Houston's First Baptist Church

The Ultimate Finish Line – Part 4

Navigating Relationships

Easter 2024

Pastor Gregg delivers a special message on Easter Weekend 2024.

Broken For You 2024

The Ultimate Finish Line – Part 2

Pastor Gregg delivers a message from 2 Timothy 4:6-8 and reminds us to keep the faith through perseverance and perspective.

The Ultimate Finish Line - Part 1

Pastor Gregg delivers a message from 2 Tim 4:1-5 and reminds us to exercise self-control, endure, evangelize and fulfill our ministry.

A Strong Word for Tough Times - Part 2

Executive Pastor Dr. Stephen Trammell delivers a message from 2 Timothy 3:16-17 and shares that tough times call for healthy rhythms of spiritual and physical fitness

A Strong Word for Tough Times – Part 1

Pastor Gregg delivers a message from 2 Timothy 3:1-15 as he shares that tough times call for firm belief in the Bible.

World Changers

President of Send Network and Founding Pastor of Hope Church Vance Pittman delivers a message called WorldChangers from Acts 1:1-14

A Tool in God's Hands - Part 2

Pastor Gregg delivers a message from 2 Timothy 2:14-19 as he shares that we need to focus on the Gospel to be an effective tool in God's hands.

A Tool in God's Hands - Part 1

Pastor Gregg shares a message from 2 Timothy 2:1-13 as he encourages us to be a usable tool in God's hands.

Standing Strong – Part 3

Pastor Gregg shares a message from 2 Timothy 1:13–18 as he encourages us to lean into the Holy Spirit to guard what God has entrusted to us and stand strong.

Standing Strong – Part 2

Pastor Gregg delivers a message from 2 Timothy 1:8-12 as he reminds us to stand strong by trusting the Gospel and by declaring who you are trusting in.

Standing Strong – Part 1

Purpose Through Prayer and Fasting

Pastor Gregg Matte delivers a message on Matthew 6:5-18 as he encourages us to emphasize more purpose, peace, passion and of our people in 2024.

New Year's Eve 2023

Downtown Campus Pastor Leon Brooks III delivers a message from 1 Thessalonians 5 to highlight 10 things to focus on in the new year.

Christmas Eve 2023

More Faith, Not More Stuff

Pastor Gregg delivers a sermon based on Luke 17 with a focus on why faith is more valuable than stuff.

Mary of Bethany or Martha of Busyness

Pastor Gregg delivers a sermon based on Luke 10:38-42 and shares how contemplation, not distraction, leads to true celebration of Christmas.

Celebration Sunday

Pastor Gregg delivers a special sermon as we celebrate the impact of our two-year Kainos initiative!

The Reality of Your Faith

Minister to Singles and Metro Venue Pastor Kylen Perry delivers a message with a message on Hebrews 11:1–2 focusing on defining the concept of faith.

Part 3 - Final Words

Pastor Gregg concludes the Application Points series with a message on 1 Timothy 6:17-21 focusing on generosity.

Part 2 - Flee, Fight & Focus

Pastor Gregg Matte shares a message on 1 Timothy 6:11-16 concentrating on the 3 application points that Paul shares to help us in our walk with God: flee, fight and focus.

Application Points - Part 1

Pastor Gregg Matte begins a new series with a message concentrating on 1 Timothy 6:6-10 and the topic of contentment.

People of the Church: Leaders

Houston Christian University President Dr. Robert Sloan concludes our People of the Church series with a message about leaders of the church.

Widows

Pastor Gregg Matte continues in 1 Timothy with a message focused on how God’s heart is seen in how widows serve the church and how the church serves the widows.

People of the Church: Widows

Pastor Gregg Matte continues in 1 Timothy with a message focused on how God’s heart is seen in how widows serve the church and how the church serves the widows.

Next Generation

Pastor Gregg Matte continues in 1 Timothy with a message focused on the Next Generation of believers in our church. By living rightly, leading wisely, and learning how we've been wired and gifted by God, we can live our lives "all-in" for Jesus no matter our age.

People of the Church: Next Generation

Pastor Gregg Matte continues in 1 Timothy with a message focused on the Next Generation of believers in our church. By living rightly, leading wisely, and learning how we've been wired and gifted by God, we can live our lives "all-in" for Jesus no matter our age.

Baptism Day!

Pastor Gregg Matte shares a special Day of Baptism message from the book of Acts and invites those wishing to be baptized to come forward and follow through with believer's baptism at our Day of Baptism.

Training in Godliness

Pastor Gregg concludes our Prayer, People, and Promises series with a message based on 1 Timothy 4:1-10. Have nothing to do with entertaining godlessness and have everything to do with training in godliness.

Character of Difference Makers

Pastor Gregg Matte continues our "Prayers, People and Promises" series with a message on 1 Timothy 3:1-16. Pastors, Deacons and everyone else can make a Gospel impact!

Men & Women

Pastor Gregg Matte continues our "Prayers, People and Promises" series with a message on 1 Timothy 2:8–15. Godly men are men of prayer, character and calm and Godly women have a teachable spirit, and have great purpose to impact generations to come.

Let's Pray

Pastor Gregg Matte begins our "Prayers, People and Promises" series with a message on 1 Timothy 2:1–7. Prayer connects our heart to God’s heart and it connects heaven and earth.

Fighting the Good Fight

Executive Pastor Dr. Stephen Trammell concludes our “True or False” series with a message on 1 Timothy 1:18-20. Paul reminded Timothy about the fuel for the good fight. We are not fighting for victory but we are fighting from victory!

True or False – Our Story

In a message based on 1 Timothy 1:12-17, Pastor Gregg Matte looks at the apostle Paul's testimony and reminds us that we all have a story to share because of Jesus. We are conquerers by the mercy of Jesus and his transforming work in our lives!

True or False Part 2 - The Goal

Pastor Gregg Matte continues our "True or False" series with a message on 1 Timothy 1:5-11. The goal of following Jesus is love. We miss the goal when we swerve from love and are all talk and no walk.

True or False - Part 1

Pastor Gregg Matte leads us through 1 Timothy 1:1-5 in the first message of our new sermon series "True or False." We are called to hold to God’s plan, not man’s perspective.

God, Me, and Us – Part 3

Pastor Gregg Matte wraps up our "Time Together" series with a message based on Genesis 50:15-26. By discussing our relationships and making adjustments when needed, we can enjoy more time together. Our ultimate goal is to point to God in our marriages, friendships, and all relationships.

God, Me, and Us – Part 2

Pastor Gregg Matte shares a message from Zechariah 3 as we continue our "Time Together" series and learn about the importance of having God in front of us. When we realize that God will set the record straight through any accusations of the enemy, we will have hope through our trials and a desire to follow Him with grace-infused obedience.

God, Me, and Us – Part 1

Returning from his summer sabbatical, Pastor Gregg Matte leads us through Matthew 14:22-33 in the first message of our new sermon series "Time Together." When we let the waters of distraction settle and focus on Jesus, we can walk with Him and gain traction.

My Life Verse - Noe Garcia

To conclude our My Life Verse series, guest speaker Noe Garcia leads us through his life verse of Luke 15:20 to remind us how to break the power of shame in our lives. By opening our hands to Christ and repenting from our sins, He can cover our shame - giving us freedom from our past and hope for the future.

My Life Verse - David Nasser

Sharing a message based on his life verse of John 6:35, guest speaker David Nasser reminds us that Jesus is our only Bread of Life. By following Jesus' example, we can meet the immediate needs of those around us and point them to the only thing that will fully satisfy — Jesus Christ.

My Life Verse - Garry Blackmon

Guest speaker Garry Blackmon shares a message on the verses that guide his life — Colossians 1:9-10. The knowledge of God is a lifelong journey that requires wisdom and understanding. Spiritual growth begins by knowing how God wants us to live, walking in a manner worthy of His calling, and bearing fruit.

My Life Verse - Grant Partrick

Guest speaker Grant Partrick unpacks his own life verse, Romans 12:1-2, as we continue through our “My Life Verse” series. Worshipping God is more than a song - it is a sacrifice and a response to the One who made the greatest sacrifice of all.

My Life Verse - Brian McCormack

Guest speaker Brian McCormack continues our “My Life Verse” series by leading us through his own life verse: John 15:13. At the cross, we see the proof and measure of God’s love for us, and the model for how we should love others — sacrificially at a cost to ourselves.

My (Ministry) Life Verse

Pastor Gregg Matte continues our "My Life Verse" series by teaching on his ministry life verse, 1 Thessalonians 2:8. We learn how to be difference makers by showing others that we care, we’re happy to help, and by choosing to share our lives and our Lord with others. The risk of vulnerability for the sake of God’s ministry is worth it!

My Life Verse - Part 1

Through his personal life verse of John 3:30, Pastor Gregg Matte dives into how believers can find their own verse to experience God’s guidance, joy, and encouragement through their hills and valleys. By keeping His Word ready on our hearts, we can find joy and purpose as we increase Christ and decrease ourselves!

For the REST of Your Life

Executive Pastor Dr. Stephen Trammell shares a Memorial Day message based on Mark 6:30-34. By responding to Jesus' invitation, embracing the place that recalibrates your pace, and serving others from your reservoir of rest, we can be people who are both productive and powerful for God's kingdom!

The People of Houston's First

Sharing the last message in our months-long series in Romans, Pastor Gregg Matte dives into Romans 16:17-27 and discusses the people who are remembered for good both in Paul's letter and at Houston's First. By promoting unity, giving our lives away, and prioritizing praise, we too can leave a legacy worth remembering.