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I’m Coming With Confidence
5 maart 2023 · 38 min
In this week’s message, Pastor Curtis shows us from Hebrews 4 how we can draw near to God with confidence, rather than fear or anxiety. In Jesus, we have a mediator who is both sinless and sympathetic to our weaknesses. Not only are we able to approach God without a human mediator—something that would have been unthinkable in Old Testament days—we can also find joy in knowing that Jesus approaches and understands us. Lees meer
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Participating in His Priesthood
4 maart 2023 · 40 min
Our Pastor of International Missions, Julius Tennal II preaches on Hebrews 4 from our North Durham Campus.
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What Happened?
26 februari 2023 · 42 min
This week, Pastor J.D. helps us process a very difficult passage in 2 Samuel, and a turning point in the life of David—the story of David and Bathsheba. Could this be the same David who was called “a man after God’s own heart”? Though David was indeed forgiven, his sin would affect everyone around him. While this story holds a powerful warning for us today, what it ultimately reveals is a deep longing for another King, a better King—Jesus. Lees meer
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The Anatomy of Integrity
19 februari 2023 · 44 min
In this week’s message from Psalm 101, Pastor Bryan helps us think through what integrity truly means for a follower of Christ. Is it moral perfection? Is it merely a result of our own effort and strivings? On the contrary—only by resting in the faithfulness and steadfast love of Jesus can we lead lives of integrity that will present a beautiful witness to a watching world. Lees meer
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Ranting in Prayer Is Better Than Rioting: How Our Prayers Are Fixed by Praying
12 februari 2023 · 51 min
In this message from the Psalms, Pastor Raudel takes us through a particular psalm that illustrates how we can be raw and real in our prayers to God. When we approach God in prayer as a loving Father, it doesn’t matter where we pray—the point is that we are free to pour out our deepest emotions, struggles, and sorrows to a God who understands and truly does want to hear from us. Lees meer
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Find Your Mephibosheth
5 februari 2023 · 42 min
If you have believed and been changed by the gospel, what should your response be? In this week's message from 2 Samuel, Pastor J.D. takes us through a story that is perhaps not as well-known, that of David and Mephibosheth. David's response to the extravagant love of God (as seen in 2 Samuel 7) is to pour out that same love onto an unlikely recipient, giving him a permanent seat at his table. It is here that we find our own story reflected—we who were once enemies have been invited to sit at the table of the King. Lees meer
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Who Gives and Who Receives?
29 januari 2023 · 41 min
As we continue in the book of 2 Samuel, this week's message from Pastor J.D. walks us through both King David's desire to build the temple and God's response to him—one that serves as a good reminder for us even today. What David learned—and what we often forget—is that our relationship with God is not based on how much we do or give. Instead, it's based on what God has already done for us and given to us. Lees meer
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Get Undignified
22 januari 2023 · 46 min
In this week's message from 2 Samuel, Pastor J.D. encourages us to honestly evaluate our worship of God. Though different cultures (and different personalities) often exhibit differing styles of worship, our intention should be the same—putting the worthiness of God on display. Though we might not always feel like worshiping, we can resolve to do so anyway, out of obedience to and love for our great God. Lees meer
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Peace: The Antidote to Anxiety
15 januari 2023 · 39 min
In this message from the book of Philippians, Pastor Curtis unpacks a passage that speaks to a problem very prevalent today, namely that of anxiety. While society offers many different solutions to this problem, the type of peace that is the true antidote comes only through Christ. When we bring our cares before God and set our hearts and minds on him, we will begin to experience the peace that can never be taken away from us. Lees meer
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The Antidote to Anxiety
12 januari 2023 · 36 min
Capital Hills Campus Pastor John Muller preaches on Philippians 4:4-9 during our Thursday night service.
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New Beginnings
8 januari 2023 · 45 min
In this message from 2 Samuel, Pastor J.D. walks us through a few ways in which David was "a man after God's own heart." And yet, what we ultimately see through the first several chapters of this book is that not even David was the king that Israel was looking for. The king that they needed—and that we need today—was one fully without sin, willing to lay down his life even for his enemies. With such a King on the throne, we can learn to accept with joy what God has for us this year and beyond. Lees meer
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When Jesus Found What He Was Looking For
24 december 2022 · 34 min
In this special message from John 4, Pastor J.D. walks us through a story that demonstrates the beauty of the incarnate Christ, whose coming we celebrate during this Christmas season. The Samaritan woman at the well—the first person to whom Jesus overtly reveals himself as the Messiah—has much to teach us about the Savior who has come to earth. He’s the Savior who comes to the unlikely, and you are exactly who he is looking for. Lees meer
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Poppin' Bottles
18 december 2022 · 46 min
In this message from John 2, Pastor Bryan sheds light on the first of Jesus’ signs in this Gospel: the turning of water into wine at a wedding in Cana. This sign is indeed miraculous, but we shouldn’t miss the greater reality that it points us to—the person of Jesus and the coming of his kingdom. Though the world may offer satisfaction through the "old wine" of money or status, it is only the "new wine" of a relationship with Jesus that brings true satisfaction and lasting joy. Lees meer
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Jesus’ First Three Questions
11 december 2022 · 40 min
In this message that takes us through the remainder of John 1, Pastor J.D. explains how Jesus both asks and answers a vital question for all of us: “What are you seeking?” Though people everywhere naturally crave love and acceptance, they often search for it in all the wrong places. Through Jesus’ encounters with both Peter and Nathanael, we see the beauty of being fully known and loved by the One we should devote our lives to following. Lees meer
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In the Beginning Was… Jesus
4 december 2022 · 41 min
In this message from the Gospel of John, Pastor J.D. takes us through what we can think of as Jesus’ resume, to better understand who Jesus was and is. With so many misconceptions of Jesus prevalent in today’s world, this is a task that is immensely important. Perhaps you’ve encountered churches that have embodied grace, but not truth (or vice versa). If so, you can rest in the assurance that the Jesus who took on flesh and dwelt among us is full of both grace and truth. Lees meer
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Ask, Seek, Knock
27 november 2022 · 32 min
North Durham Campus Pastor Gus Pacheco preaches from Matthew 7 and Luke 8.
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Can I Get a Witness?
27 november 2022 · 42 min
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The Amazing Power of Amazing Grace
27 november 2022 · 38 min
Todd Unzicker, the Executive Director-Treasurer for the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina, preaches on the amazing power of amazing grace.
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Trusting Jesus for the Impossible
27 november 2022 · 40 min
Brier Creek Campus Pastor Warren Neverson preaches on trusting Jesus.
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Turn Back
27 november 2022 · 36 min
Apex Campus Pastor Josh Ingram preaches from Luke 17.
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Whatever it Takes... to Possess Jesus
20 november 2022 · 50 min
In this week’s message from the Gospel of Luke, Pastor J.D. leads us through what is likely a familiar story for many—the story of a tax collector named Zacchaeus whose life was forever changed by a glimpse of Jesus. This man who was despised by many was willing to do whatever it took to see the Savior, and as a result, the grace offered by Jesus changed not just his behavior, but his heart. Is your life characterized by generosity and a desire to live honorably before God and others? If not, maybe you simply need to start by taking your first real glimpse of Jesus. Lees meer
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Whatever It Takes...to Hear Well Done
13 november 2022 · 40 min
To follow Jesus involves risk—the risk of releasing control and yielding every area of your life to Jesus as Lord over all. In this message from the Gospel of Luke, Pastor J.D. looks at the parable of the ten minas, where we see that, likewise, sowing a harvest with our resources can also involve risk. But when the risk is for the building up of God's kingdom, it's always worth it. Lees meer
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Whatever It Takes...to Multiply
6 november 2022 · 45 min
In this message from the Gospel of Luke, Pastor J.D. looks at one of the most revolutionary principles in all of Jesus’ teaching—the “law of the harvest.” It’s as simple as it is profound: As you give, it will be given to you. Sounds wise enough, maybe even encouraging. Most of us, however, don’t live that way. We don’t believe, in our heart of hearts, that God is as generous as he says he is. The result? We aren’t generous either. But Jesus invites us to a richer life than any of us could imagine, one in which every good thing (generosity, forgiveness, joy) not only abounds, but multiplies. Lees meer
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Defiant Generosity
5 november 2022 · 45 min
Pastor Bryan preaches on defiant generosity.
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Whatever It Takes...to Follow Jesus
30 oktober 2022 · 46 min
In this message from the Gospel of Luke, Pastor J.D. walks through the story of a man who missed out on an enormous (actually, an eternal) opportunity—all because he was too afraid to take a risk. Thinking only of what he would lose in following Jesus, he never considered what he would gain. It was the biggest mistake of his life. And if we’re not careful, it will the biggest regret of ours, too. Lees meer
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I Shall Not Want
23 oktober 2022 · 39 min
The Summit Church welcomes Pastor Joby Martin, lead pastor of The Church of Eleven22 in Jacksonville, Florida. Since launching the church in 2012, he has led a movement for all people to discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ. Pastor Joby shares a message from Psalm 23. Lees meer
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How Not to Die
16 oktober 2022 · 43 min
In this message from 1 Samuel, Pastor J.D. walks through the tragic last chapter of Israel’s first king. King Saul held such promise in the beginning. But the longer he reigned, the more it became clear that he wanted God’s blessing much more than he wanted God. And Saul isn’t alone: In the church today, many people seem destined to miss heaven by 18 inches—the distance between your head and your heart. Lees meer
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The Tests of Authentic Christianity
9 oktober 2022 · 47 min
In this message from 1 John, Pastor Bryan contrasts authentic Christianity with an incredibly common (and incredibly dangerous) alternative—Bible belt Christianity. Bible belt Christianity has just enough Jesus to make you feel acceptable, but not enough to make you uncomfortable. Like auditing a class, Bible belt Christianity says, “Give me the information without the responsibilities.” Lees meer
The trouble is, it just doesn’t work. If our relationship with God never confronts our idols, never rubs up against old patterns of behavior, never changes us, then it’s not a real relationship at all.
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Disciple or Deceived? How to Know for Sure You're Saved
8 oktober 2022 · 40 min
Pastor Curtis Andrusko shares a message from 1 John 1. Recorded at our Brier Creek Campus.
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Light and Darkness
6 oktober 2022 · 40 min
Capital Hills Campus Pastor John Muller shares a message from 1 John.
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A Crack in the Armor: The Episode with Abigail
2 oktober 2022 · 43 min
One day, the story of your life will be told to the next generation. How do you want today’s chapter to be told? As a season of faithfulness, trust, and integrity? Or as the moment when you decided to walk away from everything—and everyone—you once served? Lees meer
In this message from 1 Samuel 25, Pastor J.D. shows us King David at a critical juncture, fresh off his faithful response to the murderous King Saul. But when a smaller obstacle meets David, he stumbles and nearly falls. The only thing that prevents David from veering into a pattern of sin and foolishness is an obscure figure—one of the wisest (and least known) people in the entire Bible.
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Vengeance: 1 + 0 = 0
1 oktober 2022 · 42 min
Pastor Bryan Loritts shares a message from 1 Samuel 25.
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Wait For It
25 september 2022 · 46 min
What do you do when the path you’re on takes an expected turn for the worst? In this message from 1 Samuel 24, Pastor J.D. follows King David into an unexpected place—the wilderness. At this point in his life, David had been chosen to be king. And yet circumstances sent him running for his life. David’s temptation in this season echoes our own: When our plans seem to be going south, we can take matters into our own hands. Or we can follow David, doing the hardest thing in the Bible—trust God and actively wait on his timing. Lees meer
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Trust God, Embrace the Process
24 september 2022 · 47 min
Pastor Bryan continues our Life of David series by preaching on how to trust God and embrace the process. This was recorded at our Blue Ridge Campus.
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If You're Happy and You Know It...
18 september 2022 · 46 min
In this message on Psalm 1, Pastor Curtis asks a question as old as time itself: “How can I be happy?” Most of us, if we were honest, would admit that we’re not living our “happiest” lives—but maybe, someday, hopefully … we might? In this ancient psalm, we’ll learn practical wisdom about the source of lasting happiness. It’s not a matter of circumstance, or relational status, or wealth. It’s simultaneously simpler and more complicated than that: happiness is only the fruit; what matters is where we plant our roots. Lees meer
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Abide in Me: United With Christ
17 september 2022 · 45 min
North Durham Campus Pastor Gus Pacheco shares a message from John 15:4-5.
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Back to Basics
17 september 2022 · 41 min
Pastor Dustin Wells shares a message on John 15 from our Blue Ridge Campus.
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You've Got a Friend in Me
11 september 2022 · 47 min
In this message from 1 Samuel, Pastor J.D. looks at one of the greatest friendship stories of all time—between the presumptive heir, Prince Jonathan, and the anointed king, David. This unlikely friendship challenges us to choose our own response to the one true King, Jesus. Will we, like Saul, resist him? Or will we, like Jonathan, yield the throne of our life to him? Lees meer
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Courage, Your Giants, and THE Giant
4 september 2022 · 45 min
In this message from 1 Samuel, Pastor J.D. walks through the most famous story in the Old Testament—David and Goliath. Everyone knows this story, but few truly understand what it’s about. Goliath’s downfall isn’t an encouragement to underdogs or a guarantee that you’ll overcome every “giant” in your life. Goliath’s story shows us what true courage is, where courage comes from, and what God is up to when the Accuser’s voice is all we hear. Lees meer
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Better Not Call Saul
14 augustus 2022 · 57 min
There’s a fine line between “thy kingdom come” and “my kingdom come.” Saul was a king who at first displayed humility, yet, as time passed his main concern became making a name for himself. In this message, Pastor J.D. continues our Life of David series, showing us how we, just like Saul and the people of Israel, often search for the wrong things. Lees meer
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A Faith That Sings
7 augustus 2022 · 46 min
In this message Psalm 145, Pastor Curtis dives into the part of our worship service we most often take for granted—the singing. Have you ever wondered why we spend a third of our church time singing songs? Is it just a fun tradition … or is something more profound happening? Through this psalm of David—possibly the last words he ever wrote—we will learn not simply why we sing, but what God does in us and through us because of the gift of song. Lees meer
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Going Back to Go Forward
31 juli 2022 · 43 min
In this message Psalm 13, Pastor Bryan walks us through one of the most candid laments in the entire Bible. In Psalm 13, King David is squarely in the midst of crisis. He has far more questions than he does answers. He needs God to show up in a big way. Lees meer
Like many of us.
The question is not, “Will we encounter a crisis?” The question is, “How do we get through it?” David charts us the way forward, encouraging us to bring our raw feelings to God, to remember the truth about God, and to defiantly sing of God’s unchanging love.
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Life is Hard and God is Good
24 juli 2022 · 51 min
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God Is Great, but Give Us a King
17 juli 2022 · 46 min
In this message from The Life of David, Pastor J.D. shows us how all of us—religious or irreligious, Christian or not—seem hard-wired to chase after someone (or something) to make us feel okay. Like the people of Israel, we desire a king. We desire identity, security, happiness, freedom. And what 1 Samuel 8 teaches us is as simple as it is profound: Every king promises freedom; but every king but God only delivers slavery. Lees meer
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Abusive Leaders and Faithful Shepherds
10 juli 2022 · 44 min
Abusive Leaders and Faithful Shepherds
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Foundation Evaluation
3 juli 2022 · 39 min
In this message from the Sermon on the Mount, Pastor John encourages us to look at the structure of our lives. Whether you’re religious, irreligious, or something in between, you are building your life upon something solid. At least, you hope it’s solid. And as we see in one of Jesus’ shortest parables, all of us will one day have those seemingly solid foundations tested. The question is not whether the test will come. The question is, What will that test reveal? Lees meer
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Hannah's Hope
26 juni 2022 · 41 min
In this message from the book of 1 Samuel, Pastor J.D. kicks off our series following the biography of David, Israel’s greatest king. A king who began his life as an obscure shepherd boy, but became a warrior who brought rival nations to their knees. A king described as “a man after God’s own heart.” But also a king whose personal sins devastated not only his own family, but the nation. In triumph and in tragedy, this king points forward to a greater king to come. And this week, we see hints of that king long before David arrives—in the story of an overlooked woman named Hannah Lees meer
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A Church Without Exes Part 3
19 juni 2022 · 42 min
In this final message from the book of Philemon, Pastor Bryan shows us the third essential ingredient in reconciliation—truth. We might be more familiar with the first two ingredients (repentance and grace), but if we don’t stare the tough truth in the face, we’ll never overcome the hurts that divide us. Thankfully, in Christ, we can walk freely in that truth, not winning arguments or proving points, but redeeming relationships. Lees meer
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Repairing Relationships: Forgiveness and Reconciliation
12 juni 2022 · 47 min
In this message on the book of Philemon, Pastor Curtis asks, “If I’ve been wronged by someone, what is my role in making it right?” Forgiveness sounds great in principle, but in practice it can be a tough pill to swallow. Fortunately for us, God hasn’t simply told us THAT we should forgive; he’s also shown us HOW to forgive. In the tiny book of Philemon, we see the ultimate test of Christian forgiveness—and a path toward radical reconciliation. Lees meer
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Goodness in Me
5 juni 2022 · 49 min
In this final message from our “Goodness in the Middle” series, Pastor J.D. looks at the sufferings of the Apostle Paul, what he called his “thorn in the flesh.” Paul never asked for his thorn—in fact, he repeatedly asked God to take it away. And yet, through this painful situation, Paul learned to lean upon God’s goodness. Because if dependence is our objective, weakness turns out to be an advantage. Lees meer