Pastor Jacob Franklin

The Holy Spirit Helps Us In Our Weakness ! (Romans 8:26) In our weakest moments, as we turn to God, we become strong! Receive your power from the Lord and from His mighty strength! (Ephesians 6:10) By faith, Let The Weak Say, "I Am Strong !" (Joel 3:10) When “You’re” Weak, Then “You’re” Strong ! (2 Corinthians 12:10) Human nature tells us that self-sufficiency is one of the greatest goals we could ever achieve, but Christ says, “if you’re weak, you find your strength in Me!” (2 Corinthians 12:9) The world tells us, “trust your own ability and talents. “God says, “do not rely on your own understanding, but trust Me to direct your paths and I’ll make your paths smooth!” (Proverbs 3:5 GWT) When we turn to God in weakness, His Spirit helps us! (Romans 8:26) Apostle Paul tells us in Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me!” It is not what you or I can do. It is what Christ can do through us. It is only when we are willing to admit we cannot do ...

God Is Able, And Willing To Do It Just For You ! God doesn't wait for circumstances to line up before He speaks! God causes them to line up, because He speaks! God gives life to the dead and calls into existence the things that do not exist! (Romans 4:17) Whatever God Has Promised You, He Is Able Also To Accomplish ! (Romans 4:21) You have heard it said, “man is only as good as his word.” Meaning that unless one does what they say they will do, they cannot be trusted. God holds Himself to the same standard. “God doesn't change His mind. When He says something, He does it. When He makes a promise, He keeps it!” (Numbers 23:19) No matter what the circumstances are, no matter what the doctor has said, no matter how low the money gets, you can rest and be comforted in what God has said about it. God has called forth goodness and greatness! He calls those things that are not as though they are! (Romans 4:17 God’s Word To You : "I will not dishonor My promise or alter My...

Whom God Has Blessed, No Man Can Curse ! (Numbers 23:20) I have received a command to bless, He has blessed, and I cannot change it! (Numbers 23:20) Even when we encounter unfortunate situations in life, we take the power away from Satan of his plan and purposes, when we continue to put our trust in God and trust His plan and purpose for our lives! (Romans 8:28) The LORD's Plan Stands Firm Forever ! (Psalm 33:1) I know the plans that I have for you, declares the LORD. They are plans for peace and not disaster, plans to give you a future filled with hope! (Jeremiah 29:11) You have done many miraculous things, O LORD my God. You have made many wonderful plans for us. No one compares to you! I will tell others about your miracles, which are more than I can count! (Psalm 40:5) Though the storms of life may seem they are at their strongest, full of chaos & uncertainty, trust God for a greater blessing and an overflow of abundance! God is getting ready to bless you far above all y...

Continue To Run Your Race, Until The Race Is Over And Won ! The race isn't [won] by fast runners, or the battle by heroes! (Ecclesiastes 9:11) But whoever will endure until the end will be saved! (Matthew 24:13) You Are A Winner, Running At Your Pace ! In this world, we will encounter difficult situations, but during those times, we must never forget the words of our Lord and Savior, "These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In this world you will have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world!" (John 16:33) Sometimes it seems like God is slow to act or to get involved where He's needed the most, but we must be patient and never doubt the Lord's will and His timing! As long as you think that you don't have a right to win or keep saying, "it is what it is" you will not enjoy victory or success that lies ahead. In a race everyone runs, but only one person gets the prize, so pace yourself and run to win! (1...

At Just The Right Time You Will Reap A Harvest Of Blessing, If You Don't Give Up ! (Galatians 6:9)   Everything has its own time, and there is a specific time for every activity under heaven! (Ecclesiastes 3:1) A time to cry and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance! (Ecclesiastes 3:4) Occasional disappointments and failures in life are to be expected, but our good days outweigh our bad. Hold On A Little While Longer ! Let us hold fast the confession of our faith without wavering, for He who promised is faithful! (Hebrews 10:23) It’s a common trend in the world today for people to blame all their problems on past events or others such as: their family, their environment or society etc… As children of God, our past circumstances do not predict or dictate our present or future outlook, because we serve a God who has made a way for us to overcome everything that has happened or will happen negatively in our lives. Christian life is about overcoming obstacles, risin...

You Do Not Have, Because You Do Not Ask God For It ! (James 4:2) " A SK, and you will receive. S EARCH, and you will find. K NOCK, and the door will be opened for you. Everyone who asks will receive. The one who searches will find, and for the one who knocks, the door will be opened! (Matthew 7:7-8) God Hears You ! This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us! (1 John 5:14) "The word "confidence" in this text describes a person who is faithful, bold and certain that God will answer prayer! In the context of prayer, the word confidence gives us a picture of a believer who prays fervently and unashamedly. What gives a believer this kind of confidence? The verse goes on to tell us: "If we ask any thing according to His Will, He hears us. Praying scriptural and in faith is important. When you know God's will & ask Him to do something that is in agreement with His Will, you can be 100% sure...

Make no mistake about this: You can never make a fool out of God. Whatever You Plant Is What You'll Harvest! (Galatians 6:7) Don’t waste your time, energy or efforts trying to get even or get back at someone who wronged you. Be mindful of how you treat others, because one day you will reap (harvest) what you have sown (planted)! Trust The LORD, And Do Good Things ! (Psalm 37:3) It's my observation that those who plow evil and sow trouble reap evil and trouble. (Job 4:8) The wicked conceive evil; they are pregnant with trouble and give birth to lies. They dig a deep pit to trap others, then fall into it themselves. (Psalm 7:14-15) Don’t allow un-forgiveness to hold back your blessings, but instead, choose to forgive those who have wronged you and press forward towards the greatness God has for you! God’s Word To You : “I tell you this: Love your enemies, and pray for those who persecute you. In this way you show that you are children of your Father in heaven.” (Matthew...