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Pastor Mike dives into God’s Word and unpacks what it really means for our daily lives. No complicated theology—just real, practical truth straight from Scripture that encourages, challenges, and inspires.

Mike Franklin is the Legacy Pastor at The Torch, a church renowned for its commitment to pastoral care and spiritual leadership. As an influential religious leader, Mike carries years of experience in guiding spiritual communities and fostering deep, meaningful faith experiences. He is celebrated for his insightful interpretations of scripture and his ability to connect with audiences through his teachings. Mike also engages with wider audiences as a host on Morning Light, a segment on My Country 99.3WCON, where he imparts wisdom on spiritual matters and the power of faith.

Join Mike Franklin on this enlightening episode of Morning Light as he delves into the core of what is holding individuals back from reaching their full potential. With references to Hebrews 11 and 12, Mike explores the ‘gallery of faith’ and draws actionable insights on overcoming personal and spiritual barriers. His unique approach is not only rooted in biblical teachings but also offers practical steps for navigating life's challenges.

In the episode, Mike emphasizes the importance of prioritization and focus, urging listeners to lay aside unnecessary burdens and sins that hinder progress. He shares a powerful message inspired by Hebrews 12:1, which involves letting go of distractions and persevering despite setbacks. Moreover, Mike Franklin encourages listeners to stay singularly focused on their divine purpose, assuring them that endurance through life’s trials is part of a greater plan ordained by God. The episode wraps up with strategies to outgrow limiting beliefs and the importance of personal growth, offering a reminder that with divine strength, personal setbacks can be transformed into opportunities for development.

• Prioritize your life by laying aside distractions that prevent you from realizing your potential.

• Identify and cease actions or sins that continually set you back.

• Persevere through hardships and maintain focus on the race or path God has set for you.

• Avoid comparing yourself to others; instead, strive to be a better version of yourself each day.

• Overcome limiting beliefs with the assurance that you are strengthened for success through Christ.

• "Are there things in your life that are holding you back?... like somebody has a parachute hooked to your back."

• "We let too many things hold us back because we don't prioritize the things that really matter."

• "Stop allowing yourself to be held back, to be beset by things that you know don't work."

• "God's going to help you so you can overcome whatever setbacks you've had."