Meditation on Scripture: Directing Our Hearts to and Staying on the Path | Psalm 119:9-16, Colossians 3:16 and Philippians 4:9.
Here is the link to a simple framework for biblical meditation.
Meditation on God’s Word serves as our spiritual GPS, directing us and keeping us on the right path. This practice has deep roots in Christian tradition, offering a transformative approach to engaging with Scripture beyond mere reading.
Throughout history, devoted Christians have practiced scriptural meditation. William Wilberforce (1759-1833), the British politician who championed the abolition of the slave trade, recorded in his journal: “Walked from Hyde Park Corner repeating the 119th Psalm in great comfort.” His meditation on Scripture sustained him through his long struggle against abolishing slavery and provided spiritual nourishment during challenging times.
Biblical Meditation: What it is. It’s chewing on a Bible text, analyzing that passage, turning it over and around in one’s thoughts…
Mental planning for action...directing your thoughts of Scripture towards walking in godly paths.
Not emptying the mind, but filling it with God's truth from Scripture
Thoughtfully chewing on the biblical text, analyzing and turning it over in your mind.
Reading Scripture slowly and repeatedly, allowing words to sink into your soul (soaker hose)
Prayerful consideration, reflection and application of Scripture.
Engaging our head and hearts with Scripture to deepen our relationship with God.
We meditate on Scripture for and with other Christians to share and grow in Christ.
Someone has put it this way: Read or listen to Scripture to get the information. Study it to get the meaning. Meditate on God’s word to get the true benefit, which is godly transformation.
Why not choose a short passage and meditate on it this week. Chew on it, pray it, apply it, speak it, let it move from head to heart as it soaks in deeply.
Then put your hands to work living out the truth you’ve absorbed.
Resources of the Week
Song of the Month: On That Day by CityAlight
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Opportunities to Serve and Grow at High Pointe
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Gospel Witness and the True and Better Story (Evangelism Seminar) | THIS Saturday, April 5
Do you struggle to be a gospel witness in today’s skeptical world? Are you looking for better ways to have meaningful conversations about God that offer hope and purpose? Join us for an Equipping Workshop on Saturday, April 5 from 9 AM to 12:00 PM where we’ll explore how to share the true and better Story—Jesus Christ, the Hero and center of history. This workshop will equip you with practical tools to share the gospel in a way that resonates deeply with others. Feel free to arrive at 8:30 AM for fellowship. Snacks and coffee will be provided. Childcare is closing TODAY 4/2. Register here.
Women's Jewelry Making Workshop | Saturday, April 12
There will be a Jewelry Making Workshop on Saturday, April 12 from 1-3 PM at High Pointe. Come and learn how to make a necklace or bracelet that you will get to wear at home! This is a beginner class. We have a limited number of seats, so make sure to enroll early. There is a $25 fee to participate in the event! Register here.
Life Classes | Sunday at 9:00 AM
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. Childcare is available for ages 8 months through Pre-K. This session, we are offering the following classes from January 26 to May 25:
Evangelizing through Mark (Room 201, Old Choir Room)
Discipling Through Ephesians (Room 203, Livingston Room)
Spanish Life Class | Los Atributos de Dios (Room 200, East Training Room)
Youth Life Class | The Pentateuch (Room 101, Old Library)
Kid's Life Class | K-5th grade (Room 104, Overflow Room)
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:
April 6 | Hebrews 4:14-16 | On Prayer | Pastor Robert Cline
April 13 | Luke 6:12-26 | The Blessings and Woes of the Kingdom | Pastor Juan Sanchez
April 20 | Luke 6:27-36 | Love Your Enemies | Pastor Juan Sanchez | Easter Sunday
April 27 | Finding Your Place in the Big Story of the Bible | Pastor Robert Cline
May 4 | Luke 6:37-42 | Judge with Righteous Judgment | Pastor Juan Sanchez
May 11 | Mother’s Day | Pastor Craig Horton
May 18 | Luke 6:43-49 | Two Ways to Live | Pastor Juan Sanchez
May 25 | Luke 7:1-35 | Are You the One? | Pastor Juan Sanchez
June 1 | New Series from Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
June 8 | New Series from Isaiah | Pastor Robert Cline
June 15 | Luke 7:36-8:3 | Jesus and Women | Pastor Juan Sanchez
June 22 | Luke 8:4-21 | The Parable of the Sower | Pastor Juan Sanchez
June 29 | Luke 8:22-9:6 | Jesus Is Lord of All | Pastor Juan Sanchez
July 6-27 | Summer Preaching Series
Begin praying as you prepare to gather with us this Sunday at 10:00 am.
Gospel Partner of the Month: Cuba | Predica Fiel
In our approach to missions at High Pointe, we not only seek to send our best, but we also want to equip and encourage those who are already serving in the field. One of the ways to do that is to provide training for national pastors and missionaries. Predica Fiel is a training ministry that equips pastors, missionaries, and church leaders in expositional teaching and preaching. They provide training workshops throughout the island of Cuba and the Spanish-speaking world.
Please pray that the Lord will give them favor and fruitfulness in their work. Pray that the Lord would grant them continued opportunities to train pastors, missionaries, and teachers. And pray that the Lord would provide all the resources they need to do their work.
On-Call Pastor
To better care for you, High Pointe, we have an “on-call” pastor available for emergencies after office hours and on weekends. To reach the on-call pastor, call 512-837-7725, extension 1.
