St. Mark Houston

I Believe - Matt Popovits by St. Mark Houston

Many great stories, from Citizen Kane to Rocky, feature a creator who does it all. In this conclusion to our All Together Now series, we look at the Triumphal Entry in Luke 19 to see how Jesus serves as the ultimate "one-man production" of our salvation.

While we often look for a "helper" to fix our surface-level problems, Jesus insists on being the Hero who conquers our deepest needs. Explore why salvation is a "monergistic" act and how every detail of Palm Sunday was a deliberate claim to His throne.

When the Pharisees tried to trap Jesus with a trick question about paying taxes to Caesar, his answer was anything but simple. In this message, we unpack Luke 20 and explore what Jesus really meant by "give to Caesar what is Caesar's", and what it means for us today.

From Martin Luther's two kingdoms theology to one seminarian's courageous stand against racism in 1960s Mississippi, discover how faith and politics intersect, and why the Gospel is the one thing that can unite a deeply divided world.

Ever pulled a Bible verse out of context and wondered if you're reading it right? In this message, we dive deep into Jeremiah 29, including the famous verse 11, to uncover what God was actually saying to his people in exile, and what that means for us today.

Context is king, and every verse has a home. So do we.

Why does the Bible feel confusing, or even irrelevant to real life? In this message, we explore how Scripture interprets Scripture, uncovering the surprising depth found in Luke 13. From the reality of suffering and sin, to God's patient grace, to the promise of salvation, discover how God's Word doesn't just make sense of the Bible, but makes sense of your life. Whether you're in a season of doubt, pain, or searching, this message is for you.

What does the story of the Good Samaritan actually mean? In this message, we dig into one of Jesus's most famous, and most misunderstood, parables to discover that the point isn't simply "be a better person." The real hero of the story might surprise you.

Join us as we learn to ask better questions of Scripture and uncover the deeper truth about a God who loves us at great cost to himself.

Scripture is always speaking just two words: "do" and "done"—law and gospel. In this message, we'll walk through Ephesians 5:22-33, one of the Bible's most misunderstood passages on marriage, and uncover how Paul renovates patriarchy with the gospel. See how God's "do" words reveal our need for Jesus, while His "done" words deliver the grace we desperately need.

Whether you're married, single, or somewhere in between, this teaching will transform how you read Scripture and understand God's love. Learn the daily practice of examine, confess, and receive that will grow your grasp of grace and help you love others better. Because when we understand what Christ has done for us, it changes how we live for others.

Discover how to read the Bible with the end in sight. In this message, we explore Jesus' rejection at Nazareth and uncover how prophecy works throughout Scripture. Learn why the people of Nazareth misunderstood their Messiah, how biblical prophecies can be fulfilled multiple times, and why God's promises always come true.

Plus, get practical tips on studying unfamiliar biblical terms and places. Whether you're reading through Luke or tackling Revelation, this teaching will transform how you approach God's Word.

Ever felt lost reading the Bible? You're not alone. In this message, we explore Luke 1 and discover the lens that brings Scripture to life: Jesus. Learn how to read God's Word with Christ at the center of everything.

Concluding our "I Love My Church" series with a powerful message about the centrality of God's Word in our lives. Using the metaphor of driving in the dark without headlights, we explore three characteristics of a church that loves God's Word: being deeply rooted in the promises of Jesus, regularly encountering the person of Christ, and being transformed by His power.

Learn why the life of faith is a lifetime of leaning upon God's Word and how engaging with Scripture is not just gathering information, but having an encounter with the living Christ.