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The Journey Church Houston Podcast
The Journey Church Houston is a church plant in Houston, TX. The Journey exists to invite people on a Journey to discover the truth, goodness, and beauty of the Christian Story. We aspire to be a church that is Biblical, Thoughtful, Relational, and Missional. Our prayer is this podcast will equip believers to know what we believe, why we believe it, and how it makes sense of the world. Visit us at www.thejourneyhouston.org!
Episodes
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That You May Know the Power of Christ | Ephesians 1:15–23
Do you know about God, or do you truly know Him? In this episode, we explore Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 1:15–23, where he asks that God would open the eyes of…
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Blessed in Christ: Chosen, Redeemed, and Sealed (Ephesians 1:3–14)
What if your worth before God isn’t something you achieve but something you receive? In Ephesians 1:3–14, the apostle Paul opens his letter with a sweeping…
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Ephesians: United in Christ | Ephesians 1:1–2 + Overview
What does it really mean to belong? In this opening episode of our new series through Ephesians, Pastor Steven Hiller introduces Paul’s letter as a…
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From the Manger to the Throne | Psalm 110
Christmas tells us that Jesus has come, but Psalm 110 helps us see why He came and where the story is going. In this episode, Pastor Mace Perez helps us walk…
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Let Earth Receive Her King | Christmas Eve 2025 (Luke 1:31–33)
What’s wrong with the world, and is there any real hope it will ever be made right? In this Christmas Eve sermon, Pastor Mace Perez reflects on Luke 1:31–33…
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The Grand Story of Scripture | Session 13: The King Returns to Establish His Kingdom (Revelation)
The book of Revelation brings us to the end of the Story and the beginning of everything made new. How does the Bible end? Not with escape, but with…
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Love: Waiting for the King of Steadfast Love (Psalm 89)
What do you do when what you believe about God doesn’t seem to match what you’re experiencing? In Psalm 89, the psalmist praises God’s steadfast love…
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The Grand Story of Scripture | Session 12: The Church, the Kingdom's Embassy (Epistles)
Where do we live in the biblical story right now, and what does that mean for the Church? In Session 12 of The Grand Story of Scripture, we arrive at the…
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Joy: Rejoicing as We Long for the King (Psalm 98)
What does real joy look like when the world still feels unfinished? In this Advent message from Psalm 98, we explore a deeper, sturdier joy, one that doesn’t…
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The Grand Story of Scripture | Session 11: Kingdom Coming — The Kingdom is Delayed & Heralded (Acts)
In Acts 1:8, Jesus gives His disciples a mission that will change history: “You will be my witnesses … to the ends of the earth.” In this episode of The Grand…
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Peace: Longing for the King of Shalom (Psalm 72)
In this Advent message, we explore Psalm 72—a powerful prayer that gives voice to one of the deepest longings of the human heart: the longing for peace. All of…
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Hope: Though the Nations Rage, the King Will Reign (Psalm 2)
In a world marked by conflict, anxiety, and constant upheaval, Psalm 2 offers a surprising and stabilizing word of hope. In this Advent message, Pastor Steven…
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Genesis 50 | Not the End of the Story
The book of Genesis doesn’t end with resolution. It ends with a coffin. Yet Genesis 50 shows us that this is not the end of God’s story, and it’s not the end…
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The Grand Story of Scripture | Session 10: The King’s New Covenant — Death and Resurrection
In this episode, we reach the climax of the biblical story. The long-awaited King arrives, but instead of receiving Him, Israel rejects Him. That rejection…
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Genesis 48–49 | Jacob Blesses His Sons: Living and Dying by Faith
What does it mean to finish well in the Christian life? In this episode, we explore Jacob’s final moments in Genesis 48–49—moments filled with faith, prophetic…
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The Grand Story of Scripture | Session 9: The Advent and Presentation of the King! (Gospels: Part 1)
The story of Scripture reaches its climax in the arrival of the long-awaited King! In this episode of The Grand Story of Scripture, Pastor Steven Hiller…
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Genesis 46–47 | Israel Goes to Egypt: Trusting the God Who Keeps His Promises
Have you ever noticed how promises change the way we live? In Genesis 46–47, we find Jacob near the end of his life, finally learning to rest in God’s…
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The Grand Story of Scripture | Session 8: The National Kingdom’s Exile and Hopeful Return
Have you ever felt like life didn’t live up to your expectations? Israel knew that feeling deeply. In this episode of The Grand Story of Scripture, we explore…
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Jesus: The Word of God Who Is Enough and Cares for You | Women's Retreat 2025, Session 2
Do you ever feel like life is just a never-ending to-do list? Like you’re constantly juggling responsibilities, worries, and expectations without a moment to…
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Genesis 45 | The Perspective of God's Plan
What if the pain you’re walking through is actually part of something bigger? In Genesis 45, Joseph finally reveals himself to the brothers who sold him into…
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Anxious and Troubled About Many Things: What Jesus Taught Martha (and Us) | Women's Retreat 2025, Session 1
Do you ever feel like life is moving too fast ... juggling responsibilities, running from one task to the next, trying to do it all for everyone? In this first…
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The Grand Story of Scripture | Session 7: The Kingdom’s Rise and Fall (Kings, Pre-Exilic Prophets)
In this episode of The Grand Story of Scripture, we follow the dramatic rise and heartbreaking fall of Israel’s kingdom. From David’s victories to Solomon’s…
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Genesis 44 | Judah’s Redemption: From Selfish to Substitutionary
In Genesis 44, Judah, the brother who once sold Joseph into slavery, offers himself as a substitute for Benjamin. It’s one of the most moving redemption…
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The Grand Story of Scripture | Session 6: The Kingdom Is Here! Or is it? (Ruth, 1 & 2 Samuel, Psalms, Wisdom Books)
In this episode of The Grand Story of Scripture, Pastor Mace Perez explores the rising action of God’s redemptive story through Ruth, 1 & 2 Samuel, the Psalms…
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Genesis 42–43 | Joseph Tests His Brothers: God’s Grace in Disguise
What if the hardest seasons in your life were actually God’s mercy in disguise? In Genesis 42–43, Joseph puts his brothers to the test—not to condemn them, but…
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The Grand Story of Scripture | Session 5: The Kingdom's Perilous Beginnings (Joshua-Judges)
n this episode, Pastor Steven Hiller takes us through the dramatic rise and fall of Israel’s early Kingdom, from the triumphs of Joshua to the chaos of Judges…
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Genesis 41 | God’s Providence From the Prison to the Palace
What do you do when life doesn’t go according to plan, maybe even painfully so? In Genesis 41, Joseph’s story pivots “from the prison to the palace.” After…
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The Grand Story of Scripture | Session 4: God Calls Out and Constitutes His Kingdom People (Exodus–Deuteronomy)
The Grand Story of Scripture – Session 4: God Calls Out and Constitutes His Kingdom People (Exodus–Deuteronomy) In this episode of The Grand Story of…
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Genesis 40 | God Remembers Joseph
What do you do when it feels like God has forgotten you? In Genesis 40, Joseph sits unjustly imprisoned, waiting for God to act. Forgotten by people—but never…
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The Grand Story of Scripture | Session 3: Rising Action - God Promises His Kingdom (Genesis 4–50)
The Bible is not a random collection of stories—it’s one unified narrative, the true story of the world. In this episode of The Grand Story of Scripture…
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Genesis 39 | The Lord Was With Joseph
Where do we find strength and courage when life feels overwhelming? In Genesis 39, Joseph is betrayed, enslaved, falsely accused, and imprisoned—yet Scripture…
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The Grand Story of Scripture | Session 2: Exposition - The Garden Kingdom and Its Fall (Gen 1-3)
In this second session of The Grand Story of Scripture, we dive into the Garden Kingdom and its Fall (Genesis 1–3). These opening chapters aren’t just the…
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Genesis 38 | Judah and Tamar: God’s Sovereign Grace in Messy Lives
Life gets messy. Maybe you’ve made a bad financial decision, lost your temper with someone you love, or looked for comfort in the wrong places. In Genesis 38…
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The Grand Story of Scripture | Session 1: Introduction to Story and Narrative
Have you ever wondered if the Bible is just a collection of books—or if it all points to one big story? In this first session of The Grand Story of Scripture…
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Genesis 37 | Joseph: The Beloved Son Rejected
Our world is broken—filled with jealousy, anger, betrayal, and violence. In moments like these, we ask: Where is God? What happens to His purposes when evil…
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Family Discipleship Workshop: Family Worship
Parenting can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. 💛 In this episode, we dive into the heart of Family Worship—a simple, regular time for…
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Genesis 36 | Esau and the Nations: The Serpent’s Seed and God’s Plan
Are people born wicked, or do they have wickedness thrust upon them? Our culture loves reimagined villains and flawed heroes, but Genesis 36 gives us a better…
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Genesis 35 | From Isaac to Jacob: Passing the Torch of Faith
In Genesis 35, we see the torch of God’s promises and blessings passed from one generation to the next, despite sin, suffering, and loss. This passage invites…
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Genesis 34 | The Defiling of Dinah: How Not to Respond to Injustice
We live in a world where injustice is all around us—on the news, in our neighborhoods, and even in our closest relationships. How do we respond when wrongs are…
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Genesis 33 | Who is Your Lord?
In Genesis 33, Jacob finally comes face-to-face with his brother Esau. After years of scheming, striving, and fear, Jacob still thinks blessing is about…
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Genesis 32 | Jacob Wrestles with God: When God Brings Us to the End of Ourselves
What happens when God brings you to the end of yourself? In Genesis 32, Jacob wrestles with God and learns a life-changing truth: blessing comes through…
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Genesis 30:25–31:55 | The True Blessing of God
What does it really mean to be blessed? In this episode, Pastor Steven Hiller unpacks a complicated and often-overlooked section of Jacob’s story in Genesis…
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Genesis 29:31–30:24 | The Sons of Jacob: Born of Envy, Strife, and Longing
The Sons of Jacob: Born of Envy, Strife, and Longing Genesis 29:31–30:24 | The Journey Church Houston What do envy, rivalry, and the longing to be loved have…
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Genesis 29:1–30: Jacob the Deceiver Deceived, Yet Redeemed
Jacob: The Deceiver Deceived, Yet Redeemed Genesis 29:1–30 What do you do when the consequences of your own actions come full circle? In this episode, we look…
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Genesis 28 | Unexpected Grace: Jacob's Dream at Bethel
What kind of God meets us in our wandering, even when we’re not looking for Him? In Genesis 28, Jacob is running for his life when he unexpectedly encounters…
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Genesis 27 | Blessed in the Brokenness
In Genesis 27, we witness one of the most dysfunctional family moments in the Bible. Deception, favoritism, sibling rivalry, and misplaced trust. And yet, in…
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Genesis 26 | Isaac's Failures, the Lord's Faithfulness
What do you do when your best isn’t enough? Life is a lot like baseball. Full of wins and strikeouts, success and failure. In Genesis 26, we watch Isaac get it…
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Genesis 25 | From Abraham to Jacob: Promise vs. Performance
Are you what you repeatedly do? Or is there a better way to define who you are? In Genesis 25, we see a shift in the story of redemption: from Abraham, who…
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Genesis 24 | The Steadfast Faithfulness of GOd
In this message from Genesis 24, Pastor Steven unpacks the remarkable story of how God’s hesed—His steadfast, covenant-keeping love—is on display in the search…
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Hebrews 12:1-3 | Jesus the Unrivaled Hope
"Now it is your turn." These can be five of the most thrilling and terrifying words a person can hear. When the moment comes where God says, "It is your turn"…
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Genesis 23 | The Grave and the Promise
Why does death feel so wrong—even when we know it’s inevitable? In this powerful sermon from Genesis 23, we explore the deep and ancient tension between death…
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Genesis 22 | The Sacrifice of Isaac: The Lord Will Provide
Is God cruel to ask Abraham to sacrifice Isaac? Why would Abraham be willing to go through with it? In this sermon from Genesis 22, Pastor Mace Perez guides us…
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How to Read the Bible | Session 13: Review & New Testament Prophecy (Revelation)
How to Read the Bible | Session 13: Review & New Testament Prophecy (Revelation) Welcome to the final session of How to Read the Bible! In this closing class…
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Genesis 21 | The Birth of Isaac: Great is Thy Faithfulness
Who can you trust? In a world where trust is declining, where broken promises by parents, friends, or spouses leave us feeling anxious, alone, and exhausted…
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How to Read the Bible | Session 12: New Testament Letters
📖 How to Read the Bible | Session 12: New Testament Letters Welcome to Session 12 of our How to Read the Bible series! In this episode, we’re diving into the…
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Genesis 20 | Let the Nations Be Blessed
In this message from Genesis 20, Pastor Steven Hiller walks us through a powerful moment in Abraham’s journey of faith, a moment filled with fear, failure, and…
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How to Read the Bible | Session 11: New Testament Narrative
How to Read the Bible | Session 11: New Testament Narrative What’s the point of the Gospels? Are they just collections of inspirational teachings and miracles?…
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Genesis 18:16–19:38 | The Justice and Mercy of God
Will God allow our disobedience and idolatry to go unpunished? To address this question, we turn to one of the most sobering and surprising stories in…
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How to Read the Bible | Session 10: Old Testament Wisdom Literature
How to Read the Bible | Session 9: Old Testament Poetry 📖 Understanding the Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon The Wisdom Literature of the Bible is…
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Genesis 17:15-18:15 | Is Anything Too Hard For the Lord?
Genesis 17:15-18:15 | Is Anything Too Hard For the Lord? Do you believe in miracles? Do you believe that the Lord can and will do anything to fulfill His…