The Journey Church Houston Podcast

When the Beasts Rise and Rage | Daniel 7

When the world feels unstable, where can we look for hope?
In Daniel 7, the prophet Daniel receives a dramatic vision of beastly kingdoms rising from the sea, arrogant rulers opposing God, and a future marked by suffering and uncertainty. Yet above the chaos sits the Ancient of Days on His throne, and to the Son of Man is given an everlasting kingdom that will never be destroyed.
In this message, Pastor Mace Perez explores how Daniel 7 reorients God's people to endure faithfully in the midst of frightening and uncertain times. The kingdoms of this world may appear powerful, but they are temporary. The Ancient of Days is still reigning, and the kingdom ultimately belongs to the Son of Man and His people.
Whether you are navigating personal hardship, cultural uncertainty, political anxiety, or simply wondering where to find lasting hope, this passage offers a powerful reminder: the beasts are real, and the suffering is real, but neither is ultimate.
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God the Spirit | His Ministry: The Christian Life

What happens after we die? Is the Christian hope simply escaping to heaven—or something far greater?
In this final session of our “Nicene Creed: Foundations of the Christian Faith” Discipleship Class, Pastor Mace Perez explores one of the most beautiful and often misunderstood truths of Christianity: “We look for the resurrection of the dead and the life of the age to come.”
Together, we consider the Bible’s vision of resurrection, eternal life, the new heaven and new earth, and the renewing work of the Holy Spirit. Rather than describing eternity as disembodied souls floating in heaven forever, the Christian Story points us to the restoration of all things through Jesus Christ—the defeat of sin and death, renewed creation, resurrection bodies, and everlasting joy in the presence of God.
Whether you are a longtime Christian, spiritually curious, or wrestling with questions about heaven, suffering, purpose, and eternity, this conversation invites you to see the truth, goodness, and beauty of the Christian Story with fresh eyes.
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Faithful and Vindicated | Daniel 6

What do we do when what is right and what feels easiest don’t line up?
In Daniel 6, we encounter the familiar story of Daniel in the lions’ den. But beneath the surface is a deeper invitation to lives of quiet, steady faithfulness in a world constantly pulling our hearts in different directions.
Daniel’s courage wasn’t built in a single dramatic moment. It was formed through years of ordinary obedience, prayer, integrity, and trust in God.
In this sermon, Pastor Mace Perez explores what it means to remain faithful when honesty is costly, compromise is normalized, and cultural pressure quietly shapes our loves and loyalties. And ultimately, the story points us to Jesus—the greater Daniel—who was unjustly condemned, passed through death, and was vindicated through resurrection so that we could be welcomed into God’s unshakable kingdom.
If you’ve ever wrestled with integrity, compromise, distraction, pressure, or the fear of doing the right thing when it costs something, this message is for you.
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A Tale of Two Kings | Daniel 4–5

What happens when powerful rulers come face to face with the God of heaven?
In this sermon from Daniel 4–5, we explore the rise and fall of Nebuchadnezzar and Belshazzar and the ancient story behind the phrase “the writing is on the wall.”
Through dreams, pride, judgment, and restoration, the book of Daniel reminds us that history is not random and our lives are not ruled by fate or chance. There is a King above every earthly kingdom, writing a greater story and calling us to find our place in it.
Whether you’re skeptical, spiritually curious, returning to church, or looking for deeper biblical teaching, we hope this message helps you discover the truth, goodness, and beauty of the Christian Story.
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God the Spirit | His Ministry: The Church

What does the Holy Spirit actually do—and how does His work become real in our lives today?
In Session 10 of our Nicene Creed: Foundations of the Christian Faith Discipleship Class, Pastor Steven Hiller explores the ministry of the Holy Spirit in and through the Church. The Spirit is not distant or abstract—He is actively speaking through Scripture, forming a people, and drawing us into the reality of salvation through Jesus Christ.
In this episode, we unpack what it means to confess that the Spirit has “spoken through the prophets,” how the Word of Christ continues to dwell richly among God’s people, and why the historic marks of the Church—one, holy, catholic, and apostolic—still matter for our identity and life together today.
We also explore the meaning of baptism and how it serves as a visible, embodied expression of the saving work of Christ—pointing us to the grace we receive by faith and the new life we share in His body.
If you’re exploring Christianity or looking to deepen your understanding of how doctrine connects to everyday life, this episode is for you.
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Presence in the Fire | Daniel 3

What do you do when doing the right thing actually makes life harder?
In this message from Daniel 3, Pastor Mace Perez walks through one of the most well-known accounts in Scripture—the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego—and shows us that it’s not ultimately about escaping the fire… but about who is with you in it.
We all face pressure, uncertainty, and fear—moments where we don’t control the outcome and have to decide what we’re really trusting. And while no one’s asking us to bow to a golden statue, the pull toward “respectable” idols—success, approval, comfort—is real.
But what if faith isn’t about getting the outcome we want?What if it’s about trusting God for who He is… even if things don’t turn out the way we hoped?
In this sermon, you’ll explore:
The pressure to conform—and the courage to stand
Why faithfulness sometimes leads us into the fire, not out of it
The truth that God doesn’t always remove the fire—but He meets us in it
How this story ultimately points to Jesus, the One who entered the ultimate fire for us
Whether you’re exploring faith, returning to church, or looking to grow deeper, this message invites you to wrestle with a question we all face:
👉 Who or what will you trust when the pressure is on?
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God the Spirit | His Divinity

What comes to mind when you hear “Holy Spirit”?
For some, it feels mysterious… even confusing. Is the Spirit a force? A feeling? Just God’s presence? Or is He something more?
In this session of our Nicene Creed: Foundations of the Christian Faith Discipleship Class, Pastor Mace Perez helps us slow down and look carefully at what the Creed—and more importantly, Scripture—actually says about the Holy Spirit.
The early church didn’t add these words casually. They were clarifying something essential: the Holy Spirit is not an impersonal force. He is the Lord, fully God, the giver of life, worthy of our worship.
In this episode, we explore:
Why the original creed said so little about the Spirit—and why that changed
What it means to call the Holy Spirit “Lord”
How the Spirit gives both physical and spiritual life
What “proceeds from the Father” really means (and why it mattered in church history)
Why the Spirit is worshiped and glorified alongside the Father and the Son
Whether you’re a long-time believer or just beginning to explore Christianity, this teaching is designed to help you grow in clarity, confidence, and awe of who God is.
The Trinity isn’t a puzzle to solve—it’s the God who has made Himself known to us: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
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The God Who Reveals and Rules | Daniel 2

What happens when everything that feels strong starts to fall apart?
In this episode, Pastor Mace Perez walks through Book of Daniel chapter 2 and helps us wrestle with a question many of us feel but don’t always say out loud: Where can I find a foundation that won’t collapse when everything else does?
Comfort, success, relationships, health, financial stability—these things can look secure in the moment, but they’re more fragile than we think.
In Daniel 2, a powerful king has a dream that no one can explain. The best minds in his kingdom—his “experts,” his advisors—come up empty. And that’s the point. There are limits to human wisdom. There are things we simply cannot know… unless God reveals them.
But the good news is this: God doesn’t just reveal mysteries—He rules history.
This chapter gives us a sweeping vision of human kingdoms rising and falling—empires that once looked untouchable, now reduced to dust. And right in the middle of it all, we’re pointed to a coming kingdom that will never fall. A kingdom not built by human hands. A kingdom that will stand forever.
If you’ve ever felt the instability of this world… if you’ve ever wondered whether anything truly lasts… this episode is for you.
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God the Son | His Ministry: His Return and Kingdom

What if the future isn’t something to fear—but something to hope for?
In this episode, Pastor Mace Perez teaches from the Nicene Creed on the return of Christ—what it means that Jesus will come again in glory, judge the living and the dead, and establish a kingdom that will never end.
These ideas can feel confusing or even unsettling. But Scripture presents them as good news.
Walking through passages like Acts 1, Matthew 25, and Revelation 20, this episode explores why Christ’s return is not about speculation or date-setting—but about hope. A hope rooted in the promise that evil will be dealt with, justice will be done, and God’s kingdom will endure forever.
If you’ve ever wrestled with injustice, longed for restoration, or wondered where history is headed, this conversation is for you.
Jesus is coming back.Evil will not get the last word.And his kingdom will have no end.
If you’re exploring faith or taking steps to grow, you’re welcome here.
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Faithful in Exile | Daniel 1

Something about the world we’re living in feels different. Many people sense it, even if they struggle to find the right words to describe it.
The Bible has a word for that experience: exile.
In Daniel 1, we meet a young man taken from his home and immersed in a new culture with different values and expectations. Rather than responding with hostility or compromise, Daniel lives with wisdom, humility, and quiet conviction—honoring earthly authority while remaining ultimately loyal to God.
The story of the Bible is the story of God restoring His Kingdom through a promised Savior-King. And even when His people fail, God remains faithful. Daniel’s story reminds us that we can trust Him—and that it’s possible to live with clarity and courage, even in unfamiliar or uncomfortable circumstances.
In this episode, we explore:
Our first allegiance is to the Kingdom of God
Our second allegiance is to our earthly nation
And how to seek the good of where we live without compromising what matters most
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