Calvary Chapel Old Bridge

We live in a time when the word community is everywhere—yet genuine unity feels increasingly rare. Division, isolation, and confusion have become normal, even among people who claim to follow Christ. This weekend, Pastor Robert Baltodano will look at a portion of one of the most powerful prayers in all of Scripture (John 17)—where Jesus prays not only for His disciples, but for every believer who would follow Him. As Jesus concludes His prayer, He reveals His heart for the kind of church the world needs to see. Join us as pastor Robert takes a look at John 17:20-26.

IIn a time when many claim the name “Christian” while growing comfortable with sin—or losing conviction altogether, the Apostle John writes with clarity, showing us that believers may still struggle with sin, but sin no longer rules the one who has been born of God—With a title "Why Sin No Longer Rules the Christian" pastor Robert Baltodano will be in 1 John 3:4–9, a passage that reminds us of an important truth, that Christ came to take away sins, and those who abide in Him cannot live at peace with what He came to destroy. 

In the message, Pastor Lloyd teaches from Hosea chapters 3 and 4, revealing God’s diagnosis of a nation’s heart that has turned away from Him. As Israel fell into idolatry, sexual immorality, and spiritual blindness, he connects these warnings to modern America, where abortion, promiscuity, and the rejection of God’s truth are common in our culture. Though God judged Israel for their sin, His purpose was always to draw them back through the wounds of their actions, and Pastor Lloyd reminds us that even in the midst of great sin, there is always hope when a nation turns to the Lord in repentance and seeks Him.

In a world that constantly tells us to define ourselves by success, relationships, or performance, Scripture reminds us of something far deeper and far more secure!Pastor Robert looks at the incredible truth found in 1 John 3:1–3—because of God’s love, we are not only called children of God, but we also have an identity with a future.Let us fix our eyes on the love that defines us and the future God is preparing for His children.

In the first message of the series, Pastor Lloyd highlights God’s faithfulness and Israel’s unfaithfulness. God told the prophet Hosea to marry a prostitute, mirroring the relationship between God and Israel. As Hosea’s wife, Gomer, was unfaithful to her husband, Israel was unfaithful to God. However, despite Israel’s unfaithfulness to the Lord, God promised to restore and redeem His people, showing His relentless and redeeming love.

We are living in a time when truth is constantly challenged and deception is everywhere—spiritually, culturally, and even within the church.Together, we’ll look at how God calls believers to remain secure, grounded, and confident in Christ—even in the midst of false teaching and confusion.

In 2 Corinthians 13, Paul calls believers to “examine yourselves as to whether you are in the faith.” In this message, Pastor Lloyd reminds us that genuine faith is not just professed — it is proven through a transformed life. Spiritual growth begins with honest self-examination, allowing God to reveal areas that need correction, strengthening, and renewal. As we submit our hearts to the Lord, we learn to rely on His grace, walk in integrity, and experience the power of Christ working in us.

As we close out 2025, and gather for our last service of the year, we want to be encouraged and equipped for what God has prepared for us in the new year. Philippians 3 reminds us to “forget those things which are behind and reach forward to those things which are ahead” 

In 2 Corinthians 12:10–21, Paul demonstrates what true, Christlike love looks like in real life — a love marked by humility, sacrifice, and sincere concern for others’ spiritual growth. In this message, Pastor Lloyd reminds us that genuine love is more than words or feelings; it is not prideful nor domineering. Love is expressed through patient endurance, servant-hearted humility, and a willingness to invest in others, even when it costs us. As believers, we are called to reflect the heart of Christ by putting love into action by serving others.

In this, the love of God was manifested toward us, that God sent His only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through Him. - 1 John 4:9Love came down in the person of Jesus Christ. In 1 John 4:9, we read that God showed His love for us by sending His only Son into the world so that we might live through Him. In this message, Pastor Lloyd reminds us that God’s love is transformational — shaping our hearts to become more like Christ and deepening our love for one another. As recipients of His great sacrifice, we are called to live out and share this love with the world.

"Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him." - Matthew 2:2The long-awaited King has come! The wise men's search reminds us that Jesus is not only the promised Messiah, but the true King who stepped into our world to bring hope, truth, and salvation. In this message, Pastor Lloyd reflects on what it means to seek and worship Christ as King — just as the Magi did so many years ago.

We live in a world filled with spiritual confusion, half-truths, and false claims about Jesus. In 1 John 2:18–23, the Apostle John warns believers about “the great lie”—denying who Jesus truly is—and how deception can quietly pull people away from the truth.Join us as we learn how to recognize false teaching, remain anchored in Christ, and stand firm in a culture that increasingly rejects biblical truth.

In this passage, Paul warns of the danger of boasting and the temptation towards pride, even in spiritual experiences. Through Paul’s “thorn in the flesh,” Pastor Lloyd highlights the importance of humility and teaches how God’s power is made perfect when we rely on Him in our weakness.

In a world full of noise, pressure, and shifting values, Scripture reminds us of our real identity and purpose.

In this message, Pastor Lloyd examines Paul’s response to the foolish accusations made against him by false teachers. Scripture warns us not to answer a fool according to his folly, yet there are times when wisdom calls us to speak up so that foolishness is not mistaken for truth. Paul reluctantly defends himself—not to boast, but to protect the Gospel from those seeking to undermine it. Despite enduring intense hardship, persecution, and suffering for Christ, Paul learned humility and discernment through these trials. His example reminds us of the true danger of foolishness and the importance of standing firm in God’s wisdom and relying on His strength, not our own.

In this message, Pastor Lloyd warns believers to be alert to false teaching and the subtle nature of demonic warfare. The enemy uses deceitful doctrines and clever schemes to draw people away from the truth of God’s Word. Paul urges believers to resist deception by standing firm in the gospel—Jesus Christ and Him crucified—the truth that alone sets us free.

Together, we’ll lift our voices in heartfelt praise—giving honor and glory to our Lord. The evening will begin with prayer and a reading of Psalm 100 led by Pastor Robert, followed by a devotion from Pastor Lloyd, communion, and a testimony from one of our elders.

Spiritual warfare is real and often subtle. Paul urges believers to submit to God, cast down arguments against Christ, and take every thought captive. Pastor Lloyd explains how even modern technology can become a tool the enemy uses to distract us from God. In a world full of noise, victory comes by keeping our minds anchored in Christ and relying on God’s strength.