In this message, Austin Westlake, National Youth Director of the AG, unpacks Genesis 22 to remind us that even when life doesn’t make sense, God is working behind the scenes. What you see isn’t the whole story—God’s promises never fail.——Subscribe to the latest sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://givetofocus.com Life Change Through Christ. This is the vision of Focus Church, led by Pastor Mike Santiago and based in Raleigh, NC with multiple locations through out the state.

In a world that feels shaky, what are you really standing on? This message declares that when God calls His people to “stand on business,” He’s calling us to plant our faith, our trust, and our ten toes in what never moves—His promises, His provision, and His presence.Drawing from Joshua 1:3, we’ll discover that everywhere we set our foot in faith, God moves. You’ll learn how to:Stand on His Promises — trading uncertainty for the unshakable certainty of His Word.Stand on His Provision — trusting that the God who gave us His Son will supply every need.Stand on His Presence — finding rest and confidence knowing that He never leaves your side.This isn’t a message about waiting for a miracle—it’s about planting your feet and living like you believe what God said is already yours. It’s time to stop sinking in the sand of fear and start standing on the solid rock of faith.——Subscribe to the latest sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://givetofocus.com Life Change Through Christ. This is the vision of Focus Church, led by Pastor Mike Santiago and based in Raleigh, NC with multiple locations through out the state.

Spiritual growth isn’t measured by time in church—it’s measured by your diet, discipline, and development. In this bold and convicting message, we explore Hebrews 5:12–14 and God’s call for His people to move beyond spiritual milk and start chewing on solid truth.If you’ve been stuck in surface-level faith, this sermon is your wake-up call.🍼 From pacifiers to purpose.🥩 From milk to meat.🛠️ From comfort to calling.We break down:Two Stages of spiritual growthFive Signs you're maturing—or notFour Changes you must make to grow deeper in your walk with Jesus📖 “By now you ought to be teachers…” —Hebrews 5:12This isn’t just about knowledge. It’s about discernment, discipline, and depth.Let’s become a church full of disciple-makers, not bottle-fed believers.——Subscribe to the latest sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://givetofocus.com Life Change Through Christ. This is the vision of Focus Church, led by Pastor Mike Santiago and based in Raleigh, NC with multiple locations through out the state.

This week’s message is personal, powerful, and transformational.Pastor Michael opens up with a heartfelt story from this past week—hosting his parents from Missouri, drinking too much coffee, watching Survivor, and being reminded just how much he reflects his own father. It’s a beautiful—and challenging—reminder of our ultimate goal as followers of Jesus: to be conformed into His image.🕊 Romans 8:29 makes it clear—our destiny isn’t just heaven. It’s transformation. Now.The goal isn’t just to make it to eternity—it’s to reflect Jesus in the present.In this message, Pastor Michael unpacks:✅ The difference between conformation to the world vs. transformation by the Spirit✅ Why repentance (metanoia) is more than a turn—it’s a renewal of the mind✅ How God's kindness leads us to real change✅ And how love, not shame, is what produces lasting transformationYou’ll also hear a powerful story from Luke 7 about a woman who showed extravagant love to Jesus—and why her posture should challenge all of us.Are you being conformed to the world… or transformed into Christ’s likeness?Let today mark the beginning of a new mind.——Subscribe to the latest sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://givetofocus.com

Have you ever felt stuck in the middle—between where you were and where you want to be? In life, we often find ourselves in uncomfortable seasons, uncertain circumstances, or incomplete miracles. Whether you're in the middle of a battle, a storm, a transition, or even a miracle still unfolding, God is right there with you.In this powerful sermon titled "I'm In the Middle of Something," discover how God doesn't merely observe from afar but actively steps into the middle of our struggles, uncertainties, and triumphs. Using real-life examples from the Bible, you'll find encouragement to leverage God's peace, authority, trust, courage, endurance, and the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus—the Middle Man.No matter your situation, you are never alone. God is in the middle, ready to meet you exactly where you are."I may be in the middle of something—but I am not alone. Jesus is with me in the middle."——Subscribe to the latest sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://givetofocus.com Life Change Through Christ. This is the vision of Focus Church, led by Pastor Mike Santiago and based in Raleigh, NC with multiple locations through out the state.

Are you living to achieve God’s love or receive it?In this message, Pastor Michael shares how the Holy Spirit doesn’t just give us gifts but fills us with God’s love, changing how we live and see ourselves. It’s not about striving to earn God’s approval but living from your identity as His beloved child.📖 Romans 8:14-16 reminds us: We have received the Spirit of full acceptance, not fear. The Holy Spirit makes God’s Fatherhood real, whispering, “You are God’s beloved child.”Whether you’re fasting with us during our 40 Days of Focus or seeking a deeper walk with God, this message will help you:✨ Move from striving to resting in God’s love✨ Understand that love is the true evidence of a Spirit-filled life✨ Live out your identity as a son or daughter of GodWatch now and let the Holy Spirit fill you with the love that changes everything.——Subscribe to the latest sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://givetofocus.com Life Change Through Christ. This is the vision of Focus Church, led by Pastor Mike Santiago and based in Raleigh, NC with multiple locations through out the state.

We Are “That Kind” of ChurchMatthew 17:14–21What kind of church are we? We are that kind of church.The kind of church that believes in prayer and fasting.The kind of church that knows God is not done with us yet.The kind of church that understands He is a generational God.In Matthew 17, a desperate father brings his son to the disciples, but they couldn’t help. Jesus steps in, rebukes the demon, and heals the boy instantly. When the disciples ask why they couldn’t do it, Jesus says, “Because of your little faith…” and reminds them that even faith the size of a mustard seed can move mountains. But this kind only comes out by prayer and fasting.We are that kind of church:✅ That Kind of Church That Confronts the Impossible.We believe God specializes in things that seem impossible. We don’t avoid impossible situations; we confront them with faith, knowing nothing is too hard for God.✅ That Kind of Church That Contends for the Miraculous.We believe God still heals, delivers, and moves in power. We don’t settle for what is; we contend for what could be, believing for miracles in our homes, families, and communities.✅ That Kind of Church That Conquers Mountains in the Name of Jesus.Whatever mountain stands in your way—doubt, sickness, lack, stress—we believe it can move. Not by might, not by power, but by His Spirit.For the next 40 days, we are stepping into a season of prayer and fasting, believing God to move mountains in your life.We will be That Kind of Church—the kind that doesn’t just talk about faith but confronts impossibility, contends for the miraculous, and conquers mountains, not in our own name, but in the name of Jesus.——Subscribe to the latest sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://givetofocus.com Life Change Through Christ. This is the vision of Focus Church, led by Pastor Mike Santiago and based in Raleigh, NC with multiple locations through out the state.

What happens when you set yourself apart for God? In this message, we explore The Consequences of Consecration—what fasting really produces in your life beyond the sacrifice. Drawing from Matthew 6:16–18 and other powerful scriptures, we break down four key outcomes: Evaluation, Elimination, Education, and Exaltation.➡ Evaluation – Fasting forces us to slow down and take an honest look at our spiritual condition.➡ Elimination – It helps strip away what’s been weighing us down and blocking our faith.➡ Education – In our hunger, we become students of God’s Word and His truth.➡ Exaltation – True consecration ends in worship, giving glory to the One who sustained us.If you’ve ever wondered what fasting and consecration really accomplish in your walk with God, this message is for you.📖 “And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.” (Matthew 6:18, ESV)——Subscribe to the latest sermons.To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://givetofocus.com Life Change Through Christ. This is the vision of Focus Church, led by Pastor Mike Santiago and based in Raleigh, NC with multiple locations through out the state.

Every man is called to more.In this impactful Father’s Day message, we unpack Joshua 4 and discover the 4 things every man needs to walk in purpose, lead with faith, and leave a legacy that lasts.✅ A Stone to Carry – What weight has God called you to shoulder?✅ An Altar to Build – Your worship leaves a mark—what are you building?✅ A Circle to Fight For – You weren’t made to walk alone.✅ A Story to Tell – Your testimony is your children’s inheritance.📖 “In the future your children will ask, ‘What do these stones mean to you?’” – Joshua 4:6Whether you’re a father, husband, or future leader, this message will call you to step into your God-given identity.

Continuing our series "Fight For Your Family", this week’s message draws from Joshua 3:1–17 and the familiar rhythm of “Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes”—but with eternal significance.Before Israel could step into the promise, they had to follow, carry, consecrate, and step out. The same is true for our families today.

🧠 HEAD – Christ is the head of the Church. Are you following His voice—or just reacting to life?

💪 SHOULDERS – We carry His presence. Spiritual authority means spiritual responsibility.

🙏 KNEES – Consecration begins in private. Your devotion today protects your family tomorrow.

👣 TOES – Faith requires movement. The miracle starts when your feet hit the water.God is calling us to lead our homes with faith, intentionality, and trust. Watch now and discover how to position your family for a move of God.