The Summit Church
Following the Holy Spirit, we exist to create a movement of disciple-making disciples in RDU and around the world. We seek to fulfill our mission through gospel-centered living, blessing our community, and planting churches. The Summit began in 1961 when Pastor Sam James founded a church with the mission of reaching the world with the gospel.
Sermons by The Summit Church
Men's Conference // Time With God
Lynn Greear, Pastor J.D. Greear's father, discusses how he came to develop a daily quiet time, and J.D.
J.D. Greear // There Will Be Blood
"Our sin is much worse than we imagined, but God's grace is greater than we dreamed".
Interview with Pastor J.D. Greear
J.D. Greear // Great Failure, Greater Hope
The gospel is that our sin was so bad that Jesus had to die to save us.
The God Who Fights For Us
J.D. Greear // I Need A New Moses
Jesus never grows weary with us or falters in obedience.
Ruth: Hope In The Dark
The gospel is not, “God rewards the successful” or “God grants heaven to the righteous and the victorious!
David, God's Hero
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Finding Rest in a Restless World
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David, Jesus, You
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The Fall of David
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J.D. Greear // The Confusing Experience of Faith
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A Place For His Name
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A Proud Man and a Suffering Girl
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Jesus Is Our Long Awaited Rest
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God's Miraculous Love Letter
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When the Expected Happens in an Unexpected Way
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Get Ready
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Religion's Cover-Up
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Shortcut to Disaster
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Interpreting God Through His Word
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Overcoming the Temptations of Satan
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Where Our Worry Comes From
Worry in our lives comes from forgetting either the power of Jesus over the storms or doubting his commitment to us.
The Gospel Prayer
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Worship as Awe and Intimacy
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Happiness Is A Response To The Gospel
The Sermon on The Mount is not given to us as a way to earn salvation or blessing, but as a response to the God who...
Shaken By The Chaos Of Politics
When we are shaken by the power of Jesus, we won’t be shaken by the chaos of politics.
Jesus is the True and Better T-Rex
When we begin to have a sense of how large Jesus is, suddenly we see how much smaller the waves and storms in our...
Disunity In The Church Over Politics
Disunity in the church happens not because we care about politics too much; but because we care about Jesus too little.
What Keeps Us From God
What keeps you from the righteousness of God is not your moral inability, but your moral ability, because that is what...
How We Are Satisfied
To hunger and thirst for righteousness means to crave fellowship with God above everything else.
Why Should A Christian Vote?
Christians, who are American citizens, bear a particular responsibility in learning to think biblically about politics.
A "Test" of Your Understanding of Grace
Do you truly understand grace and salvation?
A Crazy Request, A Crazier Response
The thief on the cross boldly dared upon Jesus' grace.
The Foundation for the Purpose of Your Life
God's purposes in Scripture are the foundation for your purpose in life.
My Role in the Mission
Have you laid your "yes" on the table, asking the Spirit of God what he would have you do?
How Do You Look At God?
Do you look to God for the life you want, or do you want to make God your life?
Three Words for Christians Responding to the Election
Three Words for Christians Responding to the Election: Empathy, Charity, and Focus
Ordinary Faithfulness, Extraordinary Things
God uses ordinary faithfulness to do extraordinary things. Where has he called you to be faithful?
Generosity
Generosity isn't something God wants from you, it's something He wants for you.
Multiplying in Every Way
Why does god increase you financially?
Messengers of the Truth
Does your community know the truth of the gospel? View the entire sermon here:
Jesus Holds The Keys
Jesus has the keys to every thing - yes, every one - that could ever threaten you. Watch the entire sermon at:
What Are You Shaped By?
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Creating Margin in Your Life
For many Christians, their lack of service to others isn't a heart problem - its a schedule problem.
Jesus from Genesis to Revelation // J.D. Greear
It has always only ever been about Jesus. He is the center of it all.
Jesus' Second Coming
The Bible talks about Jesus' 2nd coming 8 times more than his 1st. Maybe we should, too. Watch the entire sermon at:
God Chose Us, Not We Him
God chose us - not we him. View the entire sermon here:
Why We Love Our Neighbors
What does it mean to "love our neighbor"? Watch the entire sermon here:
The Good Samaritan
We model our mission after the true Good Samaritan--Jesus--who stopped to help us when we were helpless.
Prayer in Times of Trouble
Sometimes prayer doesn't bring the help we're "asking for".
God Uses The Willing
God doesn't choose the best, he chooses the willing. View the entire sermon here:
Assurance of Salvation
If God didn't choose me because of my goodness, he's not counting on my goodness to keep me following him.
Predestination
God didn't save you instead of your non believing friends - he saved you for the sake of your non believing friends.
Is God Real To You?
If God isn't real to you, this is what you must pray for... Watch the entire message here:
Why Did Jesus Have To Die?
Jesus did not merely die for us; he died instead of us. Watch the entire message here:
The Two Greatest Words In The Bible
When you were dead in sin, God bared his mighty arm and went to work. Watch the entire message here:
Gospel & Culture
The gospel shows us that we are not ultimately defined by our cultural distinctives. View the entire message here:
Involved In The Church
How much should you be involved in the church? To the extent that you want God to work in your life.
The Basis of Salvation
“Grace” means that it was based on nothing good or meritorious about you; it was a gift of God.
Unforgiveness
Failure to bestow forgiveness is one of Satan’s main ways of gaining a foothold in any relationship.
False Comforts
Getting drunk with alcohol and being filled with the spirit are two ways of dealing with life’s pressures and...
Walk in Love (Forgiveness)
What would your relationships look like if you regularly forgave those in your life to the same extent that Jesus has...
The Soundtrack of Your Life
What song does your heart sing when pain and suffering enters your life?
Christ-like Submission at Work
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Spiritual Headship
Spiritual headship is not license to do what you want to do; it's empowerment to do what you ought to do.
What You Need to Be Happy in Life
We worship whatever we think is necessary to be content in life.
Four Ways Husbands Should Lead Like Christ
Here are four ways husbands should lead like Christ. View the entire sermon here:
The Bible, Our Means of Survival
The Bible is not just doctrines to learn; it's our means of survival.
How To Resist Satan
The way to resist Satan is not to engage Satan; it is to be filled with the presence of Jesus, the stronger man.
Perfect Abs of Righteousness
The "love handles" of our sin become Jesus', and his perfect abs of righteousness become ours.
Weakness Is The Advantage
If dependence is the objective, then weakness is an advantage because weaknesses are the places you most naturally...
Evidence for Jesus' Resurrection
What else but Jesus' resurrection could explain what happened to the disciples afterwards? View the entire message here:
The Power That Liberates Us From Captivity
God's love is the power that liberates us from captivity, not the reward for having liberated ourselves.
The Opposite of Faith is Idolatry
The opposite of faith is not atheism, it is idolatry.
A Knowledge of God That Surpasses Logical Evidence
There is a knowledge of God that surpasses logical evidence. View the entire message here:
God's Scandalous Love
When you fall back into sin, God says to his Son, go again. Listen to the entire message here:
Believe + Receive = Become
You could summarize Jesus' entire message in, "bad news, even worse news, good news, even better news".
Interview with Tim Keller: Should We Engage Political Positions and Government Jobs
Interview with Tim Keller: Growing Gospel Centered Churches for the Next Generation
Bringing You Back From Your Sin
God isnt trying to pay you back for your sin he is trying to bring you back from your sin.
God Doesn't Want Little Changes
You might be happy with little changes in your life. God isn't. He has so much more in store for you.
God Is Trying To Wake You Up
God has more "locusts" than you have solutions.
We Need New Life
Israel's problem is the same as ours. We don't need someone to come give us new laws.
The Problem of Divorce
Divorce is not usually the problem, but the fruit of the problem.
Hearing and Sharing the Gospel
Hearing the gospel makes you an extremely privileged person, and with that privilege comes the responsibility to take...
Caring For The Poor
A failure to show concern for the poor shows a misunderstanding of the gospel.
Everybody Tithes to Something
Everybody tithes to something. That thing is their "god".
Pursuing Greatness
If you seek first God’s kingdom for God’s kingdom’s sake, he throws in so much joy. Watch the entire message here:
How To Make Good Decisions
This promise from God has everything we need for guidance in our decision making. Watch the entire message here:
The Promises of God
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Standing in the Presence of God
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How Quickly And Easily Do You Receive Correction?
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Use Your Success to Point People to Jesus
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Interview with Tim Keller: Church Planting - Networks, Denominations, and Broader Ministry?
Interview with Tim Keller: Where to Start Sermon Planning for People Who May Not Trust the Bible
Interview with Tim Keller: Is It Possible that Western Culture Will Return to Its Christian Roots
You Need More Than Just Wisdom
Solomon had more wisdom than you ever will, and he failed. The point is you need something more than wisdom.
Interview with Tim Keller: The Bible as the Foundation for Our Belief System
What's Behind Your Sin - Unbelief
Peel back the layers of any sin and you will find the seed of unbelief.
Proverbs, Not Promises
The Book of Proverbs is called Proverbs, and not Promises, for a reason. As many of us know, they aren't guarantees.
Treat Yo Self
There are good things, and then there is the ability to enjoy good things.
Racism is a Blasphemous Offense Against God
We, The Summit Church, stand without reservation against any and all expressions of white supremacy.
The "Seasons" of Life
Embrace and enjoy the "seasons" of life.
Finding Your Happiness
Find happiness in the present, not the future.
Pleasing in God's Sight
Jesus lived the Proverbs life, but died the Ecclesiastes death.
It Is Finished
Jesus' last words on the cross were not, "I got it started, now you finish it up".
A Perverse Gospel
Many Christians today believe a "perverse" gospel.
Approval In Christ
In Christ, you have the approval of the only one whose opinion matters.
You Can't Piggyback Off Someone Else's Faith
You can't piggyback off of someone else's experience with God.
Multiply: What's Next
Sowing and Reaping
You can get forgiveness for sin, but you can't un-sin. Even after forgiveness, the fruits of sin remain.
The Harvest is Limited to the Planting
Generosity is an invitation for God to infuse blessing into your finances.
And So We Wait
How do your daily habits prove or disprove your dependence on Jesus?
Curved In Heart
From the message, "Wonderful Counselor"
God Doesn't Accept Gift Cards
From the message, "Wonderful Counselor"
Value in Christ
From the message, "Everlasting Father"
Quiet You By His Love
From the message, "Everlasting Father"
Prince of Peace
In God you can feel complete, whole, and tranquil in the present.
Greater Love
From the message, "Our Biggest Obstacle to Prayer"
Excuses for Prayer
From the message, "Our Biggest Obstacle to Prayer"
National Repentance
From the message, "How to Actually Pray"
Unanswered Prayers
From the message, "Our Biggest Obstacle to Prayer"
Sanctity of Human Life
Pray Through Scripture
From the message, "Does Prayer Change the Mind of God?"
Never Follow Your Hearts
From the message, "The Heart of Prayer"
Just Pray
From the message, "Does Prayer Change the Mind of God?"
Confession
The Bible Offends Everyone
From the message, "You Don't Get Your Own Personal Jesus"
Prison Ministry
I AM WHO I AM
From the message, "You Don't Get Your Own Personal Jesus"
Counterfeit Gods
From the message, "You Don't Get Your Own Personal Jesus"
Enough
From the message, "But I Am Not Enough"
I AM
From the message, "But I Am Not Enough"
But In Christ
From the message, "But I Am Not Enough"
Broken Instruments
From the message, "But I Am Not Enough"
Good Right Now
From the message, "Never Forget"
Instead of Me | Part 1: Betrayed
"Betrayed by his friends, betrayed by the world, betrayed by his own father - instead of me."
Doorway into Strength
From the message, "Never Forget"
Useful or Beautiful?
From the message, "Betrayed"
Back to Life
From the message, "Betrayed for Me"
Responding to Disappointment
From the message, "Betrayed"
Instead of Me | Part 3: Accused
“I am the one deserving of separation from God. I am the one who rejected him, after all. I am the one who abandons him.
Instead of Me | Part 2: Taken
In spite of his holiness, his righteousness, his human perfection, God the Father forsook his own son to bring you and...
It is Finished
From the message, "Punished for Me"
Instead of Me
From the message, "Punished for Me"
Jesus In My Place
From the message, "Punished for Me"
Desperate For Grace
From the message, "Punished for Me"
Instead of Me | Part 4: Punished
Instead of Me | Part 5: Alive
SBC: God is trying to get our attention
To my brothers and sisters of the SBC, God is trying to get our attention.
SBC: Gospel Above All
Why the gospel needs to be above all—above our programs, above our preferences, above our petty differences.
Lukewarm Christian
From the message, "Either a Sheep or a Goat" Listen Series
Jealous For Your Sake
From the message, "Hidden Treasure" Listen Series
Root of Jealousy
From the message, "11th Hour Faith" Listen Series
But Take Heart
HELP: "How Long?" Pastor Derrick DeLain
Jesus Wept
HELP: "How Long?" Pastor Derrick DeLain
God's Goodness on Display
HELP: "How Long?" Pastor Derrick DeLain
Cry Out
HELP: "Where are You God" Pastor Will Toburen
For a Moment
HELP: "How Long?" Pastor Derrick DeLain
Strength in Weakness
HELP: "Where are You God" Pastor Will Toburen
Desperation to Dependence
HELP: "Where are You God" Pastor Will Toburen
Loved Unconditionally
Pastor Curtis Andrusko HELP: "Prayers that Move Jesus Most"
But Even Now Faith
Pastor Curtis Andrusko HELP: "Prayers that Move Jesus Most"
Cling to Scripture
Pastor Curtis Andrusko HELP: "Prayers that Move Jesus Most"
Jesus Wept
Pastor Curtis Andrusko HELP: "Prayers that Move Jesus Most"
Meant for Good
Pastor J.D. Greear HELP: "God, Which Direction Should I Go?"
Chenfei
The Lord meticulously worked details in Chenfei's life leading him to salvation.
Don't Turn to Your Resume
Pastor Daniel Simmons "Nothing on Earth Compares"
God's Guidance
Pastor J.D. Greear HELP: "God, Which Direction Should I Go?"
Follow the Thread
Pastor J.D. Greear HELP: "God, Which Direction Should I Go?"
Word of God
Pastor J.D. Greear HELP: "God, Which Direction Should I Go?"
Jesus In My Place
Pastor Daniel Simmons "Nothing on Earth Compares"
Oil and Water
Pastor Bryan Loritts "Healing Broken Relationships"
Sin is Social
Pastor Bryan Loritts "Healing Broken Relationships"
As Best as You Can
Pastor Bryan Loritts "Healing Broken Relationships"
Works Based Righteousness
Pastor Joby Martin "The Gospel"
Don't Move Away From the Gospel
Pastor Joby Martin "The Gospel"
Fact | Faith | Feeling
Pastor J.D. Greear Smoke From a Fire: Depression
White Space
Pastor J.D. Greear Smoke From a Fire: Depression
It's Not About You
Pastor Joby Martin "The Gospel"
Campus Outreach Discipleship
My Portion
Pastor J.D. Greear Smoke From a Fire: Depression
Your Story Ends in Victory
Pastor J.D. Greear Smoke From a Fire: Depression
Don't Play Judge
Pastor J.D. Greear Smoke From a Fire: Anger
Anxiety for the Christian
Pastor J.D. Greear Smoke From a Fire: Anxiety
Worry
Pastor J.D. Greear Smoke From a Fire: Anxiety
Who's Your One? | Evangelism Training
Loving vs. Selfish Anger
Pastor J.D. Greear Smoke From a Fire: Anger
Kindness of God
Pastor J.D. Greear Smoke From a Fire: Envy
Envy & Comparison
Pastor J.D. Greear Smoke From a Fire: Envy
"Daughter"
Pastor J.D. Greear Smoke From a Fire: Shame
Go Home in Peace
Pastor J.D. Greear Smoke From a Fire: Shame
Destruction vs. Repair
Pastor J.D. Greear Smoke From a Fire: Shame
New Identity in Christ
Pastor J.D. Greear Smoke From a Fire: Shame
Who Christ Says You Are
Pastor J.D. Greear Smoke From a Fire: Shame
Matt and Catherine Allison
The Allison family is moving to Malawi to sow seeds for God's kingdom! Inspiring story.
Jonathan and April Lenker
Is Jesus really first in your life or is he one among many?
La’Treall Maddox
"Try him out. See if he's faithful."
Created by Jesus, for Jesus
Pastor J.D. Greear First Series: "First Place in Everything"