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Our teaching team rotates every week as part of our weekend services. This allows us to have live teaching each week at every location and experience a variety of teaching styles. Under the leadership of Pastor Matt, the teaching team delivers the same message at each campus and, no matter which location you attend, it will always be focused on the Bible.
Central Location
What does it look like when the gospel takes hold of your ambitions, calendar, and relationships? In this message from Romans 15:14–33, we explore what it means to stop being spiritual passengers and become active participants in God's mission. Discover how to recognize your unique calling, give God the credit for the fruit, and live beyond your comfort zone to reach others. True Christian community also means leaning on one another through prayer and faithful, shoulder-to-shoulder service. Don't just enjoy what God is doing—join Him in it today!
Christian maturity is measured not by how well we win an argument, but by how willingly we lay down our preferences to help others follow Jesus. In this message from Romans 14:13–15:13, we explore what it means to move past personal opinions—whether in the parking lot, the worship center, or daily life—and instead choose love over our rights. True strength isn't about demanding our own way; it's about carrying the weaknesses of others just as Christ carried us. Discover how God's Word builds true unity, and learn why the church is a family built by grace rather than an exclusive club of preferences. Join us as we look at how to make room for one another so that our differences make the gospel more visible across San Antonio, Boerne, and beyond.
In an increasingly divided world, faithful Christians often find themsIelves disagreeing on secondary issues, personal preferences, and disputable matters. In this message from Romans 14:1–12, we explore how to hold strong convictions without allowing secondary differences to divide the family of God. Discover why unity does not require uniformity and how we can choose grace over judgment when opinions clash. Learn how to get out of the judge's chair, let Jesus remain Lord of other people, and remember that we all ultimately belong to Him.
It is easy to follow Jesus when we are surrounded by believers at church, but how does our faith impact our everyday life? In this message from Romans 13:1–14, we explore what it looks like to move from theoretical belief to practical action in the real world. Paul calls us to live as good citizens by respecting authority, to live as good neighbors by loving others, and to wake up from spiritual complacency with a sense of urgency. Above all, we are challenged to daily "put on Christ" and allow His grace, patience, and truth to guide every interaction—at work, at home, and online. Watch to discover how living like Jesus in our daily routines can transform our hearts and impact our surrounding community.
In this sermon, we explore Romans 12:1–21 to examine what a truly transformed life looks like. While many view faith as an exterior adjustment, the gospel works from the inside out to change how we think, view ourselves, and treat others. Moving beyond mere intellectual agreement, Paul urges us to offer our lives as living sacrifices in response to God’s incredible mercy. True worship requires daily surrender—allowing God’s Word to shape our minds rather than letting the surrounding culture push us into its mold. Watch to learn how surrendered living, mind renewal, and Christlike love can overcome evil with good.
In this powerful sermon on Romans 11:33–36, we explore what it truly means to recognize that everything begins with God, is sustained by God, and ultimately exists for His glory. When life's circumstances and unanswered questions leave us struggling to understand His plan, the apostle Paul shows us how explanation gives way to adoration. Through the three defining phrases—From Him, Through Him, and To Him—we learn how to shift our worldview from self-centered control to a life grounded in genuine worship. Discover how embracing God as your Source, Sustainer, and Purpose releases you from the burden of managing everything yourself and invites you into deep freedom. Join us as we examine how gratitude, dependence, and living for His glory can completely reshape your daily walk with Christ.
Are you going in the right general direction spiritually, but trusting the wrong thing? In this sermon on Romans 9:31-10:21, we discover that you don’t get right with God by trying harder. You get right with God by trusting Christ. You can be sincere, religious, and passionate, yet still miss the very salvation God freely offers. Jesus didn't make a down payment on your salvation so you could earn the rest; He paid it all, bringing rescue within your reach if you will simply surrender and call on His name. But once we receive this good news, we are called to pass it on: saved people share the message so others can hear, believe, and be saved too.
In this sermon on Romans 9:1–31, we dive into one of the most challenging and frequently debated passages in Scripture to unpack God's sovereignty, election, and mercy. Addressing the hard questions surrounding God's choices, Paul reveals that His promises have never depended on human bloodline, pedigree, or performance reviews. Using the vivid illustration of clay in the hands of a patient potter, this message explores how God’s freedom to extend mercy transforms outsiders and "collapsed clay" into His beloved children. Rather than striving to run a performance race through our own effort, we are invited to stop performing and simply receive righteousness through faith in Jesus. Watch to discover why your standing with God isn't a test you have to earn, but a gift of His overwhelming mercy.
Are you truly secure in your faith when life's hardest trials hit? In this message on Romans 8:31–39, we explore the unbreakable promise of God's love and why those in Christ are permanently safe. While suffering, accusations, and unexpected challenges are real, nothing in all creation has the power to separate you from the Savior who died, rose, and intercedes for you. Your ultimate security relies not on how tightly you hold onto God, but on His unwavering commitment to hold onto you. Watch to discover the peace that comes from knowing the ultimate Judge has already declared you justified, now and forever.
In the messiest seasons of life, it can often feel like everything is falling apart and God is nowhere to be found. However, Romans 8:28–31 reminds us that just because we cannot see the full picture, it does not mean God has stopped working on our behalf. His ultimate goal is not merely to keep us comfortable in our current circumstances, but to transform our character and conform us to the image of His Son. Because our salvation and ultimate destination rest firmly in God's hands, no earthly struggle or trial can ever derail His purpose for our lives. You do not have to understand every detail of the process to place your full trust in the One who is directing it—because if God is for us, who can truly stand against us?
North Location
As we conclude our year-long series on the book of Romans, we explore the powerful final chapter and discover that the gospel is not just something we study, but a story we enter, a family we join, and a mission we carry. From Paul's personal greetings to early believers to his urgent call to love one another deeply while standing firm in God's truth, Romans 16 reminds us that theology is meant to show up in our everyday relationships. We are not saved merely to fill a seat or watch from the sidelines, but to play an active role in God's family and pass the baton of the gospel to the next generation. Ultimately, this letter points us past ourselves to the God of peace, ensuring that Jesus remains the true hero of the story. The letter is finished, but our mission has only just begun!
What does it look like when the gospel takes hold of your ambitions, calendar, and relationships? In this message from Romans 15:14–33, we explore what it means to stop being spiritual passengers and become active participants in God's mission. Discover how to recognize your unique calling, give God the credit for the fruit, and live beyond your comfort zone to reach others. True Christian community also means leaning on one another through prayer and faithful, shoulder-to-shoulder service. Don't just enjoy what God is doing—join Him in it today!
Christian maturity is measured not by how well we win an argument, but by how willingly we lay down our preferences to help others follow Jesus. In this message from Romans 14:13–15:13, we explore what it means to move past personal opinions—whether in the parking lot, the worship center, or daily life—and instead choose love over our rights. True strength isn't about demanding our own way; it's about carrying the weaknesses of others just as Christ carried us. Discover how God's Word builds true unity, and learn why the church is a family built by grace rather than an exclusive club of preferences. Join us as we look at how to make room for one another so that our differences make the gospel more visible across San Antonio, Boerne, and beyond.
In an increasingly divided world, faithful Christians often find themsIelves disagreeing on secondary issues, personal preferences, and disputable matters. In this message from Romans 14:1–12, we explore how to hold strong convictions without allowing secondary differences to divide the family of God. Discover why unity does not require uniformity and how we can choose grace over judgment when opinions clash. Learn how to get out of the judge's chair, let Jesus remain Lord of other people, and remember that we all ultimately belong to Him.
It is easy to follow Jesus when we are surrounded by believers at church, but how does our faith impact our everyday life? In this message from Romans 13:1–14, we explore what it looks like to move from theoretical belief to practical action in the real world. Paul calls us to live as good citizens by respecting authority, to live as good neighbors by loving others, and to wake up from spiritual complacency with a sense of urgency. Above all, we are challenged to daily "put on Christ" and allow His grace, patience, and truth to guide every interaction—at work, at home, and online. Watch to discover how living like Jesus in our daily routines can transform our hearts and impact our surrounding community.
In this sermon, we explore Romans 12:1–21 to examine what a truly transformed life looks like. While many view faith as an exterior adjustment, the gospel works from the inside out to change how we think, view ourselves, and treat others. Moving beyond mere intellectual agreement, Paul urges us to offer our lives as living sacrifices in response to God’s incredible mercy. True worship requires daily surrender—allowing God’s Word to shape our minds rather than letting the surrounding culture push us into its mold. Watch to learn how surrendered living, mind renewal, and Christlike love can overcome evil with good.
In this powerful sermon on Romans 11:33–36, we explore what it truly means to recognize that everything begins with God, is sustained by God, and ultimately exists for His glory. When life's circumstances and unanswered questions leave us struggling to understand His plan, the apostle Paul shows us how explanation gives way to adoration. Through the three defining phrases—From Him, Through Him, and To Him—we learn how to shift our worldview from self-centered control to a life grounded in genuine worship. Discover how embracing God as your Source, Sustainer, and Purpose releases you from the burden of managing everything yourself and invites you into deep freedom. Join us as we examine how gratitude, dependence, and living for His glory can completely reshape your daily walk with Christ.
Are you going in the right general direction spiritually, but trusting the wrong thing? In this sermon on Romans 9:31-10:21, we discover that you don’t get right with God by trying harder. You get right with God by trusting Christ. You can be sincere, religious, and passionate, yet still miss the very salvation God freely offers. Jesus didn't make a down payment on your salvation so you could earn the rest; He paid it all, bringing rescue within your reach if you will simply surrender and call on His name. But once we receive this good news, we are called to pass it on: saved people share the message so others can hear, believe, and be saved too.
In this sermon on Romans 9:1–31, we dive into one of the most challenging and frequently debated passages in Scripture to unpack God's sovereignty, election, and mercy. Addressing the hard questions surrounding God's choices, Paul reveals that His promises have never depended on human bloodline, pedigree, or performance reviews. Using the vivid illustration of clay in the hands of a patient potter, this message explores how God’s freedom to extend mercy transforms outsiders and "collapsed clay" into His beloved children. Rather than striving to run a performance race through our own effort, we are invited to stop performing and simply receive righteousness through faith in Jesus. Watch to discover why your standing with God isn't a test you have to earn, but a gift of His overwhelming mercy.
Are you truly secure in your faith when life's hardest trials hit? In this message on Romans 8:31–39, we explore the unbreakable promise of God's love and why those in Christ are permanently safe. While suffering, accusations, and unexpected challenges are real, nothing in all creation has the power to separate you from the Savior who died, rose, and intercedes for you. Your ultimate security relies not on how tightly you hold onto God, but on His unwavering commitment to hold onto you. Watch to discover the peace that comes from knowing the ultimate Judge has already declared you justified, now and forever.
In the messiest seasons of life, it can often feel like everything is falling apart and God is nowhere to be found. However, Romans 8:28–31 reminds us that just because we cannot see the full picture, it does not mean God has stopped working on our behalf. His ultimate goal is not merely to keep us comfortable in our current circumstances, but to transform our character and conform us to the image of His Son. Because our salvation and ultimate destination rest firmly in God's hands, no earthly struggle or trial can ever derail His purpose for our lives. You do not have to understand every detail of the process to place your full trust in the One who is directing it—because if God is for us, who can truly stand against us?
In this study of Romans 8:12–17, we explore what it truly means to live as a child of God set free from the power of sin. You owe nothing to your past or the flesh—through the Holy Spirit, you have been given the power to walk in true freedom. You are no longer a slave driven by fear, but an adopted heir who can draw near to God and call Him Abba, Father. While life today brings real trials and struggles, your story doesn't end in suffering. As a co-heir with Christ, your greatest glory and eternal inheritance are still ahead!
In this teaching on Romans 8:1–11, we explore what it means to be "Set Free To Live" through the power of God, Christ, and the Holy Spirit. Discover how believers receive a New Standing in verses 1–4, where Jesus fulfills the law’s requirements and removes all condemnation. Learn how the Holy Spirit provides New Power (verses 5–9) to shift our minds away from the flesh and toward true life and peace. Finally, verses 10–11 reveal the New Life available to us, as the same Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead dwells within us to bring continuous renewal. Join us as we unpack these powerful truths and step into the spiritual freedom offered in Christ Jesus!
Northwest Location
As we conclude our year-long series on the book of Romans, we explore the powerful final chapter and discover that the gospel is not just something we study, but a story we enter, a family we join, and a mission we carry. From Paul's personal greetings to early believers to his urgent call to love one another deeply while standing firm in God's truth, Romans 16 reminds us that theology is meant to show up in our everyday relationships. We are not saved merely to fill a seat or watch from the sidelines, but to play an active role in God's family and pass the baton of the gospel to the next generation. Ultimately, this letter points us past ourselves to the God of peace, ensuring that Jesus remains the true hero of the story. The letter is finished, but our mission has only just begun!
What does it look like when the gospel takes hold of your ambitions, calendar, and relationships? In this message from Romans 15:14–33, we explore what it means to stop being spiritual passengers and become active participants in God's mission. Discover how to recognize your unique calling, give God the credit for the fruit, and live beyond your comfort zone to reach others. True Christian community also means leaning on one another through prayer and faithful, shoulder-to-shoulder service. Don't just enjoy what God is doing—join Him in it today!
Christian maturity is measured not by how well we win an argument, but by how willingly we lay down our preferences to help others follow Jesus. In this message from Romans 14:13–15:13, we explore what it means to move past personal opinions—whether in the parking lot, the worship center, or daily life—and instead choose love over our rights. True strength isn't about demanding our own way; it's about carrying the weaknesses of others just as Christ carried us. Discover how God's Word builds true unity, and learn why the church is a family built by grace rather than an exclusive club of preferences. Join us as we look at how to make room for one another so that our differences make the gospel more visible across San Antonio, Boerne, and beyond.
In an increasingly divided world, faithful Christians often find themsIelves disagreeing on secondary issues, personal preferences, and disputable matters. In this message from Romans 14:1–12, we explore how to hold strong convictions without allowing secondary differences to divide the family of God. Discover why unity does not require uniformity and how we can choose grace over judgment when opinions clash. Learn how to get out of the judge's chair, let Jesus remain Lord of other people, and remember that we all ultimately belong to Him.
It is easy to follow Jesus when we are surrounded by believers at church, but how does our faith impact our everyday life? In this message from Romans 13:1–14, we explore what it looks like to move from theoretical belief to practical action in the real world. Paul calls us to live as good citizens by respecting authority, to live as good neighbors by loving others, and to wake up from spiritual complacency with a sense of urgency. Above all, we are challenged to daily "put on Christ" and allow His grace, patience, and truth to guide every interaction—at work, at home, and online. Watch to discover how living like Jesus in our daily routines can transform our hearts and impact our surrounding community.
In this sermon, we explore Romans 12:1–21 to examine what a truly transformed life looks like. While many view faith as an exterior adjustment, the gospel works from the inside out to change how we think, view ourselves, and treat others. Moving beyond mere intellectual agreement, Paul urges us to offer our lives as living sacrifices in response to God’s incredible mercy. True worship requires daily surrender—allowing God’s Word to shape our minds rather than letting the surrounding culture push us into its mold. Watch to learn how surrendered living, mind renewal, and Christlike love can overcome evil with good.
In this powerful sermon on Romans 11:33–36, we explore what it truly means to recognize that everything begins with God, is sustained by God, and ultimately exists for His glory. When life's circumstances and unanswered questions leave us struggling to understand His plan, the apostle Paul shows us how explanation gives way to adoration. Through the three defining phrases—From Him, Through Him, and To Him—we learn how to shift our worldview from self-centered control to a life grounded in genuine worship. Discover how embracing God as your Source, Sustainer, and Purpose releases you from the burden of managing everything yourself and invites you into deep freedom. Join us as we examine how gratitude, dependence, and living for His glory can completely reshape your daily walk with Christ.
Are you going in the right general direction spiritually, but trusting the wrong thing? In this sermon on Romans 9:31-10:21, we discover that you don’t get right with God by trying harder. You get right with God by trusting Christ. You can be sincere, religious, and passionate, yet still miss the very salvation God freely offers. Jesus didn't make a down payment on your salvation so you could earn the rest; He paid it all, bringing rescue within your reach if you will simply surrender and call on His name. But once we receive this good news, we are called to pass it on: saved people share the message so others can hear, believe, and be saved too.
In this sermon on Romans 9:1–31, we dive into one of the most challenging and frequently debated passages in Scripture to unpack God's sovereignty, election, and mercy. Addressing the hard questions surrounding God's choices, Paul reveals that His promises have never depended on human bloodline, pedigree, or performance reviews. Using the vivid illustration of clay in the hands of a patient potter, this message explores how God’s freedom to extend mercy transforms outsiders and "collapsed clay" into His beloved children. Rather than striving to run a performance race through our own effort, we are invited to stop performing and simply receive righteousness through faith in Jesus. Watch to discover why your standing with God isn't a test you have to earn, but a gift of His overwhelming mercy.
Are you truly secure in your faith when life's hardest trials hit? In this message on Romans 8:31–39, we explore the unbreakable promise of God's love and why those in Christ are permanently safe. While suffering, accusations, and unexpected challenges are real, nothing in all creation has the power to separate you from the Savior who died, rose, and intercedes for you. Your ultimate security relies not on how tightly you hold onto God, but on His unwavering commitment to hold onto you. Watch to discover the peace that comes from knowing the ultimate Judge has already declared you justified, now and forever.
In the messiest seasons of life, it can often feel like everything is falling apart and God is nowhere to be found. However, Romans 8:28–31 reminds us that just because we cannot see the full picture, it does not mean God has stopped working on our behalf. His ultimate goal is not merely to keep us comfortable in our current circumstances, but to transform our character and conform us to the image of His Son. Because our salvation and ultimate destination rest firmly in God's hands, no earthly struggle or trial can ever derail His purpose for our lives. You do not have to understand every detail of the process to place your full trust in the One who is directing it—because if God is for us, who can truly stand against us?
In this study of Romans 8:12–17, we explore what it truly means to live as a child of God set free from the power of sin. You owe nothing to your past or the flesh—through the Holy Spirit, you have been given the power to walk in true freedom. You are no longer a slave driven by fear, but an adopted heir who can draw near to God and call Him Abba, Father. While life today brings real trials and struggles, your story doesn't end in suffering. As a co-heir with Christ, your greatest glory and eternal inheritance are still ahead!
In this teaching on Romans 8:1–11, we explore what it means to be "Set Free To Live" through the power of God, Christ, and the Holy Spirit. Discover how believers receive a New Standing in verses 1–4, where Jesus fulfills the law’s requirements and removes all condemnation. Learn how the Holy Spirit provides New Power (verses 5–9) to shift our minds away from the flesh and toward true life and peace. Finally, verses 10–11 reveal the New Life available to us, as the same Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead dwells within us to bring continuous renewal. Join us as we unpack these powerful truths and step into the spiritual freedom offered in Christ Jesus!
In this powerful sermon from Mission City Church, Lead Pastor Matt Surber dives into the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14–30. Exploring the story of the three servants, Pastor Matt unpacks the critical difference between fear-driven paralysis and active, risk-taking faith. Discover why fear disguised as caution is still unfaithfulness, and how our view of God’s character directly shapes how we use what He has given us. God isn't asking for perfection or comparing your gifts to others—He is calling for immediate, faithful action with whatever is in your hands. Watch now to learn how to stop burying your gifts and start living with bold faith today!
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As we conclude our year-long series on the book of Romans, we explore the powerful final chapter and discover that the gospel is not just something we study, but a story we enter, a family we join, and a mission we carry. From Paul's personal greetings to early believers to his urgent call to love one another deeply while standing firm in God's truth, Romans 16 reminds us that theology is meant to show up in our everyday relationships. We are not saved merely to fill a seat or watch from the sidelines, but to play an active role in God's family and pass the baton of the gospel to the next generation. Ultimately, this letter points us past ourselves to the God of peace, ensuring that Jesus remains the true hero of the story. The letter is finished, but our mission has only just begun!
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