The Rejected Stone | Mark 12:1-12

We would never say we hate God, but that actually is a good definition of sin. Sin is more than actions against God; it is an attitude, disposition, heart against God. In Mark 12:1-12 Jesus tells the "Parable of the Tenants" and teaches us to see the sinfulness of sin and what it means to make Jesus your one, true foundation in life.

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Out With the Old, In With the New | Mark 11:12-26

In Mark 11:12-25, we see Jesus curse a fig tree. That seems odd to us, but it teaches us how Jesus' new kingdom is radically better than the old. It is the difference of living in freedom under the Spirit versus living in slavery under the Law. Listen and find out how to enter that new kingdom and experience its freedom.

Wealth, Impossibility, and the Kingdom | Mark 10:17-31

Jesus says it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God. Wow! Who then can be saved? Find out how all things are possible with God as we study Mark 10:17-31.

Children and the Better Kingdom | Mark 10:13-16

It is an understatement to say that raising children is difficult. Yet, we are not alone in the task! In Mark 10:13-16, Jesus affirms that he is for our children and that he gives us, both as parents and as a church, much grace to help our kids know and love God.

Faithfulness in Marriage | Mark 10:1-12

As we look to Jesus' teaching on divorce in Mark 10:1-12, we see that Jesus really is pushing us to look at the larger topic of faithfulness in marriage. What does it mean to enter into a covenant relationship with another person? How does one guard against a hardness of heart toward others? Listen and find out!

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The Kingdom of Humility - Mark 9:38-41

This morning we will be looking at Mark 9:38-41. The Kingdom of God, the better Kingdom that Jesus is building, is often marked differently than if we were to build our own, thankfully.  The biggest factor is ME.  And you.  We get in the way of building a better kingdom so often because we often seek our own self interest.  We want things our way, when we want them, and how we want them.  But Mark 9 will show us that Jesus is building a better kingdom because He seeks the ultimate good. So we can humbly submit to and proclaim Him and His better kingdom with joy. 

The Value of Life | Mark 1:40-45

We live in a time where human life is devalued. For example, this Wednesday (1/22) is the 47th anniversary of Roe v. Wade -- the court decision that legalized abortion in our country. What does the Bible say about the value of human life? What are we, as Christians, called to do today to preserve human life? We look to Mark 1:40-45 to help answer those questions and more.

A Glimpse of Glory | Mark 9:2-13

In Mark 9:2-13, we read that the disciples get a glimpse of Jesus' glory as he is transfigured before them. How does this event help us to not only understand God's glory but even enjoy it? Listen and find out!

Losing Life to Gain It | Mark 8:27-9:1

What does it mean to die to oneself? How does one actually gain life through losing his or her life? How can self-denial be a source of joy and fulfillment in one's life? Find out the answers to these questions as we look at Jesus' teaching on taking up the cross and following him in Mark 8:27-9:1.

Drama at Christ's Company Picnic | Mark 6:30-45

The feeding of the 5,000, one of Jesus’s best-known miracles is often misunderstood—by us, but even by the disciples who witnessed it and participated in it! They think they are on a company retreat with their CEO, but Jesus miraculously challenges them to think about him in different terms: the Good Shepherd, the Bread of Life. Those feeling starved in their Christian service and ministry, take heart! Your Shepherd feeds you!

Tell What the Lord Has Done - Mark 5:1-20

 Most of us want to witness -- you know, tell others about Jesus -- but where do we start? The passage in Mark 5:1-20 shows us that it is very simple: just tell others what the Lord has done in your life. Come find out all that the Lord has done in your life and find boldness to tell others about the Lord.

Peace In the Storm - Mark 4:35-41

While Jesus sleeps through a stormy gale, the disciples fear for their very lives and question if the Lord Jesus even cares for them. We can relate. Often, we also think the Lord is not caring or even watching over us. Let us look to Mark 4:35-41 to see the Lord's sovereign watchcare over us — even while in the storms of life.

Whose Side Are You On? | Mark 3:20-30

We continue our sermon series in Mark looking at 3:20-30. Jesus again is confronted by the religious leaders now as they make assessments on how he is able to perform these miracles. But not only the religious leaders but even his close family is concerned for him. What we'll see this morning is that we all are on a side as it relates to Jesus, but whose side are you on? How you answer that question has eternal significance.

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God's Weekly Grace for the Rest of Us - Mark 2:23 - 3:6

Whether we’re spent from a 50+ hour week, trying to keep the house from falling apart or from having to constantly prove ourselves to family, we all could use more rest. In today’s passage, Jesus proves to be the King of rest, but his enemies are too preoccupied with the “law” of rest to marvel at the miraculous renewal he brings. Are they insane!? Probably, but so are we when we prefer to grind our lives away trying to win God’s love, when all we have to do is embrace what he has freely given us.

Experiencing True Healing - Mark 2:1-12

We all need healing! Not just physical healing such as from an illness, but also relational and spiritual healing -- where we are restored to others and to God. Find out what Mark 2:1-12 says about experiencing true healing.

Following Jesus and Gaining Life - Mark 1:14-20, 2:13-17

Jesus is beginning his earthly ministry as he both announces and ushers in the Kingdom of God by proclaiming a message of the Gospel of God, repent and believe, to common fishermen and sinful tax collectors. The Kingdom Jesus brings is that of Life, of healing, and so we, too, can follow him.

What's Love Got To Do With It?

In this message, we hear the story of the rich young ruler, and focus on Jesus' great love and compassion.

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Mark 4:26-29 - How God Grows His Kingdom

In this sermon, Rev. Jon Talley brings us to Mark 4:26-29. Jon is presently RUF pastor at Washington and Lee University in Lexington, VA. He has accepted a call to come to Milwaukee’s eastside to plant a church there, completing our search for a teammate to Mike Wenzler (RUF-UWM) and Dan Quakkelaar (Brewer’s Hill-Downtown-Inner City).

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Mark 11:1-11 - Triumph and Tragedy

In this sermon, Rev. Ben Sinnard looks at Mark 11:1-11 where we see the triumphal approach and entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. This opens the passion week, which will culminate with the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. In Mark 11:1-11 there is great triumph as the King of Kings, the rescuer, enters Jerusalem, but there is also great tragedy in the road ahead, foreshadowed in Jesus’ brief visit to the temple in verse 11.


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Mark 4:35-41 - Why Are You Afraid?

In this sermon we are pleased to welcome Rod Mays. Dr. Mays has spent fifteen years as the National Coordinator for Reformed University Fellowship (RUF), the campus ministry of the Presbyterian Church in America now present at over 145 campuses nationwide. Prior to his current position, Rod spent nine years as Senior Pastor of Woodruff Road Presbyterian Church in Greenville, SC. Rod also serves as an Adjunct Professor of Practical Theology at Reformed Theology Seminary.

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