http://churchofthehighlands.com/media Information from Church of the Highlands in Birmingham, Alabama. Church of the Highlands Thu, 02 Feb 2012 01:00:32 +0000 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 01:00:32 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Most of us have a wrong view of our identities -- and it's no wonder, with all the self-esteem issues caused by the culture around us and even our own pasts. We need to get a God perspective on who we really are. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 01:00:23 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} James is clear that "Man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires." So what is the solution to anger? How can we discover the root cause of it? Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:30:54 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Depression can seize your life if you never change your thinking. The problem is we have the tendency to listen to the devil, the world or even our problems. Instead, renew your mind and read God's Word every day! Sun, 15 Jan 2012 17:30:44 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} What are the things in your life that have control of you? In the end, we are all addicts to something. We all have something we do that we don't want to do. So how does this cycle stop? How do we finally break the addiction? Sun, 08 Jan 2012 17:30:49 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 05 Jan 2012 01:00:47 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Sun, 01 Jan 2012 15:30:01 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Can we find peace no matter what? Yes! But what's important is not to just find the peace of God, but to also find the God of peace. Sun, 18 Dec 2011 17:30:44 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 15 Dec 2011 01:00:47 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} If we are honest, most of our stress comes from ignoring God's principles. Peace comes from the Lord to us through obedience, contentment, generosity, integrity and dependence. Sun, 11 Dec 2011 17:30:09 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} We have bought into the myth of more, that stuff will make us happy. But this is a condition of the heart that must be remedied. We should set our hearts on giving not getting, on true riches and on heaven. Sun, 04 Dec 2011 15:30:09 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 01 Dec 2011 01:00:18 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Sun, 27 Nov 2011 15:30:03 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 24 Nov 2011 01:00:22 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Each of us can make difference. In fact, God created us with a purpose to reach people. And we have a responsibility to reach them, especially those right around us. So, find a need and fill it. Find a hurt and heal it. Sun, 20 Nov 2011 15:30:18 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 17 Nov 2011 01:00:22 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} 4.9 billion people. It's a number that we can gloss over. But it should really mess with us. It certainly is meaningful to God. It's the number of people who have not heard the Gospel. Our Commission is Great. We must pray, go and give. Sun, 13 Nov 2011 14:00:38 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 10 Nov 2011 01:00:31 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} In the Old Covenant, blood was used literally to signify covenant. Now, under the New Covenant, God wants you to wear His name and to be a part of His family. There are several key differences in how the Old Covenant and New Covenant address covenant. Sun, 06 Nov 2011 17:30:21 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Those who are not married and seeking relationship with another through covenant marriage should clearly understand God's design by preparing for the covenant, remaining pure and pursuing holiness. Sun, 30 Oct 2011 17:30:29 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 27 Oct 2011 01:00:57 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Marriage is a covenant relationship. But all too often we protect our rights and limit our responsibilities because we view the relationship in the context of a contract. In covenant, we give up our rights and pick up our responsibilities. Sun, 23 Oct 2011 17:30:21 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 20 Oct 2011 01:00:35 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Families in the 21st century must build a culture in the home stronger than the culture in the world. These five questions will help you strengthen your family covenant. Sun, 16 Oct 2011 15:30:56 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 13 Oct 2011 01:00:55 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} There are three levels of friendship - surface, structured and secure. Covenant friends will speak truth, refresh and sharpen one another. God's desire is that you have friendships with others and, most importantly, a relationship with Him! Sun, 09 Oct 2011 15:30:50 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} To understand the depth of the covenant relationship, we must better understand the covenant nature of our relationship with God. It's not about what another can do for you, it's what you can do for another. We must love, because He first loved us. Sun, 02 Oct 2011 15:30:40 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 29 Sep 2011 01:00:06 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 22 Sep 2011 01:00:13 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 01 Sep 2011 01:00:12 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Walking alone through life never works. You might have some excuses that you believe are valid reasons for going it alone. But that's never God's intention. We desperately need genuine community. We need each other. Sun, 28 Aug 2011 17:30:39 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 25 Aug 2011 01:00:47 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} What is praise and worship? What "style" of worship does God call us to? Learning the love language of God is an important step in the life of every believer. Your focus is the reality of your worship. Sun, 21 Aug 2011 14:00:43 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 18 Aug 2011 01:00:12 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} The Bible is alive! But, how does it come alive? What makes the Word actually work? Through faith, meditation and revelation, we can learn to accept the authority of the Bible, make it part of our everyday life and put it into practice. Sun, 14 Aug 2011 15:30:29 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 11 Aug 2011 01:00:37 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} It's easy to let go of the basics, especially prayer, and find yourself in a slump. The disciples asked Jesus about prayer and he helped them understand prayer by the example of The Lord's Prayer. The seven aspects of this prayer will help you in your own prayer life as well. Sun, 07 Aug 2011 17:29:01 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:59:21 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Experiencing God is something all believers should strive for, but many are reluctant to pursue an encounter with Him. In order to experience God, we have to get over the obstacles. Sun, 31 Jul 2011 15:30:44 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 28 Jul 2011 01:00:12 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} God has a specific vision for you! But how can you know it? There are four stages that will help you walk through the right door in your life. Sun, 24 Jul 2011 17:30:01 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 21 Jul 2011 01:00:29 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Finding the will of God for our lives is vital in aligning with Him. So many things can distract us and pull us off course from seeing God's best in our lives. Is it time for a course correction in your life? Sun, 17 Jul 2011 15:30:48 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 14 Jul 2011 01:00:25 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} In this special message, Pastor Robert Morris shares his personal testimony. His life story is an important reminder of how strong God's grace is and how to mark our salvation in Christ! Sun, 10 Jul 2011 15:30:51 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} We live in a world where people fail. Though people are a part of the process of God's work, the power is not in the sower. It's in the seed. God is the power in the seed! Sun, 03 Jul 2011 15:30:14 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 30 Jun 2011 01:00:09 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} To truly discovery the extraordinary life, you must rely on God and not yourself. Too often, we fear failure or our past mistakes. Instead, we should release those fears to God. Sun, 26 Jun 2011 15:29:40 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 23 Jun 2011 01:00:02 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Knowing your Heavenly Father and realizing that you are a child of God can be difficult, especially when you have wounds from your earthly father. But you have to avoid that disconnect and trust in the Father's promises, submit to His authority and be His legacy. Sun, 19 Jun 2011 15:30:30 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 16 Jun 2011 01:00:47 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} In the face of pressure and uncertainty, you have a choice to make. You can let the fear overwhelm or you can fear not, stand still, hold peace and then go forward! Sun, 12 Jun 2011 15:30:05 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 09 Jun 2011 01:00:50 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Everyone fears, but when you do fear, what do you fear most? There is a battle in your mind that causes you to worry — it's the reaction to fear. But Jesus wants us to focus not on the things that worry us, but on the treasure in Heaven above. Sun, 05 Jun 2011 15:30:37 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Sometimes we expect that Christianity should be some neat and packaged thing, like a preserved toy. But the reality is far from that. We must realize that true Christianity isn't easy or perfect and not something to be put on display. Sun, 29 May 2011 15:30:11 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 26 May 2011 01:00:53 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Everyone needs rest. In fact, Christians are supposed to be people of "rest." The Sabbath is one example among many that God places before us a framework for rest. It takes a good understanding, even an attitude, to truly rest. Sun, 22 May 2011 15:30:31 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 19 May 2011 01:00:20 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Spiritual death looms around us and can seize us with temptation, tragedy, attacks, lack of rest and shame. But God offers us the opportunity to drink from living water, that we may know true life in Him. Sun, 15 May 2011 15:30:24 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 12 May 2011 01:00:21 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} The storms of life are going to come our way. We can't predict them, but we do know they won't stay forever. It's in our best interest to laugh again in the midst of the storm and learn to focus on what really matters. Sun, 08 May 2011 17:30:20 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} The enemy wants to crush our dreams. But God's dream for us is so much bigger than our own. He wants to breathe life into His dream for you. When we get past dream killers in our life, we can dream again! Sun, 01 May 2011 15:29:34 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Our view of "it's over" is not shared by God. In fact, many people are physically alive but spiritually dead. But that's not the end! God wants to restore you and let you know that it's not over! Sun, 24 Apr 2011 14:00:07 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 21 Apr 2011 01:00:51 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} John recognized Jesus as the Lamb of God. In fact, Christ was a perfect sacrifice for our sins, shared for the benefit of those who will accept Him as Savior. Sun, 17 Apr 2011 15:30:31 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 14 Apr 2011 01:00:58 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Jesus made some very radical claims. But we can verify these claims through our experience with His presence, power, peace and salvation! You can't argue with a changed life. Sun, 10 Apr 2011 15:30:01 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} The return of Christ is something that we should look forward to, rather than fear. It's going to be an amazing time when Christ reunites with His bride, the Church. Sun, 03 Apr 2011 17:30:12 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 31 Mar 2011 01:00:18 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Psalm 23 is a beautiful illustration of Jesus and it outlines several qualities about the Savior that are important to understand. The Shepherd provides, restores, leads, supports, defends and blesses. And because He knows His sheep, His sheep should respond by knowing Him. Sun, 27 Mar 2011 17:30:20 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Do miracles still happen today? When you move out of the way and do what Jesus says to do, when you focus on what God wants to do is you, when you believe the unbelievable and expect the best, your faith in Jesus will rise and you will see His power in your life. Sun, 20 Mar 2011 17:30:32 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 17 Mar 2011 01:00:49 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Jesus is the greatest teacher who ever lived. But what distinguished Him as a teacher? He spoke Truth and everything he taught was by example. Jesus helps us when we don't know what to do. He teaches us how to live! Sun, 13 Mar 2011 15:30:23 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 10 Mar 2011 01:00:29 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Jesus understands our lives because he lived on this earth and experienced life exactly like we do! So he understands relationships, life and even pain. Take the steps necessary to make Him your best friend. Sun, 06 Mar 2011 17:30:31 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} It's too easy to let church be something we merely consume, without considering anyone else. But Highlands is a church that exists for others! We are blessed to be a blessing. Sun, 27 Feb 2011 14:00:54 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 24 Feb 2011 01:00:17 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Sometimes we just have to say to someone, "You had to be there." We can't explain it because an encounter is needed to fully grasp it. The same is true with God. We need an encounter with Him where we experience His presence and power. Sun, 20 Feb 2011 17:30:45 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 17 Feb 2011 01:00:52 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Too often, we come up with a picture of God that's just not true. We use the negative context of life to decide that we aren't worthy to serve the Lord. But the fact is, we are just the sort of people God wants to use! And as a church, we empower you to serve Him. Sun, 13 Feb 2011 17:30:21 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 10 Feb 2011 01:00:35 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} We celebrate all that God has done at Church of the Highlands over the first ten years. Enjoying life is something that is essential to building your faith and helping others find Christ. At Highlands, we hope you Experience Life! Sun, 06 Feb 2011 17:30:28 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:21 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} We put God first when we give Him the first of everything. The amazing part is that the first fruit has the power to bless the rest! Even in giving, the order is important. Sun, 30 Jan 2011 17:30:18 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 27 Jan 2011 01:00:49 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Time is so important. It's our most valuable asset. And though we can't manage time, we can manage opportunities. So make time for what matters and give focus and energy to the things that are eternal. Sun, 23 Jan 2011 17:30:43 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 20 Jan 2011 01:00:46 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} The order in which you prioritize your life is important. Order determines capacity and proves your priority. When you discover your values, determine what and who are most important, you will find the margin to do the rest. Sun, 16 Jan 2011 17:30:41 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 13 Jan 2011 01:00:01 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Structuring your spiritual life with the right priorities isn't always simple. But fasting is a way to take the distractions off the table and help you remember your first love. Sun, 09 Jan 2011 17:30:41 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Your days are swifter than a weaver's shuttle! As Job reminds us of the speed of life, we must give focus and energy to the things that really matter. Turn when into now. Turn intentions into actions. Turn your whole heart toward Jesus! Sun, 02 Jan 2011 15:30:38 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Facing life's great challenges doesn't have to be painful or cause you to be filled with fear and doubt. There are several ways to combat the side-effects of these challenges. Sun, 26 Dec 2010 16:30:46 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} The truth about peace is simple: it's not the absence of conflict that defines peace; it's the presence of Jesus that is true peace. In your life, find Sar Shalom, the Prince of Peace. Sun, 19 Dec 2010 17:30:30 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 16 Dec 2010 01:00:16 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Now that part one of the series uncovered the path to peace, it's important to understand how to make peace. Instead of just finding a resolution, learn to make peace through reconciliation. Sun, 12 Dec 2010 17:30:45 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 09 Dec 2010 01:00:49 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Does God promise peace on Earth? The answer might surprise you! But this message is also a keen reminder of the gift of God's peace within you. Sun, 05 Dec 2010 15:30:23 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Life isn't just about surviving! So get rid of the things holding you back and believe that God can do a miracle, realize that He created you for relationships, build on the little things and let God love you. Sun, 28 Nov 2010 15:30:56 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} Thu, 25 Nov 2010 01:00:18 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path} As we celebrate the many wonderful things God has done through Church of the Highlands, we focus on three ways to see His power at work when we share the love of Christ with those around us. Sun, 21 Nov 2010 17:30:01 +0000 Feeds {auto_path} {auto_path}