University Baptist Church-Houston

It’s not an accident that the New Testament so often refers to the community of Jesus’ followers as a family. Jesus himself seemed to redefine family to include not just those to whom we are related, but also those with whom we share the bond of being...

Having a party is not just a human idea. The Bible presents numerous examples of God ordaining a celebration. Whether it be the celebration of God’s mighty deeds on behalf of his people in the yearly Passover celebration, or the Psalmists celebrating...

Having a party is not just a human idea. The Bible presents numerous examples of God ordaining a celebration. Whether it be the celebration of God’s mighty deeds on behalf of his people in the yearly Passover celebration, or the Psalmists celebrating...

Significance in the eyes of the world has a distinct image. It usually revolves around fame, wealth, or worldly accomplishments. But the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem and the events that transpired there should cause all of us to reevaluate...

For Mary, the journey began with startling news and a recognition that everything about her life was getting ready to change. But in her submission to God’s journey for her (instead of her own plans), Mary discovered the promise of blessedness, a...

For all the talk of how the Gospel was received by people in this series, the final text reminds us that the bearer of the Gospel will most likely be treated in like manner to the Gospel itself. As Paul returns to Jerusalem, three evaluations are...