Weekly Update

Such a Generous Occasion

to all who helped, thank you

Highland, to those who made this very helpful event possible, thank you! So many people left our Churchyard Giveaway glowing with gratitude! To love our neighbors in such practical ways is one the most exciting expressions of knowing Christ Jesus; this yard-giveaway was of that very tone. Highland, thank you for your devoted expression of the love of Christ to our neighbors.

Congratulations, Noah & Emma!

they’re engaged!

Many of you have met Emma. She and Noah have been dating over the last year. Last Sunday evening, Noah proposed to her and she said, ‘yes’ ! Our entire family is thrilled to welcome her into our lives! She has been a pure delight to all of us! Emma, we look forward to continuing to share life with you. May the Lord continue to shepherd the both of you as you enter this new chapter of life together.

Sunday Service begins at 10am — all are welcome.

SUNDAY MORNING SCHEDULE

8am: Doors open

8:30am–9:15am: Coffee & Conversation in our Dining Facility

9am-10am: Sunday School Classes (see class schedule)

9:15am-9:45am: Devotion in our Dining Facility & Robert’s Study for Men (In Classroom 7)

10am: Sunday Morning Service in our sanctuary (In our gym)

Sunday School Starts at 9am.

sunday school’s in session

Let’s continue to take a deeper dive into God’s Word as we gather throughout this Sunday School Session, Highland. Classes are held at 9am on Sunday mornings. I look forward to seeing you! Classes begin at 9am. This class-session concludes October 5th. Find class details below.

Coffee & Conversation in Our Dining Every Sunday Morning — Doors open at 8am.

CLASSES OFFERED & THEIR LOCATIONS

Classes begin at 9am; Classes Conclude October 5th

Classroom 1: 0-2 year olds: Church Nursery

Classroom 2: 3 and 4 year olds

Classroom 3: Kindergarten-Second Grade Class

Classroom 4: Third-Fifth Grade Class

Classroom 5: Tweens & Teen Boys

Classroom 6: Understanding Theology, with Mike Hare

Classroom 7: Men’s Bible Study (Ongoing throughout the year)

Classroom 8: Tweens & Teen Girls

Red-brick Sanctuary: Practicing the Way Class

Dining Facility: Life Class Devotion (Ongoing throughout the year)

Click here to view slides.

Continuing through Matthew

Throughout chapter nine, Jesus declares Himself to be the Son of Man when He is speaking to the Scribes. As we work through the text, Matthew then gives us a glimpse into seeing how Jesus will forge this new covenant, forming a new dominion (as the Son of Man is understood to do). He will establish this new dominion in His own body and in His own blood.

In looking at this declaration, Jesus makes known to us that He’s not come to abolish the law, He has come to fulfill the law and the prophets. This small detail is very important. Let’s look back at Jesus’ statement in the Sermon on the Mount.

“Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. For truly, I say to you, until heaven and earth pass away, not an iota, not a dot, will pass from the Law until all is accomplished.”

— Matthew 5:17-18

We continue to see that Jesus will meld together the law & the prophets in His ministry; thereby, in His own blood, satisfying the wrath of God. Anyone, therefore, who repents of their sin, declaring Jesus to be Lord will know salvation from the wrath of God through Jesus.

In Matthew 9:18-34, Jesus encounters and ministers to the Distinguished, the Destitute, the Demon Oppressed. As we started unpacking this passage last Sunday, we will continue through this text this upcoming Sunday, moving toward the tenth chapter. To listen to sermons in our series — click here.

book of REMEMBRANCE — 20 years

October marks twenty years of Highland Community Church’s existence. Originally a plant of Edgewood Baptist Church, we have seen the Lord establish His purposes in us. May we both continue to exist to know Christ as Lord, and to make Him known to those around us, throughout our days.

To commend this occasion, we invite you to complete an entry in our Book of Remembrance. By clicking here, you access our form, completing your entry. We hope to compile them, offering all a chance to see how the Lord is at work in our lives. We welcome your participation.

Community Bible Study

The Bible Study will be held at Christ Community Church on Thursdays, at 9:30am.

community bible study on thursdays

Consider attending this community-wide Bible Study. It’s held at Christ Community Church on Thursdays, at 9:30am. For more information, please click here, or, speak with Kathy Jordan.

Highland cafe’

Open for business! 8:30am—11:30am, M-F

Highland cafe’

Always glad to welcome back familiar faces! The cafe’s open and our volunteers from Highland are doing a really good job! Devotedly, they show up with a smile on their face and warmth in their hearts to afford those who stop in for a cup of coffee! To those who support this ministry, thank you! I appreciate you allowing us to be hospitable to our neighbors in the name of Christ. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us.

So grateful for you, Highland.

I love you,

Rob

Weekly Update

Yard Give-away this Saturday, 9am

Yard Give-away this saturday, 9am

We have some of the kindest and most considerate folks at Highland. This Saturday, we see, yet, another example of that expression of kindness. Some of our families will come together to offer a yard-giveaway. It will take place in our church parking lot and will start at 9am. All are welcome to come by, take home something you deem helpful, or just something you like! To all who are making it happen, thank you! I appreciate your display of kindness.

Sunday Service begins at 10am — all are welcome.

SUNDAY MORNING SCHEDULE

8am: Doors open

8:30am–9:15am: Coffee & Conversation in our Dining Facility

9am-10am: Sunday School Classes (see class schedule below)

9:15am-9:45am: Devotion in our Dining Facility & Robert’s Study for Men (In Classroom 7)

10am: Sunday Morning Service in our sanctuary (In our gym)

Sunday School Starts at 9am.

sunday school’s in session

Let’s continue to take a deeper dive into God’s Word as we gather throughout this Sunday School Session, Highland. Classes are held at 9am on Sunday mornings. I look forward to seeing you! Find class details below.

Coffee & Convo Devo —9:15am-9:45am (Coffee served starting at 8am).

CLASSES OFFERED & THEIR LOCATIONS

Classes begin at 9am; Classes Conclude October 5th

Classroom 1: 0-2 year olds: Church Nursery

Classroom 2: 3 and 4 year olds

Classroom 3: Kindergarten-Second Grade Class

Classroom 4: Third-Fifth Grade Class

Classroom 5: Tweens & Teen Boys

Classroom 6: Understanding Theology, with Mike Hare

Classroom 7: Men’s Bible Study (Ongoing throughout the year)

Classroom 8: Tweens & Teen Girls

Red-brick Sanctuary: Practicing the Way Class

Dining Facility: Life Class Devotion (Ongoing throughout the year)

Click here to view slides.

Continuing through Matthew

As we continue our journey through Matthew, the beauty of the heart of Christ just continues to radiate! Highland, how I long for us to marvel upon the majesty of Christ Jesus – that He would be our greatest affection! As we saw the glimmering of the Gospel in last weeks’ text, may we all consider our own relationship with the Lord, that we may love Him with our whole heart! Join us this Sunday, as we continue through Matthew 9, together. To listen to sermons in our series — click here.

book of REMEMBRANCE — 20 years

October marks twenty years of Highland Community Church’s existence. Originally a plant of Edgewood Baptist Church, we have seen the Lord establish His purposes in us. May we both continue to exist to know Christ as Lord, and to make Him known to those around us, throughout our days.

To commend this occasion, we invite you to complete an entry in our Book of Remembrance. By clicking here, you access our form, completing your entry. We hope to compile them, offering all a chance to see how the Lord is at work in our lives. We welcome your participation.

Community Bible Study

The Bible Study will be held at Christ Community Church on Thursdays, at 9:30am.

community bible study on thursdays

Consider attending this community-wide Bible Study. It’s held at Christ Community Church on Thursdays, at 9:30am. For more information, please click here, or, speak with Kathy Jordan.

Highland cafe’

Open for business! 8:30am—11:30am, M-F

Highland cafe’

Always glad to welcome back familiar faces! The cafe’s open and our volunteers from Highland are doing a really good job! Devotedly, they show up with a smile on their face and warmth in their hearts to afford those who stop in for a cup of coffee! To those who support this ministry, thank you! I appreciate you allowing us to be hospitable to our neighbors in the name of Christ. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us.

So grateful for you, Highland.

I love you,

Rob

Weekly Update

Sunday Service begins at 10am — all are welcome.

SUNDAY MORNING SCHEDULE

8am: Doors open

8:30am–9:15am: Coffee & Conversation in our Dining Facility

9am-10am: Sunday School Classes (see class schedule below)

9:15am-9:45am: Devotion in our Dining Facility & Robert’s Study for Men.

10am: Sunday Morning Service in our sanctuary (In our gym)

Sunday School Starts at 9am.

sunday school’s in session

Let’s continue to take a deeper dive into God’s Word as we gather throughout this Sunday School Session, Highland. Classes are held at 9am on Sunday mornings. I look forward to seeing you! Find class details below.

Coffee & Convo Devo —9:15am-9:45am (Coffee served starting at 8am).

CLASSES OFFERED & THEIR LOCATIONS

Classes begin at 9am; Classes Conclude October 5th

Classroom 1: 0-2 year olds: Church Nursery

Classroom 2: 3 and 4 year olds

Classroom 3: Kindergarten-Second Grade Class

Classroom 4: Third-Fifth Grade Class

Classroom 5: Tweens & Teen Boys

Classroom 6: Understanding Theology, with Mike Hare

Classroom 7: Men’s Bible Study (Ongoing throughout the year)

Classroom 8: Tweens & Teen Girls

Red-brick Sanctuary: Practicing the Way Class

Dining Facility: Life Class Devotion (Ongoing throughout the year)

Click here to view slides.

Continuing through Matthew

As we continue to journey through the Gospel of Matthew, it is my hope that we continue to savor the beauty of the heart of Christ together! In reflecting upon last Sunday’s sermon, Jesus’ desire for mercy is a directive unto us all. He instructs us to consider our own sinful hearts and, in light of the Holy Spirit’s conviction, know our deep need for mercy.

Charles Spurgeon greatly elaborates upon points from last Sunday’s sermon. In light of coming face-to-face with our sinful-condition by way of the Holy Spirit’s conviction, Spurgeon refers to recognizing our need for mercy as being “poor in spirit.” In praying for the hard-hearted, he writes: “I know no greater mercy in that they might be blessed with spiritual poverty, that they might be made to feel how poor they are. For they will never know Christ and they will never rise to be practically merciful themselves till first they see their own true condition and have obtained mercy enough to lie down at the foot of the cross, and there, with a broken heart, confess that they are empty and poor.” So good!

We sought to learn what Jesus meant when he said: “I desire mercy, not sacrifice.” In closing, we placed a magnifying-glass over the word, mercy, making these points:

  • To desire mercy is to look at our heart.

  • To desire mercy means that we desire the Lord, Himself, because He is merciful.

In seeing the condition of our sinful hearts, then calling out to the Lord for mercy, we find our greatest delight is in being near Him! In being parched, aching in thirst, when someone gives us a drink of water, we savor every sip, taking refuge in the One who offered us the cup.

As we have received mercy, our aching hearts are calmed! We then are transformed by the Giver of mercy, only wanting to impart what mercy we have received unto all, that all may be comforted in His mercy. Highland, let us comfort others in mercy, as we are merely recipients of the Lord’s mercy. Feel free to listen — click here. This Sunday, we continue to work through Matthew 9 — looking forward to seeing you.

Community Bible Study

The Bible Study will be held at Christ Community Church on Thursdays, at 9:30am.

community bible study on thursdays

Consider attending this community-wide Bible Study. It’s held at Christ Community Church on Thursdays, at 9:30am. For more information, please click here, or, speak with Kathy Jordan.

Highland cafe’

Open for business! 8:30am—11:30am, M-F

Highland cafe’

The cafe’s open and our volunteers from Highland are doing a really good job! Devotedly, they show up with a smile on their face and warmth in their hearts to afford those who stop in for a cup of coffee! To those who support this ministry, thank you! I appreciate you allowing us to be hospitable to our neighbors in the name of Christ. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us.

So grateful for you, Highland.

I love you,

Rob

Weekly Update

Great job leading us, Noah & Team!

SUNDAY MORNING SCHEDULE

8am: Doors open

8:30am–9:15am: Coffee & Conversation in our Dining Facility

9am-10am: Sunday School Classes (see class schedule below)

9:15am-9:45am: Devotion in our Dining Facility & Robert’s Study for Men.

10am: Sunday Morning Service in our sanctuary (In our gym)

way to fill the rooms!

During this Sunday School Session, let’s continue to be deliberate in our pursuit of deeper fellowship, Highland — with both each other and with Christ Jesus. Growth does not happen by accident; we must engage and seek after the Lord. To those leading and serving, thank you! How blessed we are to have you as part of the Highland Tribe. See class details below.

CLASSES OFFERED & THEIR LOCATIONS

Classes begin at 9am; Classes Conclude October 5th

Classroom 1: 0-2 year olds: Church Nursery

Classroom 2: 3 and 4 year olds

Classroom 3: Kindergarten-Second Grade Class

Classroom 4: Third-Fifth Grade Class

Classroom 5: Tweens & Teen Boys

Classroom 6: Practicing the Way Class

Classroom 7: Men’s Bible Study (Ongoing throughout the year)

Classroom 8: Tweens & Teen Girls

Red-brick Sanctuary: Understanding Theology, with Mike Hare (begins at 8:45)

Dining Facility: Life Class Devotion (Ongoing throughout the year)

Click here to view slides.

Continuing through Matthew

Highland,

As we continue to journey through the Gospel of Matthew, it is my hope that we continue to savor the beauty of the heart of Christ together! In reflecting upon last Sunday’s sermon, Jesus’ desire for mercy is a directive unto us all, which demands us to consider our own sinful hearts and, in light of the Holy Spirit’s convictions, see our deep need for mercy.

Spurgeon greatly elaborates upon points from last Sunday’s sermon. In light of coming face-to-face with our sinful-condition by way of the Holy Spirit’s conviction, Spurgeon refers to recognizing our need for mercy as being “poor in spirit.” In praying for the hard-hearted, he writes: “I know no greater mercy in that they might be blessed with spiritual poverty, that they might be made to feel how poor they are. For they will never know Christ and they will never rise to be practically merciful themselves till first they see their own true condition and have obtained mercy enough to lie down at the foot of the cross, and there, with a broken heart, confess that they are empty and poor.”

In closing, we placed a magnifying glass over the word, mercy, making these points: We sought to learn what Jesus meant when he said: “I desire mercy, not sacrifice.”

  • To desire mercy is to look at our heart.

  • To desire mercy means that we desire the Lord, Himself, because He is merciful.

In seeing the condition of our sinful hearts, then calling out to the Lord for mercy, we find our greatest delight is in being near Him! In being parched, aching in thirst, when someone gives us a drink of water, we savor every sip and take refuge in the one who offered us the cup.

As we have received mercy, our aching hearts are calmed! We then are transformed by the Giver of mercy, only wanting to impart what mercy we have received unto all, that all may be comforted in His mercy. Highland, let us comfort others in mercy, as we are recipients of the Lord’s mercy. Feel free to listen — click here. This Sunday, we continue to work through Matthew 9 — looking forward to seeing you, Highland.

Community Bible Study

Community-Wide Bible Study will be held at Christ Community Church on Thursdays, at 9:30am.

community bible study on thursdays

Kathy Jordan and I have discussed this Community Bible Study. Consider this an opportunity to attend and study God’s Word. The Bible Study will be held at Christ Community Church on Thursdays, at 9:30am. For more information, please click here, or, speak with Kathy Jordan.

Highland cafe’

Open for business! 8:30am—11:30am, M-F

Highland cafe’

The cafe’s open and our volunteers from Highland are doing a really good job! Devotedly, they show up with a smile on their face and warmth in their hearts to afford those who stop in for a cup of coffee! To those who support this ministry, thank you! I appreciate you allowing us to be hospitable to our neighbors in the name of Christ. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us.

So grateful for you, Highland.

I love you,

Rob

Weekly Update

SUNDAY MORNING SCHEDULE

8am: Doors open

8:30am–9:15am: Coffee & Conversation in our Dining Facility

9am-10am: Sunday School Classes (see class schedule below)

9:15am-9:45am: Devotion in our Dining Facility & Robert’s Study for Men.

10am: Sunday Morning Service in our sanctuary (In our gym)

way to fill the rooms!

Highland, I am so proud of us! Way to fill the rooms this last Sunday! To see our home filled with so many eager to study God’s Word together brought me such hope! This is what it looks like to go deeper! To stay together, to study together and to serve together! Let’s stay the course! This Sunday School Semester runs through Sunday October 5th. Make every effort to attend, abounding in love for God’s Word and for one another. Here’s the schedule of classes:

CLASSES OFFERED & THEIR LOCATIONS

Classes begin at 9am

Classroom 1: 0-2 year olds: Church Nursery

Classroom 2: 3 and 4 year olds

Classroom 3: Kindergarten-Second Grade Class

Classroom 4: Third-Fifth Grade Class

Classroom 5: Tweens & Teen Boys

Classroom 6: Practicing the Way Class

Classroom 7: Men’s Bible Study (Ongoing throughout the year)

Classroom 8: Tweens & Teen Girls

Red-brick Sanctuary: Understanding Theology, with Mike Hare (begins at 8:45)

Dining Facility: Life Class Devotion (Ongoing throughout the year)

Click here to view slides.

Continuing through Matthew

We concluded chapter eight in our series through Matthew last Sunday. In chapter eight, Matthew describes the crowds’ response to the Sermon on the Mount as being that they were astonished because Jesus taught as with one who has authority.

This is a monumental moment in the Gospel of Matthew. Jesus could have taken this moment and built his entourage right here! As a matter of fact, it was customary for rabbis to cultivate a following, leveraging influence to fuel their agendas. So, we find ourselves in the middle of this moment in the life of Jesus. Bearing authority of Heaven & Earth: What will Jesus do with His authority? Instead of building His entourage, Jesus ‘empties Himself’ (Philippians 2). He takes on the form of a servant, honoring His Father’s Name by ministering to:

  • The Outcasts (Matthew 8:1-4)

  • The Outsiders (Matthew 8: 5-13)

  • The Oppressed (Matthew 8:14-17)

The latter half of chapter eight affords us the opportunity to see how many will respond to the authority of Jesus. Thereby, we are also challenged, asking ourselves how we respond to the authority in His Name. These two questions, borrowed from N.T. Wright’s commentary, serve as a probe for our hearts:

  • Do we actually treat Jesus as if He has authority over every aspect of our lives?

  • Are we living in such a way that, even in the confrontation of evil, that others say of us – ‘what sort of people can they be?

Sermons are available to listen through the last three weeks, in which we covered chapter eight of Matthew. Feel free to listen — click here. This Sunday, we break open chapter nine together. Looking forward to seeing you Sunday!

thank you, Highland!

Highland – Truth Spring is privileged to have begun another academic year! The fact that we get to welcome our neighbors to be part of both Truth Spring Academy and Truth Spring Trade School would not be possible without your hospitality, Highland. Please continue to pray for us, as we direct students’ hearts toward the love and power of Jesus! Also, pray for Truth Spring’s leadership – that we may carry the name of the Lord honorably.

Community Bible Study

This is an enriching opportunity coming to Columbus! Talk to Kathy Jordan to get more details.

community bible study starting in columbus

Kathy Jordan has brought to my attention an exciting opportunity! Columbus is being afforded a Biblically-rich experience! Community Bible Study, which is a broad ministry, is opening a chapter locally. Furthermore, the study will be through the Gospel of Matthew!

As Kathy and I have discussed the content and I have also reviewed the material, it’s evident that this could prove to be such a meaningful time for community, study and growth! The Bible Study will be held at Christ Community Church, starting August 28th, at 9:30am. For more information, please click here, or, speak with Kathy Jordan.

Highland cafe’

Open for business! 8:30am—11:30am, M-F

Highland cafe’ update

The cafe’s open and our volunteers are doing a really good job! Each weekday, they show up with a smile on their face and warmth in their hearts to afford those who stop in for a cup of coffee! To those who support this ministry, thank you! I appreciate you allowing us to be hospitable to our neighbors in the name of Christ.

So grateful for you, Highland.

I love you,

Rob

Weekly Update

Elation and freedom.

Jack’s Baptism

Sharing in the baptism of Jack last Sunday was an unforgettable experience. To see him so longingly look into the heavens while being submersed into the waters of baptism is a moment I will never forget. Let’s continue to rally around Jack in love and in prayer, Highland. Let us continue to look to the Lord; for He is our strong Redeemer. His love conquers sin. His love endures. His love is eternal.

Click here to view slides.

Continuing through Matthew — Chapter eight

Matthew 8:23—34

This Sunday, we will continue through Matthew 8. The central question we continue to answer is: How do we respond to the authority of the name of Jesus? At this point in Matthew’s Gospel, we observe varying responses to His Lordship. Boiling it all down to application, how are you responding to the authority of the name of Jesus? ! Last Sunday’s sermon is available through our website; please feel free to check out our audio page to hear it.

Sunday School resumes August 10th, this Sunday, 9am

Sunday School Semester Begins

Our Sunday School semester starts this Sunday, 9am. Let’s continue to deepen our love for one another, especially as we grab hold of God’ Word together. As a people for God, discipleship must be at the core of our community. To those leading — know you are appreciated!

Classes Offered & Their Locations

Classroom 1: 0-2 year olds: Church Nursery

Classroom 2: 3 and 4 year olds: First Green Room

Classroom 3: Kindergarten-Second Grade Class: Second Green Room

Classroom 4: Third-Fifth Grade Class: Yellow Room

Classroom 5: Tweens & Teen Boys: Red Room

Classroom 6: Practicing the Way Class: Second Orange Room

Classroom 7: Men’s Bible Study (Ongoing throughout the year): First Orange Room

Classroom 8: Tweens & Teen Girls: Blue Room

Red-brick Sanctuary: Understanding Theology, with Mike Hare (begins at 8:45)

Dining Facility: Life Class Devotion (Ongoing throughout the year)

Community Bible Study

This is an enriching opportunity coming to Columbus! Talk to Kathy Jordan to get more details.

community bible study starting in columbus

Kathy Jordan has brought to my attention an exciting opportunity! Columbus is being afforded a Biblically-rich experience! Community Bible Study, which is a broad ministry, is opening a chapter locally. Furthermore, the study will be through the Gospel of Matthew!

As Kathy and I have discussed the content and I have also reviewed the material, it’s evident that this could prove to be such a meaningful time for community, study and growth! The Bible Study will be held at Christ Community Church, starting August 28th, at 9:30am. For more information, please click here, or, speak with Kathy Jordan.

Coffee & Conversation

This Sunday — Jo Ellen leads devotion: 9:15am-9:45am

SUNDAY MORNING SCHEDULE

8am: Doors open

8:30am–9:15am: Coffee & Conversation in our Dining Facility

9am-10am: Sunday School Classes (see class schedule above)

9:15am-9:45am: Devotion in our Dining Facility & Robert’s Study for Men.

10am: Sunday Morning Service in our sanctuary (In our gym)

Highland cafe’

Open for business! 8:30am—11:30am, M-F

Highland cafe’ update

On Monday of this week, Highland Cafe’ reopened and has been fortified with new policies. We closed out this week with a happy ending! Everyone came in cooperatively and enjoyed coffee in the Name of Christ.

So grateful for you, Highland.

I love you,

Rob

Weekly Update

Click here to view slides.

unique glimpse of the beauty of the heart of christ

Highland,

Last Sunday, we reignited our series through Matthew. We started in chapter 8, which offers us a telling-glimpse into the beauty of the heart of Christ. Bearing the endorsement of heaven, then receiving the acclaim of the crowds at the conclusion of the Sermon on the Mount, he’s afforded the opportunity to build his brand, establish his entourage.

Rather than doing either, Matthew tells us in chapter eight that he comes down from the mountain and he reaches out to the outcasts, the outsiders and the oppressed. Jesus empties himself of his own agenda. Instead, he pursues the glory of His father and the good of those that he encounters.

The beauty of the heart of Christ reveals itself in the laying down of self, in order to lift up the name of His heavenly Father! The sermon is available through our website; please feel free to check out our audio page to hear it.

Sunday School resumes August 10th, 9am

sunday school resumes august 10th, 9am

Our Sunday School Semester will begin Sunday, August 10th, 9am. The semester will run for nine weeks, ending October 5th. Highland, let’s rally together for the purposes of loving one another, while taking a deeper dive into God’s Word.

Community Bible Study

This is an enriching opportunity coming to Columbus! Talk to Kathy Jordan to get more details.

community bible study starting in columbus

Kathy Jordan has brought to my attention an exciting opportunity! Columbus is being afforded a Biblically-rich experience! Community Bible Study, which is a broad ministry, is opening a chapter locally. Furthermore, the study will be through the Gospel of Matthew!

As Kathy and I have discussed the content and I have also reviewed the material, it’s evident that this could prove to be such a meaningful time for community, study and growth! The Bible Study will be held at Christ Community Church, starting August 28th, at 9:30am. For more information, please click here, or, speak with Kathy Jordan.

Coffee & Conversation’s Devotion during Summer Missions pictured.

This Sunday — Jo Ellen leads devotion: 9:15am-9:45am

SUNDAY MORNING SCHEDULE

8am: Doors open

8:30am–9:15am: Coffee & Conversation in our Dining Facility

9:15am-9:45am: Devotion in our Dining Facility & Robert’s Study for Men.

10am: Sunday Morning Service in our sanctuary (In our gym)

Highland cafe’

Update — closed until further notice.

Highland cafe’ update

On Monday of this week, we had a little dust up with folks who struggled to get along. In light of this issue, the cafe was closed for the week. Highland’s leaders are considering appropriate steps forward and hope to reopen the cafe once the new steps can be implemented. I am sorry for the inconvenience that closing may have caused you. Updates will be posted here and on the door of the cafe. Continue to check back.

Carol surprised Carrie with this considerate gift — thanks, Carol!

So grateful for you, Highland.

I love you,

Rob

Weekly Update

Last Sunday’s service

Last Sunday’s Service was such a meaningful time in the life of our church! From Justin Shorey doing a terrific job leading worship, to Jack professing Jesus as Lord, to holding the Lord’s Supper together, then wrapping up with the Agape Feast! Clearly, the Holy Spirit’s conviction and council fashioned our time together, Highland!

As I mentioned during Communion, I have been personally working through Psalm 37. David writes this Psalm in a reflective-tone, hence, it’s believed to be written in the last laps of his life. In this Psalm, we read:

“The steps of a man are established by the LORD, when he delights in His way; though he fall, he shall not be cast headlong, for the LORD upholds his hand” (Psalm 37:23-24).

We brought to light the fact that Jesus’ steps were established by the Lord, as He delighted in the way of His Father! This highlights for us the beauty of the heart of Christ – that Jesus, even though He hung on a cross, delighted within and obeyed the will of His Father! I just marvel at the sacrificial love of Jesus!

Highland, in delighting to do the will of His Father, we see an outpouring of the abounding glory Jesus puts on display for His Father! We also, at the same time, witness the imparting of a ceaseless and redeeming love to those who repent! Oh, the beauty of the heart of Christ!! This lyric comes to mind in which we often sing: “The radiance of God in person; beyond all human explanation; once invisible, now a visible God; oh, Jesus Christ, Lord of all” (Shane & Shane).

Those who yield to Christ as Lord thereby receive the Holy Spirit, which inscribes the law of God’s love into our hearts! Those who abide within the Holy Spirit’s conviction and council that’s inscribed into our hearts will not fall, nor be cast headlong! Rather, we, too, know the Lord's upholding-hand throughout every season of our lives! Allow me to challenge us here: may we, Highland, delight in His way!

This hymn by Joseph Gilmore has always been one I cherish. It’s called “He Leadeth Me.” This verse really resonates with this passage from Psalm 37 we’re glancing at together: “Lord, I would clasp thy hand in mine, nor ever murmur nor repine; content, whatever lot I see, since 'tis my God that leadeth me.” In closing, my request of the Lord is: “Lord, shepherd us. Give us hearts that delight in following your lead, in honoring your commands.”

Access slides by clicking here.

Returning to Matthew

This Sunday, we pick back up with our series through Matthew. We will launch in chapter eight together. Come, ready to highlight and celebrate the beauty of the heart of Christ, as we walk with Him through the Gospel of Matthew.

Cathy Crowder Leads Devotion During Coffee & Conversation This Sunday.

SUNDAY MORNING SCHEDULE

8am: Doors open

8:30am–9:15am: Coffee & Conversation in our Dining Facility

9:15am-9:45am: Devotion in our Dining Facility & Robert’s Study for Men.

10am: Sunday Morning Service in our sanctuary (In our gym)

Coffee purchased with a gift from one of you! :) — thank you!

Thanks for Making my Birthday Happier

Highland, thanks for all the calls, messages, cards and gifts for my birthday! It was a super fun day spent with family and ending with cupcakes. How I am grateful for you and the gift that you are to me! Know I love and value you.

Highland cafe’

Doors open wide with a welcome from Jesus Christ. Monday—Friday, 8:30am—11:30am.

Highland cafe’

The Highland Cafe’ continues to open wide our doors with a welcome from Jesus Christ and a warm cup of coffee. Each weekday morning from 8:30-11:30 offers you the chance to come and serve our neighbors, in honor of our Lord. You can also enjoy a cup of coffee, too! Come, serve and be served, all, in the name of Christ Jesus. Furthermore, snacks and coffee essentials, like cream and sugar, would be most appreciated.

Mailing Address Update

Our P.O. Box is now closed. Please send all mail to 3408 5th Ave. Columbus, GA. 31904

So grateful for you, Highland.

I love you,

Rob

Weekly Update

Summer Mission’s Group from Berean Bible Church

Summer mission Groups wrap up!

Highland,

We have been so enriched by the devoted service and abounding love of our Summer Mission’s Teams! Berean Bible Church ignited the Kingdom-Work, then St. Andrews brought it home!

Reflecting back to last Sunday – thank you, Highland, for being willing to be so welcoming and hospitable! Both Berean and St. Andrews felt incredibly welcomed and loved.

There was also a great deal of appreciative feedback from you regarding the joint-services! From testimonies, to corporate worship, to Jamie’s sermon. I’m so proud of us, Highland, for opening our doors and our hearts to everyone who came to serve.

Throughout the week, groups completed Community Work Projects, facilitated Kid’s Club, lost to Lawson Holbrook and me in Pickle Ball and much more! They learned about Truth Spring, Mercy Med & enjoyed a walking-tour of North Highland! When God’s people are unified, He is glorified.

Snapshot of Summer Missions

Thanks to all who made it happen!

Coffee & Conversation’s Devotion — Troy Clark leads this week.

He & His wife, Sara Catherine, pictured above.

SUNDAY MORNING SCHEDULE

8am: Doors open

8:30am–9:15am: Coffee & Conversation in our Dining Facility

9:15am-9:45am: Devotion in our Dining Facility & Robert’s Study for Men.

10am: Sunday Morning Service in our sanctuary (In our gym)

Communion this Sunday — Service starts at 10am.

This Sunday: Lord’s Supper & Agape Feast

Sunday, we will hold the Lord’s Supper, followed by enjoying our Agape Feast, together. The talented Justin Shorey will lead us in worship. How his heart pours out worship for Christ Jesus! These services allow us to order the affairs of our heart – to express our first-love for the Lord, then to love one another. May our hearts abound in love for our Lord, Highland; then may the overflow of our hearts’ love for the Lord be imparted to each other.

sunday school resumes in august

As August will be here before we know it, we will begin our Sunday School Semester. Classes will be held Sunday mornings, at 9am. Be prepared to jump into serving together, studying together and being together, Highland. It’s up to us to nourish our root system; let’s use the Word of God to do so.

Highland cafe’

Doors open wide with a welcome from Jesus Christ. Monday—Friday, 8:30am—11:30am.

Highland cafe’

The Highland Cafe’ continues to open wide our doors with a welcome from Jesus Christ and a warm cup of coffee. Each weekday morning from 8:30-11:30 offers you the chance to come and serve our neighbors, in honor of our Lord. You can also enjoy a cup of coffee, too! Come, serve and be served, all, in the name of Christ Jesus. Furthermore, snacks and coffee essentials, like cream and sugar, would be most appreciated.

Mailing Address Update

Our P.O. Box is now closed. Please send all mail to 3408 5th Ave. Columbus, GA. 31904

So grateful for you, Highland.

I love you,

Rob

Location & Mailing address

3408 5th Avenue, Columbus, Georgia 31904

phone Number — (706)249-9424