University Baptist Church-Houston

Everywhere we look, it seems, we are encouraged to upgrade “this” or make sure we have the newest “that.” Our lives are measured by the external perceptions of others where we live, work, and play. Living beyond our means but making it look entirely...

Shortly before dawn Jesus went out to them, walking on the lake. When the disciples saw him walking on the lake, they were terrified. “It’s a ghost,” they said, and cried out in fear. But Jesus immediately said to them: “Take courage! It is I. Don’t...

Shortly before dawn Jesus went out to them, walking on the lake. When the disciples saw him walking on the lake, they were terrified. “It’s a ghost,” they said, and cried out in fear. But Jesus immediately said to them: “Take courage! It is I. Don’t...

One of the saddest funerals we could ever attend might be one that is focused on the deceased person’s job, rather than on the joys of life, love and relationships. For too many of us living in the suburbs, we tend to believe our jobs are our key...

One of the saddest funerals we could ever attend might be one that is focused on the deceased person’s job, rather than on the joys of life, love and relationships. For too many of us living in the suburbs, we tend to believe our jobs are our key...

Opulence and comfort are watchwords of the suburbs. We work hard and deserve the spoils of our labor. Though happiness seems elusive for many, in the suburbs it is readily available at your local superstore. Being able to afford the luxury of regular...

Opulence and comfort are watchwords of the suburbs. We work hard and deserve the spoils of our labor. Though happiness seems elusive for many, in the suburbs it is readily available at your local superstore. Being able to afford the luxury of regular...

Every person is born with innate desire to enjoy the company of others and to seek out friends. Healthy friendships pour value into our lives as we add value to others. Just as Solomon reminds us, two are better than one because of how we can build...

Every person is born with innate desire to enjoy the company of others and to seek out friends. Healthy friendships pour value into our lives as we add value to others. Just as Solomon reminds us, two are better than one because of how we can build...

In the suburbs, busyness is a cardinal virtue. So many of us are pressed for time and believe crammed schedules and hectic days to be a sign of a successful life. We move from event to event, and never truly engage in a day or completely experience a...