Pastor Tim Franklin opens in Genesis 1 and points out something we all feel: everything changes—our mood, our day, our circumstances. But there’s one constant: God. Zeroing in on the words “In the beginning, God,” he reminds us the Bible isn’t mainly about stuff God made—it’s about God Himself—present before time, not limited like we are, and never too busy for the big things or the small things.

He walks through creation and Exodus to show God hasn’t changed: He still delivers, provides, strengthens, and comforts. Pastor Tim also shares personal stories from his family’s adoption journey to highlight how God showed up right on time when it felt impossible. The takeaway is simple: ask yourself, “God is my ___,” and trust Him with whatever you’re carrying today.

In this message from Living Hope Fellowship, Pastor Tim Franklin gently reminds us that when we stumble spiritually, God doesn’t step back—He welcomes us close.

Teaching from Hebrews 10:19–25, we’re invited to draw near with confidence because of Jesus, hold tightly to our hope without wavering, and lean into the encouragement of the church family that helps us heal, grow, and keep moving forward.

The episode ends with a clear, compassionate gospel invitation: admit our need, believe in Christ, confess Him as Lord, and trust the faithful Father who meets us with grace and restores us step by step.

In this message, Pastor Tim Franklin walks through Abraham’s hardest test in Genesis 22 as we discover how God uses trials to stretch our faith, not to destroy it. While temptation pulls us away, God’s testing is designed to grow us closer to Him—personally tailored, purpose-filled, and always calling for obedience. As Abraham trusted the Lord on the mountain, we’re reminded of God’s promise: Jehovah Jireh—“The Lord will provide.” Even when we stumble, God teaches, restores, and keeps shaping us to live with deeper trust and “fly” through our tests with faith that glorifies Him.

In this message from Living Hope Fellowship, Pastor Tim Franklin encourages the church to fall in love with God’s Word—and to build a life anchored in truth.

From celebrating a young student who memorized all 66 books of the Bible to teaching from John 8:31–32, he reminds us that truth isn’t found in shifting opinions, headlines, or feelings—it’s found in Scripture, and ultimately in Jesus Himself.

You’ll hear practical encouragement to bring your Bible, make notes, memorize verses, study in context, and “abide” in God’s Word daily—because the truth may challenge us, but it also frees us, renews us, and leads us into the blessings of walking with Christ.

In this message from Matthew 2:1–12, we take a fresh look at the visit of the Wise Men (Magi) and why their story is more unusual—and more meaningful—than most nativity scenes suggest. We talk about what Scripture actually says: the Wise Men weren’t at the stable, they traveled a long distance, and they arrived later to worship Jesus as a young child. Along the way, we explore who they may have been, why they followed the star, and how God protected them by warning them in a dream.

More than history, this passage challenges us personally: wise people still seek Jesus. The world chases wealth, success, and comfort—but Scripture calls us to seek the Lord while He may be found (Isaiah 55:6), trust Him fully (Proverbs 3:5–6), and pursue Him with our whole heart (Jeremiah 29:13). Like the Wise Men who followed a star, we’re invited to follow the Son—walking by faith, surrendering control, and letting God lead us to the people and places He’s calling us to serve.