What Matters Most

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17; Luke 10:38-42Sermon Series: On the Road to RealnessIn this series, we’ll examine 9 common designs or types of personalities found in God’s people, each one offering its own road toward maturity, healthy relationships, and deep spirituality. Join us as we discover who God made you to be, how he’s wired the ones you love the most, and the different roads you can walk toward realness: that is, knowing exactly who we are and how to dive deep into his plan fo...

Scripture: Psalm 86:5; Luke 15:25-32Sermon Series: On the Road to RealnessIn this series, we’ll examine 9 common designs or types of personalities found in God’s people, each one offering its own road toward maturity, healthy relationships, and deep spirituality. Join us as we discover who God made you to be, how he’s wired the ones you love the most, and the different roads you can walk toward realness: that is, knowing exactly who we are and how to dive deep into his plan for yo...

Series: The Church UnabridgedAt St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.

Series: God Made ManAt St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.

Series: God Made ManAt St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.

Series: God Made ManAt St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.

Series: God Made ManAt St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.

Verses: Romans 12:14; 2 Cor. 5:16-20Series: Next Level NeighboringThere’s more to being a good neighbor than simply not being a jerk. Sure, keeping your lawn mowed and your music down is a good start. But there’s so much more to being a great neighbor than being nice--especially if you’re a follower of Jesus. He calls those who bear his name to take their love of other to a whole ‘nother level.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Ch...

Scripture: Romans 12:9-13; Luke 5:27-32; Acts 16:33-34Sermon Series: Next Level NeighboringThere’s more to being a good neighbor than simply not being a jerk. Sure, keeping your lawn mowed and your music down is a good start. But there’s so much more to being a great neighbor than being nice--especially if you’re a follower of Jesus. He calls those who bear his name to take their love of other to a whole ‘nother level.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and...

Scripture: Luke 5:12-16Sermon Series: How to AdultAdulthood doesn’t come with an instruction manual. Through trial and error and the example of others, we’re largely left to just figure it out. Some days we are hitting our stride and other days, well, we are making a mess of things. Through it all, we find ourselves in a culture that offers increasingly fewer cues for what it means to flourish and to live faithfully told simply to "chase our dreams," to "follow our passions” and not hur...

Scripture: Mark 9:2-4, 7-8Sermon Series: How to AdultAdulthood doesn’t come with an instruction manual. Through trial and error and the example of others, we’re largely left to just figure it out. Some days we are hitting our stride and other days, well, we are making a mess of things. Through it all, we find ourselves in a culture that offers increasingly fewer cues for what it means to flourish and to live faithfully told simply to "chase our dreams," to "follow our passions” and not ...

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46Sermon Series: How to AdultAdulthood doesn’t come with an instruction manual. Through trial and error and the example of others, we’re largely left to just figure it out. Some days we are hitting our stride and other days, well, we are making a mess of things. Through it all, we find ourselves in a culture that offers increasingly fewer cues for what it means to flourish and to live faithfully told simply to "chase our dreams," to "follow our passions” and not...

Scripture: John 6:27Sermon Series: How to AdultAdulthood doesn’t come with an instruction manual. Through trial and error and the example of others, we’re largely left to just figure it out. Some days we are hitting our stride and other days, well, we are making a mess of things. Through it all, we find ourselves in a culture that offers increasingly fewer cues for what it means to flourish and to live faithfully told simply to "chase our dreams," to "follow our passions” and not hurt a...

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26Series: Free to BeThe Christian faith is different. It’s different from every other religion in that it gives you no list of rules to follow, no particular lifestyle to adopt in order to be “in.” It simply tells you that “it is finished” and then sets you free.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for W...

Scripture: Galatians 1:3-12Sermon Series: Free to BeThe Christian faith is different. It’s different from every other religion in that it gives you no list of rules to follow, no particular lifestyle to adopt in order to be “in.” It simply tells you that “it is finished” and then sets you free.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM...

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9Sermon Series: Why Christian?“Does Christianity make sense?” Have you ever asked that question? Surprisingly, many ardent unbelievers and devoted, lifelong followers have never wrestled with that question. In this series, we will examine a handful of arguments, in favor of faith in Christ and of the Christian worldview in general, and respectfully contrasting them with other ideologies.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that thr...

Scripture: John 9:1-7; Job 1:13-22Sermon Series: Why Christian?“Does Christianity make sense?” Have you ever asked that question? Surprisingly, many ardent unbelievers and devoted, lifelong followers have never wrestled with that question. In this series, we will examine a handful of arguments, in favor of faith in Christ and of the Christian worldview in general, and respectfully contrasting them with other ideologies.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God an...

Scripture: Romans 5:3-5Series: Better Than BeforeBad things happen. We can’t control when bad things hit us, but we can control how we respond. And guided by faith, it’s possible to come out on the other side of struggle stronger than when it started. In this series we’ll study God’s Word to see how he uses difficulty to shape and enrich our lives and how we can respond to struggle in a way that leads to lessons learned, skills attained, and a faith that’s deepened.At St. Mark Hou...

Scripture: Romans 5:3-5Series: Better Than BeforeBad things happen. We can’t control when bad things hit us, but we can control how we respond. And guided by faith, it’s possible to come out on the other side of struggle stronger than when it started. In this series we’ll study God’s Word to see how he uses difficulty to shape and enrich our lives and how we can respond to struggle in a way that leads to lessons learned, skills attained, and a faith that’s deepened.At St. Mark Hou...

From the sermon series Why Do We Do That?At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and...

At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web...

At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web...

Scripture: Daniel 3:17-18Series: OriginsThe origins of the Christian faith are made up of epic stories, stories of great faith, and even greater grace. Tune in as we hear these familiar stories in a fresh way, and see how each one points powerfully to the person and work of Jesus Christ.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Wo...

Scripture: Genesis 6:13-14a; 17-19, 22Series: OriginsThe origins of the Christian faith are made up of epic stories, stories of great faith, and even greater grace. Tune in as we hear these familiar stories in a fresh way, and see how each one points powerfully to the person and work of Jesus Christ.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10...

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:2-5Series: OriginsThe origins of the Christian faith are made up of epic stories, stories of great faith, and even greater grace. Tune in as we hear these familiar stories in a fresh way, and see how each one points powerfully to the person and work of Jesus Christ.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for W...

Scripture: Joshua 2:9-10a; 11-13Series: OriginsThe origins of the Christian faith are made up of epic stories, stories of great faith, and even greater grace. Tune in as we hear these familiar stories in a fresh way, and see how each one points powerfully to the person and work of Jesus Christ.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM...

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3Series: OriginsThe origins of the Christian faith are made up of epic stories, stories of great faith, and even greater grace. Tune in as we hear these familiar stories in a fresh way, and see how each one points powerfully to the person and work of Jesus Christ.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Wo...

Scripture: Exodus 1:15-16Sermon Series: Great ExpectationsThe scriptures are filled with stories of birth. Some of them are long-awaited and predicted by angels. Others are unexpected and slightly controversial. But what they have in common is that each birth pointed forward; newborn glimpses of what God would ultimately do through the birth of Jesus Christ who would enter this world crying, cold, and with the expectations of all humanity upon his tiny shoulders.At St. Mark Housto...

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24 1 Corinthians 16:2Sermon Series: More Than EnoughIn this short series, we’ll examine the Biblical call to generosity and God’s promise of contentment. We’ll learn about managing what God has given us in a way that maximizes our impact and increases our peace.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Wors...

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5-8, Matthew 7:7-10Sermon Series: More Than EnoughIn this short series, we’ll examine the Biblical call to generosity and God’s promise of contentment. We’ll learn about managing what God has given us in a way that maximizes our impact and increases our peace.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. ...

Series: 3 things to do before you're doneAt St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and...

Series: 3 things to do before you're doneAt St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and...

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26; Romans 12:9-25Sermon Series: QuitterJesus has freed the world to be quitters, laying aside the empty attitudes of this world and embracing an approach to life that is overflowing with peace and brings blessing to others.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmar...

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26; Romans 12:9-24Sermon Series: QuitterJesus has freed the world to be quitters, laying aside the empty attitudes of this world and embracing an approach to life that is overflowing with peace and brings blessing to others.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmar...

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26; Romans 12:9-23Sermon Series: QuitterJesus has freed the world to be quitters, laying aside the empty attitudes of this world and embracing an approach to life that is overflowing with peace and brings blessing to others.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmar...

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26; Romans 12:9-22Sermon Series: QuitterJesus has freed the world to be quitters, laying aside the empty attitudes of this world and embracing an approach to life that is overflowing with peace and brings blessing to others.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmar...

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26; Romans 12:9-21Sermon Series: QuitterJesus has freed the world to be quitters, laying aside the empty attitudes of this world and embracing an approach to life that is overflowing with peace and brings blessing to others.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmar...

Scripture: | John 20:26-29; Exodus 20:1-3Sermon Series: God TalkWhen God speaks, stuff happens. His words wield incredible power. And there are certain words and phrases found in the scriptures, and central to the story of Jesus, that are particularly potent. In this series we’ll look at 4 words of God that, as you grow in your understanding of them, will stir greater peace in your soul, grant a deeper appreciation of the love God has for you and point you more clearl...

Scripture: | Exodus 34:6-7; Psalm 136:1-26Sermon Series: God TalkWhen God speaks, stuff happens. His words wield incredible power. And there are certain words and phrases found in the scriptures, and central to the story of Jesus, that are particularly potent. In this series we’ll look at 4 words of God that, as you grow in your understanding of them, will stir greater peace in your soul, grant a deeper appreciation of the love God has for you and point you more clear...

Scripture: | Psalm 85:1-13; John 14:27Sermon Series: God TalkWhen God speaks, stuff happens. His words wield incredible power. And there are certain words and phrases found in the scriptures, and central to the story of Jesus, that are particularly potent. In this series we’ll look at 4 words of God that, as you grow in your understanding of them, will stir greater peace in your soul, grant a deeper appreciation of the love God has for you and point you more clearly toward ...

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-18; 4:7-12Sermon Series: I Don'tRelationships are not easy. And those that thrive don’t do so by accident. A healthy, vibrant relationship -- especially a marriage -- requires not just work but a commitment to going against some of the most basic but unhelpful urges in the human heart. In this series we’ll look at 2 “vows” that God says must be broken in order for your marriage -- or any meaningful relationship -- to flourish.At St. Mark Houston we believe that li...

Scripture: | 1 John 3:16-18; 4:7-12Series: I Don'tRelationships are not easy. And those that thrive don’t do so by accident. A healthy, vibrant relationship -- especially a marriage -- requires not just work but a commitment to going against some of the most basic but unhelpful urges in the human heart. In this series we’ll look at 2 “vows” that God says must be broken in order for your marriage -- or any meaningful relationship -- to flourish.At St. Mark Houston we believe...

Scripture: | Ephesians 5:15-18, Colossians 3:16-17Series: Warning SignsLong before life falls apart, well in advance of things coming undone, there are always warning signs. Like lights on the dashboard or signs on the roadside, God places things along our path meant to alert us to trouble and keep us safe.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at ...

Scripture: | | Ephesians 6:10-18; Proverbs 13:20Series: Warning SignsLong before life falls apart, well in advance of things coming undone, there are always warning signs. Like lights on the dashboard or signs on the roadside, God places things along our path meant to alert us to trouble and keep us safe.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sunday...

Scripture: | 1 Tim. 4:1-2; Prov. 22:3Series: Warning SignsLong before life falls apart, well in advance of things coming undone, there are always warning signs. Like lights on the dashboard or signs on the roadside, God places things along our path meant to alert us to trouble and keep us safe.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM...

Scripture: | Ephesians 5:11-21Series: Warning SignsLong before life falls apart, well in advance of things coming undone, there are always warning signs. Like lights on the dashboard or signs on the roadside, God places things along our path meant to alert us to trouble and keep us safe.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for W...

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24; Ephesians 2:10Sermon Series: HabitJesus calls his people into a new pattern of living, one that reorients our lives around the truth of our fragile but forgiven lives and the gift of mercy that is continually ours. Sure, people of faith still go to work, still eat, sleep, and watch Netflix just like everyone else. But in the midst of that which makes us similar to the rest of the world is a habit--a particular set of practices--that set us apart; off...

Scripture: Psalm 42; Habakuk 2:1; Matthew 14:23Sermon Series: HabitJesus calls his people into a new pattern of living, one that reorients our lives around the truth of our fragile but forgiven lives and the gift of mercy that is continually ours. Sure, people of faith still go to work, still eat, sleep, and watch Netflix just like everyone else. But in the midst of that which makes us similar to the rest of the world is a habit--a particular set of practices--that set us apart; o...

Scripture: Hebrews 4:9-16Sermon Series: HabitJesus calls his people into a new pattern of living, one that reorients our lives around the truth of our fragile but forgiven lives and the gift of mercy that is continually ours. Sure, people of faith still go to work, still eat, sleep, and watch Netflix just like everyone else. But in the midst of that which makes us similar to the rest of the world is a habit--a particular set of practices--that set us apart; offering us strength, p...

Scripture: 1 John 2:2; 2 Corinthians 5:18-21There are certain things in life that naturally don't mix. However, the Christian faith frees us from this type of thinking and shows us how only God can help us bridge this gap.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or ...

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19; 1 Corinthians 7:20-24There are certain things in life that naturally don't mix. However, the Christian faith frees us from this type of thinking and shows us how only God can help us bridge this gap.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org&n...

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40; Matthew 5:6There are certain things in life that naturally don't mix. However, the Christian faith frees us from this type of thinking and shows us how only God can help us bridge this gap.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call...

Scripture: Leviticus 23:22; Ecc. 2:24-25Sermon Series: More to MondayThere's more to work than clocking in and checking out. In this series we'll learn how faith in Jesus unlocks a whole new way to look at calling, career, and your 9-5.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org&n...

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24; Romans 12:1-2Sermon Series: More to MondayThere's more to work than clocking in and checking out. In this series we'll learn how faith in Jesus unlocks a whole new way to look at calling, career, and your 9-5.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.o...

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16; 1 Peter 3:15Sermon Series: More to MondaysThere's more to work than clocking in and checking out. In this series we'll learn how faith in Jesus unlocks a whole new way to look at calling, career, and your 9-5.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org ...

At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web...

At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web...

At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web...

Series: Man SchoolMen are not born, they are made. In this series of teachings Pastor Matt will cast a vision of life as a man who is made in the image of Jesus.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at St Mark Houston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift ...

Series: Man SchoolMen are not born, they are made. In this series of teachings Pastor Matt will cast a vision of life as a man who is made in the image of Jesus.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at St Mark Houston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift ...

Series: Man SchoolMen are not born, they are made. In this series of teachings Pastor Matt will cast a vision of life as a man who is made in the image of Jesus.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at St Mark Houston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift ...

Series: Man SchoolMen are not born, they are made. In this series of teachings Pastor Matt will cast a vision of life as a man who is made in the image of Jesus.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at St Mark Houston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift ...

Scripture: Psalm 13; Matthew 5:1-11Sermon Series: Arguing GodReligion and spirituality are increasingly sensitive topics, especially for the New Yorker. A person of faith often finds themselves, if it comes up at all, in a defensive position, and perhaps under-equipped to eloquently and lovingly “argue for God” with their friends or family. In this short series, we’ll look at the three most common objections raised against the Christian faith in the secular realm.At St. Mark Houston we ...

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25Sermon Series: The Elephant in the RoomThere's an issue you're avoiding, a problem you're not addressing. But avoidance isn't working for anyone. It's time to address the elephant in the room.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call ...

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-5Sermon Series: The Elephant in the RoomThere's an issue you're avoiding, a problem you're not addressing. But avoidance isn't working for anyone. It's time to address the elephant in the room.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call...

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3–1:9Sermon Series: SustainableThere's only so much "you" to go around. Your life, and all of your resources, are not in endless supply. And once they're spent, they're gone. Doesn't it make sense that we'd learn what it means to leverage our finite lives for maximum impact?At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 A...

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19–10:25Sermon Series: SustainableThere's only so much "you" to go around. Your life, and all of your resources, are not in endless supply. And once they're spent, they're gone. Doesn't it make sense that we'd learn what it means to leverage our finite lives for maximum impact?At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:...

Scripture: Luke 16:10–16:13Sermon Series: SustainableThere's only so much "you" to go around. Your life, and all of your resources, are not in endless supply. And once they're spent, they're gone. Doesn't it make sense that we'd learn what it means to leverage our finite lives for maximum impact?At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 ...

Scripture: Genesis 2:1–2:3Sermon Series: SustainableThere's only so much "you" to go around. Your life, and all of your resources, are not in endless supply. And once they're spent, they're gone. Doesn't it make sense that we'd learn what it means to leverage our finite lives for maximum impact?At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 A...

Scripture: Luke 10:38–10:42Sermon Series: SustainableThere's only so much "you" to go around. Your life, and all of your resources, are not in endless supply. And once they're spent, they're gone. Doesn't it make sense that we'd learn what it means to leverage our finite lives for maximum impact?At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 ...

Scripture: Mark 9:24Sermon Series: My Favorite Bible VerseIn this message, Matt discusses the reality of anxiety and how the teachings of Jesus can help us see our anxiety in a whole new light.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark...

Scripture: Galatians 6:1–6:5Sermon Series: Loving WellThe Bible famously says that “love is patient and love is kind.” But perhaps it should have added: love is hard. From parents who are deeply flawed to little ones who demand so much, loving others is no easy task. At times it feels impossible. In this series we’ll examine four categories of relationships and discuss how the perfect love offered to us in Jesus Christ frees us to do the hard work of offering a generous and intent...

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4–6:7, Matthew 18:1–18:6, Isaiah 1:17Sermon Series: Loving WellThe Bible famously says that “love is patient and love is kind.” But perhaps it should have added: love is hard. From parents who are deeply flawed to little ones who demand so much, loving others is no easy task. At times it feels impossible. In this series we’ll examine four categories of relationships and discuss how the perfect love offered to us in Jesus Christ frees us to do the ha...

Scripture: Ephesians 6:2–6:3Sermon Series: Loving WellThe Bible famously says that “love is patient and love is kind.” But perhaps it should have added: love is hard. From parents who are deeply flawed to little ones who demand so much, loving others is no easy task. At times it feels impossible. In this series we’ll examine four categories of relationships and discuss how the perfect love offered to us in Jesus Christ frees us to do the hard work of offering a generous and...

Scripture: Genesis 2:15How are followers of Jesus to navigate life as a citizen, and what does it mean to be faithful members of this country while belonging to another kingdom?At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe th...

Scripture: Luke 24:45-53How are followers of Jesus to navigate life as a citizen, and what does it mean to be faithful members of this country while belonging to another kingdom?At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe t...

Scripture: Luke 24:45-53How are followers of Jesus to navigate life as a citizen, and what does it meant to be faithful members of this country while belonging to another kingdom?At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe ...

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-6In this series, Matt takes a look at 3 characters in the Old Testament and how they are portraits of the mercy and grace God offers to us all.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Houston we believe that l...

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-30Series: Portraits of GraceIn this series, Matt takes a look at 3 characters in the Old Testament and how they are portraits of the mercy and grace God offers to us all.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Ma...

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-5Series: Portraits of GraceIn this series, Matt takes a look at 3 characters in the Old Testament and how they are portraits of the mercy and grace God offers to us all.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark ...

Scripture: | | Mark 9:14-29; 2 Cor. 1:8-10Sermon Series: | | SpentSometimes in life you’re empty. You’ve given everything you have, you’re drained of all energy, and you have nothing left to give. You’re done. You’re spent. The good news is that you’re not alone. For many and various reasons we all find ourselves running low on hope and with a faith on fumes. What are God’s promises to us in those dry and difficult seasons? And how does the completed work of Je...

Scripture: | 2 Samuel 9:1-13; Galatians 4:4-8Sermon Series: | | SpentSometimes in life you’re empty. You’ve given everything you have, you’re drained of all energy, and you have nothing left to give. You’re done. You’re spent. The good news is that you’re not alone. For many and various reasons we all find ourselves running low on hope and with a faith on fumes. What are God’s promises to us in those dry and difficult seasons? And how does the completed work of ...

Scripture: | Luke 12:22-24; Matthew 11:28-30; Colossians 3:23-24Sermon Series: | | SpentSometimes in life you’re empty. You’ve given everything you have, you’re drained of all energy, and you have nothing left to give. You’re done. You’re spent. The good news is that you’re not alone. For many and various reasons we all find ourselves running low on hope and with a faith on fumes. What are God’s promises to us in those dry and difficult seasons? And how does th...

Scripture: John 5:22-23Sermon Series: Just WordsThere are certain words in the Bible that both describe and deliver the work of Jesus. In this series, we will study these incredible words.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Mark Hous...

Scripture: Colossians 1:13-14aSermon Series: Just WordsThere are certain words in the Bible that both describe and deliver the work of Jesus. In this series, we will study these incredible words.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.At St. Ma...

Scripture: | Matthew 7:1-5Sermon Series: | People SkillsIn this series, Matt talks, in brutal honesty, about the broken people all around us and how to deal with their dysfunction (and ours) in way that drives us closer to Jesus and blesses others.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web ...

Scripture: | Matthew 5:3-6Sermon Series: | People SkillsIn this series, Matt talks, in brutal honesty, about the broken people all around us and how to deal with their dysfunction (and ours) in way that drives us closer to Jesus and blesses others.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the...

Scripture: | Matthew 5:3-6Sermon Series: | People SkillsIn this series, Matt talks, in brutal honesty, about the broken people all around us and how to deal with their dysfunction (and ours) in way that drives us closer to Jesus and blesses others.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the...

Scripture: | Matthew 5:27–5:30Sermon Series: | According to JesusEveryone has their own take on how the world should work. Even Jesus. Far from passive and lacking an opinion, Jesus offered clear--and in some cases--controversial takes on practical topics, insisting that those following after him turn a critical eye toward their everyday activities.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a ful...

Scripture: | Matthew 6:1–6:4Sermon Series: | According to JesusEveryone has their own take on how the world should work. Even Jesus. Far from passive and lacking an opinion, Jesus offered clear--and in some cases--controversial takes on practical topics, insisting that those following after him turn a critical eye toward their everyday activities.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfi...

Scripture: | Matthew 5:25–5:34Sermon Series: | According to JesusEveryone has their own take on how the world should work. Even Jesus. Far from passive and lacking an opinion, Jesus offered clear--and in some cases--controversial takes on practical topics, insisting that those following after him turn a critical eye toward their everyday activities.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfill...

Scripture: | Revelation 2:18-29Sermon Series: | Called OutIn this series, we’ll take a look at some of the ways we as the Church fail to accomplish the mission that Jesus has set out for us, what guidance, encouragement, and warnings he’s given to the Church in the past, and how we can apply this to our situation today.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sun...

Scripture: | Revelation 2:12-17Sermon Series: | Called OutAs the Church, we are called to proclaim the Gospel, love the people around us, and love one another. All too often though, the Church can fail to accomplish these things on a global level, in individual communities, and in our everyday lives as Christians.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays a...

Scripture: | Revelation 2:8-11Sermon Series: | Called OutAs the Church, we are called to proclaim the Gospel, love the people around us, and love one another. All too often though, the Church can fail to accomplish these things on a global level, in individual communities, and in our everyday lives as Christians.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at...

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13Sermon Series: Teach Me to PrayIn this series we'll examine the Lord's Prayer and we’ll learn for ourselves just how simple, yet essential, a life of talking to God truly is.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.A...

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13Sermon Series: Teach Me to PrayIn this series we'll examine the Lord's Prayer and we’ll learn for ourselves just how simple, yet essential, a life of talking to God truly is.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.A...

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13Sermon Series: Teach Me to PrayIn this series we'll examine the Lord's Prayer and we’ll learn for ourselves just how simple, yet essential, a life of talking to God truly is.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.A...

The second in a series of messages on The Lord's PrayerAt St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13Sermon Series: Teach Me to PrayIn this series we'll examine the Lord's Prayer and we’ll learn for ourselves just how simple, yet essential, a life of talking to God truly is.At St. Mark Houston we believe that life is a gift from God and that through faith in Jesus Christ we can truly have a fulfilling life. Join us on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM for Worship. Find us on the web at www.stmarkhouston.org or call us at 713-468-2623.A...