The Heights Belmont Weekly Services

The Heights Church Belmont NC

Weekly  sermons at The Heights Church in Belmont NC.

  1. 4d ago

    Wednesday, 9/30/2026

    What does it really mean to love one another, and how do we actually do it in everyday life? Drawing from 1 John 2, this message explores one of the most repeated and most challenging commands in all of Scripture. The command to love is not new. It goes back to Leviticus 19 and was restated by Jesus in John 13, but in Christ it carries a new power because it is made possible through the Holy Spirit living inside every true believer. Topics covered include: the difference between old and new in the command to love, why love is central to the gospel and not separate from it, what genuinely changes when someone comes to faith in Jesus, how to know if you are walking in the light or in darkness, the four characteristics of someone living in hatred and spiritual darkness, what it looks like to truly abide in the light, why right doctrine and moral uprightness are not enough on their own, and how failing to love other believers affects your fellowship with God. First John 2 gives both a negative and a positive test. Hatred toward a fellow believer reveals darkness, no matter how much Bible knowledge someone has. Genuine love toward other believers proves that someone has truly been transferred into the light. The person who has been forgiven much is called to forgive much, and the way we love one another is itself a proclamation of the gospel. If you have been wrestling with resentment, coldness, or broken relationships with other believers, this message offers both honest challenge and real hope. The Holy Spirit in you makes this kind of love possible, even when it does not come naturally. Love God. Love Others. Live It Out

  2. 4d ago

    Sunday, 9/27/2026

    God is for you. That truth from Romans 8:31-39 is one of the most powerful and life-changing realities in all of Scripture. In this message from Romans 8, we explore five unbreakable realities of grace that every Christian can count on, no matter what they are facing. Many believers struggle with anxiety, guilt, and a sense that they need to earn God's favor through their own performance. But the gospel of grace tells a completely different story. The work is finished. Jesus Christ has already secured everything we need, and Romans 8 lays out exactly what that means for everyday life. Here are the five realities covered in this message: God's Power: Since God is already for you, no opposition, whether human, demonic, or circumstantial, will ultimately prevail. The One who lives in you is greater than anything coming against you.God's Provision: If God loved us enough to give His own Son, He will not withhold what His children truly need. The cross is the ultimate proof of His commitment to provide.God's Protection: In the spiritual courtroom of Romans 8:33, Jesus is our advocate. No accusation from the enemy can stick against those who are in Christ Jesus.God's Pardon: There is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Jesus intercedes for us right now, even in our weakest and most exhausted moments.God's Presence: Nothing in all of creation can separate us from the love of God. Feeling far from God and being far from God are not the same thing. He does not let go.Whether you are walking through a season of fear, financial pressure, relational pain, spiritual doubt, or overwhelming guilt, these five truths from Romans 8 are meant to move you from ordinary, anxious living into extraordinary confidence, freedom, and victory in Christ. Love God. Love Others. Live It Out

  3. 4d ago

    Wednesday, 923/2026

    Do you know that you know Jesus, or are you living with a hope-so faith? The Bible calls believers to something far more certain than doubt or guesswork. First John was written for one clear reason: so that those who believe in the name of the Son of God can know they have eternal life. Not wonder. Not hope. Know. In this message from 1 John 2:3-6, we explore what it truly means to know Jesus, not just know about Him. There is a significant difference between having information about Christ and having a living, personal relationship with Him. True saving faith produces evidence. It changes desires, priorities, and the direction of a life. We also look at two common but mistaken responses to the doctrine of assurance: false humility that treats confidence in salvation as presumption, and reactionary skepticism that rejects assurance because of those who have claimed it while living in contradiction to it. Neither response reflects what the New Testament consistently teaches. Romans 8 makes it clear that nothing in life or death can separate a true believer from the love of God in Christ Jesus. The test John gives is practical and grounded in everyday life. He points to obedience, not as the cause of salvation, but as the evidence of it. If the life of Christ is truly in a believer, it will show. Humility, compassion, love for others, a burden for the lost, and a desire to walk as Jesus walked are the natural fruit of genuine regeneration. The Holy Spirit works continually in the life of a true believer, bringing conviction when they sin and drawing them back toward Christ. The most reliable sign of genuine salvation is not a dramatic experience or an emotional high. It is the consistent, everyday desire to keep His Word and live a life that looks increasingly like His. Topics covered include: assurance of salvation, how to know you are saved, 1 John 2:3-6, what it means to be in Christ, obedience and salvation, evidence of genuine faith, regeneration and the new birth, sanctification, the Holy Spirit and conviction, eternal security, Christian living, and walking as Jesus walked. Whether you have been a believer for decades or are just beginning to explore what it means to follow Christ, this message offers a clear and grounding look at one of the most important questions a person can ask: Do I truly know Him? Love God. Love Others. Live It Out

  4. 4d ago

    Sunday, 9/20/2026

    Are you standing at the edge of something God has been preparing you for, but fear or the weight of the past is keeping you from stepping in? Joshua 1 has a message that is just as relevant today as it was thousands of years ago, and it comes down to three powerful principles that can change the direction of your life. After 40 years of wandering in the wilderness, God told Joshua that the time for waiting was over. The Promised Land was within reach, but possessing it would require seeking God's plan, staying committed to His Word, and stepping out in faith even when the path ahead looked uncertain. These are not just ancient strategies for an ancient leader. They are a blueprint for anyone who wants to move from where they are to where God is calling them to be. God does not call the perfect or the polished. He calls ordinary people and uses them for extraordinary purposes. His plan for your life is not hidden from you. Acts 17 tells us that God determined exactly when and where each of us would live, and that He is not far from any of us. The question is whether we are willing to follow His lead. One of the biggest obstacles to possessing the future God has for us is the past we refuse to release. Old failures, broken relationships, and unhealed wounds can keep a person stuck for years. God told Joshua plainly that Moses was dead and that chapter was closed. Moving forward required letting go. The same is true for us. The second principle centers on the Word of God. Joshua 1:8 connects genuine success directly to meditating on Scripture day and night. The Bible is not just a Sunday resource. It is a daily guide that shows you the right path, corrects you when you drift, and gives you a foundation that holds when life gets hard. Staying in the Word is not a religious habit. It is a survival strategy. The third principle is faith in action. God told Joshua three times to be strong and courageous, because He knew fear and discouragement would be constant opponents. Courage is not the absence of fear. It is moving forward in spite of it. When the priests stepped into the flooded Jordan River, the water did not stop until their feet touched it. God was waiting to see if they would trust Him. That same dynamic is still at work today. No matter your age, your background, or what you have been through, it is never too late to step into what God has prepared for you. The future He has for you is worth possessing. But you have to be willing to step into the river first. Love God. Love Others. Live It Out

  5. Sep 10

    Wednesday, 9/9/2026

    What does it really mean to pray with faith when life feels overwhelming? This message digs into two foundational passages of Scripture, 2 Chronicles 7:14 and Philippians 4:6-7, to explore what God promises when His people humble themselves, pray, and seek His face. Whether you are carrying anxiety, grieving a loss, praying for a prodigal family member, or asking God for healing, this is a message built for real life and real struggles. Topics covered include how to pray with faith and not just go through the motions, what the Bible says about praying for your nation and community, how to intercede for lost loved ones without losing hope, what Scripture teaches about grief and God's nearness to the brokenhearted, whether God still heals today and what that looks like practically, the difference between salvation by grace and living faithfully with the gifts God has given you, and how the Holy Spirit intercedes for you when you do not have the words. If you have ever wondered whether your prayers are actually making a difference, or if you have felt alone in your struggles, this message is a reminder that God hears, God answers, and you are never praying alone. Romans 8:26 tells us that the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us with groanings that cannot be uttered. That means even in your weakest moments, God is at work on your behalf. This message is for anyone searching for hope in hard times, biblical teaching on prayer, Christian encouragement for anxiety and grief, or practical guidance on how to trust God when life does not make sense. Whether you are a longtime believer or someone just beginning to explore faith, these truths from Scripture are for you. Love God. Love Others. Live It Out

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Weekly  sermons at The Heights Church in Belmont NC.