Enduring Truths Through Changing Times

In October of 1993, after years of serving in ministry together, Paul Herman, Tom Perez and Dave Galanter, met together to launch Summit View Church. The Church was being launched in an attempt to present the timeless truths of God in a form and language that the current culture could understand and respond to.

The simple objectives were:

-Allow people to experience the presence of the Holy Spirit as they participate in the worship of God

-Train them in the enduring truths of God

-Teach them to live out the heart felt values of God as understood by Summit View Church that they might experience the promise of a meaningful life filled with internal joy.

The result of these objectives being fulfilled would be that the members of Summit View would proclaim to their friends their new life which is found only through Jesus Christ.

We are confident the culture will continue to change. This will be evidenced especially in the areas of family breakdown, the re-evaluation of moral values, and an increased pace of life. It is our intention to establish practices and strategies that can be modified to reach the future generations. This is contingent upon the identification of each generation’s unique felt needs and relevant mediums of communication.

The Enduring Truths We Gather Together to Proclaim & Live

God

There is one true God who is both holy and loving, and is perfect in all His attributes. He is one in essence, but exists eternally in three Persons: the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. His holiness prompts our worship and obedience. His love propels us into the world to communicate His gospel.

Matthew 28:19; Isaiah 6:3; Ephesians 4:6; 1John 4:8,16; Revelation 4:8; 1John 5:7; Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 45:21; 2Corithians 5:14

Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ eternally exists as equal to the Father in all the attributes of Deity. He was virgin born as God incarnate, yet fully human. He was crucified and physically resurrected. He ascended to the Father, is seated at His right hand and has dominion over all heaven and earth. He will return in the flesh to receive His church unto himself.

John 10:30, 14:11; Colossians 2:9; Hebrews 1:3; Matt 1:25; Matthew 27:35; Philippians 2:6,7; Acts 2:33; John 20:27; Ephesians 1:20; 1Thessalonians 4:16, 17

Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit is a divine person, co-equal with the Father and the Son. He indwells all believers, placing them into the Body of Christ (the Church), and seals them for the day of redemption. It is His power that enables believers to live a life of obedience and holiness. He gives spiritual gifts to each believer. These gifts are not bound by time or tradition and are essential for effective ministry. The Holy Spirit convicts mankind of sin, of the righteousness of Jesus Christ, and the fact that Satan has been judged.

Acts 5:3,4; 1Corinthians 6:19; John 14:17; 1Corinthians 12:4-13; 1Peter 4:10; Colossians 2:6-8; Ephesians 4:11,12: John 16: 8-11

The Bible

The Bible is the Word of God, fully inspired and without error. It is the final authority in all matters regarding faith and practice for both the individual believer and the church. The Word of God is alive and active and able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:21; Hebrews 4:12; Psalms 119:105; Psalms 19:7; John 17:17

Man

Man was created in the image of God, and yet because of Adam’s sin, man incurred not only physical death, but also spiritual death, which is separation from God. Because of Adam’s sin, all human beings are born with a sinful nature and are incapable of pleasing God by their own efforts. Man has an eternal soul and will spend eternity either in the presence of God in heaven or separated from God in hell.

Genesis 1:26,27; Romans 3:23, 5:12, 6:23; Matthew 25:46

Salvation

Eternal life and a relationship with God is available only by God’s grace. It is realized through man’s personal faith in Jesus Christ and His atoning death on the cross.

Ephesians 1:7; 2:8,9; 1Peter 1:18,19; Romans 10:9,10

The Church

The universal church, of which Christ is the head, is comprised of all true believers. The local church is a community of believers who’s geographical location and common passion unite them in the cause of Christ. Each member has spiritual gifts that must be discovered and expressed for the common purpose of edifying, equipping, healing, serving, and training in righteousness so that the gospel is delivered effectively to a lost world.

1 Corinthians 12:27,28; Ephesians 4:11,12; 5:23; Colossians 1:18; Hebrews 10:24,25; Revelation 2,3; 1 Corinthians 12:4-10; Acts 1:8

The Enemy

Satan and his fallen angels are created beings whose goal is to destroy the relationship between man and God. He attempts this through deception, lies, accusations, and temptations. He masquerades as an angel of light, yet is the deceiver of mankind and there is no truth in him. Although Satan was defeated at the cross and his final destiny will be the lake of fire, he continues to be the ruler of this world and the archenemy of God and man.

Genesis 3, Ezekiel 28:13, Matthew 13:39; 25:41, John 8:44, Luke 4:13, 2Corinthians 11:14, Colossians 1:16, Hebrews 2:14, 1John 3:8, Revelation 12:9-10; 20:10: John 14:30

Inforamtion about Baptism

SUMMIT VIEW – WHO WE ARE & WHY WE EXIST

WHY WE EXIST…

to bring glory to God and the help people become more like Jesus.

WHO WE ARE…

Worshipers

Worshipers are in awe of God, responding to h is greatness regardless of circumstance.

John 4:24

God is spirit and his worshipers must worship in spirit and truth.

We believe that God deeply craves the unconditional worship of his people.

We believe that the Holy Spirit longs to move freely within his people

We believe that a surrendered life is the greatest expression of worship.

Family

Family members see all Christians as part of their own family and love to interact in a local community of believers.

Matthew 12:50

…whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother, sister and mother.

We believe that God is the Father of every Christ-follower, making all Christians brothers and sisters.

We believe that consistent, authentic relationships are crucial for healthy spiritual growth

We believe that being family is often difficult and messy.

Disciples

Disciples repeatedly dive into the process of becoming more like Jesus in his character and mission.

Luke 14:27

And anyone who does not carry his cross and follow me cannot be my disciple.

We believe that becoming more like Jesus is very costly, but results in a far more significant life.

We believe that every Christ-follower must take responsibility for their own spiritual growth under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

We believe that every Christ-follower must increasingly practice spiritual disciplines.

Servants

Servants compassionately put the needs of others before their own.

Philippians 2:5-7

Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus; who, being in very nature God…made himself nothing taking very nature of a servant

We believe that Jesus’ example, as the ultimate servant, must compel us to humbly serve God and others.

We believe that honoring God should be the motive, focus, and the result of our service.

We believe the Holy Spirit empowers every believer with unique gifts that are vital the health of his body.

Rescuers

Rescuers actively carry God’s grace and gospel out to those who have no hope in Christ.

Luke 19:10

For the Son of Man came to seek and to save what was lost.

We believe that the person of Jesus Christ is the answer to the deepest craving of every human heart.

We believe that the gospel of Jesus Christ is the only route to heaven, forgiveness, and lasting peace.

We believe that God’s people are responsible to fight for justice and deliver compassion throughout the world.