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 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 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.

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.

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.

How can we be certain that our faith in Christ is genuine? Pastor Catlan returns to 1 John 3:10–11 to explore how sacrificial love for our brothers and sisters serves as a primary test of a true child of God. This message challenges us to consider if we love one another just as Jesus has deeply loved us.

How can you sustain a life of service without burning out? Pastor Catlan examines Galatians 6:9-10 to show that weariness often stems from wrong motivations, like trying to earn God’s favor. By doing good out of love for Christ rather than for specific outcomes, we find the joy and strength to persevere until God’s perfect timing for reaping.

What is the culmination of the road to Bethlehem? Pastor Catlan concludes our series by examining Matthew 1:20-23, where an angel reveals that Jesus—meaning "YHWH is salvation"—would save His people from their sins. This miraculous birth fulfills ancient prophecy, proving that God is finally, eternally with us.

How does God restore His people after a generation of deep rebellion? In this sermon largely from 2 Chronicles 34, Pastor Catlan traces God’s work through the wicked reign of Manasseh and the faithful reforms of young King Josiah, showing how the rediscovery of God’s Word prepared the way for Christ.