Every human life—from the very moment of conception—holds infinite, non-negotiable value in the eyes of God. On Sunday, October 11, 2026, High Point AG Church continued its month-long Sanctity of Life series. Following missionary Dylan Shope’s eye-opening presentation on human trafficking the previous week, we welcomed guest missionary Aniela Chis representing Human Coalition. As an Assemblies of God congregation, High Point firmly maintains an unwavering pro-life stance root

Every single human life bears the sacred image of God and holds infinite, inescapable value. On Sunday, October 4, 2026, High Point Church kicked off a pivotal, month-long focus on the Sanctity of Life during October. Throughout this series, our church family is examining what it means to defend, protect, and cherish human dignity across every season and circumstance—from the unborn in the womb to vulnerable children in foster care. To lead off this series, we had the privile

Celebration is far more than an occasional, cheerful luxury—it is a spiritual discipline rooted in recognizing that God has been, is, and will always be faithful. On Sunday, September 27, 2026, High Point Church gathered for a powerful Celebration Sunday. Pastor David Barnes delivered an inspiring message titled "Look What the Lord Has Done," anchoring the teaching in Psalm 126:3: “The Lord has done great things for us; we are joyful.” Celebrating God’s Faithfulness, Presence

Have you ever felt like you were just going through the motions in your spiritual life? You go to church, sing the songs, bow your head, and repeat the familiar steps—yet deep down, everything feels ordinary. On Sunday, September 20, 2026, Pastor Ricky Johnson walked us through a season in Israel’s history that looked eerily similar to that dynamic. Opening in 1 Samuel 3:1, scripture tells us: "Now the boy Samuel was ministering to the Lord in the presence of Eli. And the wor

In a world governed by 15-second clips, three-second attention hooks, and the endless scroll of digital feeds, depth has become a rare commodity. We sit through 90-minute blockbusters with ease yet find ourselves checking the clock five minutes into a prayer. During his sermon "Tarry an Hour," Executive Pastor Nate Cress unpacked this exact tension, taking us directly into the heart of the Garden of Gethsemane. On the eve of His crucifixion, under the crushing weight of the w

In a world that constantly demands long-term planning, five-year strategies, and ultimate control over tomorrow, living one day at a time feels countercultural. Yet, in his message "Enough Daily: Part 2," Lead Pastor David Barnes walked High Point AG Church in Royse City through Matthew 6:11, uncovering the intentional blueprint Jesus left us in the Lord’s Prayer. When we pray, "Give us this day our daily bread" (Matthew 6:11), we are invited into a transformational shift in

At some point in our faith journey, most of us run into a hidden, quiet frustration: we want tomorrow’s answers today. We want ten-year blueprints, lifetime safety nets, and long-range guarantees. Yet, when Jesus taught His disciples how to pray, He didn't offer a five-year financial projection or a roadmap for the next decade. Instead, He handed them a prayer rooted in the present tense: "Give us this day our daily bread" (Matthew 6:11). Reclaiming the Rhythm of Daily Depend

We live in a world consumed with quick fixes and temporary relief. When people face hardship, their immediate prayer is often for the fastest exit route or the quickest financial patch. But what if God wants to do something far deeper than just alleviating our immediate discomfort? Shifting from Temporary Relief to Spiritual Restoration On Sunday, August 23, 2026, Lead Pastor David Barnes preached a powerful message at High Point AG Church titled "On the Way to Pray." Drawing

When you look at a beautiful house, it’s easy to focus on the final product—the painted trim, the sturdy walls, and the welcoming front porch. But behind every strong home is an intentional builder who handled every board, pipe, wire, and brick long before anyone ever lived inside. On Sunday, August 16, 2026, Executive Pastor Nate Cress preached an inspiring and deeply personal message titled "Living Stones." Drawing from 1 Peter 2:4–5, Pastor Nate illustrated how God—our Mas

In a culture flooded with promises, inspirational quotes, and endless social media posts, it is remarkably easy to say the right things. We easily tell friends, "I've been praying for you," "I love you," or "Let me know if you need anything." We might even look at problems in our community and say, "The church really ought to do something about that." Moving from Words to Action On Sunday, August 9, 2026, Lead Pastor David Barnes delivered a powerful sermon at High Point Asse

As the final weeks of summer wind down, the phrase on everyone’s lips is "Back to School." We see it everywhere—stores are filled with new backpacks, fresh school supplies, and racks of fall clothes. Parents are adjusting schedules, teachers are building lesson plans, and students are anticipating new classes, new teachers, and new social dynamics. While our schools are designed to prepare students academically, God desires to prepare us spiritually. On Sunday, August 2, 2026

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where the front doors to your prayers felt entirely shut? You know where you need to get to—you need to get to Jesus—but the crowds of life, distraction, fear, and exhaustion are blocking the way. This past Sunday at High Point, Youth Pastor Chris Barakat brought a timely and practical message titled "Breakthrough Faith". Drawing from the iconic story in Mark 2:1–12, Pastor Chris unpacked what it takes to break through life's barr

When you close your eyes and picture serving the Lord, what comes to mind? Is it standing on a stage, teaching a class, volunteering at a church event, or heading out on a missions trip? Over time, culture—and even church culture—has a sneaky way of redefining what God’s Word actually says. Abraham Lincoln once famously asked a crowd, "How many legs would a dog have if you counted the tail as a leg?" The crowd answered, "Five." Lincoln replied, "Four. Because calling a tail a

Loving God is not merely a task or a rule-bound requirement, but the primary commandment, our greatest devotion, our greatest treasure, and our greatest desire. This past Sunday at High Point AG Church one of our pastors, Pastor Jerry Guinn, emphasized moving past transactional routine to cultivate authentic fellowship with God through His Spirit. Sermon Overview Speaker: Pastor Jerry Guinn (Credentialed Assemblies of God Minister) Title: The Love of God Key Scripture T

We love to celebrate the "Stars and Stripes." But on Sunday, July 5, 2026, Executive Pastor Nate Cress stepped up to the pulpit at High Point and challenged us to look at an entirely different phrase: Scars and Stripes. Pulling from Matthew 6:12, Pastor Nate delivered an incredibly transparent, profoundly healing message on the anatomy of a wound, the true definition of forgiveness, and why God allows our past marks to remain. Whether you are carrying a fresh relational injur

As our nation prepares to ignite fireworks, gather around backyard grills, and wave the red, white, and blue for a historic 250th Independence Day, conversations about "freedom" are everywhere. We love our liberty. We protect our rights fiercely. But in his powerful sermon on Sunday, June 28, 2026, Pastor David Barnes took us to Galatians 5:13 to show us that the kingdom definition of freedom looks vastly different from the world’s version. True freedom isn't the right to do

God Chose Me On Sunday, June 21, 2026, Pastor David Barnes delivered a powerful and timely Father’s Day message rooted deeply in 1 Thessalonians 5:11: “So encourage each other and build each other up, just as you are already doing.” In a world that constantly bombards men with checklists, performance metrics, and unrealistic expectations, this sermon was a breath of fresh air. It wasn't a lecture on how to be a "better" dad; instead, it was an explicit invitation to step off

We live in a culture that treats exhaustion like a status symbol. We fill our calendars to the brim, check our notifications constantly, and wear our frantic schedules like a badge of honor. But if we are honest, that badge is actually a bruise—a glaring symptom of an empty, cracking soul running entirely on its own strength. In his transformative sermon on Sunday, June 14, 2026, Pastor David Barnes tackled this modern crisis head-on. Drawing from Matthew 11:28-30, he challen

This week, Pastor David Barnes challenged us to look closely at how we are connecting across the age gaps. Preaching from Psalm 145:4—"One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts"—he delivered a powerful, timely message on what it takes to build a spiritual bridge that lasts. The Metaphor of the Piling If you’ve ever watched a bridge being constructed, you know that workers don't just pour concrete onto the topsoil. They drive massive steel an

Did you miss us this past Sunday, May 31, 2026? Or maybe you were there, but you’re still digesting everything that happened. Either way, grab a cup of coffee and pull up a chair, because it was an absolutely unforgettable Celebration Sunday at High Point Church. From high-energy worship to powerful corporate responses, the morning was a beautiful picture of what it looks like to live out the Gospel in community. We didn't just talk about being a church family—we put it on fu