The Word from South Highland

The Gospel Downtown

May 10, 2025  |  Acta 17:16-24 — The Apostle Paul stopped in Athens on his way, and his sermon there brings up the question: How do we bear witness to the gospel in a culture that does not share our moral or theological assumptions? Rev. Cort Gatliff teaches from Paul's sermon and has three suggestions for us.

Spirit-filled Suffering

May 3, 2026  |  Acts 7:51-60 — Stephen's testimony to the Sanhedrin about Jesus having fulfilled the purpose of the temple, they had him stoned. Rev. Cort Gatliff teaches that Stephen's looking to heaven can be a model for each of us during our own times of suffering. 

A Spirit-filled Church

April 26, 2026  |  Acts 2:42-47 — Luke writes of the church in its earliest days as it drew more and more believers and followers of the risen Christ. Rev. Cort Gatliff teaches from Acts about characteristics of a church that holds fast to the life-transforming gospel of Jesus Christ.

What Shall We Do?

April 19, 2026  |  Acts 2:36-41 — Peter's first sermon, given on Pentecost, shows his audience who Jesus really was and calls them to repent and be baptized. Rev. Cort Gatliff teaches about can really happen when we do those things: turning from sin and entering a new life in Christ.

The Living Sacrifice

April 12, 2026  |  Romans 12:1-2 — After Jesus' victorious sacrifice at Good Friday and Easter, no further sacrifice is needed, right? Rev. Abby Gatliff teaches from Romans about the living sacrifice of our bodies and the turning away from willing sin to become more fully transformed.

The Victorious Sacrifice

April 5, 2026  |  Revelation 1:12-18 — Jesus began his Revelation to John by telling him to not be afraid, and assures him with eternal truths about His being. Rev. Cort Gatliff teaches on Easter about the uniqueness of Jesus' sacrifice among all the sacrifices in scripture: He is the only sacrifice that came back to life.

Mockery to Mercy

April 3, 2026  |  Mark 15:16-29 — From the Roman soldiers at Calvary to present day philosophers and social media influencers, people have mocked Jesus. Pastoral Resident David Yancey teaches that our Lord overcame the cross to offer you hope and eternal life.

At the Table with Jesus

April 2, 2026  |  Maundy Thursday — In a message to celebrate the institution of the sacrament of Holy Communion, Rev. Abby Gatliff teaches about the very real power of Jesus' last supper and His gift of remembrance.

The Final Sacrifice

March 29, 2026  |  Hebrews 10:11-18 — The Old Testament system of animal sacrifices in the temple was a temporary solution to an eternal problem. Early Jewish Christians had a hard time understanding this. Rev. Cort Gatliff teaches that, while we know that Jesus is the final high priest and final sacrifice, we must ask ourselves what ways in our lives do we say Jesus isn't enough?

The Blood of the Covenant

March 22, 2026  |  Zechariah 9:9-13 — In a message one week before Palm Sunday, Rev. Dr. Douglas Webster teaches from Old Testament prophecy about the humble king, the rejected shepherd, the mourned martyr, and our repentance.