Lake Highlands Baptist Church

Truly Human, Part 1: The Creation (2018 Series)

This sermon is from a series called "Truly Human." Pastor Bill preached this series back in 2018, a couple of years before he became Senior Pastor at LHBC. The series looks at what the Bible says about God's intentions for humanity both in the past and in the future. We hope this series encourages you as you grow in Christ. 

Truly Human, Part 2: The Fall (2018 Series)

This sermon is from a series called "Truly Human." Pastor Bill preached this series back in 2018, a couple of years before he became Senior Pastor at LHBC. The series looks at what the Bible says about God's intentions for humanity both in the past and in the future. We hope this series encourages you as you grow in Christ. 

Truly Human, Part 3: The Law (2018 Series)

This sermon is from a series called "Truly Human." Pastor Bill preached this series back in 2018, a couple of years before he became Senior Pastor at LHBC. The series looks at what the Bible says about God's intentions for humanity both in the past and in the future. We hope this series encourages you as you grow in Christ. 

Truly Human, Part 6: The New Creation (2018 Series)

This sermon is from a series called "Truly Human." Pastor Bill preached this series back in 2018, a couple of years before he became Senior Pastor at LHBC. The series looks at what the Bible says about God's intentions for humanity both in the past and in the future. We hope this series encourages you as you grow in Christ. 

Truly Human, Part 4: The Cross (2018 Series)

This sermon is from a series called "Truly Human." Pastor Bill preached this series back in 2018, a couple of years before he became Senior Pastor at LHBC. The series looks at what the Bible says about God's intentions for humanity both in the past and in the future. We hope this series encourages you as you grow in Christ. 

The Gospel According to the Gourd (Jonah 4:5-11)

Jesus is Superior to Abraham (Hebrews 7:1-10)

Maturing Christians and False Disciples (Hebrews 5:11-6:20)

Jonah’s Mission (Jonah 3–4:4)

Jesus Christ is Risen! (Luke 24:1-12)

Blessed Is the King! (Luke 19:28-40)

Good Enough for Salvation (Hebrews 4:14-5:10)

Good News: You Can't Hide From God! (Hebrews 4:11-16)

Jesus: Like Moses, But Better (Hebrews 3:1-15)

Jonah's Baptism (Jonah 2)

Jonah's Descent (Jonah 1)

The Son of God Perfected Through Suffering (Hebrews 2:10-18)

Pastor Bill preaches through Hebrews 2:10-18.

A Special Message for Our Listeners

In this short episode, Pastor Bill addresses our listeners to share a couple of things about the podcast... and to ask for response. 

Not Your Typical Angels, Not Your Typical Man (Hebrews 1:5-14)

Pastor Bill preaches on Hebrews 1:5-14.

Jesus vs. Junk Food (Hebrews 1:2-4)

Pastor Bill preaches on Hebrews 1:2-4. 

Unstrangering the Stranger (Leviticus 19:33-34)

Pastor Bill preaches through Leviticus 19:33-34. 

Humility Embodied (Philippians 2:1-11)

Pastor Noah preaches through Philippians 2:1-11.

David and Goliath Fulfilled: A Christmas Sermon (Matthew 2)

What happens when a great and powerful king goes to war with God's Anointed? Pastor Bill looks at Matthew 2 in this Christmas Day sermon. 

Go Set A Watchman: A Christmas Eve Sermon (Isaiah 62)

In this Christmas Eve sermon, Pastor Winston works through Isaiah 62 and discusses what it teaches about Christ and his church.

The Good News of the Kingdom (Isaiah 61:1-4)

For this fourth Sunday of Advent, we look with Pastor Noah at Isaiah 61 and what it reveals about how God the Father rescues his people in Jesus the Son. 

Jesus Repents (Matthew 3)

(This recording picks up a couple of minutes into the sermon.) Pastor Bill looks at Matthew 3 to see how Jesus brings about the return of God to Israel, and what this means for our salvation. 

Long Live the King! (Isaiah 9:1-7)

In this Advent sermon, Pastor Bill looks at Isaiah 9 and what it teaches us about our Messiah's first coming. 

Walking in the Light (Isaiah 2:1-5)

Pastor Winston shares about the hope of Jesus Christ presented to Israel in Isaiah 2:1-5. 

How Can You Know You Are a True Christian? (1 Thessalonians 1:4-10)

Christians are saved entirely by God's grace. We gain access to this grace through faith. But how can we know that our faith is genuine? Pastor Bill shares about some of the means of assurance God has provided in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. 

How to Live In a Pit (Psalm 40)

LHBC member Dr. Barry Creamer shares from Psalm 40 about how the Messiah has provided a way for God to come to us. 

How to Live In a Pit (Psalm 40)

LHBC member Dr. Barry Creamer shares from Psalm 40 about how the Messiah has provided a way for God to come to us. 

What Goes Up... (Luke 19:1-10)

Pastor Winston shares about Zacchaeus and how Jesus brought him down from the tree. 

The Path to Eden (Proverbs 3:1-12)

Pastor Noah walks through Proverbs 3 to see how God has prepared a path back to blessing for those that trust and fear him. 

What Does a Healthy Church Look Like? (1 Thessalonians 1:1-3)

Pastor Bill takes us through Paul's first letter to the church in Thessalonica to see how we can learn from the Thessalonians' example. Listen in to hear more about how we can know whether God is at work in a congregation. 

The End Is Even Better Than the Beginning (Revelation 21:1-5)

Pastor Bill wraps up our Genesis series by looking at how the promise of Eden is fulfilled in the end of the Bible. 

The Power of Weakness (2 Timothy 1:1-14)

Pastor Winston shares about suffering, the power of God's Word, and faithfulness.

Hidden Hero (Genesis 42-45)

Pastor Bill looks at how God uses Joseph and another unlikely hero to reconcile the family of Jacob. 

Exalted to the Right Hand of Power (Genesis 40-41)

Today, we look at a biblical character that is betrayed by his fellow Israelites, sold to oppressors, humiliated, descends into the earth, preaches to those in prison, is raised up from the earth, ascends to the right hand of power, rules over the earth, and feeds the nations with the bread of life. Who is this man? The answer is more complicated and more beautiful than you might think. Join as Pastor Bill shares more from Genesis.  

The Temptation of Joseph (Genesis 39)

In Genesis 39, two people are tempted to sin. One character sins, the other resists temptation and is obedient to God. But which one is punished? Listen in as Pastor Bill shares about the love of God revealed in the temptation of Joseph. 

The Lame Will Leap (Acts 3)

Pastor Noah shares about the miracle of Acts 3 and what it tells us about our role in sharing the Gospel with the lost. 

Judge, Favored Son, King (Genesis 37)

In Genesis 37, Joseph is presented as the judge of his brothers, the favorite son of his father, and the future ruler of his family. This does not go well, but God has a plan. Listen in as Pastor Bill explains why we should be full of joy when we consider that Jesus Christ has been made absolute ruler of our lives. 

The Perfect Pillar, The True Bethel (Genesis 35)

We were designed to walk in intimate fellowship with the infinite God of the universe, enjoying the blessings that fall from his hands. How are we to experience and enjoy his presence in this broken world? Join us as Pastor Bill discusses how God calls Jacob into his presence in Genesis 35... and about how we enter God's presence now. 

Camping Too Close to the City of Man (Genesis 34)

In Genesis 34, Jacob ends up fleeing from the burning husk of the city of Shechem. Just moments before, the Hivites were his allies. Now, the Hivites are dead, Jacob's sons have become murderers, and the whole region is ready to hunt Jacob down and destroy him. What caused this terrible situation? Listen in as Pastor Bill explains how a failure of holiness leads to destruction and collateral damage... and how this story points to the hope of Jesus Christ. 

The Marathon of Faith (Hebrews 11)

The hardest mile of a marathon is not the first, and it is not the last. The most difficult mile is mile 20. Listen in as Winston Hottman shares from Hebrews 11 about how looking to Christ will help believers finish their own marathon of faith well. 

On the Run with God (Psalm 3)

Listen in as Pastor Mark shares a message of hope from Psalm 3. 

Beating an Enemy or Reconciling a Brother?

In Genesis 32 and 33, Jacob and Esau are reconciled. Join us as Pastor Bill explains what God has revealed in this story about reconciling with our enemies. 

Beating an Enemy or Reconciling a Brother? (Genesis 32-33)

In Genesis 32 and 33, Jacob and Esau are reconciled. Join us as Pastor Bill explains what God has revealed in this story about reconciling with our enemies. 

The Greatest Wrestling Match in History (Genesis 32:22-32)

In Genesis 32, Jacob fights all night long with a shadowy mystery man. Who is this man that comes to Jacob in his darkest hour? Listen in as Pastor Bill shares about what happens when our Savior shows up, and we mistake him for an enemy. 

The Meaning of Life (Ephesians 2:1-10)

Before Christ, we all lived in hopeless slavery to death and Satan. But God, rich in grace and mercy, has made believers alive in Christ. Listen as Pastor Noah shares about the immeasurable grace of God and what that means for believers and unbelievers alike. 

A Pocket Full of Idols (Genesis 31)

In Genesis 31, Jacob flees from Laban. But is there more going on here than meets the eye? Listen in as Pastor Bill shares about how Genesis 31 is really about... Jesus of Nazareth.