Pastor Jacob Franklin

When facing times of uncertainty and life’s storms of any kind, days and nights can be extremely difficult to keep hopes high. That’s when faith matters the most. Faith is our self-confidence and proof that God is faithful! (Hebrews 11:1) When we get rid of plan B and C, and approach God's Throne of Grace with confidence, we’ll receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need! (Hebrews 4:16) I encourage you to NEVER quit and lose heart or sight of that which God has placed inside of you. (1 Corinthians 2:9) Refuse to even give thought to aborting the dream you have carried for so long. (John 16:21) #The work the LORD has begun in you will be completed! (Philippians 1:6) #God is FAITHFUL! #God won’t FAIL! #God is GREAT! “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...

“Praise Him In Advance” is a powerful beginning and foundation of a faith filled blessed life! (Psalm 150:6) A continuous praiser understands that God’s permanent residence is praise, and praise’s permanent residence is their mouth. (Psalm 34:1) “Praise Him In Advance” means I can’t see it yet, but by faith, I’ll have evidence of God’s goodness! (Hebrews 11:1, Romans 8:28) #Go ahead and put praise on what you're expecting God to do! (Ephesians 3:20)   “In every situation let Me know what you need in prayers and requests while giving THANKS (Gratitude). Then My peace, which goes beyond anything you can imagine, will guard your thoughts and emotions!” (Philippians 4:6-7) ~ GOD Pray This Prayer With Me: Father, Your Word says in 2 Corinthians 4:9, in every way I’m troubled, but I’m not crushed by troubles. I get frustrated, but I don't give up. I’m persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but never destroyed! I am grateful; You’ve given me a new day of learning, choi...

David, the palmist was God’s chosen and anointed to lead all of Israel, but his appointment was not void of disappointment, distress and difficulty. (1 Sam. 16:1-13) Even during the most difficult times, God has plans to give you hope! (Jeremiah 29:11) Nothing that’s happening in your life surprises God. Pray, praise, meditate, decree and declare God’s Word! Stand in faith and believe something good is going to happen for you! (Rom 8:28, 2 Cor 4:17-18) (Psalms 107:2) #You’re the apple of God’s eye, you’re the head and not the tail, above only and not beneath! (Psalms 17:8, Deuteronomy 28:13) “Don't be discouraged, I am your God! I will strengthen you and help you!” “I know the plans I have for you… "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope!” (Jeremiah 29:11, Isaiah 41:10, Psalm 46:1) ~ GOD Pray This Prayer With Me: Father, I invite You into my thoughts and speech, so my words will align with the awesome purpose You have predestined ...

Many Hardships & Perplexing Circumstances Confront The Righteous, But The Lord Rescues The Righteous From Them All! (Psalm 34:19) Don’t allow conditions to slow your progress or decrease your confidence. (Hebrews 10:35) Remain faithful, your chapter does not end here, although you have been afflicted, God promises deliverance every time! #Don’t be timid; don’t get discouraged. God, your God, is with you every step you take! (Joshua 1:9)  “Don’t panic. I’m with you. There’s no need to fear for I’m your God. I’ll give you strength. I’ll help you. I’ll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you.” (Isaiah 41:10) ~ GOD Pray This Prayer With Me: Father, Thank You for never leaving me or failing me. (Hebrews 13:5) I ask for Your strength this day and I thank You for giving me promises to hold on to while I wait on You. I humbly pray, in Jesus' name, Amen! Have a great weekend! Never forget, in all circumstances, God loves you and you are extremely valuable and important in Go...

To Keep satan From Taking Advantage Of Us; We’re Not Ignorant Of His Schemes! (2 Corinthians 2:11) Romans 12:21 teaches “Don’t let evil get the best of you; get the best of evil by doing good!” Don’t give in toi the conditions surrounding you, God is present, turning it around in your favor and revealing to you the advantage He has given to you! (Psalm 46:1)   “No weapon formed against you shall prosper &every tongue that rises against you in judgment You shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord & their righteousness is from Me!” (Isaiah 54:17) ~ GOD Pray This Prayer With Me: Father, I thank You for the favor You have covered me with as a shield! I trust You, I put my faith and hope in You, knowing You’re good and You have good for my future! I humbly pray, in Jesus' Mighty Name, Amen! Have a great days! Never forget, in all circumstances, God loves you! In His service, Jacob... Check Out, William Becton & Friends - Be Encouraged, by...

satan, the devil and his nymphs,   cannot defeat a believer that has joy! In view of that, you must never allow the pressures or circumstances of life to steal your joy. Only once we find joy in Christ will we be able to function and thrive in life. (Rom. 14:16-18) God’s Word in your heart will produce unspeakable joy, for “the joy of the Lord is your strength!” (Neh. 8:10) Jer. 33:11 commands us to declare our joy and states that if we do, God will restore us from captivity! #Good Morning & Good Day—New Joy Is Here! #A joyful heart is good like medicine!” (Pro. 17:22) “If you keep My commandments and obey My teaching, you will remain in My love, just as I have kept My Father’s commandments and remain in His love. I have told you these things so that My joy and delight may be in you, and that your joy may be made full and complete and overflowing!” (John 15:10-15) ~ GOD Pray This Prayer With Me: LORD, You have come to my rescue many times before and You’ve turned ...

All Of Our Help Comes From The Lord—The Maker Of Heaven & Earth! (Psalm 121:1-2) Those who wait for the LORD [who expect, look for, and hope in Him] Will gain new strength and renew their power; They will lift up their wings [and rise up close to God] like eagles [rising toward the sun]; They will run and not become weary, They will walk and not grow tired. (Isaiah 40:31) #Beloved Brothers & Sisters, Let’s Not Allow Ourselves To Grow Weary Doing Good. At the right time we will harvest a good crop if we don’t give up, or quit! (Galatians 6:9) "Pray all the time and never give up!" "I will never fail you. I will never abandon you! “When You’re At Your Weakest, I’m At My Strongest, In You & On Your Behalf!” (Luke 18:1, Hebrews 13:5, 2 Corinthians 12:9) ~ GOD Pray This Prayer With Me: Father, thank You graciously for the plans You have for my future—a task only You could accomplish! (Jeremiah 1:5, Jeremiah 29:11) As I live a life of faith each day and ...