There are seven core values of The Summit Church that serve as a guiding factor in accomplishing our mission here in Corpus Christi and throughout the world. In this message we look at the core values of biblical authority, intimacy with God and relational outreach.
The Secret of Contentment
Paul said he had learned the secret to contentment. What is this secret and can it be learned in our day of consumerism and materialism? And what does that have to do with Mephibosheth?
Feelin’ at Home
Why is it some folks have a hard time finding a church where they feel at home? If you are having a hard time finding a good church this could be just the message you need to help you start “feelin’ at home”.
How to Cast Your Care
The Bible makes it clear that God wants us to cast our care upon Him but how can you take that from a theological concept to a practical reality? When it is 2am and the fear, anxiety or worry is invading your heart and mind, what can you do to put that problem where it belongs – in the hands of the Lord?
The greatest impact of the gospel in the lives of people took place when the bible was translated into the language the masses. Today, we also have the challenge of translating the gospel in the “language” of today’s generation.
Philippians 4:4-9 – Check Your Body
Philippians gives insight into dealing with fear, anxiety and worry but not every problem is a spiritual problem. Sometimes a simple physical solution is what’s needed. Pastor Rick leads a discussion with a Nurse Practitioner about fear, anxiety and worry.
The Message of the Church – The church has never been perfect and God never even intended it to be a collection of flawless people. Yet, to this band filled with “not many wise or influential” God committed the most important message mankind has ever heard. The church is His method and “He has no other plan”.
Conquering Fear, Anxiety and Worry
Fear, anxiety and worry are constant companions for many people and all of us have them come knocking at our door for a visit from time to time. How can we keep them from taking up residence in our hearts and heads? Discover 6 principles clearly laid out in Scripture to stop the worry and start the joy.
The role the church plays on our lives covers three important areas. See God’s strategy in strengthening and empowering our lives.
Philippians 4:4-5 – Even in great churches and among godly leaders there can be disagreements and contention. In this passage we see how to resolve conflicts “in the Lord”.
When bad things happen, is God the reason behind the event? Is everything that comes into our life His will for us? If not, then is He truly in control of the universe? Does everything happen for a reason or could it just be we live in a fallen world, filled with fallen people?
Philippians 4:1-3
This passage offers four ways that believers can “stand firm in their faith”. Plus, is contention among believers a new phenomenon or only restricted to troubled churches or troubled people? No, it has been with us from the beginning but there is a solution.
