Your Custom Text Here
Jesus Famous Youth just got back from their Thailand mission trip! On today's episode we have a few students share their stories and favorite moments from the trip. We get to hear of the amazing testimonies of what the Lord did through the people of Thailand and through the group of students that traveled. Plus, stick around to end to hear a special podcast update from Nate.
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
What does it take to be a "super dad"? What are ways that a father can delight in your children? In this special solo episode, Nate takes us through Proverbs and looks at scripture that speaks to fathers. As Nate goes through scripture he provides insight into characteristics and qualities that it takes to be godly father and super dad.
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
As Father's Day approaches the corner, Nate has a roundtable discussion with some fathers of Calvary Monterey. Nate and guys discuss some parenting methods, practical ways of fathering, and insights to everyday life. We hope this episode gives great wisdom and biblical insight as you father, prepare for fatherhood, or glean for a dad you know.
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Resources Mentioned in Today's Episode:
Celebration of Discipline: The Path to Spiritual Growth by Richard Foster
Grace Based Parenting: Set Your Family Tree
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: It's Impossible to Be Spiritually Mature, While Remaining Emotionally Immature by Peter Scazzero
ESV Bible
Dear New Dad by Nate Holdridge
Habits of the Household: Practicing the Story of God in Everyday Family Rhythms by Justin Early
The Intentional Father: A Practical Guide to Raise Sons of Courage and Character by Jon Tyson
Today we bring you a special throwback episode where we will have a conversation about Pastor Nate’s article entitled “Jesus Brings His People Into True Rest". What is true rest? We hope that this episode encourages you that Jesus may bring you into true rest!
Link to full article:
https://www.nateholdridge.com/blog/jesus-brings-his-people-into-true-rest-hebrews-4-1-13
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
As Mother's Day approaches the corner, Nate has a roundtable discussion with some mothers of Calvary Monterey. Nate and ladies discuss some parenting methods, practical ways of mothering, insights to everyday life. We hope this episode gives great wisdom and biblical insight as you mother, prepare for motherhood, or glean for a mom you know.
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Resources Mentioned in Today's Episode:
Jump to Practical Ways to Mother - 1:12:35
Matt Kehler Podcast on Expressive Individualism's Impact On Parenting
Different Children, Different Needs: Understanding the Unique Personality of Your Child by Charles F. Boyd
The Ministry of Motherhood: Following Christ's Example in Reaching the Hearts of Our Children by Sally Clarkson
Age of Opportunity: A Biblical Guide to Parenting Teens by Paul David Tripp
Mom Heart Moments: Daily Devotions for Lifegiving Motherhood by Sally Clarkson
Raising Passionate Jesus Followers: The Power of Intentional Parenting by Phil and Diane Comer
Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build On for Life by David Thomas
Boy Mom: What Your Son Needs Most from You by Monica Swanson
Nate talks with Student Life Director at Trinity High School, Megan Ryan. Megan shines a light on a new approach about ways can help us trust the Bible. Nate and Megan talk about deep questions like: "should we let our instincts guide us?", "should we trust modern versions of morality or culture?", and "should we trust our desires?". Megan uses these questions to help reveal truth and tackle a big question that many people face, "can the Bible be trusted?"
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Resources Mentioned in Today's Episode:
How Not To Read the Bible by Dan Kimball
Confronting Christianity by Rebecca McLaughlin
Jesus Through The Eyes Of Women by Rebecca McLaughlin
Tree Ocelot
With Easter right around the corner we want to use this episode as an opportunity to bring you a special Easter message from Pastor Nate! Nate takes us through Mark 16 which is all about the resurrection of Jesus Christ! We hope you enjoy this special Easter message!
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Pastor Nate sits down with fellow pastors and talks about different tips their churches have used to prepare for the Easter season.
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Resources Mentioned in Today's Episode:
Tommy Cota - Hope Alive Church
Pilgrim Benham - Kings Cross Church
Ben Sobels - Cypress Community Church
On today's episode, Nate has an in depth discussion with Welsey Towe about anxiety. Wesley share his story about living with anxiety and provides biblical insight and aids that have helped him. While every person deal with anxiety and every case is different, we pray that this discussion can help provide some biblical encouragement and hope into your life and help give some new perspectives on how to handle anxiousness and encounter Jesus through those moments.
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Nate talks about the intricate relationship between marriage and ministry. Whether you are in ministry or married to someone in ministry, this is a vital episode for you! Nate breaks down some tips and insight on how to maintain a healthy balance between marriage and ministry.
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Do you have difficulty reading the Bible? Do you often struggle about where to start when you do read the Bible? In this episode, Nate has a round table discussion with Geoff Buck, Jeanine Staton, and Anne Jensen about methods and aids on how to read the Bible. Nate and the group discuss 12 Tips to help you read the Bible.
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Resources mentioned in today’s episode:
Praying the Bible - by Donald Whitney
Praying God's Word: Breaking Free from Spiritual Strongholds by Beth Moore
The Jesus Storybook Bible: Every Story Whispers His Name
Lectures in Systematic Theology by Henry Thiessen
Systematic Theology, Second Edition: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine by Wayne Grudem
The Knowledge of the Holy: The Attributes of God: Their Meaning in the Christian Life by A.W. Tozer
Fix Your Eyes: How Our Study of God Shapes Our Worship of Him by Amy Gannett
Wayne Grudem Systemic Theology Lectures
Blue Letter Bible
Calvary Monterey Life Groups
Calvary Monterey Growth Groups
Audio Bible Apps:
Slugs and Bugs Sing the Bible
Dwell Audio Bible
YouVersion Bible App
Nate and Matt Kehler have a deep talk on the topic of expressive individualism and the impact that that has had on today's society and specifically on children. Matt gives insight on how parents can approach this topic with kids, when it is healthy to discuss and have conversations with kids.
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Books mentioned in today’s episode:
The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution by Carl Trueman
Raising Passionate Jesus Followers: The Power of Intentional Parenting by Phil & Diane Comer
Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family by Paul David Tripp
Live No Lies: Recognize and Resist the Three Enemies That Sabotage Your Peace by John Mark Comer
The Talk: 7 Lessons to Introduce Your Child to Biblical Sexuality
God's Design for Sex by Stan and Brenna Jones
Nate talks with Pastor Bruce Zachary about the life of church planting. Bruce discusses his story as a church planter and his roots that led to planting churches. We learn about Cultivate Church Planting Program and how it provides the infrastructure to support church plants and provide resources.
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Resources Mentioned:
Learn More About Cultivate
Church Planting Manual:
Join The Cultivate Church Gathering on February 1st:
Nate sits down with the pastors of Calvary Monterey and takes a look back at 2022 in review. We get a special look into each ministry at Calvary Monterey and hear all about the wonderful things God has done is the past year. We take a moment to look forward to 2023 and hear each pastor's heart about what they look forward to in 2023.
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Books mentioned in today's episode:
Live No Lies: Recognize and Resist the Three Enemies That Sabotage Your Peace by John Mark Comer
The Good and Beautiful God: Falling in Love with the God Jesus Knows by James Bryan Smith
Nate talks with distinguished Author & Professor, Dr. J.P. Moreland about his lastest book, A Simple Guide to Experiencing Miracles - Instruction and Inspiration for Living Supernaturally in Christ. J.P. takes us through personal stories that inspired the book and discusses the motivation behind its writing. Make sure to grab a copy of Dr. Moreland's book on Amazon!
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Resources mentioned in today’s episode:
A Simple Guide to Experience Miracles by J.P. Moreland
Pastor Geoff Buck joins the podcast to have a deep discussion with Nate about strategies and practices to help parent adult children. Geoff and Nate talk about the key elements of how to best love adult children, care for adult children, encourage adult children, and also have fun with your adult child. This is very encouraging episode to anyone who has adult children or is preparing as your kids grow up. If you are an adult and struggle with your relationship with your parents or seeking a deeper relationship with your parents, then this is for you as well!
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Books and articles mentioned in today's episode:
Blog Post: 4 Strategies To Help You Parent Your Adult Children
Soul Keeping: Caring For The Most Important Part of You by John Ortberg
Parenting Your Adult Child by Gary Chapman
Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut And The Welcome Mat Out by Jim Burns
Jeanine Staton joins the podcast to talk to us about the importance of building and developing Christian community in the local church. Jeanine oversees the life groups and connect ministry at Calvary Monterey. Jeanine and Nate discuss why the local church should have community groups and how it impacts the church and the individual.
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Books mentioned in today's podcast:
Praying God's Word by Beth Moore
Sticky Church by Larry Osborne
Nate and his wife, Christina, have an in depth discussion about marriage and the qualities within a healthy and unhealthy marriage. They shed some light on the ups and downs of marriage, when marriage feels one sided, and the biblical perspective on marriage.
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Books mentioned in today's podcast:
The Meaning of Marriage - Tim & Kathy Keller
Run to Win - Tim Challies
Vanessa Estrada joins the podcast to share with us her story about how she came to know Jesus. After struggling with drug addiction, going to jail, and overcoming trauma, Vanessa shares her encounter with the Lord.
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Resources mentioned in today’s episode:
Drug poem
Nate talks with Author and Pastor Nick Cady about his new book, The God I Won’t Believe In: Facing Nine Common Barriers to Embracing Christianity. Nate and Nick discuss the behind the scenes of the book and the motivation behind its writing. Make sure to grab a copy of Nick's book on Amazon!
Follow Pastor Nate:
Website: nateholdridge.com
Instagram: @nateholdridge
Church: calvary.com
Follow Pastor Nick Cady
Website: nickcady.org
Twitter: @nickcady
Instagram: @cadynick
Resources mentioned in today’s episode:
The God I Won’t Believe In: Facing Nine Common Barriers to Embracing Christianity by Nick Cady