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Dr. Mike Franklin is a respected Legacy Pastor at The Torch, a noted church acclaimed for its commitment to pastoral care and spiritual leadership. Dr. Franklin brings a wealth of experience in spiritual guidance and is known for his profound sermons that inspire individuals towards faith and reliance on God. He shares his wisdom regularly as the host of "Morning Light," a spiritual radio segment on 99.3 WCON, where he engages listeners with thought-provoking discussions on faith and life's essential questions.

In this compelling episode of "Morning Light," Dr. Mike Franklin delves into the foundational theme of dependency, urging listeners to evaluate what or whom they truly rely on for stability and assurance in life. Titled "True Dependency on God," Dr. Franklin challenges common dependencies and redirects focus to the one unfaltering source—God. With the uncertainties of the world, whether financial or personal, Dr. Franklin illuminates the steadfast relationship one can only achieve through faith and spiritual connection.

Dr. Franklin emphasizes the futility of relying on temporal things such as the economy, career, or even personal relationships, unveiling them as unreliable long-term supports. Through carefully chosen scriptural references, notably John 5:19, he outlines how Jesus exemplified a life anchored in divine guidance and dependency on God. The pastor expounds on the notion that significant accomplishments arise when individuals align themselves with God’s will, ensuring their efforts have lasting impact and meaning. Dr. Franklin's thoughts are neatly encapsulated with the reflective sentiment that "God is always enough," inspiring each listener to develop a deeper dependency on their faith.

• Challenge societal norms of dependency and evaluate the true foundation of your trust and reliance.

• Understand the impermanence of worldly things like career, wealth, and relationships, and redirect dependency on God.

• Recognize the scriptural guidance from John 5:19 on living a life anchored in faith and emulating the divine relationship between Jesus and God.

• Embrace prayer as a means to hear God’s voice and gain direction for significant achievements that align with God's will.

• Echoing Corrie ten Boom, view oneself as the vessel through which God's power and will manifest.

• "What do you depend on? What do you believe is going to see you through?"

• "There's only one thing that you can truly depend on: God."

• "The Son can do nothing by himself; he can only do what he sees his Father doing."

• "Things we do never stand the test of time, but when you follow the Father's direction... God does things that last forever."