Garden Oaks Baptist Church Podcast

What is considered scripture? Why do we have certain books in our Bible but not others? Who decides/decided what should be in the Bible? A brief explanation of why certain writings are in our bible. #bible #tradition #history #jesus #scripture #inspired

Why should we read the bible? Why should we memorize it? What's the point? #bible #change #transformation  #family #jesus

In 2 Timothy, we read that Scripture is inspired by God and useful to us. What does inspired by God mean?

What is the Bible About?

Matthew 7:7-8

What is God’s response to people who display extreme moral failings?  Matthew 1:1-3 Genesis 38:1-26 #broken #legacy #sin #response #action #morality #jesus #christmas #familytree 

What are some practical ways you can stay grateful and practice gratitude?

What makes you happy? What things bring you pleasure?  What does it mean to share in God's glory? What does "face shine on you" mean? #truejoy #face #jesus

Things that are close to truth can distract us from what truly saves.

We kick off our series on distractions by talking about politics. How should Christians approach politics and government as a whole? #politics #election #government #distraction #unity #christian #jesus #church

What did the fig tree have in common with the temple when Jesus entered it? They had lost their purpose. Mark 11 #purpose #mark #family #community

This week, we looked at a portion of Mark where Jesus is portrayed as a king. However, there are some differences between the picture of Jesus as King that Mark paints and what was expected of a king in that day. #king #gospelofmark #family #community #houstonchurch

Jesus addresses two different groups of people; one with great status and the other without. With God all things are possible. #inviting #rich #blessed #church #community #family

What does Jesus say about divorce? What is the point of marriage? This week, we looked at a story where Jesus is questioned about divorce. Jesus paints a picture of marriage that goes back to the creation narrative. Mark 10:1-12 #divorce #marriage #jesus #houstonchurch #gospelofmark #biblestory #family #community #love

Jesus seriously addresses pride and talks about having salt. #pride #jesus #salt #family #besalt #peace

We look at a story about doubt and faith. How does Jesus respond? #faith #doubt #family #community

Jesus talks about what it means to see things from a human point of view. Six days later, the transfiguration happens.  What is your point of view?

The disciples argue over bread, a blind man can see, and Peter calls Jesus the Messiah. How do these stories connect?  #eyes #family #community #gospelofmark #houstonchurch

This week we look at what can be a controversial story of Jesus' ministry.   #gospelofmark #whatismypurpose #family #inviting

"It is what comes out of a person that defiles them." This week, we unpack what it means to be pure. We look at a conversation Jesus had with some Pharisees after they questioned him regarding their traditions. In Jesus' response, we get to see what he values. #hypocritical #pure #tradition #family #houstonchurch

Who is my neighbor? Who do I need to love? Who do I inconvenience myself for? Who do I let interrupt my plans? This week, Pastor Jared Darby walked us through the story of the Good Samaritan. He gave us some context to this well-known story and showed us how Jesus sets an example of radical generosity. check out Eden Church on Instagram or at https://edenchurchhouston.com/

We talk with Jared Darby about his experience planting a church in Houston.  Check out Eden Church: edenchurchhouston.com #family #houston #houstonchurch #community #churchplanting

Why do we sing when we gather? Why do we spend half of our time on Sundays with music?  On This episode we provide some context on why we sing when we gather. We talk about the scriptural basis as well as church tradition. We answer some questions you may have about what we are doing and why we do it! We attempt to provide some context for what we often label as worship. Recorded May of 2024 “Let...