The Word from South Highland

A Glimpse of Glory

February 11, 2024 - On Transfiguration Sunday, Rev. Cort Gatliff teaches from Exodus and Mark, and reminds us that the reason we come to worship God is to have an encounter with the risen Lord, so we can see the glory of God and experience all of life in light of that reality.

In the Middle of the Middle

February 4, 2024 - Teaching from Mark 1, The Rev. Dr. Sam Henderson reminds us that, no matter how many needs we ask God to address in our own lives and families, and no matter how many needs we ask God to address in our communities, God is always on a mission beyond.

Are People Still Asking

January 28, 2024 - The New Testament is rich in stories of the miracles of Jesus, events written by people who witnessed them but which we take on faith. Rev. Dr. Sam Henderson, teaching from Mark, points out that the more people try to measure, quantify and prove the miracle, the more likely it is that we miss what God was really doing, and the power that was and can be at work.

A Path to Take, a Choice to Make

January 21, 2024 - Periods of liminality - being between stages and on the verge of something new - can be challenging for a congregation. Teaching from Isaiah and Philippians, interim pastor The Rev. Dr. Sam Henderson says there's actually no better time to be the church.

Unity in Christ

January 14, 2024 - Peace among Christians is about more than an absence of turbulence. Teaching from Romans and Philippians, Rev. Abby Gatliff says we have a responsibility to build up our neighbors - even those with whom we may disagree.

A Firm Foundation for the New Year

January 7, 2024 - The new year brings us a renewed sense of hope and possibility — and, for some, a deep sense of uncertainty. Teaching from Psalm 33, Rev. Cort Gatliff reminds us that we can have confidence in God's word and works in this and all new years.

The Revelatory Christ

December 31, 2023 - At the end of 2023, people around the world are in tribulation. But in John’s Revelation, Jesus speaks to us for patient endurance, that we should worship and adore Him, and that he comforts and brings us peace. Rev. Dr. Larry Michael says that God is the victor, that will will win because He wins.

You Are Greatly Loved!

December 24, 2023 - In a message for Christmas Eve, Rev. Dr. Ed Hurley teaches from the beloved story of Joseph and Mary and Jesus in the manger, found in Luke 2.

The Prince of Peace Comes

December 24, 2023 - The dream persists of a coming peace when the lion and the lamb shall lie down together and shall dwell harmoniously. In a sermon for the fourth Sunday of Advent, Rev. Dr. Ed Hurley teaches from Isaiah and Matthew.

Overwhelmed With Joy

December 17, 2023 - With the magnificat of the Virgin Mary as the backdrop, Rev. Dr. Ed Hurley reflects on his twenty-two years of ministry as senior pastor of South Highland Presbyterian Church.