

The Mark Clark Podcast
Mark Clark
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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Aug 29, 2025 • 49min
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.

Aug 22, 2025 • 50min
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.

Aug 14, 2025 • 48min
Amazing Grace (1 Corinthians 1:2-3)
Amazing Grace (1 Corinthians 1:2-3)

Aug 7, 2025 • 43min
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 5, 2025 • 3min
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!

Jul 3, 2025 • 38min
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.

May 16, 2025 • 42min
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 8, 2025 • 45min
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

Apr 24, 2025 • 51min
Can women preach, teach, and be a pastor in the Church?
The podcast dives into the hotly debated topic of women's roles in church leadership. It challenges controversial biblical passages and emphasizes the need for love and unity in this discussion. By exploring historical contexts, the speaker argues for the inclusion of women in preaching and teaching. Humorous anecdotes highlight the struggle between ministry and personal devotion. The rising influence of women in restrictive environments shows a global shift, advocating for shared leadership and recognizing the value of all believers.

Apr 21, 2025 • 51min
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