Pastor Riley sits down with special guest Nate Holdridge to dive deep into the profound truths found in Nate's latest book, "1 Peter: The Grace of Exile." Together, they explore the timeless wisdom and encouragement contained within the pages of 1 Peter, discussing topics such as faith, perseverance, hope, and the grace-filled journey of living as …

Title: The Mature Tame Their Speech Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: James 3:1-12 Overview: In this sermon from Pastor Nate Holdridge, we explore the profound impact of our words and the necessity of taming our speech through the book of James. James presents a sobering picture of the tongue's potential for destruction, likening it to a raging fire se…

Rob Salvato is joined by Daniel Fusco (Crossroads Community Church) and Zach Vestnys (Calvary Petaluma) to talk through building a flourishing culture of partnership and collaboration amongst our church and ministry and teams. --- Crossroads Community Church - crossroadschurch.net Calvary Petaluma - calvarypetaluma.org…

Title: Faith Produces Maturity Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: James 2:14-26 Overview: In this sermon, Pastor Nate explores the relationship between faith and works as taught in James 2:14-26. Through a careful examination of the text and a comparison with Paul's teachings, we consider how genuine faith inevitably leads to a transformed life marked b…

Title: The Mature Love Without Partiality Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: James 2:1-13 Overview: In this sermon, we explore the theme of loving others without partiality through the lens of James 2:1-13. Pastor Nate challenges us to examine our own hearts and actions, calling us to reflect the love and mercy of Christ to all people, regardless of the…

Title: The Mature Receive Wisdom Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: James 1:19-27 Overview: In this sermon, Pastor Nate explores the transformative wisdom found in the book of James. Through an examination of James 1:19-27, we learn how to receive God's wisdom by hearing, practicing, and expecting it to produce fruit in our lives. We will be challenged …

Rob Salvato and Ted Leavenworth continue their conversation with Sean Morgan (Leaders in Living Rooms) and Tyler Scott (Community Presbyterian Church), talking through maintaining integrity and avoiding compromising pitfalls as a leader in ministry. We hope that this conversation will provide wisdom, insight, and encouragement as you serve faithful…

Title: A Cheerful Life Scripture: 1 Thessalonains 5:16-18 Speaker: Geoff BuckBy Pastor Geoff Buck

Title: The Mature Endure Temptation Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: James 1:12-18 Overview: In this sermon on James 1:12-18, Pastor Nate Holdridge explores the concept of enduring temptation as a mark of spiritual maturity. He discusses how a strong love for God, honest ownership of our struggles, and unwavering trust in God's goodness can help us pe…

Rob Salvato and Ted Leavenworth are joined by Sean Morgan (Leaders in Living Rooms) and Tyler Scott (Community Presbyterian Church) to talk through maintaining integrity and avoiding compromising pitfalls as a leader in ministry. We hope that this conversation will provide wisdom, insight, and encouragement as you serve faithfully. --- Leaders in L…

Title: An Overview of the Mature Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: James 1:1-11 Overview: In this Calvary Monterey sermon, Pastor Nate unpacks the opening verses of the book of James (1:1-11), revealing a powerful vision for Christian maturity. Through exploring James's call to find joy in trials, seek wisdom from God, and base our identity on eternal …

Title: I AM the Way Speaker: Denise CollazoBy Denise Collazo

Title: Don't Worry: God's God You Covered! Speaker: Manny Collazo Text: Matthew 6:25-34 Link to Discussion QuestionsBy Pastor Manny Collazo

Title: I Will Be Who I Am Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Micah 7 Micah Theme: Throughout his prophecies, we will encounter a figure who is both king and shepherd, who will lead God's remnant flock. Overview: In this week's sermon, we explore Micah 7, where the prophet stands between a society rife with corruption and a future painted with hope. Mica…

Title: Be Who You Are Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Micah 6 Micah Theme: Throughout his prophecies, we will encounter a figure who is both king and shepherd, who will lead God's remnant flock. Overview: In this week's sermon from Calvary Monterey, we explore the profound message of Micah 6, inviting us to remember and embody our true identity as Go…

Title: I Will Be Your Shepherd-King Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Micah 4:6-5:15 Micah Theme: Throughout his prophecies, we will encounter a figure who is both king and shepherd, who will lead God's remnant flock. Overview: In this sermon from Calvary Monterey, we journey through the words of the prophet Micah, focusing on the chapters 4:6 to 5:15,…

Rob Salvato and Ted Leavenworth are joined by Brady Boyd (New Life Church) to talk through enduring pain and heartache in ministry. In pastoral leadership, pain is inevitable, so we hope that this conversation will provide wisdom, insight, and encouragement as you serve faithfully. --- New Life Church -- north.newlifechurch.org…

Title: The View from the Tomb Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: John 20:1-8 Description: In this special Easter edition of the Calvary Monterey Podcast, we delve into "The View From The Tomb," a sermon based on John 20:1-10. This episode explores the profound impact of the resurrection of Jesus on the early disciples and on us today. We explore how the…

Title: Get on the Jesus Bus Speaker: Riley Manzo Text: Matthew 21:1-11By Pastor Riley Manzo

Title: I Will Establish My Glorious Kingdom Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Micah 3:1-4:5 Micah Theme: Throughout his prophecies, we will encounter a figure who is both king and shepherd, who will lead God's remnant flock. Overview: In this installment of the Calvary Monterey podcast, we explore Micah's profound messages about the stark differences b…

Title: I AM the Light of the World Speaker: Christina HoldridgeBy Christina Holdridge

Title: I Am Ready To Lead Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Micah 2 Micah Theme: Throughout his prophecies, we will encounter a figure who is both king and shepherd, who will lead God's remnant flock. Overview: Today, we dive into "The Call of the Shepherd-King 02—I am Ready to Lead," a sermon that explores the profound roles of Jesus as both Savior an…

Rob Salvato and Ted Leavenworth are joined by Jason Duff (The Garden Fellowship) and Jim Gallagher (Calvary Chapel Vero Beach) to talk through the various forms that church momentum can look like and how to foster it and help your ministry flourish. --- The Garden Fellowship - ⁠⁠⁠thegardenfellowship.com Calvary Chapel Vero Beach - ⁠⁠ccvb.net…

Title: I Am Ready To Act Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Micah 1 Micah Theme: Throughout his prophecies, we will encounter a figure who is both king and shepherd, who will lead God's remnant flock. Overview: Our study of Micah is titled "The Call of the Shepherd-King." Today, we look at Micah 1, the oracle's historical context, its call for repentanc…

Title: God’s Presence Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Exodus 35-40 Exodus Theme: The holy God wants us to know him and experience his presence, but we must first exit unholy bondage and enter holy servitude. Overview: In this Calvary Monterey sermon, our final study of Exodus, we delve into "Knowing God 17—God's Presence—Exodus 35-40." This sermon ta…

Title: Proximity Speaker: Justin Thomas Text: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-12By Pastor Justin Thomas

Title: God’s Nature Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Exodus 32-34 Exodus Theme: The holy God wants us to know him and experience his presence, but we must first exit unholy bondage and enter holy servitude. Overview: In this Calvary Monterey sermon, we dive into "Knowing God 16—God's Nature" based on Exodus 32-34. This sermon explores the tension betw…

Rob Salvato and Ted Leavenworth are joined by Tim Chaddick (Reality Ventura) and Andy Deane (Cornerstone Community Church) to discuss the valuable benefits of building and fostering a culture of collaboration within our churches and leadership teams. --- Cornerstone Community Church - ⁠⁠go2cornerstone.com Reality Ventura - ⁠realityventura.com…

Title: Cave Praise Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Psalm 57By Pastor Nate Holdridge

Title: Session 3 Speaker: Josh WhiteBy Pastor Josh White

Title: Forgiveness Speaker: Josh WhiteBy Pastor Josh White

Title: When Thieves Become Sheep Speaker: Josh WhiteBy Pastor Josh White

Title: God’s Heart Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Exodus 25-31 Exodus Theme: The holy God wants us to know him and experience his presence, but we must first exit unholy bondage and enter holy servitude. Overview: In this episode of the Calvary Monterey Podcast, we delve into "God's House" from Exodus 25-31, 35-40, exploring the intricate details of…

Title: God’s Community Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Exodus 21-24 Exodus Theme: The holy God wants us to know him and experience his presence, but we must first exit unholy bondage and enter holy servitude. Overview: In this Calvary Monterey teaching, we dive into Exodus 21-24 to explore the Book of the Covenant that shaped the ancient Israelite co…

Title: I AM the Bread of Life Speaker: Christina HoldridgeBy Christina Holdridge

Title: God’s Commands Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Exodus 20 Exodus Theme: The holy God wants us to know him and experience his presence, but we must first exit unholy bondage and enter holy servitude. Overview: In our latest teaching, we delve into the profound insights of "Knowing God—God's Commands—Exodus 20." This sermon explores the Ten Comma…

Rob Salvato and Ted Leavenworth are joined by Joe Tata (Calvary Chapel Pomona Valley) and Kyle Curry (The Table Fellowship) to discuss the many benefits of participating in pastoral leadership cohorts. --- Calvary Chapel Pomona Valley - ⁠ccpomonavalley.com The Table Fellowship - thetablefellowship.church…

Title: God’s Invitation Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Exodus 19 Exodus Theme: The holy God wants us to know him and experience his presence, but we must first exit unholy bondage and enter holy servitude. Overview: In this sermon on Exodus 19, we explore how God extended an invitation to Israel to obey Him fully and become His treasured possession …

Title: Essentials of Our Faith Speaker: Joshua Shively Text: Hebrews 12:1-2By Pastor Joshua Shively

Title: Exodus Christmas Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: John 8:34-36 Exodus Theme: The holy God wants us to know him and experience his presence, but we must first exit unholy bondage and enter holy servitude. Overview: This Christmas sermon explores the many ways the original Exodus story parallels and foreshadows the Christmas narrative about Chris…

Title: God Prepares Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Exodus 17:8-18:27 Exodus Theme: The holy God wants us to know him and experience his presence, but we must first exit unholy bondage and enter holy servitude. Overview: What does this mean? It means that the counsel Jethro gave Moses pointed forward to a greater day when God would not only distribut…

Title: Faith: The Spiritual Torque You Need Speaker: Manny Collazo Text: Hebrews 11:23-28 Link to Discussion QuestionsBy Pastor Manny Collazo

Title: God Saves Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Exodus 15:22 - 17:7 Exodus Theme: The holy God wants us to know him and experience his presence, but we must first exit unholy bondage and enter holy servitude. Overview: We face the same series of tests they endured in this passage. We often fail them, but the Spirit of Christ in us can help us overco…

Title: God’s Song Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Exodus 15:1-21 Exodus Theme: The holy God wants us to know him and experience his presence, but we must first exit unholy bondage and enter holy servitude. Overview: They knew God had plans for them. In their minds, they were now his people, just as he'd promised. Their identity was wrapped up in him.…

Title: God’s Saves Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Exodus 13:17 - 14:31 Exodus Theme: The holy God wants us to know him and experience his presence, but we must first exit unholy bondage and enter holy servitude. Overview: We also need reminders of God's covenantal love. The more secure we are in it, the better we will be led into the future with him…

Title: God’s Passover Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Exodus 11:1 - 13:16 Exodus Theme: The holy God wants us to know him and experience his presence, but we must first exit unholy bondage and enter holy servitude. Overview: As believers, we must live from the true story of our identity—we are a delivered people! It came by the merciful blood of Jesu…

Title: God’s Power Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Exodus 7-10 Exodus Theme: The holy God wants us to know him and experience his presence, but we must first exit unholy bondage and enter holy servitude. Overview: Believers need this type of remembrance as well. We did not save ourselves. We did not earn the victory. We were not such good people that…

Title: God’s Plan Speaker: Nate Holdridge Text: Exodus 6 Exodus Theme: The holy God wants us to know him and experience his presence, but we must first exit unholy bondage and enter holy servitude. Overview: Everything we've thought about today—that God gives us redemption, identity, and purpose—helps explain the transformation the Hebrews went thr…

Title: Stay Faithful Speaker: Phil Comer Text: Psalm 101:1-6 Link to Discussion QuestionsBy Pastor Phil Comer

Title: Forgiveness Speaker: Diane Comer Link to Diane’s Book Link to Intentional Parenting PodcastBy Diane Comer