Calvary Monterey Podcast

Title: A Prayer for the Sad, Stressed, and SlanderedSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeText: Psalm 31Overview: In this weekly sermon from Calvary Monterey, Pastor Nate Holdridge examines Psalm 31, a prayer for the sad, stressed, and slandered. Pastor Nate walks through the psalmist David’s journey from being overwhelmed by physical, emotional, and spiritual pain to finding profound security in God’s character. Discover how convictions about God's steadfast love and protective power can lead to an active, life-altering trust. This teaching offers a powerful reminder that even in our darkest moments, we can commit our spirit into God's hands, find our true identity in Him, and be filled with strength and courage.

Speaker: Ted LeavenworthText: John 13Overview: This Sunday we have a special message from guest speaker Ted Leavenworth.

In this episode, we share stories and reflections from our recent missions trip to Thailand. You’ll hear firsthand how God is moving in powerful ways through the local church and ministry partners on the ground. From moments of deep connection to unexpected opportunities to serve, this conversation is a glimpse into what God is doing in Thailand—and how our church has been part of it. Whether you supported this trip through prayer, giving, or are simply curious about missions, we hope you’re encouraged and inspired by these updates.

Title: Joy Comes in the MorningSpeaker: Matt KehlerText: Psalm 30Overview: Continuing our study through the Psalms this Summer, our Family Pastor Matt Kehler teaches on Psalm 30.

Title: What Happens When God SpeaksSpeaker: Manny CollazoText: Psalm 29Overview: Continuing our study through the Psalms this Summer, our Executive Pastor Manny Collazo teaches on Psalm 29.

Title: A Shift from God's Silence to God's StrengthSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeText: Psalm 28Overview: Pastor Nate continues our study in the Summer in the Psalm in chapter 28.Link to Sermon Notes

Title: Wait on the LordSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeText: Psalm 27Overview: In a world that gives us what we want on demand, the call to "wait" can feel frustrating and counterintuitive. In this teaching from Calvary Monterey, Pastor Nate Holdridge looks at Psalm 27 to uncover the profound strength and unshakable confidence that comes only from waiting on the Lord. Nate explains that this waiting is not a passive state of resignation but an active, hope-filled process of seeking God's presence. Learn how anchoring your heart in God as your light, salvation, and stronghold can give you a courageous faith that withstands any of life's storms.

Title: God's Wisdom for a Complex World: Decision MakingSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeOverview: In a world with endless options and immense pressure to make the perfect choice, how can we faithfully navigate life’s big decisions? In this teaching from the book of Proverbs, Pastor Nate Holdridge presents a liberating, five-part framework for godly decision-making. Pastor Nate explains that God is less interested in giving us mystical signs and more interested in shaping us into people of character who can choose wisely. This message will equip you to move from the paralysis of fearing you’ll miss God’s will to the freedom of walking with Him in wisdom, trust, and purpose.Link to Sermon Notes

Title: God's Wisdom for a Complex World: HomeSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeOverview: In this Sunday Sermon, Pastor Nate Holdridge teaches from Proverbs to cast a vision for the home as the first arena of discipleship. Drawing from wisdom literature and the teachings of Jesus, Pastor Nate calls parents to intentional training, loving discipline, and the cultivation of a godly atmosphere. But this message extends beyond nuclear families—it speaks to every believer in Jesus’ new family, the church. This is a timely and Scripture-saturated teaching that helps all of us build households—and church communities—formed by the fear of the Lord and the wisdom of Christ.Link to Sermon Notes

In this insightful discussion, Manny Collazo, the Executive Pastor at Calvary Monterey, shares his expertise on the intricacies of communication through the lens of Proverbs. He emphasizes the need for wisdom and truth in our interactions, tackling modern misinformation head-on. Manny explains the critical role of honesty in building trust and highlights how timing and tone can dramatically affect our messages. He also explores the profound power of forgiveness in communication, advocating for conversations that reflect core values inspired by faith.