The Summit Church The Great Beginning
Sep 28, 2025
Explore the breathtaking vision of a new heaven and earth, where God dwells with His people once more. Discover the true meaning behind biblical symbolism, and how our identities remain intact. Delve into the joy of restored pleasures and how pain is transformed into beauty. The call to share the gospel rings with urgency, as the consequences of rejecting God are solemnly addressed. With reflections on eternal life and the impermanence of earthly desires, this message invites all to embrace the hope and renewal offered through faith.
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Heaven Is A Restored Creation
- The new heaven and new earth are kainos, meaning restored not completely new.
- Heaven renews and remakes creation into a glorified, improved version of what we know now.
Heaven Comes Down To Us
- Heaven comes down to earth rather than us going up to heaven.
- Jesus' resurrection is the first fruits showing continuity with our future bodies and world.
Playful Glimpse Of Glorified Pleasure
- J.D. imagines glorified pleasures like resurrected Hawaii, ribeyes, and Waffle House.
- He uses humor to show heaven will be joyfully fuller, not boring or tedious.
