A Guide For The Climb

A Guide for the Climb – Chapter 15 – Enter God’s Blessing Cycle (Psalm 134)

Enoch, a descendant of Adam, walked with God. According to Hebrews, his pursuit of friendship with God was an act of faith. What this ancient man had is what present-day…

Nate HoldridgeOctober 22, 2020

Christian Life A Guide For The Climb

A Guide For The Climb – Chapter 14 – War for Unity (Psalm 133)

“The Bible has the answers,” they say. Knowing how messed up life and the world and relationships can be, you decide to read it. Perhaps, you think, you will find…

Nate HoldridgeAugust 13, 2020

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Christian Life A Guide For The Climb

A Guide for the Climb – Chapter 13 – Go Back To The Davidic Heart (Psalm 132)

When ancient Israel was set free from Egypt, they began to wander in the wilderness. Their leader, Moses, was called up to Mount Sinai to meet with God. There, Moses…

Nate HoldridgeJuly 16, 2020

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A Guide for the Climb – Chapter 12 – Obtain a Calm and Quiet Soul (Psalm 131)

I had an experience recently that illustrates the truth of our next song. As a runner, I sometimes enjoy heading to a local school to run their track. There, I…

Nate HoldridgeMay 13, 2020

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A Guide for the Climb – Chapter 11 – Learn to Cry and Then Wait for God (Psalm 130)

Our next song deals with one of the more difficult practices of the disciple's life, waiting for God. Because of who God is — and who we are — there…

Nate HoldridgeApril 8, 2020

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A Guide For The Climb – Chapter 10 – Steeled For Pilgrimage (Psalm 129)

In the earliest years of my walk with Christ, God placed me in a church with a rugged man for a pastor. He and his wife suffered much physical affliction…

Nate HoldridgeMarch 11, 2020

For Pastors

Personal & Pastoral Updates, Prayer Requests

As we enter into March, I am filled with hope and joy regarding God's work here on the Monterey Peninsula. I believe he is working in powerful ways, and some…

Nate HoldridgeMarch 4, 2020

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

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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

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A Guide For The Climb — Chapter 7 — Recognize Where True Joy Is Found (Psalm 126)

Have you ever laughed so hard you thought you were going to pull a muscle? Tears flowing from your eyes? It is right for believers to remember God is the…

Nate HoldridgeSeptember 26, 2019

Christian Life A Guide For The Climb

A Guide for the Climb — Chapter 6 — Be at Peace Due to Your Position in God (Psalm 125)

In a famous episode during the life of Christ, He invited His disciples to cross the sea of Galilee with Him. "Let us go across to the other side," He…

Nate HoldridgeSeptember 5, 2019

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A Guide for the Climb — Chapter 5 — Remember All Your Previous Rescues (Psalm 124)

If you have ever seen a child walk off a roller coaster with a huge grin on their face, especially if they stepped onto it with a grim one, then…

Nate HoldridgeAugust 15, 2019

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A Guide For The Climb — Chapter 4 — Develop A New Eye (Psalm 123)

Our pilgrim has come far on his journey. In his first few songs, he consecrated himself for the climb to Jerusalem. He also realized God would help him on the…

Nate HoldridgeJuly 25, 2019

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A Guide for the Climb — Chapter 3 — Have a Vision for the Gathering (Psalm 122)

Our ancient Hebrew pilgrim, readying himself for the journey to Jerusalem, wanted God in his life. He wanted God every day, not only during the three annual feasts at the…

Nate HoldridgeJuly 4, 2019

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A Guide For The Climb — Chapter 2 — Know God Will Help You Climb (Psalm 121)

Our pilgrim has made his decision -- he will leave his home and embark on a pilgrimage to Jerusalem to worship God. He has said enough is enough. The way…

Nate HoldridgeJune 13, 2019

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A Guide for the Climb — Chapter 1 — Prerequisites to Your Decision (Psalm 120)

The temple pulsated with life during Israel's feasts. When the people ascended to God’s holy house, the electricity was tangible. Worshippers left the quiet of their towns and villages to…

Nate HoldridgeMay 23, 2019

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A Guide For The Climb – The Introduction

Our world whirls and spins without thinking. On hyperdrive, society cruises ahead at breakneck speed. We move fast to get what we want fast. Like Veruca Salt, we want it,…

Nate HoldridgeMay 2, 2019

Sunday Teachings

A Guide For The Climb #11 — Learn To Cry, And Then Wait, For God (Psalm 130)

Teaching outline for Psalm 130.

Nate HoldridgeAugust 13, 2017

Sunday Teachings

A Guide For The Climb #8 — Psalm 127 — Embrace God’s Vision For Home

Theme: Pilgrims want the house of God to impact their house, so they look for God’s help, health, heritage, and heroes.

Nate HoldridgeJune 25, 2017

Sunday Teachings

A Guide For The Climb #6 — Be At Peace Due To Your Position In God — Psalm 125

Theme: Though hard for us to believe, when we put our trust in Christ, He gives us an immovable position. This song highlights our radical position, along with the peace…

Nate HoldridgeJune 11, 2017

Sunday Teachings

Psalm 124 A Guide For The Climb #5 — Remember Your Previous Rescues

Theme: Pilgrims remember the previous times God has rescued them, testifying of His grace towards them. We confess, “God was amazing in there.”

Nate HoldridgeMay 28, 2017

Sunday Teachings

Psalm 120 A Guide For The Climb #1 — Prerequisites Which Aid Your Decision To Climb

Teaching outline for Psalm 120.

Nate HoldridgeApril 30, 2017

A Guide for the Climb – Chapter 15 – Enter God’s Blessing Cycle (Psalm 134)

A Guide For The Climb – Chapter 14 – War for Unity (Psalm 133)

A Guide for the Climb – Chapter 13 – Go Back To The Davidic Heart (Psalm 132)

A Guide for the Climb – Chapter 12 – Obtain a Calm and Quiet Soul (Psalm 131)

A Guide for the Climb – Chapter 11 – Learn to Cry and Then Wait for God (Psalm 130)

A Guide For The Climb – Chapter 10 – Steeled For Pilgrimage (Psalm 129)

Personal & Pastoral Updates, Prayer Requests

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

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

A Guide For The Climb — Chapter 7 — Recognize Where True Joy Is Found (Psalm 126)

A Guide for the Climb — Chapter 6 — Be at Peace Due to Your Position in God (Psalm 125)

A Guide for the Climb — Chapter 5 — Remember All Your Previous Rescues (Psalm 124)

A Guide For The Climb — Chapter 4 — Develop A New Eye (Psalm 123)

A Guide for the Climb — Chapter 3 — Have a Vision for the Gathering (Psalm 122)

A Guide For The Climb — Chapter 2 — Know God Will Help You Climb (Psalm 121)

A Guide for the Climb — Chapter 1 — Prerequisites to Your Decision (Psalm 120)

A Guide For The Climb – The Introduction

A Guide For The Climb #11 — Learn To Cry, And Then Wait, For God (Psalm 130)

A Guide For The Climb #8 — Psalm 127 — Embrace God’s Vision For Home

A Guide For The Climb #6 — Be At Peace Due To Your Position In God — Psalm 125

Psalm 124 A Guide For The Climb #5 — Remember Your Previous Rescues

Psalm 120 A Guide For The Climb #1 — Prerequisites Which Aid Your Decision To Climb

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