Jesus Is Lord Over All | Luke 8:22-56
Each of the people in Luke 8 faced a storm they could not control. The disciples were powerless against the wind and waves (8:22-25). The demon-possessed man was overtaken by evil (8:26-39). The woman had spent years seeking healing without hope (8:43-47). And Jairus stood helpless before the death of his daughter (8:40-56). In each case, Jesus stepped in—not merely as a helper, but as Lord.
He spoke, and the storm was stilled.
He commanded, and the demons fled.
He touched, and the bleeding stopped.
He called, and the dead girl rose.
These stories are not just about what Jesus did. They’re about who Jesus is. He is Lord over creation, over demons, over disease, and over death itself. Because Jesus is Lord over all, faith, not fear, is the only appropriate response to him.
So, let me ask you: What storm are you facing? What are you tempted to fear? Are you anxious about circumstances beyond your control? Are you weighed down by evil, suffering, or grief?
The same Jesus who calmed the storm, cast out the demons, healed the afflicted, and raised the dead is alive today. And he calls to you the same way he called to Jairus: “Do not fear. Only believe.”
Faith does not mean pretending storms aren’t real. Faith means trusting that Jesus is Lord in the middle of them. And trusting that his word, his authority, and his power are greater than anything we fear. So come to him. Bring your fears. And believe.
Resources of the Week
Parenting in the Pew – Since KidsPointe is taking a break for the summer, parents, the church bookstall will have notebooks available for children ages 3-12 to help them engage with the sermon! Come to the Connection Desk, and one of our volunteers will be happy to help you.
My First Church Notebook (ages 3-7)
My Church Notebook Volume 1 (ages 6-12)
Summer Listening:
“No Chance of Survival: How a Deadly Plane Crash Yielded a Growing Spiritual Harvest” by Sarah Zylstra, TGC
This longform, narrative podcast tells the story of how pastor Kennon Vaughan survived a plane crash that killed his fellow pastors and friends. It’s a story of God’s providence, evangelism, and the power of discipleship in the local church.
“A Storm in the Desert,” by Alex Duke, 9Marks
In 1972, at the base of a Swiss mountain, God saved a man named Mack Stiles. Two decades later, John Folmar “accepted Jesus as his personal Savior”; he doesn’t know even where he first heard that phrase. What happens in the next quarter-century is a testament to God’s commitment to use faithful, ordinary ministry to effect fruitful, extraordinary change. A Storm in the Desert tells this story.
Text to Give Contribution Update
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Opportunities to Serve and Grow at High Pointe
(For Opportunities to Serve at High Pointe, click HERE)
Men’s Walking Together Group | Wednesday, June 18 at 6:30 PM (ongoing meetings until
August 13)
Men, please join us on Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM from June 11-August 13 as we meet to study God’s Word and read through “The Blessings of Humility” by Jerry Bridges. For more information and to register, click here.
Senior Adult Luncheon | Sunday, June 29
The Senior's 55+ are having a luncheon at Luby's on East Anderson Lane next Sunday, June 29th after the morning service.
Young Adult Luncheon | Sunday, June 29
The Young Adults are having a luncheon at Tumble22 on Burnet next Sunday, June 29th after the morning service.
Ice Cream Social and Painter Family Send-Off | Sunday, June 29 at 5:00 PM
Join us at High Pointe on Sunday, June 29 at 5:00 PM for an ice cream social. The church will provide ice cream. Please bring your favorite toppings! This will also be a send-off for the Painter Family as they prepare to leave.
Meaningful Membership Class | Sunday, July 13 | 1:15 PM to 4:30 PM
If you’re interested in learning more about High Pointe or pursuing membership with High Pointe, please mark your calendars for our July 13 membership class. This class will cover three main questions: What is the church and why should I join, what does High Pointe believe, and what do we expect of church members at High Pointe. Click here to register.
Summer Life Class | Sundays at 9AM
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us. This session, we are offering the following Summer Life Class:
What Does It Mean to Be a Christian Today?
The way Christians live out their faith has always been affected by the culture and context around them. That’s as true for us today as it was for believers centuries ago. So how have Christians remained faithful in the face of changing times, challenges, and cultures? This summer, join us as we explore the lives of key figures from Church History and discover how they sought to follow Christ in their own era. Each week we’ll zoom in on a different individual (or group), considering their faithfulness, flaws, and what we can take away from their example.
Please note: There is no children’s ministry or nursery provided during the summer months.
Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:
June 22 | Luke 9:7-27 | Who Do You Say Jesus Is? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
June 29 | Luke 9:28-50 | The Majesty of Christ | Pastor Juan Sanchez
July 6-27 | Summer Preaching Series
Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Gospel Partner of the Month: Cuba | Immanuel Church, Fujairah, UAE
We have the privilege of partnering with pastor Jesse Brannen and Immanuel Church of Fujairah. Jesse and his wife, Delaine, are from the United States and came to Immanuel Church in 2021 along with their four children. Prior to coming to Immanuel, Jesse served as an Assistant Pastor at Mount Vernon Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia, where he previously completed a pastoral internship. He holds an MA in Biblical & Theological Studies from Gulf Theological Seminary.
Immanuel Fujairah is A Church Proclaiming and Displaying the Gospel of the Glory of God in the Face of Jesus Christ - Immanuel - God with Us. To learn more, visit Immanuel Fujairah online.
On-Call Pastor
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours and on weekends. To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1.
