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,…
Groaning for Resurrection (Romans 8:18-25)
Nearly 2,000 years ago, on a Sunday morning a couple of days removed from the Passover, in Israel, a group of women went to a tomb. Their beloved teacher, leader,…
Nate HoldridgeApril 11, 2022
Now We Boast in God (Romans 5:11)
We also rejoice in God, Paul said. We boast in him. God is our celebration. (1 Minute/200 Words)
Nate HoldridgeOctober 8, 2020
An Almost Unbelievable Truth (Romans 6:11)
Let me remind you of an almost unbelievable truth, one I say to myself a dozen times a day. "So you also must consider yourselves dead to sin and alive…
Nate HoldridgeSeptember 10, 2020
Easter 2020 — Romans 8:18-25 — Groaning For Resurrection
Easter 2020 -- Romans 8:18-25 -- Groaning For Resurrection
Nate HoldridgeApril 12, 2020
From Groans To Glory (Romans 8:23)
God has come to live within us. Covered by the blood and empowered by the Spirit, we have gotten a little taste of redemption. We have moments of Spirit-led beauty…
Nate HoldridgeMarch 26, 2020
6 Great Attributes of Jesus’ High Priestly Service to You (Hebrews 7)
No one is like Jesus. I have never known anyone as impressive as him. My Savior, he is also my guide, friend, leader, counselor, teacher, financial planner, advisor, coach, helper,…
Nate HoldridgeJuly 16, 2019
Recently, I attended a large pastor’s conference with church leaders from all over the world. During one of the allotted sessions, they held a question and answer session with senior…
Nate HoldridgeApril 11, 2019
Perhaps, after reading and studying Romans 7, you feel Paul has put the perfect words to your current struggle. There, he eloquently described our ongoing battle with indwelling sin. That…
Nate HoldridgeMarch 13, 2019
United in the Workplace — Slaves and Masters (Ephesians 6:5-9)
The situation of Paul’s day was horrific. Slavery teemed throughout the Roman world. Some estimate as much as half the empire was enslaved, a fact which was cause for concern…
Nate HoldridgeFebruary 22, 2019
6 Thoughts On Discipleship (Matthew 28: 18-20)
You have favorite people, I’m sure, and so do I. One of mine is Denise Buck. Together with her husband, Pastor Geoff, Denise has positively impacted my life and our…
Nate HoldridgeJanuary 14, 2019
The Point Of Life (Romans 8:28-30)
In a recent sermon at Calvary Monterey, my father — Bill to you — taught on the point of life. His teaching was based off Romans 8:28-30. His bottom line?…
Nate HoldridgeOctober 24, 2018
When the people of Israel returned from their captivity in Babylon, significant challenges awaited them. They had small numbers and resources, but big obstacles and enemies. To rebuild Jerusalem and…
Nate HoldridgeOctober 15, 2018
Become A Free Slave (Romans 6:15-23)
I call it the Africa Decision Myth. I’m sure you’ve heard, or maybe even said it, before. The idea is simple: if God asks me to go to Africa, I…
Nate HoldridgeOctober 1, 2018
How To Win The Daily Battle With Sin (Romans 6:12-14)
13 Minutes / 2600 Words
Nate HoldridgeJuly 10, 2018
Get Connected to Newness of Life! (Romans 6:1-4)
Our culture is fascinated with new. We want the best, the most up to date, the latest in innovation. In some area of life, we long for newness. We crave…
Nate HoldridgeJune 12, 2018
Receive These Gifts From Jesus
The fifth chapter of Romans opens with delight...1600 Words / 8 Minutes
Nate HoldridgeOctober 24, 2017
To Abhor Evil Is Part of Love
We might think of love as sentimental and soft, but a hatred of evil is a very natural outworking of love...4 Minutes / 800 Words
Nate HoldridgeJuly 11, 2017
Metro Calvary Men (Session 2) — Strong Identity (Romans 8:12-17)
Theme: We are debtors to the Spirit (no one else); He has made us children of God (radically so).
Nate HoldridgeMay 24, 2017
Metro Calvary Men (Session 1) — Real Freedom (Romans 8.1-11)
Theme: *We are not destined for a life of struggle, but a life in the Spirit. Receive your position, believe in the power of the Spirit, and set your mind…
Nate HoldridgeMay 24, 2017
Liberties, Convictions, & Love — Don’t Stumble (2 of 2)
18 Minutes / 3,600 Words
Nate HoldridgeMay 2, 2017
Liberties, Convictions, & Love — Don’t Stumble (2 of 2)
18 Minutes / 3,600 Words
Nate HoldridgeMay 2, 2017
Liberties, Convictions & Love — Don’t Judge (1 of 2)
Romans 14:1-13 thoughts.
Nate HoldridgeApril 25, 2017
Liberties, Convictions & Love — Don’t Judge (1 of 2)
Romans 14:1-13 thoughts.
Nate HoldridgeApril 25, 2017
(Sermon Notes) Romans 16 — Gospel Applications/ A Beautiful Church
- Teaching Outline- Video- Audio
Nate HoldridgeDecember 4, 2016
In Liberties, Don’t Destroy — Romans 14:13-15:13
Sermon outline at Calvary Monterey for 11.12.16.
Nate HoldridgeNovember 13, 2016
In Liberties, Don’t Judge — Romans 14:1-13
Teaching outline for Romans 14:1-13.
Nate HoldridgeNovember 6, 2016
Good Citizens — Romans 13:1-14
This week at Calvary Monterey we studied Romans 13:1-14. Here are the four main takeaways:God instituted government (1-4)Christian’s are to live in subjection to their government (5-7)Owe only love (8-10)Live…
Nate HoldridgeOctober 30, 2016
Romans 12:14-21 / Gospel Application: Living Peaceably
Theme: Jesus introduced a life which runs opposite our feelings and impulses. We respond differently to enemies, sensitively to others, humbly with believers, and peaceably with all.
Nate HoldridgeOctober 9, 2016
How To Love Robustly / Romans 12:9-13
Theme: We aim to have robust love. This plays out in our interactions with good and evil, one another, the Lord, tribulation, and need. Let us submit and grow. In this…
Nate HoldridgeOctober 3, 2016
Getting Outside Ourselves — Romans 12:3-8
Theme: To be a living sacrifice we must think accurately about ourselves, know how the body of Christ works, and use our gifts.And those are the takeaways of my study…
Nate HoldridgeSeptember 26, 2016
The Christian’s Mission Statement — Romans 12:1-2
Companies have mission statements. In Romans 12:1, Paul lists a Christian’s mission statement: my body for God’s glory. In this teaching I look at this goal, with these follow up…
Nate HoldridgeSeptember 19, 2016























