hope shines brightest in the darkest of days
Highland,
Hope – an experience to be had only in the presence of the enduring and eternal love of Christ. Because hope is only the result of a heart yielded unto the light of the Lord’s presence, it shines brightest in the darkest of days.
In the last 6 to 8 months, we have experienced some perplexing and dark circumstances as a church. So much so, that the hopelessness of this world has been a ravaging-force to be contended with (fueled by Satan, no doubt). How I grieve over those who’ve been affected by the wave of Satan’s despair and destruction. How I have felt my own shortcomings in the wake of Satan’s rampage.
Even still, what is stirring in me, though, is not a greater sense of defeat, or a battle with hopelessness in my own heart, it’s a refining-confidence in the Lord’s Word, Highland. His truths feel sharper. His promises, even more assuring. My heart resonates with the Psalmist who writes:
“With my whole heart I cry; answer me, O LORD! I will keep your statutes. I call to you; save me, that I may observe your testimonies. I rise before dawn and cry for help; I hope in your words.” – Psalm 119:45-47.
His Word promises that the hope from His holiness will not disappoint. His Word promises that death has been swallowed up in victory, through Christ Jesus, our Lord. Highland, no matter what the circumstances, let us place our hope in His Words!
This is the backdrop for Sunday’s sermon – to recognize the work of the devil in those who do not revere the Word of God and to become resilient in His Word as those who trust in His Word.
Filling the Rooms Starts August 11th
Highland’s Board plans to begin “Filling the Rooms” next Sunday! We plan to begin our 12 week study starting August 11th, at 9am. Our last week will be October 27th. We will then take November and December off, returning to our studies in January.
In addition to Coffee & Conversation and Robert’s class for men, we will hold classes for our pre-k aged children, our elementary-aged children and our teenagers. We will also offer additional study sessions for adults.
sign up this sunday
Sign up sheets for classes and for serving will be placed in our Welcome Center this Sunday. Please plan to stop by and sign up. There will be a need for a nursery for ages 0-2 during this time as well. If you are interested in plugging in there weekly or on a rotation, please let us know. Thank you!
highland cafe update
Speaking of snack food, our Highland Cafe continues to see more and more visitors! Any support would be appreciated. From pastries, to bottled water, to K-cups. Even more importantly, it’s an outpost for ministry. As our cafe door is open wide with a welcome from Jesus Christ, leaders from our church are praying with those who come through! Christ is being proclaimed! Thanks to all who’ve stepped up and gotten involved.
*** Please note: The cafe will be closed on Saturdays until further notice. We will be open throughout the week, so please feel free to come and serve Monday-Friday. Updates will be posted on the cafe door and here, in our Weekly Update.
Weekly Announcements
The cafe will be closed on Saturdays until further notice.
I love you, Highland.
Let us press on to know Him and to make Him known,
Rob