Paul felt the trial which caused him such despair was one which could teach him to rely not on himself, but on God, the one who raises the dead.
Read moreArchival Post: A Prayer To Come to the Rock
With a faint heart, I cry out to You, O Lord. My flesh wants to appear stronger than I am. I want to think of myself strong. But you are the Rock higher than I. You are the great foundation upon which I stand.
Read moreArchival Post: United In Marriage — Husband, Sacrificially Love
The church is not slavishly following Christ, for He is ever loving and gentle and kind. The husband is to be the same, one who emulates the love of Jesus Christ.
Read moreArchival Post: Build Up Your Advance Strength
Think of an Olympic weight-lifter. They train so they can shine on the day of competition. They do not work out on the day of the performance. No, that day is for demonstrating their strength. All the previous days and weeks and months and years of training built up their strength for that moment.
Read moreArchival Post: How To Read More Books
Someone recently asked me for advice on how to read more books. They recognized it's wise to acquire wisdom, but struggled to "find the time."
Read moreArchival Post & Podcast: Leading a Prayer Meeting
Inviting a church into prayer can be powerful. Throughout the ages, God’s people have prayed. Revivals have come, grace was received, God heard. To lead a congregation into prayer is a massive joy.
Read moreArchival Post: Learn This Prayer
Quick. Notice the prayer. It takes 1.7 seconds to read.
Read moreArchival Post: Get Your Head Up!
Humanity was supposed to wear a crown — not one made of gold and jewels, but of God's glory and honor. We were supposed to be a regal people, free and self-controlled. Love and joy and goodness were intended to flow from our lives and hands and hearts.
Read moreArchival Post: The Gospel Gives Us What We Need
The gospel gives every human what they need. It is the answer. James saw this truth. Every person is walking through the issues of life. Every person needs truth to guide and define them. The gospel of Jesus Christ is the bright light humanity needs, illuminating reality.
Read moreArchival Post: How I Use My Phone
First, I am not a legalist. I think each believer needs to go to their Heavenly Father and ask for His wisdom in the intricate affairs of life. What follows is what I, personally, Nate Holdridge, have received from Him for my life.
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