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The Near Neighbor
(Proverbs 27:10)
In our modern age, people rarely live close to their biological family. Increasingly, we grow up and ship out, returning to our hometowns only here and there, if at all. Often, our parents divorce and move away. Soon, there's no reason to go home at all. (1 Minute/200 Words)
Read moreHow to Teach Your Kids God's Word
(Deuteronomy 6:7)
The Holdridge Family Minivan is one of my favorite places on earth. As the odometer whirls, so do the conversations. Together, we traverse. Short trips. Long trips. Happy ones. Grumpy ones. And as we go, so do our words. Time to check-in. Time to laugh. Sometimes, time to teach. (4 Minutes/1000 Words)
Read moreThe Silly Bird
(Proverbs 27:8)
Silly bird. Don't stray from your nest. Departing from your place of safety -- your responsibilities -- it only leads to pain. You looked to the horizon and thought flight was the answer. But you've got all you need right there. At home. In your nest. (4 Minutes/1000 Words)
Read moreJesus Made a Loving Family
(Hebrews 13:1-6)
I have many friends in Christ who, growing up, had terrible families. It has always fascinated me how they gravitate to their new family in Christ with such appreciation. For them, it's like they're relearning everything they previously knew about human relationships. The loving family of the church is not stale or old news to them, but a fresh social experiment filled with adventure, risk, and love. (14 Minutes/3600 Words)
Read morePersonal & Pastoral Updates, Prayer Requests
Here we are. 2020 is here. And with the new decade and year come fresh opportunities. I believe God is doing great things, and I feel so fortunate to be part of His kingdom here on earth. It has been a privilege to watch Him work over the last 20+ years of ministry. (4 Minutes/1000 Words)
Read moreWith the coming of the new year, I've decided to do something a little different here at nateholdridge.com. I'm going to share a monthly update on the first Wednesday of the month. I have discovered many of you would love to know what's happening in my life and ministry, and since so many of you pray, this will serve as a great way for me to distribute some prayer requests. If this isn't your jam, that's fine; I don't mean to be a bother. It's just that I don't put much of "myself" into my regular writing and articles, so I hope a monthly update helps you get a better glimpse into what's going on with Nate Holdridge. (4 Minutes/ 1100 Words)
Read moreFaith Obeys God
Hebrews 11:17-19
We praise Abraham for his faith in God. We don't call him the father of faith for nothing. And, as the author to the Hebrews tried to urge his readers towards a life of faith, Abraham stood out as a perfect example. (7 Minutes, 1800 Words)
Read moreGet Away From It All — The Value Of Time Away
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A few years ago Christina and I enjoyed the luxury of a few days away, without our three beautiful daughters, in Seattle, Washington. We liked the idea of visiting Seattle, so we made the preparations and enjoyed a great time together. It really was a refreshing time physically, emotionally, spiritually, and maritally. (2 Minutes/400 Words)
Read moreIn moving through these songs of ascents, one can imagine the pilgrim. He has sung various songs, traveled along the path, and has approached Jerusalem. He is starting now to think about going home again. He might be thinking, "This is wonderful. I am hearing the Bible. I am singing to God. We are offering sacrifices to our Lord. I am in prayer to Him. I feel close to God right now." (18 Minutes/4500 Words)
Read more5 Reasons for Believers to Have Kids
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The Psalmist spoke of children as a reward, a blessing. But do modern married couples believe this to be so? Should we have children? Are they still a blessing? I think so. (9 Minutes/2300 Words)
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