Mercy Hill Church

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...

In  A City of Light  Part 27, Pastor Tommy Orlando brings us to the climactic conclusion of 1 Corinthians 15, where Paul declares the ultimate hope of the Christian: resurrection life. In a world consumed by temporary pleasures and fleeting achievements, this passage calls us to live with eternity in view. What does the resurrection mean for your daily life? How does it change your motivation, you...

What if the resurrection of Jesus was more than just history—what if it was your hope for today? In this message, Pastor Tommy continues our journey through 1 Corinthians 15, exploring the implications of Christ’s resurrection for our daily lives. Paul reminds us that the resurrection is not just a doctrinal truth—it’s a powerful hope that anchors us beyond the limits of this life. Discover how th...

In this powerful message from  A City of Light , Pastor Tommy Orlando walks us deeper into  1 Corinthians 15 , where Paul confronts a false teaching that denied the physical resurrection of Jesus—and therefore, the future resurrection hope of believers. With personal testimony and scriptural depth, Pastor Tommy reminds us that  Christ’s resurrection is not just an abstract doctrine—it’s the corner...

In this powerful new chapter of our  A City of Light  series, Pastor Tommy brings us to  the foundational truth of our faith —the Gospel of Jesus Christ. After chapters of pastoral correction and instruction for church life, Paul shifts the focus in 1 Corinthians 15 to the  message that makes it all possible :  Christ died for our sins, was buried, and rose again. 📖 In this message, we explore: W...

As we continue our  A City of Light  series through 1 Corinthians, we reach Paul’s  final and most practical instruction  on the use of spiritual gifts in the church. In chapter 14, Paul emphasizes a truth we cannot afford to miss:  God’s gifts are powerful—but they must be used with purpose, humility, and order. Paul’s concern isn’t to shut down the gifts because of misuse, but to  pastor the chu...

In this week's sermon of our  City of Light  series, we dive into one of the most practical and debated passages in Paul’s letter to the Corinthians— a teaching on spiritual gifts, particularly tongues and prophecy . In 1 Corinthians 14, Paul builds on the previous chapters by making a clear, pastoral case:  spiritual gifts are meant to strengthen and edify the Church , not elevate individuals...

As we continue our  City of Light  series through 1 Corinthians, we arrive at the second half of  chapter 13 , the famous "love chapter." But this passage isn’t just poetic language for weddings—Paul is delivering a powerful correction to a gifted, divided church. He reminds them (and us) that  love is not just a virtue; it’s the necessary context for all spiritual gifts. In this message...

On Pentecost, God sent His presence not just to be  with  His people, but to dwell  in  them as tongues of fire. This fire wasn't new—it was the same holy, guiding, powerful, and purifying fire seen with Moses, Elijah, and Isaiah. In this sermon, we explore why the "dangerous" nature of God's fiery presence should inspire a transformative awe in every believer. Discover how the i...

We’re continuing our series through 1 Corinthians by arriving at perhaps the most well-known passage in the letter:  1 Corinthians 13 —often quoted at weddings, yet rarely understood in its original context. This isn’t about romantic love. Paul isn’t writing to a bride and groom. He’s writing to a  divided, gifted, self-focused church —a church a lot like ours. And in the midst of arguments over s...

In this message from our  City of Light  series through 1 Corinthians, we continue exploring Paul’s vision for a Spirit-empowered, unified, and selfless  community of faith . In a world plagued by self-promotion and isolation, Paul calls the Church to something radically different: a body where  every part matters ,  every gift is valued , and  every believer belongs . Whether it’s the more “spect...

Discover how the Church shines as a radiant body through the Spirit-given gifts of its members. In this sermon, we explore 1 Corinthians 12, where Paul reveals God's vision for a unified yet diverse community. Learn how your unique gifts matter—not just for your personal growth, but for building up the body of Christ. Whether you feel overlooked or overburdened, this message reminds us that ev...

In this message from our ongoing series A City of Light: A Study in 1 Corinthians, we return to a powerful and often misunderstood passage—Paul’s teaching on the Lord’s Supper in 1 Corinthians 11. Too often, these verses are isolated and stripped from their greater context, missing Paul’s rebuke of a fractured, self-focused church and his call to radical, Christ-like community. What does it mean t...

Sunday, May 4, 2025

1 Corinthians 10:13-33 After Easter, we return to 1 Corinthians, where Paul calls the church to resist idolatry and live in light of their identity in Christ. In a culture filled with competing allegiances, we are reminded: there is no neutral ground—our lives either reflect the One who redeemed us or align with the enemy.