Summit Church
Loving Our Neighbors (Jeremiah 29:1-14)
Sunday, January 26, 2024 - Message #4 by Pastor Doug Corlew; Jeremiah: Call To Me Sermon Series
Locations & Times
1000 S Main St, Alta, IA 51002, USA
Sunday 8:30 AM
Sunday 10:00 AM
1. Establish a presence (v 5-6)
2. Help others flourish (v 7)
3. Remember your true home (v 10-14)
Sermon Discussion
Applying God’s Word through Journey Groups, family devotions, or personal meditation:
Opener
1. What brought you to northwest Iowa? What keeps you around?
Recap
2. Read Jeremiah 29:1-14. What stood out to you most from the sermon? Was there a particular verse or point that resonated with you?
3. Do you see yourself as a “resident alien” where God has placed you? How do you balance being part of your community while maintaining a distinct Christian identity?
4. In what ways are you actively contributing to the welfare of your community? How might God be calling you to do more?
5. How does focusing on your true eternal home influence how you live in your temporary earthly home?
Digging Deeper—Read Matthew 5:14-16.
6. What does it mean that we are a “city on a hill” or “the light of the world”?
7. How are you tempted to hide your light?
8. Are there ways that God is calling you to be visible as a follower of Jesus? Explain.
Application
9. How does the sermon’s call to "adorn the doctrine of God" (Titus 2:10) challenge the way we live as individuals and as a church?
10. Close together as a group by praying for the community where God has placed you, for those in need, and for opportunities to shine Christ’s light?
Applying God’s Word through Journey Groups, family devotions, or personal meditation:
Opener
1. What brought you to northwest Iowa? What keeps you around?
Recap
2. Read Jeremiah 29:1-14. What stood out to you most from the sermon? Was there a particular verse or point that resonated with you?
3. Do you see yourself as a “resident alien” where God has placed you? How do you balance being part of your community while maintaining a distinct Christian identity?
4. In what ways are you actively contributing to the welfare of your community? How might God be calling you to do more?
5. How does focusing on your true eternal home influence how you live in your temporary earthly home?
Digging Deeper—Read Matthew 5:14-16.
6. What does it mean that we are a “city on a hill” or “the light of the world”?
7. How are you tempted to hide your light?
8. Are there ways that God is calling you to be visible as a follower of Jesus? Explain.
Application
9. How does the sermon’s call to "adorn the doctrine of God" (Titus 2:10) challenge the way we live as individuals and as a church?
10. Close together as a group by praying for the community where God has placed you, for those in need, and for opportunities to shine Christ’s light?
Annual Congregational Meeting TODAY @ 11:15 AM
Join us in the Worship Center as we reflect on the Lord’s blessings over the past year and share the vision for our ministries heading into 2025. Everyone is welcome, and nursery will be provided.
Valentine’s Banquet featuring Charles Marshall — Friday, Feb 14 @ 6:00 PM
$30 Tickets are on sale NOW for our annual catered Valentine’s Banquet! This year, we’re featuring Christian comedian Charles Marshall. Make plans to bring a friend and enjoy this special evening of great food, fellowship, and lots of laughs!
Youth Groups TODAY
18 7-8th grade students and chaperones are wrapping up a great weekend at Hidden Acres this afternoon! Please note The ZONE (5-6th) will meet at 4:30 PM at Summit today, and grades 9-12th at 6:30 PM.
Women’s & Men’s Bible Studies — Tuesdays, 9:00 AM
Both groups are studying the NT book of Jude: Contending for the Faith in Today’s Culture. Ladies meet this week with April and Ali. Men will resume their study on Tuesday, February 11 with Dave Stender.
Timothy Team — This Friday, January 31 @ 6 AM
Guys, please note a slight change in our normal Timothy Team schedule as we are meeting THIS FRIDAY instead of February 7. Join us for breakfast and session 2 of Evangelical Convictions.
Financial Peace University—Starts February 16
The nine-week class will meet at 10 AM Sundays in The Loft with Raegan Launderville. Cost is $60; register in your Church Center App.
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.
HOPE FOR LIFE BABY BOTTLE FUNDRAISER
Stop by the table in the Atrium — and fill it with loose change, cash, or checks to help purchase a new ultrasound machine for Hope for Life Women’s Resource Center in Storm Lake. Return bottle by 2/23.
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.
Join us in the Worship Center as we reflect on the Lord’s blessings over the past year and share the vision for our ministries heading into 2025. Everyone is welcome, and nursery will be provided.
Valentine’s Banquet featuring Charles Marshall — Friday, Feb 14 @ 6:00 PM
$30 Tickets are on sale NOW for our annual catered Valentine’s Banquet! This year, we’re featuring Christian comedian Charles Marshall. Make plans to bring a friend and enjoy this special evening of great food, fellowship, and lots of laughs!
Youth Groups TODAY
18 7-8th grade students and chaperones are wrapping up a great weekend at Hidden Acres this afternoon! Please note The ZONE (5-6th) will meet at 4:30 PM at Summit today, and grades 9-12th at 6:30 PM.
Women’s & Men’s Bible Studies — Tuesdays, 9:00 AM
Both groups are studying the NT book of Jude: Contending for the Faith in Today’s Culture. Ladies meet this week with April and Ali. Men will resume their study on Tuesday, February 11 with Dave Stender.
Timothy Team — This Friday, January 31 @ 6 AM
Guys, please note a slight change in our normal Timothy Team schedule as we are meeting THIS FRIDAY instead of February 7. Join us for breakfast and session 2 of Evangelical Convictions.
Financial Peace University—Starts February 16
The nine-week class will meet at 10 AM Sundays in The Loft with Raegan Launderville. Cost is $60; register in your Church Center App.
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.
HOPE FOR LIFE BABY BOTTLE FUNDRAISER
Stop by the table in the Atrium — and fill it with loose change, cash, or checks to help purchase a new ultrasound machine for Hope for Life Women’s Resource Center in Storm Lake. Return bottle by 2/23.
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.