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HOME | Highland Baptist Church, Raleigh, NC Pastor Larry G. Stephens Sunday Mornings: Bible Study- 9:00 am, Morning Worship-10:00 Wednesday- Bible Study at 6:00 pm
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"Soli Deo Gloria: To the Glory of God Alone," Colossians 3:17
Recorded 10-18-2026 Pastor Larry Stephens delivers the final sermon in the Solas series on the foundation of salvation in Grace, Faith, Christ, Scriptures, and to Glory of God Alone. Several challenges are provided on how the church must anchor all missions and ministry to the Glory of God. Pray...
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"Sola Scriptura: Through the Word of God Alone," 2 Timothy 3:16-17
Recorded 10-12-2026 Pastor Larry Stephens delivers a message on the importance of the Word of God over church traditions. Although traditions are not inherently bad, when they oppose or contradict Scripture, they must be evaluated. How do we shield from toxic traditions and trust in Scripture...
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"In Christ Alone: Predestined for Good Works"
Recorded 10/04/2026 Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message from the sermon series on the Five Solas of the Reformation. In this sermon, Pastor Larry shares that Christ calls followers to salvation and that, in Christ alone, His people are predestined for good works. We Are Now Being Conformed to...
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"By Faith Alone: Sola Fide," Ephesians 2:8-9
Ephesians 2:8-9 “By Faith Alone” September 27, 2026 Faith From God is a Gift: We Do Not Have the Right to Boast This brand of “faith” that Paul uses in verse eight is the whole experience of salvation, including faith, such as salvation is a gift and not a reward. Salvation cannot be “of works”...
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"By God's Grace," Ephesians 2:1-7
Recorded 9/20/2026 Pastor Larry Stephens starts a 5-week series on the elements of salvation, beginning with "Grace Alone." Through Grace alone, we remember where God has brought us from. By grace, we are now alive and intentionally set for the Kingdom. What Does Knowing God’s Grace Teach Us?...
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"A Church United: Family Resemblances," Romans 12:3-8
Romans 12:3-8 “A Church United: Family Resemblances” September 13, 2026 A Church United Must Also Be Humble: A United Church Will Use Its Gifts: Paul is pleading with his brothers and sisters in Christ: present yourselves to God, sold out and to His service, like bringing a sacrifice to the…
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"Know Your Calling," Romans 10:12-13
Recorded 9/6/2026 Pastor Larry Stephens delivers a message reminding believers to know who they are in Christ Jesus. The letter of Romans may be the most important letter in human history. Pastor Larry challenges the church to proclaim the gospel message frequently and to affirm the assurance of...
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"Seeking Wisdom in Fellowship," James 5:13-20
Recorded 8/30/2026 Pastor Larry Stephens completes the sermon series through the Letter of James on "Seeking Wisdom." In James chapter 5, there is a challenge to pray, praise, and confess sins in gospel community. It is imperative for a church body to serve together, through hardships and good...
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"Seeking Wisdom Through Suffering," James 5:7-12
Pastor Larry continues the series through the Letter of James 5: 7-12 entitled "Seeking Wisdom Through Suffering." Two points for consideration: I. Long for Patience by Stabilizing Your Heart: II. Count Your Blessings
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"Seeking Wisdom in Contentment," James 5:1-6
Pastor Larry G. Stephens continues a sermon series through The Letter of James: James 5:1-6 “Seeking Wisdom in Contentment” August 16, 2026 I. The Riches of This World Will One Day Fade Away II. True Satisfaction in Christ Yields Worshipful Stewardship These verses will catalog the sins against...
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"Seeking Wisdom from Tomorrow," James 4:13-17
Recorded 8/9/26 Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message on examining motives. The question is, "What kind of legacy do you want to leave?" Examine the Atmosphere of Your Life Today: James writes the equivalent of “Come on Now," or “Consider carefully what you are saying.” There seem to be some...
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"Seeking Wisdom While Running From Worldliness," James 4:1-12
Run Away from Selfish Ambition (vss. 1-5): Submit Yourself to the Lord (vss. 6-12): Do you ever wonder why there are so many church divisions over trivial things? Do you ever wonder why people in church culture fight and quarrel over things that make no sense? James asks this, but then answers.…
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"Seeking Wisdom from Above, "James 3:13-18
James 3: 13-18 “Seeking Wisdom from Above July 26, 2026 Seeking Wisdom from Above While Separating from Jealousy and Selfishness Seeking Wisdom from Above and Bearing Good Fruit James hopes that everyone in the communities he speaks to will take his warnings about having the right kind of wisdom…
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"Seeking Wisdom in Taming the Tongue," James 3:1-12
Recorded 7-19-2026 Pastor Larry Stephens brings a sermon from James 3:1-12 on the importance of taming the tongue. I. Seeking Wisdom in Taming the Tongue: Evaluating Responsibilities to Truth (vss. 1-6): II. Seeking Wisdom in Taming the Tongue: Evaluating Consistency (vss. 7-12): What are some…
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"Seeking Wisdom in Faith, Works, and Justification," James 2:14-26
Recorded 7/12/2026 James 2: 14-26 “Seeking Wisdom in Works, Faith, and Justification." Seeking Wisdom in Faith and Works: Seeking Wisdom in Justification: By the power of God’s Spirit, you and I can cast away all sin of partiality and favoritism and look at all people the way God sees them, in…
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'"Who the Son Sets Free," John 8:1-36
Recorded 0/05/2026 Mark Conhran brings a message for John 8 on the freedom believers have in Christ Jesus. Our true independence is found in our dependence on Christ alone.
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"Seeking Wisdom in Ordination," James 2:1-13
Recorded for the ordination service of Eric Hudson, 06/28/2026 Pastor Larry Stephens issues a challenge from James 2:1-13 to seek wisdom in ordination with respect of persons and also in mercy. The ordination council both challenged and encouraged Eric to remain faithful to the ministry and...
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"Seeking Wisdom In Words, Deeds, and Worship
Recorded 6-21-2026 Pastor Larry brings a message from James 1:19-27 on the importance of living out your faith. So how do we pray: 1. Pray that we seek to know God more and to live it out. 2. Pray for God to help us to listen well and tame our temper. 3. Pray for the Lord to enable us to care for...
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"Seeking Wisdom in Times of Turmoil, Doubt, and Temptation," James 1:1-18
Recorded June 7, 2026 Pastor Larry Stephens begins a new sermon series through the Letter of James on "Seeking Wisdom." James 1:1-18, “Seeking Wisdom in Times of Turmoil, Doubt, and Temptation” I. Seeking Wisdom: In Times of Turmoil (vss. 1-5) II. Seeking Wisdom: In Times of Doubt (vss. 6-13)…
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II Timothy, "Equipped and Ready:" Youth Minister Eric Hudson
Recorded for Graduation Sunday, 5/31/2026 Youth Minister Eric Hudson brings a timely message to the graduating class of 2026 from II Timothy, chapters 1 and 2. Eric issued six challenges, not only for the graduates, but also for the whole body to consider. 2Ti 1:6 For this reason I remind you to...
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"The Worshipful Giver," II Corinthians 9:12-15
II Corinthians 9:12-15 “The Worshipful Giver” May 24, 2026 Pastor Larry Stephens The Worshipful Giver Will Bring Confession and Glory to God The Worshipful Giver Anticipates God’s Providence Paul composed this section of the epistle to remind the congregation of their commitment to support the...
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"The Thankful Giver," II Corinthians 9:10-11
Generosity Series: II Corinthians 9:10-11 “The Thankful Giver” Pastor Larry Stephens May 17th 2026 The reformers had a tenet that is helpful in regard to salvation, or anything pertaining to the Christian life, it is, Sola Deo Gloria, to the “glory of God Alone,” and that the only ambition we…
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"Mothers Who Pray," Genesis 25:21-24
Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message on the importance of families praying together. This message was preached on Mother's Day 2026, and also with a Child Dedication Service. From Genesis 25:21-24, Pastor Larry makes the points, I. The Family that Prays Together Stays Together (vss. 21-22) II....
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"The Hilarious Giver," II Corinthians 9:6-9
The Hilarious Giver Will Sow Bountifully The Hilarious Giver Will Be Fully Supplied, for Every Good Work Paul is mediating an offering to the Saints in Jerusalem who are experiencing poverty. Historically, poverty was a common condition in Jerusalem. In Acts, it is noted that some individuals had...
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James 1:22-25 (Youth Minister, Eric Hudson)
Youth Minister Eric Hudson delivers a message from James 1:22-25 on living out your faith. Recorded during morning worship, the challenge is to be doers of the Word and not just hearers. Jas 1:22 But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. Jas 1:23 For if anyone is a...
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"Generosity: The Willing Giver," II Corinthians 9:1-5
Pastor Larry begins a new sermon series on Generosity, based on II Corinthians chapter nine. Chapter Nine of II Corinthians discusses a relief offering that has been gathered, appearing as a letter embedded within a letter addressed to Christians in the cities of Achaia. The implication suggests...
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"A Resurrection Creed: Because He Lives," Pt. II, I Corinthians 15:1-8
Recorded 1/12/2026 Because He lives...… I. Hold Fast to the Risen Christ II. The Glorious Gospel is Proclaimed and Defended III. The Gospel is Obvious IV. He forgives and empowers us to forgive others
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“A Resurrection Creed: Because He Lives,” Pt. I. I Corinthians 15:1-8
Recorded on Easter Sunday, 04/05/2026 Pastor Larry brings the first part of a two-part series on the resurrection. I. Hold Fast to the Risen Christ II. The Glorious Gospel is Proclaimed and Defended 1. Jesus predicted His resurrection (Matt. 16:21; Mark 9:9-10; John 2:18-22). Mat 16:21 From that...
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"By Faith: Diligence, Patience, and Promise," Hebrews 11:1
Hebrews 11:1 “By Faith: Diligence, Patience and Promise” March 22nd 2026 Special Ministry Sunday. A more refined definition of faith is as follows: “Trust in God: Faith is fundamentally about trust in God and His promises. It is the means by which believers come to God, relying on His character…
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"Do Your Best," Titus 3:1-15
Titus 3:1-15 “Do You Best…” 03/15/2026 Even people whose sins have been forgiven and are living for Christ can sometimes have misplaced anger that boils over from time to time. Just because we are redeemed doesn’t mean that we are perfectly mature in our walk with Jesus. Even though sometimes the...
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"Discipling Men and Women," Titus 2:1-15
Titus 2: 1-15 “Discipling Men and Women” 03/08/2026 Application: There are five areas of discipleship that Paul focuses on. Older men, older women, younger women, young men, and servants. How does Paul instruct on discipling each of these groups? Remember, the object is to equip men and women…
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"The Order of Elders," Titus 1:1-16
Titus 1:1-16 “The Order of Elders” 03/01/2026 Application: • Much of Timothy and Titus carries the same themes; in fact, if you were to align chronologically, I Timothy was composed first, followed by Titus, and subsequently II Timothy. Titus was left in the Mediterranean island of Crete to act…
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"The Need for Community," II Timothy 4:9-22
Recorded 2-22-202 II Timothy 4:9-22 The Need for Community Pastor Larry finished preaching a series on the letters to Timothy. Listen and be challenged to enjoy the church community the Lord has placed you in. I. The Need for Community in Times of Joy and Sadness: II. The Need for Community is…
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"Finishing Well," II Timothy 4:1-8
II Timothy 4:1-8 “Finishing Well” 2/15/2026 Application: Sometimes, it is very difficult to hear the truth; it’s even more difficult to live it out. To finish well means the follower of Christ must proclaim God’s truth through scripture. Like the workman Paul spoke of earlier, we all have a level...
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"Equipped for Good Work," II Timothy 3:10-17
II Timothy 3:10-17 “Equipped for Good Work” 2/8/2026 Application: The purpose of the workman of Christ is to demonstrate a single-minded commitment to the Lord Jesus. There must be a single-minded purpose within the body of Christ, a purpose, a drive, a mission, a unity. If we can’t relate to...
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"Foul and Fresh Fruit," II Timothy 3:1-9
Recorded for 02-02-26 Morning Worship Application and Prayer Points: Application: The listing of rotten characteristics listed II Tim 3 are characteristics that must not be named among the church. These are characteristics of the unregenerate. These rotten characteristics reflect the world we…
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"The Be Unashamed," II Timothy 2:13-26
Recorded for 01/25/2026 Morning Worship. II Timothy 2:14-26 To Be Unashamed Application and Prayer Points: Application: To Be Unashamed Will Produce The Approved Worker. To serve Jesus with all you have, but He is worth it; you remind them (followers of Jesus) of these truths. There is a right…
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"The Foundation of Discipleship," II Timothy 2:1-13
Recorded 1/18/2026 Pastor Larry Stephens continues the sermon series through II Timothy. This week, Pastor Larry highlights four disciplines illustrated by the apostle Paul for effective discipleship and disciple-making. Application: A faithful teacher takes the time to ensure the lesson is…
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"Contrasting Doctrines," II Timothy 1:13-18
Recorded 1/11/2026 Reverend Thomas Barber continues in the sermon series through the second letter of Timothy. He issues a challenge to pass down and guard sound doctrine and to encourage those who suffer for the sake of the gospel. Application: As a church, we are always reforming (semper...
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"Protect the Treasure," II Timothy 1:1-12
Recorded 01/04/2026 Pastor Larry Stephens returns to the sermon series on Timothy and Titus. II Timothy 1:1-12 “Protecting The Treasure.” Application and Prayer Points: Application: “Who are you discipling?” By the end of this journey through II Timothy, I hope you can identify someone in your…
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I Corinithans 5:17
Recorded 12/28/2025 Pastor Larry Stephens delivers the last message of 2025 with a challenge involving sanctification. 2Co 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. Discipleship Reflection: New Year's Steps Toward...
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"Joy Unspeakable," Hebrews 12:1-2
Recorded 12/14/2025 Pastor Larry Stephens brings the joy of the cross that Christ endured for sinners. 12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set...
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"Peace Through Emmanuel," Matthew 1:23
Recorded December 7, 2025 Pastor Larry brings a message in the peace that only comes through Jesus.
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"Thankful for Humble Teachers," I Timothy 6:1-21
Recorded 11/30/2025 Pastor Larry Stephens wraps the first part of this sermon series. Finishing out I Timothy 6, a few challenges were: 1. Whatever your vocation, serve unto the Lord. 2. Exalt Jesus and Strive for Godliness. 3. Focus on God’s Sovereignty to Avoid Falsehoods. 4. Be Content and...
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"Thankful for Church Leaders," I Timothy 5:17-25
Recorded 11-23-2025 Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message from I Timothy 5:17-25 entitled, "Faithful for Church Leaders" I. Express Thankfulness for Leaders and Care for Them II. Leaders, Take Care of Yourself Discipleship Reflection: "How do we show thankfulness to leaders?" 1. Honor their…
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Foundations for the Christian Faith, Angels and Humanity
Recorded on 11-12 & 19-2025
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"Thankful for Church Family," I Timothy 5:1-16
Recorded 11/16/2025 Pastor Larry Stephens brings a message on the importance of church family and how to attend to those who are genuinely in need. Discipleship reflection: In what ways should we be Thankful for the church family? 1. A Bible Believing Church. 2. A Community Engaging Church. 3. A...
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"Thankful for Faithful Servants," I Timothy 4:6-16
Recorded 11-09-2025 Pastor Larry Stephens brings a sermon on faithful servants and the importance of upholding truth and serving the Lord with right and worshipful motives.
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"Foundations for the Christian Faith," Special Revelation: "The Word of God and the Sufficiency of Scripture."
Join Pastor Larry Stephens and Highland Baptist in a mid-week series on "Foundations for the Christian Faith." This week's episode covers the topic of Special Revelation. More specifically, can we trust the Bible, and how unique is the Bible compared to other works of antiquity? Join us in person...
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"Received With Thanksgiving," I Timothy 4:1-5
Recorded 11/02/2025 Pastor Larry Stephens delivers a sermon to kick off a season of thanksgiving. According to 1 Timothy 4:1-5, the apostle Paul calls out those teaching the doctrine of devils. I. Thankful the Spirit of God Reveals Truth II. Thankful for the Good Things God Created Discipleship...
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HOME | Highland Baptist Church, Raleigh, NC
Pastor Larry G. Stephens
Sunday Mornings: Bible Study- 9:00 am, Morning Worship-10:00
Wednesday- Bible Study at 6:00 pm
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