Merlin Miller returns to the Gospel of Mark series with this 40th sermon titled The gospel of the upside down kingdom, taken from Mark 10:32-34. For the third time Jesus clearly states what awaits him in Jerusalem, yet to the disciples amazement (and fear) he continues to lead them that direction. The upside down-ness of this pulls at all of us, and yet it is precisely this "good news" that we are to receive and to proclaim!

Merlin Miller continues the Gospel of Mark series with this 39th sermon titled Upside down kingdom, taken from Mark 10:17-31. Once again this text continues, and expands, the reach of the upside down principles of God's kingdom. Entering the kingdom requires dependence, which is difficult for us, especially if we have means through our possessions.

Merlin Miller continues the Gospel of Mark series with this 38th sermon titled Upside down kingdom, taken from Mark 10:13-16. Jesus continues to use daily interactions with the disciples to illustrate principles of God's kingdom that seem backwards, or upside down, to us. The focus once again is on children, used to demonstrate the necessity of being born again to enter the kingdom of God.

Merlin Miller continues the Gospel of Mark series with this 37th sermon titled Upside down kingdom, taken from Mark 10:1-12. Though the subject matter dramatically shifts, the same "upside down" nature of God's ways versus man's ways continues, with the thread of selfishness woven throughout. This text addresses how God views marriage, given in response to the question divorce.

This sermon, from our overseer Steve Eicher titled, “What Will Survive the Fire?”, teaches that every believer is building a life on the foundation of Jesus Christ, but the quality of what we build will one day be tested by God. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 3, it emphasizes that while Christ is the only true foundation, our works— symbolized by gold, silver, and precious stones or by wood, hay, and stubble—determine whether our lives will produce eternal reward or loss. The message contrasts wise, faithful builders with careless or worldly ones, urging believers to devote themselves to godly virtues, spiritual disciplines, and kingdom work rather than selfish or temporary pursuits. Ultimately, it calls Christians to “take heed”—to carefully watch their lives, motives, and ministries—because only what is built for God’s glory will endure the fire of divine testing.

Merlin Miller continues the Gospel of Mark series with this 36th sermon titled Upside down kingdom, taken from Mark 9:38-50. How we interact with one another can either encourage someone or cause them to stumble. The upside down kingdom principle is that it is better for us to limit ourselves for the sake of others.

Merlin Miller continues the Gospel of Mark series with this 35th sermon titled Upside down kingdom, taken from Mark 9:30-37. Having hit a sort of climax with the transfiguration, Mark now begins the long drive toward the crucifixion. Along the way Jesus teaches, and demonstrates, that God's kingdom is an upside down kingdom from our perspective.

Merlin Miller continues the Gospel of Mark series, with this 34rd sermon taken from Mark 9 and entitled O Faithless Generation.

Merlin Miller continues the Gospel of Mark series, with this 33rd sermon taken from Mark 9 and entitled Beloved Son.

Merlin Miller continues the Gospel of Mark series, with this 32st sermon taken from Mark 8:31-9:1 and entitled God's Ways vs Man's Ways.