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What if the life, joy, purpose, and fulfillment you’ve been searching for aren’t found in something—but in Someone?In this powerful message from 1 John 1, we go back to the foundation of our faith and the truth of who Jesus really is.John didn’t simply know about Jesus. He walked with Him. He heard Him. He saw Him. He touched Him. And John declares that Jesus is the **Word of Life**—the eternal Son of God who was there from the beginning, through whom all things were created, and who stepped into our world so that we could know God personally.Jesus isn’t simply another part of our lives. **Jesus is life.**Our world is overflowing with information, opinions, philosophies, distractions, and things promising to give us happiness and fulfillment. We can spend our entire lives learning, achieving, building families, pursuing success—even going to church—and still miss the One who matters most.Because Christianity isn’t ultimately about knowing more information about God.**It’s about knowing Him.**In this sermon, we explore:• What John means when he calls Jesus the “Word of Life”• Why Jesus existed before Bethlehem and was present from the beginning• What it means that Jesus is the full expression of God• Paul’s powerful message about the “unknown God” on Mars Hill in Acts 17• How idols distort our understanding of who God really is• Why our culture’s endless pursuit of information can never replace fellowship with Christ• The difference between knowing about Jesus and actually knowing Jesus• How believers can experience real fellowship and communion with God• Why true joy, purpose, salvation, and eternal life are ultimately found in a PersonThe same fellowship with Jesus that John experienced is the fellowship we are invited into today.There is a seat at the table.It has been bought and paid for by the blood of Jesus Christ.And you were invited.**Salvation is not simply an event that happened in your past. Salvation is a Person.****Do you know Him?**📖 KEY SCRIPTURES1 John 1:1–4John 1:1–14John 14:6John 17:3Colossians 1:13–20Hebrews 1Acts 171 Corinthians 10–11If this message encouraged you or helped you see Jesus more clearly, **LIKE this video and SHARE it with someone who needs to hear it.**🔔 **SUBSCRIBE to the Mercy Movement YouTube channel** and turn on notifications so you don’t miss new sermons, worship, testimonies, and messages each week.📲 **DOWNLOAD THE MERCY MOVEMENT APP** to stay connected throughout the week and access messages, resources, upcoming events, and everything happening at Mercy.📱 **FOLLOW MERCY MOVEMENT ON SOCIAL MEDIA** for sermon clips, encouragement, church updates, events, and more ways to stay connected throughout the week.Our prayer is bigger than simply learning more about God.We want to **know Him.**To hear Him.To walk with Him.To fellowship with Him.And to experience the fullness of joy that can only be found in Jesus.**Jesus is not simply part of life. He is the Word of Life.**#JesusChrist #KnowJesus #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #FirstJohn #WordOfLife #WhoIsJesus #Christianity #BibleStudy #Faith #JesusIsLife #FellowshipWithGod #ChristianLiving #Gospel #Salvation #MercyMovement #ChurchSermon

What do you do when life feels uncertain, overwhelming, and completely out of your control?In this powerful message, we discover an often-overlooked moment in Mark 14 that reveals a life-changing truth about following Jesus. While Satan was working, religious leaders were plotting, Judas was preparing to betray Christ, and chaos surrounded every moment, Jesus remained completely in control.Peter didn't know what was happening behind the scenes—but he didn't need to.He simply trusted Jesus, obeyed His Word one step at a time, and unknowingly became part of one of the greatest moments in redemptive history.The same invitation is extended to us today.If you're facing uncertainty, spiritual warfare, difficult decisions, anxiety about the future, or simply wondering what God wants you to do next, this message will encourage you to stop chasing certainty and start clinging to Christ.In This Message:How to trust God when life doesn't make senseWhy Jesus is always in control—even when you can't see itWhat Mark 14 teaches us about obedienceHow God leads His people one step at a timeThe biblical response to uncertainty and spiritual warfareWhy clinging to Christ is always the safest place to beKey Scriptures:• Mark 14• Revelation 1• John 13–17• Ephesians 6Whether you're walking through a difficult season, seeking direction, or simply longing to grow deeper in your faith, this message will remind you that Jesus already knows what's ahead—and He's faithful to lead those who follow Him.Stay Connected Throughout the Week📲 Download the Mercy Movement App for weekly devotionals, sermon notes, Bible reading resources, event updates, and everything happening at Mercy throughout the week.▶️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel for new sermons, podcast episodes, devotionals, and encouraging content every week.👍 If this message encouraged you:Like this videoLeave a comment sharing what spoke to youShare it with someone who needs hope todayTurn on notifications so you never miss a messageFollow Mercy Movement on all of our social platforms for daily encouragement, sermon clips, worship moments, and updates throughout the week.Thank you for being part of the Mercy Movement family. Our prayer is that this message helps you know Jesus more deeply, trust Him more fully, and walk confidently in His purpose.#Jesus #TrustGod #Faith #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #Mark14 #Revelation1 #SpiritualWarfare #ChristianLiving #Hope #Church #MercyMovement #BibleStudy #FollowingJesus #Obedience #ChristianEncouragement #FaithOverFear #WalkByFaith

What if repentance isn't something to fear—but one of God's greatest gifts?When Jesus began His ministry, His first invitation wasn't simply, "Believe the gospel." It was:"Repent and believe the gospel." (Mark 1)In this message, we discover that repentance is far more than turning away from sin. It's a continual transformation of the mind as we see more of Jesus, surrender more of our lives to Him, and walk in the freedom He purchased on the cross.Through the life of David, we'll see that true repentance isn't about earning God's forgiveness—it's about fully surrendering to the One who has already paid the price for you.If you've ever struggled with guilt, hidden sin, shame, or wondered how to truly experience lasting transformation, this message is for you.In this message you'll discover:What biblical repentance really meansWhy repentance is a lifelong journeyThe difference between remorse and true repentanceWhy Jesus preached "Repent and believe"How repentance leads to freedom, restoration, and joyWhy surrender always leads to God's bestScripture: Mark 1, 1 Chronicles 21, Hebrews 12, 1 Corinthians 11Stay Connected Throughout the Week📱 Download the Mercy Movement App for sermons, devotionals, event updates, Bible reading resources, and everything happening at Mercy throughout the week.👍 If this message encouraged you:Like this videoSubscribe to our channelTurn on notificationsShare this message with someone who needs hope todayFollow Mercy Movement on all of our social media platforms for daily encouragement, sermon clips, devotionals, and updates throughout the week.Thank you for being part of what God is doing through Mercy Movement. We're praying this message helps you know Jesus more deeply and walk in the freedom He has already won for you.#Repentance #Jesus #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #Mark1 #Gospel #ChristianFaith #FollowingJesus #MercyMovement #BibleStudy #ChristianLiving #Faith #Discipleship #ChurchSermon #HolySpirit #FreedomInChrist #Transformation #BiblicalTruth #KingdomOfGod #Grace

As we close out our study in James, we land on his final words: "Whoever brings back a sinner from his wandering will save his soul from death." This morning, Pastor Jordan walks through the three levels of restoration every believer moves through when they confess and turn from sin — restoration to God, relational restoration, and restoration to the church community.But when a pastor or elder falls, there's a fourth level: restoration to ministry — and Scripture is clear that this one is never automatic or guaranteed.In this message, Pastor Jordan also shares an update on his own journey since stepping away from ministry, and announces a season of biblical church discipline in partnership with Steele Creek Church in Charlotte — including stepping back from the pulpit for a minimum of six months.This is a raw, honest, and hope-filled conversation about what it means to walk in repentance and what biblical restoration actually looks like.Scriptures referenced: James 5:19-20 | 1 John 1:9 | Matthew 5:23 | Matthew 18 | 2 Corinthians 2:5-10 | 1 Timothy 3🔗 Learn more about Mercy Movement Church: www.mercymovement.org📍 Join us every Sunday#MercyMovementChurch #Restoration #ChurchDiscipline #Repentance #Sermon

Why does prayer matter? And why does God continually call His people to pray?In this powerful conclusion to our verse-by-verse study through the Book of James, Pastor Jordan unpacks one of the most life-changing passages on prayer found in James 5. This message reveals that prayer is far more than a spiritual discipline—it's one of the primary ways God has chosen to accomplish His purposes in our lives.Whether you're walking through suffering, celebrating a season of joy, battling sickness, fighting sin, or simply longing to grow closer to Jesus, this sermon will challenge and encourage you to become a person whose life is saturated with prayer.In this message you'll discover:Why prayer is essential to every season of lifeWhat James teaches about suffering, healing, confession, and faithWhy "the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective"How Elijah's life reveals the incredible power of persistent prayerWhy God has chosen prayer as one of the primary ways He works in the worldHow becoming a praying person can transform your marriage, family, church, and walk with ChristIf you've ever wondered:Does prayer really make a difference?Why should I pray if God already knows everything?How can I grow in my prayer life?...this message is for you.Scripture ReferencesJames 5:13–201 Kings 17–18Matthew 26Matthew 6Deuteronomy 11Philippians 4Stay Connected Throughout the Week📲 Download the Mercy Movement App for sermons, devotionals, event updates, Bible reading resources, and more.👍 If this message encouraged you:Like this videoSubscribe to our channelTurn on notifications so you never miss a new messageFollow Mercy Movement throughout the week for daily encouragement, clips, devotionals, and church updates on all of our social platforms.About Mercy Movement ChurchMercy Movement exists to help people hear the Gospel, experience the presence of Jesus, and live according to biblical truth. Every week we gather to worship, study God's Word verse by verse, and grow as disciples of Christ.If you're looking for biblical preaching, practical teaching, and a church family centered on Jesus, we'd love to have you join us.Join us every Sunday at 10:00 AM📍 Balls Creek Elementary SchoolCatawba County, North Carolina#James #Prayer #PowerOfPrayer #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #Faith #PrayerLife #Jesus #BibleStudy #MercyMovement #Church #ChristianLiving #James5 #Revival #HolySpirit #ExpositoryPreaching #Scripture #ChristianEncouragement #Gospel #WalkWithJesus

Why does God make us wait?Waiting is one of the hardest parts of following Jesus. Whether you're walking through struggles in your marriage, raising children, facing health challenges, navigating financial uncertainty, or simply wondering when God will answer your prayers, every season of life demands patience.In this message from James 5:7-11, Pastor Jordan Fisher reminds us that biblical patience isn't passive—it's faithfully obeying God while trusting Him to do what only He can do. Like a farmer waiting for the harvest, we are called to remain faithful through every season, believing that God always produces good fruit in His perfect timing.In this message you'll discover:What biblical patience really looks likeWhy waiting is never wasted with GodHow to stay faithful during difficult seasonsWhy many people miss God's best by giving up too soonHow to strengthen your heart while you wait on the LordThe promise of the "precious fruit" God is preparingNo matter what season you're in today, don't lose hope. God is still working—even when you can't yet see the harvest.Connect With Mercy MovementIf this message encouraged you, be sure to Like this video, Subscribe to our channel, and turn on notifications so you never miss a new sermon.📱 Download the Mercy Movement App for sermons, Bible reading plans, events, and additional resources throughout the week.Follow Mercy Movement on social media for daily encouragement, sermon clips, and church updates:FacebookInstagramYouTubePodcastScripture: James 5:7-11Topics:Patience • Waiting on God • James Bible Study • Christian Faith • Trusting God • Perseverance • Faith During Hard Times • Spiritual Growth • Biblical Wisdom • Endurance • Hope in Christ • Mercy Movement Church • Christian Sermon • Bible Teaching • Following Jesus

What are you really building your life around?In James 5, we're confronted with one of the strongest warnings in Scripture—a reminder that a life spent chasing wealth, comfort, and temporary success will ultimately leave us empty. But this message isn't about money. It's about the condition of our hearts.Guest speaker Michael Marler challenges us to ask a life-changing question:Are you rich in this world... or rich toward God?Through the wisdom of James, we'll discover:Why earthly success can never satisfy the soulWhat it truly means to be "rich toward God"How our priorities reveal what we treasure mostWhy our lives should be lived in light of eternityThe hope found in surrendering everything to ChristThis sermon is both a warning and an invitation—calling every believer to stop building temporary kingdoms and start investing in what lasts forever.If today's message encouraged or challenged you, be sure to Like this video, leave a comment, and Subscribe so you never miss a message from Mercy Movement Church.Stay Connected Throughout the Week📲 Download the Mercy Movement AppAccess sermons, devotionals, Bible reading plans, events, and weekly resources all in one place.📱 Follow Mercy Movement on Social MediaStay encouraged throughout the week with sermon clips, devotionals, updates, and behind-the-scenes content.👍 Facebook📸 Instagram🎥 YouTube🎙️ Podcast

Are you building your life around your plans… or God's purpose?

In this powerful message from James 4:13-17, Pastor Jordan challenges one of the greatest assumptions we all make—that tomorrow is guaranteed and that our lives belong to us.

James reminds us that our life is like a mist, here for a little while and then gone. While our culture tells us to chase success, comfort, wealth, and achievement, Scripture calls us to something greater: living completely surrendered to the will of God.

This message will encourage you to:

• Discover what James really means when he says, "You are a mist."
• Learn why pride often shows up in the plans we make.
• Understand how to discern and walk in God's will.
• Stop wasting your life chasing temporary things.
• Find lasting purpose by surrendering every day to Jesus.

Whether you're searching for purpose, wrestling with God's direction, or simply wanting to grow deeper in your faith, this sermon will encourage you to trust the Author of your story rather than trying to write it yourself.

Key Scriptures:
• James 4:13–17
• Ecclesiastes
• John 15
• Proverbs 3:5-6

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What if the words we speak reveal more about our hearts than we realize?In this powerful message from James 4:11-12, we discover that gossip, slander, criticism, and judgment are not simply issues of the tongue—they are issues of the heart.James challenges believers to examine the deeper pride that often fuels the way we speak about others. Through God's Word, we are reminded that only one person is worthy to sit in the seat of judgment: Jesus Christ. And the incredible truth of the Gospel is that the One who had every right to condemn us chose instead to save us.This sermon will challenge you to examine your words, your relationships, and your heart while pointing you back to the grace, mercy, and forgiveness found in Jesus.📖 Scripture: James 4:11-12In this message, you'll learn:• What the Bible says about gossip and slander• Why speaking evil about others is so dangerous• The connection between pride and judgment• How criticism can reveal deeper issues in our hearts• Why only Jesus has the authority to judge• How God's grace changes the way we treat others• What it looks like to love others as Christ loves usWhether you've struggled with gossip, criticism, offense, or judgment, this message offers both conviction and hope through the Gospel of Jesus Christ.👍 If this message encouraged or challenged you, please LIKE this video.💬 COMMENT below: What did God speak to your heart through this message?📤 SHARE this message with someone who needs encouragement today.🔔 SUBSCRIBE to our channel and turn on notifications so you never miss a sermon, Bible study, podcast, or discipleship resource.Stay Connected Throughout the Week:📱 Download the Mercy Movement App for weekly sermons, devotionals, sermon notes, event updates, and discipleship resources.📸 Follow Mercy Movement on all of our social media channels for daily encouragement, biblical teaching, and ministry updates.Together, let's continue growing as disciples who hear the Gospel, live biblically, and love like Jesus.#JamesSeries #BookOfJames #ChristianSermon #Gossip #BiblicalTruth #ChristianLiving #FaithInAction #JesusChrist #ChurchOnline #MercyMovement #BibleTeaching #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianEncouragement #GospelMessage #FollowJesus

What is competing for your heart?

In this powerful message from James 4:1-10, we confront one of the greatest challenges facing every believer: the temptation to give God part of our lives while holding on to the things of this world.

James exposes the deeper issues beneath conflict, anxiety, ambition, and spiritual drift. He reveals how divided devotion, worldly passions, pride, and misplaced priorities can quietly pull us away from the presence of God. But this message doesn't stop with conviction—it points us to the incredible grace of God and the path to true freedom through repentance, humility, and wholehearted surrender.

If you've ever felt spiritually dry, distracted, restless, or stuck between following Jesus and pursuing the things of this world, this message is for you.

📖 Scripture: James 4:1-10

In this sermon you'll discover:

• Why unhealthy conflict begins in the heart
• The danger of living with divided devotion
• What it means to be a friend of the world
• How pride keeps us from experiencing God's best
• The power of humility and repentance
• How to resist the lies of the enemy
• What it means to truly draw near to God
• Why surrender leads to freedom, peace, and purpose

James reminds us of this incredible promise:

"Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you."

No matter how far you've wandered, God's grace is greater. His invitation remains the same: Come closer.

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