Merlin Miller begins a short, 3 week series focused on stewardship. This first one will focus on establishing a foundation and basis for the concept of stewardship, along with some overarching principles from Scripture that demonstrate our understanding of this topic.
What SPIRIT Do I Listen To
Believers are called to test every teaching, influence, and worldview against Scripture rather than accepting what merely sounds right or feels good. The message emphasizes that truth is found in Jesus Christ and God's Word, not in culture or personal opinion. Because false teaching can appear convincing while subtly distorting the gospel, Christians are encouraged to follow the example of the Bereans by carefully examining everything in light of Scripture. The remedy for deception is not fear, but remaining firmly grounded in Christ, His truth, obedience, and love. The central question is: "Which voice am I listening to?" as the Spirit of Truth always leads us back to Jesus and His Word.
Set Apart and Called
Merlin Miller preaches a special sermon from Acts 13:2-3 in honor of commissioning, baptism and Communion. This short Bible text contains the pivotal words Set Apart & Called that propelled Paul and Barnabas on their first missionary journey.
42: What Do You Want Me To Do For You?
*Apologies for the poor and missing audio*
Merlin Miller continues to the Gospel of Mark series, with this 42nd sermon titled "What do you want me to do for you?" taken from Mark 10:46-52. This text serves is a counterpart to the previous text, sharing some important similarities and some important differences as Mark transitions from the mobile ministry of Jesus to the final events of his life in Jerusalem.
41: What Do You Want Me To Do For You?
Merlin Miller returns to the Gospel of Mark series, with this 41st sermon titled "What do you want me to do for you?" taken from Mark 10:35-45. This text serves as a bookend to the upside down nature of the kingdom that was demonstrated in previous texts and as a transition to the final teachings and events in Jesus' earthly life.
Look At Me
Every day, we present the version of ourselves we want the world to see. Yet, scripture reminds us that God does not look at our well put together lives outwardly but the unfiltered condition of our hearts.
40: The Gospel of the Upside Down Kingdom
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!
39: Upside Down Kingdom
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.
38: Upside Down Kingdom
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.
37: Upside Down Kingdom
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.
What Will Survive The Fire
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.
36: Upside Down Kingdom
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.
35: Upside Down Kingdom
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.
34: O Faithless Generation
Merlin Miller continues the Gospel of Mark series, with this 34rd sermon taken from Mark 9 and entitled O Faithless Generation.
33: Beloved Son
Merlin Miller continues the Gospel of Mark series, with this 33rd sermon taken from Mark 9 and entitled Beloved Son.
32: God's Ways vs Man's Ways
Merlin Miller continues the Gospel of Mark series, with this 32nd sermon taken from Mark 8:31-9:1 and entitled God's Ways vs Man's Ways.
Living According to the Spirit
Guest Preacher on a Missions Sunday Morning.
31: Healed to See
Merlin Miller returns to the Gospel of Mark series, with this 31st sermon taken from Mark 8:22-30 and entitled Healed to see. Mark includes a unique event in Jesus' ministry to connect the text of his gospel account together, but also to instruct the reader.
Easter - Who Do You Say That I Am?
As we celebrate Easter the question rings out, "Who do you say that I am?" Explore with a number of men from the congregation who Jesus is, through Scripture and testimony.
Good Friday - Who Do You Say That I Am?
On Good Friday the question rings out, "Who do you say that I am?" Explore with a number of men from the congregation who Jesus is, through Scripture and testimony.