I grew in faith by listening to Chuck Smith, at a time when so much error was being taught. God led me to Chuck Smith’s teaching in 1977 and I’m still a faithful believer in Jesus 46 years later. Thank God for Chuck’s faithfulness to God’s Word. I look forward to meeting him when I face the Christ who rescues us.
I was one of the early young persons to go to Calvary. I was 19 and remember seeing the cute young, barefoot guy and I knew this a different kind of gathering. On my second time going there I said yes to Jesus. Pastor Chuck looked in my direction and on that occasion he did not ask those who just asked Jesus to come in to their heart. I would not have gone forward due to crying and my embarrassment and by not going forward I would have been devastated and defeated before I even got started on my walk. I am now 70 and so am still walking with my Lord. Thanks Calvary, Pastor Chuck and that beautiful smile and for being a godly father figure to us, especially to us who did not have that.
Well said!!! Same here (early young person to go to Calvary) and you’re so right - that beautiful smile. Chuck is bathing in the glory of God right now and what a seed he planted in so many hearts here on earth!!!💖
My cousin knocked at my door in 1969. He said, I want you to come with me to Calvary Chapel. We gotta get there an hour early or we won’t find a seat. We got there in time to find a seat on the floor (center aisle). We sang scripture songs a cappella for an hour. Then Chuck Smith taught the Bible for an hour. My walk with Jesus was taken to a whole new level that night.
Oh man. Thank you Chuck for having a hearrt for souls and being obedient to Christ. I am weeping..... Oh God, revive us again! Thank you for what you are doing today in Asbury KY, in TN, and through Mario Murillo and others in this hour. I pray that You move in a way that cannot be denied and spread Your fire anew across this land once more. Forgive us, your people of the United States, for our apathy and idolatry and turn our hearts back to you. Have Your way. May we make room for Your presence. Help us to receive You. Please help us to be open to the leading of Your Spirit and then to follow Your lead, throwing out all the agendas of man. We need you. Help us be the best we can be for You, for Your purpose, according to what You have called us to. We need YOU!
I came across Pastor Chuck Smith back in the late 1980s. There was a cable channel that had nonstop Christian programming, and I was taken in by his friendly smile and the Bible study on Revelation. He was one of several pastors that helped to solidify my walk with Jesus. I look back fondly on his ministry and what many of the fruits of his labor in the Calvary Chapels that spread out in the Western and Mountain states. It's nice to know that he is with the Lord now, and I look forward to seeing him soon. God bless you all who carry on the race that God, and Chuck set before you in this troubled world. Jesus is coming soon! Hallelujah, Amen!
I was a hippie in 1967/68, all the way on the east coast, Norfolk_Virginia Beach, and an artist friend told me what was happening with the Jesus people in California, people being saved and healed. That news led me to look for Jesus like that which miracously led me a gigantic encounter with God and salvation though Jesus Christ. PTL
I accepted Christ at Calvary chapel, was baptized by Pastor Chuck in pirates Cove, my three children were dedicated to Christ by Pastor Chuck. Besides Sunday we went on Thursday night for the through the Bible series. I remember sitting on the floor, I always liked to be upfront so that I can get lost in his teaching. To this day, I still miss and cannot find a pastor like him. Very special memories.
Just over a week ago I was called to a Calvary carpal church after living a very worldly life for the last two and a half years. A day later I was invited back again and gave my life to Christ. It was as if God was talking to me thru our pastor. Absolutely crazy
I was in the Navy when the Jesus Revolution was going on in Costa Mesa. But being out to sea didn’t stop it. Miraculously everyone in my shop got saved through various people and churches. After I got out of the Navy I got a job in So. CA and my wife and I were invited to this startup church (Calvary Chapel ) meeting in the senior center. The building was full and the music was awesome. Then a young long haired man got up and taught verse by verse. I never heard the Bible taught this way. I was blown away and hung on every word he uttered. My life was changed completely and I couldn’t get enough. Now I’m 73 and still love the Lord as much as I did back then.
I was born in 1972, my husband and I just went to see The Jesus Revolution last weekend.. and I am shocked I had never heard about this once in my whole life! I was shocked to see that it was a true story! No idea! I bet it was a wonderful and amazing time for all of you who experienced that revolution first hand!
"lord what is your program" "find the moving of the Spirit and then move with the spirit rather than trying to get the Spirit to move in the channel you have created". Sage wisdom.
This reached me in England, a teenager in the 70s - Love Song was my first album, Larry Norman my music favourite, and the Jesus Movement encouraged and inspired my walk with God. We saw local hippies coming to the Lord at our church. So good to see this video and find out more.
Was saved in Huntington Beach in the spring or summer of 1973 after being invited to a Christian concert in the old circus tent in Costa Mesa by street evangelists. Afterwards I lived in the communes of the Philadelphia House in Huntington Beach and then named a deacon at the House of Psalms in Santa Ana by Pastor Steven Mays. Eventually got married at Calvary Chapel to my wife Linda by Romaine in 1974. Pastor Steven was best man. Also baptized by Pastor Chuck at Corona Del Mar beach. Eventually returned to Oklahoma.
The ONLY pastor I trust completely. He baptized my son, we were at CCCM since the 1980's. We will be together soon, Pastor Chuck! Can't wait to praise Jesus with you in heaven!!!
There was a gospel group that was called The way in the early 70s and they definitely were a big influence on my life, as I am now a gospel rock singer on TH-cam! And it's all because of God! I am grateful to be on TH-cam!
I can't wait to see the Movie.. As I was filled with the Holy Spirit in 1986. When I never heard of such a thing in all my life of going to Church's. It just happened. Why trying to live for God under the law, was not cutting it for the first 26 years of my. Then I found Chuck Smith on TV and would watch him and listen. Later on I would call in to his radio program and ask questions. He was the real deal. You could give him your most prized treasures for safe keeping. And you knew when you come back he had them...I hope God raises up someone else that has his patients. As he served God by severing others. As God asked us too do...
I was a troubled rocker in the 90’s my antenna got ripped off my car in Mexico .. The only station I could get was K wave I remember vividly the commercials if any man be in Christ he is new creation. I would listen sometimes and every time Chuck Smith came on wow the power felt like he was talking to me. Changed my life Completely. I love Pastor Chuck and he dedicated my daughter back in 1992 💜💫🙏🏼🌈
God bless you Pastor Chuck, and thank you for all you're years of teaching all of us. You reached me, a kid from East LA. Can't wait to meet you one day in Heaven
Chuck Smith was such a loving pastor. I was honored to have Chuck conduct my Baptism at Laguna Beach in 1982. I can remember going to church every Sunday, walking in the parking lot and hearing his voice. RIP Chuck, you have brought so many to the Lord!
Gonna sound crazy. I was once so depressed and at the end as a young adult, I was working at a restaurant and heard a radio contest to win some tickets and I literally said to God, "I'm gonna call to enter this contest and if you still love me or even exist I need to win or I will take that as a sign it's time to end my life." I'm still here. I won the tickets! That started me on a journey to finding Jesus!!
I had the privilage to hear Pastor Chuck several year ago in person at Calvary Chapell in Menefee California. It was a very special night for me, sice for many year I've only listen his voice in the radio. Ever since I decided to wear loose hawaiian shirts even if I will teach at church.
Accepted Christ as Saviour at 16 years old in April 1982 at at Saturday night concert Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa with Undercover Band. Randy Zeigler came out after Undercover band finished and gave alter call, and God the Father brought me to His Holy Son Jesus Christ and made me a child of God. Thanks to my good friend Howard Kim who brought me to that concert that night. From then on i attended Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa. Chuck Smith never died, no believers do, we just pass on to be with Lord Jesus Christ forever.
Great opening. Took me back to being a 16-yr Jesus Freak from HB, and Papa Chuck baptized me in July 1973 at Pirate's Cove with as many back then as our beloved Pastor Jack Hibbs does with the other pastors even now. This was a great video except for the fact that you put Rick Warren in it - Rick who fell away and kissed the Qu'Ran and aligned himself with Chris-lam and the Vatican. You really should remove Rick and put in Pastors JD Farag, Jack Hibbs, Barry Stagner, Tom Hughes and others who have brought hundreds of thousands to the Throne of God and His Forgiveness.
Such a beautiful tribute to Pastor Chuck!!!! I’m smiling, with tears. I was saved at Calvary August 2nd 1980. Moved to an appt across the street and went about 6 days a week!! I also taught exercise classes for the ladies in the school. Im forever grateful for Pastor Chuck!! Ill always seek out a Calvary Chapel!! Thankyou for this tribute and blessing my day! 🙏🏻💕
2/2022. Did some looking into my old church, Brian I’ve prayed with you, I’ve prayed with Chuck. I don’t know that he’d be happy with you today. Your Home Chuck, see you when I get there ✝️
What a story. I used to live in Southern California.. Although I came at the tail end of this movement.. The legacy that this man had an affect on probably hundreds of thousands now.
It's wonderful to see and hear ordinary people that God uses in each generation. Thank you Lord for Pastor Chucks willingness to serve you. Calvary Chapel - Boynton Beach Florida
Loved it‼️Thank you for this beautiful tribute. God’s Word keeps producing the fruit it’s sent out to produce because of faithful servants who simply share it. ♥️
Wonderful tribute. Thank you. Being new to Christ during the mid 80s, Pastor Chuck's radio programs were very inspirational to me and a source of encouragement. Thanks, Pastor Chuck!
Great tribute to Pastor Chuck! What an inspiration how God used this wonderful Pastor for the Kingdom of God--very encouraging. Used to listen to his radio programs every day. Thank you, Lord for Pastor Chuck Smith!
AMEN I wonder what JESUS would say about Calvary today. Smh Pastor David Rosalez of chino you refused to dedicate my infant to the LORD. We gave more than most in your church and one day my husband went overseas. I asked for help for food ( 1 box). And was told they could help me once in a life time. Thanks 2 u me and my kids turned away. Pastor Chuck would have never done that. What is the church doing today for the homeless? And drug addicts?
Pastor Chuck and CCCM had a huge place in my life as a Christian. I must confess that I was so disappointed in how everything was handled at CCCM after his passing, and it is a good reminder to not put faith in anything or anyone down here on earth, because we're flawed and people can be deluded. I'm disappointed in a couple of the people they let speak on this video, but at least they're praising how God used Chuck and not pushing their agenda. Yet to this day, whenever I hear Chuck's voice, whether teaching or singing, I sense God's presence and know that without a doubt, God used this man powerfully, and he was faithful to his calling.
So blessed to have seen this man preach and his wife at calvary chapel old bridge .. so blessed to have been taught under pastor Lloyd pulley and still being taught from him to this day !
I came to Calvary Chapel Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 in 2016 - I knew Jesus then, but studying the bible verse by verse has grown me into a new relationship with my Creator. I thank God for the lovely pastors in my church. Looking forward to meeting Pastor Chuck in heaven ❤️
@@meturk1 yes! PTL!! I left for North County and then attended Maranatha Chapel for many years and with Ray Bentley as my Pastor; another blessing in my life. I then moved to the Chula Vista area and attended Brian Newberry's CCSD for many years. I'm now in Nebraska and watching Pastor/teacher Jack Hibbs, another wonderful man of God.❣🙏🙌
I was 23 years old when I discovered Calvary in 1982 after being invited to Calvary Chapel Philadelphia by a friend. At the time it was being held in a catering hall but it truly became a church home for me and was instrumental in reigniting my faith in Jesus. Pastor Joe Focht often spoke fondly of Chuck.
Heard about the 'Jesus Movement' when I was in the military during the 70's. I eventually moved to so. cali. when I got out of the navy, started listening to KWAVE Christian radio and found myself in one of the Calvary Chapel churches. I had never been exposed to chapter-chapter, verse-verse expository teaching before. It touched my soul, I became born-again and will forever be tied to a Calvary chapel church. I totally enjoyed Pastor Chuck's ministry, having heard him teach/preach on many occasions. Thank you Lord fork planting the seed that opened my eyes and heart during the early days of the Jesus Movement.
So glad to be there in the beginning. I am always reminded of Our Lords Words: He who is given much, much is required. I have been given so much and I know I am accountable to Him. Paul said: That we have been given this great treasure in a earthen vessel. Thank you Y'Shua for giving us such great gifts even in these earthen vessels.
I learned to read all of God's Word there. It was wonderful being taught bu Chuck. The Holy Spirit was upon him at every time I saw him. Thank You Jesus for Chuck Smith!
I was saved at Chuck Smith’s Calvary chapel on August 9th 1977, Costa Mesa ,CA. As a result I know I’m going to Heaven for all Eternity and I am assured of my Eternal Security cuz I have been born Again, praise the Master, Yeshua of Nazareth, thank you Eric R Crumley Trace
You were never “lost”, but now you are delusional in your spiritual thinking & expectations. The ZERO integrity Bible. Therefore, arguing biblical doctrines is a fruitless & never ending endeavor. Integrity is Truthfulness & trustworthiness. NO integrity is dishonesty, lies & deception & falsehood. Here are a Few Examples of biblical contradictions. This shows us that the Bible is in fact erroneous & fallible, and therefore, NOT the word of God, but lousy LIES written by dirty rotten scoundrels known as Chaldeans. 1. Resurrection to life??? “People die, NEVER to RISE. They will NEVER WAKE UP while the sky endures; they will NEVER stir from their sleep.” Job 14:12 & Psalms 6:5 vs. “Your dead shall live; Together with my deceased body they shall ARISE. AWAKE and sing, you who dwell in dust;*” Isaiah 26:19 2. Will God forsake us??? The Lord your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will NOT leave you NOR FORSAKE you.”” Deuteronomy 31:6 vs. “I, will utterly FORGET YOU and FORSAKE YOU, and the city that I gave you and your fathers, and will cast you out of My presence.” Jeremiah 23:39 Even Jesus, “Gods only begotten son” was forsaken by “God”. “And Jesus cried out saying “My God, My God, WHY HAVE YOU FORSAKEN ME?”” Matthew 27:46 These two examples also show us that “God” DOES change His mind from time to time, which means that the following verse in the book of Malachi is also a lie. ““For I am the Lord, I do NOT CHANGE.” Malachi 3:6 So then why do religious leaders, and your “Pastor”, or “Shepherd” insist that the Bible is without any errs/fallacies & is the truthful word of God??? AND, IF anyone questions, or denounces the Bible’s messages as fraudulent & plagiarized LIES, its writers wrote additional mitigating lies to discredit, shame & demonize anyone daring to speak out against them, with verses like these: 2 Timothy 3:16 “ALL scripture is Gods word”. & 2 Peter 3:4-4 “knowing this first: that scoffers will come in the last days, walking according to their own lusts, and saying, “WHERE is the PROMISE of His coming? For since the fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of creation.”” II Peter 3:3-4 & “WHOEVER teaches a DIFFERENT doctrine and does not agree with the true words of our Lord Jesus Christ and with the TEACHING of OUR RELIGION is swollen with pride and KNOWS NOTHING. He has an unhealthy desire to argue and quarrel about words, and this brings on jealousy, disputes, insults, evil suspicions, and constant arguments from people whose minds do not function and who no longer have the truth. They think that religion is a way to become rich.” 1 Timothy 6:3-5 You see, These Chaldeans have been deceiving the masses far before Genesis, Moses & Jesus. Go to history dot come & search for Mesopotamia & Chaldeans just to familiarize yourselves with the founders & writers of the Bible (“Father Abraham, Isaac & Jacob”. Ask your pastors to explain how it’s possible that the Bible can contradict its own messages & still be “Gods true word”??? You see, if the Bible is full of contradictions & LIES, why would anyone believe any of its stories, prophecies & promises??? Fortunately for the world, the Bible is NOT the real deal, and neither are its doctrines, or “prophecies”. The only true doctrine & “prophecy” that can save us is to LOVE & respect self, and all people! Pastors, It is required that you & your flock be prepared to respond to any criticism of your Lord & his salvation… “But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always BE READY to GIVE A DEFENSE to EVERYONE WHO ASKS YOU a reason for the HOPE that is in YOU, with meekness and fear;” I Peter 3:15 Silence is NOT an option for the faithful!
I use to be drunk out of my mind and stoned in the early 80's lying in bed as a teenager in Buffalo NY and Chuck would come on the radio and God would speak through Chuck and I could sense his presence and I had hope ,God's love and mercy and grace kept bringing me closer until I collapsed in his arms and surrendered.Thank you Lord for gifting us with Chuck and most importantly giving us Jesus.
Back in the 90's I was shaking Pastor Chucks hand a little too eagerly and he literally pushed me back and pointed his finger at me saying, "don't put me up on a pedestal like that", Chuck would have wanted a tribute to Christ...not to him.
Pastor Chuck is and has ALWAYS been my Pastor, here on Earth, from 1991 when I was introduced to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ by The Word for Today, to GOD be the glory.
Going to see Jesus Revolution movie in Texas. Praise God for the current student body revival February 2023. The Spirit of God is moving into souls and preparing His bride for the Wedding Supper of the Lamb.
What a shame that those who came out from under Church Smith and the likes of Brian Broderson have undone all that God used Chuck Smith to build. Tither and thither it has all blown about... and none stick to the simple ways Chuck led.
I never in a million years would have believed what happened with Calvary Chapel happened. I heard Chuck tell his brother, he wished Brian and his daughter would just go away.
I was way down South in the Rio Grande Valley in Texas when the great JESUS MOVEMENT began and I was touched by the Holy Ghost in 1972! I and some close friends started some Jesus meetings and many came to know the Lord! Thank you Father for Pastor Chuck,Love Song,Larry Norman,Andre Crouch,KEITH GREEN,and so many others that led us. And yes 48 yrs. Later I'm still on fire for God. Peace
Jesus is alive and well and the Holy Ghost still living and burning in the hearts of many of us that found the Lord over 40 yrs. Ago in the Great Jesus Movement!
Wy a tribute to him ? He rebuked Gods power and thous who delivered it. I visited one of the services once and it was the most religious boring service i been to !
In Texas, Chuck would be on the radio. His voice is so unique. I could listen to him alot. Never knew what he looked like until now. Wow, I can't believe he's gone. I'm gonna miss him.
I came to know him teaching the bible after he moved to heaven. And the way he taught was so easy to understand and has been something I listen to daily to his sermons. God blessed us with him.
The song 'Let us be one in You' is so appropriate these days when people are so fragmented. There is one church, the body of Christ...period. Chuck was my high school teacher at Riverside Christian High just before he started Calvary Chapel, and a few years later, when some kids took me to a baptism in OC, it was Chuck and he invited me to live in Mansion Messiah, one of two (I think) houses they had at the beginning. I haven't gone to Calvary Chapel for years but I still am part of the body of Christ and still have wonderful memories of Chuck. He was just as humble, kind and loving when he was teaching at a tiny Christian school with a graduating class of less than 10, or as lead pastor at Calvary Chapel. Don't let defending what you believe is right doctrine turn you into a Pharisee. We can and should study the Bible daily. Study and do what the Bible says; don't depend on any leader or church to tell you what the Bible says. It's your responsibility before God to know what the Bible says and God gave Christians the Holy Spirit to teach them. I saw love, faith and lots and lots of new Christians while at Calvary Chapel. Thanks, Chuck for your faithfulness and love for Jesus. I still remember Irma, Michelle, Peter, and the kids who would come in stoned and lost and we would lead them to Christ and see them change into new creatures in Christ, and how Michelle, Steven Toth and some others were going up to Tualatin (sp?), Oregon, to start a Christian house there. I hope they're all still following Jesus. It was a beautiful time. Maiden name: Diane Simonson. Are any of you guys out there? I went to Multnomah School of the Bible in Portland after our time there.
I grew in faith by listening to Chuck Smith, at a time when so much error was being taught. God led me to Chuck Smith’s teaching in 1977 and I’m still a faithful believer in Jesus 46 years later. Thank God for Chuck’s faithfulness to God’s Word. I look forward to meeting him when I face the Christ who rescues us.
I was baptized in a river in the rain forest of Costa Rica, 40 years ago, it was amazing, "praise be our God whom all blessings flow".
I am greatful to God for all I learned at a young age...14 years old I accepted Jesus at Calvary Chaple West Covina. Thank you Jesus.
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I was one of the early young persons to go to Calvary. I was 19 and remember seeing the cute young, barefoot guy and I knew this a different kind of gathering. On my second time going there I said yes to Jesus. Pastor Chuck looked in my direction and on that occasion he did not ask those who just asked Jesus to come in to their heart. I would not have gone forward due to crying and my embarrassment and by not going forward I would have been devastated and defeated before I even got started on my walk. I am now 70 and so am still walking with my Lord. Thanks Calvary, Pastor Chuck and that beautiful smile and for being a godly father figure to us, especially to us who did not have that.
Well said!!! Same here (early young person to go to Calvary) and you’re so right - that beautiful smile. Chuck is bathing in the glory of God right now and what a seed he planted in so many hearts here on earth!!!💖
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Looking forward to seeing the JESUS REVOLUTION movie about Chuck greg and the Jesus movement of 50 years ago coming out in February 2023!!
@@stevencohn922 I was hoping to see it but it isn't playing at a theater near me. I hope to get to see it someday.
Chuck Smith baptized me in the ocean as a teenager!
Awesome!
My cousin knocked at my door in 1969. He said, I want you to come with me to Calvary Chapel. We gotta get there an hour early or we won’t find a seat. We got there in time to find a seat on the floor (center aisle). We sang scripture songs a cappella for an hour. Then Chuck Smith taught the Bible for an hour. My walk with Jesus was taken to a whole new level that night.
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Oh man. Thank you Chuck for having a hearrt for souls and being obedient to Christ. I am weeping.....
Oh God, revive us again! Thank you for what you are doing today in Asbury KY, in TN, and through Mario Murillo and others in this hour. I pray that You move in a way that cannot be denied and spread Your fire anew across this land once more.
Forgive us, your people of the United States, for our apathy and idolatry and turn our hearts back to you. Have Your way. May we make room for Your presence. Help us to receive You. Please help us to be open to the leading of Your Spirit and then to follow Your lead, throwing out all the agendas of man. We need you. Help us be the best we can be for You, for Your purpose, according to what You have called us to. We need YOU!
Amen and amen. I have been praying this same prayer for two years. Come Holy Spirit. Come Lord Jesus!!!
The Spirit is moving once again now! “Prepare hearts for the seed of the Gospel in Jesus’Name! Amen!”
You are so right. Praise God
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Very true
I listened to Chuck Smith going to and from work in Phoenix, Az in the late 70's early 80's. He was and is awesome!
I came across Pastor Chuck Smith back in the late 1980s. There was a cable channel that had nonstop Christian programming, and I was taken in by his friendly smile and the Bible study on Revelation. He was one of several pastors that helped to solidify my walk with Jesus. I look back fondly on his ministry and what many of the fruits of his labor in the Calvary Chapels that spread out in the Western and Mountain states. It's nice to know that he is with the Lord now, and I look forward to seeing him soon. God bless you all who carry on the race that God, and Chuck set before you in this troubled world. Jesus is coming soon! Hallelujah, Amen!
His eyes were filled with love and the holy spirit. He was truly annointed, and is now in a much better place. We will miss you Chuck
I was a hippie in 1967/68, all the way on the east coast, Norfolk_Virginia Beach, and an artist friend told me what was happening with the Jesus people in California, people being saved and healed. That news led me to look for Jesus like that which miracously led me a gigantic encounter with God and salvation though Jesus Christ. PTL
I accepted Christ at Calvary chapel, was baptized by Pastor Chuck in pirates Cove, my three children were dedicated to Christ by Pastor Chuck. Besides Sunday we went on Thursday night for the through the Bible series.
I remember sitting on the floor, I always liked to be upfront so that I can get lost in his teaching. To this day, I still miss and cannot find a pastor like him. Very special memories.
I am one of those who grew spiritually through the bible teachings of Chuck. I thank God for him.
Just over a week ago I was called to a Calvary carpal church after living a very worldly life for the last two and a half years. A day later I was invited back again and gave my life to Christ. It was as if God was talking to me thru our pastor. Absolutely crazy
I was in the Navy when the Jesus Revolution was going on in Costa Mesa. But being out to sea didn’t stop it. Miraculously everyone in my shop got saved through various people and churches. After I got out of the Navy I got a job in So. CA and my wife and I were invited to this startup church (Calvary Chapel ) meeting in the senior center. The building was full and the music was awesome. Then a young long haired man got up and taught verse by verse. I never heard the Bible taught this way. I was blown away and hung on every word he uttered. My life was changed completely and I couldn’t get enough. Now I’m 73 and still love the Lord as much as I did back then.
I was born in 1972, my husband and I just went to see The Jesus Revolution last weekend.. and I am shocked I had never heard about this once in my whole life! I was shocked to see that it was a true story! No idea! I bet it was a wonderful and amazing time for all of you who experienced that revolution first hand!
It pisses me off that Rick Warren was invited to participate in this video. Chuck would have had nothing to do with this man.
Maybe you Like Lonnie Freesbee instead
Or maybe Ravi Zacharias
We can always find someone to dislike
"lord what is your program" "find the moving of the Spirit and then move with the spirit rather than trying to get the Spirit to move in the channel you have created". Sage wisdom.
Chuck was the only one who could reach my mom and dad.
This reached me in England, a teenager in the 70s - Love Song was my first album, Larry Norman my music favourite, and the Jesus Movement encouraged and inspired my walk with God. We saw local hippies coming to the Lord at our church. So good to see this video and find out more.
Was saved in Huntington Beach in the spring or summer of 1973 after being invited to a Christian concert in the old circus tent in Costa Mesa by street evangelists. Afterwards I lived in the communes of the Philadelphia House in Huntington Beach and then named a deacon at the House of Psalms in Santa Ana by Pastor Steven Mays. Eventually got married at Calvary Chapel to my wife Linda by Romaine in 1974. Pastor Steven was best man. Also baptized by Pastor Chuck at Corona Del Mar beach. Eventually returned to Oklahoma.
The ONLY pastor I trust completely. He baptized my son, we were at CCCM since the 1980's. We will be together soon, Pastor Chuck! Can't wait to praise Jesus with you in heaven!!!
Just watched #JesusRevolutionMovie Pastor Chuck Smith was a true servant of God❤
There was a gospel group that was called The way in the early 70s and they definitely were a big influence on my life, as I am now a gospel rock singer on TH-cam! And it's all because of God! I am grateful to be on TH-cam!
I can't wait to see the Movie.. As I was filled with the Holy Spirit in 1986. When I never heard of such a thing in all my life of going to Church's. It just happened. Why trying to live for God under the law, was not cutting it for the first 26 years of my.
Then I found Chuck Smith on TV and would watch him and listen. Later on I would call in to his radio program and ask questions. He was the real deal. You could give him your most prized treasures for safe keeping. And you knew when you come back he had them...I hope God raises up someone else that has his patients. As he served God by severing others. As God asked us too do...
I was a troubled rocker in the 90’s my antenna got ripped off my car in Mexico .. The only station I could get was K wave I remember vividly the commercials if any man be in Christ he is new creation. I would listen sometimes and every time Chuck Smith came on wow the power felt like he was talking to me. Changed my life Completely. I love Pastor Chuck and he dedicated my daughter back in 1992 💜💫🙏🏼🌈
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Thanks for Baptizing me at Pirates Cove years ago, ill never forget you and can't wait to see you.
God bless you Pastor Chuck, and thank you for all you're years of teaching all of us. You reached me, a kid from East LA. Can't wait to meet you one day in Heaven
Thinking of you Pastor Chuck ❤God bless your soul , love you n see you soon ♥️
Thankful to say I was drawn to the tent in 69-72. A few of the writers and musicians blessed my life.
I love Pastor Church, never went to Calvary Chapel - but listen to his free audio files growing up and his sermons helped me grow in the faith.
My father in the faith. Thank you, Pastor Chuck. I am what I am today because of what you taught me in the faith. Miss you greatly!!
Love love loved this man,,,,,Chuck Smith ,,,,,always love listening to his voice , so soothing to me 😇😇😇😇
I miss pastor chuck
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We need this revival again in this world now take the gospel to the homeless people to All people even to their homes
WOW listen to Chucks voice and his appearance, he and Greg Laurie could brothers ❤❤
We miss Chuck Smith!!!!!!
Chuck Smith was such a loving pastor. I was honored to have Chuck conduct my Baptism at Laguna Beach in 1982. I can remember going to church every Sunday, walking in the parking lot and hearing his voice. RIP Chuck, you have brought so many to the Lord!
Gonna sound crazy. I was once so depressed and at the end as a young adult, I was working at a restaurant and heard a radio contest to win some tickets and I literally said to God, "I'm gonna call to enter this contest and if you still love me or even exist I need to win or I will take that as a sign it's time to end my life." I'm still here. I won the tickets! That started me on a journey to finding Jesus!!
I had the privilage to hear Pastor Chuck several year ago in person at Calvary Chapell in Menefee California. It was a very special night for me, sice for many year I've only listen his voice in the radio. Ever since I decided to wear loose hawaiian shirts even if I will teach at church.
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Accepted Christ as Saviour at 16 years old in April 1982 at at Saturday night concert Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa with Undercover Band. Randy Zeigler came out after Undercover band finished and gave alter call, and God the Father brought me to His Holy Son Jesus Christ and made me a child of God. Thanks to my good friend Howard Kim who brought me to that concert that night. From then on i attended Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa. Chuck Smith never died, no believers do, we just pass on to be with Lord Jesus Christ forever.
Compare this generation to today’s
The education the politics the state of the church very sad
God would you please move in the young people again
Yes please father
Agreed
I only got to hear Mr. Smith on my car radio on the way to work. That was when I learned so much. It was 2001.
Great opening. Took me back to being a 16-yr Jesus Freak from HB, and Papa Chuck baptized me in July 1973 at Pirate's Cove with as many back then as our beloved Pastor Jack Hibbs does with the other pastors even now. This was a great video except for the fact that you put Rick Warren in it - Rick who fell away and kissed the Qu'Ran and aligned himself with Chris-lam and the Vatican. You really should remove Rick and put in Pastors JD Farag, Jack Hibbs, Barry Stagner, Tom Hughes and others who have brought hundreds of thousands to the Throne of God and His Forgiveness.
What a great tribute to Pastor Chuck Smith Thank You!
Thanks so much for sharing! I started attending in the little Chapel in the summer of 1969...I was 18.
I was greatly blessed by this video! Keep carrying the torch for Jesus!
Such a beautiful tribute to Pastor Chuck!!!! I’m smiling, with tears. I was saved at Calvary August 2nd 1980. Moved to an appt across the street and went about 6 days a week!! I also taught exercise classes for the ladies in the school. Im forever grateful for Pastor Chuck!! Ill always seek out a Calvary Chapel!! Thankyou for this tribute and blessing my day! 🙏🏻💕
2/2022. Did some looking into my old church, Brian I’ve prayed with you, I’ve prayed with Chuck. I don’t know that he’d be happy with you today. Your Home Chuck, see you when I get there ✝️
What a great tribute to Pastor Chuck Smith :-)
What a story. I used to live in Southern California.. Although I came at the tail end of this movement.. The legacy that this man had an affect on probably hundreds of thousands now.
It's wonderful to see and hear ordinary people that God uses in each generation. Thank you Lord for Pastor Chucks willingness to serve you. Calvary Chapel - Boynton Beach Florida
Loved it‼️Thank you for this beautiful tribute. God’s Word keeps producing the fruit it’s sent out to produce because of faithful servants who simply share it. ♥️
Wonderful tribute. Thank you. Being new to Christ during the mid 80s, Pastor Chuck's radio programs were very inspirational to me and a source of encouragement. Thanks, Pastor Chuck!
Just saw this and was thoroughly enjoying it, but Rick “Chrislam” Warren put a damper on it.
It's this ungodly attitude toward other ministries that has greatly minimized the anointing on this movement.
@@melaniematthews5698 Calling out is ungodly?
Great tribute to Pastor Chuck! What an inspiration how God used this wonderful Pastor for the Kingdom of God--very encouraging. Used to listen to his radio programs every day. Thank you, Lord for Pastor Chuck Smith!
Love Pastor Chuck!
AMEN
I wonder what JESUS would say about Calvary today. Smh
Pastor David Rosalez of chino you refused to dedicate my infant to the LORD.
We gave more than most in your church and one day my husband went overseas. I asked for help for food ( 1 box).
And was told they could help me once in a life time.
Thanks 2 u me and my kids turned away.
Pastor Chuck would have never done that.
What is the church doing today for the homeless? And drug addicts?
When I was in the Navy in San Diego in the early 70s, I'd hitchhike or bum a ride with friends to Calvary Chapel. Such good memories.
Pastor Chuck and CCCM had a huge place in my life as a Christian. I must confess that I was so disappointed in how everything was handled at CCCM after his passing, and it is a good reminder to not put faith in anything or anyone down here on earth, because we're flawed and people can be deluded. I'm disappointed in a couple of the people they let speak on this video, but at least they're praising how God used Chuck and not pushing their agenda. Yet to this day, whenever I hear Chuck's voice, whether teaching or singing, I sense God's presence and know that without a doubt, God used this man powerfully, and he was faithful to his calling.
How far we have fallen
So blessed to have seen this man preach and his wife at calvary chapel old bridge .. so blessed to have been taught under pastor Lloyd pulley and still being taught from him to this day !
I came to Calvary Chapel Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 in 2016 - I knew Jesus then, but studying the bible verse by verse has grown me into a new relationship with my Creator. I thank God for the lovely pastors in my church. Looking forward to meeting Pastor Chuck in heaven ❤️
I’m going to see the movie with a church group tonight. Taking tissues!!
He taught me the Bible all the way in Kenya through TWFT,i will definetely look for you in heAven you continue teaching Me.
So amazing, so awesome, it just makes wanna SHOUT and sing some gospel Doo-Wop. Thanks Pastor Chuck for all of what you did for Jesus and us.
My very first Pastor was
Mike Macintosh.
Wow! In 1982 I was born again!!
I've been so blessed to come out of the
Calvary Chapels!!😊🙏❣🙌
Me too. Been on Mike’s Board for about 30 years,PTL
@@meturk1 yes! PTL!! I left for North County and then attended Maranatha Chapel for many years and with
Ray Bentley as my Pastor; another blessing in my life. I then moved to the
Chula Vista area and attended
Brian Newberry's CCSD for many years.
I'm now in Nebraska and watching
Pastor/teacher Jack Hibbs, another wonderful man of God.❣🙏🙌
Mike married my wife and I in 1976
@@donaxe9246 I will always admire Mike Macintosh. At Horizons I talked with him a couple of times. Wow!! What a man of God!!👍❣😊
God bless familia we stand strong in Christ alone and one day will join brother Chuck in celebrating our Lord and savior Jesus Christ Dios bendiga
Pastor Chuck The Lord always raises up the right guy for The job…, y you our family was chosen … so cool …. Thank you
Beautiful
I was 23 years old when I discovered Calvary in 1982 after being invited to Calvary Chapel Philadelphia by a friend. At the time it was being held in a catering hall but it truly became a church home for me and was instrumental in reigniting my faith in Jesus. Pastor Joe Focht often spoke fondly of Chuck.
What a beautiful video!
Heard about the 'Jesus Movement' when I was in the military during the 70's. I eventually moved to so. cali. when I got out of the navy, started listening to KWAVE Christian radio and found myself in one of the Calvary Chapel churches. I had never been exposed to chapter-chapter, verse-verse expository teaching before. It touched my soul, I became born-again and will forever be tied to a Calvary chapel church. I totally enjoyed Pastor Chuck's ministry, having heard him teach/preach on many occasions. Thank you Lord fork planting the seed that opened my eyes and heart during the early days of the Jesus Movement.
Awesome...we love your testimony and service for USA. God bless U!
So glad to be there in the beginning. I am always reminded of Our Lords Words: He who is given much, much is required. I have been given so much and I know I am accountable to Him. Paul said: That we have been given this great treasure in a earthen vessel. Thank you Y'Shua for giving us such great gifts even in these earthen vessels.
I learned to read all of God's Word there. It was wonderful being taught bu Chuck. The Holy Spirit was upon him at every time I saw him. Thank You Jesus for Chuck Smith!
I was saved at Chuck Smith’s Calvary chapel on August 9th 1977, Costa Mesa ,CA. As a result I know I’m going to Heaven for all Eternity and I am assured of my Eternal Security cuz I have been born Again, praise the Master, Yeshua
of Nazareth, thank you
Eric R Crumley Trace
You were never “lost”, but now you are delusional in your spiritual thinking & expectations.
The ZERO integrity Bible. Therefore, arguing biblical doctrines is a fruitless & never ending endeavor.
Integrity is Truthfulness & trustworthiness.
NO integrity is dishonesty, lies & deception & falsehood.
Here are a Few Examples of biblical contradictions. This shows us that the Bible is in fact erroneous & fallible, and therefore, NOT the word of God, but lousy LIES written by dirty rotten scoundrels known as Chaldeans.
1. Resurrection to life???
“People die, NEVER to RISE. They will NEVER WAKE UP while the sky endures; they will NEVER stir from their sleep.”
Job 14:12 & Psalms 6:5
vs.
“Your dead shall live; Together with my deceased body they shall ARISE. AWAKE and sing, you who dwell in dust;*”
Isaiah 26:19
2. Will God forsake us???
The Lord your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will NOT leave you NOR FORSAKE you.””
Deuteronomy 31:6
vs.
“I, will utterly FORGET YOU and FORSAKE YOU, and the city that I gave you and your fathers, and will cast you out of My presence.”
Jeremiah 23:39
Even Jesus, “Gods only begotten son” was forsaken by “God”.
“And Jesus cried out saying “My God, My God, WHY HAVE YOU FORSAKEN ME?”” Matthew 27:46
These two examples also show us that “God” DOES change His mind from time to time, which means that the following verse in the book of Malachi is also a lie.
““For I am the Lord, I do NOT CHANGE.”
Malachi 3:6
So then why do religious leaders, and your “Pastor”, or “Shepherd” insist that the Bible is without any errs/fallacies & is the truthful word of God???
AND,
IF anyone questions, or denounces the Bible’s messages as fraudulent & plagiarized LIES, its writers wrote additional mitigating lies to discredit, shame & demonize anyone daring to speak out against them, with verses like these:
2 Timothy 3:16 “ALL scripture is Gods word”.
&
2 Peter 3:4-4
“knowing this first: that scoffers will come in the last days, walking according to their own lusts, and saying, “WHERE is the PROMISE of His coming? For since the fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of creation.”” II Peter 3:3-4
&
“WHOEVER teaches a DIFFERENT doctrine and does not agree with the true words of our Lord Jesus Christ and with the TEACHING of OUR RELIGION is swollen with pride and KNOWS NOTHING. He has an unhealthy desire to argue and quarrel about words, and this brings on jealousy, disputes, insults, evil suspicions, and constant arguments from people whose minds do not function and who no longer have the truth. They think that religion is a way to become rich.”
1 Timothy 6:3-5
You see, These Chaldeans have been deceiving the masses far before Genesis, Moses & Jesus.
Go to history dot come & search for Mesopotamia & Chaldeans just to familiarize yourselves with the founders & writers of the Bible (“Father Abraham, Isaac & Jacob”.
Ask your pastors to explain how it’s possible that the Bible can contradict its own messages & still be “Gods true word”???
You see, if the Bible is full of contradictions & LIES, why would anyone believe any of its stories, prophecies & promises???
Fortunately for the world, the Bible is NOT the real deal, and neither are its doctrines, or “prophecies”.
The only true doctrine & “prophecy” that can save us is to LOVE & respect self, and all people!
Pastors,
It is required that you & your flock be prepared to respond to any criticism of your Lord & his salvation…
“But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always BE READY to GIVE A DEFENSE to EVERYONE WHO ASKS YOU a reason for the HOPE that is in YOU, with meekness and fear;”
I Peter 3:15
Silence is NOT an option for the faithful!
I use to be drunk out of my mind and stoned in the early 80's lying in bed as a teenager in Buffalo NY and Chuck would come on the radio and God would speak through Chuck and I could sense his presence and I had hope ,God's love and mercy and grace kept bringing me closer until I collapsed in his arms and surrendered.Thank you Lord for gifting us with Chuck and most importantly giving us Jesus.
My ONLY earthly pastor...💖
Back in the 90's I was shaking Pastor Chucks hand a little too eagerly and he literally pushed me back and pointed his finger at me saying, "don't put me up on a pedestal like that", Chuck would have wanted a tribute to Christ...not to him.
Pastor Chuck is and has ALWAYS been my Pastor, here on Earth, from 1991 when I was introduced to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ by The Word for Today, to GOD be the glory.
The Peace Of Lord Be With U.. C.
Took a train to southern california to meet him in 1997 around then. He was glowing
Thanks for this🤣 I'm bummed that I never got to go see him speak.
Renee from Winchester, California
Was there in 1977😍
Wonderful roots
Going to see Jesus Revolution movie in Texas. Praise God for the current student body revival February 2023. The Spirit of God is moving into souls and preparing His bride for the Wedding Supper of the Lamb.
I just love this guy.
He was a great man of God.
What a shame that those who came out from under Church Smith and the likes of Brian Broderson have undone all that God used Chuck Smith to build. Tither and thither it has all blown about... and none stick to the simple ways Chuck led.
I never in a million years would have believed what happened with Calvary Chapel happened. I heard Chuck tell his brother, he wished Brian and his daughter would just go away.
Thank you Jesus beyond words for Pastor Chuck Smith 🕊
Yes Yes Yes I was there since 1970. My conversion day May 8th
Looking forward to meeting you at the Throne.
I was way down South in the Rio Grande Valley in Texas when the great JESUS MOVEMENT began and I was touched by the Holy Ghost in 1972!
I and some close friends started some Jesus meetings and many came to know the Lord!
Thank you Father for Pastor Chuck,Love Song,Larry Norman,Andre Crouch,KEITH GREEN,and so many others that led us.
And yes 48 yrs. Later I'm still on fire for God.
Peace
Jesus is alive and well and the Holy Ghost still living and burning in the hearts of many of us that found the Lord over 40 yrs. Ago in the Great Jesus Movement!
He was a very Godly man. Many churches would not allow hippies in!!
I'm sure am glad he is in Heaven and didn't have to see the Anointing taken off CC
Very sad, but the Lord Himself makes all things new. The daughter and son in law do not seem to walk with God.
Thanks pastor Chuck, I love you forever.
Wy a tribute to him ? He rebuked Gods power and thous who delivered it. I visited one of the services once and it was the most religious boring service i been to !
So good
Oh how I wish you could be here in 2023 pastor.. miss you so
In Texas, Chuck would be on the radio. His voice is so unique. I could listen to him alot. Never knew what he looked like until now. Wow, I can't believe he's gone. I'm gonna miss him.
Absolutely loved this! After seeing the Jesus Music documentary and then recently the Jesus Revolution movie... God is on the move!!! Amen! 💞🙏👐
God bless you Chuck.🙌🙏❤
I came to know him teaching the bible after he moved to heaven. And the way he taught was so easy to understand and has been something I listen to daily to his sermons. God blessed us with him.
The song 'Let us be one in You' is so appropriate these days when people are so fragmented. There is one church, the body of Christ...period. Chuck was my high school teacher at Riverside Christian High just before he started Calvary Chapel, and a few years later, when some kids took me to a baptism in OC, it was Chuck and he invited me to live in Mansion Messiah, one of two (I think) houses they had at the beginning. I haven't gone to Calvary Chapel for years but I still am part of the body of Christ and still have wonderful memories of Chuck. He was just as humble, kind and loving when he was teaching at a tiny Christian school with a graduating class of less than 10, or as lead pastor at Calvary Chapel. Don't let defending what you believe is right doctrine turn you into a Pharisee. We can and should study the Bible daily. Study and do what the Bible says; don't depend on any leader or church to tell you what the Bible says. It's your responsibility before God to know what the Bible says and God gave Christians the Holy Spirit to teach them. I saw love, faith and lots and lots of new Christians while at Calvary Chapel. Thanks, Chuck for your faithfulness and love for Jesus. I still remember Irma, Michelle, Peter, and the kids who would come in stoned and lost and we would lead them to Christ and see them change into new creatures in Christ, and how Michelle, Steven Toth and some others were going up to Tualatin (sp?), Oregon, to start a Christian house there. I hope they're all still following Jesus. It was a beautiful time. Maiden name: Diane Simonson. Are any of you guys out there? I went to Multnomah School of the Bible in Portland after our time there.
@Old Soul Pastor Steve Carr has a video about the house ministries which gives more information about those communes than anything else I've heard.