Focus Church with Mike Santiago

Nothing in life truly makes sense unless your story start with God. Let's examine the foundational truths of creation, the intentionality of the Creator, and the unique value of humanity being made in the image of God. By understanding these origins, we are called to move from merely observing creation to actively worshipping the Creator.

Our hearts were designed with an eternal capacity, yet we often clutter them with temporary things like regret, fear, and bitterness. Discover how to clear out the "storage units" of your soul and make room for the only One who can truly fill and heal your heart. God isn't interested in what you’ve been storing—He wants your heart.

In a world that measures value by the size of the total, discover the hidden truth that the smallest sacrifice can carry the greatest spiritual weight. Pastor Mike pulls back the curtain on the heart of generosity to reveal that no contribution is ever "just" a gift—it is a powerful statement of faith and a catalyst for a much larger mission.

"God Is Over Time," the four biblical truths that time was created by God, is transcended by Him, is interacted with by Him, and serves His preparation and purpose for your life. Discover why surrendering your deadlines is more important than surrendering your desires, and learn not to fear the clock because your life is in His plan.

Learn to overcome the misconceptions that you're not strong enough or that your calling should be pain-free, as you discover why "God doesn't call the strong—He strengthens the called". Stop waiting for public approval and walk in your divine assignment.

Avoid the "tragic eulogy" of King Jehoshaphat, who built ships but failed to launch them. This week is a wake-up call to the three reasons why faith fails to set sail and beckons for "Fourth Quarter Faith" to launch delayed purposes and finish the year out strong. 

The battleground. Every believer has a divine warrant to arrest and take every rogue thought captive to obey Christ. Strongholds are defeated by identifying, arresting, and replacing lies and fear with God's truth.

Freedom from the enemy requires actively preventing their return by not leaving your life "empty". To keep the enemy out after deliverance, you must Get a Door , Evict the Old , and Throw a housewarming party for the Holy Spirit by continually filling your life with the Spirit through reading the Bible, prayer, and worship.

This powerful message reveals the five hidden doors we open—including unforgiveness, secret sin, and occult curiosities—and provides a clear, intentional strategy for closing them to walk in the authority and dominion that belong to us in Christ. Learn how to evict darkness, break every chain, and declare Jesus as Lord over every area of your life.

While the thief comes to steal, kill, and destroy, Jesus is the Door who offers abundant life. This sermon challenges you to stop living in fear and take dominion over darkness by securing your heart by Change the Locks," to stop the enemy's access to your life.

There are two eternal destinations, with God in glory or in hell completely apart from His grace. It's our choice. Hell is real and Pastor Mike breaks down what true separation from God is like.

Jesus Christ is the ultimate builder of the church, not human efforts, personalities, or programs. A healthy church participates in Christ's work by adhering to a four-part checklist: faithfully preaching the Bible , experiencing the Holy Spirit , practicing genuine fellowship , and actively engaging in outreach.

In week two of the "Upon This Rock" series, Pastor Mike declares that Jesus is not just a relatable figure but the eternal Son of God—fully God and fully man. The sermon presents six biblical assurances of His deity, including His virgin birth, sinless life, and bodily resurrection, which validate His identity as the Messiah. This message calls us to build our lives upon the foundational...

Pastor Mike lays out the three essentials for building a firm foundation for your faith, based on Matthew 16:18. He teaches that our lives are built on knowing God, believing His truth, and living in obedience.

In this sermon, Pastor Mike teaches that Christians are "more than conquerors" through Christ, who won the ultimate victory over sin and death. He argues that while being attacked is inevitable, defeat is not, and he encourages you to overcome their circumstances by asking four key questions from the book of Romans. Pastor Mike emphasizes that no matter what we face, God is for us and no...

Pastor Mike teaches that being led by the Holy Spirit provides a guide for every area of life, from relationships and career to finding your purpose. He explains that by releasing control and taking a risk, the Spirit can lead you to Christ, peace, holiness, a new identity, strength, and your ultimate purpose.

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In this message, Austin Westlake, National Youth Director of the AG, unpacks Genesis 22 to remind us that even when life doesn’t make sense, God is working behind the scenes. What you see isn’t the whole story—God’s promises never fail.——Subscribe to the latest sermons. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://givetofocus.com Life Chang...

In a world that feels shaky, what are you really standing on? This message declares that when God calls His people to “stand on business,” He’s calling us to plant our faith, our trust, and our ten toes in what never moves—His promises, His provision, and His presence. Drawing from Joshua 1:3, we’ll discover that everywhere we set our foot in faith, God moves. You’ll learn how to:Stand on His Prom...

Spiritual growth isn’t measured by time in church—it’s measured by your diet, discipline, and development. In this bold and convicting message, we explore Hebrews 5:12–14 and God’s call for His people to move beyond spiritual milk and start chewing on solid truth. If you’ve been stuck in surface-level faith, this sermon is your wake-up call.🍼 From pacifiers to purpose.🥩 From milk to meat.🛠️ From...

This week’s message is personal, powerful, and transformational. Pastor Michael opens up with a heartfelt story from this past week—hosting his parents from Missouri, drinking too much coffee, watching Survivor, and being reminded just how much he reflects his own father. It’s a beautiful—and challenging—reminder of our ultimate goal as followers of Jesus: to be conformed into His image.🕊 Romans 8...

Have you ever felt stuck in the middle—between where you were and where you want to be? In life, we often find ourselves in uncomfortable seasons, uncertain circumstances, or incomplete miracles. Whether you're in the middle of a battle, a storm, a transition, or even a miracle still unfolding, God is right there with you. In this powerful sermon titled "I'm In the Middle of Something...

Are you living to achieve God’s love or receive it? In this message, Pastor Michael shares how the Holy Spirit doesn’t just give us gifts but fills us with God’s love, changing how we live and see ourselves. It’s not about striving to earn God’s approval but living from your identity as His beloved child.📖 Romans 8:14-16 reminds us: We have received the Spirit of full acceptance, not fear. The Ho...

We Are “That Kind” of ChurchMatthew 17:14–21What kind of church are we? We are that kind of church. The kind of church that believes in prayer and fasting. The kind of church that knows God is not done with us yet. The kind of church that understands He is a generational God. In Matthew 17, a desperate father brings his son to the disciples, but they couldn’t help. Jesus steps in, rebukes the demo...

What happens when you set yourself apart for God? In this message, we explore The Consequences of Consecration—what fasting really produces in your life beyond the sacrifice. Drawing from Matthew 6:16–18 and other powerful scriptures, we break down four key outcomes: Evaluation, Elimination, Education, and Exaltation.➡ Evaluation – Fasting forces us to slow down and take an honest look at our spir...