After School Satan Clubs – Has God Indeed Said?
By Calvin Lindstrom   |   02.22.24
Genesis 3 is part of the historical and foundation record of God’s Word. It is not a myth or fantastic story, but rather part of the amazing record God has given so that we might understand the world as it was first created as well as how that world has been spoiled by man’s sin and rebellion.
Inter-Faith: The Subtle Work of the Devil
By Calvin Lindstrom   |   02.10.24
The first two commandments God gave Israel are theologically very significant. Yahweh alone, the Triune God, was to be recognized and worshipped by Israel. And the only true God was not to be captured by human imagination and expressed through man’s ingenuity and creativity. All idols or images of the true God and all false gods were and are totally abhorrent.
Race to the Bottom
By Calvin Lindstrom   |   01.06.24
It is a sad truth that the United States, the wealthiest nation in the world and the one that spends more on education than any other, continues to see a decline in academic performance. Schools in Chicago, New York, and Washington, D.C. now spend $30,000 and more per student. Only in a government-controlled system could spending rapidly increase while performance continually decreases.
Wolves in Churches
By Calvin Lindstrom   |   12.02.23
In Acts 20, Luke records a powerful and poignant gathering of the Apostle Paul and elders of the church in Ephesus that took place in the town of Miletus. This would be the final time that Paul met with the leaders of this important congregation. Part of the purpose of this meeting was to give a crucial warning.
November 2023 Call to Prayer
By Calvin Lindstrom   |   11.13.23
Fervent praying can accomplish much for and in the kingdom of God. The English word fervent simply means “impassioned, forceful, passionate, heartfelt, powerful, and wholehearted.” The verse seems to indicate that a passionate, wholehearted prayer will accomplish much, implying that a half-hearted prayer will not be as effective. Do we pray in faith really believing and expecting God to answer our prayer and grant our requests if they are in line with His will?
Extending the Invest in Kids Scholarship Program is Wise
By Calvin Lindstrom   |   10.24.23
The veto session in Springfield starts today. Front and center in the minds of advocates for education choice is the Invest In Kids tax credit scholarship program. This program has been a benefit to low-income families who are able to...
Are We Good for Nothing?
By Calvin Lindstrom   |   09.30.23
Given the moral and fiscal bankruptcy of our state and so much of our nation, we might ask, “Are we as conservative Christians in Illinois good for nothing?” It may feel that no matter what we do, our witness and work bear no fruit. But it does not need to be that way.
Is Abortion the Democratic Party’s Path for 2024?
By Calvin Lindstrom   |   08.29.23
A recent election in Ohio shows that abortion could well be an advantage for the party of death and inflame the GOP’s biggest electoral problem.
King Manasseh and Mayor Brandon
By Calvin Lindstrom   |   07.21.23
The Old Testament chapter of 2 Kings 21 is dedicated to the most wicked king of Judah/Israel, who was named Manasseh. His father, Hezekiah, had been one of the greatest and most faithful kings. What a horrible reversal in just one generation... I share this history as a sad illustration and comparison to Mayor Brandon Johnson of Chicago....
A Christian Rebuttal to Arlington Heights’ “Pride” Proclamation
By Calvin Lindstrom   |   07.08.23
As readers may remember, in 2021 far Left activists were successful in pressuring several suburban governments to either fly the LGBTQ+ flag in June or pressure city councils to pass a "Pride" Resolution for the month of June. For three years the Arlington Heights city council has passed a resolution declaring June to be Pride Month.
The Orchard and Mayor Hayes: Is It Other Churches’ Business?
By Calvin Lindstrom   |   06.15.23
As was mentioned in a previous article, in 2021 perversion activists were successful in pressuring several local governments to either fly the perverted pride flag in June or pressure city councils to pass a Pride Resolution for the month of June. For three years the Arlington Heights city council has passed a resolution declaring June to be Pride Month. These resolutions have been signed by Mayor Tom Hayes who is a member in good standing of The Orchard Evangelical Free Church.
The Orchard Evangelical Free Church and Pride Proclamations
By Calvin Lindstrom   |   06.08.23
In 2021 perversion activists were successful in pressuring several local governments to either fly the perverted pride flag in June or pressure city councils to pass a Pride Resolution for the month of June. For three years the Arlington Heights...
Ascension Day
By Calvin Lindstrom   |   05.18.23
Thursday, May 18, 2023 marks the 1,993rd anniversary of the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven. Unlike Christmas and Easter, this celebration of the culmination of our Lord’s earthly ministry does not receive much attention culturally. In some nations, Ascension Day was a public holiday, but in our post-Christian era, we have adopted new “holy” days.
A Call to Prayer – A Great Example From Hezekiah
By Calvin Lindstrom   |   04.12.23
As a pastor, I feel like every sermon could be turned into two calls to action – make sure you are reading your Bibles and keep praying. These acts of faith in no way help us earn or deserve our salvation, which is all of God’s free grace. However, it is easy to be slack in these two aspects of the Christian life.
We Must Share God’s Law and Gospel
By Calvin Lindstrom   |   03.21.23
The great theologian and reformer, John Calvin, studied law before his conversion and service to the Lord as a pastor and teacher. He later wrote and taught on the use and purpose of God’s law: 1] It shows the way of perfect righteousness and also reveals to us how great is our sin. 2] It helps to restrain evil and maintain order in society. 3] It continues to guide believers in terms of our duty.
Calvin Lindstrom
Calvin Lindstrom

Pastor Calvin Lindstrom has served as the pastor of the Church of Christian Liberty in Arlington Heights since 2006 and has worked in Christian education for over 23 years. He is blessed to be a husband and father of six children. He is also a long time board member for Illinois Family Action.

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