Houston's First Baptist Church Messages (Audio) Pastor Gregg Matte

In order to do all things, it takes Christ in you, so that Christ can move through you. What is God calling you to do? That is where you will find the strength to do all things.

Jesus Christ, not circumstance, is the route of contentment. Even in the this time of uncertainty, we can walk in peace, surrendered to Him, knowing that the Lord is at work.

On this Mother’s day, we honor all the women of our church. Mom’s do such a great job of living an honorable life, and we all want to live this way. May we have right praying, which leads to right thinking, which leads to right living, so that we can live in the peace of God and shine brightly in this world.

So many of us spend our lives chasing favor not realizing that favor is actually chasing us. God’s favor is revealed, and it can be seen, in His pursuit of us and His presence with us. Whether you feel it or not, let the declared Word be your guide. As a child of God, you are favored!

During this season of COVID-19, there have been so many dos and don’ts. And in this time when worrying feels like responsibility, Paul tells us the complete opposite. Paul says to not worry. He reminds us instead to pray — knowing who we are in Christ, connecting with Him, and laying our petitions before Him with thanksgiving. And it is through prayer that the peace of Christ will fill our hearts and minds.

During these times when everything around us is changing, we can grow closer together and stand firm. We can rejoice and be gracious. And we can continue to stay in surrender to Christ, so that our lives can be a of reflection of His in humility and selflessness as we wait for His return.