Key Insights
Impact and Outreach
π The purpose of sharing the gospel through movies is to see lives transformed and celebrate each person’s decision to follow Jesus.
π° The Church of the Highlands has been able to build three brand-new buildings with cash, using only 60% of the donations they receive, showing their commitment to investing in things around the world.
π Compassion is a powerful force that compels us to recognize and address the injustices we see in the world.
πͺ The church aims to empower and train a new generation of leaders and young people who will go out and make a positive impact on the world.
π The church plays a significant role in addressing global poverty, with Christian philanthropy accounting for 70% of all American philanthropy in 2022 at 300 billion dollars just this year alone.
π The upcoming event will not only provide gifts but also offer prayer and the opportunity for parents to receive Jesus, highlighting the importance of spiritual support alongside material assistance.
π The church planters that were supported by the Church of the Highlands donated 184 million dollars to missions in just one year, showcasing the far-reaching impact of their work.
Personal Stories and Inspirations
π The decision to start a church in Birmingham was influenced by a heartbreaking experience of a pastor’s daughter battling brain cancer, highlighting the power of personal experiences in shaping life choices.
π The inspiration for Highlands Haven came from the loss of a child to cancer, highlighting the impact of personal stories on shaping meaningful initiatives.
π’ The speaker emphasizes the importance of truly experiencing and feeling the stories and challenges faced by others, rather than just treating them as line items on a checklist.
π Jesus breaks through gender and racial barriers to connect with others, showing the power of empathy and understanding.
Summary
Impact and Outreach
π The purpose of sharing the gospel through movies is to see lives transformed and celebrate each person’s decision to follow Jesus.
π° The Church of the Highlands has been able to build three brand-new buildings with cash, using only 60% of the donations they receive, showing their commitment to investing in things around the world.
π Compassion is a powerful force that compels us to recognize and address the injustices we see in the world.
πͺ The church aims to empower and train a new generation of leaders and young people who will go out and make a positive impact on the world.
π The church plays a significant role in addressing global poverty, with Christian philanthropy accounting for 70% of all American philanthropy in 2022 at 300 billion dollars just this year alone.
π The upcoming event will not only provide gifts but also offer prayer and the opportunity for parents to receive Jesus, highlighting the importance of spiritual support alongside material assistance.
π The church planters that were supported by the Church of the Highlands donated 184 million dollars to missions in just one year, showcasing the far-reaching impact of their work.