Some people spend Christmas tearing wrapping paper but never get to Jesus. While there were numerous things surrounding Jesus’ birth that seemed ordinary, there were numerous signs that prove it to be extraordinary! Make room for Jesus! When you feel lost, remember that God gives you signs today, just as He gave the world signs […]
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While Christmas is full of surprises, there are also a lot of familiar aspects to it. Sometimes, familiarity can breed contempt! You might find yourself asking, “What is left to be said that hasn’t been said before?” When you hear biblical Christmas stories, sometimes you really don’t hear them at all…because you’ve heard them so […]
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Sometimes what’s packaged as disappointment is really destiny. I can imagine the disappointment Joseph felt when he found out Mary was having a baby. But he discovered he was a part of the most beautiful birth in the world. Sometimes God makes the verdict first and the evidence comes later. “Now faith is the substance of […]
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Isn’t it amazing to think how Jesus went from manger to majesty? It was hard for some people to believe that a small child could fulfill the prophecy of a Savior. The first chapter of Matthew signifies that heaven had hit a dead end. Joseph and humanity were at a dead end as well! The […]
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“…where then is my hope– who can see any hope for me?” (Job 17:15, NIV). This is how George Bailey feels as he stands on the bridge and contemplates suicide. He sees his existence as a failure and sees no way out of his financial predicament. When you’re in a “hopeless” situation, you get tunnel […]
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This is the time of year that families tend to watch classic movies together. While it might not be a millennial favorite, It’s a Wonderful Life has touched hearts for years. When you see what George Bailey goes through—the good and the bad—you’re reminded that life is a beautiful journey! Life is not without hardships, but those […]
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During Desmond’s trial he says, “While everybody else is taking life, I’m gonna be saving it.” He has deep principles he stands up for in the film. He volunteers to join the army—not to fight but to help save lives. Think about Paul. He grew up a Pharisee. He knew the law of God better […]
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Our vision here at The Summit is to REACH those far from God, RAISE them up in Christ, and RELEASE them for His mission. Which one of those things do you think we’re focusing on with our At The Movies series? That’s right—reach! Most people in our culture can relate to movies. Hacksaw Ridge is a story of passion, […]
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We all have scars, something I pointed out already this week! You might even try to cover them up with a “mask.” For Auggie, his mask is an astronaut helmet that he has to let go of when he goes to school. Masks help cover up/hide insecurities. Sometimes you have to be transparent and let […]
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I took a look at the themes in the movie Wonder this weekend at church! If you’ve seen it, you know that the main character (Auggie) struggles to fit in. He is born with mandibulofacial dysostis (Treacher Collins Syndrome), which affects facial tissues and bone development. Before starting the fifth grade, he goes through 27 surgeries […]
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