I pray you've just enjoyed a wonderful Christmas and are feeling refreshed as you prepare for all that lies ahead in 2022. Whether you are part of Calvary Monterey or only know me through nateholdridge.com, I hope something I've said or written has helped you this past year. (2 Minutes/600 Words)
Read moreThe Road of Christ (Mark 10:32-34)
The Road of Christ
(Mark 10:32-34)
Here, Mark portrays Jesus on his journey. From the valley below, Jesus and his disciples had to climb 3,500 feet to get **up to Jerusalem**. It was a solitary journey for the Lord; he walked alone **ahead of** the disciples. (3 Minutes/700 Words)
Read moreWhen Work Goes Sideways (Genesis 11:4)
When Work Goes Sideways
(Genesis 11:4)
Before sin entered the world, before the fall, work was a way mankind glorified God. God created us to work, and the garden needed cultivating. And now, under the curse brought on by sin, we are still called to a life of work. (1 Minute/300 Words)
Read moreFollow #32 -- Mark 10:32-52 -- Jesus: Man on a Mission
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.