On Thursday Chuck Smith, founding Pastor of Calvary Chapel, passed away in his sleep after a two year bout with cancer. Smith served the Lord for well over 60 years, and his influence has even been felt in our church. He baptized my wife, Marie, and I have been greatly touched by his ministry and his books.

    When I think of godly men who have left a great example to follow I think of my grandfather, Pastor Jerry Osborne, and I think of Pastor Chuck. Men who surrendered their lives to Go...
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