection (1 Corinthians 15:3-4), ascension (Mark 16:19), and exaltation of Jesus Christ (Acts 2:33, 5:31; 1 Peter 3:22; Hebrews 1:3).
Process of Salvation - God's Side
Through the divine side of salvation, God sovereignty acts to secure salvation for sinners through: Election – God chose, by grace, salvation in Christ for those whom He knew would accept Him (Ephesians 1:4-5). Regeneration – God makes us alive through Christ, enabling us to be born again, to experience a new birth (John 3:3). Without a new birth, we are “dead in trespasses and sins” (Ephesians 2:1). Justification – When God justifies us. He declares us “guiltless” before Him and places all of the righteousness of Christ to our credit. Justification represents both God’s forgiveness of our sins and the righteousness He has accounted to us (Romans 3:28; 5:1). Adoption – Adoption means, “the placing of a son.” God gives us the full rights of inheritance in His family as though we had been born into it (Galatians 4:4-5). Because we are God’s children, we can call him Abba or Daddy (Romans 8:15). As God’s children, we can be confident that he understands us, takes care of us, and will bless us. Sanctification – When we become Christians, God sanctifies us; or sets us apart permanently for Himself (1Corinthians 6:11). Through sanctification, we become more and more like Jesus Christ through the work of the Holy Spirit.
Process of Savation- Man's Side
Just as there is a divine side of salvation, there is a human side that shows itself through “free will”: Belief means acknowledging Jesus Christ not only in our heads, but also in our hearts (John 3:18, 36). Repentance is a sincere and thorough change of mind and heart away from sin (2 Peter 3:9). We must not only turn from our sins, but we must also turn to God (Acts 3:19, 26:18; 1 Thessalonians 1:19). Faith can be defined as “confiding trust.” It involves our intellect, emotions, and will (Mark 4:16-17; Romans 10:9, 17; Ephesians 2:8-9)
Product of Salvation
God created us and Christ purchased us so that we might know Him, walk with Him, and glorify Him (Ephesians 1:11-12). He also wants us to bear much fruit as we invest our lives in service to Him. We bear fruit by winning others to Christ, by helping them grow spiritually (Romans 1:13), by sharing our blessings with others (Philippians 4:17), by giving praise and thanks to God (Hebrews 13:15), and by living a changed life through our conduct and character (Galatians 5:22).
The Bible is a book of history, science, poetry and human behavior. Most importantly, it is a love story that reveals the heart of God through the person of His Son, Jesus Christ.
The Bible is Unique
The Bible was written over a period of 1,500 years by more than 40 authors in three languages on three continents. Rather than contradicting one another, the writers maintained 100 percent historical, moral, prophetical, and theological accuracy, writing with harmony and continuity from Genesis to Revelation.
The Bible is inspired by God
The Bible was written by men (2 Peter 1:20-21) under the inspiration of God (2 Timothy 3:16). God exerted His supernatural influence on the writers of the Bible. In other words, God was the author and men were His writing instruments.
The Bible Is to Be Read & Studied
Studying the Bible is an absolute must for Christians. The Bible instructs, “Study to show thyself approved unto God…” (2 Timothy 2:15). The systematic preaching of the Bible is impossible without the systematic study of the Bible. We are not to skim a few versus in our daily Bible reading, nor are we to study a passage only when we’re about to share it. We need to immerse ourselves daily in God’s Word, like the Bereans who searched the Scriptures daily (Acts 17:11).
The Bible Teaches Us
To build a model airplane, we need to follow a set of instructions. Only then will the final product look like its counterpart on the box. In the same way, we need to follow God’s instruction manual for life, the Bible. Only then will our lives reflect Jesus Christ. The Bible says, “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness” (2Timothy 3:16).
The Bile Give Us Hope
The Bible was “written for our learning, that we through the patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope” (Romans 15:4). We find hope through learning about God, His ways, and His plans for our lives. When we discover the promises of God, we recognize there is more to life than merely existing. We discover there is life beyond this life. Through the Bible, we obtain hope, encouragement, comfort, strength, wisdom, and much more. Best of all, we gain an understanding of how to know God personally and how to live for Him righteously.
The Bible Give Us Direction
To find our way through the dark, we need a flashlight. Only then can we see clearly and avoid stumbling. The psalmist described God’s Word as “a lamp to my feet, and a light to my path” (Psalm 119:105). As we allow the Bible to direct our lives, we’ll keep from stumbling and falling. If you want to be wise, read the Bible. If you want to be sage, believe the Bible. If you want to be right, obey the Bible.God knew that man would sin and would need to be reconciled to Him. At the heart of God’s plan to reconcile sinful man to Himself is a Mediator, Jesus Christ (1 Timothy 2:5-6).
To walk with God and grow spiritually, it’s an absolute necessity to be involved in a church. The Bible instructs us to “consider one another in order to stir up love and good work, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together in His name…” (Hebrews 10:24-25).
What is the Church?
In the New Testament, temple and synagogue are the only words that describe a building as a place of worship. Today’s church is not a building, but an assembly of people who make up the body of Christ (Colossians 1:24; Romans 16:5). The universal church consists of genuine Christian believers of all ages, both on earth and in heaven. There won’t be any denominations in heaven-only believers.
Is it Neccessary to Join a Church?
Although we are all members of the universal church, the body of Christ it’s important for a Christian to identify with a body of believers in a local church. We need each other in order to develop fully as Christians (1 Corinthians 12:4-27). We are also disciples who are commanded to make disciples (Matthew 28:19). But to do so, we must spend time around other believers.
What Makes a Church Effective?
What makes the church effective today is no different from what made the early church effective. It’s the Spirit of God working through the Word of God in the hearts of the people of God. Jesus told His disciples, “But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth’ “ (Acts 1:8). Only a Spirit- filled church can be an effective church. We simply need to ask God to empower us.
What is the Purpose of the Church?
The purpose of the church is threefold. First, the church is to exalt God. He has called us to live “to the praise of His glory” (Ephesians 1:12). Second, the church is to edify the saints. Paul exhorts us to “present every man perfect in Christ Jesus” (Colossians 1:28). Third, the church is to evangelize the world. Jesus told His disciples, “ ‘Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature’ “ (Mark 16:15). We believe in adhering to these purposes, while keeping them in proper balance.
What is the Practive of the Church?
The practice of the church is fourfold. It is to be a learning church, a loving and united church, a worshiping church, and a praying church. We find the trademarks of a healthy church in the book of Acts: “And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine, and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayer” (2:42).
What are the Ordinances of the Church?
Ordinances of the church are outward rites or symbolic observances commanded by Jesus, which set forth essential Christian truths. We observe the ordinances of water baptism and communion.
Who is the Head of the Church?
Jesus told His disciples, “On this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it’ “ (Matthew 16:18). The Bible says that the head of the church is Jesus Christ Himself (Ephesians 1:22; 5:23).
We are an affiliate of Calvary Chapels worldwide.
All Calvary Chapels are non-denominational Christian churches.
The first Calvary Chapel began ministry in 1965 in Costa Mesa, California under the leadership of Pastor Chuck Smith.
Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa has established more than one thousand affiliate Calvary Chapels in America and across
the world and is among the world's largest churches
with more than thirty-five thousand calling it their home church.
It is one of the ten largest Protestant churches in the United States.
Meet our Pastoral team.
Prayer, the first and last word in my bio, through which I came to know my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ over 20 years ago at this fellowship which was Calvary Chapel Sunrise at the time.
Born and raised in Bronx, NY and served in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1968 during the Vietnam War. I am a die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan and love to sing praise.
I moved to Florida with my family in '79 and this has been our home ever since. With 5 children, and 12 grandchildren which we love dearly, the Lord has blessed me with an amazing and wonderfully loving wife, Barbara currently holds the "Best Wife in the World" title!
Since 1990, I've served the Lord and have been involved in almost every ministry. In 2003 I was ordained Associate Pastor of Calvary Chapel Lake Worth, and have been blessed to have great teachers who shared the word, their wisdom and love. I became Senior Pastor in December 2011 and I strongly beleive that Jesus Christ is the head of our ministry and our direction comes by and through the Holy Spirit and our continued commitment to Prayer!
Pastor Will Torres has a passion for God's word coupled with a love for God’s people. Pastor Will was ordained as a pastor at Calvary Chapel in Coral Springs in 2011 under the leadership of Senior Pastor Joe Reul.
Pastor Will is originally from Brooklyn, New York. He is a die hard Mets and NY Giants fan. He loves spending time with his family, and his beautiful wife Kristan.
He is the youngest of seven children, and was raised knowing the Lord from a young age. Will knew he had a calling on his life as a teenager and that he would one day be a pastor. He made a bold move of faith in 2001 when he left New York, to move to Florida, to seek out the Lords will for his Life, he came down with 200 dollars and a prayer, and God opened up tremendous doors for him, he connected with a church in Sunrise, and became a student of the word, after two years he was serving in the youth ministry and a few years after that he was leading that very ministry, God was unvieling his plan and placing a passion to reach the lost youth of this generation.
In 2004, he felt called to join Calvary Chapel Coral Springs, and became the youth overseer soon thereafter. For the past 6 years he has been serving faithfully along side his wife and the great team of youth leaders. In June of 2011 Pastor Joe ordained him as the associate Pastor of the church and he has been serving and teaching the wednesday night bible study.
His heart to still see this generation reached but now through the equiping of others through discipleship and one on one interactions so that people can find their God givien abilities to further the Kingdom and bring God the Glory!
"if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land." 2 Chronicles 7:14
"It is written," he said to them, "'My house will be called a house of prayer,'...Matt 21:13
At Calvary Coral Springs we believe that everything we do should be bathed in prayer, which is why before every service our intercessory prayer ministry meets together to pray and intercede for the work that God is doing in and through our fellowship in the service for that day.
We also meet every Monday at 7:00pm for a weekly prayer meeting to pray for all the needs and requests that our fellowship may have. It's a powerful time of coming before the Lord on behalf of yourself or for someone else, we encourage you to be a part and join us, once you start you'll see that you just cant stop!
Children’s ministry is provided during all the services on Sunday morning and Wednesday evening for babies and kids up to 5th Grade. It is our belief that children learn much more about the love of God when they are taught at their level and at their pace. We have designed the Children’s Ministry for exactly that. Before the service, parents check in their kids into their respective classrooms where the kids will have a variety of activities to do depending on their age group. By checking in the child, parents are allowed the ability to have uninterrupted time with the Lord, so they themselves might receive the maximum blessing possible from the teaching.
Our mission with the younger kids (babies to 3 years) is for them to leave knowing that God loves each one of them. We sing songs, watch videos, and read Bible stories, etc. The older kids (4 years to 5th Grade) will read a Bible story, color, do a craft, watch a puppet show, eat a snack along with a variety of other activities to get them to learn the point of the story that day. We do not consider Children’s Ministry a babysitting service, but a ministry where we make little followers of Jesus Christ who will grow up to be big followers of Him.
If you are interested in becoming a part of and
serving in the Childrens Ministry please see our
Childrens Ministry Director, Bill Perez, for more information.
The desicions Jr. High and Highschool students make will impact thier future, and many times alter the course of thier whole life. Through biblical guidance, instruction, friendship, and mentoring we want to help students to develop a relationship with God
"For our God is a consuming fire."
Hebrews 12:29
Ignite Youth Group meets on wednesdays at 7:00pm along with many other events often on the weekends.
“The grass withers, the flower fades, But the Word of our God stands forever.”—Isaiah 40:8
The "WOW" ministry encourages women to grow in their personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ by equipping them for service and fostering an atmosphere in which Christ-centered friendships can bloom.
Our goal is to focus women’s hearts on the sovereignty and all-sufficiency of the living God and His Word. We offer many opportunities to gather together in order to build one another up in the faith and to encourage relationships for the purpose of prayer and accountability to the glory of God. May the Lord abundantly bless you as you seek to know Him more deeply and to make Him more fully known.
"WOW" meet on Saturday Mornings at 9:30am for Bible and book studies, and othe varied activities throughout the year.
Men of Honor is the Mens ministry at Calvary Coral Springs, and we are focus on on helping men grow in their God-given roles and to encourage and exhort one another toward maturity in Christ.
Our desire is to provide men with the opportunity to grow in their walk with the Lord Jesus Christ by applying Biblical principles to the issues that are important in the lives of men. We do this by offering teaching, fellowship, and other activities that will draw men closer to God and to each other.
Our objective as a Men’s Ministry is to help men mature spiritually by grounding them in God’s Word, by providing opportunities to build accountability with other men, and by offering ways in which they may serve the Lord. In this way they can be examples of His love to their family, friends, co-workers and to the community.
We meet seasonally on Saturday Mornings at 9:00am in the One Way Cafe for breakfast and Fellowship and an interactive Bible Study.
“God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.” – John 4:24
Our heart for all of the ministry that takes place here in Calvary Chapel in Coral Springs is that Jesus Christ would be pleased and glorified in everything we do. From the very first time the word “worship” appears in the Bible (in Genesis 22:5), it isn’t defined as singing songs or lifting our hands… it’s defined as “bowing down” before the Lord. It is a reference to the “bowing down” of my will to God. We believe that worship is essentially an act of surrender, an expression of gratitude and of love to God.
We are called to worship Him in spirit and in truth; and our desire is that the worship ministry would always point back to and exalt Christ as we express our love and devotion in song, in service and ultimately in a life that is fully committed to Him.
“I will praise you, O Lord, with my whole heart.” –Psalm 9:1
Calvary Chapel in Coral Springs
11464 W. Sample Road
Coral Springs, FL 33065
tel.954.227.9339
fax.954.341.1945
Services Times:
Sundays - 10:30am Service
Mondays - 7:00pm Prayer
Wednesdays - 7:00pm Service
Saturdays - 9:00am Men's Bible Study
9:30am Women's Bible Study
