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In this week’s Sunday teaching, Pastor Nate Holdridge brings us a narrative sermon from Proverbs 8, where Wisdom herself recounts the long history of her voice—her partnership with God at creation, her battle against the serpent’s lies, and her ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Speaking from the heights, at the crossroads, and within the gates of our lives, Wisdom invites us to heed her voice over the enemy’s deception. This message reveals the tension between two eternal voices and invites listeners to embrace the victorious wisdom of the cross, now alive in the church and destined to reign forever. Link to Sermon Notes: https://tinyurl.com/y4nxjuz2 Link to Discussion Questions: https://tinyurl.com/2xs5df4h Are you new to Calvary? We'd love to connect with you! https://tinyurl.com/635h6pv9 Sign up for our Calvary Connection (weekly newsletter): https://calvarymonterey.churchcenter.com/people/forms/308794 Give online: https://calvary.com/give Talk to a Pastor or Counselor: https://tinyurl.com/yjx92d3k Chapters 3:54 Scripture Reading 7:48 Teaching
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In this week’s teaching from Proverbs 6:20–7:27, Pastor Nate Holdridge walks us through one of Scripture’s most detailed passages about sexual temptation and the call to wisdom. He highlights how God forms our hearts through his Word, how temptation operates through deception and desire, and how the gospel doesn’t just forgive us but transforms us. This is a message about more than avoiding sin—it’s about embracing the life Jesus came to give. Link to Sermon Notes: https://tinyurl.com/3x5kue7m Link to Discussion Questions: https://tinyurl.com/ms7spurm Are you new to Calvary? We'd love to connect with you! https://tinyurl.com/635h6pv9 Sign up for our Calvary Connection (weekly newsletter): https://calvarymonterey.churchcenter.com/people/forms/308794 Give online: https://calvary.com/give Talk to a Pastor or Counselor: https://tinyurl.com/yjx92d3k Chapters 1:17 Scripture Reading 17:17 1. Main Lesson: Get a Wisdom-Formed Heart 25:19 2. Dissect and Analyze Temptation 35:33 3. Ask a Question 42:28 Closing Prayer & Communion
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You're invited to join us as we worship Jesus through worshipful music, Bible teaching, receiving communion, and giving to God! Link to Discussion Questions: https://tinyurl.com/yrkupnuh Are you new to Calvary? We'd love to connect with you! https://tinyurl.com/635h6pv9 Sign up for our Calvary Connection (weekly newsletter): https://calvarymonterey.churchcenter.com/people/forms/308794 Give online: https://calvary.com/give Talk to a Pastor or Counselor: https://tinyurl.com/yjx92d3k Chapters 15:54 1. Realize Where You Are (1-2) 19:14 2. Recognize The Enemy At Work (3) 23:44 3. Run To Him (6,9) 32:49 4. Remind Yourself Of The Gospel (5,8,10) 41:46 5. Rest In His Love (8,12) 45:31 Communion & Closing Prayer
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In this Sunday teaching, Pastor Nate Holdridge unpacks Proverbs 6:1-19, examining how God’s wisdom sharpens our ability to navigate life’s complexities. He highlights three key areas—wise financial stewardship, diligent work, and peacemaking—showing how each reflects God’s design for maturity. Through this passage, we see the contrast between wisdom and folly, learning how to avoid financial recklessness, overcome apathy, and reject divisiveness. Ultimately, Pastor Nate points us to Christ, the perfect steward, faithful worker, and true peacemaker, who redeems our failures and leads us into a life of wisdom. Link to Sermon Notes: https://tinyurl.com/apuasxma Link to Discussion Questions: https://tinyurl.com/hcz8tx2y Are you new to Calvary? We'd love to connect with you! https://tinyurl.com/635h6pv9 Sign up for our Calvary Connection (weekly newsletter): https://calvarymonterey.churchcenter.com/people/forms/308794 Give online: https://calvary.com/give Talk to a Pastor or Counselor: https://tinyurl.com/yjx92d3k Chapters 1:26 Scripture Reading 10:56 1. Be a Wise Steward 23:21 2. Be a Wise Worker 36:16 3. Be a Wise Community-Builder 42:50 Communion & Closing Prayer
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Pastor Nate Holdridge continues the God’s Wisdom for a Complex World series with a message from Proverbs 5 on God’s vision for sex. In a world that distorts and redefines sexuality, this passage offers a clear and compelling alternative—one that leads to life, not destruction. Addressing three key questions, Pastor Nate explores whether sex is death-producing or life-giving, meaningless or consequential, scattered or channeled. With insights from Solomon’s wisdom, Joseph’s integrity, and Jesus’ encounter with the woman at the well, this teaching brings both clarity and hope. Link to Sermon Notes: https://tinyurl.com/ynnn6s2r Link to Discussion Questions: https://tinyurl.com/hcz8tx2y Are you new to Calvary? We'd love to connect with you! https://tinyurl.com/635h6pv9 Sign up for our Calvary Connection (weekly newsletter): https://calvarymonterey.churchcenter.com/people/forms/308794 Give online: https://calvary.com/give Talk to a Pastor or Counselor: https://tinyurl.com/yjx92d3k Chapters 10:48 Is Sex Death-Producing or Life-Giving? 23:01 Is Sex Meaningless or Consequential? 32:26 Is Sex Better Scattered or Channeled?
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Pastor Nate Holdridge teaches from Proverbs 4, exploring the powerful question: What is forming you? Every day, wisdom, habits, and influences shape who we become. Looking at Solomon’s call to pursue godly wisdom and Daniel’s example of faithfulness in Babylon, this teaching challenges us to examine the paths we are walking and the voices we are following. How can we guard our hearts, seek wisdom, and choose the right influences? Listen in as we consider the lifelong impact of the choices we make today. Link to Sermon Notes: https://tinyurl.com/2p9x6ehs Link to Discussion Questions: https://tinyurl.com/2exe8hwj Are you new to Calvary? We'd love to connect with you! https://tinyurl.com/635h6pv9 Sign up for our Calvary Connection (weekly newsletter): https://calvarymonterey.churchcenter.com/people/forms/308794 Give online: https://calvary.com/give Talk to a Pastor or Counselor: https://tinyurl.com/yjx92d3k Chapters 6:25 1. What Wisdom? 18:20 Passing down wisdom to children (1-5) 21:10 2. What Path? 32:05 3. What Influences? 36:00 Keep your heart with all vigilance (1-4) 44:39 Closing Prayer & Communion
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This week, Pastor Nate Holdridge teaches from Proverbs 3:13-35, exploring how God’s wisdom establishes order, provides security, and creates life-giving communities. True wisdom is more than knowledge—it is the foundation for a flourishing life. Looking at creation, the rhythms of life, and the example of Joseph, we see how wisdom sustains and blesses not only ourselves but those around us. How can we align our lives with God’s wisdom and experience its blessing? Join us as we consider what wisdom produces in our daily lives. Are you new to Calvary? We'd love to connect with you! https://tinyurl.com/635h6pv9 Sign up for our Calvary Connection (weekly newsletter): https://calvarymonterey.churchcenter.com/people/forms/308794 Give online: https://calvary.com/give Talk to a Pastor or Counselor: https://tinyurl.com/yjx92d3k Chapters 14:22 1. Wisdom Establishes Enduring Systems for Life 23:37 2. Wisdom Develops Secure Footing in Life 34:52 3. Wisdom Generates Life-Giving Communities 46:15 Closing Prayer & Communion
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In this message, Pastor Nate Holdridge teaches from Proverbs 3:1-12, emphasizing the importance of trusting God’s wisdom over our own instincts. He explores the destination, description, and drive of trust, showing how God’s wisdom leads to lasting blessings, even when it feels counterintuitive. Through practical examples and biblical insight, Pastor Nate challenges us to internalize God’s steadfast love and faithfulness so that we can confidently walk in His ways. Whether navigating decisions, finances, or difficulties, this passage calls us to wholehearted trust in the God who is always faithful. Link to Sermon Notes: https://tinyurl.com/bdzbt5sp Are you new to Calvary? We'd love to connect with you! https://tinyurl.com/635h6pv9 Sign up for our Calvary Connection (weekly newsletter): https://calvarymonterey.churchcenter.com/people/forms/308794 Give online: https://calvary.com/give Talk to a Pastor or Counselor: https://tinyurl.com/yjx92d3k Chapters 3:18 Reading Scripture 11:28 1. Its Destination 22:38 2. Its Description 31:13 3. Its Drive 37:55 Communion & Closing Prayer
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