Focus Church with Mike Santiago Focus Church

Join Pastor Mike for a powerful Pentecost Sunday message titled "A Mighty Wind." Discover the true significance of Pentecost, a festival meaning "50th" in Greek, marking the day when the Holy Spirit descended upon the gathered believers, as described in Acts 2:1-4. Pastor Mike shares his personal experience of being baptized in the Holy Spirit, highlighting how God's intentional timing empowers us to make a difference. Learn about the transformative and uplifting power of the Holy Spirit, which, though unseen, moves us and inspires our spiritual growth. This sermon will encourage you to experience and express the gifts of the Spirit boldly in your daily life.

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Pastor Ashton's sermon on Mother's Day titled "Rise Up & Build" stirred the hearts of the congregation as she delved into the story of Nehemiah, highlighting the power of ordinary individuals answering God's call to build a lasting legacy for His Kingdom. Drawing parallels between Nehemiah's role in rebuilding Jerusalem's walls and the contemporary church's call to fortify its spiritual foundation, Pastor Ashton emphasized the importance of unity, respect for authority, investment in the next generation, standing boldly against the enemy, and earnestly contending for the faith. With fervor and conviction, she challenged the congregation to rise up, armed with the Word of God, and commit themselves to the work of building God's Kingdom on earth. As she concluded her message, Pastor Ashton called for action, urging those present to stand in solidarity with one another, contending for the faith and reaching out to those in need of salvation.

In the final sermon of the "Hidden Heroes" series titled "The Breakdown of a Blessing," Pastor Mike delves into the significance and practice of laying on of hands as a means of transmitting blessings and spiritual authority. Drawing from biblical passages and personal anecdotes, he highlights the importance of meaningful touch, spoken messages, valuing the recipient, envisioning a special future, and committing to fulfill the blessing. He outlines five purposes for laying on of hands, including confirmation, ordination, impartation, liberation, and restoration, emphasizing its role in spiritual empowerment and healing. Pastor Mike concludes by reflecting on Jesus' compassionate blessing of children, urging listeners to actively commit themselves to living lives worthy of blessing others through touch and spoken words.

In the sermon titled "How to be Spiritually Healthy," Pastor Anthony explores essential principles for cultivating spiritual well-being. Drawing from biblical insights and personal anecdotes, he provides practical guidance on maintaining a healthy soul amidst life's challenges. Through reflections on characters like Mordecai from the book of Esther, Pastor Anthony illustrates the importance of selflessness, authority, compassion, and faithfulness in nurturing spiritual health. The sermon encourages listeners to prioritize their relationship with God, develop patterns of prayer and obedience, and engage in acts of service and care for others. By embracing these principles, individuals can strive towards spiritual health and fulfillment of their God-given purpose.


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In the second week of the "Hidden Heroes" sermon series titled "The Man Who Saved A City," Pastor Mike delves into the often-overlooked story from Ecclesiastes 9 about a poor but wise man who saved his city through his wisdom. Drawing from the wisdom literature of the Bible, Pastor Mike explores the concept of wisdom and its importance in making better decisions and fewer regrets in life. He emphasizes the foundational role of the fear of the Lord in true wisdom and highlights the impact of our decisions on future generations. Through practical insights and biblical wisdom, Pastor Mike encourages listeners to prioritize seeking, praying for, and pursuing wisdom in their lives, ultimately pointing to the Word of God, wise teachers, and an eternal perspective as sources of true wisdom.

In the sermon titled "The Mother of Moses," part of the "Hidden Heroes" series, Pastor Mike explores the profound impact of Jochebed, the mother of Moses, on biblical history. Delving into the narrative from Exodus 2, the sermon highlights Jochebed's courageous act of hiding her son from Pharaoh's decree, ultimately leading to Moses' pivotal role in leading the Israelites out of slavery. Through Jochebed's example, pastor Mike emphasizes the power of parental influence, sacrificial love, and faithfulness in shaping the destiny of future generations. This sermon serves as a tribute to the often overlooked heroes whose actions, though hidden, leave a lasting legacy of faith and courage.