Sermon: Psalm 15—Holy Self-Examination
Read moreJesus' Righteous Anger (Mark 11:12-21)
Jesus' Righteous Anger
Mark 11:12-21
In the passage before us, Jesus cursed a fig tree and overturned tables. He did not normally behave this way. Jesus did not customarily use miraculous power in destructive ways, but in ways that led to healing, feeding, deliverance, and resurrection. Jesus was about giving life. And when we imagine—really imagine—tables and chairs clanging to the ground while travel and trading are stopped, we are also concerned. Jesus often rebuked the way of the religionists of his day, but not like this.
Read moreArchival Post: Two Trees (Genesis 2:16-17)
Archival Post
The first thing we must notice is how the LORD God commanded the man (16). He told Adam what was good (and bad) for him. He told Adam he had a choice -- life or death.
Read moreSummer Break
Hey everyone! We are starting summer break here at nateholdridge.com, picking back up in mid-August with posts and podcasts. I intend to use the time to recalibrate and reset my writing and recording goals for you. Of course, the entire site will be available to you if you'd like to dip into the archive of blog posts, through-the-Bible studies, or podcasts! And don't forget my books; maybe there's one you'd like to read while I'm out. But I also want to say thank you for reading and listening. See you soon! -Nate
Geoff Is The Man (Titus 2:2)
Sunday Sermon: Geoff Is The Man (Titus 2:2)-—retirement Sunday for Pastor Geoff Buck.
Read morePsalm 11—An Immoveable Confidence
Sermon Title: Psalm 11—An Immoveable Confidence
Read moreArchival Post: Faith Holds Greater Values (Hebrews 11:24-26)
Faith Holds Greater Values
Archival Post
Hebrews addressed believers who were losing their place of privilege in society. They'd begun to experience mistreatment for their connection to Jesus. Like Moses, they were driven from a comfortable life because of Christ, so it makes sense that Moses' faith would stand as an excellent example for them (and also us).
Read morePart 3: What Kind of King is Jesus? Long Awaited (Mark 11:8-11)
Part 3: What Kind of King is Jesus? Long Awaited
Mark 11:8-11
As Jesus enters the city of Jerusalem, his entrance is peculiar. Why did Jesus want to ride in on a young donkey? He'd gone to Jerusalem many times for various feasts. Ever since his childhood, Jesus had been a pilgrim bound for Jerusalem. And he had never ridden in on a young donkey. Why did Jesus choose such a dramatic and different entrance on this day?
Read moreArchival Post: Faith Is Confident In God’s Word (Hebrews 11:3)
Faith Is Confident In God’s Word
Archival Post
Many in modern science might say that what is seen was made out of other visible things. But it must be asked, where did those visible things come from? The believer says, what is seen was not made out of things that are visible, for God is the originator.
Read moreThe Ministry of Christ 03—Luke 4:31-44—Authority
Sunday Sermon: The Ministry of Christ 03—Luke 4:31-44—Authority
Read more