Down With The King (Eph. 1:15-23)
Easter Sunday: Down With The King (Eph. 1:15-23)
Nate HoldridgeApril 20, 2025
11 God’s Wisdom for a Complex World: A Tale of Two Voices (Proverbs 8)
Sunday Teaching: God's Wisdom for a Complex World: A Tale of Two Voices (Proverbs 8)
Nate HoldridgeApril 6, 2025
David’s Journal
This is a piece I wrote for our recent worship night at our church. It is a historical fiction, based on Scripture(2 Sam. 11-12, Psalms 32, 51). I tried to…
Nate HoldridgeMarch 13, 2024
Coping With Extreme Pressure (Psalm 17)
Sunday Teaching: Coping With Extreme Pressure (Psalm 17)
Nate HoldridgeAugust 13, 2023
How To Strengthen Yourself in God (1 Samuel 30:6)
As an understandable bitterness of soul abounded, and as David became an isolated and endangered man, David went to the only place he could. He turned to God. (2 Minutes/400…
Nate HoldridgeFebruary 1, 2023
Fly #09—The Law Complements The Gospel—Galatians 3:15-22
Sunday Sermon: Fly #09—The Law Complements The Gospel—Galatians 3:15-22
Nate HoldridgeJanuary 22, 2023
Who Is This Man?—Jesus Is the Christ Who Had To Die for Us. (Mark 8:30–33)
The whole book of Mark has built up to this moment. The first words of the book tell us Jesus is the Christ. But, as we read through Mark, we…
Nate HoldridgeDecember 15, 2022
Who Is This Man?—Jesus Is The Christ (Mark 8:27-29)
As readers of Mark's gospel, we already know. Mark used his first words to introduce us to Jesus. His first words were: *"The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ,…
Nate HoldridgeDecember 8, 2022
How Jesus Shepherds You (Mark 6:33-44)
Imagine being there. Put yourself in the scene. Imagine wishing so badly to see Jesus that, when you heard that was his boat out on the water, and when you…
Nate HoldridgeAugust 17, 2022
Psalm 7—A Plea Of The Accused
Sunday Message: Psalm 7—A Plea Of The Accused
Nate HoldridgeAugust 7, 2022
Jesus’ Atmosphere of Grace (Mark 2:23-28)
As we continue our study of Mark, it is becoming evident that Jesus' way is far different than that of the religious leaders who came before him. He offered forgiveness…
Nate HoldridgeMay 4, 2022
Jesus Has Authority Over All Invisible Forces (Mark 1:21-28)
Every person has guides who help them navigate life. All of us have authoritative voices that help us decide how to live. What the disciples of Jesus would quickly begin…
Nate HoldridgeMarch 9, 2022
His Message: Jesus Is the King of the Kingdom (Mark 1:14-15)
With the beginning of Jesus' preaching ministry, we have a conclusion, of sorts, to Mark's introduction. He had said, "The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of…
Nate HoldridgeFebruary 23, 2022
His Mission: Jesus Is the Champion Who Delivers His People (Mark 1:12-13)
Mark does not include robust detail about Jesus' time of temptation in the wilderness. Matthew and Luke record three direct temptations from Satan, along with Jesus' scriptural rebuttals to each.…
Nate HoldridgeFebruary 16, 2022
The Life of David: Loving Your Enemies (1 Samuel 24)
Jesus taught hard, radical things. During his sermon on the mount, he said, “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’” (Matthew…
Nate HoldridgeNovember 29, 2021
The Life of David: Hearing God’s Voice (1 Samuel 23)
Every human has had the experience of being misunderstood. In some instances, we feel the problem lies with our audience. Sometimes we think the problem lies with us, especially when…
Nate HoldridgeNovember 1, 2021
The Life of David – Transformed by the Secret King (1 Samuel 22:1–2)
There are episodes in David's life that serve as an excellent picture of the God-hearted man. He went through human struggles, complete with human failures, and our hearts are often…
Nate HoldridgeOctober 4, 2021
How God’s Love Is Perfected in You – Know the Trinitarian Love of God (1 John 4:13–16)
When John wrote his gospel, he used a fascinating title when speaking of himself. He called himself, often, the disciple whom Jesus loved. (7 Minutes/1700 Words)
Nate HoldridgeSeptember 21, 2021
The Life of David – Pursued By God – 1 Samuel 21-22
Parents all over the world want their children to know of their love. Though none show it perfectly, this heart comes from the original parent, God, who is the Father…
Nate HoldridgeSeptember 6, 2021
Exile Work — 1 Peter 2:18-25 — The Grace of Exile #13
Exile Work -- 1 Peter 2:18-25 -- The Grace of Exile #13
Nate HoldridgeAugust 15, 2021
The Life of David: Go Into the Undesirable (1 Samuel 20)
God is before all things, created all things, upholds all things, is above all things, owns all things, and is the rightful ruler of all things. “Whatever the LORD pleases,…
Nate HoldridgeAugust 2, 2021
The Life of David: Protected by God (1 Samuel 19)
Early in the public ministry of Christ, during a time when His popularity was shooting forth, He taught in a house in Capernaum. His presence had rocked that region, so…
Nate HoldridgeJuly 5, 2021
The Life of David: Shaped (1 Samuel 18)
David was a God-hearted man, and his defeat of Goliath was evidence of his deep love and reverence for the Lord. David believed in God when no one else would…
Nate HoldridgeJune 7, 2021
The Life of David: Borrowed Victory (1 Samuel 17)
So far, in our journey with David, we've seen his earliest years. God had called and anointed David, and the early signs of God's blessings were upon him. But it…
Nate HoldridgeMay 3, 2021
The Life of David: Pillars of the Heart (1 Samuel 16:14-23)
The pillars of ancient Greek buildings were designed to connect the entire structure above to the foundation below. As we've already seen, David was a man with a foundation. In…
Nate HoldridgeApril 5, 2021
The Life of David: Secret Preparation (1 Samuel 16:1-13)
For many years, David has been one of my favorite Bible characters. He has become a friend to turn to, and his life has encouraged mine. Because the texts explaining…
Nate HoldridgeMarch 1, 2021
One Day Jesus Gained a Disciple (Mark 10:46-52)
As Jesus and his disciples journeyed to Jerusalem, they passed through **Jericho**. He was on his way to die. A **blind beggar** named Bartimaeus sat on the roadside, collecting anything…
Nate HoldridgeDecember 22, 2020
From Where Does Our Help Come? (Psalm 121)
This psalm is one of the Songs of Ascents. This means ancient Israel used to sing this song when going to Jerusalem to worship God three times each year. In…
Nate HoldridgeNovember 29, 2020
Friend of Sinners, Part 2 (Mark 2:15)
Now, the day of salvation in your life should be a day of celebration, and that's how Levi saw things. He invited Jesus to his house and invited his friends,…
Nate HoldridgeAugust 25, 2020
Encouraging Word
“God's people are at their best when God is at the center.”
Nate HoldridgeAugust 5, 2020
Jesus Is the King of the Kingdom (Mark 1:14-15)
With the beginning of Jesus' preaching ministry, we have a conclusion, of sorts, to Mark's introduction. He had said, "The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of…
Nate HoldridgeJune 30, 2020
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
Book Excerpt: Let Us Hear
The next part of John’s vision has little to do with sight but instead focuses on sound. He hears the voice of Christ, and it is like the roar of…
Nate HoldridgeMarch 25, 2020
Faith Accesses Victory From God (Hebrews 11:29–31)
Pat Benatar sang, "love is a battlefield." OK. But I think life is a battlefield. The pressures, the attacks, the deadlines, the struggles: they feel like war. Bullets flying, missiles…
Nate HoldridgeJanuary 28, 2020
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
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
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
While writing to the church about the proper handling of liberties, Paul encouraged his readers to develop a lot of dead friends. What I mean is, he thought the endurance…
Nate HoldridgeApril 3, 2019
King David was not King Hezekiah’s dad, not even close. Though they were related, Hezekiah was over a dozen generations removed from David, hundreds of years separated the men and…
Nate HoldridgeFebruary 4, 2019
God-Hearted #32 — God Our Father — 2 Samuel 21
Teaching outline for 2 Samuel 21.
Nate HoldridgeOctober 14, 2018
God-Hearted #31 — How To Develop A United Heart (2 Samuel 20)
Teaching points from 2 Samuel 20.
Nate HoldridgeOctober 7, 2018
2 Samuel 19 — God-Hearted #30 — The King’s Return
2 Samuel 19 teaching outline.
Nate HoldridgeSeptember 30, 2018
Great Leaders Have Good Friends
Everyone needs friends. If you’re a leader of any kind, you especially need friends. You might feel tempted to avoid friendship but don’t. You might be a natural born leader,…
Nate HoldridgeSeptember 17, 2018
God-Hearted #18 — 2 Samuel 4-5 — The Way Of Christ
Teaching notes for 2 Samuel 4-5.
Nate HoldridgeJune 3, 2018
God-Hearted #12 — Want What God Wants (1 Samuel 26)
Theme: It is a mark of maturity and a work of the Spirit when a person internally wants what God wants. David, through the repetitive work of the Spirit, came to…
Nate HoldridgeApril 15, 2018
God-Hearted #11 — 1 Samuel 25 — In God’s School
Teaching notes for 4/6/18, 1 Samuel 25.
Nate HoldridgeApril 8, 2018