I’ve had several conversations with people lately who’ve shared the exact same thing about Summit. The words they used were different, but their message came across the same way:
“I love the fact that I can ask questions and be myself at Summit. I didn’t know much about the Bible when I first came, and I had always worried that people would look down on me for it. It’s nice to know I’m not the only one with questions! Thank you for sharing about the Bible in a way that connects with everyday life and finally makes sense to me.”
We’ve striven as staff and leaders here at Summit to create an environment where people can be themselves … ask questions … and discover that you don’t have to be perfect to be a Christian. We all need Jesus and his forgiveness.
But far too often churches give the impression that you have to look a certain way … or know enough stuff … or fit the right mold before you are welcome. That makes me angry. Jesus fought the same battle with religious leaders who thought that the tax collectors and “sinners” weren’t good enough for God.
Honesty about our need for God and his forgiveness is disarming. It puts everyone on a level playing field. And I love that many of the people I quoted above invite their friends to Summit because they know they’ll be welcome here too.
If you are honestly searching and want to learn what it means to follow Christ—you’re always welcome to join us in that journey!
Pastor Nate
Monday, April 12, 2010
Homeless Youth Project Update 2
Check out this additional update on Summit's involvement in the Homeless Youth Project.
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