Martin Houston has personally experienced the thrills of success and the agony of disappointment. Born in Centre, Alabama, he aspired to be a professional football player for the Dallas Cowboys. Martin passionately pursued his dream, achieving All-State (3 times) and “1987 Player of the Year” honors at CCHS. At the University of Alabama, he rushed for over 1,000 yards and was known for getting the tough yards. He played on two SEC Championship Teams and the 1992 National Championship Team. He was recognized as a leader on and off the field, receiving such honors as “The Sylvester Croom - Commitment to Excellence Award”, Academic All-SEC, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) President and “The Charlie Compton-Christian Leadership Award”. Martin realized his dream by signing with the NFL Pittsburgh Steelers in 1993. A freak knee injury ended his career prematurely, but he never missed a beat.

Today, Martin is known for his commitment to achieve at the highest level.
Early in his life, he learned the importance of goal setting, hard work, believing in yourself, never quitting and setting high standards. During his time at Alabama, he really honed these skills. Since graduating from the University, he has combined these principles into one of his most presented topic, “The Winning Game Plan”. He also saw the direct benefit of these principles in his professional career at BellSouth/ATT. Martin was a Pinnacle Award Winner (Top Performer) as a manager, as well as a three-time Gateway II Participant (program for high potential leaders).

Martin is known as an engaging and energetic communicator who equips and empowers his audiences. Due to a very diverse and extensive background, he is comfortable speaking to a variety of different audiences. As a public speaker, he has learned to connect with his audiences by delivering relevant and practical messages mixed with life-changing challenges and timely humor.

As a spiritual leader and minister of the gospel, Martin is committed to edifying people and unifying the body of Christ. He has served in positions ranging from church planter to Executive Senior Pastor. He is the pre-launch phase of Catalyst Community Church (www.catalystchurchonline.com), launching Easter Sunday 2011. He also serve as Executive Staff Coach for Daystar Family Church. He is employed by PraiseFest Ministries (www.praisefestministries.com) as Large Group Coordinator and Public Relations Director, as well as serves on the Executive Board of Directors. Martin is best known for his ability to communicate deep spiritual messages in a real, relevant and practical way. Over the past 20 years, Martin has developed into a powerful, dynamic and anointed communicator, who uses passion and humor to communicate life-impacting messages. Whether speaking in a church, to students or to corporate leaders, Martin wants to engage, to equip and to empower his audience.

“It is my incredible honor to recommend to you the powerful ministry of Martin Houston. Martin is a dear friend and brother that I totally believe in. Martin is a man of honor, integrity, and purpose. I have watched God use him to ignite men. Being a former college and pro football player he carries the attention of the room. He is an unbelievable communicator. Martin communicates with passion, humor, and a deep sense of the presence of God. You could not go wrong in using Martin in any setting including leadership and market place meetings.”

Patrick Schatzline, Pastor, Summit Church at Birmingham & Founder, Mercy Seat Ministries

Date • City/State • Venue • Time • Contact

2/22/12 • Linden, AL • Various Schools - FRONTLINE • 
2/22/12 • Linden, AL • Various Schools - FRONTLINE • 
2/22/12 • Linden, AL • Linden Baptist Church - FRONTLINE •