sermons
MOTHER'S DAY MESSAGE
May14,2017 by Pastor Louie Franco
TEXT: 1Samuel 1
Hannah, a woman of faith, had a situation like most of us. She may be childless, but not prayerless. She was mocked, provoked, and taunted by Peninah...
But she knew HOW to face her difficulties and challenges; she knew WHERE to go in times of distress; she knew WHEN to pray the right prayers; she knew WHO can fix her trouble; and she knew WHAT to do when her prayes are answered.
May14,2017 by Pastor Louie Franco
TEXT: 1Samuel 1
Hannah, a woman of faith, had a situation like most of us. She may be childless, but not prayerless. She was mocked, provoked, and taunted by Peninah...
But she knew HOW to face her difficulties and challenges; she knew WHERE to go in times of distress; she knew WHEN to pray the right prayers; she knew WHO can fix her trouble; and she knew WHAT to do when her prayes are answered.
Easter Sunday Message
April 16, 2017 Pastor Louie Franco
The first words Jesus spoke after His resurrection were full of power and comfort. To the women at the tomb, He said, "Do not be afraid." Later, when He appeared to His disciples, He told Thomas, "Do not be unbelieving, but believe."
This is the very message our world needs today. We live in a time filled with fear, uncertainty, doubt, and unbelief. But the resurrection of Jesus speaks directly to these struggles.
Because He is risen, we no longer need to live in fear. In Christ, we have hope, power over the enemy, victory over sin and death, and the full assurance of eternal life.
So do not be afraid. Do not be unbelieving. Put your trust in the risen Savior—Jesus Christ, our living hope.
April 16, 2017 Pastor Louie Franco
The first words Jesus spoke after His resurrection were full of power and comfort. To the women at the tomb, He said, "Do not be afraid." Later, when He appeared to His disciples, He told Thomas, "Do not be unbelieving, but believe."
This is the very message our world needs today. We live in a time filled with fear, uncertainty, doubt, and unbelief. But the resurrection of Jesus speaks directly to these struggles.
Because He is risen, we no longer need to live in fear. In Christ, we have hope, power over the enemy, victory over sin and death, and the full assurance of eternal life.
So do not be afraid. Do not be unbelieving. Put your trust in the risen Savior—Jesus Christ, our living hope.
CROSSING THE RED SEA
SERMON March 19, 2017 by Pastor Louie Franco
God’s Detour - No Shortcuts
When the Israelites left Egypt, God didn’t lead them on the shorter or more direct route to the Promised Land (Exodus 13:17). Instead, He led them south—toward the Red Sea. From a human perspective, this made no sense. We tend to believe the shorter the distance, the better the use of time and energy. But God operates outside of human logic.
In His perfect wisdom, God knew the Israelites needed more than just physical freedom—they needed transformation. He had taken them out of Egypt overnight, but it would take 40 years to get Egypt out of them. One preacher said it well: "It took one night to bring Israel out of Egypt, but 40 years to bring Egypt out of Israel."
This is often why some of our prayers seem to go unanswered for a long time. We become fixated on the result--“When will God answer?”—rather than trusting the process. Like today’s world, we get product-focused instead of process-focused, valuing the blessing over the Blesser, the gift over the Giver, the promise over the Promiser.
But God leads us on detours not to delay us, but to prepare us. When He takes you off the path you expected, He’s preparing you for a greater miracle.
Keep Calm - It’s Not Your Fight
When the Israelites reached the edge of the Red Sea, they found themselves trapped—an enormous body of water before them and Pharaoh’s armies rapidly approaching behind them (Exodus 14:10). Imagine the fear: no way forward, no way back, and death closing in fast.
In our world today, many find themselves in similar “dead-end” situations—hopeless, desperate, with no way out but a miracle. Sadly, without Christ, people often turn to harmful or destructive choices that only worsen the situation.
But I love what Moses said to the people:
“The Lord Himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.” (Exodus 14:14)
Whatever “Pharaoh’s army” is threatening you—be it depression, addiction, injustice, illness, or fear—remember: the battle is not yours; it’s God’s. He’s never lost a fight. He has conquered sin, death, and every spiritual enemy.
As the Apostle John reminds us:“Greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world.” (1 John 4:4)
And Isaiah declares: “No weapon formed against you shall prosper...” (Isaiah 54:17)
Not even Pharaoh’s elite chariots could touch God's people—because the battle belongs to the Lord.
Enough Crying - Get Moving
As the sound of Egyptian chariots grew louder, the Israelites cried out to God in terror. Then God said something unexpected to Moses: “Why are you crying out to Me? Tell the people to get moving!” (Exodus 14:15)
In other words: “Stop whining. Stop hesitating. Use what I’ve already given you—stretch out your staff and move forward!”
Sometimes we do the same. We cry out for deliverance, saying, “Lord, I can’t do this!”—when God has already made a way. He’s already parted the sea. Now it's time for you to move.
We pray for loved ones to be saved, but never share the Gospel with them.
We pray for financial breakthrough, but don’t take steps toward work or stewardship.
We ask for healing, but ignore the steps God is calling us to take toward wholeness.
God has done His part. Now it’s your turn to move in faith.
The Israelites walked through the sea on dry ground—and made it safely to the other side. And as they stood in awe, they watched their enemies—the mighty army of Pharaoh—defeated by the hand of God.
If you find yourself facing a Red Sea with Pharaoh’s army closing in behind you, remember this:
SERMON March 19, 2017 by Pastor Louie Franco
God’s Detour - No Shortcuts
When the Israelites left Egypt, God didn’t lead them on the shorter or more direct route to the Promised Land (Exodus 13:17). Instead, He led them south—toward the Red Sea. From a human perspective, this made no sense. We tend to believe the shorter the distance, the better the use of time and energy. But God operates outside of human logic.
In His perfect wisdom, God knew the Israelites needed more than just physical freedom—they needed transformation. He had taken them out of Egypt overnight, but it would take 40 years to get Egypt out of them. One preacher said it well: "It took one night to bring Israel out of Egypt, but 40 years to bring Egypt out of Israel."
This is often why some of our prayers seem to go unanswered for a long time. We become fixated on the result--“When will God answer?”—rather than trusting the process. Like today’s world, we get product-focused instead of process-focused, valuing the blessing over the Blesser, the gift over the Giver, the promise over the Promiser.
But God leads us on detours not to delay us, but to prepare us. When He takes you off the path you expected, He’s preparing you for a greater miracle.
Keep Calm - It’s Not Your Fight
When the Israelites reached the edge of the Red Sea, they found themselves trapped—an enormous body of water before them and Pharaoh’s armies rapidly approaching behind them (Exodus 14:10). Imagine the fear: no way forward, no way back, and death closing in fast.
In our world today, many find themselves in similar “dead-end” situations—hopeless, desperate, with no way out but a miracle. Sadly, without Christ, people often turn to harmful or destructive choices that only worsen the situation.
But I love what Moses said to the people:
“The Lord Himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.” (Exodus 14:14)
Whatever “Pharaoh’s army” is threatening you—be it depression, addiction, injustice, illness, or fear—remember: the battle is not yours; it’s God’s. He’s never lost a fight. He has conquered sin, death, and every spiritual enemy.
As the Apostle John reminds us:“Greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world.” (1 John 4:4)
And Isaiah declares: “No weapon formed against you shall prosper...” (Isaiah 54:17)
Not even Pharaoh’s elite chariots could touch God's people—because the battle belongs to the Lord.
Enough Crying - Get Moving
As the sound of Egyptian chariots grew louder, the Israelites cried out to God in terror. Then God said something unexpected to Moses: “Why are you crying out to Me? Tell the people to get moving!” (Exodus 14:15)
In other words: “Stop whining. Stop hesitating. Use what I’ve already given you—stretch out your staff and move forward!”
Sometimes we do the same. We cry out for deliverance, saying, “Lord, I can’t do this!”—when God has already made a way. He’s already parted the sea. Now it's time for you to move.
We pray for loved ones to be saved, but never share the Gospel with them.
We pray for financial breakthrough, but don’t take steps toward work or stewardship.
We ask for healing, but ignore the steps God is calling us to take toward wholeness.
God has done His part. Now it’s your turn to move in faith.
The Israelites walked through the sea on dry ground—and made it safely to the other side. And as they stood in awe, they watched their enemies—the mighty army of Pharaoh—defeated by the hand of God.
If you find yourself facing a Red Sea with Pharaoh’s army closing in behind you, remember this:
- It’s not your fight.
- God has made a way.
- It’s time to move forward.