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How To Unleash Jesus' Mighty Work in Your Life (Mark 6:1-6)

August 3, 2022 Nate Holdridge

The story before us is one of the most terrifying in all the gospel accounts. Jesus visits his hometown of Nazareth (1), and they are astonished at his words and works (2). They knew he was powerful, mighty works having been done by him all throughout the region (2). But since they had known Jesus and his family for many years, they took offense at him (3). (12 Minutes/3000 Words

Archival Post: Faith Clings to Greater Blood

September 30, 2021 Nate Holdridge

Faith Clings to Greater Blood

Archival Post

Plague after plague rained down on Egypt. God made it obvious; He was the God of the Hebrews. His judgment released upon the Egyptian gods and their worshipers, and the Israelite people were saved. Still, Pharaoh would not soften his stance, and instead hardened his heart. God respected his decision, hardening his heart for him. Like an immovable stone, Pharaoh's mind was made. He would not let the people go.

Archival Post: Agedness and Aloneness Have Their Fruitful Place

May 13, 2021 Nate Holdridge

Agedness and Aloneness Have Their Fruitful Place

Archival Post

Attractive people. Youth. Fashion. Glam. Prosperity, partying, and big old vacations. The world system tries to subtly -- or with a sledgehammer -- convince us the young life is the best one. But agedness and aloneness have their uses.

Follow #43 - Mark 13:24-37 - The Second Coming Of Christ

February 14, 2021 Nate Holdridge

On the Mount of Olives outside Jerusalem's temple, a few days before his crucifixion, Jesus explained the end times to his disciples.

Learning Servanthood (Mark 10:35-45)

December 17, 2020 Nate Holdridge

Here, we find two of Jesus' disciples responding to Jesus' announcement about his death. Their response is dense and out of touch. Looking back, James and John would agree. (6 Minutes/1500 Words)

Follow #32 -- Mark 10:32-52 -- Jesus: Man on a Mission

October 11, 2020 Nate Holdridge

Luke wrote the book of Acts, and he started it this way: "In the first book...I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach," (Acts 1:1, ESV). Luke knew Jesus' mission had begun with his life, death, burial, and resurrection -- but that he is still on his mission. His cross saves, and now he urges his church on by his Spirit, that we might engage in his mission.

Book Excerpt: Let Us Hear

July 30, 2020 Nate Holdridge

John was an incredible man with an incredible life story. Peter or Paul he was not. God had a different plan for his life. Paul had traveled and written profusely. Peter had led and taught courageously. John had endured an exhorted lovingly. He is nearing the end of his race when he receives the final book of the Bible - the Revelation of Jesus Christ. (3 Minutes/800 Words)

Video Message: Jesus Is Closer Than You Think

March 31, 2020 Nate Holdridge

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Maybe at this point, while staying at home you’ve been feeling disconnected from God. If the Sunday gathering was your place to really feel connected with God, then you’re probably feeling like your lifeline is missing. But there is a Christian doctrine that we need to remember during this time - God has made Himself accessible to us. Not only that, but He wants you to be with Him all the time! Pastor Nate here reminds us that we have CONSTANT access to God because He has allowed us to be a part of the priesthood.

Faith Clings to Greater Blood (Hebrews 11:28)

January 21, 2020 Nate Holdridge

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(Hebrews 11:28)

Plague after plague rained down on Egypt. God made it obvious; He was the God of the Hebrews. His judgment released upon the Egyptian gods and their worshipers and the Israelite people were saved. Still, Pharaoh would not soften his stance, and instead hardened his heart. God respected his decision, hardening his heart for him. Like an immovable stone, Pharaoh's mind was made. He would not let the people go. (3 Minutes 750 Words)

Jesus' First and Second Comings -- Humble vs. Glorious (Luke 2:8-9)

December 19, 2019 Nate Holdridge

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(Luke 2.8-9)

Ancient Israelites didn't have a romanticized view of shepherds. Their life was not glamorized or coveted. But someone had to do the job, and outside of Bethlehem during the year of Augustus' census, a small group of unnamed shepherds gathered to do theirs. (3 Minutes/900 Words)