Nate Holdridge

Christian Life

Faith Clings to Greater Blood (Hebrews 11:28)

Plague after plague rained down on Egypt. God made it obvious; He was the God of the Hebrews. His judgment released upon the Egyptian gods and their worshipers and the…

Nate HoldridgeJanuary 21, 2020

Sunday Teachings

Psalm 1 — Two Ways

Sunday Notes — Psalms 1 — Two Ways

Nate HoldridgeJanuary 19, 2020

Christian Life

Slave Shipped (2 Peter 2:18-19)

The slave ship pulled from the shore. Lives shattered. Families broken apart. Dreams crushed. The abhorrent possession of human flesh. (1 Minute/250 Words)

Nate HoldridgeJanuary 16, 2020

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Tuesday Nights

Genesis 1 — The Creation, pt. 1

Genesis 1 -- The Creation, pt. 1

Nate HoldridgeJanuary 16, 2020

Christian Life

Faith Sees Greater Realities (Hebrews 11:27)

When God looks at His people, He often sees things we cannot see in ourselves. Through a lens of grace, God knows His children. He looked with grace upon many…

Nate HoldridgeJanuary 14, 2020

Sunday Teachings

The True Vine #15 — Support Of Gospel Workers — 3 John

Sunday Notes: The True Vine #15 -- Support Of Gospel Workers -- 3 John

Nate HoldridgeJanuary 12, 2020

Christian Life

The Floods vs. God (Psalm 93:3-4)

Have you ever seen those UFC advertisements where they put the pictures of the two fighters next to each other? Sometimes they have their fists up like they're ready to…

Nate HoldridgeJanuary 9, 2020

Christian Life

How I Use My Phone

OK. This post might not make it very far. What I mean is, it might not be for only a handful of you. For many, what I am about to…

Nate HoldridgeJanuary 8, 2020

Christian Life

Faith Holds Greater Values (Hebrews 11:24-26)

Hebrews addressed believers who were losing their place of privilege in society. They'd begun to experience mistreatment for their connection to Jesus. Like Moses, they were driven from a comfortable…

Nate HoldridgeJanuary 7, 2020

Sunday Teachings

The True Vine #14 — A Church-wide Appeal — 2 John

Sunday Outline: The True Vine #14 -- A Church-wide Appeal -- 2 John

Nate HoldridgeJanuary 5, 2020

Christian Life

Let Jesus Build Your Faith (Mark 5:34)

Jairus was desperate. His little girl, only twelve years old, lay sick at the point of death. He heard Jesus had arrived on his shore, so he pushed through the…

Nate HoldridgeJanuary 2, 2020

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For Pastors

Personal & Pastoral Updates, Prayer Requests

Here we are. 2020 is here. And with the new decade and year come fresh opportunities. I believe God is doing great things, and I feel so fortunate to be…

Nate HoldridgeJanuary 1, 2020

Christian Life

Faith Is Fueled by a Greater Love (Hebrews 11:23)

A Pharaoh arose who didn't remember Joseph and didn't favor the people of Israel. The years ticked by, and the small family of Jacob had grown 2-3 million strong. Fearing…

Nate HoldridgeDecember 31, 2019

Christian Life

Sing in the Stocks (Acts 16:25)

Songs instead of sorrow. Praise instead of pouting. Paul and Silas were men who, when in the dungeon, would cry out to the living God. They set their minds on…

Nate HoldridgeDecember 26, 2019

Christian Life

The Greatest Gift (Matthew 1:21)

Christmas is a time of giving, and it should be, for it was at the first Christmas a Son was given. Notice the angel's word to Joseph regarding Mary, "She…

Nate HoldridgeDecember 24, 2019

Sunday Teachings

Luke 1:46-55 The Magnificat

Nate HoldridgeDecember 22, 2019

Christian Life

Jesus’ First and Second Comings — Humble vs. Glorious (Luke 2:8-9)

Ancient Israelites didn't have a romanticized view of shepherds. Their life was not glamorized or coveted. But someone had to do the job, and outside of Bethlehem during the year…

Nate HoldridgeDecember 19, 2019

Christian Life

Faith Believes in a Better Future With God (Hebrews 11:22)

He was loved and favored by his father. Everyone knew it. Younger than the rest, his dad gave him a coat of many colors. It implied, "Joseph is in charge.…

Nate HoldridgeDecember 17, 2019

Sunday Teachings

The True Vine #13 — What Assurance Produces — 1 John 5:13-21

(Sunday Teaching) The True Vine #13 -- What Assurance Produces -- 1 John 5:13-21

Nate HoldridgeDecember 15, 2019

Christian Life

Seeing Hard Things (Psalm 60:3)

The prayer of Psalm 60 is for restoration. The people, due to a long period breaking God's covenant and commands, were experiencing the consequences of their sin. (2 Minutes/400 Words)

Nate HoldridgeDecember 12, 2019

Christian Life

Faith Worships Only God (Hebrews 11:21)

The author to the Hebrews knew a Christian life mixed with even the lightest persecution would be difficult. He imagined his audience, outcast Jewish Christians, no longer accepted in their…

Nate HoldridgeDecember 10, 2019

Sunday Teachings

Outworkings And Witnesses Of The Gospel’s Truthfulness — 1 John 5:1-12 — The True Vine #12

Outworkings And Witnesses Of The Gospel's Truthfulness -- 1 John 5:1-12 -- The True Vine #12

Nate HoldridgeDecember 8, 2019

Christian Life

Faith Submits to God (Hebrews 11:20)

The author of Hebrews longed for his readers to live by faith. As Jewish people who'd received Jesus as Messiah-Christ, they were in for ostracization and persecution. The church community…

Nate HoldridgeDecember 3, 2019

Christian Life

Jesus Tests (John 6:6)

O Lord, You tested Your man. You saw the vast and weary crowd stay deep into the day. You knew they would need food. You knew they had not prepared…

Nate HoldridgeNovember 28, 2019

Christian Life

Faith Obeys God (Hebrews 11:17-19)

We praise Abraham for his faith in God. We don't call him the father of faith for nothing. And, as the author to the Hebrews tried to urge his readers…

Nate HoldridgeNovember 26, 2019

Sunday Teachings

How God’s Love Is Perfected In You — The True Vine #11 — 1 John 4:13-21

How God's Love Is Perfected In You -- The True Vine #11 -- 1 John 4:13-21

Nate HoldridgeNovember 24, 2019

Christian Life

Serve God (Matthew 4)

Temptation breathed down his neck. Satan himself pummelled Jesus with despairing thoughts, trying to move the Christ to error. In the wilderness, dry and breaking, Jesus stood alone under the…

Nate HoldridgeNovember 21, 2019

Christian Life

Faith Looks Forward to the Better City of God (Hebrews 11:13–16)

In the middle of this great chapter on faith, the author of Hebrews pauses to give a recap. He has already covered creation, Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, and Sarah. He…

Nate HoldridgeNovember 19, 2019

Sunday Teachings

The Origin Of Truth And Love — The True Vine #10 — 1 John 4:1-12

The True Vine #10 -- 1 John 4:1-12 -- The Origin Of Truth And Love

Nate HoldridgeNovember 17, 2019

For Pastors

Leading an End-of-Year Celebration for Your Team

I love the movie Nacho Libre. Many people on my staff love it also, while many hate it, and a couple have never seen it (don't worry, I have rebuked…

Nate HoldridgeNovember 14, 2019

Christian Life

Faith Receives Power for the Impossible From God (Hebrews 11:11–12)

"Sarah herself received power to conceive." It is an exhilarating statement. In her old age, Abraham's wife received God's power for the impossible by faith. She came to trust God,…

Nate HoldridgeNovember 12, 2019

Sunday Teachings

A Healthy Heart Before God — The True Vine #9 — 1 John 3:19-24

A Healthy Heart Before God -- The True Vine #9 -- 1 John 3:19-24

Nate HoldridgeNovember 10, 2019

Christian Life A Guide For The Climb

A Guide for the Climb – Chapter 9 – Wonder at God (Psalm 128)

Would you like to experience God's everywhere-blessing upon your life? Would you like to have His blessing within your soul and on your relationships? Would you like to see Him…

Nate HoldridgeNovember 7, 2019

Christian Life

Faith Goes on Adventures With God (Hebrews 11:8–10)

Abraham was the hero of Israel, so his inclusion in the Hebrews 11 chapter on faith was vital to the original Hebrew readers. By the time of Christ, many thought…

Nate HoldridgeNovember 5, 2019

Sunday Teachings

How To Love God’s People (The True Vine #8 — 1 John 3:11-18)

How To Love God's People (The True Vine #8 -- 1 John 3:11-18)

Nate HoldridgeNovember 3, 2019

Christian Life

The True Tale of a Thoroughly Contented Man (Philippians 4:10-13)

Paul was thankful for the Philippian church. Their faith was real; it had resounded throughout their region. They loved Jesus, and their lives reflected His holiness. They were genuinely progressing…

Nate HoldridgeOctober 31, 2019

Christian Life

Faith Works for God (Hebrews 11:7)

I'd get it if Noah objected. He didn't live near a large body of water. The earth likely hadn't produced any rain by the time he came around. We'd understand…

Nate HoldridgeOctober 29, 2019

Sunday Teachings

The True Vine #7 — 1 John 2:28-3:10 — You Are God’s Child

The True Vine #7 -- 1 John 2:28-3:10 -- You Are God's Child

Nate HoldridgeOctober 27, 2019

Christian Life

A Plea for Ananias (Acts 5)

Why did you do it, Ananias? How could you try to lie to God with your donation? You could have kept it all for yourself. You didn't need to give…

Nate HoldridgeOctober 24, 2019

Christian Life

Faith Pursues God (Hebrews 11:5-6)

The next character in our Hebrews 11 list of faith-walkers was a mysterious man named Enoch. Enoch was the seventh from Adam and, due to the long lifespans of the…

Nate HoldridgeOctober 22, 2019

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Christian Life A Guide For The Climb

A Guide for the Climb – Chapter 8 – Embrace God’s Vision for Work and Home (Psalm 127)

In moving through these songs of ascents, one can imagine the pilgrim. He has sung various songs, traveled along the path, and has approached Jerusalem. He is starting now to…

Nate HoldridgeOctober 17, 2019

Christian Life

Faith is the Way to God (Hebrews 11:4)

In his treatise on faith, the author of Hebrews will dissect the outworkings of faith in Old Testament characters. After detailing the creation account (Hebrews 11:3), he moved to his…

Nate HoldridgeOctober 15, 2019

Sunday Teachings

The True Vine #6 — 1 John 2:18-27 — 3 Protections For Today’s Believers

The True Vine #6 -- 1 John 2:18-27 -- 3 Protections For Today's Believers

Nate HoldridgeOctober 13, 2019

Christian Life

7 Ways to Seek God Throughout the Day (Number 28:3-4)

Every time I read about the morning and evening sacrifice, I am humbled. Though I've done it imperfectly, for many years, I have sought the Lord in the morning. But…

Nate HoldridgeOctober 10, 2019

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Ministry

Jesus Famous Podcast – Fall Update

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0NnW9XqRz3CJwtuuRzLpTr?si=_IV661s5RL2NAADbQXD2-Q Here’s a quick update from Riley about some new stuff coming at you from the Jesus Famous Podcast. If you’re a listener to this podcast, then check it out!…

Nate HoldridgeOctober 9, 2019

Christian Life

Faith Is Confident in God’s Word (Hebrews 11:3)

We learn right away, in this chapter, that though faith will often go above our human reasoning, it is not unreasonable. For a belief in a Creator God is logical.…

Nate HoldridgeOctober 8, 2019

Sunday Teachings

The True Vine #5 — Love The Father (1 John 2:15-17)

The True Vine #5 -- Love The Father (1 John 2:15-17)

Nate HoldridgeOctober 6, 2019

Christian Life

A Prayer To Know God’s Love (Psalm 52:1)

O, God! Your love endures, more than my sin, weakness, and limitations. You have never run out of gas. Everywhere I have gone, anything I have thought, every day of…

Nate HoldridgeOctober 3, 2019

Christian Life

Faith Is Loved by God (Hebrews 11:2)

The author of Hebrews felt a need to brace his readers for coming troubles by urging them to live by faith. He did not want them to shrink back into…

Nate HoldridgeOctober 1, 2019

Sunday Teachings

The True Vine #4 — 1 John 2:12-14 — Remember Who You Are

The True Vine #4 -- 1 John 2:12-14 -- Remember Who You Are

Nate HoldridgeSeptember 29, 2019

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