The Word from South Highland

From Silence to Speech

December 29, 2024 - Throughout Advent, we observe a period of waiting, a waiting that began at the Beginning. At Christmas, we see what we have been waiting for. Emily Knight teaches with powerful scripture from Romans that, in Jesus Christ, we know that God has unequivocally spoken.

Light for a Dark World

December 24, 2024 - If the well-known events of the nativity were merely a legend or tender story, we have missed their entire purpose. Rev. Cort Gatliff teaches from John's gospel that this point in history, when the Word became flesh, is when the darkness was overcome by Light.

The Advent of Love

December 22, 2024 - The story of Jesus is an epic love story in which the handsome prince courts his bride, the church. Rev. Abby Gatliff preaches from John 3 in a heartfelt homily.

The Advent of Joy

December 15, 2024 - The world tries to influence us in ways that can lead to feelings of fear and anger. So how can we instead cultivate a joy that will stick with us through the ups and downs of life? Rev. Cort Gatliff teaches from Luke's gospel that new life in Jesus is the picture of joy we seek.

The Advent of Peace

December 8, 2024 - Jesus came into this world to bring peace, the peace foretold by the prophets. Looking around the world today, you might wonder when peace will flourish. Rev. Abby Gatliff teaches from Isaiah and Ephesians that the peace of Jesus is blessing of shalom.

The Advent of Hope

December 1, 2024 - If you think you know how the hope of Christmas isn't about things and circumstances, think again. Rev. Cort Gatliff teaches from Romans on the Hope of Advent, about fixing our eyes on an anchor for our souls.

The Crown and the Cross

November 24, 2024 - "Who do you say that I am," Jesus asks. Teacher? Model for how to live? Advocate for the marginalized? Rev. Cort Gatliff teaches from Mark and points out that we can admire Jesus yet still miss him completely.

The Scope of Grace

November 17, 2024 - In Mark 7, we read of a seemingly odd interaction between a woman with a demon-possessed daughter and Jesus. In this message, Rev. Cort Gatliff teaches that this unusual moment is really a personal encounter that has universal implications.

A Different Cleansing

November 10, 2024 - During weekly worship, we confess our sins because we stand in constant need and dependence on the Lord's transforming of our hearts. Emily Knight teaches from Mark that this transformation comes not through traditions or rituals, but only by the blood of Jesus.

Delivered From Death

November 3, 2024 - In two interwoven, remarkable episodes from the gospel of Mark, Rev. Cort Gatliff teaches that in all aspects of our life - from everyday happenings to the worst moments - Jesus is worthy of our trust.