All Episodes

44 mins #55 Sep 18, 25

A Critique of Pure Reason Pt. 1 (1 Corinthians 1:18-24)

Mark unpacks 1 Corinthians 1 to expose our obsession with leaders and “eloquent wisdom,” showing why the seemingly foolish message of the cross is the true power, courage, and center of the Christian life.

32 mins Sep 15, 25

SPECIAL EPISODE: Why the World Feels Broken (and What to Do About It)

Special Episode: In the wake of tragedy, Mark Clark addresses the big question—where is God when the world feels broken?

44 mins #54 Sep 11, 25

6 Rules for Raising Kids (1 Corinthians 1:15-17)

Mark shares 6 rules for raising kids who love and follow Jesus, showing how to disciple your household in a culture set on counter-discipling them.

55 mins #53 Sep 04, 25

The End of the World (1 Corinthians 1:8-9)

Mark unpacks 1 Corinthians and shows why life makes sense when you see the end clearly—God sustains you, your hope is secure, and your life can point others to Him.

49 mins #52 Aug 29, 25

Experiencing God (1 Corinthians 1:6-7)

Feeling lost? Mark unpacks why adversity shapes us, how faith is both rational and experiential, and why experiencing Jesus changes everything.

50 mins #51 Aug 22, 25

How to Get Rich Quick (1 Corinthians 1:4-5)

Mark unpacks 1 Corinthians 1:4–5, showing why gratitude matters, how God—not us—gets the credit, and how Jesus enriches life with joy, meaning, and hope that circumstances can’t take away.

48 mins #50 Aug 14, 25

Amazing Grace (1 Corinthians 1:2-3)

Amazing Grace (1 Corinthians 1:2-3)

43 mins #49 Aug 07, 25

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.

3 mins Aug 05, 25

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!

38 mins #48 Jul 03, 25

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.

42 mins #47 May 16, 25

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.

45 mins #1 May 08, 25

Does the Bible allow for the existence of aliens?

Anything Goes Pt. 5What 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

51 mins #1 Apr 24, 25

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

Anything Goes Pt. 4Are 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

51 mins #1 Apr 21, 25

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

Anything Goes Pt. 3Why 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

47 mins #1 Apr 10, 25

Evolution, Adam and Eve and the Bible

Anything Goes Pt. 2Can 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

47 mins #1 Apr 03, 25

Why Are Abortion and Weed Such Big Issues for Christians?

Anything Goes Pt. 1Mark 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

45 mins #1 Mar 13, 25

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

42 mins #1 Mar 07, 25

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

48 mins #1 Feb 18, 25

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

49 mins #1 Feb 07, 25

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!