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Welcoming Visitors
High Pointe Family, you do such a great job of welcoming visitors each Sunday. Thank you for your practice of Christian hospitality. Our prayer is that we may grow even more in being a welcoming church. To that end, let me encourage you in these ways:
Come early and stay late. Many visitors coming to a new church will arrive early to find a seat. Many of our members arrive late. So, make every effort to come early to greet visitors as they arrive. Then, stay late to have conversations with them.
Seek out and engage visitors. When you are in the auditorium, look around for new faces, and engage with them. Introduce yourself. Welcome them officially to our gathering. Ask them if they have any questions.
Introduce them to someone else. Take an opportunity to help them make a connection by introducing them to someone that has something in common with them. If they are a college student, introduce them to another college student. If they are single, introduce them to other singles. If they speak Spanish, introduce them to other Spanish-speakers. You get the idea. It helps people to make a connection when they are visiting a church.
Show them around. Offer to show visitors where they need to go: nursery, restrooms, Life Classes, church office. While our building is simple and known to us, it can be confusing to visitors.
Guide them to the Connection Center. We have a Connection Center in the foyer staffed by a friendly group of volunteers. They are there to serve our visitors. Walk visitors to the Connection Center so they may fill out a card so we can know of their visit.
In God’s kindness, we receive a good number of visitors each week. You do such a great job of making them feel welcome, and we thank you for that. Let’s look for ways we can grow even more in showing the love of Christ through simple greetings and hospitality.
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
Life at High Pointe
Spring Life Classes | Resume January 25
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. Spring Life Classes will resume January 25. Click here to see which Life Classes will be offered!
High Pointe/9Marks Weekender for Pastors, Church Leaders, and Seminarians | February 19-22
At our weekender, we will host over 90 participants (pastors, church leaders, seminary students). The goal of the weekender is to join us and observe an elders’ meeting, talk about church health, and participate in a worship gathering and members’ meeting. Our aim is to model church health and encourage other churches.
Please pray for those 90+ participants as they prepare to join us, and pray that it would be a fruitful time of encouragement. If you are interested in volunteering, reach out to Austin Burns at austin@highpointeaustin.org.
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:
February 15 | Isaiah 49:1-13| The Mission Extended | Pastor Robert Cline
February 22 | Luke 13:10-35 | Will Only a Few be Saved? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
March 1 | Luke 14:1-24 | Dining with Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez
March 8 | Luke 14:25-35 | The Cost of Following Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez
March 15 | Isaiah 50:4-11 | The Willing and Suffering Servant Christ | Pastor Robert Cline
March 22 | Luke 15:1-32 | Lost and Found | Pastor Juan Sanchez
March 29 | Luke 16:1-17 | You Cannot Love God and Money | Pastor Juan Sanchez
April 5 | EASTER | Luke 16:19-31 | The Rich Man and Lazarus | Pastor Juan Sanchez
Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Gospel Partner of the Month: The International Mission Board of the SBC
The International Mission Board (IMB) exists to serve Southern Baptists in carrying out the Great Commission to make disciples of all nations.
With almost 47,000 churches cooperating to send missionaries through the IMB, we can support over 3,500 missionaries full-time in the international mission field. Take some time to work through the IMB website to learn more about how your regular giving through High Pointe is supporting Great Commission work worldwide.
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.
Welcome Peter Westerfeld and Family
It is a joy to welcome Peter Westerfeld and his family to High Pointe and to Austin. Peter is our new Director of Church Operations and Administration. Peter is married to Abigail, and they have five children 6 years old and under.
Peter grew up on a farm near Crawford, Texas, alongside his nine siblings. After graduating from high school, he continued working on the family farm while completing an undergraduate degree through Liberty University. At age 23, Peter married Abigail in Colorado Springs, and they moved to Louisville, Kentucky, where Peter began his MDiv studies at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.
During their seven years in Louisville, the Westerfelds were members of Third Avenue Baptist Church, which became a cherished church family to them. Over that time, the Lord blessed them with five children: Rilian (6), Bryce (4), Gilbert (2), Marcus (2), and Priscilla (10 months).
As Director of Operations and Administration, Peter will oversee our operational, financial and administrative effectiveness, and offer general pastoral support as we seek to glorify God by making wholehearted followers of Christ among all peoples.
Take time to welcome the Westerfelds.
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
Habakkuk Resources:
Book Recommendations:
From Fear to Faith: Rejoicing in the Lord in Turbulent Times by Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones
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:
February 8 | Isaiah 44:9-20 | Idolatry is Futile | Pastor Robert Cline
February 15 | Isaiah 49:1-13| Mission Extended | Pastor Robert Cline
February 22 | Luke 13:10-35 | Will Only a Few be Saved? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
March 1 | Luke 14:1-24 | Dining with Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez
March 8 | Luke 14:25-35 | The Cost of Following Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez
March 15 | Isaiah 50:4-11 | The Willing and Suffering Servant Christ | Pastor Robert Cline
March 22 | Luke 15:1-32 | Lost and Found | Pastor Juan Sanchez
March 29 | Luke 16:1-17 | You Cannot Love God and Money | Pastor Juan Sanchez
Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Gospel Partner of the Month: The International Mission Board of the SBC
The International Mission Board (IMB) exists to serve Southern Baptists in carrying out the Great Commission to make disciples of all nations.
With almost 47,000 churches cooperating to send missionaries through the IMB, we can support over 3,500 missionaries full-time in the international mission field. Take some time to work through the IMB website to learn more about how your regular giving through High Pointe is supporting Great Commission work worldwide.
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.
A New Year - New Opportunities
Beginning this week, several opportunities are available to our members for growing in the grace and knowledge of Jesus, gathering for mutual encouragement and edification, and getting to know one another. Allow me to highlight some of those and encourage you to take advantage of some of these opportunities, even if it may mean stepping out of your comfort zone.
LIFE CLASSES - Sundays at 9:00 AM
January 25 – May 24
Side by Side: Walking Together in Relational Wisdom and Love
Helping us build gospel-centered friendships that help one another follow Jesus.The Reformation
Exploring the Protestant Reformation: What changed?La Reforma
Explorando la Reforma Protestante: Que Cambio?The Old Testament Historical Books: 6th – 12th Grades
Kid’s Life Class: K-5th Grades
For more information on Life Classes, click HERE.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDIES
The Gospel of John
Wednesday Mornings | January 28 – April 22
For more information or to register, click HERE.Ezra and Nehemiah
Wednesday Evenings | January 28 – May 6
For more information or to register, click HERE.
THE HIGH POINTE INSTITUTE
Wednesday Evenings | January 28 – 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. Open to all members, participants will learn systematic theology as a foundation for Christian thinking and living.
For more information or to register, click HERE.
MEN’S DISCIPLESHIP GROUPS (D-GROUPS)
A discipleship ministry of High Pointe in which a small group of men meet monthly to discuss certain themes related to being men of God. The goal of our men's D-groups is to spur one another on in spiritual growth while building relationships among the men of the church.
Contact Craig Horton if you are interested.
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
Habakkuk Resources:
Book Recommendations:
From Fear to Faith: Rejoicing in the Lord in Turbulent Times by Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones
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:
February 1 | Habakkuk 3:1-19 | Trusting God with Confident Joy | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 8 | Isaiah 44:9-20 | Idolatry is Futile | Pastor Robert Cline
February 15 | Isaiah 49:1-13| Mission Extended | Pastor Robert Cline
February 22 | Luke 13:1-9 | Unless You Repent, You Too Will Perish | Pastor Juan Sanchez
March 1 | Luke 13:10-17 | What is the Point of the Sabbath? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Gospel Partner of the Month: The International Mission Board of the SBC
The International Mission Board (IMB) exists to serve Southern Baptists in carrying out the Great Commission to make disciples of all nations.
With almost 47,000 churches cooperating to send missionaries through the IMB, we can support over 3,500 missionaries full-time in the international mission field. Take some time to work through the IMB website to learn more about how your regular giving through High Pointe is supporting Great Commission work worldwide.
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.
Trusting God When He Doesn’t Make Sense: Habakkuk 1:12-2:20
It’s one thing to see all the violence and evil in the world and think to yourself, “That’s not right!” It’s something altogether different when the violence and evil comes home: a drunk driver takes a loved one’s life; a hidden abuse comes to light; a parent buries a child; a devastating diagnosis is given; a secret affair is exposed. In those moments, our “That’s not right” becomes personal and carries a heavier weight. How do you respond in those times when your life seems upside down and God seems to let it happen?
This is where Habakkuk finds himself in 1:12-2:20. He saw Judah’s evil and asked God to deal with it. But he didn’t like God’s answer. God revealed that he was raising up a pagan, violent nation (Babylon) to judge Judah. Habakkuk couldn’t believe what he had heard. Instead of suppressing his emotions and questions, though, he brought them to God once again. He wondered aloud, “How could God allow such a violent and wicked nation to judge his people?” That didn’t seem right to Habakkuk. How could God’s people endure such violence and survive? Habakkuk learned the lesson we must all learn: We endure evil and suffering by faith in the God who will judge justly.
What are you facing that makes you cry out, “That’s not right!” Maybe it’s something that happened a long time ago, but you still can’t get over it. Learn from Habakkuk:
Don’t jump to hasty conclusions as to why bad things are happening. The only way to truly know why God allows evil is by his revelation. He’s revealed that we suffer because of Adam’s sin – general and natural evil. He gives us a category for the evil done to us by others. And he reminds us that sometimes we suffer because of our own sin. When it’s not clear, don’t jump to conclusions. Instead, cry out to God.
Cry out to the Lord. Unload your burdens to him. Appeal to his nature and character – he is holy, good, sovereign, wise, faithful. And pour out your heart in specific complaints.
Trust in the Lord. This is the lesson of Lament. Even while bringing our complaints to God, we continue trusting him to be the God he promises to be. Don’t turn to functional saviors or false gods to save you. Turn to him and trust him.
Wait on the Lord. This is hard, but when we cling by faith to God – everything he has promised to be for us in Christ – and wait for him to act, he will give us the peace that passes understanding. He doesn’t owe us an answer, but Habakkuk reminds us that it is right for us to wait for one.
The righteous will live (endure) by their faith – in the God who saves and will judge justly.
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
Habakkuk Resources:
From Fear to Faith: Rejoicing in the Lord in Turbulent Times by Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones
When Pain is Real and God Seems Silent: Finding Hope in the Psalms – book by Ligon Duncan
Life at High Pointe
Young Adult Lunch | Sunday, January 25
The Young Adults will be meeting for lunch at Halal Bros (1910 W Braker Ln, Unit 800, Austin, TX 78758) after the morning service on January 25th at 12:15PM.
Senior Adult Lunch | Sunday, January 25
The Young Adults will be meeting for lunch at the Luby’s on East Anderson Ln. after the morning service on January 25th.
High Pointe Institute | Semester 2 Begins Wednesday, January 28
The High Pointe Institute (HPI) is a one-year (two semester) discipleship program meant to offer a pathway for growing disciples to be equipped for ministry both in the church and the world.This program will instill a commitment to Scripture and a better grasp of the biblical storyline, a solid foundation in Christian doctrine, and an increasing ability to connect theology to one’s life, worship, and mission. Those who took part in the first semester do not need to register again. If you would like to begin the HPI this semester, click here to register.
Women’s Bible Studies | Begin Wednesday, January 28
Mark your calendars as both the morning and evening Women’s Bible Studies begin on January 28.
Morning Bible Study Registration (Deadline to register is January 14)
Children and Student Ministry Volunteer Luncheon | Sunday, February 1
We'd like to show our appreciation to those who volunteer in children's and youth ministry by providing lunch and a time of fellowship for you and your family on Sunday, February 1, just after the morning worship service. We plan to begin serving lunch in the fellowship hall at noon. Register by January 26. Click here to register.
Spring Life Classes | Resume January 25
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. Spring Life Classes will resume January 25. Click here to see which Life Classes will be offered!
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:
January 25 | Habakkuk 3:1-19 | Trusting God with Confident Joy | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 1 | Luke 13:1-9 | Unless You Repent, You Too Will Perish | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 8 | Isaiah 44:9-20 | Idolatry is Futile | Pastor Robert Cline
February 15 | Isaiah 49:1-13| Mission Extended | Pastor Robert Cline
February 22 | Luke 13:10-17 | What is the Point of the Sabbath? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Gospel Partner of the Month: The P Family (High Pointe Members)
J.P. and E.P. recently relocated to begin language and cultural immersion as they pursue long-term work in their new city. They are navigating the challenges of joining a new team while adjusting to a small fellowship. Please pray for their consistency and perseverance in language acquisition, for deep and authentic friendships to develop, and for their children to thrive and find joy during this significant transition.
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 to Trust God in Turbulent Times: A Study of Habakkuk
When you look around you and see all the evil and violence, how do you respond? Do you long for justice, hoping someone, anyone will make things right? Do you live in fear, wondering how long we can keep living this way? Or, do you cry out to God, asking, “How Long, O Lord before you return to judge and make all things right?”
It’s right to be weary of all the violence and wickedness in the world. But, I wonder, are we equally weary of the evil, violence, and sin in the church? The Bible reminds us that judgment begins with God’s house (1 Peter 4:17). And this is Habakkuk’s concern. This is what he longs for – judgment to begin in God’s house. You see, under king Jehoiakim, sin, wickedness, and violence had dominated the life of Judah. The people sacrificed their own children to idols. And rebellion to God’s word was normal. In this context, Habakkuk cries out, “How long, O Lord?”
Beginning this past Sunday, we will be studying the Old Testament book of Habakkuk in three sermons because, like Habakkuk, we too must learn to trust God in turbulent times. Join us as we see the prophet grow from despondent hopelessness to confident faith.
Sunday, January 11
Trusting God when He Seems Silent
Habakkuk 1:1-11
Sunday, January 18
Trusting God when He Doesn’t Make Sense
Habakkuk 1:12-2:5
Sunday, January 25
Trusting God with Confident Joy
Habakkuk 3:1-19
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
Habakkuk Resources:
Waiting When God Seems Silent – Randy Alcorn
When Pain is Real and God Seems Silent: Finding Hope in the Psalms – book by Ligon Duncan
Life at High Pointe
DiscipleNow Youth Conference | January 16-18
DNOW Youth Conference is happening at High Pointe from January 16 to January 18. The theme this year is Christian Identity, and it will be a fun time of teaching, games, and fellowship. Please be praying for our youth students as they study God’s Word together. For more information and to register click here.
Young Adult Lunch | Sunday, January 25
The Young Adults will be meeting for lunch at Halal Bros (1910 W Braker Ln, Unit 800, Austin, TX 78758) after the morning service on January 25th 12:15PM.
Senior Adult Lunch | Sunday, January 25
The Young Adults will be meeting for lunch at the Luby’s on East Anderson Ln. after the morning service on January 25th.
High Pointe Institute | Semester 2 Begins Wednesday, January 28
The High Pointe Institute (HPI) is a one-year (two semester) discipleship program meant to offer a pathway for growing disciples to be equipped for ministry both in the church and the world.This program will instill a commitment to Scripture and a better grasp of the biblical storyline, a solid foundation in Christian doctrine, and an increasing ability to connect theology to one’s life, worship, and mission. Those who took part in the first semester do not need to register again. If you would like to begin the HPI this semester, click here to register.
Women’s Bible Studies | Begin Wednesday, January 28
Mark your calendars as both the morning and evening Women’s Bible Studies begin on January 28.
Morning Bible Study Registration (Deadline to register is January 14)
Children and Student Ministry Volunteer Luncheon | Sunday, February 1
We'd like to show our appreciation to those who volunteer in children's and youth ministry by providing lunch and a time of fellowship for you and your family on Sunday, February 1, just after the morning worship service. We plan to begin serving lunch in the fellowship hall at noon. Register by January 26. Click here to register.
Spring Life Classes | Resume January 25
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. Spring Life Classes will resume January 25. Click here to see which Life Classes will be offered!
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:
January 18 | Habakkuk 1:12-2:5 | Trusting God when He Doesn’t Make Sense | Pastor Juan Sanchez
January 25 | Habakkuk 3:1-19 | Trusting God with Confident Joy | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 1 | Luke 13:1-9 | Unless You Repent, You Too Will Perish | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 8 | Isaiah 44:9-20 | Idolatry is Futile | Pastor Robert Cline
February 15 | Isaiah 49:1-13| Mission Extended | Pastor Robert Cline
February 22 | Luke 13:10-17 | What is the Point of the Sabbath? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Gospel Partner of the Month: The P Family (High Pointe Members)
J.P. and E.P. recently relocated to begin language and cultural immersion as they pursue long-term work in their new city. They are navigating the challenges of joining a new team while adjusting to a small fellowship. Please pray for their consistency and perseverance in language acquisition, for deep and authentic friendships to develop, and for their children to thrive and find joy during this significant transition.
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.
Ordinary Christians and the High Pointe Mission Acts 11:19-26
We exist to glorify God by making wholehearted followers of Jesus Christ among all peoples!
Luke shows us something remarkable in Acts 8 and 11: ordinary disciples scattered and made disciples, helping start the church in Antioch, which became the first sending church. It’s the same today. If 100 church members made 100 disciples each year that made 100 disciples, the chart above shows how that works when the hand of the LORD works. 100 groups of 4 members could each work to make disciples of 100 people with a similar result.
Your life, your home, your schedule in 2026 are not accidents. You scatter to the places God intends for you to be and make wholehearted followers. And you don't have to do this alone. Most importantly, the hand of the Lord is with you as you scatter.
God's Pattern: Gather and Scatter
God gathers ordinary believers so he can scatter them on mission. The local church today participates in that same story when every member sees Sunday gathering as preparation for weekday scattering.
Every week, we gather to worship, listen to God's Word, and be equipped. Then we scatter—into workplaces, schools, sports teams, coffee shops, and living rooms—carrying the gospel where pastors may never go. In Acts, unnamed, ordinary believers scattered and "went about preaching the word," multiplying new disciples and new churches.
Making disciples is a team effort. No single person possesses all necessary gifts for making mature disciples. When gifts operate harmoniously under Christ's headship, the church becomes a self-replicating organism where disciples naturally make disciples.
Practical Steps
Ask yourself: "Where has God 'scattered' me—neighborhood, workplace, school, networks—and how might that be my assigned context for making disciples?"
Pray regularly: "Who around me needs encouragement, prayer, or an invitation to take one small step toward Jesus?" "Who else might I include or need as I seek to be and make disciples?"
Then take simple steps of faithfulness
Show and tell the gospel. Love people and talk about Jesus the King. Ask someone to help you learn and practice.
Start a gospel conversation, invite someone to help host neighbors or coworkers, or invite a younger believer to read Scripture together and pray.
Prayerfully invite others to join you in a team effort. Open your home. Connect others to your friends and acquaintances.
When someone turns to Christ, bring them into the life of the church so others can help establish and equip them.
Let's live as gathering and scattering sent ones, being wholehearted followers and multiplying wholehearted followers as we stay connected to Christ and led by his Spirit.
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
Being and Making Disciples
Helps for Putting Together a Bible Reading Plan for 2026
Helps for Establishing a Prayer Life in 2026
A Praying Life: Connecting with God in a Distracting World - book by Paul Miller
Praying the Bible – book by Donald Whitney
Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God – book by Tim Keller
Praying with Paul: A Call to Spiritual Reformation – book by D. A. Carson
Life at High Pointe
High Pointe Christmas Missions Offering
Thank you to all those who gave towards the Christmas Missions Offering! Our goal was to raise $27,000 in support of IMB Middle East Partners, Ekklesia Afrika, and N. Africa Partners. Praise God that we were able to raise a total of $34,830.10!
Meaningful Membership Class | THIS Sunday, January 11
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. The class covers the following three areas: (1) What is the Church & Why Should I Join? (2) What does High Pointe Believe? (3) What You Need To Know About High Pointe? Register here.
DiscipleNow Youth Conference | January 16-18
DNOW Youth Conference is happening at High Pointe from January 16 to January 18. The theme this year is Christian Identity, and it will be a fun time of teaching, games, and fellowship. For more information and to register click here.
Young Adult Lunch | Sunday, January 25
The Young Adults will be meeting for lunch at Halal Bros (1910 W Braker Ln, Unit 800, Austin, TX 78758) after the morning service on January 25th 12:15PM.
High Pointe Institute | Semester 2 Begins Wednesday, January 28
The High Pointe Institute (HPI) is a one-year (two semester) discipleship program meant to offer a pathway for growing disciples to be equipped for ministry both in the church and the world.This program will instill a commitment to Scripture and a better grasp of the biblical storyline, a solid foundation in Christian doctrine, and an increasing ability to connect theology to one’s life, worship, and mission. Those who took part in the first semester do not need to register again. If you would like to begin the HPI this semester, click here to register.
Women’s Bible Studies | Begin Wednesday, January 28
Mark your calendars as both the morning and evening Women’s Bible Studies begin on January 28.
Morning Bible Study Registration (Deadline to register is January 14)
Children and Student Ministry Volunteer Luncheon | Sunday, February 1
We'd like to show our appreciation to those who volunteer in children's and youth ministry by providing lunch and a time of fellowship for you and your family on Sunday, February 1, just after the morning worship service. We plan to begin serving lunch in the fellowship hall at noon. Register by January 26. Click here to register.
Spring Life Classes | Resume January 25
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. Spring Life Classes will resume January 25. Click here to see which Life Classes will be offered!
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:
January 11 | Habakkuk 1:1-11 | Trusting God when He Seems Silent | Pastor Juan Sanchez
January 18 | Habakkuk 1:12-2:5 | Trusting God when He Doesn’t Make Sense | Pastor Juan Sanchez
January 25 | Habakkuk 3:1-19 | Trusting God with Confident Joy | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 1 | Luke 13:1-9 | Unless You Repent, You Too Will Perish | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 8 | Isaiah 44:9-20 | Idolatry is Futile | Pastor Robert Cline
February 15 | Isaiah 49:1-13| Mission Extended | Pastor Robert Cline
February 22 | Luke 13:10-17 | What is the Point of the Sabbath? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Gospel Partner of the Month: The P Family (High Pointe Members)
J.P. and E.P. recently relocated to begin language and cultural immersion as they pursue long-term work in their new city. They are navigating the challenges of joining a new team while adjusting to a small fellowship. Please pray for their consistency and perseverance in language acquisition, for deep and authentic friendships to develop, and for their children to thrive and find joy during this significant transition.
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 Hero We All Need! Isaiah 42:1-9
What if the hero we need doesn't shout, doesn't swagger, and doesn't break what's already broken?
As we begin another year, we can feel overwhelmed. Kind of like a Superhero movie: the world is broken and our efforts seem tiny and maybe even useless. We may quietly wonder if anything will really change. Isaiah 42:1-9 speaks directly into that ache by introducing not a flashy conqueror, but God's Servant Savior Jesus—powerful but gentle, Spirit-filled, and absolutely certain to finish His mission.
God says, "Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen one in whom I delight…He will bring justice to the nations." This justice is more than right court decisions; it is God setting all relationships right—with Himself, with others, and even with creation. And He does it in a surprising way: not shouting in the streets, not crushing bruised reeds or snuffing out smoldering wicks, but patiently restoring the weak and worn out. Father, Son and Holy Spirit working together to bring glory to God.
That is very good news for a weary January soul. It means that when your faith feels fragile or your obedience inconsistent, Jesus doesn’t discard us. He forgives us, tends us, and restores us like a flickering candle wick, back into a bright flame that shines in a dark world.
But Isaiah 42 is not only comfort; it is a calling. If this is how our Servant-Savior lives and works, then this is the pattern for living like Jesus in the new year:
Treat the "bruised reeds" around you with His gentleness, not harshness. Trust in and rest in Christ.
Pursue biblical justice as right relationships—starting with repentance and reconciliation at home, work, and church.
Refuse the role of hero; Walk by the Spirit and point all glory to God while quietly, faithfully doing the good before you, pointing others to your great Servant Savior.
We can’t bring the kingdom in, but we do walk with the One who will. And when discouragement whispers that nothing is changing, return to this Servant Song and hear God's voice: "I will take hold of your hand; I will keep you; I've told you in advance the mission will succeed." Not "you've got this," but "We've got this"—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This year, walk in the confidence that God is at work, Christ is coming again, and your small acts of faithfulness matter in His unstoppable Kingdom plan.
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.
Year-End Giving
Important Tax Information Regarding Your 2025 Contributions
Contribution statements will be emailed on or before Tuesday, January 20th. Please make sure your email address is current.
Anyone who does not have an email address on file with the church may request their statement by emailing finance@highpointeaustin.org or by calling the church office at 512-837-7725.
If you file your federal income tax return before receiving a qualified contribution statement from the church, you may not be able to deduct individual contributions of $250 or more.
Year-end contributions must be submitted or mailed by 31 December. The general rule is that a contribution is considered received or effective when delivered. A check dropped in a church offering box in January of 2026 cannot be deducted in 2025, even if it is backdated to 2025. One exception – checks mailed and postmarked in 2025 are deductible in 2025, even if they are not received until 2026.
Resources of the Week
Helps for Putting Together a Bible Reading Plan for 2026
Helps for Putting Together a Christian Reading List for 2026
25 Christian Books I Love to Recommend – John Piper
The Ultimate Puritan Reading List – Joel Beeke
A Year with the Church Fathers: Reading List – Jonathan Arnold
Helps for Establishing a Prayer Life in 2026
A Praying Life: Connecting with God in a Distracting World - book by Paul Miller
Praying the Bible – book by Donald Whitney
Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God – book by Tim Keller
Praying with Paul: A Call to Spiritual Reformation – book by D. A. Carson
Life at High Pointe
High Pointe Christmas Missions Offering; $31,434.75 received so far!
During this Christmas season, High Pointe will be collecting a special Christmas Missions Offering. The goal is to raise $27,000 in support of IMB Middle East Partners, Ekklesia Afrika, and N. Africa Partners. For ways to give, please click here.
Meaningful Membership Class | January 11
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. The class covers the following three areas: (1) What is the Church & Why Should I Join? (2) What does High Pointe Believe? (3) What You Need To Know About High Pointe? Register here.
Women’s Bible Studies and High Pointe Institute Begin January 28
Mark your calendars as both the morning and evening Women’s Bible Studies and High Pointe Institute begin on January 28.
Morning Bible Study Registration (Deadline to register is January 14)
Spring Life Classes | Resume January 25
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. Spring Life Classes will resume January 25. Click here to see which Life Classes will be offered!
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:
January 4 | New Year’s Sermon | Being and Making Whole-hearted Followers of Christ | Pastor Robert Cline
January 11 | Habakkuk 1:1-11 | Pastor Juan Sanchez
January 18 | Habakkuk 1:12-2:5 | Pastor Juan Sanchez
January 25 | Habakkuk 3:1-19 | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 1 | Luke 13:1-9 | Unless You Repent, You Too Will Perish | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 8 | Isaiah 44:9-20 | Idolatry is Futile | Pastor Robert Cline
February 15 | Isaiah 49:1-13| Mission Extended | Pastor Robert Cline
February 22 | Luke 13:10-17 | What is the Point of the Sabbath? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Gospel Partner of the Month: The P Family (High Pointe Members)
J.P. and E.P. recently relocated to begin language and cultural immersion as they pursue long-term work in their new city. They are navigating the challenges of joining a new team while adjusting to a small fellowship. Please pray for their consistency and perseverance in language acquisition, for deep and authentic friendships to develop, and for their children to thrive and find joy during this significant transition.
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.
Building a Financial Foundation for Fruitful Ministry
“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”
Matthew 6:19–21
Dear High Pointe Family,
Thank you for your generosity! You are gracious and generous in many ways. As we end 2025 and look forward to the new year, allow me to remind us of our new October 2025-September 2026 budget theme and goal.
Jesus reminds us that how we handle our resources reflects where our hearts truly rest. As a church, our treasure is not in programs, though they help us organize how we disciple one another. It’s not in buildings, though our building provides a place for us to gather. And it is not in budgets for their own sake, though budgets reflect our agreed-upon priorities for gospel ministry. Every resource entrusted to us is an opportunity to invest in what will last forever. By investing in gospel ministry, we invest in what is eternal.
This year’s budget theme, “Building a Financial Foundation for Fruitful Ministry,” captures our commitment to establish a strong and wise stewardship base for long-term gospel impact. A solid financial foundation allows us to support faithful preaching, disciple-making, missions, and mercy ministries. Like a house built on the rock, our ministry rests securely when it is grounded both in Christ and in the careful stewardship of God’s people.
When we give generously and wisely, we are laying up treasure in heaven. The fruit of our financial faithfulness is seen in transformed lives: men and women coming to Christ, children and students being discipled, marriages strengthened, and the gospel spreading to the nations. Every gift, no matter the size, is an eternal investment.
Thank you for joining us in this vision. Now, join us in praying that the Lord would allow us to give joyfully, sacrificially, and generously to the work of the gospel for his glory, our good, and the joy of all peoples.
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.
Year-End Giving
Important Tax Information Regarding Your 2025 Contributions
Contribution statements will be emailed on or before Tuesday, January 20th. Please make sure your email address is current.
Anyone who does not have an email address on file with the church may request their statement by emailing finance@highpointeaustin.org or by calling the church office at 512-837-7725.
If you file your federal income tax return before receiving a qualified contribution statement from the church, you may not be able to deduct individual contributions of $250 or more.
Year-end contributions must be submitted or mailed by 31 December. The general rule is that a contribution is considered received or effective when delivered. A check dropped in a church offering box in January of 2026 cannot be deducted in 2025, even if it is backdated to 2025. One exception – checks mailed and postmarked in 2025 are deductible in 2025, even if they are not received until 2026.
Resources of the Week
Helps for Putting Together a Bible Reading Plan for 2026
Helps for Putting Together a Christian Reading List for 2026
25 Christian Books I Love to Recommend – John Piper
The Ultimate Puritan Reading List – Joel Beeke
A Year with the Church Fathers: Reading List – Jonathan Arnold
Helps for Establishing a Prayer Life in 2026
A Praying Life: Connecting with God in a Distracting World - book by Paul Miller
Praying the Bible – book by Donald Whitney
Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God – book by Tim Keller
Praying with Paul: A Call to Spiritual Reformation – book by D. A. Carson
Life at High Pointe
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service | TONIGHT, December 24
Please join us at 6pm on December 24 for our Christmas Eve Service. Come celebrate and reflect on the birth of our Savior.
High Pointe Christmas Missions Offering
During this Christmas season, High Pointe will be collecting a special Christmas Missions Offering. The goal is to raise $27,000 in support of IMB Middle East Partners, Ekklesia Afrika, and N. Africa Partners. For ways to give, please click here.
Meaningful Membership Class | January 11
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. The class covers the following three areas: (1) What is the Church & Why Should I Join? (2) What does High Pointe Believe? (3) What You Need To Know About High Pointe? Register here.
Women’s Bible Studies Begin January 28
Mark your calendars as both the morning and evening Women’s Bible Studies begin on January 28.
Morning Bible Study Registration (Deadline to register is January 14)
Spring Life Classes | Resume January 25
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. Spring Life Classes will resume January 25. Click here to see which Life Classes will be offered!
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:
December 28 | Isaiah 42:1-9 | Mission Guaranteed | Pastor Robert Cline
January 4 | New Year’s Sermon | Being and Making Whole-hearted Followers of Christ | Pastor Robert Cline
January 11 | Habakkuk 1:1-11 | Pastor Juan Sanchez
January 18 | Habakkuk 1:12-2:5 | Pastor Juan Sanchez
January 25 | Habakkuk 3:1-19 | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 1 | Luke 13:1-9 | Unless You Repent, You Too Will Perish | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 8 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
February 15 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
February 22 | Luke 13:10-17 | What is the Point of the Sabbath? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Gospel Partner of the Month: The P Family (High Pointe Members)
J.P. and E.P. recently relocated to begin language and cultural immersion as they pursue long-term work in their new city. They are navigating the challenges of joining a new team while adjusting to a small fellowship. Please pray for their consistency and perseverance in language acquisition, for deep and authentic friendships to develop, and for their children to thrive and find joy during this significant transition.
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.
2025: A Year In Review
This Sunday night, December 14, we gathered for our last members’ meeting of 2025. As we look back on the year, we thank the Lord for all his kindnesses toward us in Christ. Our gracious God and Father, lavished us with grace upon grace, and we are humbled and grateful. Join us in praising God for his goodness and thanking him for his generosity to us. Here are some highlights…
New Elder(s)
We regularly ask the Lord to raise up faithful men who will be able to teach others. That’s what elders do, and faithful churches are led by faithful pastors. On Sunday night, we affirmed Daniel Walker as our newest elder and nominated Mark Cambranis to serve as an elder. Daniel will be installed this Sunday during our morning gathering. Mark will be presented to the congregation for affirmation at our February 22, 2026 members’ meeting.
Join us in asking the Lord to continue to raise up godly elders to serve High Pointe.
New Members
In his kindness, the Lord continues to bring new members to High Pointe who are growing in Christ and ready to serve. In 2025, the Lord added 53 new members. Additionally, we have another 7 who are pending baptism. We rejoice in the Lord’s blessings of new members.
Join us in asking the Lord to continue to bring new members to High Pointe who are godly, mature, and ready to serve. Also, ask the Lord to allow us to see the fruit of conversion from our evangelistic conversations and invitations to come to church.
New Constitution
We also adopted a newly revised constitution. There were no major changes. You may look at our new constitution HERE.
Growing Budget Income
For our 2025-2026 budget, we adopted the theme, Building a Financial Foundation for a Fruitful Ministry. In 2022, we sent off 47 members, along with about $140,000 in budget giving. Consequently, our income in 2023 was only $1,266,575.35 (about $200,000 less than 2022). And yet, in 2024, we saw our budget giving increase by about $100,000 to $1,365,211.84. And already our budget income for the new budget year is ahead of last year.
Join us in thanking God for his generosity toward us and his continued financial blessings. Ask God to continue to grow our giving, as we are behind in a lot of deferred maintenance around our building.
The Lord has been truly kind to us in 2025, and we acknowledge that every good and perfect gift is from him. His past faithfulness encourages us to trust him for future grace in 2026.
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
Helps for Putting Together a Bible Reading Plan for 2026
Helps for Putting Together a Christian Reading List for 2026
25 Christian Books I Love to Recommend – John Piper
The Ultimate Puritan Reading List – Joel Beeke
A Year with the Church Fathers: Reading List – Jonathan Arnold
Helps for Establishing a Prayer Life in 2026
A Praying Life: Connecting with God in a Distracting World - book by Paul Miller
Praying the Bible – book by Donald Whitney
Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God – book by Tim Keller
Praying with Paul: A Call to Spiritual Reformation – book by D. A. Carson
Life at High Pointe
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service | December 24
Please join us at 5pm on December 24 for our Christmas Eve Service. There will be invitations available this Sunday to hand out to your neighbors, family, and friends. Come celebrate and reflect on the birth of our Savior.
High Pointe Christmas Missions Offering | Reaching the Least Reached
Our church is joyfully participating in a Christmas Missions Offering that includes but is not limited to the Lottie Moon IMB Christmas Offering. Your gifts will support a specific Lottie Moon IMB strategic project among some of the least reached peoples in the world. Rather than giving only to the general fund, we are directing a portion of our gifts to those working among people in hard to reach places with little or no access to the gospel. Our goal is $27,000.
Your gifts will also support training for local pastors in Africa and assist two strategic efforts among Muslim peoples in North Africa—one involving a veteran worker planting churches and training leaders, the other supporting a newly arrived worker learning language and culture. By directing our gifts more specifically, we strengthen our partnership with supported workers we know well, some of whom we've sent out from High Pointe.
Praise God, we have already raised $11, 358.41 of this goal! For ways to give, please click here.
HPBC Christmas Card Exchange
To help our members exchange Christmas cards and save on postage, there is a box in the foyer where you may place your Christmas cards according to alphabetical order. Please check this box throughout the month.
Meaningful Membership Class | January 11
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. The class covers the following three areas: (1) What is the Church & Why Should I Join? (2) What does High Pointe Believe? (3) What You Need To Know About High Pointe? Register here.
NO Life Classes
Life Classes are taking a break and will resume on Sunday, January 25.
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:
December 21 | Luke 12:54-59 | Luke 12:54-13:9 | Why Did Jesus Come in the Flesh? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
January 4 | New Year’s Sermon | Pastor Robert Cline
January 11 | Habakkuk 1:1-11 | Pastor Juan Sanchez
January 18 | Habakkuk 1:12-2:5 | Pastor Juan Sanchez
January 25 | Habakkuk 3:1-19 | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 1 | Luke 13:1-9 | Unless You Repent, You Too Will Perish | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 8 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
February 15 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
February 22 | Luke 13:10-17 | What is the Point of the Sabbath? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Gospel Partner of the Month: The P Family (High Pointe Members)
J.P. and E.P. recently relocated to begin language and cultural immersion as they pursue long-term work in their new city. They are navigating the challenges of joining a new team while adjusting to a small fellowship. Please pray for their consistency and perseverance in language acquisition, for deep and authentic friendships to develop, and for their children to thrive and find joy during this significant transition.
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.
Don’t Worry. Trust God!
Christmas is a most wonderful time of the year. And yet, Christmas is also a distracting time of the year. If we’re not careful, it can distract us from ultimate, eternal things. We might get so caught up in the consumeristic materialism of this world, that we become filled with anxiety over the shopping, the cooking, the family gatherings. So, Christmas is also a revealing time of the year. It tends to reveal our hearts. And Jesus is very interested in what’s going on with our hearts because our hearts follow our treasure.
This is what Jesus is doing in Luke 12:13-34. He exposes our hearts in relation to money and possessions, and then equips us to battle against the sins of covetousness and sinful anxiety. First, Jesus reminds us that we all covet. That is, we sinfully desire what we don’t have. Covetousness comes in many forms and it wears many masks. For the rich fool in vv.13-21, it wears the mask of fairness or justice. He is being cheated out of his inheritance, but Jesus shows him he has a greater problem – his heart. For the poor disciples in vv.22-31, it wears the mask of sinful anxiety.
Second, Jesus warns us of the dangers of covetousness. Our life is not measured in what we own (vv.15, 22). Yet, this is exactly what we do, isn’t it? We measure people’s worth by how much they have. Jesus reminds us the pursuit of money and possessions is a worthless pursuit. When we die, we can’t take it with us. So, how do we overcome covetousness and sinful anxiety?
Finally, Jesus equips us to overcome covetousness and sinful anxiety by seeking the kingdom. In other words, rather than pursuing money and possessions in this life, Jesus reorients our focus to seek the kingdom and treasure in heaven where thieves cannot come nor moths destroy (v.33). And how do we seek the kingdom? By being generous to God and others. This is the key to battling covetousness and materialism – generosity.
Seeking the kingdom reorients our perspective – from earthly to heavenly. It renews our thinking – from what we have is ours to what we have is God’s. And it reminds us that God is a gracious Father who seeks to give us something greater than we could obtain or keep for ourselves. So, be on your guard against covetousness. Don’t worry about what you need. Ask God. And be generous. That is how we seek the kingdom.
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
Eternal Perspective Ministries: A Helpful Website about Generosity
How to Give without Worrying by Randy Alcorn
Battling the Unbelief of Covetousness | A Sermon by John Piper
Life at High Pointe
Members’ Meeting | December 14
Members please plan to attend our December Member’s Meeting where we will be voting on the proposed constitution.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service | December 24
Please join us at 5pm on December 24 for our Christmas Eve Service. There will be invitations available this Sunday to hand out to your neighbors, family, and friends. Come celebrate and reflect on the birth of our Savior. Please note that nursery will not be provided during the service.
High Pointe Christmas Missions Offering
During this Christmas season, High Pointe will be collecting a special Christmas Missions Offering. The goal is to raise $27,000 in support of IMB Middle East Partners, Ekklesia Afrika, and N. Africa Partners. For ways to give, please click here.
HPBC Christmas Card Exchange
To help our members exchange Christmas cards and save on postage, there is a box in the foyer where you may place your Christmas cards according to alphabetical order. Please check this box throughout the month.
Meaningful Membership Class | January 11
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. The class covers the following three areas: (1) What is the Church & Why Should I Join? (2) What does High Pointe Believe? (3) What You Need To Know About High Pointe? Register 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. Please note that we will be combining Life Classes for 3 weeks (11/30, 12/7, 12/14). This will be in the Livingston Room. No Youth or Children’s life classes. Childcare will still be available (8mo-PreK).
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:
December 14 | Luke 12:35-48 | Will You Be Ready? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
December 21 | Luke 12:54-59 | Do You Know What Time It Is? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
January 4 | New Year’s Sermon | Pastor Robert Cline
January 11 | Habakkuk | Pastor Juan Sanchez
January 18 | Habakkuk | Pastor Juan Sanchez
January 25 | Habakkuk | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 1 | Luke 13:1-9 | Unless You Repent, You Too Will Perish | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 8 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
February 15 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
February 22 | Luke 13:10-17 | What is the Point of the Sabbath? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Gospel Partner of the Month: The P Family (High Pointe Members)
J.P. and E.P. recently relocated to begin language and cultural immersion as they pursue long-term work in their new city. They are navigating the challenges of joining a new team while adjusting to a small fellowship. Please pray for their consistency and perseverance in language acquisition, for deep and authentic friendships to develop, and for their children to thrive and find joy during this significant transition.
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.
Don’t Fear Man. Fear God!
When writing to Timothy, who was pastoring the church in Ephesus when false teachers opposed him and the gospel, he reminded him, “...all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted” (2 Timothy 3:12). This is the NORMAL Christian life.
We may not presently experience the extreme or high persecution the church has endured over the last 2,000 years, but we should and must prepare for it. This is what Jesus is doing for his disciples in Luke 12:1-12. He exhorts them to (1) pursue integrity, not hypocrisy (vv.1-3); (2) fear God, not man (vv.4-7); and (3) rely on the Spirit, not self (vv.8-12). Times of difficulty will come. Persecution will arrive. We must prepare now. How?
Believe the truth of God (Big God theology) and the gospel (Christ had died for us).
Pursue integrity (let your life match what your lips speak).
Fear God, not man (the worst they can do is kill you. God is the final judge).
Trust God (he cares for you, for you are more important than birds).
Rely on the Holy Spirit (he has saved us, given us Scripture, and will teach us what to say when we need to say something).
When opposition rises because we are followers of Jesus, you don’t have to be anxious. That doesn’t mean we won’t be rejected, mocked, publicly shamed, harmed, or even killed. But because we are God’s children and Jesus’s friends, the worst they can do is kill us. To be absent from the body is to be present with Christ.
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
Ministries Focused on the Persecuted Church:
How to Pray for Persecuted Christians
Blessed are the Persecuted – a sermon by John Piper
Your Suffering is Not Meaningless – Ask Pastor John (Piper)
Life at High Pointe
Women’s Christmas Brunch | December 6
Save the date for the annual Women’s Christmas Brunch! This is a sweet time for fellowship and food. Register here by December 4.
High Pointe Christmas Missions Offering
During this Christmas season, High Pointe will be collecting a special Christmas Missions Offering. The goal is to raise $27,000 in support of IMB Middle East Partners, Ekklesia Afrika, and N. Africa Partners. For ways to give, please click here.
Members’ Meeting | December 14
Members please plan to attend our December Member’s Meeting where we will be voting on the proposed constitution.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service | December 24
Please join us at 6pm on December 24 for our Christmas Eve Service. There will be invitations available this Sunday to hand out to your neighbors, family, and friends. Come celebrate and reflect on the birth of our Savior.
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. Please note that we will be combining Life Classes for 3 weeks (11/30, 12/7, 12/14). This will be in the Livingston Room. No Youth or Children’s life classes. Childcare will still be available (8mo-PreK).
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:
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
January 4 | Pastor Robert Cline
January 11 | Habakkuk | Pastor Juan Sanchez
January 18 | Habakkuk | Pastor Juan Sanchez
January 25 | Habakkuk | Pastor Juan Sanchez
February 1 | Luke 13:10-17 | What is the Point of the Sabbath? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Gospel Partner of the Month: The P Family
J.P. and E.P. recently relocated to begin language and cultural immersion as they pursue long-term work in their new city. They are navigating the challenges of joining a new team while adjusting to a small fellowship. Please pray for their consistency and perseverance in language acquisition, for deep and authentic friendships to develop, and for their children to thrive and find joy during this significant transition.
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.
When Exhaustion Meets the Everlasting God
Isaiah 40:12-31 arrives as a breath of fresh air to people drowning in despair. Written in advance for Israelites in Babylonian exile, this passage speaks directly to anyone feeling forgotten by God, overwhelmed by circumstances, or simply worn out from waiting.
Isaiah begins with stunning questions: Who has measured the waters in the hollow of his hand? Who has weighed the mountains? These aren't questions seeking answers—they're rhetorical reminders of God's incomparable greatness. When our problems loom large, Isaiah forces us to recalibrate our perspective: Is God really too small to handle what we're facing?
Isaiah then confronts our functional idols—those things we turn to for security instead of God. Whether ancient carved images or modern substitutes like success, control, or comfort, the prophet declares them all foolish and futile. The nations themselves are like "a drop in a bucket" compared to God's power.
But the heart of this passage addresses our weariness. "Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall," Isaiah acknowledges. Physical, emotional, and spiritual exhaustion affect us all at times. Yet God "will not grow tired or weary"
The famous promise in verse 31 offers hope: those who wait upon the Lord will renew their strength. The Hebrew word translated "renew" means to exchange—like changing clothes, we trade our weakness for God's strength. We become like eagles, soaring above our circumstances not through our own power, but by remembering God's past faithfulness.
Waiting isn't passive resignation—it's active trust that remembers who God is. And we need each other to keep remembering when exhaustion clouds our vision.
When we wait expectantly, we:
Recall God’s character and His faithfulness to us and fix our eyes on Jesus
Exchange our exhaustion for His fresh strength
Trust that the everlasting God never tires of loving and redeeming us in Christ
You aren’t forgotten—your Big God is with you, right now.
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
Life at High Pointe
Family Christmas Singalong | This Sunday, November 30 at 5PM
Join us at High Pointe on November 30 at 5pm for an evening of carols, cocoa, and cookies! Bring your best voice and most festive treats! Register here.
Women’s Christmas Brunch | December 6 at 10AM
Save the date for the annual Women’s Christmas Brunch! This is a sweet time for fellowship and food. Register here by December 5.
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. Please note that we will be combining Life Classes for 3 weeks (11/30, 12/7, 12/14). This will be in the Livingston Room. No Youth or Children’s life classes. Childcare will still be available (8mo-PreK).
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 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.
Help Has Already Come: A Call to Trust the Good Shepherd
Have you ever heard "Help is on the way!" only to be disappointed that help never arrived? We've all felt the sting of broken promises—the friend who said they'd be there but wasn't, the solution that created new problems, the hope that eventually faded.
Isaiah 40:1-11 announces a different kind of help, a rescue that doesn't disappoint: "Comfort, comfort my people, says your God." God's help is real, active, and certain because he keeps his promises. His word endures forever.
He steps into our wilderness when all we see is desert and darkness. From ancient Jerusalem to Babylonian exile and in every generation since, God has proven faithful to His word. And in Jesus Christ, that promised help has arrived on the scene.
Isaiah reveals Jesus as both the Mighty King who conquers every enemy and the Gentle Shepherd who tenderly carries the weak close to His heart. This is our God whose help is always on the way. All his promises are “Yes” and “Amen” in Jesus Christ (2 Corinthians 1:20)
High Pointe, let’s encourage one another with these words of Isaiah! When life overwhelms and God seems far away, hold fast to this truth: "The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever." His promises never fail.
We can trust the Good Shepherd who laid down His life for his people? Rest in Christ’s gentle and strong arms. Follow where He leads.
Tell others about our Powerful and Gentle Savior Shepherd. This week, lift up your voice and boldly and lovingly announce the good news that comfort comes when our sins are forgiven 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
Life at High Pointe
Young Adults Friendsgiving | November 22
The Young Adults will be meeting at the Horton’s house for a Friendsgiving on Saturday, November 22 from 5pm-9pm. For the address, please reach out to Sam Horton (sam@ehortons.com). Please RSVP here and sign up for a dish to bring!
Senior Adult Lunch | This Sunday, November 23
There is a Senior Adult Lunch happening after the morning service this Sunday at Luby’s on East Anderson.
Family Christmas Singalong | November 30
Join us at High Pointe on November 30 at 5pm for an evening of carols, cocoa, and cookies! Bring your best voice and most festive treats! Register here.
Women’s Christmas Brunch | December 6 at 10AM
Save the date for the annual Women’s Christmas Brunch! This is a sweet time for fellowship and food. Register here by December 5.
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. Please note that we will be combining Life Classes for 3 weeks (11/30, 12/7, 12/14). This will be in the Livingston Room. No Youth or Children’s life classes. Childcare will still be available (8mo-PreK).
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 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.
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
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
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 …
always keeps His promises,
judges justly,
rescues the needy,
prepares a global feast for all
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
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
Articles
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.