Calvary Monterey Podcast

Title: God's Wisdom for a Complex World: A Life Built on the Fear of the LordSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeText: Proverbs 9Overview: In this Sunday sermon, Pastor Nate Holdridge walks us through Proverbs 9, the final movement in the preamble of Proverbs. He shows us how the fear of the Lord is the foundation of true wisdom and contrasts the invitations of Woman Wisdom and Woman Folly. With compelling illustrations and biblical insights, Pastor Nate invites us to build lives rooted in reverence for God—lives that are receptive to instruction, alive to God’s path, guarded at the heart, and continually drawn to his wisdom. This message offers a powerful call to live more fully in the reality of God’s good design.Link to Sermon NotesLink to Discussion Questions

Title: God's Wisdom for a Complex World: A Tale of Two VoicesSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeText: Proverbs 8Overview: In this week’s Sunday teaching, Pastor Nate Holdridge brings us a narrative sermon from Proverbs 8, where Wisdom herself recounts the long history of her voice—her partnership with God at creation, her battle against the serpent’s lies, and her ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Speaking from the heights, at the crossroads, and within the gates of our lives, Wisdom invites us to heed her voice over the enemy’s deception. This message reveals the tension between two eternal voices and invites listeners to embrace the victorious wisdom of the cross, now alive in the church and destined to reign forever.Link to Sermon NotesLink to Discussion Questions

Title: God's Wisdom for a Complex World: For (Sexual) TemptationSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeText: Proverbs 6:20-7:27Overview: In this week’s teaching from Proverbs 6:20–7:27, Pastor Nate Holdridge walks us through one of Scripture’s most detailed passages about sexual temptation and the call to wisdom. He highlights how God forms our hearts through his Word, how temptation operates through deception and desire, and how the gospel doesn’t just forgive us but transforms us. This is a message about more than avoiding sin—it’s about embracing the life Jesus came to give.Link to Sermon NotesLink to Discussion Questions

Matt Kehler, Family Pastor at Calvary Monterey, shares insights on battling sloth and acedia, emphasizing its spiritual danger. He traces its historical roots and contrasts it with other sins, using personal anecdotes and Biblical references. Matt highlights the importance of deliberate spiritual practices and God's unconditional love in overcoming spiritual apathy. Through engaging storytelling, he connects Christ's sacrifice to modern struggles, encouraging listeners to maintain faith and a clear vision in their spiritual journey.

Second Women’s Gathering of 2025 on the theme of building “A Faith that Lasts” from Hebrews 12:1-2. The truth is that walking closely with God no matter the season or struggle is not always easy. Sometimes heartbreak and the difficult stuff of life can really shake our faith. BUT- it is possible to stay deeply connected with Jesus, firm in our faith, for our whole lives.

Title: God's Wisdom For A Complex World: Garden LivingSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeText: Proverbs 6:1-19Overview: In this Sunday teaching, Pastor Nate Holdridge unpacks Proverbs 6:1-19, examining how God’s wisdom sharpens our ability to navigate life’s complexities. He highlights three key areas—wise financial stewardship, diligent work, and peacemaking—showing how each reflects God’s design for maturity. Through this passage, we see the contrast between wisdom and folly, learning how to avoid financial recklessness, overcome apathy, and reject divisiveness. Ultimately, Pastor Nate points us to Christ, the perfect steward, faithful worker, and true peacemaker, who redeems our failures and leads us into a life of wisdom.Link to Sermon NotesLink to Discussion Questions

Title: God's Wisdom for a Complex World: On SexSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeText: Proverbs 5Overview: Pastor Nate Holdridge continues the God’s Wisdom for a Complex World series with a message from Proverbs 5 on God’s vision for sex. In a world that distorts and redefines sexuality, this passage offers a clear and compelling alternative—one that leads to life, not destruction. Addressing three key questions, Pastor Nate explores whether sex is death-producing or life-giving, meaningless or consequential, scattered or channeled. With insights from Solomon’s wisdom, Joseph’s integrity, and Jesus’ encounter with the woman at the well, this teaching brings both clarity and hope.Link to Sermon NotesLink to Discussion Questions

Title: God's Wisdom for a Complex World: What's Forming You? Speaker: Nate HoldridgeText: Proverbs 4Overview: Pastor Nate Holdridge teaches from Proverbs 4, exploring the powerful question: What is forming you? Every day, wisdom, habits, and influences shape who we become. Looking at Solomon’s call to pursue godly wisdom and Daniel’s example of faithfulness in Babylon, this teaching challenges us to examine the paths we are walking and the voices we are following. How can we guard our hearts, seek wisdom, and choose the right influences? Listen in as we consider the lifelong impact of the choices we make today.Link to Sermon NotesLink to Discussion Questions

Title: God's Wisdom for a Complex World: The Life it Produces Speaker: Nate HoldridgeText: Proverbs 3:13-35Overview: This week, Pastor Nate Holdridge teaches from Proverbs 3:13-35, exploring how God’s wisdom establishes order, provides security, and creates life-giving communities. True wisdom is more than knowledge—it is the foundation for a flourishing life. Looking at creation, the rhythms of life, and the example of Joseph, we see how wisdom sustains and blesses not only ourselves but those around us. How can we align our lives with God’s wisdom and experience its blessing? Join us as we consider what wisdom produces in our daily lives.Link to Sermon NotesLink to Discussion Questions

Title: God's Wisdom in a Complex World: It's Worth TrustingSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeText: Proverbs 3:1-12Overview: In this message, Pastor Nate Holdridge teaches from Proverbs 3:1-12, emphasizing the importance of trusting God’s wisdom over our own instincts. He explores the destination, description, and drive of trust, showing how God’s wisdom leads to lasting blessings, even when it feels counterintuitive. Through practical examples and biblical insight, Pastor Nate challenges us to internalize God’s steadfast love and faithfulness so that we can confidently walk in His ways. Whether navigating decisions, finances, or difficulties, this passage calls us to wholehearted trust in the God who is always faithful.Link to Sermon Notes