Calvary Monterey Podcast

Title: Upside Down Interior LifeSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeOverview: In this teaching from the Sermon on the Mount, Pastor Nate Holdridge explores Matthew 5:21-32, where Jesus begins to reveal the radical, internal transformation He desires for His people. By addressing the root issues of anger, lust, and marital unfaithfulness, Nate shows how Jesus moves beyond external religious checklists to claim authority over our interior lives. We see that the Kingdom of Heaven isn't just about avoiding murder or adultery; it’s about a radical devotion to reconciliation, a commitment to sexual purity, and a high esteem for the marriage covenant. Join us as we learn how Jesus’ "upside down" ethics provide a protective shield for the vulnerable and lead us toward a life of true flourishing grounded in the Gospel.Link to Sermon Notes

Title: The Upside Down BibleSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeOverview: In this sermon from Matthew 5:17–20, Pastor Nate Holdridge examines one of Jesus' most striking claims: that He came not to abolish the Law and the Prophets, but to fulfill them. Walking through each verse, we’ll consider how Jesus is the destination of the entire biblical story—the One every sacrifice, prophecy, and promise was pointing toward. We’ll think about why the Old Testament still carries divine weight for believers today, how Jesus defines true greatness as living and teaching by Scripture, and why the impossible standard of righteousness that exceeds the Pharisees is actually an invitation to receive what only Christ can produce in us. This message is part of the ongoing series through Matthew called "The Promised King and His Good Kingdom," currently in part two: "The Upside Down Kingdom Arrives."Link to Sermon Notes

Title: How God Forms UsSpeaker: Pastor Nate HoldridgeOverview: Men, we all know the challenges we’re up against—pressure from the world, temptations that tug at our hearts, and trials that test our faith. But we weren’t meant to walk this road alone. God, in His grace, not only walks with us but surrounds us with brothers who are on the same journey. Together, we’re being shaped—FORMED—into the likeness of Christ. This year, at our men’s conference, we’re diving into what that formation really looks like. Through worship, teaching, and times of fellowship, we’ll be encouraged and challenged to become the men God has called us to be—for our families, our churches, and our communities. Make plans to join us. You’re not alone, and your story isn’t finished. Final session of our Men's Conference with Pastor Nate teaching on how God forms us.

Title: Men Who DiscipleSpeaker: Pastor Si Leuenberger Overview: Men, we all know the challenges we’re up against—pressure from the world, temptations that tug at our hearts, and trials that test our faith. But we weren’t meant to walk this road alone. God, in His grace, not only walks with us but surrounds us with brothers who are on the same journey. Together, we’re being shaped—FORMED—into the likeness of Christ. This year, at our men’s conference, we’re diving into what that formation really looks like. Through worship, teaching, and times of fellowship, we’ll be encouraged and challenged to become the men God has called us to be—for our families, our churches, and our communities. Make plans to join us. You’re not alone, and your story isn’t finished. Session 5 at our Men's Conference with Pastor Si Leuenberger on being Men who disciple.

Title: Men God ChangesSpeaker: Pastor Manny CollazoOverview: Men, we all know the challenges we’re up against—pressure from the world, temptations that tug at our hearts, and trials that test our faith. But we weren’t meant to walk this road alone. God, in His grace, not only walks with us but surrounds us with brothers who are on the same journey. Together, we’re being shaped—FORMED—into the likeness of Christ. This year, at our men’s conference, we’re diving into what that formation really looks like. Through worship, teaching, and times of fellowship, we’ll be encouraged and challenged to become the men God has called us to be—for our families, our churches, and our communities. Make plans to join us. You’re not alone, and your story isn’t finished. Session 4 at our Men's Conference with Pastor Manny on how God changes men.

Title: Being Men of Integrity in a Compromising WorldSpeaker: Pastor Shawn StroudOverview: Men, we all know the challenges we’re up against—pressure from the world, temptations that tug at our hearts, and trials that test our faith. But we weren’t meant to walk this road alone. God, in His grace, not only walks with us but surrounds us with brothers who are on the same journey. Together, we’re being shaped—FORMED—into the likeness of Christ. This year, at our men’s conference, we’re diving into what that formation really looks like. Through worship, teaching, and times of fellowship, we’ll be encouraged and challenged to become the men God has called us to be—for our families, our churches, and our communities. Make plans to join us. You’re not alone, and your story isn’t finished. Session 3 of our Men's Conference with Pastor Shawn Stroud from Shoreline Church on being a man of Integrity.

Title: A Towel or a Title?Speaker: Pastor Todd AndersonOverview: Men, we all know the challenges we’re up against—pressure from the world, temptations that tug at our hearts, and trials that test our faith. But we weren’t meant to walk this road alone. God, in His grace, not only walks with us but surrounds us with brothers who are on the same journey. Together, we’re being shaped—FORMED—into the likeness of Christ. This year, at our men’s conference, we’re diving into what that formation really looks like. Through worship, teaching, and times of fellowship, we’ll be encouraged and challenged to become the men God has called us to be—for our families, our churches, and our communities. Make plans to join us. You’re not alone, and your story isn’t finished. Session 2 of our 2026 Men's Conference with Pastor Todd Anderson from Compass Church speaking on how men can be the servants God has called us to be.

Title: Men of the WordSpeaker: Pastor Ben SobelsOverview: Men, we all know the challenges we’re up against—pressure from the world, temptations that tug at our hearts, and trials that test our faith. But we weren’t meant to walk this road alone. God, in His grace, not only walks with us but surrounds us with brothers who are on the same journey. Together, we’re being shaped—FORMED—into the likeness of Christ. This year, at our men’s conference, we’re diving into what that formation really looks like. Through worship, teaching, and times of fellowship, we’ll be encouraged and challenged to become the men God has called us to be—for our families, our churches, and our communities. Make plans to join us. You’re not alone, and your story isn’t finished. Session 1 of our 2026 Men's Conference with Pastor Ben Sobels from Cypress Church kicking off the day with a message on being Men of the Word.

Title: Posture of FaithSpeaker: Rob SalvatoScripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Title: Guard The GoodsSpeaker: Riley ManzoScripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20