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Pastor J.D. Greear

Your God is Too Small

November 3, 2020

Remember how frustrating it was when you were in school and the teacher was describing a big concept, but you couldn’t make heads or tails of it? Nobody likes when they can’t understand something. But as he kicks off our series called, Not God Enough, Pastor J.D. shows us there are some things about God that we, as humans, aren’t capable of wrapping our minds around. And that’s a good thing!

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It’s not unusual to have questions about life. In fact, many of us have the same questions. How do I know if I’m going to Heaven? What’s my purpose? Why isn’t God answering my prayers? In this book, Pastor J.D. offers scriptural insights and practical advice to help readers navigate life’s toughest challenges. Unafraid to approach areas of doubt and uncertainty, he welcomes even the most challenging questions with curiosity, thoughtfulness, and scriptural application, leading readers into a more intimate relationship with Christ. 12 Truths & a Lie includes questions such as: How could a good God send people to Hell? How should Christians handle political differences? Why does God care so much about my sex life? Can I know that I’m going to Heaven? How do I know my purpose in life? Reserve your copy now along with a companion Family Discussion Guide.

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As Pastor J.D. is concluding our series titled Kingdom Come. He is explaining how we can have joy today, knowing that what we do in this life will count for eternity! It’s a message titled The King’s Joy, and Pastor J.D. is teaching from the Gospel of Luke.
November 2, 2020
As Pastor J.D. winds up our series titled Kingdom Come, he reminds us that the Resurrection of Jesus isn’t folklore or myth, but a factual, historical account supported by hundreds of eyewitnesses. We’re studying the Gospel of Luke and looking at Jesus’ last visit with the disciples—and the joy that followed their encounter. It’s a message titled, The King’s Joy.
October 30, 2020
As he continues our series titled, Kingdom Come, Pastor J.D. asks, “Is the return of Jesus at the forefront of your mind or is this an event you hardly think about?” In a message titled The Imminence of the Kingdom, Pastor J.D. is teaching from the Gospel of Luke, Chapter 17, reminding us that more people will miss the Kingdom of God because they neglect it, rather than reject it.
October 29, 2020
You’ve probably noticed that Christian books and ministries offer endless speculation about the end times and the Kingdom of God. But Pastor J.D. explains that the Kingdom of God is already here, but also, not yet. It’s part of our series called Kingdom Come, surveying the Gospel of Luke.
October 28, 2020
Many people think they have to go overseas to fulfill the Great Commission. But Pastor J.D. reminds us that we have a mission field right here at home! Today’s message is part of our series called Kingdom Come. And Pastor J.D. is teaching from Luke, Chapter 14.
October 27, 2020
If you were going to throw the party of a lifetime, who would be on your VIP guest list? As Pastor J.D. teaches from the Gospel of Luke, Chapter 14, he explains who God puts on his A-list, and he notes that it’s probably much different than our own. This message is part of our series, Kingdom Come.
October 26, 2020
We’re learning a lesson in gospel irony as Pastor J.D. unpacks the meaning of two seeming different parables. But when we see how they tie together and how much God loves us, we’ll never be the same.
October 23, 2020
Not all invitations are equal. A backyard BBQ invite might show up in an email or text message, whereas a wedding invitation will probably make a splash. But what about God’s invitation? Well, that makes everything else pale in comparison.
October 22, 2020
For those who want to know God, the Bible has more than enough evidence for them to believe. But for those who don’t want to know God, no evidence would ever be enough.
October 21, 2020
Why is it that so many wise, powerful, and intelligent people fail to find God? In this passage of Luke 10, Pastor J.D. explains that Jesus conceals the truth from those who seek to use God as a means to an end. And he reveals himself to those who seek God with humility and love. It’s part of our continued series, titled Kingdom Come.
October 20, 2020
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It’s not unusual to have questions about life. In fact, many of us have the same questions. How do I know if I’m going to Heaven? What’s my purpose? Why isn’t God answering my prayers? In this book, Pastor J.D. offers scriptural insights and practical advice to help readers navigate life’s toughest challenges. Unafraid to approach areas of doubt and uncertainty, he welcomes even the most challenging questions with curiosity, thoughtfulness, and scriptural application, leading readers into a more intimate relationship with Christ. 12 Truths & a Lie includes questions such as: How could a good God send people to Hell? How should Christians handle political differences? Why does God care so much about my sex life? Can I know that I’m going to Heaven? How do I know my purpose in life? Reserve your copy now along with a companion Family Discussion Guide.

About Summit Life

Summit Life is a daily, 25-minute program, featuring the gospel-centered ministry of J.D. Greear. Summit Life with J.D. Greear is dedicated to calling people up to a joyous, reckless, generous, and audacious life of faith by learning more about God’s extravagant love found in Christ. In each engaging half-hour, J.D. Greear shares challenging biblical truths that inspire listeners to have daily encounters with Jesus Christ and his transformative grace.

About Pastor J.D. Greear

J.D. Greear is the pastor of The Summit Church, in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina. Under Pastor J.D.’s leadership, the Summit has grown from a plateaued church of 300 to one of over 10,000. Pastor J.D. has led the Summit in a bold vision to plant one thousand new churches by the year 2050.

Pastor J.D. Greear has authored several books, including Above All (2019), Not God Enough (2018), Gaining by Losing (2015), Gospel (2011), Stop Asking Jesus into Your Heart (2013), and Jesus, Continued… (2014). Summit Life with J.D. Greear is a daily, half hour radio broadcast featuring the teaching of Pastor J.D.

Pastor J.D. completed his Ph.D. in Theology at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He currently serves as the 62nd president of the Southern Baptist Convention. Pastor J.D. and his wife Veronica are raising four awesome kids: Kharis, Alethia, Ryah, and Adon.

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J.D. Greear Ministries
P.O. Box 12293
Durham, NC 27709
Phone Number
866.335.5220