Mercy Hill Church

If God is sovereign, does prayer really change anything? In Part 2 of The Prayer of Faith, we continue our teaching during Fervent Week of Prayer by asking a question many believers wrestle with but rarely answer clearly: What does prayer actually do? Rooted in James 5 and Jesus’ teaching in Luke 18, this message explores why Scripture commands us to “always pray and not lose heart,” and how praye...

What does the Bible actually mean when it talks about  faith ? As we begin our new series  The Prayer of Faith , this message lays the foundation for understanding effective, biblical prayer as we prepare for our upcoming  Fervent Week of Prayer . Drawing from James 5 and Hebrews 11, this sermon challenges common misconceptions about faith and reframes it as confidence not  for  something—but trus...

What does it mean to truly  recognize  Jesus? In this final message of our Advent series  Come and Behold Him , we turn to the story of  Simeon —a man whose entire life was shaped by waiting on a promise personally given by God. In Luke 2, Simeon is led by the Holy Spirit into the temple at just the right moment, where he takes the infant Jesus into his arms and declares,  “My eyes have seen your...

This sermon was recorded at our annual Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

In Week IV of our Advent series  Come and Behold Him , we turn to Matthew 2:1–12 and the story of the wise men—Gentile seekers whose long journey culminated in a simple but profound declaration:  “We have come to worship Him.” Unlike the quiet, personal announcements given to Mary and Joseph, or the public proclamation to the shepherds, the arrival of the Magi reveals that the birth of Jesus is no...

This week in our Advent series  Come and Behold Him , we turn to the shepherds—the first public witnesses to the birth of Christ—and the angelic announcement that reveals the true purpose of Christmas. When the heavens opened over the fields of Bethlehem, the angels proclaimed a message that still defines the meaning of Christ’s coming:  “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those...

This week in our Advent series  Come and Behold Him , we turn from Mary’s encounter with the angel to the story of Joseph—a man standing at a crossroads, called to courageously step into God’s redemptive plan. While Mary’s calling required her to trust God with a circumstance she could not change, Joseph’s calling required him to  take action —to obey God in a way that defied cultural expectations...

As we begin our Advent series,  Come and Behold Him , we step into the four weeks of anticipation and preparation that mark the arrival of Jesus Christ. Advent isn’t just a countdown to Christmas—it is a reenactment of the longing, hope, and expectation that filled the people of God for generations as they waited for the Messiah. From the earliest pages of Scripture, God promised a Deliverer—the S...

When God leads His people out of Egypt, He doesn’t take them on the shortest or most obvious route. Instead, He guides them the long way — into detours, delays, and even places that look impossible. Why? Because God is not just getting Israel out of Egypt… He is forming them to follow Him. In this message from Exodus 13–14, Pastor Tommy shows us why God’s leadership so often defies our logic. God...

This week in our series  Follow: The Story of Exodus , we step into one of the most profound moments in all of Scripture—the Passover. As God brings the final plague upon Egypt, He reveals His ultimate authority over life and death…and the way of salvation that would echo for generations. In Exodus 11–12, we see the spotless lamb, the applied blood, and the night when God both judged and redeemed....

What if the obstacles in your life aren’t punishment—but God exposing what you trust more than Him? In Exodus 7–10, God unleashes the plagues of Egypt—not as random acts of judgment, but as a divine confrontation with false gods. Each plague tears down an idol Egypt trusted for life, pleasure, security, and control. And the truth is, God still does the same today. He confronts our idols—not to sha...

Sometimes, following God makes life harder before it gets better. In Exodus 5–6, Moses obeys God’s call — and immediately faces resistance, disappointment, and doubt. But even in the weight of opposition, God is working. When the burden gets heavier, it’s not because He’s forgotten you — it’s because He’s strengthening your faith for the miracle to come. This message reminds us to remember who He...

Many believers live forgiven but not free. We believe Jesus can save—but struggle to believe He can truly set us free. In Exodus 4, Moses stands before God still bound by doubt and fear, yet God reveals His power through three signs that foreshadow the Gospel: authority over sin, healing from shame, and redemption through the blood. Freedom doesn’t depend on our strength—it depends on His victory...

God doesn’t just save us—He calls us. In Exodus 3, God meets Moses in the wilderness, reveals His holiness, declares His name, and sends him on mission to set His people free. This same God—revealed in the burning bush as “I AM”—is the One who calls and sends us today. His holiness humbles us, His compassion moves us, and His presence empowers us to go. 📖  Scripture:  Exodus 3:1–14 🎙  Speaker:  P...

Text:   Exodus 2:10–25 Speaker:  Pastor Tommy Orlando The story of Exodus is more than ancient history—it’s a living picture of our spiritual journey. In this message, Pastor Tommy unpacks how Moses’ early life reveals both the futility of human deliverance and the power of divine redemption. When Moses acted in his own strength, nothing changed. But when God  knew —when He heard, remembered, saw,...

Every believer has an Exodus story—rescued from slavery, walking through the desert, and journeying toward the promised land of God. In this opening message of our new series  Follow: The Story of Exodus , Pastor Tommy Orlando shows how the book of Exodus is not just Israel’s history—it’s our story of redemption. Through the oppression of Pharaoh, the courage of the Hebrew midwives, and God’s sove...

What is love? What is hate? Our culture’s definitions often twist both: love is reduced to blind affirmation, and hate is confused with any confrontation of sin. But the Bible paints a very different picture. True love tells the truth. True hate is not confronting sin, but leaving people enslaved to it. In this message, Pastor Tommy Orlando closes out our series The Way by showing how Jesus redefi...

For many people, the idea of “faith” seems like blind optimism... believing without evidence. But biblical faith is nothing like that. Faith is not the absence of reason; it is trust rooted in the character and promises of God.

Today's sermon by Jesse Mathews

What did the first Christians call themselves? Before the word  Christian  was ever common, the earliest followers of Jesus described their faith as  “The Way.” In this message,  The Way I: All Roads Lead , Pastor Tommy unpacks why that name matters—and how it directly speaks to one of the most pressing cultural questions of our day:  Do all roads lead to God? Through Scripture, history, and real-...

The story of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15 doesn’t just reveal the wandering heart of humanity—it magnifies the extravagant grace of the Father. Last week, we looked at the younger son’s rebellion and the way all forms of wandering—whether open rejection of God or subtle resistance to His call—leave us in a place of spiritual famine. But the parable doesn’t stop there. This week, we focus on the Fat...

When Jesus taught, He often used stories—parables that cut through confusion and spoke directly to the heart. From the Good Samaritan to the unforgiving servant, the lost sheep to the pearl of great price, His stories carried Kingdom truths that people could not only understand but  feel . Among all of His parables, one of the most powerful is the story of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15. It’s a story...

Baptism Sunday is one of the greatest celebrations in the life of the church. It’s a day of joy, testimony, and transformation as believers publicly declare their decision to follow Jesus. Pastor Tommy unpacks the meaning of baptism as more than just a ceremony—it’s a  profound decision , a  new destiny , and a  beautiful identification  with Christ and His church. Through Scripture, illustrations...

As we close our study of  1 Corinthians , Pastor Tommy Orlando unpacks Paul’s final and most concise challenge to the Corinthian church—and to us. In just a few short verses, Paul gives four powerful instructions:  Be watchful. Stand firm. Act like grown-ups in the faith. Be strong.  And he wraps them all in one supreme command:  Let everything you do be done in love. These aren’t just ancient wor...

In the final chapter of  1 Corinthians , Pastor Tommy Orlando draws our attention to the deeply personal and pastoral heart behind Paul’s boldest letter. After months of unpacking correction, rebuke, and spiritual instruction, we now hear the tone of a spiritual father—full of love, care, and encouragement. Chapter 16 is more than a closing; it's a call to action for the church—care for one an...