About me
I’m a bit of a mystic–I like to make connections between the intersections of faith and real life – they’re more apparent than you might think! I love to point out where these two places meet, because it’s in those places of intersection where we find our hearts come most alive.
Feeling like God is distant?
You’re not alone. God is closer than you think…
Clearing the Path is a practical guide to experiencing God’s presence in your everyday life and is available in paperback, hardcover, in Kindle, and Audible formats. Scroll down to listen to a preview below!
Clearing the Path: Connecting with God in a Cluttered World
This book will help you:
Experience God’s presence in your everyday life
Identify what’s blocking your connection
Build habits that bring peace and clarity
Move from distance to intimacy
I noticed that I had unlocked something here, and I wanted to share the path with others so that they, too, could experience more of God. Because that place where we’re experiencing more and more of God is the very place our souls come most alive.
I wrote Clearing the Path to help guide people along that journey. A journey that I hope and pray is the most valuable journey they ever take…
What people are saying:
“Westwick’s writing style is “comfortable” with both personal anecdotes and other examples which make reading the book seem almost like talking to an old friend. He makes deep spiritual truths of the Christian journey tangible by comparing them to hills, valleys, and rutted roads. Clearing the Path is insightful, enjoyable, and ever so relevant for today.”
“Clearing the Path is an excellent book that helps you find and walk the narrow path of abundant life with God. Written like a conversation with a friend in a coffee shop, Westwick’s use of relatable stories, illustrations and humor helps you understand life’s obstacles, build healthy habits and grow in a real relationship with God. I was especially moved by chapter 7, and be sure to read the Afterward. It’s rare to find an author like Nate who genuinely cares for his readers and shares his own vulnerability.
Buy it and read it for yourself to connect with God more intimately.”
“Dallas Willard has said the main thing God gets out of your life is the person you become. The goal is not your achievements, but your character formation. And to form the highest character is to become like Jesus.
Nathan gives such a clear roadmap for the process of allowing God to work in your heart to become more of the person He created you to be. Identifying the things that can so easily get in our way, and persevering towards the freedom God invites us to live in with him.
Grab a journal with this one, it will provoke much reflection! A solid, biblically true process of growing in connection to God, the most important work you can do.”
Listen to an audiobook sample of the Intro and Chapter 1 below
Wild Goose Coffee Roasters
Established in 2008.
Wild Goose Coffee Roasters represents an intersection of my personal outreach into the community, my personal faith, and my entrepreneurial passions.
Our Mission
Our vision is to create better communities through better coffee. Established in 2008. We use our craft to give back. With every 1lb of coffee, we donate 10lbs of food to local banks.
Our Product
Ethically-sourced and fresh-roasted daily, we go to great lengths to make sure that our customers get the highest-quality coffee possible. Specializing in single-origin coffees (with a few blends available).
Our Cafe
Visit our cafe in Redlands, CA.
2351 W. Lugonia Ave. Ste. J Redlands, CA 92374
Hours: Mon - Fri, 7am - 4pm | Sat - 9am - 1pm
Creative Ministry Projects
One of my passions is to serve the local church through creativity. I am a writer and content creator who focuses on developing spiritual formation material and resources for ministries. Here’s some of the projects I’ve focused on:
Devotional material
Small group resources and guides
Teaching curriculum
Check out this podcast episode I recorded with my Pastor, Matthew Stephen Brown from Sandals Church. We talk about my book, Clearing the Path, church hurt, demystifying the spiritual life - and more!
Life Takes Faith Blog
The intersection of life and faith can sometimes be murky and hard to see, and so we often end up compartmentalizing these areas, forced into an uncomfortable juggling act. But there is a better way. A more integrated way.. These blog posts aim to provide some clarity of those intersection points—and because God is everywhere, these points of intersection are everywhere. Organized by category (faith, family, business), I invite you to check them out!
Let’s Connect!
I’d love to be part of your next project and help you dream! For public speaking inquiries and creative consulting, share your contact information and a brief message on what you’re looking for.
I look forward to journeying with you!
