Gateway Church Austin

Senior Pastor Carlos Ortiz preaches a message about Not Playing Small with your Faith, Generosity, and in your Relationships.

The mustard seed, known for being the smallest of all seeds, grows into a large tree. This parable holds profound lessons for us about the nature of God’s kingdom, spiritual growth, and the surprising impact of even the smallest acts of faith. The Kingdom of God is like that small mustard seed—it’s unstoppable, it’s growing, and it’s destined to become something of eternal significance.

Mark 4:26-29 - Jesus shares a short but profound parable about the kingdom of God. He compares the kingdom to a seed that grows in secret, unbeknownst to the sower. The message is simple, yet it uncovers profound truths about how God’s work unfolds in ways we often cannot see. Let's take a fresh, creative look at the parable, focusing on the mystery and beauty of growth.

Mark 4:21-25 - Jesus uses the metaphor of a lamp to teach powerful truths about how God's Word functions in our lives. Light is a central theme in this passage, revealing both our responsibility and privilege in how we handle and share the light of God's truth. 

Mark 4:1-20 - Jesus tells the Parable of the Sower to reveal the various ways people respond to God. The parable not only speaks of the sowing of seed but also highlights the different conditions of the heart and how they influence spiritual growth.

Listen as Pastor Carlos dissects Superbowl commercials and pulls spiritual truths from common cultural moments.

Mark 2:13-17 - Jesus demonstrates the relentless and inclusive nature of His mission. He calls Levi, a despised tax collector, to follow Him, and then shares a meal with him and other social outcasts. Through this encounter, Jesus shows that His mission is unstoppable because it’s not limited by social boundaries or human judgment. He doesn't seek the righteous, but those who recognize their need for Him. The message of forgiveness and healing is for everyone—no one is beyond His reach.

Mark 2:1-12 - In this passage, we witness the unstoppable power of Jesus' forgiveness. Jesus isn’t just offering a one-time fix—His forgiveness shakes the earth, changes hearts, and heals lives. This isn’t just “good news”—this is life-altering, jaw-dropping, can't-stop-it-now forgiveness.

Mark 1:21-28 - We get a front-row seat to the incredible, jaw-dropping power of Jesus. His authority isn’t just something to admire—it’s unstoppable, mind-blowing, and life-changing! Jesus shows up, and everything changes. It’s not just a teaching moment—it’s a kingdom-shaking experience. Let’s dive into these fun and powerful points about the unstoppable authority of Jesus!

Mark 1:1-15 - The Gospel of Mark shows us that the good news of Jesus is the fulfillment of God's promises. This powerful message, confirmed by Jesus' baptism and God's approval, invites us into a life-changing journey. By embracing it, we become part of God's grand story of redemption that unfolds throughout history and in our own lives.

Hear Pastor Carlos talk about how destructive it can be to put new wine into old wineskins, and letting our new goals for the year be dictated by our old habits.

Join us for our special Candlelight Service at Gateway. To watch the full service, you can visit our YouTube channel to find it there.

The birth of Jesus was the announcement of God’s eternal love for everyone. The shepherds, the wise men, Mary and Joseph—all were invited into the story of redemption. The message of Christmas is that God’s "Forever Home" includes everyone: those who are near, those who feel far, and those who, like the faithful, may sometimes feel forgotten. Everyone has a place in His family.

Zachariah and Elizabeth’s story is one of faithfulness in the face of silence. They had faithfully followed God, but their prayers for a child went unanswered for years. This message explores what it feels like when we’ve done everything right and yet God seems silent. How do we wait on God when we feel forgotten or overlooked?

Even Mary, who was intimately familiar with Jesus, had to grow in understanding who He truly was. This message challenges all of us—there is always more to learn about His nature, His mission, and what He’s calling us to. No matter how long we’ve known Him, there’s still room to grow.

Zachariah and Elizabeth’s story is one of faithfulness in the face of silence. They had faithfully followed God, but their prayers for a child went unanswered for years. This message explores what it feels like when we’ve done everything right and yet God seems silent. How do we wait on God when we feel forgotten or overlooked?

Anxiety will cripple us into a bubble of self-protection. Biblical gratitude combats fear of the future, with the beauty of presence.

Apathy will cause us to live disjointed lives. We will numb our pain deeming negative emotions to be useless. Biblical love drives out feelings of futility and points us towards purpose.

Anger unchecked leads us to overcorrect, believing it all depends on us. Biblical peace gives us an assurance of who God is and His control, regardless of the results.

Discover the character and love of God as we journey through the 7 major signs in the Gospel of John. We will look at the life and work of Jesus through the eyes of one of his best friends and faithful disciples. In these 7 signs we encounter a depth to the glory and majesty of God, and how these truths can radically change our lives. They take us from lost to found, broken to whole, and from death to live.