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Dealing With Chaotic Times (Mark 3:7-19)

Many parts of this week’s passage are familiar to us. Jesus is presented as being famous far and wide. People from everywhere all come to see Jesus. We know why…

Nate HoldridgeJune 1, 2022

Christian Life

Jesus Is the Friend of Sinners, Part 1 (Mark 2:13–17) – He Calls People Like Levi

The first time Jesus spoke in Mark's gospel, he said, "The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel" (Mark 1:15).…

Nate HoldridgeApril 6, 2022

Christian Life For Men

Jesus Christ: The Ultimate Man – Part 2

This is not the title I normally use of Jesus. Perhaps I've developed an allergy to the title after hearing many say, "Jesus was a good teacher, a prophet, but…

Nate HoldridgeDecember 15, 2020

Christian Life

Friend of Sinners, Part 1 (Mark 2:13-17)

In this three-part series, we are going to explore this question: What kind of people enter into God's kingdom? We are going to ask this because the first time Jesus…

Nate HoldridgeAugust 18, 2020

Christian Life

Jesus Is the Champion Who Delivers His People (Mark 1:12–13)

in the wilderness. Matthew and Luke record three direct temptations from Satan, along with Jesus' scriptural rebuttals to each. Instead, Mark gives an overview of the events. He isn't as…

Nate HoldridgeJune 23, 2020

Book Excerpts

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

Sunday Teachings

Follow #6 — Mark 2:13-17 — Friend Of Sinners

Follow #6 -- Mark 2:13-17 -- Friend Of Sinners

Nate HoldridgeMarch 8, 2020

Christian Life

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

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

Christian Life

Glorious King Jesus (Revelaton 1:12)

None of the gospel writers tried to do it. They could have, but Matthew, Mark, Luke, or John never attempted to describe Jesus' outward appearance. Jesus' words, actions, and passion…

Nate HoldridgeJune 27, 2019

Christian Life

Jesus Brings His People Into True Rest (Hebrews 4:1-13)

Jesus, famously, said, "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest" (Matthew 11:28). Millions, since he said it, have craved that rest.…

Nate HoldridgeApril 16, 2019

Christian Life For Pastors Marriage Principles From Non-Marriage Bible Verses

Marriage Principles From Non-Marriage Bible Verses — 4. Treasure Your Spouse (Matthew 6:21)

When I was a boy, I loved to play with model trains. I remember learning about the engine, the car that pulled everyone else, but also the caboose, the car…

Nate HoldridgeOctober 17, 2018

Christian Life For Men For Pastors

How Is A Relationship With God Rewarding? (Matthew 6:1-18)

Some things ought not to be broadcast. Secrecy and privacy are often the best alternatives. Not everything has to be lived out in the open. Not every story must be…

Nate HoldridgeMarch 6, 2018

Christian Life

Gleanings From The Lords Prayer — Matthew 6:9-13

I love prayer but often struggle in it. I can feel my lack of zeal, my sloth, my distraction, while in prayer. Prayer is a battle. Prayer is often a…

Nate HoldridgeJanuary 23, 2018

Christian Life

One Flesh Does Not Include Your Children

When Christina and I met there were no children in the picture. Eventually, after dating, engagement, a wedding, and a brief time of marriage, children came along...5 Minutes / 1100…

Nate HoldridgeJune 22, 2017

Christian Life

What Hour Did You Show Up?

Jesus, the master storyteller, spoke of a fictitious vineyard. The owner hired day laborers at different times throughout the day. Some were hired in the morning, some at lunch, and…

Nate HoldridgeMay 4, 2017

Dealing With Chaotic Times (Mark 3:7-19)

Jesus Is the Friend of Sinners, Part 1 (Mark 2:13–17) – He Calls People Like Levi

Jesus Christ: The Ultimate Man – Part 2

Friend of Sinners, Part 1 (Mark 2:13-17)

Jesus Is the Champion Who Delivers His People (Mark 1:12–13)

Book Excerpt: Let Us Hear

Follow #6 — Mark 2:13-17 — Friend Of Sinners

Faith Accesses Victory From God (Hebrews 11:29–31)

The Greatest Gift (Matthew 1:21)

Glorious King Jesus (Revelaton 1:12)

Jesus Brings His People Into True Rest (Hebrews 4:1-13)

Marriage Principles From Non-Marriage Bible Verses — 4. Treasure Your Spouse (Matthew 6:21)

How Is A Relationship With God Rewarding? (Matthew 6:1-18)

Gleanings From The Lords Prayer — Matthew 6:9-13

One Flesh Does Not Include Your Children

What Hour Did You Show Up?

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