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In this message from Acts 1, we explore what it truly means to wait for and want the Holy Spirit to become overwhelmingly and unmistakably evident in our lives. By looking at the posture of the early apostles, we are challenged to stop "picking flowers" on the sidelines and instead raise our spiritual sails through intentional repentance, kingdom reprioritization, and devoted prayer. Joi...

In a culture that swings between passive indifference and aggressive self-reliance, it's easy to feel spiritually sidelined. Drawing from Ephesians 6:19-20, this message challenges us to reject these broken extremes and step into the arena of true biblical boldness. While carrying a timely charge for men on Father's Day, this vital call to place our power under God's control to advance...

In this message from 1 Samuel 16, we dive into the anointing of David to discover that God's perfect plans are never frustrated by human failure or limited wisdom. When life feels completely out of control, we can find peace knowing that God elevates the unlikely and always remains sovereignly in charge. Join us as we look through the life of David to find our ultimate hope and rest in the tru...

What drives your ambition: a desire to be significant, or a calling to serve? In this sermon from Mark 10:35–45, Family and Operations Director Dylan Drumm explores the dangerous pitfalls of worldly ambition and how it can subtly distort our mission, impair our perspective, and damage our relationships. Ultimately, we are invited to look to Jesus—the ultimate servant leader—who came not to be serv...

In this sermon from Mark 10:35-45, Dylan Drumm explores how unchecked worldly ambition can confuse our mission, impair our perspective, and damage our relationships. By examining the self-serving request of James and John, we expose the hidden traps of chasing personal status and significance. Ultimately, Jesus flips the script on true greatness, revealing that a Godly drive is rooted in serving o...

In this sermon on Mark 10:17-31, we dive into the story of the rich young ruler to discover why eternal life cannot be earned through good deeds, rule-keeping, or moral merit. Jesus exposes the hidden idols of our hearts—like wealth and comfort—revealing that while salvation is impossible by human effort, it is entirely possible through God's grace. We are ordinary people transformed by the me...

Why do we follow Jesus? Is it for what He can do for us, or for who He truly is? In this study of Mark 9:2-13, we look at the Transfiguration—a moment where the veil is pulled back and the disciples see Jesus in His full, divine glory. While Peter wants to stay on the mountaintop and build "tents," Jesus points them back down toward the valley. He reveals a difficult truth: The road to t...

We’re diving into Mark 7 to see how one mother’s bold humility got Jesus’ attention and changed her family’s life forever. God isn't looking for religious perfection—He’s looking for a heart that’s honest about needing Him. Come see why this "good news" is for everyone. We are ordinary people transformed by the mercy of God to reach our campus, city, and world. Join us at our in-pers...

The feeding of the 5,000 is one of the most famous miracles in history—but it’s often misunderstood as just a "pastoral picnic." In reality, this moment was a revolutionary declaration. In this message, we look at Mark 6 to see the sharp contrast between the "kings" of this world and the True King, Jesus. While the rulers of this age use power to exploit and indulge, Jesus uses...

When life hits its lowest point and the "worst" becomes a reality, where do you go for hope? Join us as we explore Mark 5:21-43 to see how Jesus responds to our deepest desperation with life-changing compassion. Discover how to cling to faith and find peace in the promise that our Savior will never leave or forsake us. We are ordinary people transformed by the mercy of God to reach our c...

Join us as we dive into Jesus' encounter with the man possessed by unclean spirits, and learn how Jesus' impossible work turns this man into the most unlikely missionary. We are ordinary people transformed by the mercy of God to reach our campus, city, and world. Join us at our in-person worship services at 10:02am on Sundays at 6312 Kennedy Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45213.Visit our website at h...

Christianity isn't a DIY project or a reward for "good" behavior; it’s a total transformation based on a single historical fact. This Easter, we dive into 1 Corinthians 15 to see why the Resurrection is the "receipt" that proves the debt for our sins has been paid in full. From mathematical probabilities to the transformed lives of the world’s biggest skeptics, discover why...

In this message, we dive into the story of Levi (Matthew). He was a turncoat, a social outcast, and a man who had traded his soul for a bit of wealth—only to find it left him empty. He was the last person anyone expected Jesus to call. And yet, Jesus didn’t just look at him; He called him. We are ordinary people transformed by the mercy of God to reach our campus, city, and world. Join us at our i...

Following Jesus isn’t a casual hobby—it’s a radical call to leave the "nets" of your old life behind for a transformative, communal journey. The unique power of the Gospel invites you to realign your heart and step into the life-changing reality of God's Kingdom. We are ordinary people transformed by the mercy of God to reach our campus, city, and world. Join us at our in-person wors...

In this final message of our Ecclesiastes series, we see how the Preacher’s honest conclusion that "all is vanity" is actually a mercy meant to spare us from wasting our lives on what doesn't last. Discover how fearing God and resting in the finished work of Christ provides the lasting fulfillment that earthly pursuits never could. We are ordinary people transformed by the mercy of G...

Ernie Bonnoitt examines the fleeting nature of youth in Ecclesiastes, challenging us to honor God while we're still in our prime. Realize that your vitality is a temporary gift meant to be invested in the permanent Kingdom. We are ordinary people transformed by the mercy of God to reach our campus, city, and world. Join us at our in-person worship services at 10:02am on Sundays at 6312 Kennedy...

Stop waiting for "perfect" conditions and start trusting the Maker. Exploring Ecclesiastes 11:1–6, this message challenges us to get off the sidelines and trade analysis paralysis for radical, active faith. Even when the gameplay of life is uncertain, we can rest knowing the final score is already in God’s hands. We are ordinary people transformed by the mercy of God to reach our campus,...

Following Jesus doesn't guarantee a pain-free life, but it does provide a peace that sustains us through the storm. This message from Ecclesiastes 9 explores how to enjoy the life you have while anticipating the eternal life to come. We are ordinary people transformed by the mercy of God to reach our campus, city, and world. Join us at our in-person worship services at 10:02am on Sundays at 63...

If God is good and powerful, why does life often feel so futile and full of pain? This message contrasts the "under the sun" frustration of Ecclesiastes with the hope of Psalm 73, showing us how to trust God’s wisdom when we can’t see the whole picture. Learn why the Cross is the ultimate proof that God can turn the world’s greatest evils into our greatest good. We are ordinary people tr...

If the wealthiest man in history couldn’t buy peace of mind, why are we still chasing "just a little bit more"? This sermon explores Ecclesiastes 5:8-20, revealing how wealth becomes a curse when it's our ultimate goal and a blessing only when God is our source of satisfaction. We are ordinary people transformed by the mercy of God to reach our campus, city, and world. Join us at our...

Discover the profound peace that comes from trusting in God’s absolute sovereignty over the seasons of life. This sermon explores Ecclesiastes 3:1–15, revealing how an eternal perspective transforms life’s inevitable cycles—from joy to sorrow—into a beautiful, purposeful tapestry woven by the Creator. We are ordinary people transformed by the mercy of God to reach our campus, city, and world. Join...

Join us as we continue our study of Ecclesiastes as Solomon reflects on the vanity of work. We are ordinary people transformed by the mercy of God to reach our campus, city, and world. Join us at our in-person worship services at 10:02am on Sundays at 6312 Kennedy Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45213.Visit our website at https://www.mercyhillcincy.com/. Follow us on Instagram: @mercyhillcincy https://www.ins...

We explore King Solomon’s exhaustive search for fulfillment through pleasure, great accomplishments, and immense wealth, only to find that these pursuits are ultimately "striving after the wind." In examining Ecclesiastes 2, we discover why worldly success leaves us empty and how true, lasting joy is found only through abiding in Christ. We are ordinary people transformed by the mercy of God to re...

Ecclesiastes confronts us with a sobering truth: even wisdom, achievement, and knowledge cannot rescue us from the limits of life under the sun. In this opening message, we explore why seeing the world clearly can feel heavy—and how that honesty prepares us to seek meaning beyond ourselves. We are ordinary people transformed by the mercy of God to reach our campus, city, and world. Join us at our...

Jason Vickers unpacks the astounding truths of who Jesus is from Hebrews 1.We are ordinary people transformed by the mercy of God to reach our campus, city, and world. Join us at our in-person worship services at 10:02am on Sundays at 6312 Kennedy Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45213.Visit our website at https://www.mercyhillcincy.com/. Follow us on Instagram: @mercyhillcincy https://www.instagram.com/mercyh...