Calvary Church Podcast

Title: The Mature Live Within a Praying Community
Speaker: Nate Holdridge
Text: James 5:13-20

Overview: 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 5:7-12

Overview: 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 5:1-6

Overview: 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 4:13-17

Overview: 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 4:1-12

Overview: 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

Title: 4 Marks of Friendship with God
Speaker: Matt Kehler
Text: Psalm 25

Title: Go Get The Ark
Speaker: Riley Manzo
Text: Psalm 24

Title: A Psalm for the Seasons, Shepherd, King Fugitive
Speaker: Mike Casey
Text: Psalm 23