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It is our hope that you and those around you will fully encounter God’s love in a life-impacting way through the people, messages, sermons, and experiences of Hill Country Bible Church. No matter who you are, where you’ve been, or what you’re going through, Hill Country is a place where you can start your journey with Christ and others. Find us @hcbcaustin or hcbc.com

Hill Country Bible Church


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    For Your Kids — Give to Your Family

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 38:01


    Do you genuinely believe God is good and generous in His provision for you, or do you quietly assume He's either disappointed or controlling about your finances? Wherever you land on this, the Bible tells us that God is generous and a provider; therefore, we can be generous. NEXT STEPS  Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover  ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH  Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Restored

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 34:10


    In 1 Corinthians 6:7, Paul says it's better to be wronged than to cause division in the church. While this response might not be easy, it's certainly Christlike. And this reaction can actually lead to healing and peace in relationships.NEXT STEPS  Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover  ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH  Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Honesty

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 37:59


    We explore how truth—objective, grounded, and spoken with care—is essential to building meaningful relationships in a culture shaped by spin and self-preservation. As followers of Jesus, we speak truth with love, receive it with humility, and model the integrity found in His character. In a world where honesty often gives way to impulse or bias, we become people who reflect the truth of God for the sake of a stronger "we.”NEXT STEPS  Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover  ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH  Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Self(less)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 40:19


    We are the most isolated generation of Americans to live, which is not how God intended us to do life.  So today, we'll take a look at one way that can change how we live — selflessness. The act of being selfless builds; it doesn't diminish.  And it actually fosters empathy for others, and more awareness of Jesus.  NEXT STEPS  Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover  ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH  Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Trials

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 42:21


    Jesus endured many trials to both establish His innocence and legitimize our forgiveness. This week, we were encouraged to accept Jesus' forgiveness because left alone guilt can negatively impact our well-being and our life.  And that's not how God wants us to live. NEXT STEPS  Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover  ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH  Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Begin Final Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 33:51


    When you consider the reality of the cross, how does it hit you as your consider your own faith in Jesus?NEXT STEPS  Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover  ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH  Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    How God Responds

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 38:22


    This week, we take a look at the parable of the Prodigal Son. One of the takeaways from the parable is that sometimes our sinful lifestyle keeps us from God the father, but sometimes our own sense of moral goodness keeps us from God. Jesus says they are both wrong. It is only those who know they need the grace of God that can be saved.NEXT STEPS  Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover  ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH  Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Who Will Respond| Hill Country Bible Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 45:21


    NEXT STEPS  Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover  ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH  Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Depend On God

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 46:04


    This week, we look at what saying what we believe matters. It makes our faith concrete. And to take it one step further, actually acting on what we believe does wonders. It transforms our faith into something more resilient. NEXT STEPS Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Send Out 72 Witnesses

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 40:29


    This week, we see that God provides before and as we follow. So, consider how you can humble yourself enough that regardless of what you see around, you chose to jump in the game rather than sitting on the sidelines..   NEXT STEPS  Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover  ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH  Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    On His Death

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 40:50


    This week, we look at what it means to “take up your cross” and truly live your life for Jesus. It often starts with a growing picture of Jesus and more of your life shared with Jesus. NEXT STEPS Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Three Steps to Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 43:22


    This week, we look at three steps to life: Jesus is Lord, Live Jesus' Values, and Your Life Will Stand. Does your life reflect these principles?  And, if not, what adjustments can you make?NEXT STEPS  Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover  ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH  Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Jesus Offers Forgiveness | Hill Country Bible Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 37:18


    NEXT STEPS  Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover  ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH  Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Jesus Offers Freedom

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 41:36


    There's good news in that Jesus has come to offer spiritual freedom, and he has come for those who admit their spiritual need. This is all of us. In light of this, how do you respond?NEXT STEPS  Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover  ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH  Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Jesus' Birth

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 39:32


    Luke is intentional to balance the credible with the incredible. What is it that God needs to show you to act in faith, and how will that influence you moving forward? NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    John's Birth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 38:58


    Luke 2, which is set in the real world, primarily focuses on John the Baptist and Jesus. We see that Jesus was sent by God to save the world, and John was sent by God to reach the world around him. NEXT STEPS Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Overview of Luke

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 37:49


    God has a plan, for which he makes promises. And He fulfills those promises through people. But, as we've all likely experienced, God doesn't always work the way we expect, so He looks for faith. NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Less Self, More God

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 39:43


    Fasting has many benefits, one of which is that it allows space for Jesus to grow. Also, in a culture or circumstance that aims to crush your courage, fasting actually adds strength and reliance on God. Consider how you can create room for Jesus to grow in your life by both praying and fasting. NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Like Your Life Depends on It

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 34:27


    Christian fasting — voluntarily abstaining from food for spiritual purposes — can have many positive expressions and outcomes. Among them are an expression of our worship and hunger for God, a strengthening of prayer, repentance and return to God, seeking God's guidance, and a longing for Christ's return. NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    The Beatitudes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 39:43


    The Beatitudes are a series of blessings that Jesus taught in the Sermon on the Mount in the Gospel of Matthew. When you consider your blessings in life, remember that to be truly blessed is to live in a state of closeness with God because He is the blessing. NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Advent | Week 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 42:38


    We tend to imitate influential people in our life. When you think of imitating Jesus, consider that it starts with God-gifted compassion, it's built on faith-filled service, and it leads to heaven-sourced miracles. NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Advent | Week 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 38:07


    Immanuel is always present and working despite the messiness of life, as He desires to be near to us. As you consider your own life, what are the things that prevent you from feeling close to Him, and what things that foster closeness and connection? NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Advent | Week 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 36:18


    Immanuel means God with us. God is transcendent, meaning He is above all things.  And He is immanent or near all things. Do these truths comfort or challenge you, and in what ways? NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Godliness

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 33:50


    NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Steadfast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 34:54


    How steadfast — or in other words, enduring and patient — are you in your walk with God? When you're steadfast you make the repeated decision to wait for good because you trust that you're anchored to something bigger than yourself; something eternal.   NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Knowledge & Self-Control

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 51:25


    Do you ever struggle with self-control? Most of us do, which is why it's important to stay connected to God, learn and lean into Scripture, and increase our knowledge of how we can and why we should practice self-control in our lives.   NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Overview & Virtue

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 40:36


    It's important to root yourself in Jesus, as this will develop character.  Character comes for the person of Jesus, and it develops from knowing and following Him over time. NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Practice of Sabbath

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 44:11


    Our society presents many challenges that make healthy rhythms of rest difficult. However, rest is important. Jesus modeled rest for us, and it has implications for our discipleship. Moving forward in your life, how can you establish a weekly habit of rest that allows you to recharge your soul and delight in God. NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    We Need Rest

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 43:16


    Are you good at resting, taking a break, truly enjoying a sabbath? In our culture, it can be difficult to slow down and unplug, but it's necessary.  Because we need rest to grow in our joy in God and to grow our faith, and this kind of rest is found only in Jesus. NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    The Road Ahead

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 42:20


    Today, with excitement and expectation, we're going to take a look at the road ahead for Hill Country Bible Church. NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Made for Relationship

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 40:54


    Discipleship happens in relationship. Ephesians tells us we are made for relationship, our lives are shaped through those relationships, and we shepherd (disciple) others through relationship. NEXT STEPS Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Growing: Biblical Knowledge

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 40:05


    Discipleship is the lifelong process of becoming more like Jesus. Through discipleship, we can prepare people to know their missional world, develop their spiritual habits, and build biblical knowledge. NEXT STEPS Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Deepening: Spiritual Habits

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 38:32


    Spiritual habits, such as praying, fasting, and worshipping, connect us to Jesus. Yet, the busyness of life can sometimes drain our affection or enthusiasm for spiritual habits. As we see in John 15, Jesus is the vine and we are the branch. Considering this, how can you practice staying connected to Him and deepening your spiritual habits? NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Evangelism

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 40:27


    How evangelistic are you among your “oikos” — your relationship sphere of influence? First, consider who's in your oikos. Then begin to pray for these people and intentionally plant gospel seeds, such as welcoming new people in your neighborhood and living your life in a Christ-like way. NEXT STEPS Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Strong Influence

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 36:03


    In this political season, we can seek to influence the culture for good, in part, by praying for and seeking shalom (or peace). NEXT STEPS Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Strong Mind

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 44:47


    In this political season, be careful and mindful about how you spend your time. Specifically, consider how much time you spend with media vs. with God. Now, and always, it's important to guard your heart and mind. NEXT STEPS Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Strong Witness

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 41:51


    As you navigate this political season, remember that as a follower of Jesus, you are a witness for Him. And that means that you should speak truth and speak it in love. Love is the crucial element in how you should seek to engage.   NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Strong Discipleship

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 41:46


    In the Bible, Jesus defined Himself as a king not attached to any earthly kingdom. If you follow Jesus in this line of thinking, consider that kingdom people should create kingdom influence in kingdom ways. How can you do this during this election season? NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Great Adventure Celebration Sunday

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 30:49


    God moved boldly during this summer's Great Adventure — a series of summer events and activities for everyone to grow spiritually and share the good news of Jesus in our community and around the world. Today, we're going to celebrate all the life-change that happened from children to adults, as they took part in the summer of a lifetime. NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Jesus First Over All Legacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 31:15


    In Colossians 4, we see that Tychicus was an encourager for the gospel and Onesimus was a follower of the gospel. In both cases, giving your life to ministry gains more than it gives. This week, consider Tychicus and think about who you can encourage. NEXT STEPS Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Persevering with Jesus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 41:12


    In Colossians 4, we see that we're called to persevere in praying, asking for prayer, and sharing Jesus. Consider which of these areas you're doing well and which you could improve and then focus on that area this week, inviting others in to support and encourage you.   NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Jesus First Over All Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 36:41


    In Colossians 3, we see a move from commands for the home to commands for the workplace. Is it easy for you to see the work environment as a place where God has influence? Scripture says that work can reflect God's created order and intended heart. So, consider this in the workplace: Do good work; value people. NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Jesus First Over My Heart

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 40:28


    An epistle, such as Colossians, has doctrine, application, and personal touches. As we see in Colossians 3:12-17, Paul is explaining not only to avoid empty philosophy and powerless arguments, he begins to articulate what specific things a Christian should do to push back against the wisdom of the age. And verse 17 teaches that no matter what your lot in life, live it as if Jesus had asked you for it. NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Jesus Above All Identities

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 43:29


    When Jesus is at the center of your life, your true identity is revealed. And, while sin is still in your story, it's no longer who you are. As we read in Colossians 3:9, “…  seeing that you have put off the old self with its practices and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator.” NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Jesus First Over All Desires

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 43:21


    Since we've been given new life in Jesus, we cultivate that new life by seeking and setting our minds on heavenly things, instead of earthly things. The world tries to tell us what we should be seeking to better ourselves. Being focused on things above actually puts us in the best position to have the most impactful life here on earth. NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Jesus First Over Wisdom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 40:54


    In Colossians, Paul asserts that the gospel is sufficient to answer to the culture around us. While this is true, does it actually feel sufficient to you as a response to the pressure and content of the world? Consider this: since pulling away from world views will cause push back, it's important to continuously lean in to and promote the gospel. NEXT STEPS Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    To the Church at Colossae

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 39:34


    This first message in the series, Colossians, takes a look at the goals of a book study — get confident to read on your own and know the book. We see in Colossians 1 that God is the creator of all things, good and bad, so we should lean in and pray for all situations.   NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    The God-led Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 42:07


    God often interrupts you to lead you. Considering this, do you listen for, respond to, and interact with Him? Wherever you are in this, as you move forward, be attentive and responsive to His nudges — the sudden, deep-down sense that God wants you to do something inconvenient for Him. NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Jesus First Over Hardships

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 37:32


    In Colossians, we see that Paul struggles for the Gospel like Jesus suffered for the Gospel. In other words, he labors because he is convinced that the Gospel is sufficient because Jesus is preeminent . And he believes that you have to let go of the things you believe are wisdom and knowledge to make room for Jesus. NEXT STEPS Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Singleness

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 39:40


    We read in the Bible that Paul thinks it can be a very good thing for a Christian to not marry. He shifts the calling to invest your life in a mate into investing your life into others in a church. Consider what good and fulfillment can come from a single person investing in others. We also see that whether a person is married or single, they are created for relationship. NEXT STEPS   Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover   ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH   Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online.  CONNECT WITH US!   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

    Best Marriage Ever

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 45:43


    We are created for relationship at the expense of ourselves. Marriage is one of those relationships that is massively meaningful, revealing the depths of relational sacrifice and selflessness. Consider how marriage calls us to give of ourselves wholly, reflecting the selfless love Christ has for His church. And, when we reflect Christ's love, our marriage is better. NEXT STEPS Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://www.hcbc.com/discover ABOUT HILL COUNTRY BIBLE CHURCH Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Hill Country Bible Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at one of our locations locally, or globally online. CONNECT WITH US! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBCAustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hcbcaustin/

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