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The Care Ministry Podcast123: Navigating Your Unique Journey of Faith with Ines Franklin“I need to tell my story because it reminds me of grace.” Meet Inés Franklin, Founder and President of Trochia Ministries, author of Uncharted: Navigating Your Unique Journey of Faith, and one of the teaching pastors at Mariners Church. Inés grew up in Puerto Rico and came to the United States with a desire to help people at a young age. But her story comes with many twists and turns that brought her to a place of shame. Today, we get to hear about God’s redemption and grace in the midst of it all.
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2024-01-1847 min
That's For Sure with Carrie EllenEpisode 4 - Inés FranklinInés Franklin completed a Master of Divinity at Fuller Theological Seminary and is the Founder and President of Trochia Ministries, a Christian discipleship ministry. She serves as a teaching pastor at Mariners Church in Southern California. She is the author of Uncharted: Navigating Your Unique Journey of Faith, released March 21, 2023. She and her husband, James Franklin, have a blended family of five children and nine grandchildren (affectionately called the “Franklin Smoothie”) and live in Irvine, California.
I loved this conversation with Ines about the constant presence of God in our lives. I hope you’re encouraged by it t...
2023-11-0741 min
Anchored by the SwordInés Franklin's Freedom Story!This week's episode is so powerful! I love this conversation with Inés Franklin so much! We talk about the power of a praying Abuelita, which we both were so blessed to have in our lives. She goes on to tell me that she did not begin to truly follow Jesus until she was 40. She talks about walking through the immense amount of shame she had after having 2 abortions and 2 divorces, and then having an affair with her boss that led to the end of his marriage. She is an amazing woman who is not afraid to share the g...
2023-10-3144 min
The Nothing Is Wasted PodcastEpisode 288 - Releasing Shame and Finding Grace in Our Stories with Ines FranklinWhat do you do if much of your pain is caused by your own choices? How do you begin to break free from shame and find God's grace in your past?For author, pastor and Bible teacher, Ines Franklin the journey towards healing has taken some time, but God has been with her every step of the way. Having grown up without a father, Ines found the wounds of her past and her own decisions led her to living with immense shame. She divorced twice, had two abortions, and had been engaged in an affair. When she came to know...
2023-09-071h 23
Generous GirlEp.7 Uncharted: Navigating Your Unique Journey of Faith - Ines FranklinOn this episode of Generous Girl, Host Kim Moeller welcomes Ines Franklin. Ines is a woman of faith who experienced a profound transformation in Christ and now dedicates herself to helping others mature in their own faith journey. She recently released a book called "Uncharted," which shares her personal story of redemption and the power of gratitude in overcoming shame. In this episode, We delve into the intersection of shame, generosity, and gratitude and how they tie into our spiritual practice. We discuss the importance of embracing our own stories, even the messy and painful parts, as a source...
2023-09-0548 min
So...What Else?Inés Franklin | Suffering, Shame, and Your Unique Journey Of FaithInés Franklin is an author, podcast host, speaker, founder of Trochia Ministries, and on the teaching team at Mariners Church in Southern California. Inés shares her life story and the challenges of growing up in poverty in Puerto Rico, as well as the hardships of going through multiple divorces. She spent years carrying around shame but has learned over time to accept God’s grace and forgiveness. Inés shares incredible insights about suffering that provide healing and hope for those still finding their way or doubting their faith.
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2023-08-2158 min
The Living Room with Joanna Weaver116: Freedom From Shame with Ines FranklinI think we’d all prefer a perfect life that’s never messy…
If given a choice, we’d choose a life that’s never marred by our mistakes.
But God isn’t threatened by our junk. Instead, when we place it in His hands, He not only heals and restores us, He turns our mess into a message that brings hope to the world.
In this episode of The Living Room podcast, pastor and author Ines Franklin shares her very personal story of moral failure that led to debilitating shame. But she also shares...
2023-08-0236 min
Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder?How to Navigate Your Own Unique Journey of Faith with Ines FranklinMy guest this week is Inés Franklin. She currently serves as a teaching pastor at Mariners Church, where she preaches sermons and writes and teaches theology and discipleship courses. Inés is the founder and president of Trochia Ministries, a Christian discipleship ministry, which seeks to provide resources designed to equip and encourage believers to develop genuine, mature, and resilient faith. Inés is also the author of the new book, Uncharted: Navigating Your Unique Journey of Faith. This book offers lessons learned from Inés' own courageous journey of faith. We go deep in our...
2023-07-1259 min
Author's Corner: Interviews about the Latest Christian BooksUncharted: Navigating Your Unique Journey of Faith, by Ines FranklinToday, Roberta talks to Inez Franklin about her new book Uncharted: Navigating Your Unique Journey of Faith, available from Fedd Books.Every faith journey is unique―a beautiful and at times frightening mystery―fully known only to our Creator. Unfortunately, this journey can also be confusing. The struggles of life, the inability to hear God, and our desire for control can all complicate the abundant life and leave us unsure where we’re supposed to be heading. And when life runs into us headfirst, or the fog of uncertainty envelops us, we may find ourselves stumbling into―or even...
2023-07-0815 min
The Happy Hour with Jamie IveyHH #595 Encounter: Letting Go of Shame with Inés FranklinHave you ever felt like your sin was just too big for God? Have you experienced the burden of shame? Today’s episode is such an amazing reminder that there is no sin too big for the cross and that Jesus desires for all his people to experience his grace! After years of hardships and trying to do everything on her own, Inés Franklin was a single mom, in the middle of an affair, and feeling more broken and lost than ever before. As she visited a church and heard an amazing message about the love and...
2023-06-2143 min
The SpeakeasyUnchartered Waters | Ines Franklin | Episode 252Author, Bible teacher and speaker Ines Franklin shares personal stories from her life and upbringing, highlighting her journey of faith and the challenges she faced. She discusses how the Christian life is not always perfect or without struggles, emphasizing the importance of faith and the understanding that God's presence is with us through the messy and uncertain times. Ines explores the concept of God as a mystery, acknowledging that while it may be uncomfortable, it also allows for a deeper and more fulfilling relationship with Him. She encourages listeners to embrace the mystery and trust in God's goodness and...
2023-06-2137 min
She Reads Truth PodcastAmos Week 2 with Inés FranklinThis week, Raechel, Amanda, and special guest Inés Franklin open to Week 2 of our study of the book of Amos. Together they follow the drumbeat of justice found in the book of Amos through all of Scripture, looking for God’s heart for his people in downcast places. Along the way, they find the true, flourishing life on the other side of God’s justice. Read with Us: This episode corresponds to Week 2 of the She Reads Truth Amos reading plan found on the She Rea...
2023-05-291h 00
Deeper StillInes Franklin on Unchartered, Navigating Your Unique Journey of FaithSuanne interviews Ines Franklin, author of Unchartered: Navigating Your Unique Journey of Faith. Ines shares open and honestly about the twists and turns in her own faith journey, from being raised by a single mom in Puerto Rico to getting divorced to having an affair -- and then having everything change when God crashed into her life at age 40 and redeemed it all. Ines reminds us that we shouldn't be surprised when we fail or obstacles come our way. It's all part of our unique faith journey, and God's grace is always big enough. Ines is a teaching pastor...
2023-05-0953 min
Rhythms for LifeWhat Is A Heavenly Mindset? with Ines FranklinEveryone’s faith journey is unique. We all come to faith at different points in our lives, experiencing the struggles of life, the inability to hear God, and our desire for control can all complicate life and leave us unsure where we’re supposed to be heading. Ines Franklin shares her own journey of faith and biblical insights providing healing and hope for those still finding their way or doubting their path.Pre-Order Building a Resilient Life today and receive $97 in free bonuses at https://www.rebekahlyons.com/rlbook.Purchase your digital pass to the 2023 Cultu...
2023-04-1933 min
She Speaks Life - Christian Women, Strengthen Your Faith, Bible Study, Grow Spiritually In ChristUncharted: Navigating Your Unique Journey Of Faith With Ines FranklinInes Franklin is the author of Uncharted: Navigating your Unique Journey of Faith, and she talks about when the current of doubts and storms of life roll in, how do we keep God at the helm of it all? How do we face the uncertainties of life with an active surrender that leads us to a faith of courage? Ines shares how to release control over to God through the connection between obedience, commitment, discipline, and relationship with Christ, and how to live abundantly. We talk about how to hear God through prayer and His Word, getting familiar with...
2023-04-0628 min
Jesus Over EverythingJOE S9E26 - Lisa Whittle & Friends – Ines Franklin Pastor, Bible-teacher, and author of the new book "Uncharted," Ines Franklin joins Lisa to discuss why living a linear life is risky and how rhythms of desiring God lead us to thirst for Him more. Listen in to discover the importance of owning your identity and the truth that it is never too late to be used by God. Links: Preorder God Knows Connect with Lisa: Website Lisa Whittle - Instagram Lisa Whittle - Facebook Jesus Over Everything - Ins...
2023-03-3133 min
That Sounds Fun with Annie F. DownsEpisode 455: Ines Franklin on How to Age Well in a God Honoring Way, Combatting Shame with Gratitude, and ConfessionI can't wait for y'all to get to know my friend, Ines Franklin. She is a giant of the faith and today she is helping us step towards the mystery of Jesus. I'm just so thankful for her and her friendship! Her book Uncharted: Navigating Your Unique Journey of Faith is incredibly deep, and poignant, and beautiful. To hear more from Ines and listen to her teaching, be sure to check out her podcast Uncharted with Inés Franklin.Did y'all hear What Sounds Fun to You from Beth? What a story! Read more about Bethany and M...
2023-03-231h 01
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Title: Uncharted
Author: Inés Franklin
Narrator: Inés Franklin
Format: mp3
Length: 8 hrs and 20 mins
Release date: 03-17-23
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Genres: Religious
Publisher's Summary:
In Uncharted, you will find a practical rhythm to grow in your faith, transforming your fears into trust, and your hesitation into commitment. In a world full of obstacles, comparison, and uncertainty, the most rewarding journey you will ever undertake is the uncharted walk with God.
2023-03-178h 20
We're Going There with Bianca JuarezEp 111: Letting Go of Shame, Developing Faith, and God's Redemption with Ines FranklinHave you dealt with the fallout of making a mistake? Do you wonder if God can provide true redemption? Can faith evolve over time? Ines Franklin talks about all of this in today's podcast. In this conversation, we talk about:
• Partnering with God when setting goals
• The true cost of making a bad decision
• Discovering personal convictions
• Redemption and evolving faith
Ines is a preacher, teacher, and author who I've known for a long time and her journey of faith is honest and full of grace. She tells me about the lessons she learned from divorce and the impact it had on her fa...
2023-02-2735 min
Rise & Rest - Weekly Devotional for Leaders with Inés FranklinLearning to Lead with Daniel's Wisdom | Character Led Bible LeadersShould we be learning to lead with Daniel's Wisdom? - How do you respond when under great pressure in your leadership? What about when the pressure is coming from someone with authority over you? If you are like me, sometimes you find it difficult to respect those in authority while simultaneously clinging to your convictions. In the book of Daniel, four young Hebrew men were in just such a situation. The people of Judah had been exiled to Babylon, and these four young men were forced into servitude for King Nebuchadnezzar.
While they were being trained for thi...
2022-10-2408 minRise & Rest - Weekly Devotional for Leaders with Inés FranklinThe Resilience of Esther | Character Led Bible Leaders SeriesLet's explore Leadership Resilience through Esther. As leaders, we are faced with challenging situations regularly, whether it’s a difficult decision, having to work through conflict with a friend, family member, or colleague, or having to overcome seemingly insurmountable odds. Part of being a good leader is learning to embrace godly resilience. Resilience is one’s ability to overcome or recover from difficulty, pain, fear, or challenge...
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2022-10-1607 min
That Makes Total Sense!Episode 139 – Ines FranklinInes Franklin is a speaker, pastor, ministry leader, and graduate of Fuller Theological Seminary. All of these roles are ones her abuelita would have hoped and dreamed for Ines, but in her early adult life, they seemed unlikely. It wasn’t until she had turned 40, with failed marriages behind her, that she found herself back … Continue reading Episode 139 – Ines Franklin
2022-04-1148 min
sheWorks4Him podcastsW4H 29 | Ines Franklin Spiritual Disciplines for the WorkplaceGuests: Ines Franklin Ministry/Business: Trochia Ministries As Christian working women, we all want to walk out our faith authentically at work, especially after we have experienced life challenges or defeat. In today's show, Ines Franklin from Newport Beach shares several practical spiritual disciplines that anyone can do at work! Ines shares a vulnerable testimony of how an emotional affair in the workplace ended as a redemption story and how we, too, can be delivered from shame and brokenness. Ines helps everyday believers clarify their true identity in Christ and authentically fu...
2022-03-2129 min
Uncharted with Ines FranklinThe Risk of Saying YES with Stella Reed of The Dream CenterCan we truly be it all? I think this is a common statement I hear from so many women. "We can do it all. We can have it all. We can be a mom, a powerhouse worker, an athlete, a wife, a great friend, and an individual. In reality, being everything to everybody is an impossible task. However, as we learn from today's guest, we can say YES to God first, and everything else can fall into place.Stella Reed is the executive director of the Dream Center Leadership School in Los Angeles. She is also a...
2022-02-2356 minUncharted with Ines FranklinTroubled Relationship: Revenge or Sacrifice?Watch this newly formatted episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IxiZl3Kb4WcVengeance. Power struggles. Revenge. Sacrifice. These are challenging topics and even more complex when discussing how to live in relationship through a biblical lens. On today's podcast, Andy Lara, Kayleigh Rogers, and I talk through David and Saul's relationship versus David and Jonathan's.We dive deep into 1 Samuel 24, when David cuts the corner of Saul's robe and why that seemingly small action carried significant weight. We also discuss how power and justice play a prominent role in the relationship between David and...
2022-02-0952 minUncharted with Ines FranklinThe Mystery of God with Scott SaulsAlong our journey of faith, there will be bumps and bruises, mountains and valleys, and walls to work around. Going along our journey of faith changes us and teaches us about God.Today, I get the opportunity to introduce you to my friend and the senior pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville, Scott Sauls. He is a longtime friend and an amazing writer. Scott's story is no different than many of ours. Today on the Uncharted Podcast, we get to hear about his journey of faith and the beautiful testimony he has. Today, he reminds us...
2022-01-191h 05Uncharted with Ines FranklinEmbracing the Uncharted Journey of Faith with Kayleigh Rogers and Andy LaraThe journey of faith is a beautiful mystery. We might anticipate it being a linear process, but in reality, it's a unique process filled with ups and downs. Often we set an expectation for our journey of faith, but then we are bound to be disappointed. It's also unique for each person and their walk with the Lord.On today's podcast, Andy and myself are joined by a special guest, my daughter Kayleigh. Kayleigh is the content director for our team. During this episode, we discuss the mystery of the journey of faith and the uncharted path...
2021-12-0849 min
Uncharted with Ines FranklinOn Marriage, Divorce, Hate, and Grace with Jim FranklinDivorce can be a tricky topic and is not often discussed with relation to your journey of faith. Between the few Bible verses that talk about it and the pain and loss that happens in the middle of one, divorce is often covered in shame, doubt, sadness, and loneliness.Today on the podcast, we have my husband, Jim, and we go into depth on marriage, divorce, pain, and God's ultimate grace. We discuss what a faith-filled marriage is called to be and what the Bible tells us about marriage and divorce. We also go into some of...
2021-07-281h 01Uncharted with Ines FranklinDeconstructing Parenting with Andy LaraToday, Ines and Andy share about their experiences as parents trying to guide their children along the journey of faith. They reflect on how their own childhood and church experiences have played a key role in how they've chosen to equip their children in matters of faith. As we learned in our previous episode with Dan Koch, the Gospel is an excellent primer for how we should live our lives, and that means in all functions. Parenting isn't just a label, it's a course we as parents have to take. Please listen in and enjoy this podcast as we...
2021-07-141h 01Uncharted with Ines FranklinUnderstanding Spiritual Abuse with Dr. John TownsendAs you know we love to tell stories of people along their journeys of faith. Many times enjoy sharing high moments that we like to talk about and remember. But, we also go through difficult and challenging moments that we don’t tend to talk about but we could learn so much from if we can find a safe space to share those experiences. Sometimes, we make those spaces to hear from you, the listener and sometimes we need an expert to speak into what makes those moments difficult to overcome or how to identify ways to navigate through the...
2021-04-2848 min
The Mainspring Family Wellness PodcastPodcast 33 Discussing Spiritual Topics with Your Children with Pastor Ines FranklinKristen and Jenna broach the topic of fostering spiritual wellness for your family through your personal faith, values, and service with Pastor Ines Franklin. Ines shares from her own experience of raising her blended family as well as professional and covers these topics in a way that is helpful to everyone from any faith.
2021-04-0931 minUncharted with Ines FranklinWalking in Exile with Amanda AndersonToday we are joined by Amanda Anderson, author of All My Friends Have Issues and founder of her ministry, Heart in Training. Amanda joins us to share about her journey experiencing exile, confusion, and disorientation within her community about political tensions over the past few years. Her vulnerability offers us a window into the sincere conflict we find ourselves within as we wrestle with the overlap between American Christianity and politics. Learn more at www.inesfranklin.com.Official WebsiteBecome a Guest on UnchartedInes Franklin on Instagram
2021-03-2457 minUncharted with Ines Franklin3 Ways to Know Your Church with Ines Franklin and Andy LaraToday on the Uncharted Podcast, Ines and Andy offer up 3 ways to explore what it looks like to know more about your church. These ways are through discussing Governance, Theology, and Worldview. Within those three pillars, you can parse out many areas worth dialoguing with your church pastors, elders, and staff. No matter where you are on your journey of faith, if you are currently or formerly participated in attending a church, having a clear understanding of what makes up these three areas can prepare you and bring clarity to areas of tension.While we pursue a...
2021-03-1037 minUncharted with Ines FranklinNot Going to Church with Brian GiboneyOur friend Brian spends some time with us sharing about coming to Jesus through a rich salvation experience, but wrestling with the presentation of a life of faith through the traditional Sunday gathering. He shares about how wrestling with the non-profit 501c3 implications have led him to a deeper relationship with God, by exploring additional avenues for worship, gathering experiences, and spiritual practices.-Links mentioned in the episode:HOUSES OF WORSHIPhttps://omniaclubs.com/las-vegas/the-omnia-chandelier/ON RULE OF LIFEhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
2021-02-1054 minUncharted with Ines FranklinAm I Losing Connection with God? with Tanya KaraYou’re invited to join us today with our conversation with our friend, Tanya Kara. Tanya takes some time to share about her spiritual journey and her struggle to find connection with God in this current season. She discusses her faith history and church experiences growing up, and how she has recently found connection with God in an unexpected place as she wrestles with the tension of how she “should” connect with God.LINKSOfficial WebsiteBecome a Guest on UnchartedInes Franklin on Instagram
2021-01-2734 minUncharted with Ines FranklinLearning to Listen Well Along Our Journey - A Guide for Active ListeningToday, I wanted to share with you 3 ways that I intend to approach how I actively listen to our guests on the podcast. I hope that you could consider and adopt these methods into your own listenership as we can grow together as a community towards kindness, healing, and thoughtfulness. Enjoy!LINKSOfficial WebsiteBecome a Guest on UnchartedInes Franklin on Instagram
2021-01-2713 min
Uncharted with Ines FranklinWelcome to Uncharted with Ines Franklin - IntroductionUncharted with Ines Franklin Rediscovering Faith Beyond the BoundariesWelcome to Uncharted, a new podcast with Teacher & Pastor, Ines Franklin. Today, our producer Andy Lara joins us to discuss why we decided to do this podcast and who it may be for.This podcast is for anyone who: Finds themselves in a season of discomfort with some aspect of their faith, but do not wish to abandon it; Are disconnected from the faith community to which they used to belong, but are still committed to corporate worship; Has been discouraged by the e...
2021-01-1512 min
The Teaching PastorInes Franklin: “There are times when the soul yearns for a chapel”Building a contemplative reflective space and designing an interactive experience for a non-denominational Mega church. The path to the pulpit starts with cleaning window sills in the Children’s ministry. If you’re new at this, the rule is if it is related to teaching, say “yes!” What snacks are best to get the creative juices flowing? Facilitating an encounter with God on Sunday is awesome! but. . . Saturdays are the hardest. Sometimes working at a Mega Church is like being the fly on the grill of the 18-wheeler. In this Episode of The Teaching Pastor we sit down with Ines Fra...
2018-09-121h 00
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinThe Gift of GraceA Divine appointment when a Samaritan woman came to draw water, Jesus said to her, “Will you give me a drink?” John 4:7GOD’S GREAT GIFT: A gift that transforms! Receiving the gift of Grace.Jesus answered her, “If you knew the gift of God and who it is that asks you for a drink, you would have asked him and he would have given you living water.” John 4:10
2018-02-0842 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinGod Has a NameDoes God need a name? Joshua said to all the people, “This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘Long ago your ancestors, including Terah the father of Abraham and Nahor, lived beyond the Euphrates River and worshiped other gods. Joshua 24:2Not all “gods” are the sameFor even if there are so-called gods, whether in heaven or on earth (as indeed there are many “gods” and many “lords”), yet for us there is but one God... 1 Corinthians 8:5-6What is his name? Moses said to God, “Suppose…they ask me, ‘What is his name?’ Then what shall I tell them?” Exodus 3:13I...
2018-01-3037 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinThe Very Best GiftTHE VERY BEST GIFTLuke 2:22-40 God’s very best gift ...the grace of God was on him... Luke 2:40 forgiveness of sins This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. 1 John 4:9-10 eternal life The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10 Embrace th...
2018-01-2239 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinUnexpectedObsessed with shiny stuff, deep thirst revealedAs the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. Psalm 42:1The unexpected reality of Christmas:1.God’s glory revealedAn angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them… Luke 2:9For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD as the waters cover the sea. Habakkuk 2:142.To the weak and powerlessAnd there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. Luke 2:8•Outsiders, poor, despised, low-class, outcasts…they were terrifie...
2018-01-1637 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinFavoredI love you thiiiiiiiis much!God’s favor, name by name Luke 1:26-28 In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancyGod sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary.The greatest birth announcement ever!The angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. 31 You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus. 32 He will be great and will be called the Son of the M...
2018-01-1037 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinAnticipationWhen waiting gets oldPromise made“Comfort, comfort my people, says your God… A voice of one calling: ‘In thewilderness prepare the way for the LORD; make straight in the desert ahighway for our God. …the glory of the LORD will be revealed, and all peoplewill see it together. For the mouth of the LORD has spoken.’” Isaiah 40:1,3-5“I will send my messenger, who will prepare the way before me…” Malachi 3:1What are you hoping for?Promise fulfilled Luke 1:5-24ChoseBoth of them were righteous in the sight of God, observing all theLord’s commands and decrees blamelessly. 7 But they were childlessbecaus...
2018-01-0127 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinThankslivingOur last sane moment… Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. Proverbs 4:23The enemy of gratitudeThe thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10•Is God good? “Did God really say…?” Genesis 3:1•Is God truthful? “You will not certainly die.” Genesis 3:4•Is God powerful? “you will be like God” Genesis 3:5Ingratitude = failure or refusal to acknowledge receipt of something good from anotherThe result of ingratitudeAt that moment their eyes were opened, and they suddenly felt shame at their nakedness. … So they h...
2017-12-1828 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinWholehearted DevotionDavid’s heart‘I have found David son of Jesse, a man after my own heart; he will do everything I want him to do.’ Acts 13:22David’s last words:When the time drew near for David to die, he gave a charge to Solomon his son. 1 Kings 2:1•Be strong “I am about to go the way of all the earth,” he said. “So be strong, act like a man…” 1 Kings 2:2“Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Don’t be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you….” 1 Chronic...
2017-12-0536 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinSwing Not"Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves." –ConfuciusAfter Saul returned from pursuing the Philistines, he was told, “David is in the Desert of En Gedi.”2 So Saul took three thousand able young men from all Israel and set out to look for David and his men… 1 Samuel 24:1-22 I cry out to God Most High, to God, who vindicates me. 3 He sends from heaven and saves me, rebuking those who hotly pursue me – God sends forth his love and his faithfulness. Psalm 57:2-3Listen to my cry, for I am in desperate need; rescue me from those who...
2017-11-0837 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinThe Warrior Heart…the LORD has sought out a man after his own heart… 1 Samuel 13:14God removed Saul and replaced him with David, a man about whom God said, ‘I have found David son of Jesse, a man after my own heart. He will do everything I want him to do. Acts 13:22 NLT Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. Proverbs 4:23לֵבָב > ♥Hebrew lebab = the inner center of thought, will, emotion, passion (courage) and spirit – INNER BEIGN~Now the Philistines gathered their forces for war and assembled at Sokoh in Judah. They pitched camp at Ephes Dammim, between Sokoh and Azeka...
2017-10-1634 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinNailed It!Jesus + nothing = everything!For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love. Galatians 5:13 NLTI am called to live in freedom.We are brothers and sisters.Use your freedom to serve!It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. Galatians 5:1 16 So I say, let the Holy Spirit guide your lives. Then you won’t be doing what your sinf...
2017-10-0927 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinRSVP YES!For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love. Galatians 5:13 NLTAs for those agitators, I wish they would go the whole way and emasculate themselves! Galatians 5:12For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. Galatians 5:13akαλέω kaléō = call, name, direct, summon, invite, appointWhat does it mean to “be called?” Calling is the truth that God calls us to himself so decisively that everything we are, everything we do, and everything we have is i...
2017-10-0224 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinWelcome To The TableFor you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love. Galatians 5:13a NLTadelphós = brethren, siblings, brothers and sisters22 “But I tell you that anyone who is angry with a brother or sister will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to a brother or sister, ‘Raca,’ is answerable to the court. And anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be in danger of the fire of hell. 23 “Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and t...
2017-09-2724 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinThe Unlikely Way17 On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. 18 Now Bethany was less than two miles from Jerusalem, 19 and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their brother. 20 When Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she went out to meet him, but Mary stayed at home. John 11:17-2021 “Lord,” Martha said to Jesus, “if you had been here, my brother would not have died. 22 But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask.”23 Jesus said to her, “Your brother will rise again.” 24...
2017-09-2028 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinFinish WellWhy would God want me?Am I where God wants me to be?Where am I going?What’s next?Why is it taking so long?Am I on a detour?Did I get lost or miss a turn?What am I supposed to do?As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. 3 Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. Ephesians 4:1-34 There is one body an...
2017-09-1129 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinPotholes, Sinkholes, and Dead EndsPOTHOLES, SINKHOLES & DEAD ENDSMatthew 4:1-11 Am I on a detour?An unexpected, but required turn16 As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water. At that moment heaven was opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. 17 And a voice from heaven said, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” Matthew 3:16-17Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. Matthew 4:1Hazards of the journey•Do it yourself2 After fasting forty days and forty nights...
2017-09-0438 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinTwists and TurnsNow faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. Hebrews 11:1-2By faith Joseph, when his end was near, spoke about the exodus of the Israelites from Egypt and gave instructions concerning the burial of his bones. Hebrews 11:22Joseph, a young man of seventeen, was tending the flocks with his brothers, the sons of Bilhah and the sons of Zilpah, his father’s wives, and he brought their father a bad report about them. Genesis 37:2Now Israel loved Joseph more than any of his other sons, because he had been born to hi...
2017-08-2839 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinYou're Getting CloserWhere am I going?If you’re running on empty [Elijah] came to a broom bush, sat down under it and prayed that he might die.“I have had enough, LORD,” he said. “Take my life; I am no better than myancestors.” Then he lay down under the bush and fell asleep. 1 Kings 19:4-5• Food for the journeyThe angel of the LORD came back a second time and touched him andsaid, “Get up and eat, for the journey is too much for you.” So he got upand ate and drank. Strengthened by that food, he traveled forty daysand forty nights until he reached...
2017-08-2230 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinYou Are HereWhy would God want me?Am I where God wants me to be? Where are am I going? What’s next? Why is it taking so long? Am I on a detour?Did I get lost or miss a turn? Who is with me?The angel of the LORD came and sat down under the oak in Ophrah that belonged to Joash the Abiezrite, where his son Gideon was threshing wheat in a winepress to keep it from the Midianites. When the angel of the LORD appeared to Gideon, he said, “The LORD is with you, mighty warrior.” Judges 6:11-12“Pardon m...
2017-08-1433 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinYou're InvitedThe wake up callWhen the LORD saw that he had gone over to look, God called to him from withinthe bush, “Moses! Moses!”And Moses said, “Here I am.” Exodus 3:4“Here I am” –best place to startJacob (Genesis 31:11)Samuel (1 Samuel 3:4)Isaiah (Isaiah 6:8)God calls you at the right timeThe LORD said, “I have indeed seen the misery of my people in Egypt. I haveheard them crying out because of their slave drivers, and I am concerned abouttheir suffering. So I have come down to rescue them from the hand of theEgyptians and to bring them up out of that land into a good and...
2017-08-0740 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinA New Song“He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.” Luke 4:18-19For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love. Galatians 5:13 NLT Worship: Celebrating faithful love Praise be to the LORD my Rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle. Psalm 144:1 He is my loving God and my fortress, my strongho...
2017-08-0143 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinBetween A Rock and a StoningThe obstacle course of the Christian journeyPeaks and valleys, joys and challenges, favor and persecution A warm receptionWhen we arrived at Jerusalem, the brothers and sisters received us warmly. The next day Paul and the rest of us went to see James, and all the elders were present. Paul greeted them and reported in detail what God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry. When they heard this, they praised God. Then they said to Paul: “You see, brother, how many thousands of Jews have believed, and all of them are zealous for the law. Acts 21:17-20Persecution…some Jews...
2017-07-2430 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinOur Father“Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you.” Exodus 20:12Two wrong strategies:•measure Dad by God’s standards•measure God by Dad’s standardsIf someone curses their father or mother, their lamp will be snuffed out in pitch darkness. Proverbs 20:20No one has ever seen God, but the one and only Son, who is himself God and is in closest relationship with the Father, has made him known. John 1:18“Righteous Father, though the world does not know you, I know you, and they know that you have sent me...
2017-07-1734 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinWonder GodWhile Paul was waiting for them in Athens, he was greatly distressed to see that the city was full of idols. So he reasoned in the synagogue with both Jews and God-fearing Greeks, as well as in the marketplace day by day with those who happened to be there. Acts 17:16-17A group of Epicurean and Stoic philosophers began to debate with him. Some of them asked, “What is this babbler trying to say?” Others remarked, “He seems to be advocating foreign gods.” They said this because Paul was preaching the good news about Jesus and the resurrection. Acts 17:18Then they too...
2017-07-1132 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinWho's In, Who's OutEvery day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved. Acts 2:46-47…“All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you...” Matthew 28:18b-20…you will rec...
2017-07-0138 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinWho Is It For?And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching. Hebrews 10:24-25So from now on we regard no one from a worldly point of view. …All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them. And he has committed to us the...
2017-06-2134 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinPeekaboo - Mothers DayWhy Mother’s Day?“Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you.” Exodus 20:12Spiritual object permanence, rememberingMothering reveals God’s heart:So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. Genesis 1:27 I see you“Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget, I will not forget you!” Isaiah 49:15 And he said, “Hagar, slave of Sarai, where have you come from, and...
2017-06-0637 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinEnemies and FoesThe lie: The church isn’t for me, I’ve done too much/sinned too big.Meanwhile, Saul was still breathing out murderous threats against the Lord’s disciples. He went to the high priest and asked him for letters to the synagogues in Damascus, so that if he found any there who belonged to the Way, whether men or women, he might take them as prisoners to Jerusalem. Acts 9:1-2 “There is no one righteous, not even one; there is no one who understands; there is no one who seeks God.” Romans 3:10-11f For our struggle is not against fl...
2017-05-2033 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinWhy ChurchWhen Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” “But what about you?” he asked. “Who do you say I am?” Matthew 16:13-15Simon Peter answered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” Jesus replied, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by my Father in heaven. Matthew 16:16-17And I tell you that you are Peter, an...
2017-05-1131 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinNot As ExpectedA miracle: an extremely outstanding or unusual event, thing or accomplishment; an event manifesting divine intervention, a wonderful occurrence. Merriam WebsterΛάζαρος = “God helps” or “my God has helped”Now a man named Lazarus was sick. …So the sisters sent word to Jesus, “Lord, the one you love is sick.” John 11:1, 3Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. So when he heard that Lazarus was sick, he stayed where he was two more days, and then he said to his disciples, “Let us go back to Judea.” John 11:5-7On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days...
2017-05-0832 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinNow I See“so that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in his name.” John 20:31“The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision.” ~Helen KellerAs Jesus was walking along, he saw a man who had been blind from birth. “Rabbi,” his disciples asked him, “why was this man born blind? Was it because of his own sins or his parents’ sins?” John 9:1-2 NLT“What do you want me to do for you? “Lord, I want to see,” he replied. Luke 18:41 “Neither this man nor his parents sinned,” said...
2017-04-1531 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinBeyond BeliefOnce more he visited Cana in Galilee, where he had turned the water into wine. And there was a certain royal official whose son lay sick at Capernaum. When this man heard that Jesus had arrived in Galilee from Judea, he went to him and begged him to come and heal his son, who was close to death. John 4:46-47 “Unless you people see signs and wonders,” Jesus told him, “you will never believe.” The royal official said, “Sir, come down before my child dies.” John 4:48-49“Go,” Jesus replied, “your son will live.” The man took Jesus at his word and departed. W...
2017-04-1334 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinHeaven On EarthA miracle: an extremely outstanding or unusual event, thing or accomplishment; an event manifesting divine intervention, a wonderful occurrence. Merriam WebsterOn the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus’ mother was there, and Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. John 2:1-2When the wine was gone, Jesus’ mother said to him, “They have no more wine.” “Woman, why do you involve me?” Jesus replied. “My hour has not yet come.” His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.” John 2:3-5Nearby stood six stone water jars, the kind used by the Jews for...
2017-03-2332 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinGive, Serve and ShareLet us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers. Galatians 6:9-10And as for you, brothers and sisters, never tire of doing what is good. 2 Thessalonians 3:13Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:58Command...
2017-03-2235 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinFreedom's RevivalBrothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted. Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. If anyone thinks they are something when they are not, they deceive themselves. Galatians 6:1-3Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else, for each one should carry their own load. Nevertheless, the one who receives instruction in the word should sh...
2017-03-1134 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinBefore & After GraceScripture foresaw that God would justify the Gentiles by faith, and announced the gospel in advance to Abraham: “All nations will be blessed through you.” So those who rely on faith are blessed along with Abraham, the man of faith. Galatians 3:8-9…the promise comes by faith, so that it may be by grace and may be guaranteed to all Abraham’s offspring—not only to those who are of the law but also to those who have the faith of Abraham. He is the father of us all. Romans 4:16Before the way of faith in Christ was available to us, we wer...
2017-03-0539 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinGrace Is Not WeakPaul, an apostle—sent not from men nor by a man, but by Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead— and all the brothers and sisters with me, To the churches in Galatia: Galatians 1:1-2[I was] circumcised on the eighth day, of the people of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of Hebrews; in regard to the law, a Pharisee…as for righteousness based on the law, faultless. Philippians 3:5-6…intensely I persecuted the church of God and tried to destroy it. I was advancing in Judaism beyond many of my own age amon...
2017-03-0426 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinThe Price Of FreedomFREEDOM • mariners church chapel THE PRICE OF FREEDOM Acts 13 There’s no such thing as a free lunch Our freedom fighter “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.” Luke 4:18-19 § Jesus: The promise “We tell you the good news: What God promised our ancestors he has fulfilled for us, their children, by raising up Jesus. Acts 13:32-33a § Jesus...
2017-02-1128 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinDon’t Miss ItOur lives are but specks of dust falling through the fingers of time. Like sands of the hourglass, so are the days of our lives. SocratesYou have decided the length of our lives. You know how many months we will live, and we are not given a minute longer. Job 14:5 NLTBe very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Ephesians 5:15-16The LORD had said to Abram, “Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you. “I will m...
2017-01-2535 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinMine, Mine Mine!Did you know that the Bible talks a lot about money (about 2,350 verses), more than verses on faith and prayer, combined! And Jesus said more about money than about both heaven and hell. God cares a great deal about how we feel about money and possessions. God knows that we are all prone to greed, no matter how much or how little we have. God wants us to live in freedom, because He is our provider and he knows what we need.Meanwhile, when a crowd of many thousands had gathered, so that they were trampling on one another, Jesus...
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2017-01-2526 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinIt Ain’t Over 'Till It’s Over“I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all year.” ― Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol“It is funny how mortals always picture us as putting things into their minds: in reality our best work is done by keeping things out.” ― C.S. Lewis, The Screwtape LettersDo you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get...
2017-01-2531 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinCan't Stop Won't StopRunning a Marathon On the side line: naysayers, doubters and haters But when Sanballat, Tobiah, the Arabs, the Ammonites and the people of Ashdod heard that the repairs to Jerusalem’s walls had gone ahead and that the gaps were being closed, they were very angry. Nehemiah 4:7•Their weapons: ridicule, anger, attacksThey all plotted together to come and fight against Jerusalem and stir up trouble against it. Nehemiah 4:8•The aim: discourage, destroyAlso our enemies said, “Before they know it or see us, we will be right there among them and will kill them and put an end to the work.” Nehemiah 4...
2017-01-2434 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinRebuilding the HeartYou can’t eat walls Now the men and their wives raised a great outcry against their fellow Jews. Some were saying, “We and our sons and daughters are numerous; in order for us to eat and stay alive, we must get grain… Although we are of the same flesh and blood as our fellow Jews and though our children are as good as theirs, yet we have to subject our sons and daughters to slavery. Some of our daughters have already been enslaved, but we are powerless, because our fields and our vineyards belong to others.” Nehemiah 5:1-2, 5Nehemiah’s alarm Wh...
2017-01-2434 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinNehemiah's GenerosityPositionMoreover, from the twentieth year of King Artaxerxes, when I was appointed to be their governor in the land of Judah, until his thirty-second year—twelve years—neither I nor my brothers ate the food allotted to the governor. Nehemiah 5:14The great outcry of the peopleNow the men and their wives raised a great outcry against their fellow Jews. Some were saying, “We and our sons and daughters are numerous; in order for us to eat and stay alive, we must get grain.” Nehemiah 5:1-2The reality of injustice by others But the earlier governors—those preceding me—placed a heavy burden...
2017-01-2422 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinThankslivingIn Colossians 3:15-17, Paul directs us to always be thankful through Jesus Christ. Today, Ines answers the question: How does taking communion helps us shift from occasional thanksgiving to a life of gratitude?Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed...
2017-01-2430 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinGratitudeLuke 17:3-19 tells the story of Jesus healing ten men of leprosy, and giving to one of them, the one who said, "Thank you", an even greater gift. Today, Ines answers the question: How to develop a heartfelt gratitude that is not attached to our circumstances?Now on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus traveled along the border between Samaria and Galilee. As he was going into a village, ten men who had leprosy[a] met him. They stood at a distance and called out in a loud voice, “Jesus, Master, have pity on us!” Luke 11:11-13When he saw them, he s...
2017-01-2433 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinHopePsalm 121 reminds us that we shall never lose hope because God is alive and he keeps his promises. Today, Ines answers the question: How do I remain hopeful, especially in the waiting? The beginning of the good news about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God, as it is written in Isaiah the prophet: “I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way”–“a voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’” Mark 1:1-3In the last days the mountain of the LORD’s temple will be established a...
2017-01-2429 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinJoyIsaiah 55 reminds us that God has promised us joy, a joy that endures through the high and low moments of life. Today, Ines answers the question: How do I get and hold on to joy?As the rain and the snow come down from heaven, and do not return to it without watering the earth and making it bud and flourish, so that it yields seed for the sower and bread for the eater, so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the...
2017-01-2429 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinLoveGod is not human, that he should lie, not a human being, that he should change his mind. Does he speak and then not act? Does he promise and not fulfill? Numbers 23:19“Give ear and come to me; listen, that you may live. I will make an everlasting covenant with you, my faithful love promised to David.” Isaiah 55:3In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world…And everyone went to their own town to register. So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bet...
2017-01-2426 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinRunning For Our LivesAnchor ScriptureI pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. Ephesians 3:16-19Read through Scriptures:That day David fled from...
2017-01-2329 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinPrayer HealsIs anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praise. Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. James 5:13-14And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven. Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful...
2017-01-2331 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinDo Not JudgeInes teaches us how we can become more attractive as Christians by learning how to judge corectly rather than be critical followers of Jesus. “Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” Luke 6:37-38“Stop judging by mere appearances, but instead judge correctly.” John 4:24Speak up and judge fairly...
2017-01-1928 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinThe Narrow GateLife gives us many choices. In this episode Ines teaches us about the most importaint choice that Jesus teaches us about.“Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it. Matthew 7:13-14“Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from t...
2017-01-1932 min
Teaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinBe FearlessToday Ines challenges us to put our faith in action and live to the full potential that God has created us for!“You call me ‘Teacher’ and ‘Lord,’ and rightly so, for that is what I am. Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s feet. I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you. Very truly I tell you, no servant is greater than his master, nor is a messenger greater than the one who sent him. Now that you know these things, you...
2017-01-1844 minTeaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinBeautiful And BraveIn this message Ines Franklin and Kenton Beshore, Lead Pastor of Mariners Church, Irvine, deliver a powerful message honoring the beauty and bravery of being a woman and a mother. (Mariners Church, Irvine, CA)
2015-05-1041 minTeaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinLife To The FullestJesus gives us the feeling of completeness and fullness. Ines Franklin digs deep into the sermon on the mount and how Jesus shows us that the key to living life to the fullest is through the power of prayer. (Mariners Church Chapel, Irvine, CA)
2015-02-1539 minTeaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinHope Overflowing (Romans 5:1-5)In a world that over promises and under-delivers, where suffering seems to be on the rise, we all need hope. The Christian hope is rooted in the work of salvation completed by our Triune God. Do we understand it? Will it pass the test of suffering? Can we get more of it? In this sermon, Ines explores how it is, as Paul tell us, that we can increase our hope even when we experience great suffering. (Mariners Church Chapel, Irvine, CA)
2014-03-0940 minTeaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinWhat Children Need From Caring Adults, Part 3None of us are perfect parents, but we all have a perfect heavenly Father. We can learn from God how to care for children and make a positive difference in their lives. Ines preaches on material compiled by Doug Fields. From his thirty years of experience as a youth and young adult pastor, Doug compiled ten actions children need from caring adults. Here Ines covers the last four and also shares from her own experiences. (Mariners Church Chapel, Irvine, CA)
2014-02-2332 minTeaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinTrue LoveWe are designed by God to be in relationship with Him and each other. But, let's face it, relationships are messy and love is not always easy. We want to love people, but our love is limited, compromised and imperfect. Through sharing from her personal stories and the study of 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, Ines Franklin shares how it is possible to love like God loves. (Mariners Church Chapel, Irvine, CA)
2014-01-0928 minTeaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinDont miss itBy the second week in December, we all feel the pressure of the Christmas holiday season. There is so much to do, so much busyness, that we can easily miss the reason for Christmas. Ines takes us through the story in Luke 2:22-40. Joseph and Mary are following the rules in taking Jesus to the Temple, but they have a surprise encounter with a couple of strangers, Simeon and Anna. What they offer Joseph and Mary is something we desperately need. (Mariners Church Chapel, Irvine, CA)
2013-12-1630 minTeaching & Sermons with Ines FranklinA Good Day; prepare your heart for the holidaysNo matter how you feel about the upcoming Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, we are all going to feel the pressure of what I call the runaway train of "more." We will see more, do more, eat more, buy more, give more, stress more and maybe weigh more. If we are not careful, this tsunami of more can do a lot of harm to our hearts. Ines Franklin seeks to remind us of the natural human tendency and danger of wanting more and to invite us to grab hold of the only antidote against it, GRATITUDE. (Mariners Church Chapel, Irvine, CA)
2013-11-2435 min