Houston's First Baptist Church

Mikado Hinson, Chaplain for the Houston Texans, taught that true discipleship means abiding in Christ, carrying our cross daily, and living so faithfully that others say, “Surely you’re one of them.”

Heiden Ratner, Senior Pastor of WALK Church in Las Vegas, reminded us that the Christian life is about relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance, conviction, and strength.

Dr. Fred Luter, Jr., Senior Pastor of Franklin Avenue Baptist Church in New Orleans, shared how we can trust Jesus’ promises, presence, and power when facing life’s storms.

Brian McCormack, Executive Director of Breakaway Ministries at Texas A&M University, reminded us that God forgives, heals, redeems, crowns, and satisfies—a call to remember His faithfulness in every season.

Pastor Gregg shared that the journey through the minor prophets, James, and Ruth reveals a progression of repentance, action, and trust, calling us to turn to God, live out our faith, and trust His greater plan.

Pastor Gregg shared that the Book of Ruth ends with a powerful picture of redemption—showing how God brings purpose from pain through sacrifice, faithfulness, truth, and obedience.

Pastor Gregg shared that Boaz models godly character in the Book of Ruth through purity, honesty, generous provision, and perseverance.

Pastor Gregg shared that the story of Ruth teaches us how to position ourselves for God’s blessings—through initiative, humility, faithfulness, and trust in His timing. This prepares us to steward the gifts He provides.

Pastor Gregg shared that even when pain clouds our perspective, God is still at work—often through unexpected people and perfect timing. God's faithfulness meets us in our darkest moments with hope and restoration.

Dr. Phil Kramer, retired Army Chaplain, shared that freedom-national and spiritual-comes at a great cost. As soldiers gave their lives for our liberty, Jesus gave His life to free us from sin, so we are to live not for ourselves, but in honor of their sacrifice and His

Pastor Gregg shared that prayer should be our first response, not our last resort - inviting God into our joy, pain, and need.

Pastor Gregg reminded us that God calls us to live with patient faith, gentle understanding, steady endurance, and honest love - allowing us to be even more of a blessing to those in our lives

Pastor Gregg taught us that God calls us to be humble stewards, not owners —using our wealth to bless others, not impress them. True contentment comes from generosity, not excess.

Pastor Gregg taught us that we are to let go of judgement, arrogance and boasting. Instead, we are to boast in the Lord, surrender our plans to Him and remember that our lives are like vapors.

Pastor Gregg shared that Easter invites us to see with the eyes of our heart which enables us to focus on the hope, inheritance, and resurrection power we receive in Christ.

Last Sunday, Pastor Gregg shared the danger of spiritual pride, reminding us that true humility begins with repentance, mourning over sin, and surrendering to God. When we humble ourselves before the Lord, He will lift us up.

Last Sunday, Pastor Gregg shared that conflict in our lives stems from selfish desires, which can lead to fighting with others and God. The solution is found in humbling ourselves, receiving God’s grace, and submitting to Him.

In last Sunday's message, Pastor Gregg concluded the Living It Out message series, teaching us that Godly wisdom leads to good works done in gentleness and love, distinguishing it from earthly wisdom driven by selfish ambition and envy.