Motivational Messages/Speeches

“Giving an account” message by Tim H Mills from the Book of Acts

Recorded May 9, 2017 at the First Presbyterian Church in Harlan Kentucky.

Message by Brother Philip Lotspeich, Presbyter of Transylvania

Rev Philip Lotspeich is the Presbyter of the Transviaian Presbytery. He came to the First Presbyterian Church of Harlan to share and lead us in worship.

Choir Music by the First Presbyterian Harlan

Listen and enjoy the choir of the First Presbyterian Church of Harlan.

John 3:1-17 “In search of the true meaning of life”

This sermon was recorded in March 2017. The story of Nicodemus from John 3: Jesus came with purpose as directed by His Heavenly Father. You and I have purpose too.

John 9: “A personal relationship with Jesus is the Answer”

This sermon was recorded in March 2017

“Get up and don’t be afraid”

Be a disciple and follow Him.

“The blood will never lose its power” music by Tim H Mills and Shannon Bunch

The shed blood of Jesus Christ is the power by which each Christian walks day by day.

“Pass me not” music by Tim H Mills and Shannon Bunch

Thoughts of my great-grandfather come to my mind each time I sing this song. His story of coming to Jesus was one in which ask Jesus to hear his cry and call. For him, he was sitting on a wagon in the barn when he knew his hour of decision had come. Stinking Creek in Knox County Ky at Mills, Ky will always be home. Shannon and I sing duet on this hymn.

“It is Well with my soul”. music by Tim H Mills and Shannon Bunch

Sung at many a funeral and tragic hour. It is well with my soul is more than a hymn. It is a personal statement of Christian faith.

“Just a closer walk with thee” music by Tim H Mills and Shannon Bunch

Music of my childhood and that of my father too. His favorite hymn. Dedicated to James Ernest Mills Sr.

“What a day that will be” music by Tim H Mills and Shannon Bunch

Another great old hymn, “What a day that will be”. I’ve heard many a shout of praise during the singing of this hymn in the country churches that sit in the Hill of southeastern Kentucky. One of my favorites.

“Never grow old” music by Tim H Mills & Shannon Bunch

Shannon Bunch playing the piano and singing verses with me as we sing together a great hymn from the old red hymnal. A song sung in all our old mountain churches.

“The Longer I Serve Him” music by Tim H Mills & Shannon Bunch

Dedicated to my mother, Bernadine Mills, on this Mother’s Day 2018. Training up a child in the way they should go is a fundamental discipline to parenting. I salute my mother for her training and teaching me the Christian Faith. The song comes from the musical vault of a collection of hymns and solo’s from my experience and walk of faith. Shannon Bunch not only is playing the piano but providing harmony for the recording.

“Without Him” music by Tim H Mills & Shannon Bunch

Not sure where your strength comes from but it is faith that provides me all I need. This recording was discovered in the music vault of unpublished songs of our personal testimony. It is our prayer you will discover through faith courage for whatever days you are facing.

Shackled by a heavy burden - Music by Tim H Mills & Shannon Bunch

From the music archives this recording was discovered. Me singing one of the very first songs from my music ministry days with my dear friend Shannon Bunch on the piano. There is nothing like making music together with Shannon and nothing like singing my personal thanks to God for touching my life.

A misunderstanding for some....yet others believed

The Temple had been in a remodeling phase for 46 years and it still wasn’t complete. The Jews totally misunderstood what Jesus was talking about when He said “destroy the temple and in 3 days I’ll build it again”. They could not imagine such...especially since they had been rebuilding the past 46 years. A MISUNDERSTANDING totally. Yet while some people were totally confused by the words of Jesus, still others believed. We must be careful when listening to Jesus to make sure we don’t add our pers...

Teacher and Student. The greatest relationship!

Fried Chicken....serve or be served.

Hypocrisy is one subject that is easy to talk about, especially when we are pointing out that others are hypocrites. How fried Chicken becomes a part of the conversation is one that will require you to listen to the message and find out.

Eagle Scout Story Miller - Honor Court Boy Scouts Harlan, Ky Troop 149

The First Presbyterian Church in Harlan, Ky., hosted the Honor Court Ceremony for Story Miller as he was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout. Story’s project was one that includes interviews, videos and music. He captured the music of the City of Harlan by interviews with church organist of Harlan Christian, First United Methodist, Harlan Baptist, Christ Epispocal and The First Presbyterian Church. All who played their organs and shared the history and uniqueness of their instruments. The Pipe Organ...

Taxes to the government so what is reasonable to God?

Jesus was asked about taxes in Matthew 22:15-22 and his response was give to the government that which is required and give unto God what is His. The question we are left asking is what does God require?

130th Anniversary First Presbyterian Harlan

Founded in October 1887, on October 15, 2017 The First Presbyterian Church congregation, family, friends, former minister and former members all gathered to celebrate the churches impact and history.

Wedding Ceremony of Billy Baird & Linda Welch

This service highlights the individual decisions by Linda Welch and Billy Baird to unite as husband and wife. The ceremony took place at the First Baptist Church of Cheona in Bell County, Kentucky.

Cornerstone....are you rejecting or building upon?

The Bible in Matthew 21:33-46 tells is a parable Jesus shared about a landowner who had rented out his fields for planting. The story leads to Jesus talking about a cornerstone that the builders rejected. You and I have a choice. We can pray to join God in His work or He has the option to take away the harvest because of our lack of production.

One son says YES. One son says NO. Which is a good son?

So a question was asked of Jesus and He decided to only answer their question if they would answer His. Then he shared the Parable of Two Sons. One son said no to the fathers request. The other son said yes. Which son would you say was a good son? The answer is not complicated, but it is challenging. What happens when we say NO to Jesus? What happens when we say YES? The answer can be complicated but not so complicated if the words NO or YES are a combination of words and action....

Funeral Joseph T Ledford

'Joe Tom' Ledford was a friend to many, a husband to Gail, a father to his sons Dane and Mark. His grandchildren loved him and on September 10, 2017 his family, friends and church gathered to celebrate his life. This service was held at the First Presbyterian Church of Harlan during the 10:45am regular Sunday worship hour. The church choir provided special music and church pastor, Rev Tim H Mills presided over the service.

Jesus learning......learn about that moment.

Here are two questions: Did anyone on earth teach Jesus anything? Did Jesus ever change His mind? This message will be a teacher and we are her students. Troubling passages of scripture still must be addressed so we can 'learn'. Challenging situations we will face in life and our response might very well need to be that we change our position. Let's look to Jesus for our lesson and answer the first two questions.

Weeds...it's in the Bible.

Yes, weeds are mentioned in the Bible. Learn God's plan and our life experiences as we plant, grow and harvest.

What Price? What Understanding?

What understanding must we have to be a positive follower of Jesus in order to keep pushing on. Understanding the people we will meet as we tell others about Jesus is a must so we don't become discouraged.

Funeral Service Kathy Jean Harbin

Kathy Jean Harbin, age 62, passed away Monday, July 10th, 2017, at the Middlesboro ARH. She was born in Salina, Kansas, on December 18, 1954, and was the daughter of the late Billy E. Harbin Sr. and Muriel Calloway Harbin, who survives. In addition to her father, she is preceded in death by her grandparents: Virgil and Ellen Harbin and Richard and Alpha Calloway. Kathy was a devoted daughter, sister, aunt and friend to many. She enjoyed reading books and was an avid crocheter. Kathy was very pas...

Funeral Navy Veteran Meredith James Miller

Meredith James Miller, 68 of Arjay, passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at his home. James was born on August 18, 1948, and was a son of the late Ernest and Troy Brummett Miller. He believed in the Pentecostal faith and had worked as a Coal Miner, spending most of his career with the Great Western Coal Company and the James River Coal Company. James was also Vietnam Veteran, having proudly served his country in the United States Navy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by h...