The Hypocrisy of External Religiosity

When you wash the dishes, you clean both the inside and outside, right? It would be silly to only clean the outside of a cup, for instance. And yet, this is what the Pharisees of Jesus’s day were doing, metaphorically speaking. They were “clean” on the outside, but inside, they were “full of greed and wickedness” (Luke 11:39). This is the hypocrisy of external religiosity. 

External religiosity appears righteous, but it only masks internal corruption (Luke 11:37-41). It allows one to look “clean” on the outside, but on the inside, we’re still dirty. Jesus reminds us that God made both the inside and outside of us, so he is concerned with both. And will judge both. So, let us examine our hearts because the Lord will judge such hypocrites. 

External religiosity deserves judgment (Luke 11:42-54). Because of their hypocrisy, Jesus calls on God’s judgment to fall on the Pharisees and the Lawyers (the theologians of his day). That’s what a “woe” is: a cry for divine judgment. So, next time you’re doing the dishes, remember – just as you would want to drink from a cup that is clean on the inside, so also, Jesus wants to use cups that are clean on the inside. 

Christianity is a religion of the heart. And it is out of a clean heart that our works must flow. The good news is that Jesus cleanses us from the inside out. He gives us a new heart. And when what we do FOR Jesus flows out of a clean heart FROM Jesus, everything we do will be clean. 

Listen to Sunday’s Message HERE: 

 Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. 

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom.  

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

Resources of the Week 

• Woe to Hypocrites | A Sermon by R. C. Sproul 

• Exposing the Religious Hypocrisy of the Pharisees and Scribes | A Sermon by Ligon Duncan 

• The Making of a Modern Pharisee | Desiring God 

• The Cure for Church Hypocrisy | TGC with Michael Reeves 

• BOOK RECOMMENDATION: Evangelical Pharisees: The Gospel as Cure for the Church’s Hypocrisy by Michael Reeves 

Life at High Pointe 
 

Senior Adult Lunch | November 23
The Senior Adults are having lunch together after the morning service on November 23rd at the Luby’s on East Anderson Lane.  

Family Christmas Singalong | November 30 at 5PM 
Join us for an evening of carols, cocoa, and cookies. Bring your best voice and most festive treats!

Women’s Christmas Brunch | December 6 at 10AM 
Save the date for the annual Women’s Christmas Brunch! This is a sweet time of fellowship and food. Register here by December 5th. 

Fall Life Classes | Sunday at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us! Click here to see our current Life Classes.  

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• November 16 | Isaiah 40:1-11 | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 23 | Isaiah 40:12-31 | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 30 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 7 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 14 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 21 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez   

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: 9Marks 
9Mark exists to help pastors, future pastors, and church members build healthy churches. To this end, 9Marks creates resources like books, podcasts, a quarterly journal, web courses, and more. They also host training events around the world. Their focus in everything is on nine marks of a healthy church—expositional preaching, gospel doctrine, conversion and evangelism, church membership, church discipline, discipleship and growth, church leadership, prayer, and missions. Why these nine? Because the Bible requires them, and, sadly, too many evangelical churches have neglected or assumed them. 

 On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.  

To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

Jesus: A Sign to be Opposed

With Thanksgiving and Christmas coming up, we will have opportunities to have gospel conversations with unbelieving family and friends. Do you tend to avoid those conversations or look forward to them? There are many reasons we may want to avoid those conversations. Our unbelieving family and friends may be disinterested, skeptical, or even hostile. Still, we have a responsibility to tell others about Jesus.  

In Luke 11:14-36, Jesus is confronted by people who reject Jesus as their Messiah. Still, he has those conversations with them. From Jesus we learn how to enter into those conversations in wise, understanding, and winsome ways simply by asking questions. Through questions, Jesus exposes the absurdity of the logic of doubters and skeptics. 

More importantly, we learn from Jesus that the reason people reject him is because their hearts are hard and they are spiritually blind. But Jesus’s word is sufficient. By his word, Jesus created the universe, sustains it, saves sinful humanity, and is building his church.  

So, as you prepare to have those conversations, remember, it’s not about our cleverness or intelligence or even our ability to answer all the questions skeptics have. We simply have to share Jesus’s word, the gospel. So, be encouraged. Be courageous. And simply share Jesus’s word. Then rest in the power of the Spirit and pray for the Lord to do his saving work. 

Listen to this past Sunday’s Sermon HERE.

 Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. 

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

Resources of the Week 

• Conversational Bridges to Evangelism – The Deep Dish, TGC (with other resources) 

• Inadequacy is Compulsory in Evangelism – Becky Pippert 

• Making the Most of Turkey Time: Thanksgiving on Mission – David Mathis 

  • Pray ahead. 

  • Listen and ask questions. 

  • Raise the gospel flag early. 

  • Take the long view and cultivate patience. 

  • Beware the self-righteous older brother in you. 

  • Tell it slant. 

  • Be real about the gospel. 

  • Consider the conversational context. 

  • Know your particular family situation. 

  • Be hopeful. 

Life at High Pointe 
 

Meaningful Membership Class | This Sunday, November 9 
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. For more information and to register, click here.  

Women’s Christmas Brunch | December 6  
Save the date for the annual Women’s Christmas Brunch! This is a sweet time of fellowship and food. Registration here.

Fall Life Classes | Sunday at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us! Click here to see our current Life Classes.  

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   
  

• November 9 | Luke 11:37-54 | The Damning Effects of Hypocritical Religion | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 16 | Isaiah 40:1-11 | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 23 | Isaiah 40:12-31 | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 30 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 7 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 14 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 21 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez   

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

 Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: 9Marks 
9Mark exists to help pastors, future pastors, and church members build healthy churches. To this end, 9Marks creates resources like books, podcasts, a quarterly journal, web courses, and more. They also host training events around the world. Their focus in everything is on nine marks of a healthy church—expositional preaching, gospel doctrine, conversion and evangelism, church membership, church discipline, discipleship and growth, church leadership, prayer, and missions. Why these nine? Because the Bible requires them, and, sadly, too many evangelical churches have neglected or assumed them. 

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

Pray Like A Child | Luke 11:1-13

We all struggle with prayer. Thankfully, Jesus teaches us what to pray and how to pray. When it comes to what to pray, Jesus gives us a model prayer – The Lord’s Prayer (Luke 11:1-4). Regarding how to pray, Jesus gives us a parable (11:5-13). 

Just as a desperate host who needs bread and knocks shamelessly on his neighbor’s door at midnight, we should also knock on the door of heaven, asking our Father for what we need. The good news is that he will answer our prayers appropriately, according to his will (11:10). 

Our problem is we’ve “grown up” and have forgotten to pray like children. Jesus, though, reminds us to pray like desperate and dependent children, making shameless and audacious requests of our Father. What do you think might happen if we started praying like that? 

Listen to Sunday’s Sermon HERE. 

 Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. 

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

 Resources of the Week 

• Recommended Books on Prayer: 

  • A Praying Life by Paul Miller 

  • Praying the Lord’s Prayer by J. I. Packer 

  • Praying the Bible by Donald Whitney 
    

• Recommended Articles on Prayer: 

• The Doctrine of Prayer | A Theological Essay by Gary Millar 

• Three Principles for How to Pray | Elisabeth Bloechl 

• Why Good Theology Matters in Prayer | Pat Quinn 

• How Do You Structure Your Prayer Time | Ask Pastor John (Piper) 

Life at High Pointe 

Daylight Savings ENDS this Sunday November 1
Remember to set your clocks one hour back for account for Daylight Savings coming to an end. This is when we gain an extra hour.

Church Work Day | November 2nd  
Join us Saturday, November 2nd, from 8:30 am-12:30 pm for a church-wide work day! Breakfast will be provided. We will have projects inside and outside for all skill levels! Please register online here, and contact Matt Rolfe if you have any questions. 

Meaningful Membership Class | November 9 
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. For more information and to register, click here.  

Women’s Christmas Brunch | December 6
Save the date for the annual Women’s Christmas Brunch! This is a sweet time of fellowship and food. Registration coming soon.

Fall Life Classes | Sunday at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us! Click here to see our current Life Classes.  

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• November 2 | Luke 11:14-36 | Jesus: A Sign That Is Opposition | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 9 | Luke 11:37-54 | Six Woes to the Religious Leaders | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 16 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 23 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 30 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 7 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 14 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 21 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez   

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: Reaching and Teaching International Ministries – B.M. 
Reaching & Teaching International Ministries (RTIM) seeks to advance the gospel by partnering with local churches as they send qualified missionaries to make mature disciples, establish healthy churches, and train local leaders around the world. 
 
You may know of RTIM because we sent Davey and Callie Davis and the P family through this sending organization. This month, we want to highlight our support for B.M. B and his wife served for seven years as missionaries in Central Asia, working in evangelism, discipleship, and church planting. After returning to the US, B spent six years as a global trainer, traveling around the world to equip international church leaders for ministry. He desires to see the gospel spread and churches established among the nations of Central Asia. B is a graduate of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife have three children.   

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

Learning the Word from Jesus | Luke 10:38-42

Have you ever had a day when you’ve been so busy that at the end of it you fall into bed exhausted and empty? On those days, is it possible that you’ve gone about the busyness of life without Jesus? To-do lists, family obligations, work deadlines, even ministry commitments can distract us from Jesus. 

Martha knew that feeling. The LORD had come to her house, but she was too busy to be WITH him. Meanwhile, her sister Mary sat still: no lists, no rush, only quiet listening at Jesus’ feet. 

The account of Martha and Mary is about priorities. It asks each of us a simple but searching question: “…in all our doing, have we made time to sit WITH Jesus?” 

Luke 10:38-42, invites us to return to the one thing that is truly necessary: the quiet posture of a heart that slows down long enough to be with Jesus. True discipleship prioritizes sitting with Jesus to learn from him. 

Listen to Sunday’s Sermon HERE. 

 Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. 

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

 Resources of the Week 

• What is Your Busyness Doing? 

• Only One Thing Is Necessary  

• Martha and Mary – a sermon by R. C. Sproul 

• It’s Not about Martha. It’s about You – a sermon by Ligon Duncan 

Life at High Pointe 
 

Young Adult Lunch | October 26 
The Young Adults will be meeting for lunch Buddy’s Burgers (9001 Cameron Rd Ste 101, Austin, TX 78754) after the morning service on October 26 at 12:15PM. 

Church Work Day | November 1  
Join us Saturday, November 1st, from 8:30 am-12:30 pm for a church-wide work day! Breakfast will be provided. We will have projects inside and outside for all skill levels! Please register online here, and contact Matt Rolfe if you have any questions. 

Meaningful Membership Class | November 9 
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. For more information and to register, click here.  

Women’s Christmas Brunch | December 6
Save the date for the annual Women’s Christmas Brunch! This is a sweet time of fellowship and food. Registration coming soon.

Fall Life Classes | Sunday at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us! Click here to see our current Life Classes.  

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• October 26 | Luke 11:1-13 | Learning to Pray from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 2 | Luke 11:14-36 | Jewish Opposition to Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 9 | Luke 11:37-54 | Six Woes to the Religious Leaders | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 16 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 23 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 30 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 7 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 14 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 21 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez   

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: Reaching and Teaching International Ministries – B.M. 
Reaching & Teaching International Ministries (RTIM) seeks to advance the gospel by partnering with local churches as they send qualified missionaries to make mature disciples, establish healthy churches, and train local leaders around the world. 
 
You may know of RTIM because we sent Davey and Callie Davis and the P family through this sending organization. This month, we want to highlight our support for B.M. B and his wife served for seven years as missionaries in Central Asia, working in evangelism, discipleship, and church planting. After returning to the US, B spent six years as a global trainer, traveling around the world to equip international church leaders for ministry. He desires to see the gospel spread and churches established among the nations of Central Asia. B is a graduate of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife have three children.   

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

The Damning Danger of Loveless Orthodoxy

It is possible to have right doctrine and still go to hell. James reminds us that even the demons have orthodox theology (James 2:19). And Jesus rebukes the church in Ephesus for finally removing false teachers and apostles but abandoning their first love (Revelation 2:1-7). 

The Christian life is not less than right theology. It is more. It is about faith working through love (Galatians 5:6). And this is what the parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10:25-27 is all about. The Jewish layer, an expert in the Law, has the right answer to Jesus’s question about those who inherit eternal life (v.27). But, while he has the right answer, Jesus exposes that he does not have eternal life because he does not love his neighbor. 

We do not merit eternal life by doing good deeds any more than we do by believing the right theology. But when we truly know God (theology), we will genuinely love God (doxology). And when we genuinely love God, we will sacrificially love others (discipleship). Our love for others shows we love God and have eternal life.  

What does your doctrine (what you believe) produce? For the expert in the Law, it produced a false confidence that he could give the right doctrinal answer. What about you? How does what you believe work itself out in your every day relationships? 

Listen to Sunday’s Message HERE. 

 Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. 

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

 Resources of the Week 

• Are You a Good Neighbor? - A Sermon by Kevin DeYoung 

• The Good Samaritan – Modern Reformation 

• The Parable of the Good Samaritan – A Sermon by D. A. Carson 

• Don’t Ask Who Your Neighbor is. Ask Who You Are 

Life at High Pointe 
 

Our Common Life in Christ: The Church Caring Well for One Another | October 18 
Join us Saturday October 18th from 8:30am-12:00pm to learn how to care deeply for one another to sharpen our relational and listening skills and support each other through life at High Pointe. Register here.  

College Lunch | October 19 
There is a lunch for college students happening after the morning service on Sunday, October 19 at the Levi’s home. For questions and more information, please email Anil Levi. Food will be provided, so please email if you have any food allergies. 

Young Adult Lunch | October 26 
The Young Adults will be meeting for lunch Buddy’s Burgers (9001 Cameron Rd Ste 101, Austin, TX 78754) after the morning service on October 26 at 12:15PM. 

Church Work Day | November 1  
Join us Saturday, November 1st, from 8:30 am-12:30 pm for a church-wide work day! Breakfast will be provided. We will have projects inside and outside for all skill levels! Please register online here, and contact Matt Rolfe if you have any questions. 

Meaningful Membership Class | November 9 
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. For more information and to register, click here.  

Fall Life Classes | Sunday at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us! Click here to see our current Life Classes.  

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   
  

• October 19| Luke 10:38-42 | Learning the Word from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• October 26 | Luke 11:1-13 | Learning to Pray from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 2 | Luke 11:14-36 | Jewish Opposition to Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 9 | Luke 11:37-54 | Six Woes to the Religious Leaders | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 16 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 23 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 30 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 7 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 14 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 21 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez   

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

 Gospel Partner of the Month: Reaching and Teaching International Ministries – B.M. 
Reaching & Teaching International Ministries (RTIM) seeks to advance the gospel by partnering with local churches as they send qualified missionaries to make mature disciples, establish healthy churches, and train local leaders around the world. 
 
You may know of RTIM because we sent Davey and Callie Davis and the P family through this sending organization. This month, we want to highlight our support for B.M. B and his wife served for seven years as missionaries in Central Asia, working in evangelism, discipleship, and church planting. After returning to the US, B spent six years as a global trainer, traveling around the world to equip international church leaders for ministry. He desires to see the gospel spread and churches established among the nations of Central Asia. B is a graduate of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife have three children.   

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

Worship While You Wait

Waiting is hard. Isaiah 25 gives ancient Judah—and believers today—assurance that the best is yet to come by urging confident trust in God and worship even in times of distress or uncertainty. God’s eternal plans are “faithful and sure,” never a Plan B, always unfolding perfectly. Judah waited through captivity, yet God promised a future feast, salvation from enemies, the destruction of death, the fulfillment of every word or promise.  

Isaiah outlines five reasons for worshipful waiting: Our Faithful God … 

1. always keeps His promises,  

2. judges justly,  

3. rescues the needy,  

4. prepares a global feast for all  

5. defeats death forever.  

Jesus our King transforms every sorrow and wipes away every shame; in Him every promise finds its answer. 

To wait worshipfully,  

• Refocus your heart daily through prayer and Scripture, asking God for patience and humility.  

• Take time for praise and thanksgiving, 

• Serve as a “stronghold” for the vulnerable and needy—listen, encourage, and give practical help where there is need.  

• Share the gospel boldly; God’s invitation to the feast is open to all who will come. 

• Finally, fix your eyes on the future—read promises of Christ’s return and worship hopefully. 

Isaiah 25:9 says, “Behold, this is our God; we have waited for him, that he might save us.” With hope, confidence, and joy, wait for the King—knowing his feast and full victory over death are near. 
   

 Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. 

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org. 

Resources of the Week 

This week’s resources 

• How God Uses Our Waiting 

• Worship in Your Waiting 

• Are You Correctable? 

• Podcast Discussion of Waiting Is Not a Waste 

Life at High Pointe 
  

Our Common Life in Christ: The Church Caring Well for One Another | October 18 
Join us Saturday October 18th from 8:30am-12:00pm to learn how to care deeply for one another to sharpen our relational and listening skills and support each other through life at High Pointe. Register here.  

College Lunch | October 19
There is a lunch for college students happening after the morning service on Sunday, October 19 at the Levi’s home. For questions and more information, please email Anil Levi. Food will be provided, so please email if you have any food allergies.

Young Adult Lunch | October 26
The Young Adults will be meeting for lunch Buddy’s Burgers (9001 Cameron Rd Ste 101, Austin, TX 78754) after the morning service on October 26 at 12:15PM.

Church Work Day | November 1
Join us Saturday, November 1st, from 8:30 am-12:30 pm for a church-wide work day! Breakfast will be provided. We will have projects inside and outside for all skill levels! Please register online here, and contact Matt Rolfe if you have any questions. 

 Meaningful Membership Class | November 9 
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. For more information and to register, click here.  

Fall Life Classes | Sunday at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us! Click here to see our current Life Classes.  

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   
  

• October 12 | Luke 10:25-37 | The Damning Danger of Loveless Orthodoxy | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• October 19| Luke 10:38-42 | Learn from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• October 26 | Luke 11:1-13 | Learn to Pray from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 2 | Luke 11:14-36 | Jewish Opposition to Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 9 | Luke 11:37-54 | Six Woes to the Religious Leaders | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 16 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 23 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 30 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 7 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 14 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 21 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez   

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: Reaching and Teaching International Ministries – B.M. 
Reaching & Teaching International Ministries (RTIM) seeks to advance the gospel by partnering with local churches as they send qualified missionaries to make mature disciples, establish healthy churches, and train local leaders around the world. 
 
You may know of RTIM because we sent Davey and Callie Davis and the P family through this sending organization. This month, we want to highlight our support for B.M. B and his wife served for seven years as missionaries in Central Asia, working in evangelism, discipleship, and church planting. After returning to the US, B spent six years as a global trainer, traveling around the world to equip international church leaders for ministry. He desires to see the gospel spread and churches established among the nations of Central Asia. B is a graduate of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife have three children.   

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1.  

Sunday Evening Prayer Service Update

If you haven’t made it to a Sunday evening prayer service in a while, let me encourage you to join us every other Sunday night from 5p.m. to 6:15 or so.    

Worried about praying out loud? Rest easy—you won’t be asked to pray in front of everyone. Just come ready to join in silent prayer, sing, and be refreshed! 

Here’s what you can expect: 

• Short announcements 

• Singing our Song of the Month together 

• Catechism time with our children 

• Sharing thankful hearts 

• Praying about gospel opportunities 

• Hearing from and praying for parents of new babies 

• Lifting our church family in prayer 

• Brief teaching: Example: Lament from Psalm 13— 

  • Followed by time praying right at your chair 

• Closing with a doxology and dismissal 

Families are always welcome! Even young children participate as Travis Gilbert leads a five-minute review of catechism questions. 

We pack a lot of encouragement, biblical truth, and prayer into our 75–90 minutes together. Many folks stay even longer to catch up, build friendships, and support one another. 

Jump back in—discover how these Sunday nights can strengthen your faith, refresh your heart, and connect you with others who want to grow in Christ. 

 Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. 

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

Resources of the Week 

 Spotify Playlists  

• Adult Playlist 

• Kids Song Playlist 

• Learning to Lament Psalm 13 Guide 

Articles 

• Three Unexpected Paths to Humility 

• Reasons to grow in Humility 

• Prepare to Speak on Sundays 

• Parent’s Corner: The Blessing of Godly Grandparents 
  

Song of the Month: The King In All His Beauty

Life at High Pointe 
 

Our Common Life in Christ: The Church Caring Well for One Another | October 18 
Join us Saturday October 18th from 8:30am-12:00pm to learn how to care deeply for one another to sharpen our relational and listening skills and support each other through life at High Pointe. Register here.  

Meaningful Membership Class | November 9 
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. For more information and to register, click here.  

Fall Life Classes | Sunday at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us! Click here to see our current Life Classes.  

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   
  

• October 5 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• October 12 | Luke 10:25-37 | Love Your Neighbor | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• October 19| Luke 10:38-42 | Learn from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• October 26 | Luke 11:1-13 | Learn to Pray from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 2 | Luke 11:14-36 | Jewish Opposition to Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 9 | Luke 11:37-54 | Six Woes to the Religious Leaders | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 16 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 23 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 30 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 7 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 14 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 21 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez   

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: Reaching and Teaching International Ministries – B.M. 
Reaching & Teaching International Ministries (RTIM) seeks to advance the gospel by partnering with local churches as they send qualified missionaries to make mature disciples, establish healthy churches, and train local leaders around the world. 
 
You may know of RTIM because we sent Davey and Callie Davis and the P family through this sending organization. This month, we want to highlight our support for B.M. B and his wife served for seven years as missionaries in Central Asia, working in evangelism, discipleship, and church planting. After returning to the US, B spent six years as a global trainer, traveling around the world to equip international church leaders for ministry. He desires to see the gospel spread and churches established among the nations of Central Asia. B is a graduate of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife have three children.   

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

Our Song Response to Christ… is a Preview of Eternal Praise

Singing with Joy: Lessons from Isaiah 12

Isaiah 12 reminds us to respond in song to God’s gracious kindness in salvation. When Isaiah calls us to “sing praises to the Lord, for He has done gloriously,” he is inviting everyone to join in. We give thanks in song both as individuals saved through Jesus and as a community together, reminding and discipling one another. We sing to God and to each other, always giving thanks and celebrating God’s greatness, especially who Christ is and what He has accomplished for us. 

Music has a unique ability to lift us up, settle into our hearts and minds, and help us express a joy that words alone sometimes cannot capture. When Isaiah speaks of drawing water from the wells of salvation with joy, he reminds us that God’s grace is always available, and the supply is truly endless.  

The invitation is to bring God-centered psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs into our personal devotions, family life, life groups, and daily routines. Doing so refreshes those around us and helps us remind ourselves to rejoice and give thanks often. 

Isaiah’s call to sing boldly remains just as timely today. This chapter urges us to “sing praises to the Lord” and “shout aloud and sing for joy” because something extraordinary has happened—God’s salvation is real and personal.  

When we truly grasp what God has done, enthusiastic praise becomes a natural response. So let go of worries about what others may think. Every time your life group gathers, there is a fresh opportunity to declare God’s victory together. Turn up the volume in your devotionals and group gatherings, letting enthusiasm for God’s salvation overflow! Joining in song now is a way of anticipating Christ’s return and giving thanks for what God has done gloriously. For those interested, you’ll find curated song lists or playlists in the resources section to help make singing a rich, joyful part of daily life.  

Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

 Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. 

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

Resources of the Week 

Spotify Playlists:

• Adult Song Playlist

• Kids Song Playlist 

Articles:

•  Why do we Sing in Church 

• A Prayer for Worshipping Joyfully 

• Finding Joy in Everyday Life 

• For Parents and Grandparents 

Last week’s resources 

• Urgency for Christians by Brooks Buser 

• The Trouble with Results-Driven Missions by Elliot Clark 

• The Goal of Missions and the Work of Missionaries by Kevin DeYoung 

• The Dangerous Calling of Christian Missions by Albert Mohler 

Song of the Month: Jesus Shall Reign  

Life at High Pointe 
 

Young Adult Q&A with Pastor Juan | THIS Sunday September 28 
The Young Adults will be meeting at the Sanchez home on September 28 at 12:30pm for a time of Q&A with Pastor Juan. Add it to your calendar and plan to come for a time of fellowship! For the address of the event, please reach out to Keziah Chacko (keziah.chacko1@gmail.com). This event is BYOL (bring your own lunch), so food will not be provided. Here is the link to ask any questions you have for Pastor Juan! 

Prayer Service | THIS Sunday September 28
Join us this Sunday from 5:00pm-6:15pm for our bimonthly prayer service. This prayer service will focus on the topic of practicing lament.

Our Common Life in Christ: The Church Caring Well for One Another | October 18 
Join us Saturday October 18th from 8:30am-12:00pm to learn how to care deeply for one another to sharpen our relational and listening skills and support each other through life at High Pointe. Register here.  

Meaningful Membership Class | November 9 
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. For more information and to register, click here.  

Fall Life Classes | Sunday at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us! Click here to see our current Life Classes.  

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• September 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• October 5 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• October 12 | Luke 10:25-37 | Love Your Neighbor | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• October 19| Luke 10:38-42 | Learn from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• October 26 | Luke 11:1-13 | Learn to Pray from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 2 | Luke 11:14-36 | Jewish Opposition to Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 9 | Luke 11:37-54 | Six Woes to the Religious Leaders | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 16 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 23 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 30 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 7 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 14 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 21 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez   

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: Reaching and Teaching International Ministries – B.M. 
Reaching & Teaching International Ministries (RTIM) seeks to advance the gospel by partnering with local churches as they send qualified missionaries to make mature disciples, establish healthy churches, and train local leaders around the world. 
 
You may know of RTIM because we sent Davey and Callie Davis and the P family through this sending organization. This month, we want to highlight our support for B.M. B and his wife served for seven years as missionaries in Central Asia, working in evangelism, discipleship, and church planting. After returning to the US, B spent six years as a global trainer, traveling around the world to equip international church leaders for ministry. He desires to see the gospel spread and churches established among the nations of Central Asia. B is a graduate of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife have three children.   

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

The Nature of Mission | Luke 10:1-24

Throughout the Old Testament, God promised that he would gather his people back to himself in an end-time harvest. In Luke 10:1-24, we learn that Jesus is the Lord of the harvest, and he promises that “the harvest is plentiful” (v.2). The only problem is that “the laborers are few” (v.2). Think about it this need. There are about 8.24 billion people in the world. Only about 2.3 billion of those claim to be Christians. That means that over 6 billion people in the world remain without Christ. In Luke 10, Jesus reminds us that our mission is DANGEROUS, URGENT, and WORD-CENTERED.  

High Pointe, the harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Will you join us in praying, sending, giving, and going? 

Listen to last week’s sermon HERE. 

Resources of the Week 

• Urgency for Christians by Brooks Buser 

• The Trouble with Results-Driven Missions by Elliot Clark 

• The Goal of Missions and the Work of Missionaries by Kevin DeYoung 

• The Dangerous Calling of Christian Missions by Albert Mohler 

Last week’s resources 

• Loving God with Your Everything 

• What is an Idol? By John Piper 

• Discipleship According to the Scriptures 

• Disciplemaking is Ordinary Christianity 
  

Song of the Month: Jesus Shall Reign  

Life at High Pointe 
 (For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

Women’s Fall Retreat | September 19-20 
All women 16 years and up are invited to join us for a sweet time of fellowship and encouragement as we reflect on the God who meets us in every trial with His presence and His comfort. The theme this year is "Resting In the God of All Comfort" | 2 Corinthians 1:3-5. Register here. 

Senior Adult Lunch | September 21 
The Senior Adults are having lunch together after the morning service on September 21 at the Luby’s on East Anderson Lane.  

Young Adult Q&A with Pastor Juan | September 28 
The Young Adults will be meeting at the Sanchez home on September 28 at 12:30pm for a time of Q&A with Pastor Juan. Add it to your calendar and plan to come for a time of fellowship! For the address of the event, please reach out to Keziah Chacko (keziah.chacko1@gmail.com). This event is BYOL (bring your own lunch), so food will not be provided. Here is the link to ask any questions you have for Pastor Juan! 

Monthly College Student Lunch Hosts Needed
If you are interested in signing up to host a lunch at your home for college students, please reach out to info@highpointeaustin.org for more information!

Women’s Morning Bible Study  
Time: Wednesdays 10:00am – 11:30am, September 10 - November 19. Join us for an inductive study of the Gospel of John! We will cover chapters 1-9 this fall and chapters 10-21 in the spring. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Mary Delk or Jeanette Helfin to register. Contact Erin Wyman for childcare needs.   

Women’s Evening Bible Study  
Time: Wednesdays 6:30pm - 8:00pm, August 27th - December 3rd. Ladies, you are invited to join us for an in-depth study of the Book of Hebrews. Each weekly lesson includes home study questions, interactive group discussion, and teaching by study leaders. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Susan Horton or Marilyn Waters for more information. Click here to register.  

Meaningful Membership Class | November 9 
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. For more information and to register, click here.  

Fall Life Classes | Sunday at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us! Click here to see our current Life Classes.  

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• September 21 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• September 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• October 5 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• October 12 | Luke 10:25-37 | Love Your Neighbor | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• October 19| Luke 10:38-42 | Learn from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• October 26 | Luke 11:1-13 | Learn to Pray from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 2 | Luke 11:14-36 | Jewish Opposition to Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 9 | Luke 11:37-54 | Six Woes to the Religious Leaders | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 16 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 23 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 30 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 7 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 14 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 21 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez   

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: Reaching and Teaching International Ministries – B.M. 
Reaching & Teaching International Ministries (RTIM) seeks to advance the gospel by partnering with local churches as they send qualified missionaries to make mature disciples, establish healthy churches, and train local leaders around the world. 
 
You may know of RTIM because we sent Davey and Callie Davis and the P family through this sending organization. This month, we want to highlight our support for B.M. B and his wife served for seven years as missionaries in Central Asia, working in evangelism, discipleship, and church planting. After returning to the US, B spent six years as a global trainer, traveling around the world to equip international church leaders for ministry. He desires to see the gospel spread and churches established among the nations of Central Asia. B is a graduate of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife have three children.   

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

Wholehearted Followers of Jesus

Luke 9:51-62, introduces us to the greatest example of wholehearted commitment ever: Jesus! He “set his face to go to Jerusalem” (v.51). That is, knowing the Father’s plan, he resolved to go to Jerusalem to die, be raised, and taken up again to the Father. All for our salvation! 

In God’s saving plan in Christ, we not only see God’s sovereign providence working out. We also see God’s unconditional love for us in Christ. And we see Jesus’s wholehearted commitment to the Father’s glory and our salvation. 

Jesus calls all who would follow him to this same wholehearted commitment. But we are not saved by our doing. We are saved by Christ’s doing. Still, when we understand who Jesus is and what he has done for us, our natural response is to give ourselves wholeheartedly to Jesus. We must be prepared to go WHEREVER Jesus sends us and do WHATEVER Jesus calls us to WHENEVER he calls us.  

Let us, then, help one another follow Jesus with our whole hearts. HOW? Pointing one another to this glorious vision of the risen Christ, reminding one another of who he is and what he has done. Remember, our commitment flows out of Jesus’s. It is our response to his. Also, don’t be a distraction to those Jesus is calling. Let us stimulate one another to love and good deeds. Let us urge one another to follow Jesus with undistracted devotion. 

Will you follow Jesus WHEREVER he leads to do WHATEVER he asks WHENEVER he asks? 

 Listen to last week’s sermon HERE. 

Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE)  

Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. 

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

Resources of the Week 

• Loving God with Your Everything 

• What is an Idol? By John Piper 

• Discipleship According to the Scriptures 

• Disciplemaking is Ordinary Christianity 

Last week’s resources 

• The Simple Questions to Ask Every Time You Open Your Bible 

• 5 Questions to Ask the Text – H. B. Charles 

• Questions for Kids 

• Be Ready to Answer Your Kids’ Questions about the Bible  

Song of the Month: Jesus Shall Reign  

Life at High Pointe 

 Meaningful Membership Class | September 14 
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. For more information and to register, click here.  

Women’s Fall Retreat | September 19-20 
All women 16 years and up are invited to join us for a sweet time of fellowship and encouragement as we reflect on the God who meets us in every trial with His presence and His comfort. The theme this year is "Resting In the God of All Comfort" | 2 Corinthians 1:3-5. Register here. 

Women’s Evening Bible Study  
Time: Wednesdays 6:30pm - 8:00pm, August 27th - December 3rd. Ladies, you are invited to join us for an in-depth study of the Book of Hebrews. Each weekly lesson includes home study questions, interactive group discussion, and teaching by study leaders. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Susan Horton or Marilyn Waters for more information. Click here to register.  

Women’s Morning Bible Study Begins September 10  
Time: Wednesdays 10:00am – 11:30am, September 10 - November 19. Join us for an inductive study of the Gospel of John! We will cover chapters 1-9 this fall and chapters 10-21 in the spring. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Mary Delk or Jeanette Helfin to register. Contact Erin Wyman for childcare needs.   

Fall Life Classes | Sunday at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us! Click here to see our current Life Classes.  

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• September 14 | Luke 10:1-24 | The Nature of Mission  

• September 21 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• September 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• October 5 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• October 12 | Luke 10:25-37 | Love Your Neighbor | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• October 19| Luke 10:38-42 | Learn from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• October 26 | Luke 11:1-13 | Learn to Pray from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 2 | Luke 11:14-36 | Jewish Opposition to Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 9 | Luke 11:37-54 | Six Woes to the Religious Leaders | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 16 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 23 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 30 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 7 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 14 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 21 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez   

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

 Gospel Partner of the Month: Reaching and Teaching International Ministries – B.M. 
Reaching & Teaching International Ministries (RTIM) seeks to advance the gospel by partnering with local churches as they send qualified missionaries to make mature disciples, establish healthy churches, and train local leaders around the world. 
 
You may know of RTIM because we sent Davey and Callie Davis and the P family through this sending organization. This month, we want to highlight our support for B.M. B and his wife served for seven years as missionaries in Central Asia, working in evangelism, discipleship, and church planting. After returning to the US, B spent six years as a global trainer, traveling around the world to equip international church leaders for ministry. He desires to see the gospel spread and churches established among the nations of Central Asia. B is a graduate of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife have three children.   

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

Adventures in Missing the Point | Luke 9:37-50

Luke warns us that when we miss the point of Jesus’s identity (who he is) and mission (what he came to do), we will fail to live out the gospel faithfully. So, let me encourage us in this way. It’s OK to ask questions. 

There is much we don’t know about Jesus. That means there is much room for growth. So, let us be curious Christians, going to God’s word, to other believers, to our pastors to ask the questions we have about Jesus and his mission. 

Parents, redeem the time at home with your children. Teach them it’s OK to ask questions about Jesus and the Bible. When they ask questions, take them to God’s word and teach them how to find the answers. Establish a regular time of Bible reading and prayer, giving time for questions. And regularly ask your children, “Is there anything you want to talk about?” 

Satan seeks to blind us to who Jesus is and what he came to do. But Jesus has opened our eyes, removed the veil, and answers our questions by his word, his Spirit, and his church: one another. 

Listen to Sunday’s Sermon HERE. 

Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. 

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

 Resources of the Week 

• The Simple Questions to Ask Every Time You Open Your Bible 

• 5 Questions to Ask the Text – H. B. Charles 

• Questions for Kids 

• Be Ready to Answer Your Kids’ Questions about the Bible  

Last week’s resources 

• 5 Ways to Encourage Your Pastor(s) 

• Pastoral Longevity Through the Local Church – a word to Pastors 

• Fight for Your Pastor(s) 

Song of the Month: Jesus Shall Reign  

Life at High Pointe 
 

High Pointe Institute | August 27 – May 13 
The High Pointe Institute (HPI) is a one-year training program meant to offer a pathway for growing disciples to be equipped for ministry both in the church and the world. The goal is to form mature disciples who are growing in their knowledge and love for God, who are committed to the church’s mission, and who are devoted to helping others follow Christ. Click here to register.  

Women’s Evening Bible Study  
Time: Wednesdays 6:30pm - 8:00pm, August 27th - December 3rd. Ladies, you are invited to join us for an in-depth study of the Book of Hebrews. Each weekly lesson includes home study questions, interactive group discussion, and teaching by study leaders. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Susan Horton or Marilyn Waters for more information. Click here to register.  

Women’s Morning Bible Study Begins September 10  
Time: Wednesdays 10:00am – 11:30am, September 10 - November 19. Join us for an inductive study of the Gospel of John! We will cover chapters 1-9 this fall and chapters 10-21 in the spring. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Mary Delk or Jeanette Helfin to register. Contact Erin Wyman for childcare needs.   

Meaningful Membership Class | September 14 
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. For more information and to register, click here.  

Women’s Fall Retreat | September 19-20 
All women 16 years and up are invited to join us for a sweet time of fellowship and encouragement as we reflect on the God who meets us in every trial with His presence and His comfort. The theme this year is "Resting In the God of All Comfort" | 2 Corinthians 1:3-5. Register here. 

Men’s Discipleship Groups
A discipleship group is simply a gathering of a few brothers who aim at doing one another spiritual good, helping one another grow in Christ and become more whole hearted followers of Jesus. To learn more, click here.

Fall Life Classes | Sunday at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us! Click here to see our current Life Classes.  

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• September 7 | Luke 9:51-62 | The Nature of Discipleship

• September 14 | Luke 10:1-24 | The Nature of Mission  

• September 21 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• September 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• October 5 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• October 12 | Luke 10:25-37 | Love Your Neighbor | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• October 19| Luke 10:38-42 | Learn from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• October 26 | Luke 11:1-13 | Learn to Pray from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 2 | Luke 11:14-36 | Jewish Opposition to Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 9 | Luke 11:37-54 | Six Woes to the Religious Leaders | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• November 16 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 23 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline  

• November 30 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 7 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 14 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 21 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez   

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: Reaching and Teaching International Ministries – B.M. 
Reaching & Teaching International Ministries (RTIM) seeks to advance the gospel by partnering with local churches as they send qualified missionaries to make mature disciples, establish healthy churches, and train local leaders around the world. 
 
You may know of RTIM because we sent Davey and Callie Davis and the P family through this sending organization. This month, we want to highlight our support for B.M. B and his wife served for seven years as missionaries in Central Asia, working in evangelism, discipleship, and church planting. After returning to the US, B spent six years as a global trainer, traveling around the world to equip international church leaders for ministry. He desires to see the gospel spread and churches established among the nations of Central Asia. B is a graduate of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife have three children.   

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

Thank You High Pointe!

Jeanine and I were overwhelmed on Sunday by your love, encouragement, and generosity. As you can imagine, celebrating 20 years of anything is quite a milestone. And, as our guests pointed out, 20 years in one church is unusual. However, from my perspective, our 20 years at High Pointe have been like a good marriage. In one sense, it seems like just yesterday, Jeanine and I arrived with our five little girls. As we drove up the drive and under the portico, little smiling faces and excited hands awaited us on the other side of the glass doors. Those five little girls are now adults and four of them are married. In another sense, I cannot remember life before High Pointe. It’s as if this is all we’ve known. And that’s how a good marriage is supposed to be. 

It is one of my great joys, second only to marriage and parenting, to enjoy the privilege of being one of your pastors. As we rehearsed the history of High Pointe before and after my arrival, it is humbling to see how the Lord’s hand has been upon us. The Lord has answered many of our prayers, and he continues to do so. I look forward to seeing how he will guide us in this next season of our life and ministry together. 

On behalf of Jeanine and our family, we want to say, THANK YOU, High Pointe! You have loved us much and cared for us well. Your kind encouragements and generous displays of love overwhelmed us. We want you to know, our love for you is great, and we have no greater joy than to be at High Pointe with you, our family. 

Specifically, I want to thank our elders. They are godly men united in heart, mind, and voice. There is nothing in my mind that encourages pastoral longevity than to have faithful men standing side by side, leading the church together. These men have cared well for me and my family, just as they have cared for you.  

I also want to thank our staff. In particular, Brenda Kerlin, Erin Wyman, and Arielle Horton put a lot of time and effort into what you were able to experience on Sunday night. It was beautiful, and the food was bountiful. If you enjoyed that, please thank them. Matt Rolfe has also been an invaluable help. Not only did he serve as point person for our Spanish conference on Saturday where about 400 people attended. But he also helped out on Sunday, making sure everything was in place.  

I owe a special word of thanks to Robert Cline. He has been an invaluable ministry partner over this last year, and he was a gracious host for Sunday night. His kind words and encouragement mean the world to me, and I look forward to working together as long as the Lord allows. 

Though my life and ministry verse is Acts 20:24, the passage that comes to mind when I think of you, High Pointe, is Philippians 1:3-6. I truly thank God for you, High Pointe! Everything I think of you. And I pray the Lord will allow us to serve together for many more years to come. 

Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

 Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. 

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

Resources of the Week 

•  5 Ways to Encourage Your Pastor(s) 

• Pastoral Longevity Through the Local Church – a word to Pastors 

• Fight for Your Pastor(s) 

Last week’s resources 

• Jesus Calling – How Well are You Listening? 

• Listening to God’s Word 

• 3 Implications of the Fact that God Has Spoken 

• The Hardest Word to Obey 

• If You Love Me, Keep My Commandments – a sermon by Dr. Ligon Duncan 

Song of the Month: Whate’er My God Ordains Is Right 

Life at High Pointe 
 

UT International Friendship Program 
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) at the University of Texas is proud to sponsor the Friendship Program to connect members of the Austin community with our international students and scholars. Hosts have the opportunity to meet people from across the world and help them feel welcome in their new home. Applications must be completed by August 29th. If you'd like more information about the Friendship Program, please contact Sunila Levi (sunilalevi@yahoo.com), Suzanne Capo (suzannecapo@gmail.com), or Marilyn Waters (majowaters@gmail.com). Click here to register and view more details.  

High Pointe Institute Begins August 27 
The High Pointe Institute (HPI) is a one-year training program meant to offer a pathway for growing disciples to be equipped for ministry both in the church and the world. The goal is to form mature disciples who are growing in their knowledge and love for God, who are committed to the church’s mission, and who are devoted to helping others follow Christ. Click here to register.  

Women’s Evening Bible Study Begins August 27 
Time: Wednesdays 6:30pm - 8:00pm, August 27th - December 3rd. Ladies, you are invited to join us for an in-depth study of the Book of Hebrews. Each weekly lesson includes home study questions, interactive group discussion, and teaching by study leaders. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Susan Horton or Marilyn Waters for more information. Click here to register.  

College Ministry Interest Meeting | THIS Sunday August 31 
This Sunday, immediately after the morning service, we will hold a short meeting at the front of the auditorium right by the platform to discuss interest in High Pointe’s college ministry.  

Women’s Morning Bible Study Begins September 10  
Time: Wednesdays 10:00am – 11:30am, September 10 - November 19. Join us for an inductive study of the Gospel of John! We will cover chapters 1-9 this fall and chapters 10-21 in the spring. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Mary Delk or Jeanette Helfin to register. Contact Erin Wyman for childcare needs.   

Meaningful Membership Class | September 14 
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. For more information and to register, click here.  

Women’s Fall Retreat | September 19-20 
All women 16 years and up are invited to join us for a sweet time of fellowship and encouragement as we reflect on the God who meets us in every trial with His presence and His comfort. The theme this year is "Resting In the God of All Comfort" | 2 Corinthians 1:3-5. Register here. 

Fall Life Classes | 9AM on Sundays
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us! During the fall semester, we have the following Life Classes:

• Psalms Life Class

• Habits of Grace

• Spanish Life Class | La doctrina de Cristo

• Student Life Class (6th-12th grade) | Knowing God

• Kids Life Class (K-5th) | The Gospel Project

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• August 31 | Luke 9:37-50 | Adventures in Missing the Point | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

  • FIFTH SUNDAY GATHERING | 5:00 PM | Vision Night & Budget Vote 

    • Join us as we gather for food and fellowship to kick off the new church year and to ask the Lord to guide us and guard our steps in the coming year of ministry together. We will also have a SPECIAL CALLED MEMBERS’ MEETING to vote on the October 2025-September 2026 budget. 

• September 7 | Luke 9:51-62 | Wholehearted Followers of Jesus

• September 14 | Luke 10:1-24 | The Nature of Mission 

• September 21 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• September 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• October 5 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• October 12 | Luke 10:25-37 | Love Your Neighbor | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• October 19| Luke 10:38-42 | Learn from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• October 26 | Luke 11:1-13 | Learn to Pray from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• November 2 | Luke 11:14-36 | Jewish Opposition to Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• November 9 | Luke 11:37-54 | Six Woes to the Religious Leaders | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• November 16 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• November 23 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• November 30 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• December 7 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• December 14 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• December 21 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: North Africa – Team Expansion 
We are privileged to partner with the K family in North Africa. For 15 years, the Ks have been reaching unbelievers in a predominantly Muslim country (99%). And yet, the body of Christ is growing in that nation.  

Some ways you may be praying: 
1. Pray for a healthy, fruitful church led by godly, growing, local leaders. 
2. Pray for these believers/leaders, especially as they face unique opportunities and challenges. 
3. Pray for the K family – for a Jesus-centered home and joyful hearts. 
4. Pray for the K family’s financial provision. 

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

The Majesty of Christ | Luke 9:28-36

As we seek to follow Jesus’s voice and follow him, dozens of other voices also call out, telling us something contrary to what Jesus tells us. With so many competing voices in our world, whose voice are you listening to? Whose voice do you prioritize?  

When the voices of our world seemingly drown out Jesus’s voice, our Father reminds us, “This is my Son, my Chosen One, listen to him” (Luke 9:35). That’s the point of Jesus’s transfiguration. We are to listen to Jesus because he is the unique Son of God who shares the Father’s glory (9:28-31) and fulfills the Father’s saving plan (9:34-36). 

Sadly, just like Peter, John, and James, we are often tempted to listen to voices other than Jesus’s (9:32-33). They wanted to enshrine their personal experience and, inadvertently, make Moses’s, Elijah’s, and Jesus’s voices equal. That’s when the Father declares, “Listen to him.” 

One who “listens to Jesus” is characterized by hearing and obeying Jesus’s words. Jesus confirmed that the entire Old Testament pointed to him. And since the OT is God’s word, and Jesus is God, it is also Jesus’s word. Jesus also told his disciples that he would send the Spirit to “guide them into all truth” (John 16:12-15). By the ministry of the Spirit, the disciples of Jesus wrote down the words of Jesus so that we may have them today. This is our New Testament.  

So, our Bible is God’s word, Jesus’s word. To listen to Jesus is to listen to God. To listen to Jesus is to listen to his word.  

• Listen to Preaching – we hear Jesus’s voice and that helps us navigate all the competing voices we will hear in our world. 

• Listen to the Singing – we remind one another what Jesus says. 

• Listen with others – everything we do at High Pointe is to help one another listen to Jesus’ voice: Life Classes, High Pointe Institute, Bible Studies, Life Groups... 

• Listen alone – read, study, memorize, and meditate on God’s word, Jesus’s voice, the Bible. 

• Help others Listen – this is what we call discipleship. 

But we must also be doers of the word, not just hearers. The one who hears and obeys Jesus, hears and obeys God. If you love Jesus, you will obey his commandments. Obeying Jesus means we trust his word above all others. 

When it comes to life’s most important questions, whose voice are you listening to? Listen to him! 

Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. 

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

 Resources of the Week 

• Jesus Calling – How Well are You Listening? 

• Listening to God’s Word 

• 3 Implications of the Fact that God Has Spoken 

• The Hardest Word to Obey 

• If You Love Me, Keep My Commandments – a sermon by Dr. Ligon Duncan 

Last week’s resources 

• Peace Pursuit Quick Start Guide 

• Quarreling and Wisdom 

• Blessed are the Peacemakers 

• Work For Unity as a Peacemaker 

• Peacekeeping or Peacemaking 
  

Song of the Month: Whate’er My God Ordains Is Right 
 

Life at High Pointe 

Fall Life Classes | Begin THIS Sunday at 9AM
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us!

Young Adult Luncheon | THIS Sunday August 24 
The Young Adults will be meeting for lunch at MOD Pizza (500 W Canyon Ridge Dr Suite J100, Austin, TX 78753) after the morning service on August 24 at 12:15PM. 

KidsPointe Registration is NOW OPEN | Begins THIS Sunday August 24
Registration is open for the 2025-2026 school year of KidsPointe. K-5th grade children are welcome to attend. All children attending must be registered, even if they've attended KidsPointe in the past. We're studying The Gospel Story which teaches children that the Bible is one continuous story that points to Jesus as the hero. Parents interested in serving in KidsPointe are encouraged to contact Erin Wyman. 

High Pointe Institute | Begins August 27 
The High Pointe Institute (HPI) is a one-year training program meant to offer a pathway for growing disciples to be equipped for ministry both in the church and the world. The goal is to form mature disciples who are growing in their knowledge and love for God, who are committed to the church’s mission, and who are devoted to helping others follow Christ. Click here to register.  

 Women’s Evening Bible Study | Begins August 27 
Time: Wednesdays 6:30pm - 8:00pm, August 27th - December 3rd. Ladies, you are invited to join us for an in-depth study of the Book of Hebrews. Each weekly lesson includes home study questions, interactive group discussion, and teaching by study leaders. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Susan Horton or Marilyn Waters for more information. Click here to register.  

Women’s Morning Bible Study Begins September 10  
Time: Wednesdays 10:00am – 11:30am, September 10 - November 19. Join us for an inductive study of the Gospel of John! We will cover chapters 1-9 this fall and chapters 10-21 in the spring. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Mary Delk or Jeanette Helfin to register. Contact Erin Wyman for childcare needs.   

UT International Friendship Program | Application Deadline August 29
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) at the University of Texas is proud to sponsor the Friendship Program to connect members of the Austin community with our international students and scholars. Hosts have the opportunity to meet people from across the world and help them feel welcome in their new home. Applications must be completed by August 29th. If you'd like more information about the Friendship Program, please contact Sunila Levi (sunilalevi@yahoo.com), Suzanne Capo (suzannecapo@gmail.com), or Marilyn Waters (majowaters@gmail.com). Click here to register and view more details.  

Women’s Fall Retreat | September 19-20
All women 16 years and up are invited to join us for a sweet time of fellowship and encouragement as we reflect on the God who meets us in every trial with His presence and His comfort. The theme this year is "Resting In the God of All Comfort" | 2 Corinthians 1:3-5. Register here.

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• August 24 | Miguel Nunez | Special Guest Preacher 

• August 31 | Luke 9:46-62 | Wrong Thinking about Discipleship | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

  • FIFTH SUNDAY GATHERING | 5:00 PM | Vision Night & Budget Vote 

  • Join us as we gather for food and fellowship to kick off the new church year and to ask the Lord to guide us and guard our steps in the coming year of ministry together. We will also have a SPECIAL CALLED MEMBERS’ MEETING to vote on the October 2025-September 2026 budget. 

• September 7 | Luke 10:1-24 | The Nature of Mission | Pastor Juan Sanchez

• September 14 | Luke 10:25-37 | Love Your Neighbor | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• September 21 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• September 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• October 5 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• October 12 | Luke 10:38-42 | Learn from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• October 19 | Luke 11:1-13 | Learn to Pray from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• October 26 | Luke 11:14-36 | Jewish Opposition to Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• November 2 | Luke 11:37-54 | Six Woes to the Religious Leaders | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• November 9 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• November 16 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• November 23 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• November 30 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• December 7 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• December 14 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 21 | Luke 13:10-17 | What is the Point of the Sabbath? | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: North Africa – Team Expansion 
We are privileged to partner with the K family in North Africa. For 15 years, the Ks have been reaching unbelievers in a predominantly Muslim country (99%). And yet, the body of Christ is growing in that nation.  

Some ways you may be praying: 
1. Pray for a healthy, fruitful church led by godly, growing, local leaders. 
2. Pray for these believers/leaders, especially as they face unique opportunities and challenges. 
3. Pray for the K family – for a Jesus-centered home and joyful hearts. 
4. Pray for the K family’s financial provision. 

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

Persevere in Hope: Christ Our Savior, our Hope, our Peacemaker

Isaiah’s vision of King Jesus encourages us to hold onto hope, even when life feels hopeless. This King, unlike any earthly ruler, is filled with the Spirit—wisdom, understanding, counsel, might, knowledge, and reverence for God. Jesus judges righteously, cares for the poor, and looks beyond outward appearances, weighing the heart. 

As Christ’s followers, we are called to imitate Him—living out the fruit of the Spirit and pursuing peace even in the midst of conflict. Instead of sowing discord, we seek unity, striving to live at peace with everyone as much as we are able (Romans 12:18). 

Facing conflict or feeling offended? Let it be an opportunity to show the gospel and demonstrate Christ-like love.  Begin by meeting with God in prayer: confess any wrong attitudes, receive His forgiveness, and ask for wisdom. Remember Jesus’ humble, sacrificial love—even toward His enemies. Ask the Holy Spirit to help you respond like Christ in every situation.   

There are times when conflict requires careful and wise conversations.  Be ready, though for God to change your perspective when you first come to him in prayer.  

Explore the Peace Pursuit Quick Start Guide  and the links to resources below for biblical steps for resolving conflict. 

Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

 Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. 

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

  Resources of the Week 

• Peace Pursuit Quick Start Guide 

• Quarreling and Wisdom 

• Blessed are the Peacemakers 

• Work For Unity as a Peacemaker 

• Peacekeeping or Peacemaking 

• Gospel Peacemaking

Last week’s resources 

• None too old to serve the King 

• Love the lonely among you 

• Intro to Isaiah 

• Who knows what I am going through? 

Song of the Month: Whate’er My God Ordains Is Right 

Life at High Pointe 
 

Men’s Walking Together Group | Wednesdays at 6:30 PM (ongoing meetings until 
August 13) 
Men, please join us on Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM from June 11-August 13 as we meet to study Proverbs and read through “The Blessings of Humility” by Jerry Bridges. For more information and to register, click here.  

UT International Friendship Program 
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) at the University of Texas is proud to sponsor the Friendship Program to connect members of the Austin community with our international students and scholars. Hosts have the opportunity to meet people from across the world and help them feel welcome in their new home. Applications must be completed by August 29th. If you'd like more information about the Friendship Program, please contact Sunila Levi (sunilalevi@yahoo.com), Suzanne Capo (suzannecapo@gmail.com), or Marilyn Waters (majowaters@gmail.com). Click here to register and view more details.  

Senior Adult Breakfast | August 17  
The Senior Adults (55+) are gathering to have breakfast together in the fellowship hall on Sunday, August 17! If you are 55+, please join for food and fellowship! 

Young Adult Luncheon | August 24 
The Young Adults will be meeting for lunch at MOD Pizza (500 W Canyon Ridge Dr Suite J100, Austin, TX 78753) after the morning service on August 24 at 12:15PM. 

KidsPointe Registration is NOW OPEN 
Registration is open for the 2025-2026 school year of KidsPointe. K-5th grade children are welcome to attend. All children attending must be registered, even if they've attended KidsPointe in the past. KidsPointe starts August 17 and takes place during the morning worship service (the children are dismissed just before the sermon). We're studying The Gospel Story which teaches children that the Bible is one continuous story that points to Jesus as the hero. We will finish the Old Testament at the beginning of the school year then quickly move into the New Testament where we'll stay throughout the rest of this year. Parents interested in serving in KidsPointe are encouraged to contact Erin Wyman. 

High Pointe Institute Begins August 27 
The High Pointe Institute (HPI) is a one-year training program meant to offer a pathway for growing disciples to be equipped for ministry both in the church and the world. The goal is to form mature disciples who are growing in their knowledge and love for God, who are committed to the church’s mission, and who are devoted to helping others follow Christ. Click here to register.  

Women’s Evening Bible Study Begins August 27 
Time: Wednesdays 6:30pm - 8:00pm, August 27th - December 3rd. Ladies, you are invited to join us for an in-depth study of the Book of Hebrews. Each weekly lesson includes home study questions, interactive group discussion, and teaching by study leaders. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Susan Horton or Marilyn Waters for more information. Click here to register.  

Women’s Morning Bible Study Begins September 10  
Time: Wednesdays 10:00am – 11:30am, September 10 - November 19. Join us for an inductive study of the Gospel of John! We will cover chapters 1-9 this fall and chapters 10-21 in the spring. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Mary Delk or Jeanette Helfin to register. Contact Erin Wyman for childcare needs.   

Women’s Fall Retreat | Save the Date
Save the date for the High Pointe Women’s fall Retreat happening September 19-20 at Camp Buckner in Burnet, TX. More information and registration coming soon.

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• August 17 | Luke 9:28-45 | The Majesty of Christ | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• August 24 | Miguel Nunez | Special Guest Preacher 

• August 31 | Luke 9:46-62 | Wrong Thinking about Discipleship | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

  • FIFTH SUNDAY GATHERING | 5:00 PM | Vision Night & Budget Vote 

    • Join us as we gather for food and fellowship to kick off the new church year and to ask the Lord to guide us and guard our steps in the coming year of ministry together. We will also have a SPECIAL CALLED MEMBERS’ MEETING to vote on the October 2025-September 2026 budget. 

• September 7 | Luke 10:1-24 | The Nature of Mission 

• September 14 | Luke 10:25-37 | Love Your Neighbor | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• September 21 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• September 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• October 5 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• October 12 | Luke 10:38-42 | Learn from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• October 19 | Luke 11:1-13 | Learn to Pray from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• October 26 | Luke 11:14-36 | Jewish Opposition to Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• November 2 | Luke 11:37-54 | Six Woes to the Religious Leaders | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• November 9 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• November 16 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• November 23 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• November 30 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• December 7 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• December 14 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 21 | Luke 13:10-17 | What is the Point of the Sabbath? | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: North Africa – Team Expansion 
We are privileged to partner with the K family in North Africa. For 15 years, the Ks have been reaching unbelievers in a predominantly Muslim country (99%). And yet, the body of Christ is growing in that nation.  

Some ways you may be praying: 
1. Pray for a healthy, fruitful church led by godly, growing, local leaders. 
2. Pray for these believers/leaders, especially as they face unique opportunities and challenges. 
3. Pray for the K family – for a Jesus-centered home and joyful hearts. 
4. Pray for the K family’s financial provision. 

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

Resistance Is Futile: God’s Unstoppable Purpose in Isaiah 6

On Sunday, we considered the prophet Isaiah’s startling vision of our Big, Holy God and King. The LORD revealed to Isaiah an overwhelming picture reminding him that, even amid chaos and confusion, the Creator King is ruling over all and is always on his throne. 

Sinless angelic beings called seraphim shielded themselves from the majestic glory and 
splendor of the Living God and called out “Holy, Holy, Holy is the LORD God of Hosts, the wholeearth is full of his glory.” 

Reminder: There is a God who rules and reigns over all. We are not God. Humility is the first 
step towards true worship.  

Isaiah was undone by what he saw and declared his own sinful rebellion and that of his people. 
“Woe is me,” for I am lost/undone, said the prophet.  He did not protest his innocence but immediately confessed his sin and unworthiness before the LORD.  Then, he offered to go wherever the Holy God would send him and do whatever his LORD might ask.  “Here I am, send me,” said Isaiah.   

Reminder: Offer yourself afresh to go wherever, do whatever, whenever the LORD directs.  

The Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God of Hosts gave Isaiah a strange mission.  He is sent to people who are “ever hearing but never understanding.”  Isaiah’s message would be rejected, but God’s purposes and plan would prevail.  God preserved a remnant of the faithful, and Christ would eventually be born of that faithful seed/remnant. 

Reminder:  Resistance to God’s plan is always futile. 

Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

Resources of the Week 

• None too old to serve the King 

• Love the lonely among you 

• Intro to Isaiah 

• Who knows what I am going through? 

Last week’s resources 

• Strengthen Your Marriage by Rehearsing the Covenant 

• Hope for Hard Marriages by John Piper 

• Preparing for Marriage: Help for Christian Couples by John Piper 

• A Do-It-Yourself Marriage Retreat by Deepak Reju 

  • Even if you are unable to get away, establish a plan to work through the questions in this retreat in a systematic, thorough, and unrushed manner.  

Song of the Month: Whate’er My God Ordains is Right

Life at High Pointe 
 

Men’s Walking Together Group | Wednesdays at 6:30 PM (ongoing meetings until 
August 13) 
Men, please join us on Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM from June 11-August 13 as we meet to study Proverbs and read through “The Blessings of Humility” by Jerry Bridges. For more information and to register, click here.  

KidsPointe Registration is NOW OPEN 
Registration is open for the 2025-2026 school year of KidsPointe. K-5th grade children are welcome to attend. All children attending must be registered, even if they've attended KidsPointe in the past. KidsPointe starts August 17 and takes place during the morning worship service (the children are dismissed just before the sermon). We're studying The Gospel Story which teaches children that the Bible is one continuous story that points to Jesus as the hero. We will finish the Old Testament at the beginning of the school year then quickly move into the New Testament where we'll stay throughout the rest of this year. Parents interested in serving in KidsPointe are encouraged to contact Erin Wyman. 

 Spanish Theology Conference | Saturday, August 23 | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm  
High Pointe Baptist Church is excited to partner with Coalicion por el Evangelio to host a Spanish-language conference: "To God Alone Be the Glory (Solo A Dios La Gloria)." The conference will center on the Solas of the Christian faith with the aim of deepening participants' clarity and conviction when preaching the Gospel as well as provide encouragement for how to live faithfully in these times. You can register online here.   

Women’s Evening Bible Study Begins  
Time: Wednesdays 6:30pm - 8:00pm, August 27th - December 3rd. Ladies, you are invited to join us for an in-depth study of the Book of Hebrews. Each weekly lesson includes home study questions, interactive group discussion, and teaching by study leaders. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Susan Horton or Marilyn Waters for more information. Click here to register.  

Women’s Morning Bible Study Begins September 10  
Time: Wednesdays 10:00am – 11:30am, September 10 - November 19. Join us for an inductive study of the Gospel of John! We will cover chapters 1-9 this fall and chapters 10-21 in the spring. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Mary Delk or Jeanette Helfin to register. Contact Erin Wyman for childcare needs.   

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• August 3 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• August 10 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• August 17 | Luke 9:28-45 | The Majesty of Christ | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• August 24 | Luke 9:46-62 | Wrong Thinking about Discipleship | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• August 31 | Luke 10:1-24 | The Nature of Mission 

  • FIFTH SUNDAY GATHERING | 5:00 PM | Vision Night & Budget Vote 

    • Join us as we gather for food and fellowship to kick off the new church year and to ask the Lord to guide us and guard our steps in the coming year of ministry together. We will also have a SPECIAL CALLED MEMBERS’ MEETING to vote on the October 2025-September 2026 budget. 

• September 7 | Luke 10:25-37 | Love Your Neighbor | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• September 14 | Luke 10:38-42 | Learn from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• September 21 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• September 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• October 5 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• October 12 | Luke 11:1-13 | Learn to Pray from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• October 19 | Luke 11:14-36 | Jewish Opposition to Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• October 26 | Luke 11:37-54 | Six Woes to the Religious Leaders | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• November 2 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• November 9 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• November 16 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• November 23 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• December 7 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• December 14 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 21 | Luke 13:10-17 | What is the Point of the Sabbath? | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: North Africa – Team Expansion 
We are privileged to partner with the K family in North Africa. For 15 years, the Ks have been reaching unbelievers in a predominantly Muslim country (99%). And yet, the body of Christ is growing in that nation.  

Some ways you may be praying: 
1. Pray for a healthy, fruitful church led by godly, growing, local leaders. 
2. Pray for these believers/leaders, especially as they face unique opportunities and challenges. 
3. Pray for the K family – for a Jesus-centered home and joyful hearts. 
4. Pray for the K family’s financial provision. 

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

Marriage: A Good Gift from the Lord

On Sunday, our guest preacher, pastor Blake White, shared with us four pillars of a faithful marriage: an ongoing commitment to (1) Christ, (2) one another, (3) a life of repentance, and (4) a life of pursuit (of one another). These are helpful reminders that are rooted in Genesis 2:18-25; Ephesians 5:22-33; and other marriage pictures in Scripture. Additionally, these commitments are “baked into” marriage during the ceremony when a couple shares their vows publicly. 

Because we are human and struggle with sin, we admit that we are imperfect in maintaining these commitments. Sadly, some have experienced such a breakdown or betrayal of those commitments that the marriage is in danger or even dissolved. The good news is that Jesus is our always-faithful, never-failing husband, though we are the faithless bride. And we can learn from him patience, forbearance, and forgiveness.  

Wherever you find yourself in life (single or married), let’s look to Jesus, our faithful bridegroom. And let us love one another with the same sacrificial love with which he loved us. His willing self-sacrifice for those who did not deserve it or return it, is the definition of love. So, let us commit to Christ, and let us love one another as Christ loved us:  

• as brothers and sisters in Christ – Are you considering others better than yourself, looking for the best in them, not judging motives, quick to forgive? 

• as spiritual fathers/sons and mothers/daughters – Are you seeking to care for one another in the church as the new covenant family, discipling one another, bearing one another’s burdens? 

• as earthly husbands and wives and parents and children – Husbands, are you loving and cherishing your wife as Christ loves and cherishes the church? Wives, are you respecting and following your husband and the church follows Christ? 

The purpose of earthly marriage is to point to the eternal marriage. Earthly marriage is temporary. It will pass. But now, we have the opportunity to show the world how Jesus loves his bride. May the Lord grant us the strength and grace to do so faithfully. For those who are struggling in your marriage, don’t walk alone. We want the opportunity to walk alongside you and help you and your marriage look more like the heavenly marriage.

Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. 

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

 Resources of the Week 

• Strengthen Your Marriage by Rehearsing the Covenant 

• Hope for Hard Marriages by John Piper 

• Preparing for Marriage: Help for Christian Couples by John Piper 

• A Do-It-Yourself Marriage Retreat by Deepak Reju 

  • Even if you are unable to get away, establish a plan to work through the questions in this retreat in a systematic, thorough, and unrushed manner. 

 Last week’s resources 

• Maybe you SHOULD talk to strangers. 

• On Friendships and Wisdom  

• On marriage and repentance 

Song of the Month: Whate’er My God Ordains is Right 

Life at High Pointe 
 

Men’s Walking Together Group | Wednesdays at 6:30 PM (ongoing meetings until 
August 13) 
Men, please join us on Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM from June 11-August 13 as we meet to study Proverbs and read through “The Blessings of Humility” by Jerry Bridges. For more information and to register, click here.  

KidsPointe Registration is OPEN 
Registration is open for the 2025-2026 school year of KidsPointe. K-5th grade children are welcome to attend. All children attending must be registered, even if they've attended KidsPointe in the past. KidsPointe starts August 17 and takes place during the morning worship service (the children are dismissed just before the sermon). We're studying The Gospel Story which teaches children that the Bible is one continuous story that points to Jesus as the hero. We will finish the Old Testament at the beginning of the school year then quickly move into the New Testament where we'll stay throughout the rest of this year. Parents interested in serving in KidsPointe are encouraged to contact Erin Wyman. 

Ladies Bunco Night | THIS Saturday, August 2 | 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM 
Please join us for a fun evening of Bunco on Saturday, August 2 from 6:00 PM to 8:30PM at the church! There is no cost to attend this event; however, participants must bring a bag of candy to participate in the Bunco game. Click here to register.  

Spanish Theology Conference | Saturday, August 23 | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 
High Pointe Baptist Church is excited to partner with Coalicion por el Evangelio to host a Spanish-language conference: "To God Alone Be the Glory (Solo A Dios La Gloria)." The conference will center on the Solas of the Christian faith with the aim of deepening participants' clarity and conviction when preaching the Gospel as well as provide encouragement for how to live faithfully in these times. You can register online here.  
 

Women’s Bible Studies 

Women’s Evening Bible Study Begins August 27 
Time: Wednesdays 6:30pm - 8:00pm, August 27th - December 3. Ladies, you are invited to join us for an in-depth study of the Book of Hebrews. Each weekly lesson includes home study questions, interactive group discussion, and teaching by study leaders. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Susan Horton or Marilyn Waters for more information. Click here to register.  

Women’s Morning Bible Study Begins September 10 
Time: Wednesdays 10:00am – 11:30am, September 10 - November 19. Join us for an inductive study of the Gospel of John! We will cover chapters 1-9 this fall and chapters 10-21 in the spring. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Mary Delk or Jeanette Helfin to register. Contact Erin Wyman for childcare needs.  

High Pointe Women’s Fall Retreat | Save the Date 
The High Pointe Women’s 2025 Fall retreat will be at Camp Buckner from September 19-20. Save the date and expect more information soon!  

Summer Life Class | Sundays at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us. This session, we are offering the following Summer Life Class:  

What Does It Mean to Be a Christian Today? 
The way Christians live out their faith has always been affected by the culture and context around them. That’s as true for us today as it was for believers centuries ago. So how have Christians remained faithful in the face of changing times, challenges, and cultures? This summer, join us as we explore the lives of key figures from Church History and discover how they sought to follow Christ in their own era. Each week we’ll zoom in on a different individual (or group), considering their faithfulness, flaws, and what we can take away from their example. Please note: There is no children’s ministry or nursery provided during the summer months. 

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• August 3 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• August 10 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• August 17 | Luke 9:28-45 | The Majesty of Christ | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• August 24 | Luke 9:46-62 | Wrong Thinking about Discipleship | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• August 31 | Luke 10:1-24 | The Nature of Mission 

• FIFTH SUNDAY GATHERING | 5:00 PM | Vision Night & Budget Vote 

  • Join us as we gather for food and fellowship to kick off the new church year and to ask the Lord to guide us and guard our steps in the coming year of ministry together. We will also have a SPECIAL CALLED MEMBERS’ MEETING to vote on the October 2025-September 2026 budget. 

• September 7 | Luke 10:25-37 | Love Your Neighbor | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• September 14 | Luke 10:38-42 | Learn from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• September 21 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• September 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• October 5 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• October 12 | Luke 11:1-13 | Learn to Pray from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• October 19 | Luke 11:14-36 | Jewish Opposition to Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• October 26 | Luke 11:37-54 | Six Woes to the Religious Leaders | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• November 2 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• November 9 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• November 16 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• November 23 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• December 7 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• December 14 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez  

• December 21 | Luke 13:10-17 | What is the Point of the Sabbath? | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: North Africa – Team Expansion 
We are privileged to partner with the K family in North Africa. For 15 years, the Ks have been reaching unbelievers in a predominantly Muslim country (99%). And yet, the body of Christ is growing in that nation.  

Some ways you may be praying: 
1. Pray for a healthy, fruitful church led by godly, growing, local leaders. 
2. Pray for these believers/leaders, especially as they face unique opportunities and challenges. 
3. Pray for the K family – for a Jesus-centered home and joyful hearts. 
4. Pray for the K family’s financial provision. 

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours. To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

Remember Christ, the Better Lamb

Guyton Garland walked us through Exodus 12 and the Passover this past Sunday morning. He encouraged us to remind one another to put all our hope in the Lamb of God, Jesus Christ. Christ's sacrificial death in our place is our only hope in life and death. Guyton helped us understand that God saves his people through the better Lamb—Christ himself. Christ our Passover lamb has been sacrificed once for all who will turn from sin and trust in Christ alone.  

Only in Christ is there forgiveness of our rebellion and sin, and freedom to live a life pleasing to God in the power of the Holy Spirit. 

We saw clearly that when God delivered his people from Egypt, there was a death in every household. In homes where no lamb or goat's blood was shed, the Destroyer killed the firstborn. In the homes of obedient Israelites, a substitute death provided shed blood which was placed on the doorposts. The Destroyer passed over those homes. 

All this is a bright flashing signal pointing to the Son of God. The Lamb of God died in the place of all who would believe in Christ. This substitute sacrificial death sets people free to serve the living God. 

Our weekly celebration of the Lord's Supper reminds us that we also have been set free from the penalty and power of sin because of another's faithfulness in life and shed blood in death. 

As Guyton prepares to move to Chicago, he encouraged High Pointe to continue helping one another persevere. We should remain faithful and actively wait as we journey toward the Promised Land—the New Heavens and Earth. 

This week, prayerfully plan to encourage other High Pointe members. Reach out to someone and remind them of God's faithfulness to keep his promises. 

Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. 

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

 Resources of the Week 

• Maybe you SHOULD talk to strangers. 

• On Friendships and Wisdom  

• On marriage and repentance 

 Last week’s resources 

• Ekklesia Africa 

• What we should know about the church in Africa 

• Doctrinal Training in Africa 

• Interview with Ken Mbugua about partnering well  

Song of the Month: Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee 

Life at High Pointe 
 

Men’s Walking Together Group | Wednesdays at 6:30 PM (ongoing meetings until 
August 13) 
Men, please join us on Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM from June 11-August 13 as we meet to study Proverbs and read through “The Blessings of Humility” by Jerry Bridges. For more information and to register, click here.  

 KidsPointe Registration is NOW OPEN 
Registration is open for the 2025-2026 school year of KidsPointe. K-5th grade children are welcome to attend. All children attending must be registered, even if they've attended KidsPointe in the past. KidsPointe starts August 17 and takes place during the morning worship service (the children are dismissed just before the sermon). We're studying The Gospel Story which teaches children that the Bible is one continuous story that points to Jesus as the hero. We will finish the Old Testament at the beginning of the school year then quickly move into the New Testament where we'll stay throughout the rest of this year. Parents interested in serving in KidsPointe are encouraged to contact Erin Wyman. 

Youth Parent Information Meeting | THIS Sunday 11:45am | Fellowship Hall  
A meeting for families of current youth students and rising 6th graders to learn more about High Pointe's Student Ministry. Mark will share our vision, explain what the student ministry does, and answer any questions. No registration required. 

Young Adult Lunch | THIS Sunday, July 27 12:15pm 
Young Adults, please join us for lunch on Sunday, July 27 after the morning service at 12:15pm. This month, the lunch be potluck style at Keziah Chacko’s house (2309 Langdale Ln, Austin TX 78754). Please click here to access the sign-up sheet for what food item you are bringing. This event will be indoors and outside, so bring lawn games (spikeball, cornhole, etc.) and board games! 

Ladies Bunco Night | Saturday, August 2 | 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM 
Please join us for a fun evening of Bunco on Saturday, August 2 from 6:00 PM to 8:30PM at the church! There is no cost to attend this event; however, participants must bring a bag of candy to participate in the Bunco game. Click here to register.  

Women’s Evening Bible Study Begins  
Time: Wednesdays 6:30pm - 8:00pm, August 27th - December 3rd. Ladies, you are invited to join us for an in-depth study of the Book of Hebrews. Each weekly lesson includes home study questions, interactive group discussion, and teaching by study leaders. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Susan Horton or Marilyn Waters for more information. Click here to register.  

T2G (Titus 2 groups) Begin in September 
T2G, a discipleship ministry for the women of High Pointe, begins again in September. Groups pair 1-2 older women with 4-6 younger women for monthly gatherings, fostering faith and intergenerational relationships. Each group reads a selected book together from September to May. Interested? Contact Mary Delk at 763-442-0919 or marybethdelk@gmail.com. All young women are encouraged to join, and we’ll help you find a group that fits! 

Summer Life Class | Sundays at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us. This session, we are offering the following Summer Life Class: What Does It Mean to Be a Christian Today? 

The way Christians live out their faith has always been affected by the culture and context around them. That’s as true for us today as it was for believers centuries ago. So how have Christians remained faithful in the face of changing times, challenges, and cultures? This summer, join us as we explore the lives of key figures from Church History and discover how they sought to follow Christ in their own era. Each week we’ll zoom in on a different individual (or group), considering their faithfulness, flaws, and what we can take away from their example.  

 Please note: There is no children’s ministry or nursery provided during the summer months. 

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• July 6-27 | Summer Preaching Series 

  • July 27 | Pastor Blake White, Southside Baptist Church, Abilene, TX 

• August 3 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• August 10 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• August 17 | Luke 9:28-50 | The Majesty of Christ | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• August 24 | Luke 9:51-10:24 | The Cost of Discipleship | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• August 31 | Luke 10:25-37 | Love Your Neighbor | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

  • SPECIAL FIFTH SUNDAY GATHERING | 5:00 PM | Vision Night 

    • Join us as we gather for food and fellowship to kick off the new church year and to ask the Lord to guide us and guard our steps in the coming year of ministry together. 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: Middle East Ministries 
It is our joy to support one of our High Pointe families serving in the Middle East. We will not refer to them by name to protect their identity and location, but you may pray for them as you work through our membership directory.  

Please pray that the Lord will give them favor and fruitfulness in their work. Pray that the Lord may send a like-minded and similar life-stage family (or two) to serve alongside them. And pray that we would care for and encourage them well. 

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours and Guyton Garland walked us through Exodus 12 and the Passover Event this past Sunday morning. We were encouraged to remind one another to put all our hope in the Lamb of God, Jesus Christ, whose sacrificial death in our place is our only hope in life and death. Guyton helped us understand that God saves his people through the better Lamb who is Christ. Christ our passover lamb has been sacrificed for us once for all who will turn from sin and trust in Christ alone. Only in Christ is their forgiveness of our rebellion and sin and freedom to live a life please to God in the power of the Holy Spirit. on weekends. To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1. 

Look to the King

Ken Mbugua delivered an inspiring and thought-provoking message from Psalms 20 and 21 on Sunday morning. Later that evening in our prayer service, Brother Ken provided insight into how God is actively working to establish healthy churches throughout Kenya and Africa. For those interested in learning more, the Ekklesia Africa link and other links below offer additional information about leadership training for pastors in Africa. 

We all experience days of distress and trouble as we navigate a broken world marked by the effects of sin—challenges faced by everyone, whether Christian or not. Brother Ken encouraged us to reflect on the faithfulness of our Heavenly Father, who has fulfilled all His promises, demonstrated most clearly in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Bible stands as a continual testimony to God’s record of making and keeping his promises to his people, persisting through every hardship and seemingly impossible circumstance. 

Throughout Scripture, God's faithfulness is declared again and again, giving Christians every reason to place their hope and trust in our God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.  

We can be assured that the King of love will be with us amid distress, because the King of Kings has won victory over sin and death on our behalf, has risen from the dead, and now sits at the Father’s right hand. 

We are excited to welcome Austin and Sarah Kate (SK) Burns to High Pointe this week. They move here from Forth Worth and Trinity River Baptist Church where Austin has just completed an internship. Austin began work as Pastoral Associate of Discipleship on July 16. Look for Austin and SK on Sunday. 

Opportunities to Serve 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org. God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.  

Resources of the Week 

• Ekklesia Africa 

• What we should know about the church in Africa 

•  Doctrinal Training in Africa 

• Interview with Ken Mbugua about partnering well 

• Last week’s resources 

  • 16 Ways to pray for Missionaries 

  • How to pray for missions and missionaries   

  • The 6 Components of the Missionary Task Explained 

  • Matthew Henry’s Method for Prayer 

The Bible is all about God’s heart for the nations. 

Song of the Month: Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee 

Life at High Pointe 
 

Men’s Walking Together Group | Wednesdays at 6:30 PM (ongoing meetings until 
August 13) 
Men, please join us on Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM from June 11-August 13 as we meet to study Proverbs and read through “The Blessings of Humility” by Jerry Bridges. For more information and to register, click here.  

KidsPointe Registration is NOW OPEN 
Registration is open for the 2025-2026 school year of KidsPointe. K-5th grade children are welcome to attend. All children attending must be registered, even if they've attended KidsPointe in the past. KidsPointe starts August 24 and takes place during the morning worship service (the children are dismissed just before the sermon). We're studying The Gospel Story which teaches children that the Bible is one continuous story that points to Jesus as the hero. We will finish the Old Testament at the beginning of the school year then quickly move into the New Testament where we'll stay throughout the rest of this year. Parents interested in serving in KidsPointe are encouraged to contact Erin Wyman. 

Youth Parent Information Meeting | July 27, Sunday 11:45am | Fellowship Hall  
A meeting for families of current youth students and rising 6th graders to learn more about High Pointe's Student Ministry. Mark will share our vision, explain what the student ministry does, and answer any questions. No registration required. 

Young Adult Lunch | Sunday, July 27 12:15pm 
Please join the Young Adults for lunch on Sunday, July 27 after the morning service at 12:15pm. This month, the lunch be potluck style at Keziah Chacko’s house (2309 Langdale Ln, Austin TX 78754). Please click here to access the sign-up sheet for what food item you are bringing. This event will be indoors and outside, so bring lawn games (spikeball, cornhole, etc.) and board games! 

Ladies Bunco Night | Saturday, August 2 | 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM 
Please join us for a fun evening of Bunco on Saturday, August 2 from 6:00 PM to 8:30PM at the church! There is no cost to attend this event; however, participants must bring a bag of candy to participate in the Bunco game. Click here to register.  

T2G (Titus 2 groups) Begin in September 
T2G, a discipleship ministry for the women of High Pointe, begins again in September. Groups pair 1-2 older women with 4-6 younger women for monthly gatherings, fostering faith and intergenerational relationships. Each group reads a selected book together from September to May. Interested? Contact Mary Delk at 763-442-0919 or marybethdelk@gmail.com. All young women are encouraged to join, and we’ll help you find a group that fits! 

Summer Life Class | Sundays at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us. This session, we are offering the following Summer Life Class:

What Does It Mean to Be a Christian Today? 
The way Christians live out their faith has always been affected by the culture and context around them. That’s as true for us today as it was for believers centuries ago. So how have Christians remained faithful in the face of changing times, challenges, and cultures? This summer, join us as we explore the lives of key figures from Church History and discover how they sought to follow Christ in their own era. Each week we’ll zoom in on a different individual (or group), considering their faithfulness, flaws, and what we can take away from their example.  

 Please note: There is no children’s ministry or nursery provided during the summer months. 

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• July 6-27 | Summer Preaching Series 

  • July 20 | Guyton Garland 

  • July 27 | Pastor Blake Whitem, Southside Baptist Church, Abilene, TX 

• August 3 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• August 10 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• August 17 | Luke 9:28-50 | The Majesty of Christ | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• August 24 | Luke 9:51-10:24 | The Cost of Discipleship | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• August 31 | Luke 10:25-37 | Love Your Neighbor | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

  • SPECIAL FIFTH SUNDAY GATHERING | 5:00 PM | Vision Night 

    • Join us as we gather for food and fellowship to kick off the new church year and to ask the Lord to guide us and guard our steps in the coming year of ministry together. 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: Middle East Ministries 
It is our joy to support one of our High Pointe families serving in the Middle East. We will not refer to them by name to protect their identity and location, but you may pray for them as you work through our membership directory.  

Please pray that the Lord will give them favor and fruitfulness in their work. Pray that the Lord may send a like-minded and similar life-stage family (or two) to serve alongside them. And pray that we would care for and encourage them well. 

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours and on weekends. To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1.

Blessed To Be a Blessing

Mark Cambranis, our Director of Student Ministries, did a great job explaining and applying Psalm 67 this past Sunday. He challenged us to grow in our prayer life and remember the main point of Psalm 67: May God bless us so that the nations would worship Him. This psalm helps us align our hearts with God’s mission and pray in God-centered, others-centered ways—asking God to bless us so we can bless others. 

God has always wanted to bless His people so they can be a blessing to all nations. He promised Abraham that all nations would be blessed through his offspring, and the Bible shows how God keeps this promise by sending Jesus Christ, who took the curse of sin, died, and rose again to restore our relationship with God. This salvation brings joy to God’s people and moves us to share His blessing with others, even to the ends of the earth. 

 Practical Application and Prayer Focus 

• Pray for our global partners in God’s mission. See the Directory. 

• Pray for the Painters as they prepare to depart in less than a month. 

• As you pray, ask God to: 

  • Align your prayers with His mission and purposes. 

  • Give you a heart that seeks blessing for the sake of others. 

  • Show you how to find your joy and gladness in Him. 

Let Psalm 67 guide your prayers: seek God’s blessing, not just for personal gain, but so that His name would be known and worshiped among all nations. 

Opportunities to Serve
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 

Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings.  Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org.

God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom. 

Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support.  Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.

Resources of the Week

• Prayer and Praying for Missionaries 

  • 16 Ways to pray for Missionaries 

  • How to pray for missions and missionaries  

  • The 6 Components of the Missionary Task Explained

  • Matthew Henry’s Method for Prayer 

  The Bible is all about God’s heart for the nations. 

• Last week’s resources 

• The Way of the Cross by James Montgomery Boice 

• Lord, Help Me See the Ways to Die Today by Trevin Wax 

Life at High Pointe 

Men’s Walking Together Group | Wednesdays at 6:30 PM (ongoing meetings until August 13) 
Men, please join us on Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM from June 11-August 13 as we meet to study God’s Word and read through “The Blessings of Humility” by Jerry Bridges. For more information and to register, click here.  

Meaningful Membership Class | THIS Sunday, July 13 | 1:15 PM to 4:30 PM 
If you’re interested in learning more about High Pointe or pursuing membership with High Pointe, please mark your calendars Membership Class. This class will cover three main questions: What is the church and why should I join, what does High Pointe believe, and what do we expect of church members at High Pointe. Click here to register. 

Prayer Service | THIS Sunday, July 13 | 5 PM 
Join us this Sunday evening as we gather to pray and hear a special report from Pastor Ken Mbugua about his ministry in Africa.  

Youth Parent Information Meeting - July 27, Sunday 11:45am (after the service) – Fellowship Hall 
A meeting for families of current youth students and rising 6th graders to learn more about High Pointe's Student Ministry. Mark will share our vision, explain what the student ministry does, and answer any questions. No registration required.  

Ladies Bunco Night | Saturday, August 2 | 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM 
Please join us for a fun evening of Bunco on Saturday, August 2 from 6:00 PM to 8:30PM at the church! There is no cost to attend this event; however, participants must bring a bag of candy to participate in the Bunco game. Click here to register.  

T2G (Titus 2 groups) Begin in September 
T2G, a discipleship ministry for the women of High Pointe, begins again in September. Groups pair 1-2 older women with 4-6 younger women for monthly gatherings, fostering faith and intergenerational relationships. Each group reads a selected book together from September to May. Interested? Contact Mary Delk at 763-442-0919 or marybethdelk@gmail.com. All young women are encouraged to join, and we’ll help you find a group that fits! 

Summer Life Class | Sundays at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us. This session, we are offering the following Summer Life Class: 

What Does It Mean to Be a Christian Today? 
The way Christians live out their faith has always been affected by the culture and context around them. That’s as true for us today as it was for believers centuries ago. So how have Christians remained faithful in the face of changing times, challenges, and cultures? This summer, join us as we explore the lives of key figures from Church History and discover how they sought to follow Christ in their own era. Each week we’ll zoom in on a different individual (or group), considering their faithfulness, flaws, and what we can take away from their example.  

 Please note: There is no children’s ministry or nursery provided during the summer months. 

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• July 6-27 | Summer Preaching Series 

  • July 13 | Pastor Kenneth Mbugua, Emmanuel Baptist Church, Nairobi, Kenya 

    • Join us on Sunday, July 13, at 5:00 pm to hear about the state of the gospel work in Africa through the ministry of pastor Mbugua. 

  • July 20 | Guyton Garland 

  • July 27 | Pastor Blake White, Southside Baptist Church, Abilene, TX 

• August 3 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• August 10 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• August 17 | Luke 9:28-50 | The Majesty of Christ | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• August 24 | Luke 9:51-10:24 | The Cost of Discipleship | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• August 31 | Luke 10:25-37 | Love Your Neighbor | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

  • SPECIAL FIFTH SUNDAY GATHERING | 5:00 PM | Vision Night 

    • Join us as we gather for food and fellowship to kick off the new church year and to ask the Lord to guide us and guard our steps in the coming year of ministry together. 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: Middle East Ministries 
It is our joy to support one of our High Pointe families serving in the Middle East. We will not refer to them by name to protect their identity and location, but you may pray for them as you work through our membership directory.  

Please pray that the Lord will give them favor and fruitfulness in their work. Pray that the Lord may send a like-minded and similar life-stage family (or two) to serve alongside them. And pray that we would care for and encourage them well. 

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours and on weekends. To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1

Take Up Your Cross and Follow Jesus | Luke 9:18-27

In his book, “The Comfort Crisis,” Michael Easter argues that modern life has eliminated most sources of discomfort—physical, mental, emotional—and as a result, we are less healthy and less resilient. His point: We are inclined toward comfort, so, we avoid hard. That has made us weak, fragile, unfulfilled. Easter proposes that intentional exposure to discomfort is essential for growth and well-being. 

The comfort crisis is not new, though. It is rooted in a love of self which prioritizes safety, security, and self-preservation. But the problem is more serious than we think. The comfort crisis hasn’t only made us weak and left us unfulfilled. It is also a great obstacle to following Jesus. In Luke 9:18-27, the lesson Jesus wants to teach his disciples is that to follow Jesus is to follow him into suffering. Following Jesus is HARD. Following Jesus is DANGEROUS. Following Jesus is WORTH IT. 

Following Jesus means not only confessing him as King but also surrendering to him daily in wholehearted devotion. 

We are, by nature, creatures of comfort and pursuers of safety. So, ask yourself, “How will I give up comfort today and follow Jesus?”  

• We save our life by giving it away to him. 

• We gain our soul by being willing to lose everything. 

All who endure will hear Jesus’s affirmation for faithfully following him. “Well done my good and faithful slave. You have been faithful. Now, enter into the joy-filled rest of your king. That is the comfort we were created for. That is the comfort we long for. 

Resources of the Week  

• Denying Self and Bearing our Cross 

• The Way of the Cross by James Montgomery Boice  

• Lord, Help Me See the Ways to Die Today by Trevin Wax 

• Kingdom and Cross by Jeremy Treat 

• Books You Should Read This Summer (2025) 

Song of the Month: Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee 

Text to Give Contribution Update 

We’ve Got a New Text to Give Process!  
To donate using our Text to Give option, follow these simple steps: 

1. Open your phone’s text messaging app. 

1. Text: GIVE $[amount] (for example: GIVE $25) to the number +1 (844) 755-5384 

1. You will receive a secure link to confirm your donation. Click the link and follow the instructions to complete your donation. 

If you have any questions, please call the church office at (512) 837-7725. 

Opportunities to Serve and Grow at High Pointe 
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE) 
 

Men’s Walking Together Group | Wednesday, June 18 at 6:30 PM (ongoing meetings until 
August 13) 
Men, please join us on Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM from June 11-August 13 as we meet to study God’s Word and read through “The Blessings of Humility” by Jerry Bridges. For more information and to register, click here.  

Meaningful Membership Class | Sunday, July 13 | 1:15 PM to 4:30 PM 
If you’re interested in learning more about High Pointe or pursuing membership with High Pointe, please mark your calendars Membership Class. This class will cover three main questions: What is the church and why should I join, what does High Pointe believe, and what do we expect of church members at High Pointe. Click here to register. 

Ladies Bunco Night | Saturday, August 2 | 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Please join us for a fun evening of Bunco on Saturday, August 2 from 6:00 PM to 8:30PM at the church! There is no cost to attend this event; however, participants must bring a bag of candy to participate in the Bunco game. Click here to register.

T2G (Titus 2 groups) Begin in September
T2G will start up again in September. But now is the time to sign up! T2G is a discipleship ministry offering gender-specific, intergenerational community among the women of High Pointe.  Each group consists of one or two “older” women meeting together with 4-6 “younger” women.  The groups meet once a month to encourage women in their faith and to promote deeper relationships among the different generations of women in the church.  Each leader has chosen a book that the group will read together over the course of the year (September through May).  Please consider joining us for the year ahead.For more information, please contact Mary Delk at 763-442-0919 or at marybethdelk@gmail.com.  We encourage every one of our young women to be involved in T2G and we will help you find a group that works well for you.

Summer Life Class | Sundays at 9AM 
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us. This session, we are offering the following Summer Life Class: 

What Does It Mean to Be a Christian Today? 
The way Christians live out their faith has always been affected by the culture and context around them. That’s as true for us today as it was for believers centuries ago. So how have Christians remained faithful in the face of changing times, challenges, and cultures? This summer, join us as we explore the lives of key figures from Church History and discover how they sought to follow Christ in their own era. Each week we’ll zoom in on a different individual (or group), considering their faithfulness, flaws, and what we can take away from their example.  

 Please note: There is no children’s ministry or nursery provided during the summer months. 

Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:   

• July 6-27 | Summer Preaching Series 

  • July 6 | Mark Cambranis 

  • July 13 | Pastor Kenneth Mbugua, Emmanuel Baptist Church, Nairobi, Kenya 

    • Join us on Sunday, July 13, at 5:00 pm to hear about the state of the gospel work in Africa through the ministry of pastor Mbugua. 

  • July 20 | Guyton Garland 

  • July 27 | Pastor Blake White, Southside Baptist Church, Abilene, TX 

• August 3 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• August 10 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline 

• August 17 | Luke 9:28-50 | The Majesty of Christ | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• August 24 | Luke 9:51-10:24 | The Cost of Discipleship | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

• August 31 | Luke 10:25-37 | Love Your Neighbor | Pastor Juan Sanchez 

  • SPECIAL FIFTH SUNDAY GATHERING | 5:00 PM | Vision Night 

    • Join us as we gather for food and fellowship to kick off the new church year and to ask the Lord to guide us and guard our steps in the coming year of ministry together. 

Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. 

Gospel Partner of the Month: Middle East Ministries 
It is our joy to support one of our High Pointe families serving in the Middle East. We will not refer to them by name to protect their identity and location, but you may pray for them as you work through our membership directory.  

Please pray that the Lord will give them favor and fruitfulness in their work. Pray that the Lord may send a like-minded and similar life-stage family (or two) to serve alongside them. And pray that we would care for and encourage them well. 

On-Call Pastor 
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours and on weekends. To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1.