Summons Radio

Is it a good idea to run from God? The obvious answer is no… so why do so many people turn away from God? It might be fear, anxiety, or pridefulness. Whatever the reason is, turning your back on God will always result in a downfall. In today’s message, Pastor Terry is going to use the story of Jonah to help you understand why people run from God and the outcome that it can have on your life. Jonah...

In Mark’s Gospel, Jesus makes the claim that “a house divided against itself cannot stand”. Although He was talking about the forces of Satan, the same principle applies to the body of Christ as well. Pastor Terry teaches today that the Church does not exist within a vacuum, but instead, we exist in a world that is constantly watching us, observing how we react to conflict. By setting an example o...

Have you ever gotten into a debate with someone over their theology? Maybe they attend a different church than you, maybe it’s even the same church, but you have a disagreement that causes you to be unable to see eye to eye. Well, Pastor Terry encourages you today to put aside those differences and embrace the unity of the Church. The Body of Christ must be unified before God and before the world...

The process of sanctification is something that takes a long time, in fact, it may take your entire lifetime! As you continue to make choices that are in line with the character of Christ, you will see your old self fade away and be replaced by the mirror image of Jesus. Pastor Terry encourages you today to stick with the long, slow, and sometimes painful process because the eternal rewards far ou...

Have you ever tried mixing water and oil? Well, no matter how hard you try to mix them, the two liquids will always separate even if they’re in the same container. That’s the same way Christians are supposed to exist in the world. Pastor Terry teaches about the difference between being in the world but separate from it, and being completely in the world. As a child of God, you have more to live fo...

As Pastor Terry continues his teaching series, he’ll be challenging you to obey the commands of Jesus to be the salt of the earth and a light to the world. The difference between the Christian and the world must be preserved. Therefore, any choice on your part that blurs the distinction between you and the rest of the world is a step in the wrong direction. This can happen either through a choice...

Far too often, prayer is viewed as a “magic formula.” Some believe that if we don’t say exactly the right things, or pray in the right position, God will not hear and answer our prayer. This is completely unbiblical. Today, Pastor Terry will be explaining how God does not answer our prayers based on what position our body is in, or in what order we word our prayers. We are told to have confidence...

As Pastor Terry continues his teaching series, he’ll be explaining that to be poor in spirit is to recognize your utter spiritual bankruptcy before God. It’s understanding that you have absolutely nothing of worth to offer God. Being poor in spirit is admitting that, because of your sin, you are completely destitute spiritually and can do nothing to deliver yourself from your dire situation. No ma...

Many Christians think that once they’ve made that decision for Christ everything will fall into place and life will be easy. Unfortunately, when trials and tough times come upon them or continue, they begin to question, “Why?” Wondering how they could possibly endure horrible circumstances and consider it joy. Today, Pastor Terry will remind you that the worst things that can happen in this life p...

Have you ever felt like the weight of your sin is too much to carry alone? In today’s message, Pastor Terry wants you to know that if you give your heart to the Lord and repent of your ways, you are made brand new in the eyes of Christ. There comes a time when the lifestyle of sin takes a toll on your soul, and if you feel like that’s you today, keep listening! God loves you so much that He sent H...

Have you ever heard of what it means to be lukewarm in Christ? Sometimes, Christians get to a point where they “burn out” in their faith and slowly go back to living a worldly life. While it may be temporary for some, others may spend a long time in this lukewarm state. So today, Pastor Terry wants you to know that living a lukewarm lifestyle is self-deception. If you are living in sin while knowi...

Have you ever found yourself in a church where the Word of God is not the central focus? It's a weird situation, but it does happen—some pastors fear losing congregants or causing offense by avoiding biblical teachings altogether. In today’s message, Pastor Terry shares the qualities of a false teacher: someone who omits parts of the Bible to cater to their or their members' personal beliefs. When...

We live in a world where information is easy to access, where anything can be found through a simple search on the Internet. Still, many people will succumb to those who use the Word of God for their gain, people who will spread misinformation, omit passages of the Bible, and make up their own. In today’s message, Pastor Terry warns you of false prophets and teachers who will use the Bible to prey...

If you’re new to Christianity, Pastor Terry wants you to hear something that many people won’t tell you: You can’t be saved through someone else’s salvation. Let me ask you a question: If your friends bought a house, do you own the same one because you know them? Of course not, and your salvation works the same way. Today, Pastor Terry reminds you that Jesus extends His grace to all who will accep...

In the Bible, Jesus teaches that there are two roads in life: the path to destruction, which is wide and many travel on it, and the road to everlasting life, which is narrow and few find it. And when you think about it, doesn’t the world tell you there are many ways to heaven? That if you’re a good enough person, you’ll be saved? In today’s message, Pastor Terry tells you the truth: if you don’t h...

Have you ever felt like your prayers are falling on deaf ears? In today’s message, Pastor Terry encourages you to see closed doors in a different light as opportunities for gratitude. But what exactly does a closed door represent? It's a powerful symbol of God gently closing a path He doesn’t want you to walk on. Many people struggle to comprehend why their prayers go unanswered, and it can feel l...

Did you hear what Pastor Terry just said? He said prayer is the most essential discipline in a Christian’s life. For many, prayer is a tool when they feel like their backs are against the wall. But did you know that the Bible teaches you to pray in all areas of your life? The book of Philippians teaches that in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to Go...

It’s so easy to focus on other people’s problems and let ourselves off the hook. It’s easy to see areas that other people need to improve while not being able to see our own faults. We have blindspots, or as Jesus puts it, logs in our eyes. In today’s message, Pastor Terry encourages you to focus first and foremost on your personal walk with Jesus. Are you growing in your faith? Are you spending t...

Most people are familiar with the command from Jesus to not judge other people. This is an often misunderstood verse. Jesus is not commanding Christians to tolerate all sins and lifestyles. Rather, Jesus is forbidding us from condemning others in a harsh, destructive way. Today, Pastor Terry teaches us to not focus on finding faults and sins in other people. It is not our job to judge, condemn, an...

What’s most important to you? Is it your career? Your family? Where does God’s kingdom rank on your priority list? Jesus commands us to seek first His kingdom. Today, Pastor Terry teaches that this means that everything we do must be for His kingdom. How you conduct yourself at work, at school, at church, and with your family and friends should build His kingdom and bring others into it. Are you p...

Did you know that Jesus wants you to have a good life? Jesus said that He came to give you an abundant life. But an abundant life doesn’t mean having lots of money and possessions. In today’s message, Pastor Terry teaches that the most valuable things in life are relationships. It’s all about your relationship with God and your relationship with people. Focusing too much on material things causes...

Does your heart, calendar, and your portfolio, reflect a life that prioritizes eternity or things of this world? In today’s teaching, Pastor Terry will challenge listeners that great disappointment awaits whoever values the things of this world, over the promises of eternity. Wealth can be a valuable asset in the pursuit of eternity, or a crippling crutch to labor through this short life. The Lord...

Are your finances a compliment or a hindrance to your ability to serve the Lord? Today, Pastor Terry will walk listeners through some basic fundamentals as it pertains to managing wealth as a follower of Christ. There is nothing wrong with being a wealthy Christian. In many ways, it can be a great asset in serving the Kingdom! However, there can also be real dangers when the desire and pursuit of...

The Lord wants to bless those who dedicate time away from something to prioritize their relationship with Him. In today’s message, Pastor Terry will warn listeners against the temptation to “show off” or “make known” a fast that they are going through. Just as Jesus encouraged religious leaders to pray in secret, He wants to protect the purity of your heart when you are doing something for Him. Ho...

What is fasting? What is the purpose of it, how should it be carried out, and when should it be done? In today’s teaching, Pastor Terry will walk listeners through the kingdom discipline of fasting. Throughout the Bible, fasting is a practice that was implemented by many. While there is no specific guideline to follow, we can glean valuable principles from Scripture through the examples of others....