Struggling With Sin & Church Hurt? Here’s What to Do
In this deeply personal conversation, Pastor Mike speaks to someone struggling with sin, frustration toward church leadership, and a desire for true discipleship. He addresses the pain of feeling unsupported, the danger of bitterness, and the importance of personal repentance and spiritual reset.
Pastor Mike explains that discipleship begins with humility, teachability, and a right heart before God—not frustration or judgment toward others. He encourages believers to avoid painting entire churches or leaders with broad criticism, and instead pursue healing, accountability, and growth.
With practical guidance from Scripture—especially Romans 7–8 and Colossians 3—this message offers hope for anyone battling sin, discouragement, or disappointment in the church. The path forward is clear: repent, reset, and pursue Christ with renewed love, humility, and perseverance.
Text ASK to 90398 to ask Pastor Mike a Bible Question.
Text GOLIVE to 90398 to be notified when ASK Pastor Mike is LIVE.
Find more ways to learn your Bible at https://focalpointministries.org/
Have a Bible Question? Ask Pastor Mike! https://focalpointministries.org/ask-pm/
Featured Offer
What does it actually look like to live as though God keeps his word? It's not always easy. There is questioning, wrestling and wondering; and sometimes what looks like defeat can be the exact opposite. Ambitious faith perseveres through all of it and can leave a lasting legacy. Learn more about what it means to trust God's promises through The Journals of Jim Elliot edited by his wife, Elisabeth Elliot.
Be sure to request the book The Journals of Jim Elliot edited by Elisabeth Elliot and discover a legacy of ambitious faith.
Past Episodes
This ministry does not have any series.
Featured Offer
What does it actually look like to live as though God keeps his word? It's not always easy. There is questioning, wrestling and wondering; and sometimes what looks like defeat can be the exact opposite. Ambitious faith perseveres through all of it and can leave a lasting legacy. Learn more about what it means to trust God's promises through The Journals of Jim Elliot edited by his wife, Elisabeth Elliot.
Be sure to request the book The Journals of Jim Elliot edited by Elisabeth Elliot and discover a legacy of ambitious faith.
About Ask Pastor Mike Live
Join us each Friday as Pastor Mike tackles hard-hitting questions Christians face in the modern world. Arm yourself for your next challenging conversation by getting relevant, biblical answers on hot topics of the day.
About Focal Point Ministries
Contact Ask Pastor Mike Live with Focal Point Ministries
info@fpr.info
https://askpastormike.live/
Telephone:
1-888-320-5885
Mailing Address:
Focal Point
P.O. Box 2850
Laguna Hills, CA 92654