With Mercy’s Eyes

Publication type: Standalone Novel, Contemporary Christian Fiction

Published: D. T. Powell, 2025

Available 6/16/2025

Please note:

This book is for adult, churched Christians in fundamental circles. Due to the subjects discussed and the intensity of some of the material, the author recommends this book for readers 25+

This book does NOT contain graphic sexual content, swearing, or endorsement of sin.

*Not final cover

Summary:

He turned his back on God a long time ago. But God never forgot him.

Six months after struggling actor Lane Harris lost his husband in a tragic accident, he lands a movie role guaranteed to put him on the Hollywood map. But one producer holds the power to shut down his shot at stardom—and she’s a Christian. If she finds out he's gay, it's over. Lane is careful not to say too much around her. 

When an alcohol-fueled tryst with his co-star ends in humiliation, and his landlord hands him an eviction notice, Lane looks for someone to talk to. He finds a confidant in the Christian producer. After a night of too little sleep and not enough coffee, he lets slip his sexual orientation. Instead of a verbal flogging, the woman recounts recently losing her own husband. 

The only Christians Lane knows condemn him upon learning he's gay. But this one is different. She doesn't embrace his sexuality, but instead of treating him with disdain, she offers compassion. Christians are supposed to hate people like him. So, why doesn't she?