Heart of the Father Ministry Lakeland

We've got lots of testimonies to share and we're glad to give God the glory in them all. In addition, Brandon also has a word from the Lord to share on the topic of distraction and how Satan absolutely will use our free time to keep us endlessly looping, going nowhere. Be encouraged, church!

David Vespa And Maryann Vespa - 11-6-22 - Consecrated To God by Heart of the Father Ministry

Do we live ready and expectant for God, or do we tone down the power of His word and ability in our lives? Lord, grow us out of immaturity, hollow pursuits, and distractions that cause us to miss the fullness of who You are! Grow us into spiritually sharpened, unabashed Christ followers, ready to give our “yes” to whatever things you may call us into and ask of us.

Speaker Derek Paul leads us on a deep dive through topics surrounding LGBTQ issues and culture, how to respond with godly wisdom, as well as a look into his own struggles with same sex attraction and how the Lord led him through those things into a healthy marriage and fruitful life with Christ.

Speaker Derek Paul leads us on a deep dive through topics surrounding LGBTQ issues and culture, how to respond with godly wisdom, as well as a look into his own struggles with same sex attraction and how the Lord led him through those things into a healthy marriage and fruitful life with Christ.

Philippians 1:27 says to live our lives in a manner that's worthy of Christ. How do we know if we’re doing that? Are we worthy because we come to church? How can I be sure?

“The best measure of a spiritual life is not its ecstasies, but its obedience.” If we say we belong to Jesus it means we’re no longer the captain of our own ship. Western church culture often treats surrender to Christ as a kind of diet or selection, but it’s not something one merely adds on to life when change is desired. Let’s dive in to what biblical discipleship really means.

You’ve got to exercise the gifts that God’s given you. Some may be teachers, prophets, evangelists, etc., but there’s something undeniably important about simply being faithful with the things God’s entrusted YOU with. Looking to others with comparison in our eyes is never fruitful, but looking to God and asking Him what we should do and where we should begin with what He’s given us is a powerful...

Is there a certain way to pray, and how can I know? How did Jesus do it? As we unpack these and other questions, we'll explore the imperative truth that while not everyone is called to full time occupational ministry, we're all called to pray.

Do we know the Word of God enough to answer the kinds of questions people are asking these days? As we continue on from last week’s message, we’re unfolding the practicality and necessity of how to share the message of the Bible in modern parlance without without diluting its authority or power, all while underscoring the importance of reliance upon the Holy Spirit.

When we gather together to pray, what is it supposed to look like? How do we seek the Lord’s heart in a group setting and how do we keep Him at the helm of our prayer and intercession?

How can we reach this generation with the hope of Christ? How do we not get lost in adopting the current culture, yet still see the Gospel pierce the current culture? If you want to communicate with someone, you’ve got to speak their language, or at the very least you’ve got to find common ground. The message of the Bible is clear and immutable, but it’s our methods of communication that need chan...

Both sides of the coin certainly have their place, but quiet reverence and adoration is equally as effective as intense intercession. Let's dive into this topic of prayer once more as we examine the ideas of how to build a true adoration of the Lord in our prayers and lives!

"When we start ministering the Word of God back to Him, it ministers to His heart and it makes us so aware of everything He’s done for us. It brings us to a place of humility and it changes our prayer life."

Are you compelled by duty or passion? What stirs your heart? The doldrums of apathy stifle zeal for God, so what’s the cure? What role does passion play in matters of faith?

If you've read the Gospels much you'll see that Jesus is not very fond of comfort zones. Jesus said, "Not everyone who says to Me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who does the will of My Father who is in heaven will enter." We can talk about things so much that we actually think we’re doing them, but we’re not. When God at times wakes up us from our deluded state we may...

What does biblical prayer look or sound like? What do you mean when you say I'm a "priest?" Justin Thomas brings the word in this first of our five part series on prayer. As we dive in each week we'll peel back the layers on this topic and ask the Lord to line up our hearts with His.

The pendulum often swings too far in one direction doesn't it? What does a healthy, biblical take on evangelism and discipleship look like, and how do we apply it to our own life right now? Do we even need to bother?

Steve Turbeville of Lighthouse Ministries shares the heart and vision behind why they do what they do. Hear also three testimonies from men who have gone through the different stages of Lighthouse Ministries and how the Lord has rewritten their lives and brought them new joy in Him!

Barry Nichols - 7-10-22 - Overwhelming Love Of God by Heart of the Father Ministry

David Vespa - 7 - 3-22 - Independence Day; The Day Of Freedom by Heart of the Father Ministry

“The church should carry the moral consciousness in our culture. If we don’t, who will?” As we confront the reality of Roe v Wade coming to an end, what does the Bible have to say about abortion? What is our role in these matters, and how does it affect both ourselves and the Lord?

Barry Nichols - 6-19-22 - Carrying The Father's Heart by Heart of the Father Ministry

Randy Horton - 6-12-22 - Transformed According To His Glory by Heart of the Father Ministry

David Vespa - 6-5-22 - The Power Of Agreement by Heart of the Father Ministry