Summit Church

The Heavenly City (Revelation 21:9-22:5)
Sunday, December 8, 2024 - Message #30 by Pastor Doug Corlew
Locations & Times
1000 S Main St, Alta, IA 51002, USA
Sunday 8:30 AM
Sunday 10:00 AM
1. RADIANT with God's Glory (21:9-14)
2. SECURE in God's Presence (21:15-21)
3. TRANSFORMED in God's Light (21:22-27)
4. REFRESHED by God's Life (22:1-5)
Applying God’s Word through Journey Groups, family devotions, or personal meditation:
Opener
1. What is the most beautifully designed building you’ve ever seen? What made it memorable?
Recap
2. Read Revelation 21:9—22:5. What stood out to you as challenging, encouraging, or confusing from this week’s sermon or passage?
3. Why would the dimensions of the city reflect that of the “holy of holies” in the tabernacle? What could this imagery be telling us?
4. Based on what you remember from Genesis 1-3, what could be the significance of having the river of life and the tree of life in the city?
5. What does it mean that we will “need no light of lamp or sun” (22:5)?
Digging Deeper – Read 1 John 2:28—3:3.
6. What does the promise of seeing God’s face mean to you? How does that shape your longing for heaven?
7. How does “abiding in Christ” now prepare for us for the radiant glory ahead?
8. What can you do to “purify” your heart in light of Christ’s return?
Application
9. What are some practical ways you can prepare your heart this Advent season to celebrate not only Christ’s first coming, but his second as well?
10. How has God worked in your heart through your personal Bible reading this week?
Opener
1. What is the most beautifully designed building you’ve ever seen? What made it memorable?
Recap
2. Read Revelation 21:9—22:5. What stood out to you as challenging, encouraging, or confusing from this week’s sermon or passage?
3. Why would the dimensions of the city reflect that of the “holy of holies” in the tabernacle? What could this imagery be telling us?
4. Based on what you remember from Genesis 1-3, what could be the significance of having the river of life and the tree of life in the city?
5. What does it mean that we will “need no light of lamp or sun” (22:5)?
Digging Deeper – Read 1 John 2:28—3:3.
6. What does the promise of seeing God’s face mean to you? How does that shape your longing for heaven?
7. How does “abiding in Christ” now prepare for us for the radiant glory ahead?
8. What can you do to “purify” your heart in light of Christ’s return?
Application
9. What are some practical ways you can prepare your heart this Advent season to celebrate not only Christ’s first coming, but his second as well?
10. How has God worked in your heart through your personal Bible reading this week?

Help Bless CrossRidge EFC through Thanksgiving Offering
Please help our daughter church as they renovate their new facility.
Adult Christmas Choir Rehearsal — TODAY@ 1:00 PM
Performances Sunday, December 15. Rehearsal 9:30 AM Sat Dec 14.
55+ Speeders Christmas Caroling — TODAY @ 4 PM
Meet at Otsego Place in Storm Lake. Bring an unwrapped small gift to share with a resident. RSVP to Jill @ 712-299-3973. A soup supper will follow at Bruce & Diane Edwards’ home (5320 85th Ave, SL).
Youth Groups -- Today
4:30 for ZONE (5th-6th) & SALT (7th-8th). 6:30 for Lighthouse (9th-12th).
Christmas Party for Youth Groups — Sunday, December 15
Bring a wrapped “white elephant” $0-5 item for exchange as we celebrate Christmas together! Don’t forget to wear an “ugly” Christmas sweater! 4:30 for ZONE (5th-6th) & SALT (7th-8th). 6:30 for Lighthouse (9th-12th). Questions? See Pastor Mason.
Adopt A Family — Gifts Due Sunday, December 15
Grab a tag in the Atrium, go shopping, and help brighten someone’s Christmas. Return the wrapped gift with the original tag attached. Questions? See Pastor Renato.
Speeders 55+ Coffee — Thursday, December 19 @ 9:30 AM
All those 55+ are invited for fellowship at the Holstein Travel Center (2010 Indorf Avenue). See Diane Edwards for more info.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 3:30 & 5:00 PM
Join us and enjoy the carols of Christmas and a message of hope from God’s Word! Invite your family and friends!
Christmas Poinsettias — Order Now
Stop at the Welcome Table to pick up a poinsettia order form to donate in honor or in memory of a loved one. Flowers are $16.
The Olive Branch Ministry Store
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.
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 Room D
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.
Please help our daughter church as they renovate their new facility.
Adult Christmas Choir Rehearsal — TODAY@ 1:00 PM
Performances Sunday, December 15. Rehearsal 9:30 AM Sat Dec 14.
55+ Speeders Christmas Caroling — TODAY @ 4 PM
Meet at Otsego Place in Storm Lake. Bring an unwrapped small gift to share with a resident. RSVP to Jill @ 712-299-3973. A soup supper will follow at Bruce & Diane Edwards’ home (5320 85th Ave, SL).
Youth Groups -- Today
4:30 for ZONE (5th-6th) & SALT (7th-8th). 6:30 for Lighthouse (9th-12th).
Christmas Party for Youth Groups — Sunday, December 15
Bring a wrapped “white elephant” $0-5 item for exchange as we celebrate Christmas together! Don’t forget to wear an “ugly” Christmas sweater! 4:30 for ZONE (5th-6th) & SALT (7th-8th). 6:30 for Lighthouse (9th-12th). Questions? See Pastor Mason.
Adopt A Family — Gifts Due Sunday, December 15
Grab a tag in the Atrium, go shopping, and help brighten someone’s Christmas. Return the wrapped gift with the original tag attached. Questions? See Pastor Renato.
Speeders 55+ Coffee — Thursday, December 19 @ 9:30 AM
All those 55+ are invited for fellowship at the Holstein Travel Center (2010 Indorf Avenue). See Diane Edwards for more info.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 3:30 & 5:00 PM
Join us and enjoy the carols of Christmas and a message of hope from God’s Word! Invite your family and friends!
Christmas Poinsettias — Order Now
Stop at the Welcome Table to pick up a poinsettia order form to donate in honor or in memory of a loved one. Flowers are $16.
The Olive Branch Ministry Store
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.
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 Room D
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.