Summit Church
Rise & Shine (Revelation 3:1-6)
Sunday, June 2, 2024--Message #8 by Pastor Jim Hudzinski, Revelation: Triumph of the Lamb Sermon Series
Locations & Times
1000 S Main St, Alta, IA 51002, USA
Sunday 8:30 AM
Sunday 10:00 AM
An urgent call from our Lord Jesus Christ:
1. The time TO RISE is NOW (v 1-3).
1. The time TO RISE is NOW (v 1-3).
It is imperative that we:
WAKE UP
STRENGTHEN
REMEMBER
KEEP
REPENT
WAKE UP
STRENGTHEN
REMEMBER
KEEP
REPENT
2. The time TO SHINE is COMING (v 4-6).
It is promised that we will be:
CLOTHED IN HIS GARMENTS
KEPT IN HIS BOOK
CONFESSED BEFORE THE FATHER
CLOTHED IN HIS GARMENTS
KEPT IN HIS BOOK
CONFESSED BEFORE THE FATHER
Applying God’s Word through 1:10 Journey groups, family devotions, or personal meditation:
Opener
1. What is the wildest noise you have woken up to?
Recap
2. Read Revelation 3:1-6. What stood out to you as surprising, challenging, or encouraging from this week’s sermon?
3. What dangers exist for Christians who rely on an image instead of nurturing a genuine spiritual life?
4. What is the only hope for survival for the church in Sardis?
5. What warning do we need to take from this passage for ourselves?
Digging Deeper – Read Ezekiel 37:1-14.
6. What stands out to you most about Ezekiel’s vision?
7. What might God be demonstrating to us from this act?
8. How does this story connect with Jesus’ charge to the church in Sardis?
Application
9. What steps can you take to pay close attention to your own spiritual vitality?
10. How might you encourage a friend or family member who is drifting towards spiritual deadness?
Opener
1. What is the wildest noise you have woken up to?
Recap
2. Read Revelation 3:1-6. What stood out to you as surprising, challenging, or encouraging from this week’s sermon?
3. What dangers exist for Christians who rely on an image instead of nurturing a genuine spiritual life?
4. What is the only hope for survival for the church in Sardis?
5. What warning do we need to take from this passage for ourselves?
Digging Deeper – Read Ezekiel 37:1-14.
6. What stands out to you most about Ezekiel’s vision?
7. What might God be demonstrating to us from this act?
8. How does this story connect with Jesus’ charge to the church in Sardis?
Application
9. What steps can you take to pay close attention to your own spiritual vitality?
10. How might you encourage a friend or family member who is drifting towards spiritual deadness?
Discovery Class—TODAY, 11:30-2:30
Learn more about the beliefs, values, ministries, history, and vision of Summit Church and the EFCA. Free meal included. Ideal for new attenders and required for church membership.
Women’s Summer Bible Study—Tuesdays, 9-10:30 AM
7-week study, “When You Pray,” begins June 4 at Summit. To learn more contact April at 299-4896.
Senior High Challenge Conference—July 1-5
30 students and 5 leaders from Summit are registered to attend EFCA’s biennial national gathering for students in Kansas City.
Summer Kids For Christ--July 7-10, 6:00 to 8:30 PM
Dive below the surface and you’ll build a strong faith! All kids 4 through 4th grade are invited to join us for supper, songs, stories, and Bible adventures. FREE fun! Volunteers are needed too!
The Olive Branch Ministry Store
Shop or donate at 111 S. Main St, Alta during regular store hours of Mondays 4 to 7:30; Wednesdays 12 to 4; Saturdays 9 to 1.
Christian Counseling @ Summit
Summit partners with Team Restoration Ministries to provide Christ-centered mental health counseling services at the church. Call 515-238-9010 to learn more or schedule an appointment with Kayla Overpeck, MA, T-LMFT.
Summit Church Online Directory
Please take a moment to update photos and directory information via our Church Center App. If you’ve not yet joined the directory, or would like some help, please check with the Church Office.
Summit's Annual All-Church Retreat--July 12-14
Registration is open NOW. Contact the Church Office for details.
Learn more about the beliefs, values, ministries, history, and vision of Summit Church and the EFCA. Free meal included. Ideal for new attenders and required for church membership.
Women’s Summer Bible Study—Tuesdays, 9-10:30 AM
7-week study, “When You Pray,” begins June 4 at Summit. To learn more contact April at 299-4896.
Senior High Challenge Conference—July 1-5
30 students and 5 leaders from Summit are registered to attend EFCA’s biennial national gathering for students in Kansas City.
Summer Kids For Christ--July 7-10, 6:00 to 8:30 PM
Dive below the surface and you’ll build a strong faith! All kids 4 through 4th grade are invited to join us for supper, songs, stories, and Bible adventures. FREE fun! Volunteers are needed too!
The Olive Branch Ministry Store
Shop or donate at 111 S. Main St, Alta during regular store hours of Mondays 4 to 7:30; Wednesdays 12 to 4; Saturdays 9 to 1.
Christian Counseling @ Summit
Summit partners with Team Restoration Ministries to provide Christ-centered mental health counseling services at the church. Call 515-238-9010 to learn more or schedule an appointment with Kayla Overpeck, MA, T-LMFT.
Summit Church Online Directory
Please take a moment to update photos and directory information via our Church Center App. If you’ve not yet joined the directory, or would like some help, please check with the Church Office.
Summit's Annual All-Church Retreat--July 12-14
Registration is open NOW. Contact the Church Office for details.