In this week's teaching from Calvary Monterey, I'll examine the dramatic arrival of John the Baptist in Matthew 3. While John's message to "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand" can sound harsh, this sermon uncovers the profound and surprising joy found in preparing our lives for King Jesus. I'll explain how John's call leads us into the liberating joy of true repentance, the refreshing joy of authenticity before God, and the deep joy of expiation—the complete cleansing from sin that only Jesus can provide. This is a foundational teaching on what it means to clear the way for the King to work in our lives.
Read moreChapter 4. The King in Humble Glory (Matthew 2:13-23)
In this week's teaching from Calvary Monterey, Pastor Nate Holdridge examines Matthew 2:13-23, a passage filled with divine guidance, dangerous threats, and deep sorrow. Follow the young Messiah's family as they flee to Egypt, witness the fulfillment of prophecy in the midst of Herod's horrific cruelty, and discover the significance of their return to the obscure town of Nazareth. This sermon illustrates how Jesus is our true exodus from sin, our real return from spiritual exile, and the ultimate embodiment of a humble, servant King.
Read moreChapter 3. Responding to the Legitimate King (Matthew 2:1-12)
Series: The Promised King and His Good Kingdom
Part 1: The Incarnate King
Chapter 3. Responding to the Legitimate King (Matthew 2:1-12)
Preached: October 9-12, 2025
Read moreThe Promised King and His Good Kingdom—Chapter 2. His Identity and Purpose (Matthew 1:18-25)
Chapter 2. His Identity and Purpose (Matthew 1:18-25)
Read moreWeek 2: What does the Holy Spirit do?
Sunday Teaching: Week 2—What does the Holy Spirit do?
Read moreThe View From The Tomb (John 20:1-10)
Easter Sunday Sermon: The View From The Tomb (John 20:1-10)
Read moreMark 11:1-26—God Renews His People By Coming For Us
Palm Sunday Sermon: Mark 11:1-26—God Renews His People By Coming For Us
Read moreIncreasing Trouble -- Mark 13:1-13 -- Follow #41
Sunday Teaching — Increasing Trouble -- Mark 13:1-13 -- Follow #41
Read moreLiving In Between the Promise and Fulfillment, Part 3 (Genesis 15)
Living In Between the Promise and Fulfillment, Part 3
When you are living in between the promise and the fulfillment, when the world seems dark and ominous, it is important to look to the cross of Christ. There, we are reminded of God's great love for us, and his promise to make all things new. (5 Minutes/1400)
Read moreThe Gift Of Prophecy (1 Corinthians 14:1)
The Gift Of Prophecy
(1 Corinthians 14:1)
Who doesn’t love a good chase scene? It seems each generation of movie directors ups the previous one with grander and longer and edgier chase scenes than ever before. A good chase scene is ragged and undeterred. There is no quit. Even when you think the hunt is over, it reinvents itself. The pursuit is on. (5 Minutes/1000 Words)
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