Summit Life with J.D. Greear

Remember that one time in the Bible when Jesus got angry? And he didn’t hide it? And he didn’t sin? Pastor J.D. is helping us see how we can be angry like Jesus, too. We’re discovering what the Bible really says about our emotions … as we continue our series called, Smoke from a Fire. 

When it comes to money, parenting, marriage, education, career, and any of the other litany of things we worry about, God is not telling us to sit back and do nothing. He is saying that we need to do what we can—in obedience to God, to the best of our ability—and trust him with the results. Pastor J.D. continues our study of difficult emotions called, Smoke from a Fire, with the emotion of anxiety. While anxiety thinks too little about God, it also minimizes how much God thinks of us.

Worry often stems from what we hold dear, whether it's our children, jobs, or finances. There's a profound invitation to deepen our trust in God when faced with anxiety. A discussion on prioritizing faith reveals the spiritual roots of our worries, encouraging listeners to rely on divine provision instead of material concerns. Insights from C.S. Lewis highlight the need to shift our focus, suggesting true joy comes from God, not money. Additionally, a new Bible study resource explores Jesus' identity through his 'I Am' statements.

For some reason, most of us tend to think of “good Christians” as those who’re always smiling and encouraging others. So whenever we struggle with depression, despair, or doubts about God, we think there’s something wrong with us or maybe we just don’t have enough faith. And it can be difficult to ask for help because we don’t want anyone to see us as broken. Today, Pastor J.D. addresses this very real struggle from a biblical perspective.

St. Augustine once said that our deepest emotions often function like smoke from a fire: They can indicate what is going wrong in our hearts before we can articulate it. In this series, Pastor J.D. shows us that the aim of the Bible’s teaching on emotions isn’t to suppress them or even to manage them, but to read them accurately, express them honestly, and allow the gospel to reshape them completely.

Death is never a comfortable subject, but in the back of our minds, we all know that death is eventually coming. So, what happens after? Pastor J.D. talks about the two eternal destinations as he concludes our overview of the Bible titled, The Whole Story.

Heaven and hell are redefined through biblical truths, challenging cultural misconceptions. Heaven is portrayed as a vibrant space of renewal and joyful reunion with loved ones. Painful memories transform into joy, emphasizing the growth through suffering. Listeners are inspired to embrace life's struggles, understanding their purpose in the divine plan. Lastly, the importance of eternal perspectives on life prompts reflection on spiritual growth and understanding God's promises.

If you were to flip through the book of Revelation with no previous Bible knowledge, it would probably sound like a piece of science fiction or someone’s crazy dream journal. All that talk of dragons and beasts can be pretty confusing! But Pastor J.D. is walking us through this book of prophecy and explaining how God pulled back the curtain to give us a glimpse of the spiritual reality. It’s part of our series called, The Whole Story.

In our series called, The Whole Story, we’ve been traveling from Genesis to Revelation, discovering how every page is pointing to Jesus and revealing the gospel.  In this message, we’re looking at the life of the Apostle Paul and the example he set for how the gospel transforms our priorities and our definition of success.

Explore the life of the Apostle Paul and his transformative approach to success. Discover the power of faithfulness in pursuing divine missions, especially through adversity. Learn how personal conviction in the resurrection can empower you during struggles. Embrace a mindset of generosity as you finish strong in your endeavors, both personally and professionally. Finally, navigate life's challenges with prayer and community support, using practical tools for emotional healing.