Pastor Jacob Franklin

Christ defeated the enemy and all of our trouble we face today at Calvary, but the way we overcome the enemy is by our testimony. (Revelation 12:11) There can never be a testimony without a test or a time of testing. As Jesus spoke to the disciples, He speaks to us today, “I have given you the authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to destroy all the enemy's power and no ... thing will ever hurt you!” (Luke 10:19) I encourage you, whatever your spiritual or natural battle is or will be in the days ahead, to remember—Your Victory Is Already Won! (John 19:30) “I've told you this so that My peace will be with you. In the world you'll have trouble. But cheer up! I have overcome the world!” (John 16:33 GWT) ~ God Pray this prayer with me: Father, thank You for what You did for me at Calvary and I thank You for being the all-powerful God who lives within me and strengthens me daily! (Philippians 4:13) Father, I thank You that the trouble I face is only a test for...

Trust In The LORD With All Your Heart; Do Not Depend On Your Own Understanding. Seek His Will In All You Do & He Will Show You Which Path To Take! (Proverbs 3:5-6 NLT) Once you start moving in the direction God has purposed, Satan will do everything he can to stop you from fulfilling God’s purpose. If you never bump into the devil, you both may be headed in the same direction. As God’s child, your path may get uncomfortable and cause doubt. No one is immune to doubt. It can and does happen to us all, but you've got to know how to handle it when it comes. The moment you feel doubt, turn to God’s Word and trust Him more. The Word of God and prayer are the tools the Holy Spirit uses to comfort and to guide us. (John 14:26) I encourage you to seek God’s Word, pray, making this a daily practice, so you’re not just casually reading, but actively seeking to know God and where the answers are! (Philippians 4:6, Matthew 6:32-34, Matthew 7:7-8)  “I will even make a roadway in the wild...

Only Believe, You Will Surely See God’s Power! (Mark 5:36) No matter how great the need or how violent the storm, the moment you act in faith, you invite God to move on your behalf in a miraculous and supernatural way. Until you act in faith, your faith is useless. (James 2:17) I encourage you to take a leap of faith, step out of your comfort zone, believe God for the impossible—God is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that you can ask or think, according to His power that works in you! ( Mark 9:23, Ephesians 3:20)  “Every valley will be raised. Every mountain and hill will be lowered. Steep places will be made level. Rough places will be made smooth. Then the My glory will be revealed and all people will see it together. I the LORD have spoken!" (Isaiah 40:4-5) ~ God    Pray This Prayer With Me: Father, when I try to understand before walking in faith, help me to remember that living by Your will and for Your glory is important in knowing Your direction. (...

When facing times of uncertainty or life’s storms of any kind, days and nights can be extremely difficult to keep high hopes. That’s when faith matters the most—it’s our sureness and evidence that God is faithful! (Hebrews 11:1) It’s when we’re to rely on God’s grace as the only option, get rid of all back-up plans and approach God's throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need. (Hebrews 4:16) I encourage you to remain sure God is able and during your weakest moments, His strength is there to strengthen you and His hand is there to guide you! (2 Corinthians 12:10, Isaiah 41:13) “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to Me. My peace, which transcends all understanding, will guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus!” (Philippians 4:6-7 NIV) ~ God Pray This Prayer With Me: Father, Your word says in 2 Corinthians 4:9, in every way w...

Weeping May Last Through The Night, But Joy Comes With The Morning! (Psalm 30:5b NLT) Psalm 30:5 clearly states, discomfort is seasonal, but favor lasts for life! Whether it’s a week, months, years, a day or night or it may even seem unending, but there’s a limit. Your irritation has a due date, an end, but your joy will come! As you walk by faith, resting in the promises and grace of God, God is working behind the scenes in your favor and working it out for your good! (2 Corinthians 1:20, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Romans 8:28) I encourage you to hold on, there’s going to be an end to this, but God’s favor will remain and keep you! (Job 23:10)   “I know what I’m doing. I have it all planned out—plans to take care of you, not abandon you, plans to give you the future you hope for!” (Jeremiah 29:11) ~ God Pray This Prayer With Me: Father, when I’m in the middle of a trial, I ask that You strengthen me, until You have accomplished Your purpose, so I may come out as pure gold for You...

“You will be like a tree planted along a riverbank, with roots that reach deep into the water. You will be a tree that’s not bothered by the heat or worried by long months of drought. Your leaves will stay green and they’ll never stop producing fruit!” (Jeremiah 17:8) Trusting God doesn’t prevent us from feeling discomfort or being uncomfortable in a situation; however for those who will seek the Lord’s presence, provisions, guidance and promises—there they will find there is no one greater than our Lord! (1 Samuel 2:2) With one spoken word God can instantly align all! (Genesis 1) No matter how uncomfortable, I encourage you to put all your trust in God—you will never be ashamed! (Romans 10:11) “I know what I’m doing. I have it all planned out—plans to take care of you, not abandon you, plans to give you the future you hope for!” (Jeremiah 29:11) ~ God Pray This Prayer With Me: Father, just as You’ve never failed those who trusted in You in past generations, I know You won’t fail m...

Don't Worry About Anything; Instead, Pray About Everything ! Tell God what you need and thank Him for all He has done! (Philippians 4:6) Even when bad things happen to good people who love the Lord, God is always in control—He knows our beginning to our end! (Romans 8:28, Isaiah 46:10, Revelation 22:13) I encourage you to be comforted in knowing, no matter the difficulty, victory belongs to Him and victory belongs to us! (1 Corinthians 15:55-57) Your Victory Is Already Won! (1 John 5:4) “In this world you will have many trials and sorrows, but remain encouraged—I have overcome the world!" (John 16:33 NLT) ~ God Pray This Prayer With Me: Father, thank You for the power and victory You have given to me as Your child! I pray that You comfort the bereaved throughout this world and I say a special prayer for those who lost their lives in Charleston, SC church shooting. (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18) I humbly pray, in Jesus’ mighty name, amen… Have a great day! Never forget, in al...