Summit Church
Two Sons, Two Sacrifices (Genesis 4:1-16)
Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025 - Message #7 by Pastor Doug Corlew; "In The Beginning" Genesis Series
Locations & Times
1000 S Main St, Alta, IA 51002, USA
Sunday 8:30 AM
Sunday 10:00 AM
How can we avoid the condemnation of those who walk "In the way of Cain"?
1. Accept God's Way of Salvation (v 1-5)
1. Accept God's Way of Salvation (v 1-5)
2. Heed God's Warnings About Sin (v 6-16)
Sermon Discussion
Applying God’s Word through Journey Groups, family devotions, or personal meditation:
Opener
1. What are observable differences between doing something out of obligation versus out of a sincere heart?
Recap
2. Read Genesis 4:1-16. What stood out to you most from the sermon? Was there a particular verse or point that resonated with you?
3. Why was Cain’s sacrifice rejected, but Abel’s accepted?
4. What are some ways people today approach God on their own terms rather than His?
5. From God’s warning to Cain in v 6-7, what do we learn about the nature of sin and its effect on us?
Digging Deeper—Read 1 John 3:11-18.
6. What point is John driving home by using the story of Cain and Abel in this passage?
7. According to this passage, what is the evidence of truly being saved?
8. How do v 11-13 help us understand the deeper spiritual significance of Cain and Abel?
Application
9. Cain’s story warns us against approaching God on our own terms. How can we ensure that our worship is rooted in faith and not just outward ritual?
10. Sin is always crouching at the door of your heart. How do we not let it overtake us?
Applying God’s Word through Journey Groups, family devotions, or personal meditation:
Opener
1. What are observable differences between doing something out of obligation versus out of a sincere heart?
Recap
2. Read Genesis 4:1-16. What stood out to you most from the sermon? Was there a particular verse or point that resonated with you?
3. Why was Cain’s sacrifice rejected, but Abel’s accepted?
4. What are some ways people today approach God on their own terms rather than His?
5. From God’s warning to Cain in v 6-7, what do we learn about the nature of sin and its effect on us?
Digging Deeper—Read 1 John 3:11-18.
6. What point is John driving home by using the story of Cain and Abel in this passage?
7. According to this passage, what is the evidence of truly being saved?
8. How do v 11-13 help us understand the deeper spiritual significance of Cain and Abel?
Application
9. Cain’s story warns us against approaching God on our own terms. How can we ensure that our worship is rooted in faith and not just outward ritual?
10. Sin is always crouching at the door of your heart. How do we not let it overtake us?
Make plans now to join us and bring your friends to our Holy Week Worship Celebrations!
Our 7 PM worship on Good Friday, April 18 will include friends from Summit Real Life Center and Hope EFC of Storm Lake. This service will feature three brief messages focused on Christ, “lifted up” on a cross for our salvation.
He is Risen! Join us Easter Sunday, April 20 at 8:30 or 10 AM as we celebrate the victorious resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ! We’ll talk about “doubting Thomas” and how we should handle our own struggles to believe.
Summit Kids Worship and Nursery available during both services on Easter.
Monday Night Women's Bible Study @ 6:30 PM
Join us in the Rockies/Cascades Rooms for "Ten Words To Live By" (author Jen Wilkin). Led by Monica Ehlers and Kristen Fox. Books are $10.
PEAK College Ministry—Tomorrow, April 14 @ 7 PM
All college-aged students are invited to the Summit Real Life Center for worship and fellowship. This is our final meeting for the semester. See Pastor Joe for more information.
Women’s & Men’s Bible Studies — Tuesdays, 9:00 AM
Both groups meet at the church to discuss the NT book of Jude.
Speeders Coffee 55+ — This Thurs, April 17 @ 9:30 AM
Join us for coffee and fellowship at The Bridge of Storm Lake (529 Seneca St). We’ll learn more about this ministry as we meet together.
Interested in Baptism?
Baptism is an outward sign of an inward change! It announces to the world that you belong to Jesus Christ. We will be celebrating baptisms at both services on Sunday, April 27. Contact one of our pastors if you are interested in participating that day.
The Lord’s Cupboard Food Pantry
Donations are needed for our local food pantry. Special items requested are sugar, apple juice, vegetable oil and Hunt’s spaghetti sauce. Drop box by the front door at Summit. Call Barb @ 712-282-4494 for info.
Have you heard about The Flyover Podcast?
Hear a weekly summary & further explanation of Sunday's sermon to prepare you for your small group discussions this week. Hosted this week by Pastor Joe and Pastor Doug.
Time Of Prayer @ 7:45-8:15 AM
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.
Our 7 PM worship on Good Friday, April 18 will include friends from Summit Real Life Center and Hope EFC of Storm Lake. This service will feature three brief messages focused on Christ, “lifted up” on a cross for our salvation.
He is Risen! Join us Easter Sunday, April 20 at 8:30 or 10 AM as we celebrate the victorious resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ! We’ll talk about “doubting Thomas” and how we should handle our own struggles to believe.
Summit Kids Worship and Nursery available during both services on Easter.
Monday Night Women's Bible Study @ 6:30 PM
Join us in the Rockies/Cascades Rooms for "Ten Words To Live By" (author Jen Wilkin). Led by Monica Ehlers and Kristen Fox. Books are $10.
PEAK College Ministry—Tomorrow, April 14 @ 7 PM
All college-aged students are invited to the Summit Real Life Center for worship and fellowship. This is our final meeting for the semester. See Pastor Joe for more information.
Women’s & Men’s Bible Studies — Tuesdays, 9:00 AM
Both groups meet at the church to discuss the NT book of Jude.
Speeders Coffee 55+ — This Thurs, April 17 @ 9:30 AM
Join us for coffee and fellowship at The Bridge of Storm Lake (529 Seneca St). We’ll learn more about this ministry as we meet together.
Interested in Baptism?
Baptism is an outward sign of an inward change! It announces to the world that you belong to Jesus Christ. We will be celebrating baptisms at both services on Sunday, April 27. Contact one of our pastors if you are interested in participating that day.
The Lord’s Cupboard Food Pantry
Donations are needed for our local food pantry. Special items requested are sugar, apple juice, vegetable oil and Hunt’s spaghetti sauce. Drop box by the front door at Summit. Call Barb @ 712-282-4494 for info.
Have you heard about The Flyover Podcast?
Hear a weekly summary & further explanation of Sunday's sermon to prepare you for your small group discussions this week. Hosted this week by Pastor Joe and Pastor Doug.
Time Of Prayer @ 7:45-8:15 AM
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.