SummitPA Sermon Audio

In a special baptism service, Pastor Mel brings a sermonette on Christian maturity. Through Romans 6 and Ephesians 4, Mel outlines the differences between immature and mature people. He explains how maturity leads to unity in the faith which is not a lack of conflict but an abundance of love.

Pastor Mel continues the Rubicon series by interviewing special guest Chad Williams. Chad is a former Navy SEAL whose harrowing story of life on the SEAL teams includes both tragedy and challenge. Chad recounts the road he walked which led to his relationship with Jesus and how this relationship changed everything.

Pastor Mel begins a new series called Rubicon. The theme of the series is making a decision for Christ in such a way that you are all in and there is no turning back. This first installment details the things which Jesus Himself was totally committed to: people, the cross, the resurrection, and you. What are you totally committed to?

Mel dissects the various elements of discouragement, what causes discouragement, and how to handle discouragement effectively. Q&A Follows.

Pastor Mel finishes the First Peter series with this final installment. Through 1 Peter 5, Mel teaches about how God's grace always leads to God's glory. The closing of this chapter reminds you that after you've suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.

Pastor Kim continues the First Peter series with an expository sermon on 1 Peter 4. The theme for this series is resilience in persecution and in this message Kim teaches about suffering. She explains how what suffering costs us now here on this earth as followers of Jesus pales in comparison to what we gain for all of eternity. The message finishes with an articulation of the wisdom of accepting...

Pastor Mel continues the First Peter series with an expository sermon on 1 Peter 3. The ongoing theme of resilience in persecution continues in this message. Mel also teaches a godly dynamic between husbands and wives. The message finishes on the symbolic relationship between Noah's flood and baptism, and what it means to submit to God's authority in order to be conformed to the image of Christ.

Through an expository sermon of 1 Peter 2, Pastor Mel teaches how to be resilient in persecution. He also explains the value of submission in maintaining healthy relationships. Where submission is lacking, conflict is abundant. Mel makes the case that this is true across all relationships including those in politics, at work, and in marriage.

Pastor Mel preaches an expository sermon on the first chapter of 1 Peter. He explains how being repentant, knowing God's word, praying without ceasing, and staying in godly community make up the pathway to remembering the joy of your salvation.

Mel explains how building a healthy culture is critical to the success of your organization. Your employee's cultural fit is more important than his or her performance. He outlines some common mistakes leaders make when building culture, and he also lays out strategies you can try at home. Q&A follows.

Through the story of Noah's Ark beginning in Genesis 6, Mel teaches how righteousness can seem absurd in the midst of a reprobate culture. He explains some interesting details about the Ark and talks about why rainbows are symbolic of God's faithfulness to forgive us.

Pastor Mel unpacks three themes which run through the story of Jonah. These include the fact that Jonah was a prophet, that he was called to Gentiles, and that God loves "bad" people. Mel discusses how sin in our lives results in tribulation, although not all tribulation is connected to sin. He also teaches why we need to stop shaping God into our image and allow God to shape us into His.

Through the story found in Daniel 6, Collin teaches how Daniel was a man of character, consistency, conviction, and conscience. He also explains the value of practicing the presence of God and understanding God's promises.

Through Matthew 14, Pastor Kim tells the story of Peter stepping out of the boat toward Jesus. She explains how Jesus can be your peace during turbulent times and how we can't truly know Jesus until we have faith to step out of the boat.

Mel teaches strategies for how to lead yourself, your family, and your organization through times of crisis. He also explains some common mistakes people make when facing crises. Q&A follows.

Using the story of Jesus on the road to Emmaus found in Luke 24, Mel teaches about the difference between knowing Jesus and simply being around Jesus. He points out that while church ministries are great, all of them depend on the ultimate value of intimacy with Christ.

Jacob Schwertfeger from Overland Missions explains what it means to give your entire self to the things of God. He discusses how you are the vehicle by which the kingdom of God is going to be established.

Kyla Kassis from Overland Missions offers a clear evangelism training determining who is called to share the Gospel and who the Gospel is for. This teaching is both empowering and practical as Kyla breaks down what normally feels intimidating about sharing our faith.

Preston Sheldon from Overland Missions shares testimonies of how God has worked in his life. He also explains the importance of evangelism and why you should have the faith to go do it right now.

Through Christ's teachings in Luke 14, Luke 9, and Matthew 28, Mel explains what it means to make sacrifices in order to sit at God's table. Mel teaches about denying one's self and what it means to pick up your cross daily.

Through Psalm 23, Mel teaches what it means to find rest in God. He explains how God is responsible for our provision and protection - as well as the importance of observing the Sabbath.

Through the story of Mephibosheth found in 2 Samuel 9, Mel teaches how belonging to a community can change a person's life. He explains why Christians have a responsibility to reach out to others to befriend them, and how shouldering this responsibility is good for your own spirit.

Mel discusses strategies to recession-proof your businesses including where to invest, how to maintain long-term vision, and how to improve operational efficiency. Q&A follows.

Using the story of the Exodus, Mel teaches what it means to remember what God has done. He explains how remembering God's previous work in your life has profound effects on your spirit as well as your future.

Using selected scriptures from the gospels of Matthew and Mark, as well as Paul's writings in 2 Corinthians 8, Mel teaches why we should use what God has blessed us with in order to be a blessing to others.