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Archival Post: Our Salvation Song

April 18, 2022 Nate Holdridge

Hezekiah was an excellent king of Judah. A descendant of David, he bore similar traits to his ancestor in that he worshipped God and delighted in God's law. At one point, Hezekiah became sick. Isaiah the prophet was summoned, and he told Hezekiah his time to die had come. Hezekiah pleaded with God but also pleaded with Isaiah to plead with God. Isaiah returned with the glad announcement that Hezekiah would live. For another fifteen years, Hezekiah sat on the throne.

Archival Post: A Plea to Prioritize People

January 10, 2022 Nate Holdridge

A Plea to Prioritize People

Archival Post

We can't understand the gravity of Paul's mission. At his conversion, Jesus told him he'd be the apostle to the nations. He'd testify of Christ before kings and authorities, Gentiles and Jews. His life was to be wholly dedicated to the task of the evangelization of the world — serious stuff.

Personal & Pastoral Updates, Prayer Requests

June 2, 2020 Nate Holdridge

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June

I am grieved again by recent events in our nation. Institutionalized racism has again ascended into public consciousness, but it's been there all along. Much work must be done. And listening is a must. But God's people need to pray, for prayer is our great weapon. For this, I recently wrote a prayer from my heart to God. (6 Minutes/1500 Words)

Personal & Pastoral Updates, Prayer Requests

May 6, 2020 Nate Holdridge

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May

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)

Personal & Pastoral Updates, Prayer Requests

April 1, 2020 Nate Holdridge

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)

A Plea to Prioritize People (1 Corinthians 16:7)

March 5, 2020 Nate Holdridge

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(1 Corinthians 16:7)

Personal & Pastoral Updates, Prayer Requests

March 4, 2020 Nate Holdridge

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)

Archival Post: Advice For Someone Struggling With Bible Reading

February 17, 2020 Nate Holdridge

Advice For Someone Struggling With Bible Reading

Archival Post

Though I don't know your particular situation, I will attempt to give a robust answer with many applicational thoughts. You might struggle in your reading of the Word because of theological misperceptions, an inability to concentrate, or because your workday starts at 4 a.m. For each situation, a different line of advice would follow. Because of this, I will try to cover as many contingencies as my feeble brain will allow. (7 Minutes/1800 Words)

Personal & Pastoral Updates, Prayer Requests

February 5, 2020 Nate Holdridge

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)

Personal & Pastoral Updates, Prayer Requests

January 1, 2020 Nate Holdridge

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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)