Summit Church
All Things New (Revelation 21:1-8)
Sunday, November 17, 2024 - Message #29 by Pastor Doug Corlew; 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
What does God have planned for His people at the conclusion of human history?
1. A Renovated Universe (v 1)
1. A Renovated Universe (v 1)
2. A Spiritual Community (v 2a)
3. A Perfect Intimacy (v 2b-3)
4. An Unhindered Joy (v 4)
5. A Guaranteed Satisfaction (v 5-6)
6. A Family Resemblance (v 7-8)
Applying God’s Word through Journey Groups, family devotions, or personal meditation:
Opener
1. What home renovation project are you most proud of completing? If you don’t have one, what part of your home needs renovating?
Recap
2. Read Revelation 21:1-8. What stood out to you as challenging, encouraging, or confusing from this week’s passage?
3. What detail about the new heaven and new earth stirs the most excitement and expectation in you?
4. Why do you think God uses the image of a city to help us picture the new creation?
5. As you consider v 2, how does a bride prepare for her husband? How does that inform our preparation for Christ’s return?
Digging Deeper – Read Romans 8:18-25.
6. What does it mean that current sufferings are not worth comparing with coming glory?
7. How is the futility or decay of creation most real to you right now?
8. What does it mean to you that this “bondage to corruption” will be reversed?
Application
9. How can you allow the hope of the coming “renovation” of this world cause you to walk in joy this week?
10. Who is someone in your life who needs to be told or reminded that God will make all things new? How can you share it with them?
Opener
1. What home renovation project are you most proud of completing? If you don’t have one, what part of your home needs renovating?
Recap
2. Read Revelation 21:1-8. What stood out to you as challenging, encouraging, or confusing from this week’s passage?
3. What detail about the new heaven and new earth stirs the most excitement and expectation in you?
4. Why do you think God uses the image of a city to help us picture the new creation?
5. As you consider v 2, how does a bride prepare for her husband? How does that inform our preparation for Christ’s return?
Digging Deeper – Read Romans 8:18-25.
6. What does it mean that current sufferings are not worth comparing with coming glory?
7. How is the futility or decay of creation most real to you right now?
8. What does it mean to you that this “bondage to corruption” will be reversed?
Application
9. How can you allow the hope of the coming “renovation” of this world cause you to walk in joy this week?
10. Who is someone in your life who needs to be told or reminded that God will make all things new? How can you share it with them?
Parent/Baby Dedications Today:
Tate James Bezoni (Spencer & Laurel)
Aaron Mark Stender (Mark & Chelsea)
Paul Adam Timmerman (Mason & Libby)
Harper Mae Aberson (Ben & Jessi)
Renae Elizabeth Goodenow (Isaiah & Amanda)
Lydia Rae McCormick (Josh & Emma)
2024 Thanksgiving Offering Project
Join us as we generously give to assist CrossRidge EFC in the renovation of their new worship facility in Ida Grove! Our goal is to raise $25,000 for our “daughter” church we launched in 2011. Please pray for their church family as they reach out to new neighbors! Thank you for your prayerful consideration of how God might enable you to participate with us!
Adult Christmas Choir Rehearsal Today @ 2:30 PM
Join us as we begin the joyful time of preparing for the celebration of Christ’s birth through song! Directed by Pastor Jim, the choir is open to all, ages 14 and up. Performances will be Sunday, December 15 during both worship celebrations. Rehearsals 2:30-4:00 PM on Sundays, Nov 24; 1:00-2:30 PM on Sun Dec 8; 9:30-11:30 AM on Sat Dec 14.
Youth Groups TONIGHT
The ZONE (5th & 6th) and SALT (7th & 8th) meet weekly at 4:30 PM; Lighthouse (9th-12th) comes together at 6:30 PM.
Branson Bus Trip—November 18-21
53 adults leave tomorrow morning for Summit’s Christmas Tour of Branson, returning Thursday evening. Questions? See Diane Edwards.
Register Now for Upcoming Youth Weekends
Join us for the IMPACT Conference in Coralville, January 3-5 (gr 9-12), or WINTER BLAST at Hidden Acres, January 24-26 (gr 7-8). Sign up on Church Center App and see Pastor Mason if you have questions.
Rejoice Kids Choir Rehearsal — November 24 @ 3 PM
4’s through grade 4 are invited to participate as we prepare to sing in services Sunday, December 8. Directed by Ali Quintanilla and Sara Anderson. Rehearsals also on Sat, Dec 7.
Women’s Bible Study @ Summit — All Are Welcome
Join us at 9:00 AM Tuesdays, November 26, and December 3, as we continue our study of Habakkuk: Learning to Live by Faith.
The Lord’s Cupboard Food Pantry — Donations Needed!
Please bring sugar, pancake mix/syrup, spaghetti sauce, crackers, and more! Drop box by Summit Office. Contact Barb, 712-282-4494.
Summit's 30th Annual Turkey Bowl -- Thanksgiving Morning @ 8 AM
The tradition continues! Join us on the A-A Football Field for a great game of touch football. Hot cocoa and doughnuts will be served.
The Olive Branch Ministry Store
Gently-used clothing and household items for the community. Shop or donate at 111 S. Main St, Alta: Mon 4-7, Wed 12-4, Fri 10-2.
Have You Heard About The Flyover Podcast?
Tune in a weekly summary & further explanation of Sunday's sermon to prepare you for your small group discussions this week. Hosted by Pastor Joe and Pastor Doug. https://summitefc.churchcenter.com/pages/the-flyover
“Grief Share” Support Group — Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM
Paula Radke, Ryan Burkhart and Diane Pedersen lead weekly sessions at Summit Real Life Center (610 Michigan) in Storm Lake. All welcome.
Church Center App — Download Yours NOW!
If you’re still using the old Summit Church App, we’re shutting it down soon. Download the latest App here: https://summitefc.churchcenter.com/setup!
Time Of Prayer -- @ 7:45-8:15 AM in the Cascades/Rockies Room
Join Pastor Joe each week for thirty minutes of group prayer. Let’s humble ourselves before the Lord and seek His face, praying for our worship services and other needs of the church family. There’s no need to sign up or commit; just come as you are available.
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.
Tate James Bezoni (Spencer & Laurel)
Aaron Mark Stender (Mark & Chelsea)
Paul Adam Timmerman (Mason & Libby)
Harper Mae Aberson (Ben & Jessi)
Renae Elizabeth Goodenow (Isaiah & Amanda)
Lydia Rae McCormick (Josh & Emma)
2024 Thanksgiving Offering Project
Join us as we generously give to assist CrossRidge EFC in the renovation of their new worship facility in Ida Grove! Our goal is to raise $25,000 for our “daughter” church we launched in 2011. Please pray for their church family as they reach out to new neighbors! Thank you for your prayerful consideration of how God might enable you to participate with us!
Adult Christmas Choir Rehearsal Today @ 2:30 PM
Join us as we begin the joyful time of preparing for the celebration of Christ’s birth through song! Directed by Pastor Jim, the choir is open to all, ages 14 and up. Performances will be Sunday, December 15 during both worship celebrations. Rehearsals 2:30-4:00 PM on Sundays, Nov 24; 1:00-2:30 PM on Sun Dec 8; 9:30-11:30 AM on Sat Dec 14.
Youth Groups TONIGHT
The ZONE (5th & 6th) and SALT (7th & 8th) meet weekly at 4:30 PM; Lighthouse (9th-12th) comes together at 6:30 PM.
Branson Bus Trip—November 18-21
53 adults leave tomorrow morning for Summit’s Christmas Tour of Branson, returning Thursday evening. Questions? See Diane Edwards.
Register Now for Upcoming Youth Weekends
Join us for the IMPACT Conference in Coralville, January 3-5 (gr 9-12), or WINTER BLAST at Hidden Acres, January 24-26 (gr 7-8). Sign up on Church Center App and see Pastor Mason if you have questions.
Rejoice Kids Choir Rehearsal — November 24 @ 3 PM
4’s through grade 4 are invited to participate as we prepare to sing in services Sunday, December 8. Directed by Ali Quintanilla and Sara Anderson. Rehearsals also on Sat, Dec 7.
Women’s Bible Study @ Summit — All Are Welcome
Join us at 9:00 AM Tuesdays, November 26, and December 3, as we continue our study of Habakkuk: Learning to Live by Faith.
The Lord’s Cupboard Food Pantry — Donations Needed!
Please bring sugar, pancake mix/syrup, spaghetti sauce, crackers, and more! Drop box by Summit Office. Contact Barb, 712-282-4494.
Summit's 30th Annual Turkey Bowl -- Thanksgiving Morning @ 8 AM
The tradition continues! Join us on the A-A Football Field for a great game of touch football. Hot cocoa and doughnuts will be served.
The Olive Branch Ministry Store
Gently-used clothing and household items for the community. Shop or donate at 111 S. Main St, Alta: Mon 4-7, Wed 12-4, Fri 10-2.
Have You Heard About The Flyover Podcast?
Tune in a weekly summary & further explanation of Sunday's sermon to prepare you for your small group discussions this week. Hosted by Pastor Joe and Pastor Doug. https://summitefc.churchcenter.com/pages/the-flyover
“Grief Share” Support Group — Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM
Paula Radke, Ryan Burkhart and Diane Pedersen lead weekly sessions at Summit Real Life Center (610 Michigan) in Storm Lake. All welcome.
Church Center App — Download Yours NOW!
If you’re still using the old Summit Church App, we’re shutting it down soon. Download the latest App here: https://summitefc.churchcenter.com/setup!
Time Of Prayer -- @ 7:45-8:15 AM in the Cascades/Rockies Room
Join Pastor Joe each week for thirty minutes of group prayer. Let’s humble ourselves before the Lord and seek His face, praying for our worship services and other needs of the church family. There’s no need to sign up or commit; just come as you are available.
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.