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Title: An Advancing Gospel Community: Craves Christlikeness
Speaker: Nate Holdridge
Text: Philippians 3:12-21Overview: In this week’s message, Pastor Nate Holdridge continues our study of Philippians, exploring how an advancing gospel community craves Christlikeness. Drawing from Philippians 3:12-21, Pastor Nate unpacks Paul’s call to pursue Christlikeness with intentionality, focus, and perseverance. Through vivid illustrations and practical applications, this teaching encourages us to set our minds on the ultimate goal of becoming more like Jesus, leave behind distractions of the past, and walk in partnership with godly examples who guide us toward the upward call of God.
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Title: An Advancing Gospel Community: Enjoys Authentic Christianity
Speaker: Nate Holdridge
Text: Philippians 3:1-11Overview: In this week’s sermon, Pastor Nate Holdridge explores Philippians 3:1-11, showing how an advancing gospel community thrives through authentic Christianity. Drawing from Paul’s personal testimony, Pastor Nate unpacks the joy of knowing Christ, the dangers of misplaced confidence, and the transforming power of the gospel. This message challenges believers to embrace the righteousness of Christ, discard distractions, and pursue a deeper relationship with Jesus, experiencing both His resurrection power and the fellowship of His sufferings.
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Title: An Advancing Gospel Community: Breaks Into Darkness
Speaker: Nate Holdridge
Text: Philippians 2:12-30Overview: In this week’s message, Pastor Nate Holdridge explores Philippians 2:12-30, revealing how Paul encourages the Philippians to shine as lights in a dark world. Paul’s words challenge believers to work out their salvation with genuine reverence, hold firmly to the gospel, and emulate Christ’s sacrificial love through actions that reflect His character. Using vivid imagery—runner, laborer, and drink offering—Paul paints a picture of dedicated service and obedience, calling the church to a life of meaningful purpose and joyful humility.
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Title: Formed
Speaker: Matt Kehler
Text: Philippians 2:12-13Link to Discussion Questions
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Title: An Advancing Gospel Community: Participates in God's Kingdom
Speaker: Nate Holdridge
Text: Philippians 2:1-11Overview: In this week’s sermon, Pastor Nate Holdridge leads us through Philippians 2:1-11, where Paul calls the church to participate in God’s kingdom through unity, humility, and servanthood. Pastor Nate explores how the ultimate example of Christ’s self-emptying and service leads to His exaltation and vindication. As we follow Christ, we are called to live out a cruciform life, embodying the humility, obedience, and sacrificial love of Jesus in every area of life.
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Title: An Advancing Gospel Community: Lives Worthy of the Gospel
Speaker: Nate Holdridge
Text: Philippians 1:12-30Overview: Pastor Nate Holdridge continues our journey through Philippians with a message from Philippians 1:12-30 titled “An Advancing Gospel Community: Lives Worthy of the Gospel.” In this sermon, Pastor Nate explores how Paul’s imprisonment served to advance the gospel and how his life, centered fully on Christ, provides a powerful model for believers today. With practical insights for living as citizens of God’s kingdom, this message challenges us to live for Christ, no matter the cost, and to pursue gospel expansion with joy and unity.
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Title: God Speaks
Speaker: Dena Davidson
Text: Acts 17:27-30 -
Title: God Speaks
Speaker: Dena Davidson
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Title: God Is
Speaker: Dena Davidson
Text: Acts 17:22-26 -
We're excited to kick off our Future Church Month of Prayer with a special Vision Meeting led by Pastor Nate. During this gathering, we’ll dive deeper into the heart behind our focus on prayer and fasting throughout October, and explore some key initiatives we’ll be committing to God in prayer. This meeting will set the foundation for our entire month of prayer and fasting, so we encourage you to join us as we prepare our hearts for this meaningful journey together. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of something powerful!
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Title: An Advancing Gospel Community: Partners Together
Speaker: Nate Holdridge
Text: Philippians 1:1-11Overview: Pastor Nate Holdridge brings a powerful message from Philippians 1:1-11, focusing on the theme of gospel partnership. In this sermon, Pastor Nate explores how an advancing gospel community serves, grows, and suffers together for the sake of Christ’s mission. With practical applications for modern churches, this message challenges us to embrace the mission of gospel expansion with love, knowledge, and discernment, just as Paul prayed for the Philippian church.
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Title: Future Church
Speaker: Nate Holdridge
Text: Joshua 5:13-15Overview: Join Pastor Nate Holdridge as he shares a timely and heartfelt sermon from Joshua 5:13-15, focusing on the future of the church and its mission. In this message, Pastor Nate emphasizes the importance of recognizing the new day God has brought to Calvary Monterey, the critical nature of the church’s mission, and the need for deepened worship and submission to God’s plans. With practical applications and a call for consecration, this sermon challenges listeners to fully engage with God’s vision for our lives and church community.
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Title: Bound But Not Broken
Speaker: Matt Kehler
Text: Acts 16:11-34Link to Discussion Questions
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Title: The Mature Live Within a Praying Community
Speaker: Nate Holdridge
Text: James 5:13-20Overview: In this week’s message, Pastor Nate Holdridge walks us through James 5:13-20, focusing on the importance of living in a praying community. He highlights how prayer should encompass every aspect of our lives—whether we are suffering, rejoicing, sick, or in need of forgiveness. Pastor Nate encourages us to build a culture of prayer in our church, where we support one another through hardships, confess sins, and seek God's healing. Join us as we learn how the power of faith-filled prayer transforms both individuals and communities at Calvary Monterey.
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Title: The Mature are Patient in a Hard World
Speaker: Nate Holdridge
Text: James 5:7-12Overview: In this teaching, Pastor Nate Holdridge explores James 5:7-12, highlighting the essential quality of patience for believers navigating a challenging world. Drawing from examples like the prophets and Job, Pastor Nate encourages us to adjust our expectations, prepare for Christ's return, and live with spiritual readiness. This sermon calls us to steadfastness, faithfulness, and careful commitment as we await the coming of the Lord. Tune in to gain insights on how to develop the patience needed to thrive in the face of trials.
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Title: The Mature Navigate Finances with God
Speaker: Nate Holdridge
Text: James 5:1-6Overview: In this sermon, Pastor Nate Holdridge tackles James 5:1-6, a bold and direct passage on the proper navigation of wealth and finances in light of God's judgment. Pastor Nate explores the dangers of hoarding, luxury, and economic injustice, offering practical insights for living a life of generosity, justice, and eternal perspective. Through this challenging text, listeners are invited to reassess their relationship with money and consider how to use their resources for God's glory while being mindful of the eternal consequences of their financial decisions.
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Title: The Mature Walk Through Life With God
Speaker: Nate Holdridge
Text: James 4:13-17Overview: In this week’s sermon, Pastor Nate Holdridge takes us through James 4:13-17, highlighting the importance of acknowledging God’s will in every aspect of our lives, including our plans. He explores how maturity in Christ means walking with God through life’s uncertainties, recognizing the brevity of life, and trusting His guidance. Join us as we reflect on how planning in submission to God’s sovereignty allows us to live purposefully and confidently.
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Title: The Mature Pursue God
Speaker: Nate Holdridge
Text: James 4:1-12Overview: In this week's message, Pastor Nate Holdridge teaches from James 4:1-12, addressing the critical issue of Christian maturity within the church. He explains how immaturity disrupts relationships and how the mature believer remedies this by humbly pursuing God. With practical insights on resisting temptation, fostering unity, and deepening one's relationship with the Lord, this teaching encourages believers to embrace a life marked by spiritual growth and community harmony. Join us as we explore how humility before God leads to grace and exaltation, both in our lives and within our church family.
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Title: Life on Level Ground
Speaker: Nate Holdridge
Text: Psalm 26 -
Title: Remembering Our First Love
Speaker: Nate Holdridge
Text: Revelation 2:1-7 - Näytä enemmän
