Highlands Church

Scottsdale, AZ · Non-denominational

26 sermons · 4 series · 91 topics · 5 speakers

Pastors & Speakers

Highlands Church

Thomas Slager

11 sermons

Highlands Church

Kevin Yule

8 sermons

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Bob Wade

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Mar 1, 2026 90 min

Highlands Sunday Service (9:00am)

Thomas Slager

James 1:26-27 reveals three marks of true religion: pure speech reflecting a transformed heart, practical compassion for the vulnerable, and personal purity in a polluted world—all flowing from genuine faith in Christ.

Humility Communion Repentance Self Righteousness Grace Transformation Deception Practical Faith Obedience vs Love Compassion

Feb 9, 2026 41 min

Deceived or Devoted?

Thomas Slager

Preaching through James 1:16-18, Thomas Slager urges believers not to be deceived by the world's lies about sin, God's character, or the source of good things, but instead to remember that every good and perfect gift comes from an unchanging God who calls us His first fruits.

Suffering Identity in Christ Goodness of God Deception Sovereignty

Feb 3, 2026 42 min

Overcoming Temptation

Thomas Slager

Pastor Thomas Slager walks through James 1:12-15, teaching that temptation is inevitable, originates from our own sinful desires rather than from God, and can lead to death when unchecked -- but believers can overcome it through the power of Christ and the Holy Spirit.

Temptation Repentance Trials Spiritual Warfare Victory in Christ

Jan 26, 2026 30 min

An Eternal Perspective

Bob Wade

Pastor Bob Wade teaches from James 1:9-11 that both poverty and wealth are spiritual tests, urging believers to find their identity and security in Christ rather than in material circumstances, and to live with an eternal perspective that outlasts temporary earthly pursuits.

Identity in Christ Trials Eternal Perspective Poverty and Wealth Spiritual Security

Jan 21, 2026 34 min

Wisdom in Trials

Kevin Yule

Pastor Kevin Yule teaches from James 1:5-8 that when trials leave us lacking wisdom, God invites us to ask in faith without doubting, promising generous guidance to all who trust and jump.

Faith Wisdom Trials Doubt Trust

Jan 12, 2026 37 min

Joy in Trials

Thomas Slager

Pastor Slager teaches from James 1:2-4 that trials are inevitable. Believers should acknowledge pain honestly, choose deep joy rooted in God's character, endure rather than seek distraction, and fix their eyes on Jesus who endured the cross for us.

Suffering Joy in Trials Endurance Sovereignty of God Spiritual Growth