Message: “Abusive Leaders and Faithful Shepherds, Part 1” from J.D. Greear

In part 1 of this message from The Life of David, Pastor J.D. highlights the radical difference between God’s faithful shepherds and spiritual abusers. We all long for spiritual leaders who will protect us, be honest with us, and put our interests first. Throughout history—and throughout the Bible—it is tragically common to find the opposite, spiritual leaders who exploit and wound others. But in Jesus, we find a different kind of Shepherd—faithful, gentle, safe, and true. He came not to wound, but to be wounded for us. And by his wounds, we are healed.

Scripture References: 1 Samuel 3:1

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From Series: "Summit Life TV"

At The Summit Church, we aim to make disciples, not just converts. Disciples don’t just want to know what their master knew, but to do what their master did. As we step out in faith, we commit to do whatever God calls us to do and to go wherever he calls us to go. God doesn’t tell us what the entire journey will look like. He simply calls us to take a step of faith. Then another. And another. Join us as we learn to walk in step with him.

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