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The Wedding at Cana: A Story of God's Extravagant Grace
In John chapter 2, we find a powerful story that reveals Jesus' first public miracle and demonstrates God's abundant grace. This familiar...

Sam Wadsworth
May 132 min read
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Hospitality and Zacchaeus
I’ve often reflected on the story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19 because it speaks to the heart of what we do at Heritage. We want to help...

John Joiner
May 62 min read
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What Will You Do With Jesus?
The question that stands above all others in our lives is this: "What will you do with the man called Jesus?" First asked by Pilate over...

John Joiner
Apr 242 min read
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Palm Sunday
At Heritage, we talk a lot about discovering and deepening our faith in Jesus, and Palm Sunday gives us the perfect opportunity to do...

John Joiner
Apr 152 min read
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Learning from Lazarus
Life often presents moments when we have to release control and trust in something greater than ourselves. Much like rappelling down a...

John Joiner
Apr 83 min read
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FOR Life
This week’s blog looks a lot different. That’s because I want to begin by acknowledging something important: I have no authority to...

John Joiner
Mar 252 min read
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Understanding What It Means to Be Born Again
In John chapter 3, we read about a powerful encounter between Jesus and Nicodemus, a Pharisee and member of the Jewish ruling council....

John Joiner
Mar 173 min read
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Overcoming Temptation: Lessons from Jesus in the Wilderness
Temptation is something we all face. Whether it’s a small compromise or a major battle, we know the struggle is real. And if you’re...

John Joiner
Mar 113 min read
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Lessons from John the Baptist's Journey
Following Jesus for the right reasons isn’t always easy. I know I’ve had times when I’ve focused on the benefits of faith rather than the...

John Joiner
Feb 243 min read
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Finding Hope in the Book of Ruth: A Story of Love, Loyalty, and Redemption
The Book of Ruth, though small, contains one of Scripture's most powerful stories of love, loyalty, and redemption. Set during the dark...

Scot Jones
Feb 182 min read
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The Biblical Importance of Christian Community and Connection
Living in isolation as a Christian goes against God's design for His people. We were created for community and relationship, as...

Scot Jones
Feb 102 min read
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Connecting: Lessons from Jesus’ Final Night
One of the most powerful nights in human history was Jesus’ final night with His disciples. He knew the cross was ahead, yet instead of...

John Joiner
Feb 53 min read
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Keeping in Step with the Spirit: The Daily Battle
Have you ever felt like you’re being pulled in two directions at once? At Heritage Church, we talk often about how this tension impacts...

John Joiner
Jan 223 min read
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Keeping in Step with the Spirit: Finding Freedom Through Service and Love
As I reflect on Paul’s words in Galatians 5:13-15, I’m reminded of how easily we can misunderstand what freedom in Christ truly means....

John Joiner
Jan 152 min read
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Keeping in Step with the Spirit: Discovering Abundant Life in Christ
Life can sometimes feel like trying to assemble one of those massive LEGO sets without the instruction booklet. You fumble with the...

John Joiner
Jan 72 min read
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The Word Became Flesh
Christmas is a season filled with joy, lights, and the warmth of togetherness, but it’s so much more than traditions or decorations. At...

John Joiner
Dec 30, 20243 min read
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Advent: Gift of Love
Christmas is this week! It’s so hard to believe we are already here. I find myself reflecting on the fourth week of Advent, a time...

John Joiner
Dec 23, 20243 min read
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Finding True Joy in the Midst of Chaos
The holidays are supposed to be a time of peace, joy, and celebration, but let’s be honest—sometimes it feels like the opposite. Between...

John Joiner
Dec 16, 20243 min read
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Understanding True Peace: A Reflection on Advent
As we move deeper into the Advent season, I’ve been reflecting a lot on what it means to experience peace. Honestly, the holidays can...

John Joiner
Dec 10, 20243 min read
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Finding Hope in the Unexpected: Lessons from Mary and Joseph
Advent is a time of anticipation, reflection, and preparation—a season where we remind ourselves of the HOPE that came into the world...

John Joiner
Dec 3, 20242 min read
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