Pastor Jacob Franklin

Ephesians 3:20 teaches us how to maximize the power of God by thinking and asking in faith. (Matthew 7:7-8, Philippians 4:8, Psalm 1:1-3) If our thoughts are constantly that of misery and self-interest, it will be a long miserable road before reaching happiness and success. Proverbs 23:7 teaches, “Whatever we think in our heart, we become.” I encourage you to continue to trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding. God’s unlimited, never exhausted power works within you, through you and for your good! ( 1 John 4:4, Romans 8:28) Never stop reciting these teachings. You must think about them night and day, so that you will faithfully do everything written in them. Only then will you prosper and succeed!” (Joshua 1:8 GWT) ~ God Pray This Prayer With Me : LORD, I thank You for being an ever-present, almighty, everlasting and forever faithful God! I ask for Your strength daily, so I may live a life of faith each day and my life brings You gl...

There are times we simply need encouragement and a reminder that God is still active in our lives, He knows our name and our situation. When sickness, discomfort and heartbreak happen, God never leaves His children deserted! (Hebrews 13:5) Psalm 30:5 clearly declares, uneasiness is seasonal, but God’s favor lasts for life! Your trouble won’t last always! This too will pass! (Ecclesiastes 3:1-6) I encourage you to be still and know the LORD is fighting for you—the situation you’re dealing with at this very moment is a tool for transformation in the hand of God. (Exodus 14:14 GWT, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 4:24-27) “I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope!” (Jeremiah 29:11 NLT) ~ GOD Pray This Prayer With Me: LORD, You have come to my rescue many times before and you’ve turned my worst day around for my good and for Your glory. (Romans 8:28) Father, thank You that I can take comfort in ...

Greater The Test—Greater Testimony ! “Be very happy when you are tested in different ways, knowing that the testing of your faith develops perseverance! Let perseverance finish its work, so that you may be mature and complete, lacking in nothing!” (James 1:2-4 GWT) There will 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 nothing will ever hurt you!” (Luke 10:19) I encourage you, whatever your spiritual or natural battle is or will be in the days ahead, remember Christ defeated the enemy and all of satan’s works at Calvary—Our Victory Is Already Won! (Revelation 12:11, 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...

In order to move forward into the greatness God has for you, it’s important that your focus and expectancy is on the future God has preordained! (Jeremiah 29:11) I encourage you to remain focused, keep your eyes on the LORD, praying continually and do not allow people, places or things of this world to distract you. (Psalm 121, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Romans 12:2) “Forget what happened in the past, and do not dwell on events from long ago. I am going to do something new. It is already happening. Don't you recognize it? I will clear a way in the desert. I will make rivers on dry land!” (Isaiah 43:18-19 GWT) Pray This Prayer With Me: Father, I surrender to Your will and I ask that You continue to order my steps. (Psalm 37:23-25) May I continually declare with total confidence and belief, "greater is coming for me!" (1 Corinthians 2:9) I humbly pray, in Jesus' name, amen. Have a great day! Never forget, in all circumstances, God loves you and you are extremely val...

With God, there is no limit to what you can do and there is no obstacle you can’t overcome! (Philippians 4:13) We walk in this power by faith! (2 Corinthians 5:7) No matter what we face, we have preplanned victory over satan, because the Holy Spirit (God) within us is greater than anything or anyone in this world! (1 John 4:4) I encourage you to remain focused on how many times God has answered your prayers in the past, how much God loves you and how He is forever faithful! (Psalm 100:5) "I am the LORD God of all humanity. Nothing is too hard for Me!” “I watch over My word to accomplish it!" (Jeremiah 32:27, Jeremiah 1:12 HCSB) ~God   Pray This Prayer With Me : Father, I thank You for Your Holy Spirit who dwells within me, comforting and strengthening me daily, so I may prosper and succeed. Thank You for the victory You have given me through Jesus Christ! (Philippians 4:13, 2 Corinthians 2:14) I humbly pray, in Jesus' mighty name, amen! Have a great day and a great...

“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 uncomfortable or discomfort; 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, Proverbs 3:6) 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 me. (L...

The scripture tells us, “After you have done the will of the LORD, you will receive all He has promised!” (Hebrews 10:36) Not some, but all! If you’re seeking and waiting on God, don’t quit, don’t run away from the problem, pace yourself—God will give you everything you need in abundance, for His glory! (Isaiah 40:31, Galatians 6:9, Matthew 6:33) I encourage you while waiting, to remain positive, keep your expectations high; let your dreams be bigger than your fears and your actions speak louder than your words! (James 2:14-26) “I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future!” “I am the LORD! If I say it, it will happen. There will be no more delays!”(Jeremiah 29:11, Ezekiel 12:25) ~ God Pray This Prayer With Me : Father, Your Word says that You will strengthen me for whatever You allow in my life. (Colossians 1:9-12) I ask for Your strength, patience and the grace to wait with a good attitude, so I may please You....