Calvary Cork Podcast

In this solo episode, Mike Neglia shares the story behind Calvary Cork’s upcoming teaching series through the book of Revelation.
Many Christians feel unsure about Revelation. Some avoid it because of the strange imagery and symbolism. Others associate it with fear, speculation, or complicated end-times charts. But Revelation was not given to confuse the church or frighten believers. It was given to reveal Jesus Christ and to encourage Christians living in uncertain times.
In this episode, Mike explains why he believes now is the right time for our church to study this book together. He shares several unexpected moments that led him to this decision, including attending a conference where Revelation was taught in an encouraging way, discovering John Lennox’s work connecting Revelation to modern questions about technology and the future, and a conversation with a friend who admitted that the state of the world has left her anxious and unable to sleep.
Those moments prompted an important realisation: Christians have a hope-filled worldview. Revelation reminds us that Jesus is ruling, history is not out of control, and the story of the world ends with the victory of Christ.
Mike also explains the approach that will guide the series. Rather than getting lost in speculation or timelines, each chapter will be explored with one central question in mind:
What does this chapter reveal about Jesus Christ?
Listeners are encouraged to read ahead as the church journeys through the book together, approximately one chapter each week. Revelation is rich with symbolism and Old Testament imagery, but its central message is simple and powerful: Jesus wins.
If you’ve ever felt intimidated by Revelation, this series is an invitation to rediscover it as a book of hope, worship, and confidence in Christ.
Calvary Cork
Sundays 11am
25 South Side Industrial Estate, T12 R792
https://calvarycork.org
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God, Ai, and the End of History - John Lennox lecture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2u6v7d648Ys

The Book Everyone Avoids (And Why We’re Studying It)

In John 9, Jesus heals a man who had been blind from birth. But this miracle is not only about restoring physical sight. It becomes a powerful revelation of who Jesus truly is.
As the story unfolds, we see a striking contrast between the man whose eyes are opened and the religious leaders who remain spiritually blind. Through this encounter, Jesus reveals Himself as the One who brings light into darkness and gives true spiritual sight.
In this message, Tadhg O'Keeffe, a friend of Calvary Cork visiting from Carrigaline, walks us through this remarkable passage and invites us to consider the same question that echoes throughout the chapter: Who is Jesus?
John’s Gospel presents this miracle as a sign pointing beyond itself. The One who gives sight to the blind is the same One who calls people out of spiritual darkness and into new life.
Bible Passage:
John 9:1–41
Calvary Cork
Sundays 11am
25 South Side Industrial Estate
T12 R792
https://calvarycork.org
Instagram: @CalvaryCork
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The Greatest Heist in History: How Jesus Robbed DeathEaster Sermon | Revelation 1:17–18On Easter Sunday we looked at Revelation 1:17–18, where the risen Jesus appears to the apostle John and speaks two powerful words: “Fear not.”In this message we explore how the resurrection of Jesus Christ completely changes the way we face fear, death, and the future. The Bible teaches that the resurrection was not just a miraculous event in the past, but the decisive moment when Jesus defeated death itself.In the language of this sermon, Easter was **the greatest heist in history**. Jesus entered the grave and came back out again, robbing death of its power and stealing away the victory that once belonged to the grave.Reflecting on these verses in the Book of Revelation, we consider four life-changing realities revealed by the risen Christ:• Jesus **calms our distress** — “Fear not.”• Jesus **claims divinity** — “I am the First and the Last.”• Jesus **conquers death** — “I was dead, and behold I am alive forevermore.”• Jesus **controls destiny** — “I have the keys of Death and Hades.”In a world filled with anxiety, uncertainty, and fear of the future, the resurrection of Jesus offers a deeper hope. Because Christ defeated death, believers can face life’s hardest realities with confidence and peace.This Easter message also reflects on the very personal reality of loss and grief, and how the resurrection provides real hope when we face the death of people we love. The resurrection is not merely a theological idea — it is the reason Christians believe death does not have the final word.If you are exploring Christianity, struggling with fear, or wondering what the Bible says about life after death, this message invites you to consider the risen Jesus and the hope He offers.---# ScriptureRevelation 1:17–181 Corinthians 15:55Isaiah 44:6---# About Calvary CorkCalvary Cork is a Bible-teaching church in Cork, Ireland committed to teaching the Scriptures verse by verse and helping people grow in their knowledge of Jesus Christ.**Calvary Cork**Sundays 11am25 South Side Industrial Estate, T12 R792Website: [https://calvarycork.org](https://calvarycork.org)Instagram: @CalvaryCorkFacebook: /CalvaryCork---# Sermon SeriesThis Easter message also introduces our upcoming verse-by-verse teaching series through the Book of Revelation, where we will explore the final book of the Bible chapter by chapter.---# Keywords (for search)Easter sermonResurrection of JesusRevelation 1 explainedFear not Bible meaningJesus defeated deathChristian sermon on fearHope after death ChristianityBible teaching Cork IrelandRevelation Bible study---# Suggested tags for YouTube uploadEaster sermonresurrection of JesusRevelation 1fear not biblejesus defeated deathhope after deathchristian sermonbible teachingbook of revelationeaster message

After six weeks of Sunday mornings in the book of Jonah at Calvary Cork, Mike sits down with Stephen Lane to reflect on what stood out most from this surprising and deeply searching little book.
Together they discuss why Jonah is far more than a story about a fish, and why the real miracle of the book is the mercy of God. They reflect on Jonah’s resistance to grace, his struggle with God’s compassion, and the uncomfortable reality that we often want mercy for ourselves while wanting judgement for others.
The conversation explores the nature of grace as something that is free, undeserved, and often offensive to our pride. Jonah knew the right theology, but he did not want God to be gracious to Nineveh. His emotions were real, but they were not reliable. Again and again, the book reminds us that feelings can reveal what is going on inside us, but they should not be allowed to rule us.
Mike and Stephen also discuss:
Why Jonah’s anger reveals how easy it is to love justice more than mercy

The danger of having correct theology but a cold heart

The contrast between Jonah’s small compassion and God’s great compassion

Why the sailors and Ninevites often seem more spiritually responsive than Jonah himself

The importance of not trusting our emotions above God’s truth

How God patiently pursues His people, even when they are stubborn, selfish, or self-righteous

Why Jonah 4 may be the most important chapter in the book

The ways that Jonah exposes both religious pride and hidden prejudice

How the book leaves us longing for Jesus, the greater and better Jonah

This episode is both a review of the series and a reflection on the ways God used Jonah to expose hearts, confront idols, and magnify His mercy.
Whether you listened to the series week by week, or are just beginning to explore Jonah for yourself, this conversation will help you see the book with fresh eyes.
Jonah teaches us that God’s grace is wider than we expect, deeper than we deserve, and often more uncomfortable than we would like.
Calvary Cork
Sundays 11am
25 South Side Industrial Estate, T12 R792
Website: https://calvarycork.org
Instagram: @CalvaryCork
Facebook: /CalvaryCork

In Jonah 4:5-11, the prophet who preached repentance to Nineveh is confronted by God about the condition of his own heart. Through the vine, the worm, and the scorching wind, the Lord exposes Jonah’s small, comfort-centred heart and reveals the surprising breadth of His compassion.
This message explores how God rescues His servants and renovates our hearts through what He gives and what He takes away, and how the story ultimately points us to Jesus, the greater prophet who wept over Jerusalem and gave His life so sinners could receive mercy.