Category: Pastor Michael Whitlock

A Change in Heart

In Pastor Michael Whitlock’s sermon on Nehemiah chapter one, he delves into the historical context of Ezra-Nehemiah, which unfolds after the Babylonians devastate Jerusalem and its temple, leading to the exile of its people. The book captures the return of Israelites to Jerusalem 50 years later and their efforts to rebuild their lives. Whitlock outlines the roles of three leaders: Zerubbabel, who leads the temple’s reconstruction; Ezra, focusing on spiritual renewal and community building; and Nehemiah, leading the charge in rebuilding the city walls. Despite the initial success in each story, there is a common theme of disappointment and downheartedness. Whitlock emphasizes the need for heart change, asserting that physical changes, such as rebuilding, are insufficient without a transformed heart. The sermon then transitions to Nehemiah’s concern for Jerusalem, his prayer, and the sermon’s title, “A Change of Heart.” Whitlock identifies three indications of a heart changed by Christ: a burden for what is broken, foundational prayer in one’s life, and a God-sized dream in the heart. The sermon concludes with stories illustrating these principles, emphasizing that genuine heart change is essential for those who claim to follow Christ.

Don’t Waste The Waiting

In our final week of ‘The Life of Joseph’ sermon series, join Pastor Michael Whitlock for a powerful message titled ‘Don’t Waste the Waiting.’ We’ll recap Joseph’s journey from a dream to prison and discover the lessons in mercy, injustice, and God’s guiding hand. Learn how waiting is a common theme in our faith, and how it requires faith, maturity, and stewardship. Stop wasting the waiting and let God grow and mature your faith. Join us as we explore the profound insights from Joseph’s story and apply them to our lives. Don’t miss out on this life changing sermon!

Open Heart, Open Hands

Welcome to Vision Team Sunday at Focus Church! If you’ve served on our teams, we honor you. In this sermon, Pastor Michael Whitlock discusses the two simple requirements for joining the Vision Team: an open heart and open hands. An open heart means being open to whatever God may do in your life, while open hands mean you’re ready to serve. Don’t miss the powerful insights shared in this video. Join us in opening your heart and hands to see how God can work in and through your life!

My First Defense

What is your first line of protection against the attacks of the enemy? Faith. Faith is not a feeling. Faith is a choice. In this message, Pastor Michael gives us 3 ways to develop and use our faith, so we can live in the fullness of everything God has for us. Check out this message and let us know how it has impacted you by commenting below!

Buried Alive

Many times baptism is viewed as a separate decision to following Jesus. Most Christians will decide to follow Jesus, and then decide later on to be baptized. But that’s not how it was intended. In this sermon from Pastor Michael Whitlock, we learn the truth of what it really means to decide to follow Jesus.