In this message Pastor Logan Merrick looks at what the miracle of the feeding of the 5,000 tells us about who Christ is, how it ties into multiple Old Testament passages, and how Christ provides rest, truth, and food for us.

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In this sermon Pastor Logan Merrick continues our series through the Gospel of Mark and unpacks the passage of John the Baptist's death. Reading like a mid-90's soap opera Pastor Logan looks at our three main characters in the passage and what each one shows us about the human heart. He also answers the question, why is this story even here in the book of Mark.

In this sermon Pastor Logan unpacks Mark 6:1-6 where Jesus is rejected in his hometown. Pastor Logan breaks down the dangers of disbelief not just in eternity but in this life as well.

Trusting in Christ’s timing can lead to extraordinary blessings beyond our immediate requests, as our desperation can become the backdrop for his resurrection power.

Mark 5:21-43

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Did angels really come down and cohabitate with human women or was it just the Godly people of Seth's line mixing with the ungodly pagan people? In this episode Pastor Logan Merrick breaks down the problem with the Sethite view of Genesis 6 and why the Scriptures are much more supernatural than we are typically comfortable with.

Resources Mentioned in this episode

The Unseen Realm – Michael S. Heiser Probably the most accessible deep dive into the divine council worldview and Genesis 6.

• Reversing Hermon – Michael S. Heiser A more focused look specifically at Genesis 6 and its implications in the New Testament.
• Supernatural – Michael S. Heiser A simplified version of The Unseen Realm—great starting point.
• 1 Enoch Not Scripture—but incredibly important for understanding how ancient Jews interpreted Genesis 6.
• The Genesis 6 Conspiracy – Gary Bates A contrasting perspective that critiques the supernatural view—worth reading both sides.
• Giants Sons of the Gods - Douglas Van Dorn
• Demons – Michael S. Heiser Explores how Genesis 6 connects to later biblical demonology.

Ever encountered real evil? Not on a screen, but face to face? In Mark 5:1-20, we meet a man possessed by thousands of demons—isolated, tormented, living among the dead. Everyone gave up on him. But when Jesus stepped onto that shore, everything changed.

Here's what shook me about this story: everyone begged Jesus for something different. Demons begged for mercy. The townspeople begged Him to leave because His power made them uncomfortable. But the man who was set free? He begged to stay close to Jesus—and then went and told everyone what God had done.

What are you begging Jesus for? Are you pushing Him away because transformation costs too much? Or are you running toward Him, ready to share your story of freedom? Your mess doesn't scare Him. He walks straight into the darkness and speaks one word: freedom.

Watch or listen to "The Voices that Beg" and discover the authority of Christ over every force that tries to hold you captive.

What do you do when life feels like it’s falling apart—and God seems silent?

In this powerful episode, Logan Merrick walks through Mark 4:35–41, the story of Jesus calming the storm, to reveal a truth many of us miss: it’s not the strength of your faith that sustains you—it’s the strength of the One your faith is in.

Through honest storytelling, biblical insight, and a gripping true account from missionary John G. Paton, this message tackles real questions we all wrestle with:

• Why does God allow storms in our lives?
• Where is Jesus when everything feels out of control?
• Does God actually care when we’re struggling?

You’ll discover that following Jesus doesn’t mean a storm-free life—it means you’re never alone in the storm. And sometimes, the greatest peace isn’t found in changed circumstances, but in trusting Christ right in the middle of chaos.

If you’re dealing with anxiety, uncertainty, financial stress, family struggles, or just questioning where God is in your situation, this episode will challenge and encourage you to shift your focus—from the storm to the Savior.

In this sermon Pastor Logan Merrick unpacks Mark 4:1-36 where Jesus lays out what it means to sow the seed of the Gospel on different soils and how we are to shine the light of the Gospel to our community. Pastor Logan ends his sermon challenging the congregation to think through if they are sitting back and expecting others to share the message or are they actively working and laboring alongside each other.

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