Paul prayed for the Ephesian church — and us — to know three things. He longed for us to know the hope of our calling, the riches of our inheritance, and the immeasurable power of God toward us who believe. (4 Minutes/1100 Words)
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Paul tells us who this war is with: Satan, rulers, authorities, cosmic powers, and spiritual forces of evil. Paul takes no time defending the reality of these forces. To him, their presence is undeniable. (3 Minutes/700 Words)
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I am starting to dream about gathering together again as a church body... literally dreaming of it. I had one the other night, and the joy to see each other was off the charts. (4 Minutes/1000 Words)
Read moreNate's New Book Is Here: Christ Unites
In his new book Christ Unites, Pastor Nate Holdridge takes you on a journey through Paul's letter to the Ephesian church. There, Jesus is seen as the head of the church, the originator of a new humanity designed to carry out His will. Each chapter tackles a different dimension of Christ's work at unifying all things to Himself, at His purpose and plan for His people.
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Disciples have always said, "If the Lord wills, we will live and do this or that" (James 4:15). We have always believed an uncertain future is held in the hands of our God. Though what lies ahead is unknown, we know our Father in heaven, and this helps us navigate the uncertainties of life today. (3 Minutes/900 Words)
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As we enter into March, I am filled with hope and joy regarding God's work here on the Monterey Peninsula. I believe he is working in powerful ways, and some of the testimonies I've been exposed to this last month have only solidified that belief. (5 Minutes/1500 Words)
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Thank you for reading my writings and listening to my teachings. Your support and encouragement mean so much to me. It spurs me on when I hear of ways God is using the words from the Word to impact your life. So thank you for your prayers and support. (4 Minutes/1000 Words)
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Here we are. 2020 is here. And with the new decade and year come fresh opportunities. I believe God is doing great things, and I feel so fortunate to be part of His kingdom here on earth. It has been a privilege to watch Him work over the last 20+ years of ministry. (4 Minutes/1000 Words)
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