Mercy Church Bolivar

Mercy Church Bolivar Helping people encounter Jesus in their daily lives, worship Him corporately, grow in faith, and live with mercy in Bolivar and beyond.

Services at 10:30 AM on Sunday mornings! Located in historic downtown Bolivar!

105 N Main St
Bolivar, TN 38008

06/18/2026

“Fix your thoughts on what is true, honorable, right, pure, lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise.”�Philippians 4:8

What we allow into our minds will eventually shape our lives. Thoughts come to all of us, but we get to choose which ones we dwell on. Paul reminds us to intentionally focus on the things of God instead of giving our attention to fear, negativity, or worry.

Whatever fills our mind will eventually come out through our words and actions. That’s why the very next verse promises that when we put these truths into practice, the peace of God will be with us.

If you’re battling anxiety, fear, or worry today, don’t just fight the feelings. Start by guarding your thoughts. Ask God to help you replace every lie with His truth and every fearful thought with His promises.

As you choose to think on what is true, pure, and praiseworthy, you’ll begin to see spiritual growth, greater peace, and a stronger faith.

Today, ask God to guard your heart and mind, fill your thoughts with His truth, and let His peace rule in your life.

Have a great day! God bless you!

06/17/2026

“What shall we say about such wonderful things as these? If God is for us, who can ever be against us?”
Romans 8:31

What are you praying for today? Do you need God to move in your health, finances, family, or faith?

Jesus proved once and for all that God is for you. He willingly shed His blood on the cross as the perfect sacrifice for our sins. Because of His sacrifice, everyone who puts their faith in Him is welcomed into God’s family as a son or daughter.

That means you don’t have to approach God wondering if He cares about you. You can come to Him with confidence, knowing He loves you, hears your prayers, and is working on your behalf. His answer may not always come in the way or timing you expect, but you can trust that your Heavenly Father is always faithful.

As you face today, remember this truth: God is for you, not against you. Through Jesus, He has already won the ultimate victory. Stand in faith, pray with confidence, and trust Him to lead you through every battle.

Have an awesome Wednesday! God bless!

06/16/2026

“But how can they call on him to save them unless they believe in him? And how can they believe in him if they have never heard about him? And how can they hear about him unless someone tells them?”
Romans 10:14

As followers of Jesus, our lives should point people to Him. Think back to when you gave your life to Christ. Someone shared the good news with you. Someone cared enough to tell you about the greatest treasure they had ever found.

Paul’s message is simple: tell people what Jesus has done in your life. Jesus didn’t just save us from an eternity without Him. He also filled us with His Spirit and called us to make a difference in the lives of others. Your story has the power to give someone hope because it points them to the One who changes lives.

There are people all around us who are searching for peace, purpose, and forgiveness. God has placed you where you are for a reason. A kind word, an invitation to church, or sharing your testimony could change someone’s eternity.

Pray this with me:
Lord, give me the courage to share what You have done in my life. Prepare the hearts of the people I meet today, and let the Holy Spirit speak through me. Help me point others to You. In Jesus’ name, amen.

You are blessed today! Share the treasure you have found. The only thing we can take to heaven is the people we lead to Jesus.
Let’s do this! Have a wonderful day!

06/15/2026

“It is beautiful how God has done everything at the right time. He has put a sense of eternity in people’s minds. Yet, mortals still can’t grasp what God is doing from the beginning to the end of time.”�Ecclesiastes 3:11

As followers of Jesus, we should view life through a different lens. God is working in every detail of our lives, even when we cannot see it. A conversation with the right person, an unexpected blessing, or even a difficult season can all become part of His greater plan.

Have you ever looked back on a situation and thought, “There is no way that happened by accident”? What seemed random in the moment often reveals God’s hand when we look back. He has a way of putting the right people, opportunities, and lessons in our path at exactly the right time.

The truth is that we will never fully understand everything God is doing. His perspective is eternal while ours is limited. That is why faith is so important. Instead of trying to figure everything out, we can trust that God is working behind the scenes for our good and His glory.

Pray this with me:
“Lord, thank You for being in control of every detail of my life. Help me trust You even when I do not understand what You are doing. Fill me with Your peace today and remind me that You are always working for my good. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Have a great day! Rest in the fact that God is on the throne and still in control. God bless you!

06/13/2026

“And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony.”
Revelation 12:11

Have you ever noticed that God could have chosen any method to spread the Gospel, yet He chose people? He chose ordinary men and women with a story of what Jesus has done in their lives.

Your testimony is powerful because no one can argue with what God has done for you. They may debate scripture, question doctrine, or disagree with your beliefs, but they cannot deny a life that has been transformed by the power of God.

Sometimes we think our testimony is not important because it is not dramatic. Maybe God delivered someone else from addiction, rescued another from prison, or miraculously healed their body. But your testimony is not measured by where you started. It is measured by the faithfulness of God in your life.

Every answered prayer, every victory, every time God provided, healed, restored, or gave you peace in the middle of a storm becomes part of your testimony. When you share what God has done, you encourage others to believe for what He can do in their lives.

Do not keep your testimony hidden. Someone around you needs to hear how faithful God has been. Your story may be the very thing that points them to Jesus.

Make this your prayer today:
Lord, thank You for all You have done in my life. Help me never forget Your faithfulness and give me the courage to share my testimony with others. Let my story bring glory to You and lead people closer to Jesus. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Have a great day! God bless you and your family! Remember, your testimony is proof that God is still working, still saving, and still changing lives today!

06/12/2026

“And they have defeated him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony.”
Revelation 12:11

Have you ever felt like the enemy keeps bringing up your past? Maybe he reminds you of your failures, your mistakes, or the times you fell short. The enemy wants you to focus on what you’ve done, but God wants you to focus on what Jesus has done.

Our victory is not based on our own goodness, our own strength, or our ability to get everything right. Our victory is found in the finished work of Jesus Christ. When He shed His blood on the cross, He paid the price for every sin, every failure, every weakness, and every mistake we would ever make.

The blood of Jesus has the power to forgive, restore, redeem, and make us new. Because of His blood, we are no longer condemned. Because of His blood, we have access to the Father. Because of His blood, we can stand boldly before God knowing that we belong to Him.

Today, when the enemy tries to remind you of your past, remind him of the cross. When guilt tries to creep in, remember that Jesus has already paid the price. The blood of Jesus is greater than your failures and stronger than any attack of the enemy.

Make this your prayer today:
Lord, thank You for the blood of Jesus that washed away my sins and made me new. Help me walk in the freedom and victory You purchased for me at the cross. Let me live each day confident in Your grace and Your love. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Have a great day! God bless you and your family! Walk in the victory that belongs to you through the blood of Jesus Christ!

06/11/2026

“When he heard this, he became very sad, because he was very wealthy.”
Luke 18:23

As we study the life of Jesus, we see that everyone who encountered Him left changed. Some were healed, some received wisdom, and others became devoted followers. But this young man made a different choice. Jesus invited him into something greater than himself, and he chose to hold on to what he already had.

The Bible tells us he walked away sad. While Scripture doesn’t tell us what happened afterward, we can imagine the regret he may have carried. He had an opportunity to fully follow Jesus, but he let something temporary keep him from something eternal.

This young man wanted what Jesus offered, but he wasn’t willing to take the step of faith required to receive it. One act of obedience could have completely changed the direction of his life.

The same choice is before us every day. Will we follow Jesus, or will we hold on to the things that keep us from Him?

A true encounter with Jesus should bring change. Trust Him enough to take that next step of faith. God loves you, has a purpose for your life, and knows what is best for you. Don’t live with regret. Choose obedience today and watch what God can do.

God bless you! I’m praying for you and cheering you on as you follow His voice.
Have a great day!

06/10/2026

“And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.”
Hebrews 11:6

Have you ever stopped to think that God may want to use you to be the answer to someone's prayer?

Hebrews 11:6 reminds us that God rewards those who earnestly seek Him. As we spend time with Him, He begins to shape our hearts and fill our lives with His love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self control.

But God doesn't stop there. He also gives spiritual gifts to His people so they can help others and bring glory to Him. The gifts listed in 1 Corinthians 12 were not just for Bible times. God still desires to work through His people today.

Do you believe God can use you to make a difference in someone's life? Maybe through an encouraging word, a prayer, an act of kindness, or even a miracle.

Ask God today to open your eyes to the needs around you. Ask Him to use you to help the hurting, encourage the discouraged, and point people to Jesus. When we seek Him and step out in faith, amazing things can happen.

God wants to work through you. Believe it, ask Him, and watch what He does.

God bless! Have a great day!

06/09/2026

“Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a loyal spirit within me. Do not banish me from your presence, and don’t take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and make me willing to obey you.”
‭‭Psalms 51:10-12

David wrote these words after realizing he had sinned and needed God's forgiveness. He understood that he could not fix himself through his own strength. He needed God to change his heart and restore his relationship with Him.

David's prayer reminds us that our greatest need is God's presence. Success, possessions, and accomplishments mean very little if we are not walking closely with the Lord. David knew that true joy is found in a relationship with God.

This is a great prayer for us to pray each morning: "Lord, renew my spirit today. Help me stay faithful to You. No matter what I face, remind me that You are with me and working in my life. Restore the joy of my salvation and help me follow You with all my heart."

The good news is that God does not abandon us when we fail. David made mistakes, yet God still loved him and used him. The same is true for us. In our weakness, we discover that God is our strength.

When we depend on His Spirit, His Word, and His guidance, we find the fulfillment and peace that only He can give.

Have a great day! Worship God in all you do, and let His presence guide your every step. God bless you!

06/08/2026

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.”
Proverbs 3:5-6

If you were taking a trip to a place you had never been before, you would probably use a map or GPS to help you reach your destination. Without a destination, you would simply wander around with no clear direction.

Many of us have goals for our careers, finances, health, or family, but have you ever stopped to think about your spiritual goals? Spiritual growth does not happen by accident. Just like anything valuable in life, it requires time, attention, and intentional effort.

What do you want your relationship with Jesus to look like a month from now? A year from now? Maybe your goal is to spend more time in prayer, read your Bible consistently, serve others more faithfully, or become more sensitive to the voice of the Holy Spirit.

Take a few moments today to evaluate where you are spiritually and ask God where He wants to take you. Then set a goal that moves you closer to Him. As you seek His will and follow His direction, He will guide your steps and help you become more like Jesus every day.

Have a great day! God bless!

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