Saints Church Highlands

What Does Obedience Look Like? | Melissa Herrera

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 12 May 2025 10:00:00 -0600

Welcome to the Saints Church Highlands podcast! We are a local church network based in Alberta, Canada. We go to places no one wants to go and do things no one thought possible so that anyone and everyone can discover hope and life in Jesus.

This Mother's Day, Melissa Herrera shares a word with us about obedience

Scripture References:

John 14:15
Genesis 22:1-18
James 1:5
Psalm 119:105
Colossians 3:15
Matthew 6:33

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What Your Offering Says About You | Brett Esslinger

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 05 May 2025 06:00:00 -0600

This week, Pastor Brett encourages us to reflect on our generosity and trust in God, reminding us that being blessed isn't about acquiring wealth but about having a heart that prospers and a mindset ready to bless others.

Scripture References:

3 John 1:2
Matthew 6:21
Ezekiel 36:26
Genesis 12:2
Genesis 4:1-7
Hebrews 11:4
Proverbs 3:11-12
2 Samuel 6:1-11
Matthew 6:21
2 Samuel 24:18-25
Acts 4:34-36
Acts 5:1-11
2 Corinthians 9:7
Numbers 6:24-26

Love | Brett Esslinger

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0700

This week, Pastor Brett invites us to dive into the Advent season by reflecting on Jesus as the true hero of the story, encouraging us to make room in our hearts for His love and presence.

Scripture References:

1 John 4:9
1 John 4:10
Philippians 2:5-8
Isaiah 9:2
John 1:5
Hebrews 12:2

The Planting of the Lord | Jeremy Wolfram

Saints Church Highlands — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 21:46:31 -0700

This week, Pastor Jeremy reminds us that we can always find reasons to bless God in any circumstance and emphasizes the importance of being planted in a local church, engaging in prayer, and maintaining a forgiving heart to truly flourish in our faith journey.

Scripture References:

Matthew 5
Psalm 103:1-5
Isaiah 61:3
Jeremiah 17:7-8
Psalm 92:12-15
Psalm 92:13
Psalm 92:12
1 Timothy 2:1
Psalm 119:11
Psalm 119:16

Fixer Upper | Brett Esslinger

Saints Church Highlands — Sun, 24 Nov 2024 16:54:28 -0700

This week, Pastor Brett shares a word with us.

Forgiveness | David McGrew

Saints Church Highlands — Sun, 24 Nov 2024 16:53:13 -0700

This week, Pastor and Theologian in Residence David McGrew shares a word on forgiveness.

Scripture References:

Philippians 1:8
Matthew 6:8-15

The Gospel of Hospitality Pt. 2 | Kevin Herrera

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 10:45:00 -0700

This week, we celebrate our first anniversary of the Highlands location as Kevin Herrera shares the call placed on us as Christians to be radically and unreasonably hospitable.

Scripture References:

James 1:17
Luke 18:18-22
Luke 19:1-10

The Pathway | Brett Esslinger

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0600

This week, Pastor Brett talks about the pathway to a good prayer life and offers some ways we can pray in a way that fosters our relationship with God.

Scripture References:

Psalm 100
Exodus 34:6-7
Matthew 6:5-13
1 Corinthians 10:13
Lamentations 3:22
Philippians 4:6-9

Why Worship | Brendan Visser

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 11:36:24 -0600

This week, Pastor Brendan dives into the importance of gratitude in worship, exploring how our lives become living sacrifices in response to Jesus' ultimate sacrifice, urging us to express heartfelt thanks through our praise and actions.

Scripture References:

Romans 12:1
Leviticus 16
Leviticus 17:11
Psalm 7:11
Romans 6:23
1 Corinthians 10:31
Mark 12:13-17
2 Corinthians 1:22
2 Chronicles 20:22
Psalm 100

Yes, Chef | Brett Esslinger

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0600

This week, Pastor Brett talks about how we can be spiritually formed and engage in discipleship so that we may experience spiritual growth.

Scripture References:

2 Corinthians 3:16-18
Ephesians 4:16
1 Corinthians 12:12-27
1 Corinthians 11:1

I Have A Dream | Brett Esslinger

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 02 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0600

This week, Pastor Brett shares his dream for our church across all locations and offers some rhythms that can help each of us realize that dream.

Scripture References:

Acts 4:13
Romans 8:29
Galatians 2:20
Luke 5:16
John 5:19
Matthew 4:1-3
Matthew 4:18-22
John 13:34-35
2 Timothy 3:16-17
Jude 20-21
Psalm 119:11
Hebrews 4:12
Matthew 28:18-20

Beyond The Highs and Lows | Kevin Herrera

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 26 Aug 2024 12:19:45 -0600

This week, Kevin Hererra shares a word with us on the idea of abiding in Jesus through both the highs and lows in our lives.

Scripture References:

Hebrews 12:1-9
Psalm 23:4
Psalm 120:1-7
Philippians 4:12

Who Are You Here For | Brendan Visser

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0600

This week, Pastor Brendan warns us against falling into Christian consumerism and spiritual gluttony, encouraging us to actively steward our faith and resources by serving others and sharing the gospel.

Scripture References:

Acts 8
Matthew 25
James 2:14

Oh Joy...I'm Patiently Waiting | Jeremy Wolfram

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 09:36:22 -0600

This Sunday, Pastor Jeremy talks about how we can find joy in the midst of a waiting season.

Scripture References:

Psalm 40:1-5
Hebrews 5:7

Love | Diondre Alexander

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 11:56:43 -0600

This week, Pastor Diondre reminds us that true love, which is patient, kind, and healing, is found in pursuing Jesus, who desires a personal relationship and offers transformative love that overcomes fear and past pain.

Scripture References:

1 John 4:18
Mark 5:21-36

For Those Who Are Hungry | Brett Esslinger

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 09:13:47 -0600

This week, Pastor Brett shares a word with us for the Breakthrough Service.

Scripture References:

1 Samuel 10:1
1 Samuel 10:5-7
1 Samuel 10:9-11
Isaiah 10:27
Luke 4:18-21
Acts 10:38
1 John 2:27
2 Corinthians 1:21-22
James 5:14
Acts 19:11-12

Undefeated | Matt Shuttlesworth

Saints Church Highlands — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 14:08:25 -0600

This week, Pastor Matt Shuttlesworth from Legacy Church encourages us to embrace a mindset of victory through faith and perseverance, reminding us that, with God on our side, we are undefeated in the spiritual battles we face.

Scripture References:

Ephesians 6:12
John 10:10
Luke 10:19
2 Corinthians 10:4-5
Mark 11:23-24
Proverbs 18:21
James 1:2-4
John 16:33
Isaiah 54:17
Micah 7:8
Psalm 91:1-6
2 Corinthians 2:14

The Call To Stewardship | Kevin Herrera

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0600

This Sunday, Kevin Herrera shares the call to stewardship placed upon us as Christians and gives some practical ways we can be good stewards of everything God has given us.

Scripture References:

Genesis 1:28-30
Matthew 25:21
1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Genesis 2:15

Speaking Spiritually | Brett Esslinger

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0600

This Sunday, Pastor Brett talks about the call of being a disciple and making disciples that is placed on us all as Christians, and explores how we can practically carry out this call.

Scripture References:

John 4:1-42
1 Corinthians 14:3

4 Questions To (Re)write Your Future | Jeremy Wolfram

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 24 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0600

This Sunday, Pastor Jeremy shares 4 questions we can ask ourselves to ensure we are preparing ourselves for the next season in what God has in store for us.

Scripture References:

Proverbs 6:6-11
Matthew 11:28-30

The Cost of Christianity | Brendan Visser

Saints Church Highlands — Wed, 19 Jun 2024 17:00:00 -0600

This Sunday, we are joined by Pastor Brendan Visser as he talks about what it takes to follow Jesus.

Scripture References:

Luke 14:25-35

Peace is a Person | Diondre Alexander

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 10 Jun 2024 16:41:23 -0600

This Sunday, we are joined by Pastor Diondre as he shares a word on what peace looks like in the midst of trouble.

Scripture References:

John 16:31-33

A Prophetic People | Tom Lane

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 27 May 2024 21:31:33 -0600

This Sunday, we are joined by Pastor Tom Lane all the way from Texas as he gives us a masterclass in how to listen to God's voice.

Scripture References:

Deuteronomy 8:3
Matthew 4:3-4
Hebrews 5:14
Hebrews 11:6
1 John 4:1

A Gentle Reminder | Kevin Herrera

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 13 May 2024 14:00:00 -0600

This week, Kevin Herrera gently reminds us about the importance of embracing silence to listen to God's voice.

Scripture References:
- 1 Kings 19:11-13
- 1 John 3:20
- James 5:19-20
- Matthew 14:29

Extravagant Faith | Brett Esslinger

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 06 May 2024 22:30:00 -0600

This week, Pastor Brett dives into a message on being extravagant in our faith.

Scripture References:
- John 12:1-6
- Luke 10:38-42
- John 11:17-22
- John 11:28-44

BONUS | Family Business Ep. 2

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 09:51:44 -0600

In this BONUS episode, we are joined by Pastors David and Jeanne McGrew as they talk about their journey from Oklahoma to Canada, their experiences with prophetic guidance, and the importance of grounding oneself in faith and scripture to navigate life's challenges and find spiritual wholeness.

Scripture References:
- Psalm 23
- Psalm 84
- Psalm 42

The Invitation | Jeremy Wolfram

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0600

This week, Pastor Jeremy talks about how we can find hope and purpose by embracing God's invitation amidst life's chaos.

Scripture References:
- Luke 14:15-23
- Ephesians 4:16

Vision Sunday 2024 | David McGrew

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 14:00:00 -0600

This week is our Vision Sunday - listen in as we provide updates on some things and announce some new and exciting initiatives that lead us in the direction we feel God is calling us to. And exclusively for Highlands, we have a message from David McGrew - our theologian in residence at Saints Church!

Scripture References:
- Ephesians 4:15-16

Death to Churchianity: Round 2 | Brett Esslinger

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 22:02:05 -0600

This week, we are continuing our series called Death to Churchianity, with Pastor Brett as we explore communion and the transformation from ritualistic worship to a genuine, passionate relationship with Jesus.

Verses:
- 1 Corinthians 11:17-22
- John 12:43
- Matthew 6:5-8
- Romans 12:11
- Revelation 3:19
- Colossians 1:18

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BONUS | Family Business Ep. 1

Saints Church Highlands — Wed, 10 Apr 2024 19:37:28 -0600

In this BONUS episode, we are joined by Pastors Brett and Desiree Esslinger as they dive into the intersection of faith and parenting, providing insights and practical guidance for fostering spiritual growth and discipleship within the family.

Verses:
- Luke 2:41
- Proverbs 22:6

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Don't Forget | Jeremy Wolfram

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 08 Apr 2024 21:25:54 -0600

This week, we look at the call placed on us as believers in the house of God and what He is doing.

Verses:
- Genesis 28:11-12;16-22
- Genesis 28:16-22
- John 1:51
- Genesis 35:1-5
- Psalm 27:4
- Joshua 24:15
- Hosea 14:8

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Wonder Working Power | Brett Esslinger

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 19:02:20 -0600

This week, we celebrate Resurrection Sunday and look at the redemptive work of God on the cross.

Verses:
- Isaiah 53
- Galatians 6:14
- John 19:1-3
- Mark 15:16-20
- Acts 2:24-28
- Acts 1:8
- Hebrews 4:16

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Good Friday | Sebastien Merta

Saints Church Highlands — Fri, 29 Mar 2024 15:30:00 -0600

This week, we celebrate the Good Friday and Easter weekend as we look at the redemptive work of God on the cross and reflect on what Jesus' sacrifice means for us.

Verses:
- Isaiah 53:3-7
- Romans 5:12
- Genesis 3:15
- Romans 3:23
- Leviticus 5:14-15
- Leviticus 1:4
- Hebrews 9:22
- Philippians 2:6
- Colossians 1:19-22
- 1 Peter 2:21-25

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This Life I Live | Jeremy Wolfram

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0600

This week, Pastor Jeremy shares a word on what a life that follows Jesus and responds to his calling looks like.

Verses:
- Galatians 2:20
- Ezekiel 47:1-5
- Ezekiel 47:6-12
- Habakkuk 2:14

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Death to Churchianity | Brett Esslinger

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0600

This week, we are starting a new series called Death to Churchianity, with Pastor Brett. We look at how over time, we have warped what the Church was meant to be into an institution that glorifies us rather than God and what the Church is actually supposed to look like based on the teachings of Jesus. We delve into the essence of discipleship and the transformative role of the church community, highlighting the commitment required to follow Jesus and the collective journey of faith within a diverse and supportive spiritual family.

Verses:
- Luke 14:25-33
- John 16:33
- Colossians 1:18
- 1 Peter 2:5
- Revelation 18:7
- Revelation 21:2
- Matthew 4:18
- Ephesians 4:11

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It's Not About You | Sebastien Merta

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 11 Mar 2024 21:00:16 -0600

This week, Pastor Sebastien explores the concept of worship as a daily, transformative practice that goes beyond Sunday services, emphasizing the need to listen for God's voice in the everyday and embrace the beauty of our imperfect offerings to Him.

Verses:
- Ephesians 1:3-6
- John 10:27
- Psalm 96:1-13

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Do You Perceive? | Desiree Esslinger

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 19:00:00 -0700

This week, Pastor Desiree Esslinger delves into a personal spiritual journey of awakening and dedication, exploring the many ways God communicates with us and the profound dialogue we can have with through scripture, prayer, and spiritual vigilance.

Verses:
- Jeremiah 33:3
- Romans 13:11
- Joel 2:28
- Acts 2:32-33

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Marks of a True Believer | Brett Esslinger

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 21:00:00 -0700

This week, we are continuing our series called For The Real Ones, as we look at the marks of a true believer.

Verses:
- Luke 7:1-10
- Luke 14:25-35
- Romans 12:9-21

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The Gardener | Diondre Alexander

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0700

This week, Pastor Diondre brings a sermon that explores how the decisions we make shape our lives, the spiritual growth that comes from enduring hardship, and the transformative power of love and resilience.

Verses:
- John 15:1-5; 13; 16
- Proverbs 17:17

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The What and The How | Jeremy Wolfram

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 05 Feb 2024 19:07:30 -0700

This week, we talk about God's purpose for us and we ask some questions to help us figure out where God wants to lead us to.

Verses:
- Ephesians 2:1-5
- 2 Chronicles 20:3-7; 13-17
- Acts 2:42-47

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For The Real Ones | Brett Esslinger

Saints Church Highlands — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 18:50:39 -0700

This week, we are starting a new series called For The Real Ones, as we look at what it means to be a Christian and follow Jesus.

Verses:
- Luke 14:25-35
- Acts 2:41-47
- Matthew 4:19
- 2 Timothy 2:1-2
- 2 Corinthians 9:7
- Ephesians 4:3
- Psalm 133

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The Gospel of Hospitality: Nourishing Hearts and Souls | Kevin Herrera

Saints Church Highlands — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:56:39 -0700

This week, we look at the Gospel of Hospitality and how to have a radical, inclusive fellowship with people.

Verses:
- Matthew 14:13-21
- Genesis 18:1-8
- Matthew 9:9-13

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