Adventures in Missing the Point | Luke 9:37-50
Luke warns us that when we miss the point of Jesus’s identity (who he is) and mission (what he came to do), we will fail to live out the gospel faithfully. So, let me encourage us in this way. It’s OK to ask questions.
There is much we don’t know about Jesus. That means there is much room for growth. So, let us be curious Christians, going to God’s word, to other believers, to our pastors to ask the questions we have about Jesus and his mission.
Parents, redeem the time at home with your children. Teach them it’s OK to ask questions about Jesus and the Bible. When they ask questions, take them to God’s word and teach them how to find the answers. Establish a regular time of Bible reading and prayer, giving time for questions. And regularly ask your children, “Is there anything you want to talk about?”
Satan seeks to blind us to who Jesus is and what he came to do. But Jesus has opened our eyes, removed the veil, and answers our questions by his word, his Spirit, and his church: one another.
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Opportunities to Serve
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Volunteering in nursery or children’s ministry is a great way to get to know others at High Pointe and to serve our parents on Sunday mornings and other church gatherings. Reach out to Erin at erin@highpointeaustin.org.
God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents, and at High Pointe, we believe serving is how we use those gifts to bless others and advance His kingdom.
Whether you have 30 minutes a week or several hours, there's a place for you to serve in our children's ministry, as greeters, with the hospitality team, media/tech support, building and grounds, safety, community outreach efforts, and through administrative support. Reach out to find out more today: info@highpointeaustin.org.
Resources of the Week
5 Questions to Ask the Text – H. B. Charles
Last week’s resources
Pastoral Longevity Through the Local Church – a word to Pastors
Song of the Month: Jesus Shall Reign
Life at High Pointe
High Pointe Institute | August 27 – May 13
The High Pointe Institute (HPI) is a one-year training program meant to offer a pathway for growing disciples to be equipped for ministry both in the church and the world. The goal is to form mature disciples who are growing in their knowledge and love for God, who are committed to the church’s mission, and who are devoted to helping others follow Christ. Click here to register.
Women’s Evening Bible Study
Time: Wednesdays 6:30pm - 8:00pm, August 27th - December 3rd. Ladies, you are invited to join us for an in-depth study of the Book of Hebrews. Each weekly lesson includes home study questions, interactive group discussion, and teaching by study leaders. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Susan Horton or Marilyn Waters for more information. Click here to register.
Women’s Morning Bible Study Begins September 10
Time: Wednesdays 10:00am – 11:30am, September 10 - November 19. Join us for an inductive study of the Gospel of John! We will cover chapters 1-9 this fall and chapters 10-21 in the spring. You do not need to be a member of High Pointe to attend. Contact Mary Delk or Jeanette Helfin to register. Contact Erin Wyman for childcare needs.
Meaningful Membership Class | September 14
Join us for our next Meaningful Membership class to learn more about becoming a member of High Pointe Baptist Church. For more information and to register, click here.
Women’s Fall Retreat | September 19-20
All women 16 years and up are invited to join us for a sweet time of fellowship and encouragement as we reflect on the God who meets us in every trial with His presence and His comfort. The theme this year is "Resting In the God of All Comfort" | 2 Corinthians 1:3-5. Register here.
Men’s Discipleship Groups
A discipleship group is simply a gathering of a few brothers who aim at doing one another spiritual good, helping one another grow in Christ and become more whole hearted followers of Jesus. To learn more, click here.
Fall Life Classes | Sunday at 9AM
Life Classes are meant to equip High Pointe for life as a Christian. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and join us! Click here to see our current Life Classes.
Sunday AM Preaching Schedule: Pray regularly for the ministry of the Word at High Pointe. Also, prepare for our gatherings by reading the sermon text, thinking it through, and asking questions about the text before Sunday. Here is our (tentative) preaching schedule designed to help you prepare for Sundays:
September 7 | Luke 9:51-62 | The Nature of Discipleship
September 14 | Luke 10:1-24 | The Nature of Mission
September 21 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
September 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
October 5 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
October 12 | Luke 10:25-37 | Love Your Neighbor | Pastor Juan Sanchez
October 19| Luke 10:38-42 | Learn from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez
October 26 | Luke 11:1-13 | Learn to Pray from Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez
November 2 | Luke 11:14-36 | Jewish Opposition to Jesus | Pastor Juan Sanchez
November 9 | Luke 11:37-54 | Six Woes to the Religious Leaders | Pastor Juan Sanchez
November 16 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
November 23 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
November 30 | Luke 12:1-12 | Don’t Fear Man. Fear God | Pastor Juan Sanchez
December 7 | Luke 12:13-34 | Don’t Worry. Trust God | Pastor Juan Sanchez
December 14 | Luke 12:35-59 | Don’t Waste Your Life. Be Ready | Pastor Juan Sanchez
December 21 | Luke 13:1-9 | Now is the Time to Repent | Pastor Juan Sanchez
December 28 | Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
Begin praying as you prepare to join us this Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Gospel Partner of the Month: Reaching and Teaching International Ministries – B.M.
Reaching & Teaching International Ministries (RTIM) seeks to advance the gospel by partnering with local churches as they send qualified missionaries to make mature disciples, establish healthy churches, and train local leaders around the world.
You may know of RTIM because we sent Davey and Callie Davis and the P family through this sending organization. This month, we want to highlight our support for B.M. B and his wife served for seven years as missionaries in Central Asia, working in evangelism, discipleship, and church planting. After returning to the US, B spent six years as a global trainer, traveling around the world to equip international church leaders for ministry. He desires to see the gospel spread and churches established among the nations of Central Asia. B is a graduate of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife have three children.
On-Call Pastor
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours.To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1.
