Sermon Series

Colossians: Before All Things

In this series, our focus will be putting Jesus "before all things" in each of our lives. Throughout the series, we will make a discipleship plan to grow as disciples of Jesus using a tool called "My 2024 Discipleship Plan." This highly practical series will help us start our year focused on how we can take our next step in following Jesus and develop a plan to help us grow throughout the entire year!

Discipleship plans will be worked through together in Community Groups. We highly encourage you to find a group near you! Visit our Community Groups page for more. You can download the digital version of the "My 2024 Discipleship Plan" on our homepage, groups page, or copy and paste this link in to your browser: https://mercycharlotte.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Colossians-Discipleship-Guide-for-2024_Editable-Digital-PDF.pdf

Colossians: Before All Things

I Am Not Ashamed of the Gospel

I Am Not Ashamed of the Gospel

January 12th, 2025 by Spence Shelton

Pastor Spence continues teaching from Romans 1, highlighting the very passage that sparked the Protestant Reformation, and encourages us to honestly consider whether or not we identify with the apostle Paul's declaration of being unashamed of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Loved, Saved, and Sent

Loved, Saved, and Sent

January 5th, 2025 by Spence Shelton

Pastor Spence opens 2025 with our longest sermon series yet - the book of Romans! This New Testament book is a transformative letter that deeply impacts church history and explores fundamental questions about our identity and God's love.

New Year, New You?

New Year, New You?

December 29th, 2024 by Blake Templeton

Blake Templeton, our Providence Road Campus Director, exhorts us to make our home in Jesus. He examines the story of Mary and Martha and helps us consider our focus as we enter the new year.

Great Joy

Great Joy

December 24th, 2024 by Mike Herman

Pastor Mike preaches on the birth of Jesus Christ and the hope the arrival of the Messiah brings to all.

Come & See, Go & Tell

Come & See, Go & Tell

December 24th, 2024 by Spence Shelton

Pastor Spence preaches on the birth of Jesus Christ and the hope the arrival of the Messiah brings to all.

Behold, the Savior of the World

Behold, the Savior of the World

December 24th, 2024 by Darrick Smith

Pastor Darrick preaches on the birth of Jesus Christ and the hope the arrival of the Messiah brings to all.

Nothing Is Impossible With God

Nothing Is Impossible With God

December 22nd, 2024 by Spence Shelton

Pastor Spence focuses on the core message from Luke 1:37, "Nothing will be impossible with God. " He encourages listeners to hold fast to God's promises in areas where they may feel challenged. He reminds us of God's presence in our lives and encourages us that while we may face challenges or suffering, having God with us is all we truly need.

He’s My King

He’s My King

December 15th, 2024 by Spence Shelton

Pastor Spence outlines three responses to hearing about Jesus: perceiving Him as nobody, rejecting Him as an enemy, or embracing Him as King, ultimately calling for a heart posture that recognizes Jesus as King.

God Is With Us

God Is With Us

December 8th, 2024 by Spence Shelton

In this sermon, we learn about Joseph and the divine interruption in his life caused by Mary's unexpected pregnancy. Pastor Spence encourages listeners to see interruptions as invitations to trust God and grow closer to Him, highlighting that God's plans often surpass our own.

Rest in Christ

Rest in Christ

December 1st, 2024 by Mike Herman

Pastor Mike emphasizes that the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew shows that Jesus came for everyone, including outsiders, and offers rest for our soul's restlessness. Despite life's challenges, he reassures us that God is always working, even in silence, and that in Jesus, the work needed for salvation is complete, allowing us to find true rest.

Rejoice! The Messiah Has Come

Rejoice! The Messiah Has Come

December 1st, 2024 by Darrick Smith

Pastor Darrick focuses on the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew, demonstrating that Jesus came from a lineage of flawed individuals, reinforcing that He came for everyone, regardless of their background.

Hope in Jesus

Hope in Jesus

December 1st, 2024 by Brett Bouldin

Pastor Brett explores the genealogy found in Matthew's gospel, highlighting three key figures: Abraham, David, and Jesus, and demonstrating how God's promise to bless the world, establish a kingdom, and save sinners is fulfilled in Christ.

What God Says About Friendship

What God Says About Friendship

November 24th, 2024 by Spence Shelton

In the final sermon in this series on Proverbs, Pastor Spence emphasizes the importance of trusting God and the role of friendship as a way to demonstrate and experience God’s love.

What God Says About Dating

What God Says About Dating

November 17th, 2024 by Spence Shelton

Pastor Spence preaches on the importance of dating within a Christian context, emphasizing that dating has the ultimate purpose of finding a spouse. He explains that both marriage and singleness are valuable seasons from God, encouraging singles not to rush but to seek a partner who shares their faith and commitment to growth in Christlikeness.

What God Says About Parenting

What God Says About Parenting

November 10th, 2024 by Darrick Smith

Pastor Darrick preached on what God's Word says about parenting, emphasizing that everyone in the congregation participates in some form of parenting, whether through biological, spiritual, or community roles.

Join God’s Mission

February 18th, 2024 by Spence Shelton

Pastor Spence finishes our Colossians series with two action steps that will help us actively participate in God's mission - praying expectantly and acting wisely.

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Everyday Living for an Everyday Jesus

February 12th, 2024 by Darrick Smith

Depending on which campus you attend, you either heard Campus Pastor Darrick Smith, Student’s Pastor Brett Bouldin, or Campus Pastor Mike Herman continue in our Colossians series! Listen in and find the other two sermons from yesterday below!

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Reflecting the Heart of Christ

February 11th, 2024 by Mike Herman

Depending on which campus you attend, you either heard Campus Pastor Darrick Smith, Student's Pastor Brett Bouldin, or Campus Pastor Mike Herman continue in our Colossians series! Listen in and find the other two sermons from yesterday below!

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Live for Jesus

February 11th, 2024 by Brett Bouldin

Depending on which campus you attend, you either heard Campus Pastor Darrick Smith, Student’s Pastor Brett Bouldin, or Campus Pastor Mike Herman continue in our Colossians series! Listen in and find the other two sermons from yesterday below!

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The Old Self vs. The New Self

February 4th, 2024 by Spence Shelton

Pastor Spence continues in Colossians as we learn about the characteristics of the old self vs. the new self.

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The Deep Roots of Pride

January 28th, 2024 by Spence Shelton

Pastor Spence provides a practical heart-check to examine the deep roots of pride in our own lives.

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Jesus Is Worth It

January 21st, 2024 by Spence Shelton

Pastor Spence examines Paul's example of sacrifice in Colossians 1:24-2:5, and helps us see how true sacrifice can lead to increased joy in our lives.

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Jesus

January 14th, 2024 by Spence Shelton

Pastor Spence examines Colossians 1:15-23, which is full of truths about who Jesus is, and explains how we can respond to this truth!

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Fresh Fruit Requires Fresh Faith

January 7th, 2024

Pastor Spence kicks off our first series of 2024 in Colossians where we'll be considering each week why and how we can put Jesus before all things in every area of our lives!

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