Hello, new post.. it's September and my last post was in April... so ashamed... anyways... I need to plan on posting each week... God is so Good.. He is moving like everything here at calvary Lubbock... so stoked to what God is doing here in Lubbock... anyways...
blessings
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Monday, April 12, 2010
SABBATH REST
Hey guys what an awesome day we had yesterday... God is doing amazing things in my life and the life of the church....
Here are some excepts of yesterday's teaching
2 principles Jesus taught us from MARK 2:23-38
1. Human Need (salvation ect) is far greater than religious ritual
2. Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath...
Here is the deal..we NEED our sabbath rest.. make sure you have a day that you can rest... no honey do's or projects but a day in which you can recharge your batteries...
Spiritually speaking... Hebrews 3... talks about a REST that only Jesus can bring... putting your faith and trust in HIM
Blessings..
Ben
Here are some excepts of yesterday's teaching
2 principles Jesus taught us from MARK 2:23-38
1. Human Need (salvation ect) is far greater than religious ritual
2. Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath...
Here is the deal..we NEED our sabbath rest.. make sure you have a day that you can rest... no honey do's or projects but a day in which you can recharge your batteries...
Spiritually speaking... Hebrews 3... talks about a REST that only Jesus can bring... putting your faith and trust in HIM
Blessings..
Ben
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Jonah 2:10
Hello... just a quick update: Wednesday night we are looking at Jonah 2:10 in which the fish spew's Jonah on to dry land... What a great time we are having in this book... Hope you have a great night.
Ben
Ben
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Two or More Concert at Calvary Chapel...
Hey Guys.. check out this short video(s).. Two or More were in concert last night..well more like a awesome worship service... man if you didn't get a chance to make it.... we will have them back real soon.... Enjoy
God bless
Ben
God bless
Ben
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Status Update
we are back in business... blogging again and now new and improved... we will be showing videos from pastor's and of course just the basics musings in Lubbock Texas...
so with that I say.. Hello
Blessings
Pastor Ben
so with that I say.. Hello
Blessings
Pastor Ben
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
We Made our local newspaper... Praise God
On Monday, May 18, Ben Martinez, pastor of Calvary Chapel Lubbock, 4218 Boston Ave., was up early.
By 6:52 a.m., he had finished his quiet time, listened to a Christian podcast, and was on his way to the gym. From approximately noon to 1 p.m., he ate lunch at Mi Tierra with someone named Ricky and took a picture of Ricky with his cell phone. From 3:11 p.m. to 3:19 p.m. he listened to a version of "I Surrender All" on the Internet. At 5 p.m. he headed back to the gym, planning to go to Starbucks afterward. He finished his workout by 7:27 p.m.
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It was a busy day.
And if you were one of the currently 98 people who follow him on Twitter, you'd know all about it.
Twitter, an internet microblogging service that allows users to "tweet" their opinions, whereabouts, and plans in abbreviated real-time, is the newest kid on the social networking block.
Friends are made. Lives are followed.
Its appeal is rooted in its haiku-esque functionality, which restricts individual posts to 140 characters.
Church leaders across the country have quickly caught on and more and more are harnessing Twitter's power, as well as that of other sites like Facebook, for the Kingdom of God.
Lubbock pastors are no exception. Some use for it fellowship, some for outreach.
Martinez is one of several local pastors who utilizes the service to foster a sense of community within his congregation and keep church members instantly in the loop, not only regarding church happenings, but their personal lives as well.
"It's a good way to keep our congregation updated on prayer requests or events in the church," he says. "Also people are really just interested in people's lives. Like, 'oh, what's the pastor doing? What's he studying?' "
But most importantly, says Martinez, who regularly cites Bible verses in his tweets, "it's a means to preach the Gospel. A means to encourage and exhort people."
On Good Friday, members of New York's Wall Street Trinity Church twittered the details of Christ's final hours on earth with usernames like @JosephArimithea, @pontius_Pilate, and @_JesusChrist.
A May issue of "Time" magazine reported on tech-savvy churches that incorporated Twitter into their services. They encouraged members to twitter their thoughts on the sermon - which are instantly relayed to church video screens - as a running interactive commentary. Offering a digital spin on the idea that nothing done for God is in vain, the magazine quoted one pastor as saying, "If God leads you to continue (Twitter) as a form of worship, by all means do it."
At that, Martinez chuckles.
"I did hear of some churches that will do that, where you can tweet or text your questions while the pastor is actually preaching," he said. "We're not at that point ... we're just doing it as a means of staying connected in this day and age."
Remember I Love you
Pastor Ben
By 6:52 a.m., he had finished his quiet time, listened to a Christian podcast, and was on his way to the gym. From approximately noon to 1 p.m., he ate lunch at Mi Tierra with someone named Ricky and took a picture of Ricky with his cell phone. From 3:11 p.m. to 3:19 p.m. he listened to a version of "I Surrender All" on the Internet. At 5 p.m. he headed back to the gym, planning to go to Starbucks afterward. He finished his workout by 7:27 p.m.
OAS_AD('Position3');
It was a busy day.
And if you were one of the currently 98 people who follow him on Twitter, you'd know all about it.
Twitter, an internet microblogging service that allows users to "tweet" their opinions, whereabouts, and plans in abbreviated real-time, is the newest kid on the social networking block.
Friends are made. Lives are followed.
Its appeal is rooted in its haiku-esque functionality, which restricts individual posts to 140 characters.
Church leaders across the country have quickly caught on and more and more are harnessing Twitter's power, as well as that of other sites like Facebook, for the Kingdom of God.
Lubbock pastors are no exception. Some use for it fellowship, some for outreach.
Martinez is one of several local pastors who utilizes the service to foster a sense of community within his congregation and keep church members instantly in the loop, not only regarding church happenings, but their personal lives as well.
"It's a good way to keep our congregation updated on prayer requests or events in the church," he says. "Also people are really just interested in people's lives. Like, 'oh, what's the pastor doing? What's he studying?' "
But most importantly, says Martinez, who regularly cites Bible verses in his tweets, "it's a means to preach the Gospel. A means to encourage and exhort people."
On Good Friday, members of New York's Wall Street Trinity Church twittered the details of Christ's final hours on earth with usernames like @JosephArimithea, @pontius_Pilate, and @_JesusChrist.
A May issue of "Time" magazine reported on tech-savvy churches that incorporated Twitter into their services. They encouraged members to twitter their thoughts on the sermon - which are instantly relayed to church video screens - as a running interactive commentary. Offering a digital spin on the idea that nothing done for God is in vain, the magazine quoted one pastor as saying, "If God leads you to continue (Twitter) as a form of worship, by all means do it."
At that, Martinez chuckles.
"I did hear of some churches that will do that, where you can tweet or text your questions while the pastor is actually preaching," he said. "We're not at that point ... we're just doing it as a means of staying connected in this day and age."
Remember I Love you
Pastor Ben
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Hello back to blogging again
Hey everyone... I haven't posted here in a long while... I have been blogging on the Calvary web-site... but I am back... look for weekly updated blogs....
So Hope you all have a great day and be blessed in Jesus...
Remember I Love you...
Pastor Ben
So Hope you all have a great day and be blessed in Jesus...
Remember I Love you...
Pastor Ben
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Resurrection Sunday
It is the day in which we celebrate the Greatest Single Fact in the History of the Universe and that is that Jesus Christ was Crucified, was Buried, and on the Third Day Rose from the Dead and He is Alive! What an amazing thing for us to Celebrate! Easter is always a great opportunity to invite folks that normally won't go to church.
May the Bless You and Keep You!
Pastor Ben
May the Bless You and Keep You!
Pastor Ben
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Pastor's Conference in Dallas
Hello all, we are in Big D... Dallas Texas for our annual Tx/Okc Pastor's Conference and are having a blast... crazy stories thus far... but the most exciting story of our trip is a employee named Rosie who we got to know today ... Prayed to receive Christ this afternoon... PTL...
God Bless
more to come on this story...
Pastor Sof & Yvonne, Pastor Terry & Crystal came up today and are praying for a great conference.... 
Here are some pics from Yesterday and Today... God Bless ... will post tomorrow too...
God Bless
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Fasting Part II
Biblical Fasting - Is there a proper method to fasting?Biblical fasting, unlike fasting for medical or health reasons, must be done with an attitude of seriousness and sincerity. When we fast, we willingly deprive the body of nourishment and the pleasurable taste of food. The body requires food for sustenance; therefore our hearts and minds must be totally focused and directed towards God so that He may be the full source of our strength during our period of fasting. Fasting must also be done in an attitude of humility. It is not necessary for others to know we are fasting; it is directed towards God. “But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, so that it will not be obvious to men that you are fasting, but only to your Father, who is unseen; and your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you” (Matthew 6:17-18).
In addition to our attitudes towards God and our stance before man, our motives must also be correct. We should fast in order to further the building up of God’s kingdom by seeking to minister to others. The prophet Isaiah received from the Lord the acceptable motives for our fasts: “Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice and untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and break every yoke? Is it not to share your food with the hungry and to provide the poor wanderer with shelter -- when you see the naked, to clothe him, and not to turn away from your own flesh and blood?” (Isaiah 58:6-7).
Fasts may last for varying lengths of time -- one day, three days, seven days, and more. We should prayerfully seek the Lord about the length of our fast. Fasting should have an object in mind; we should have a clear idea of the need and purpose. One of the most pressing reasons for Christian fasting may be revival -- “Will you not revive us again. . .” (Psalm 85:6).
Pastor Ben
In addition to our attitudes towards God and our stance before man, our motives must also be correct. We should fast in order to further the building up of God’s kingdom by seeking to minister to others. The prophet Isaiah received from the Lord the acceptable motives for our fasts: “Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice and untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and break every yoke? Is it not to share your food with the hungry and to provide the poor wanderer with shelter -- when you see the naked, to clothe him, and not to turn away from your own flesh and blood?” (Isaiah 58:6-7).
Fasts may last for varying lengths of time -- one day, three days, seven days, and more. We should prayerfully seek the Lord about the length of our fast. Fasting should have an object in mind; we should have a clear idea of the need and purpose. One of the most pressing reasons for Christian fasting may be revival -- “Will you not revive us again. . .” (Psalm 85:6).
Pastor Ben
Monday, March 23, 2009
Fasting!
Seems like every time I study or listen to podcast the theme of Fasting comes up... a biblical fast...
So what is fasting... its purpose and how can I get closer go God by doing it... well the bible declares in that a "biblical fast" is abstaining from food for Spiritual reasons....
I came across this article that I thought would help.... Here is Part I of a three part series on Fasting...
Biblical Fasting - Is fasting necessary for today’s Christian church?
Biblical fasting is a spiritual discipline which was encouraged by Jesus, Himself, while He was on earth. When questioned as to why the Pharisees and the disciples of John the Baptist fasted while Jesus disciples did not, Jesus answered, "How can the guests of the bridegroom mourn while he is with them? The time will come when the bridegroom will be taken from them; then they will fast” (Matthew 9:15). Jesus was indicating that fasting would become a necessity when, the bridegroom (Jesus) was taken away. While Jesus, who was God manifested in human form, was still on earth, His followers enjoyed a close fellowship and friendship with Him. Jesus bestowed power and authority on them to the extent that they had limited power to preach, heal the sick, and cast out devils. Similarly, when Jesus sent them out to minister to the populace, He instructed them to take few provisions. “Then Jesus asked them, ‘When I sent you without purse, bag or sandals, did you lack anything?’ ‘Nothing,’ they answered. He said to them, ‘But now if you have a purse, take it, and also a bag; and if you don't have a sword, sell your cloak and buy one’” (Luke 22:35-36). Jesus was teaching that after His departure, the entire dynamic would change and the disciples would need a different type of preparation and provision.
Fasting was to be a vital part of this new preparation. The new covenant is based on the truth that we have received everything in Christ, “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ” (Ephesians 1:3). Nevertheless, we cooperate with the Spirit in the working out of our salvation with much prayer, meditation, and the study of God’s Word. In addition to all these spiritual practices, Christians should also employ the humbling discipline of fasting.
God Bless you
Remember I Love you
Pastor Ben
So what is fasting... its purpose and how can I get closer go God by doing it... well the bible declares in that a "biblical fast" is abstaining from food for Spiritual reasons....
I came across this article that I thought would help.... Here is Part I of a three part series on Fasting...
Biblical Fasting - Is fasting necessary for today’s Christian church?
Biblical fasting is a spiritual discipline which was encouraged by Jesus, Himself, while He was on earth. When questioned as to why the Pharisees and the disciples of John the Baptist fasted while Jesus disciples did not, Jesus answered, "How can the guests of the bridegroom mourn while he is with them? The time will come when the bridegroom will be taken from them; then they will fast” (Matthew 9:15). Jesus was indicating that fasting would become a necessity when, the bridegroom (Jesus) was taken away. While Jesus, who was God manifested in human form, was still on earth, His followers enjoyed a close fellowship and friendship with Him. Jesus bestowed power and authority on them to the extent that they had limited power to preach, heal the sick, and cast out devils. Similarly, when Jesus sent them out to minister to the populace, He instructed them to take few provisions. “Then Jesus asked them, ‘When I sent you without purse, bag or sandals, did you lack anything?’ ‘Nothing,’ they answered. He said to them, ‘But now if you have a purse, take it, and also a bag; and if you don't have a sword, sell your cloak and buy one’” (Luke 22:35-36). Jesus was teaching that after His departure, the entire dynamic would change and the disciples would need a different type of preparation and provision.
Fasting was to be a vital part of this new preparation. The new covenant is based on the truth that we have received everything in Christ, “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ” (Ephesians 1:3). Nevertheless, we cooperate with the Spirit in the working out of our salvation with much prayer, meditation, and the study of God’s Word. In addition to all these spiritual practices, Christians should also employ the humbling discipline of fasting.
God Bless you
Remember I Love you
Pastor Ben
Saturday, March 21, 2009
Men's Outreach " Need Prayer" Saturday
Hello all, what a great day we had so far... We put a prayer tent on the corner of Indiana and 70th with a sign that simply said.." Need Prayer" and God moved in a an amazing way... several people stopped by and asked for prayer. One person prayed to receive Christ today... Praise the Lord.
Here are some pics... God is Amazing and I am so privileged to serve Him
Pastor Ben
Monday, March 16, 2009
Journaling!
Been thinking about journaling lately... really sitting down and allowing the Lord to speak but taking some time to write down what the Lord has said...
see at times He speak so clear... I love it... but as human as I am... I forget... yes that's right... sometimes forget what God has said... so in prayer I have decided to begin journaling again...
what ever the Lord wants to speak... I will write down and refer to from time to time...
Here is an except for journaling...hope it blesses you...
Journaling - A Form of Worship-Journaling can be a form of worship. In solitude, we can explore the blessing of writing our hearts to God. We don't have to be professional writers, or even good writers - it's all about the passion for God in our hearts. Journals and letters are powerful tools for recording thoughts, prayers, fears and miracles in our lives. Writing our hearts to God is a fantastic compliment to our daily devotionals with Him.
Journaling - Seek God and Hear His Whispers---Journaling typically works best in a quiet place. Find a daily retreat and explore the power of meditative prayer and writing in your life. Learn to seek God's face during your alone times with Him. Through writing, learn to hear God's whispers in your life…
Reflect… Who are you? What is your background? What experiences brought you to this time and place in your life?
Release… What life changing mistakes have you made? Are there any buried mistakes in your life that still hold you back? Have you released your mistakes to God, so you can experience His true blessings for your life?
Surrender… What event or series of events in your life brought you to your knees? Where did you focus your thoughts and efforts during crisis? When did you turn it all over to God?
Praise… What victories have you experienced in your life? What blessings has God brought your way? Think about God's role in your life, and give Him thanks for all you have?
I Love you
Pastor Ben
see at times He speak so clear... I love it... but as human as I am... I forget... yes that's right... sometimes forget what God has said... so in prayer I have decided to begin journaling again...
what ever the Lord wants to speak... I will write down and refer to from time to time...
Here is an except for journaling...hope it blesses you...
Journaling - A Form of Worship-Journaling can be a form of worship. In solitude, we can explore the blessing of writing our hearts to God. We don't have to be professional writers, or even good writers - it's all about the passion for God in our hearts. Journals and letters are powerful tools for recording thoughts, prayers, fears and miracles in our lives. Writing our hearts to God is a fantastic compliment to our daily devotionals with Him.
Journaling - Seek God and Hear His Whispers---Journaling typically works best in a quiet place. Find a daily retreat and explore the power of meditative prayer and writing in your life. Learn to seek God's face during your alone times with Him. Through writing, learn to hear God's whispers in your life…
Reflect… Who are you? What is your background? What experiences brought you to this time and place in your life?
Release… What life changing mistakes have you made? Are there any buried mistakes in your life that still hold you back? Have you released your mistakes to God, so you can experience His true blessings for your life?
Surrender… What event or series of events in your life brought you to your knees? Where did you focus your thoughts and efforts during crisis? When did you turn it all over to God?
Praise… What victories have you experienced in your life? What blessings has God brought your way? Think about God's role in your life, and give Him thanks for all you have?
I Love you
Pastor Ben
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Home Sweet Home
Finally made it back from Tucson... it was a long trip...over 1600 miles in the car... but I am so glad to be back here in Lubbock... I missed all of you.... Although I heard Pastor Terry did an Amazing job teaching on Wednesday... Praise the Lord...
Anyways.. the Conference was a Blast... I really believer the Lord spoke loud and clear...
looking forward to seeing what HE wants to do...
Here are some pics of the trip and will see you Sunday....
Here are some pics of the trip and will see you Sunday....
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
In & Out in Tucson....Really? YES
Guess what? we found a In & Out in Tucson... so after the teaching tonight we went and forced fed ourselves a hamburger... what a great time.... here are some pics enjoy...
Double/Double Animal Style
Double/Double Animal Style
Good Night from Tucson...
Pastor Ben
What's Happening in Tucson
Hello all... here is an update of our time in Tucson... The Pastor's conference is going great and we are having a blast... Here are some pics
Ben and Mike at Casa Molina
Calvary Chapel Tucson Pastor's Conference... on a break...Her
Here we are acting goofy...we took our own pic... 
Tucson beautiful weather and sky
This is a shot from Starbucks... Amazing
Ben and Mike at Casa MolinaCalvary Chapel Tucson Pastor's Conference... on a break...HerHere we are acting goofy...we took our own pic... Tucson beautiful weather and skyThis is a shot from Starbucks... Amazing anyways will try and post tomorrow...
God Bless
Pastor Ben
Monday, March 9, 2009
Arrived in Tucson
Hey everyone, just arrived in Tucson ..actually late last night... but it is Monday morning and I thought I would update everyone on what's happening here...
Josh Reading his Bible...
Hope you have a great day.... Conference starts here at 12:30pm
Pastor Ben
Great morning in the Word then breakfast and now hanging out and " Suffering" for Jesus.. in this Hotel... (see pic)
Love you guys and will try to post later...
Josh Reading his Bible...
Hope you have a great day.... Conference starts here at 12:30pm
Pastor Ben
Saturday, March 7, 2009
Please Pray for Micheal Sweet & Family
Hey everyone... please pray for the Sweet family. Kyle Rae Sweet, Micheal's wife went home to be with the Lord on Thursday March 5th.
Micheal Sweet was the front man for the 80's christian rock group called STRYPER... they were married over 23 yrs and have two older children...
Kyle Sweet was diagnosed with cancer in 2007 lost herbattle on 2009 - she is in the presence of Jesus
God Bless
Ben
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