How do we remember what God has done without making it about us? Preaching from Joshua 3, Pastor Catlan reflects on Israel crossing the Jordan and setting memorial stones to God’s glory. As Summit Church celebrates one year, this sermon remembers twelve works of God’s faithfulness and calls the church to keep trusting Him.

How do we test the spirit's? In 1 John 4:1–3, Pastor Catlan shows that those outside the family of God are not merely mistaken, but under the blinding power of Satan. Because of this spiritual danger, believers must “test for genuineness,” measuring every spirit and message by the truth of Jesus Christ.

What is the real danger of false spirits? In this sermon, Pastor Catlan opens 1 John 4:1, showing that God lovingly warns His people not to believe every spirit. False teachers and falsehoods about Jesus are real hazards, so the church must stay rooted in God’s Word and alert to deception.

What does true greatness look like in the kingdom of God? In this sermon, Pastor Catlan preaches from Matthew 20:20–28, showing that Jesus overturns worldly ideas of power and leadership. Because Christ came not to be served but to serve, His people—including elders and deacons—are called to follow Him in humble, sacrificial service.

What does it mean to live a life worthy of the gospel in the face of opposition? In this sermon, Pastor Spencer unpacks Philippians 1:27–30, calling believers to stand firm in unity, strive together in faith, and embrace both belief and suffering for Christ as evidence of God’s saving work in and through them.

What makes a church truly healthy? In this sermon, Pastor Catlan teaches from 1 Timothy 3:8–13, showing that healthy churches are shaped by qualified, godly leadership. As deacons embody integrity, faith, and faithful service, the church is strengthened, cared for, and better equipped to carry out Christ’s mission.

How can we be raised to life like our Savior Jesus? In this sermon, Pastor Catlan teaches from Colossians 2:12–14, showing that through union with Christ, believers are buried and raised with Him. Our sin is fully forgiven, our record of debt canceled, and new life secured through the power of God.

In what way were we “unified with Christ” at the cross? In this Good Friday sermon, Pastor Catlan teaches from Romans 6:1-11, moving beyond the events of Jesus’ death to its meaning for a believer. Christ purchased victory over sin for His people.

What kind of King is Jesus, and how should we respond to Him? In this sermon, Pastor Spencer walks through Luke 19:28–44, revealing Jesus as the humble yet rightful King who comes to save the lost. The passage invites us to move beyond shallow praise and recognize, receive, and follow Him with genuine faith.

What are God’s commandments? In this sermon, Pastor Catlan unpacks 1 John 3:23, showing that God’s commandments have been consistent from the beginning. People who obey God’s commandments believe in Jesus and love one another.

How can we overcome our own heart condemning us? Pastor Catlan examines 1 John 3:21-22, explaining that while sin and trauma cause us to doubt our standing, God’s perfect forgiveness is greater than our self-accusations. By trusting in Christ’s complete work, we gain confidence before God, empowering our prayers and obedience.

How do you find peace when your own conscience attacks you? In this message from 1 John 3:19–20, Pastor Catlan explains how believers can reassure their hearts before God even when they feel condemned. By building a storehouse of faithful, sacrificial love, we find the future evidence needed to trust that God is greater than our failing hearts.

How can Christians move beyond mere words to demonstrate the sacrificial love of Jesus? In this message from 1 John 3:17–18, Pastor Catlan explores three types of "life" and the moral obligation to share worldly goods with brothers in need. True faith is proven through consistent, practical deeds performed in truth.

What is the goal of missions? Pastor Catlan explores Acts 14:21-23 to define the goal of gospel work. By examining Paul’s journey, we learn that missions involves more than just preaching; it requires making disciples and establishing healthy, indigenous churches led by local elders.

How do we define true love in a world of relative meanings? In this message, Pastor Catlan explores 1 John 3:16, contrasting the hatred of Cain with the sacrificial agape of Jesus. By examining Christ’s willful choice to lay down His life, we discover our own obligation to sacrificially love the brothers.

How does our awareness of sin impact our love for God? In this sermon, Pastor Spencer examines Luke 7:36–50, contrasting a self-righteous Pharisee with a repentant woman. He explains that those who recognize their deep need for mercy respond with radical, public devotion. Ultimately, the message reveals that great forgiveness produces great love.

Do you feel like the world hates you? In this message, Pastor Catlan explores 1 John 3:13–14, explaining that the "world" is a system of rebellion against God. Because Christians have passed from death to life and follow a new King, their transformation naturally disrupts a world that prefers its own autonomy.

What does the Bible say about loneliness? Preaching from Ecclesiastes 4:7-12, Pastor Catlan explores the "vanity" of self-sufficiency and the dangers of isolation. By prioritizing deep relationships over personal gain, we find the support and spiritual strength necessary to withstand life’s inevitable hardships.

What marks a church as being a truly great spiritual community? In this message, Pastor Spencer explores Acts 4:32-37 to show how the early church was defined by unity of heart and soul. By examining their example of selfless sharing and powerful witness, we learn that a church's greatness comes from the transforming grace of Jesus Christ.

Why was the first murder in history committed by a brother? Pastor Catlan explores the story of Cain and Abel from Genesis to unpack 1 John 3:12. This sermon reveals that Cain’s hatred stemmed from a heart that rejected God’s standards of worship. True believers are called to love one another by worshiping God in spirit and truth.