The Mark Clark Podcast

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Teaching, rants, conversations, and interviews. Stuff that Mark finds interesting and worth diving into at any given moment. Raw and fun. Mark riffs on everything from theology to business, marriage to movies, church life to leadership, coffee to family and relationships, apologetics to the everyday stuff of life.

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Episodes

Amazing Grace (1 Corinthians 1:2-3)

Aug 14, 2025•48 min•Ep. 50

God vs You (1 Corinthians 1:1)

Mark launches a new series, “Masterclass,” diving into 1 Corinthians to explore life, culture, and the courage to follow truth over feelings in a world gone wild.

Aug 07, 2025•43 min•Ep. 49

New Series: The Bible’s Masterclass on Life

The Mark Clark Podcast is kicking off a brand-new series: The Bible’s Masterclass on Life ! We’re diving into 1 Corinthians to tackle life’s biggest questions about purpose, faith, and fulfillment. The first episode drops later this week—don’t miss it!

Aug 05, 2025•3 min•Ep. 1

Raising Leaders, Building Legacy w/ Brad Lomenick

Mark sits down with Brad Lomenick for a powerful conversation on calling, leadership transitions, and raising up the next generation. From church planting to writing, nothing’s off the table in this honest, insightful episode.

Jul 03, 2025•38 min•Ep. 48

How to Win the Room w/ CJ Alvarado

CJ Alvarado joins Mark to talk leadership, movie magic, and how to “win the room”—whether it’s in business, faith, or life. Packed with insight, humor, and cinematic nostalgia.

May 16, 2025•42 min•Ep. 47

Does the Bible allow for the existence of aliens?

Anything Goes Pt. 5 What does the Bible say about aliens? Mark explores faith, science, and the cosmic question: are we alone? A mind-expanding journey through theology, culture, and the universe. To hear more from Mark, subscribe to his newsletter! https://go.bayside.church/pastormarkclark

May 08, 2025•45 min•Ep. 1

Can women preach, teach, and be a pastor in the Church?

Anything Goes Pt. 4 Are women allowed to preach and lead in church? Mark Clark unpacks controversial scriptures and shares how his view — and the church’s — has evolved through deep biblical study. To hear more from Mark, subscribe to his newsletter! ⁠ https://go.bayside.church/pastormarkclark⁠

Apr 24, 2025•51 min•Ep. 1

Why does God allow evil if he is fully in control?

Anything Goes Pt. 3 Why does a good God allow evil? Mark dives deep into this raw, emotional question—exploring philosophy, personal pain, and the story of Job in a way that will challenge and comfort believers and skeptics alike. To hear more from Mark, subscribe to his newsletter! https://go.bayside.church/pastormarkclark

Apr 21, 2025•51 min•Ep. 1

Evolution, Adam and Eve and the Bible

Anything Goes Pt. 2 Can the story of Adam and Eve coexist with evolution? Mark dives deep into scripture, science, and soul-searching to explore one of the biggest faith questions of our time—with humor, honesty, and clarity. To hear more from Mark, subscribe to his newsletter! https://go.bayside.church/pastormarkclark

Apr 10, 2025•47 min•Ep. 1

Why Are Abortion and Weed Such Big Issues for Christians?

Anything Goes Pt. 1 Mark dives deep into the hot-button topics of weed and abortion, cutting through cultural noise to offer a biblical response grounded in scripture and compassion. To hear more from Mark, subscribe to his newsletter! https://go.bayside.church/pastormarkclark

Apr 03, 2025•47 min•Ep. 1

The Problem of Life Pt. 2

From Genesis 3 to today, humans have struggled with one core issue: trying to be God. In this episode, we explore how overconfidence, control, and pride lead to our biggest failures—and why embracing our limits is the key to flourishing. To hear more from Mark, subscribe to his newsletter! ⁠https://go.bayside.church/pastormarkclark⁠

Mar 13, 2025•45 min•Ep. 1

The Problem of Life Pt. 1

Who are you? What does it mean to be human? In this episode, we dive deep into identity, meaning, and the spiritual longing wired into us. From Genesis to modern psychology, we explore why we can’t answer the question of ourselves without God—and what happens when we try.To hear more from Mark, subscribe to his newsletter! https://go.bayside.church/pastormarkclark

Mar 07, 2025•42 min•Ep. 1

The Problem of Life: A Conversation

Mark Clark dives into the big questions from his new book, The Problem of Life . Why do we suffer? How do we find meaning? What does faith have to do with identity? Tune in for an honest Q&A about the struggles we all face. The Problem of Life —out now! To hear more from Mark, subscribe to his newsletter! https://go.bayside.church/pastormarkclark

Feb 18, 2025•48 min•Ep. 1

The Power of the Bible: More Than Just Words

What if everything you thought about success, happiness, and truth was upside down? Mark Clark shares his powerful journey from atheism to faith, the transformative power of scripture, and why the Bible is more relevant than ever. Don’t miss this passionate and eye-opening episode!

Feb 08, 2025•49 min•Ep. 1

Sermon on the Mount Pt. 9

As we conclude the Sermon on the Mount series, Mark delves into Jesus’ final, powerful metaphor of two foundations. How are you building your life? This message will challenge you to move from hearing Jesus’ words to living them fully.

Jan 16, 2025•37 min•Ep. 1

Sermon on the Mount Pt. 8

How can we recognize deception when it’s clothed in goodness? This week, we dig into Jesus’ warning about false prophets, the dangers of self-deception, and how we can stay rooted in truth amidst false teachings. Don’t miss this powerful message on discernment and unwavering faith.

Jan 09, 2025•42 min•Ep. 1

Sermon on the Mount Pt. 7

Mark Clark unpacks Jesus’ invitation to ask, seek, and knock in Matthew, emphasizing the radical openness of God’s heart for us. He explores the power of prayer, God’s goodness as a Father, and what the golden rule looks like in practice, challenging us to live in awe and gratitude.

Jan 02, 2025•38 min•Ep. 1

The Christ's Birth

In this special Christmas message, Mark explores the heart of the Christmas story: God coming to earth, inviting the unworthy, and offering grace to all. Discover how the birth of Jesus moves us from amazement to faith, bringing light to our ordinary lives and hope to our souls. To hear more from Mark, subscribe to his newsletter! https://go.bayside.church/pastormarkclark

Dec 27, 2024•26 min•Ep. 1

The Prophet’s Hope

This week, Mark dives into Luke 1 and the story of John the Baptist’s birth, exploring themes of faith, obedience, and the courage to live for God. Discover how the Christmas story challenges us to move from doubt to belief and how we can live a life that points to Jesus. To hear more from Mark, subscribe to his newsletter! https://go.bayside.church/pastormarkclark

Dec 20, 2024•44 min•Ep. 1

The Mother’s Song

Discover the profound lessons of humility, the presence of the Holy Spirit, and the unseen realities of Christmas in this week’s episode. Mark delves into the stories of Mary, Elizabeth, and Zechariah to reveal how God’s plan unfolds through ordinary people in extraordinary ways.To hear more from Mark, subscribe to his newsletter! ⁠https://go.bayside.church/pastormarkclark⁠

Dec 19, 2024•47 min•Ep. 1

The Angel's Visit

Dive into The Magic of Christmas series with Mark as he explores Luke 1 and the powerful story of Mary, the virgin birth, and how God uses the unlikely to fulfill His extraordinary plans. Discover hope, redemption, and the transformative grace that Christmas offers us all. To hear more from Mark, subscribe to his newsletter! https://go.bayside.church/pastormarkclark "

Dec 13, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1

Sermon on the Mount Pt. 6

Mark Clark tackles one of the most prevalent issues of our time—worry and anxiety. In this episode, he draws from Matthew 6, sharing Jesus’ words on why we’re not alone in our struggles and offering practical steps to trust in God’s provision and love.

Nov 28, 2024•47 min•Ep. 1

Sermon on the Mount Pt. 5

Mark Clark unpacks Jesus’ teaching on storing treasures in heaven rather than on earth. In this episode, Mark challenges us to evaluate where our heart truly lies—on temporary comfort or lasting, eternal purpose.

Nov 21, 2024•41 min•Ep. 1

Sermon on the Mount Pt. 4

In this episode, Mark Clark unpacks Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 6 on humility and secret acts of faith. True righteousness, he explains, comes from a heart transformed by God—one that lives and gives in secret, seeking only God’s approval.

Nov 14, 2024•38 min•Ep. 1

Sermon on the Mount Pt. 3

In this episode, Mark Clark unpacks the meaning of integrity as Jesus describes in the Sermon on the Mount. Learn how living with honesty and letting your “yes” be “yes” can transform not only your life but the world around you.

Nov 07, 2024•41 min•Ep. 1

Sermon on the Mount Pt. 2

In this episode, Mark Clark dives into Jesus’ teaching on being the “salt of the Earth,” exploring identity, purpose, and how to live with meaning in a world that often feels empty. Discover how small acts can bring big impact and why being “salt” matters.

Nov 01, 2024•44 min•Ep. 1

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