
John Franklin
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On Our Knees
63045:17ISA 41:17MAT 6:10MAT 16:19MAT 21:21In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a little boy who only ate half of his hamburger at school because his mother told him to bring the other half home for his sister. The speaker then goes on to talk about the potential that God has to do great things in our lives if we are willing to believe in Him and surrender ourselves to His will. He shares examples of how God has provided for his community, including a man who drove from California to Kentucky to donate supplies and a company that donated $150,000 worth of clothing. The speaker also discusses the illiteracy rate in his community and how his wife started a Bible study for women who couldn't read. Overall, the message emphasizes the power of God to work miracles and make a difference in our lives and communities.
Preparing for Revival
59052:24MAL 4:6LUK 1:78LUK 3:7LUK 3:15LUK 7:27In this sermon, the preacher discusses the role of John the Baptist in preparing the people for the coming of the Lord. John preached a baptism of repentance for the remission of sins, urging people to prepare the way for the Lord. The preacher emphasizes the need for believers to examine their belief systems and make necessary changes in order to be prepared for revival. He also highlights the importance of bearing good fruit and the consequences of not doing so. The sermon concludes with the message that God stirs his people to get them ready for revival and that believers must ask themselves what they need to do to align with God's agenda.
America's Godly Heritage
56744:30EXO 20:3DEU 32:1DEU 32:10DEU 32:15DEU 32:18PSA 109:25MAT 6:33In this sermon, the speaker recounts the story of the early pilgrims and Puritans who settled in America, seeing themselves as a type of the children of Israel. The sermon references the 32nd chapter of Deuteronomy, where Moses gives final instructions and prophecies to the people. The speaker emphasizes the importance of answering the question of why God has blessed the nation and given them so much. They suggest that one reason is to fund world missions and spread the Gospel. The sermon also mentions a speech by Ben Franklin, where he acknowledges the hand of God in the nation's struggle for independence and questions whether they have forgotten their powerful friend. The speaker concludes by affirming their belief that God governs in the affairs of men.
God Regains His Fear Through Judgments
0PSA 50:21John Franklin delves into the importance of regaining the fear of God as the antidote to the moral decline plaguing our nation and Christians, emphasizing that the loss of fear of God leads to the exaltation of man and a lack of accountability for sin. He highlights that God reestablishes fear by actively judging sin, as seen throughout Scripture in warnings to nations and His people. Franklin points out the signs of God's judgment on a nation, such as the deprivation of wisdom, and challenges the church to recognize earthly accountabilities for sin and seek repentance to avoid further judgment.
The Practice to Which the Church Must Return
02CH 7:14MAT 18:20ACT 1:8ACT 6:1JAS 5:16John Franklin discusses the root cause of moral collapse in America and the church, attributing it to the loss of the fear of God. He emphasizes the need for repentance and restoration of fellowship with God to see His favor and power manifested. Franklin highlights the importance of corporate prayer as an essential practice for churches to regain favor and power with God, drawing from the example of the early church in Acts.
The Priority of Praying Together
0MAT 18:19ACT 1:14ACT 4:31ACT 12:51CO 12:13John Franklin shares a powerful testimony of a revival in Mombasa, Kenya, where nearly 30,000 people responded to the gospel after months of prayer meetings. The experience highlights the tangible presence of God and the impact of corporate prayer in bringing about transformation. Franklin emphasizes the importance of praying together as a prerequisite for experiencing God's power and witnessing spiritual growth and societal change.
Recapturing a Proper Understanding of the Fea
0EXO 20:18John Franklin emphasizes the importance of understanding and embracing the fear of God, highlighting the two types of fear mentioned in the Bible - a physical reaction to God's presence and a rational understanding of accountability to Him for sin. He challenges the common misconception that the fear of God is merely awe and reverence without an element of fear, stressing the need to acknowledge God's holiness and our accountability to Him. Franklin warns against living with a one-sided view of God's love and grace, neglecting His holiness, and emphasizes the consequences of willful sin without fearing God's accountability.
The Root Cause of Americas Moral Collapse
0EXO 20:20NUM 14:182CH 7:14PSA 36:1PRO 8:13PRO 16:6MAL 3:6MAT 5:13ACT 10:34ROM 3:18HEB 4:13REV 19:15John Franklin emphasizes the importance of fearing God in a society plagued by immorality and a lack of accountability. He highlights how the fear of God serves as a deterrent to sin, as seen in various biblical passages, and how a rediscovery of this truth can lead to a moral and spiritual turnaround in the nation. Franklin challenges Christians to evaluate their discipleship and question why so many continue in wickedness despite claiming to follow Christ. He points out the societal consequences of Christians losing their fear of God, leading to a deluge of immorality and a lack of distinction between believers and non-believers.