How can we embody humility and unity in a divided world? Discover the transformative values of the Kingdom of God and practical steps to live them out. Pastor Nate continues our teaching series, Kingdom Culture, by reflecting on Jesus’ words in Luke 22. Jesus invites his followers to a different Read more…
In today’s politically charged world, how can Christians navigate these turbulent times while staying true to the teachings of Jesus? Pastor Nate’s opening message in the ‘Kingdom Culture: Called to Be Different’ series offers a transformative approach. Learn how Jesus’ diverse followers found unity despite their many differences. Discover the Read more…
Discover the profound message of grace in Pastor Nate’s reflection on the parable of the workers in the vineyard from Matthew 20. This parable challenges our understanding of God and reveals the nature of God’s kingdom—a kingdom marked by grace. The landowner’s act of paying all workers the same wage, Read more…
The parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector in Luke 18 challenges our perceptions of righteousness and invites us to experience God’s nearness. The Pharisee’s prayer contrasts with the tax collector’s humble plea for mercy. Jesus declares the tax collector justified, a shocking surprise to his audience. This story Read more…
[August 11, 2024] Every culture is a story culture. Stories have the ability to influence our belief systems, attitudes, actions and behaviors. Join with us as we dive into the story of Luke 5:1-11 and try to re-imagine it together. Have you ever thought about how many fish it would Read more…
[August 4, 2024] Guest speakers Heather Erickson and Sarah West join us from The CHARA Project Bible Study. Have you ever struggled with studying the Bible on our own or with your neighbor? Heather and Sarah share five great tips using the acronym “CHARA”, which means joy in Greek, the Read more…
[July 28, 2024] In John 6, Jesus says some wild things: “My flesh is true food and my body is true drink.” He had a following, but some of his followers weren’t so sure they were in anymore. What’s going on? What does it mean for us? When we dig Read more…
[July 21, 2024] Rejection. Sometimes this topic gets confusing because Christians can fall into the trap of thinking, “Because I was rejected, I am doing Jesus’ work.” But rejection is not validation that you’re doing the work of Jesus. Luke’s Gospel shares a story of Jesus being rejected. Why did Read more…
[July 14, 2024] Anxiety. Jesus says, “Do not worry.” But how?! How do we not worry? What happens in a fit of worry? Of anxiety? Our Lead Pastor Nate Ray takes time to dive into this question by looking at Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 6, and into a real life Read more…
[June 30, 2024] Welcome to Celebration Sunday, our final Sunday meeting in Summit Academy HS. If you missed this message, you’ll want to catch yourself up. It was a special Sunday, reminiscing on all God has done, and anticipating all He has yet to do. What is your next step? Read more…