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Episode: Produced By Faith – DeVon Franklin

Date: September 8, 2025
Host: Pastors Touré Roberts & Sarah Jakes Roberts
Guest Speaker: DeVon Franklin

Overview

This episode, part of ONE Church’s “A Sure Foundation” anniversary series, features DeVon Franklin delivering an inspiring and practical teaching titled “Produced By Faith.” Franklin invites listeners to move beyond abstract notions of faith, urging the congregation to produce their lives with faith as their foundation. Drawing from Hebrews 11 and the story of Jesus healing the blind men in Matthew 9, Franklin uses both scripture and his own experiences in the entertainment industry to underscore how faith leads, sustains, and transforms.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Nature and Necessity of Faith

• Scriptural Foundation: Hebrews 11:1, 6
• Faith is “being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see” ([04:17]).
• Faith is a practical, daily guiding force, not just a theological idea ([03:17]).
• “When you are not in faith, you don’t live at the level that’s available to you.”

Quote:

“When you are not in faith, you walk into rooms like this. You go on dates like that. But when you are in faith, you step into the meeting like this. … When you walk in faith, you can’t be stopped.” – DeVon Franklin (04:08)

2. Faith Must Be Diligent, Not Casual

• God rewards those who “earnestly seek Him”—not casual, but consistent seekers ([08:27]).
• Allowing casualness, whether in relationships or pursuit of God, hinders blessings.
• “If you don’t know I’m a son or daughter of God, I am not gonna spend time chasing you.” ([10:45])

Memorable Moment:

• Franklin challenges the congregation to drop casualness and expect more from God and others.

3. Faith Through Rejection and Waiting

• Personal story: Moving to LA, rejected from USC Film School, and how this was God’s redirection ([15:30]).
• Rejection isn’t the end—it’s character-building and often divine redirection ([16:45]).

Quote:

“Just because they rejected you doesn’t mean I’ve rejected you. Rejection is redirection.” – DeVon Franklin (17:21)

4. Non-Compromise and Serving While Waiting

• Franklin’s first entertainment internship: standing firm on observing the Sabbath, even if it risked losing the opportunity ([21:01]).
• Valuing opportunities for growth over immediate compensation ([23:12]).
• The importance of a heart of service: “You gotta carry a crown before you wear one.” ([25:00])

Notable Reflection:

• “See, too often you’re waiting to be served, but you gotta be in a hurry to be of service.” ([24:41])

5. The Process of Manifestation and the Long Journey of Faith

• It often takes years—even decades—of faith before seeing fruition ([28:50]).
• The blessing isn’t just getting the opportunity, but being prepared and competent when it comes ([29:30]).
• “It’s not about just getting in the position you are hoping for, but having the competency to stay in it.” ([29:44])

6. The Story of the Two Blind Men (Matthew 9:27–30)

• Following without seeing: The blind men follow Jesus by sound and faith, not sight ([31:17]).
• Having a vision and preparation before the opportunity arrives ([33:56]).
• Importance of partnerships: Align with people who share your faith and vision ([36:23]).
• Don’t let others’ experiences or doubts direct your obedience to God ([38:30]).

Quote:

“Don’t allow someone other than God himself to sit in the director’s chair of your life.” – DeVon Franklin (39:13)

7. Pushing Past Obstacles and the Power of Persistence

• The blind men face further obstacles (Jesus going indoors), but persist ([43:12]).
• God uses conflict to reveal the hero within us ([45:30]).
• “The conflict you’re going through is not to destroy you, but to prepare you.”

8. Faith Must Be Personal and Active

• Jesus asks each blind man, “Do you believe I can do this?”—Faith must be individual ([46:03]).
• Each person’s measure of faith determines the size of their blessing ([47:45]).
• “Jesus is saying, hey, my power can only operate in your life at the level that you believe it can.” ([47:50])

9. Modern Testimonies of Faith in Action

• Story: Tyler Perry asks DeVon to act in a show—DeVon almost misses the opportunity due to self-doubt, but steps out in faith ([52:10]).
• God opened doors when DeVon believed and positioned himself, managing to be both producer and actor simultaneously ([53:44]).

Quote:

“All you got to do is have enough faith to get in position. And even if you aren’t exactly where you need to be, once you show up, God will get you where you need to be.” – DeVon Franklin (53:53)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments (with Timestamps)

• The Practical Power of Faith:

  “I got to get that faith into not only your mind, but in your body. Into every cell, into every atom in your being.” ([04:22])

• On Diligence in Faith:

  “He’s a rewarder of those who are not casual about him, those that are consistent about him, seeking him in everything that they do.” ([09:29])

• On Rejection:

  “Rejection is actually redirection. … If I had gotten into the film school 30 years ago, I wouldn’t be standing before you now.” ([17:15])

• On Non-Compromise:

  “You do not have to compromise your way into a blessing that God has already ordained for you.” ([22:10])

• On Partnerships:

  “Are the people closest to you taking you to Jesus or taking you away from Jesus?” ([36:45])

• The Call to Believe:

  “You gotta have the faith. Do you believe? … Do you really believe He is able to do what He said He would do?” ([46:15])

• Modern Example of Faith:

  “All you got to do is have enough faith to get in position.” ([53:53])

Timestamps for Key Segments

| Segment | Timestamp | |-------------------------------------------------------|------------| | Introduction & Series Theme | 00:54 | | What Faith Is (Hebrews 11:1 explained) | 04:17 | | Non-Casual, Diligent Faith | 08:27 | | Personal Story: Career, Rejection, & Redirection | 15:30 | | Faith in Action: Serving During Waiting | 23:12 | | Preparing for Opportunity – The Blind Men | 31:17 | | The Importance of Aligned Partnerships | 36:23 | | Conflict as a Pathway to the Hero Within | 45:30 | | Personalizing Faith: “Do You Believe?” | 46:03 | | Modern Testimony: Tyler Perry, Stepping Up in Faith | 52:10 | | Closing Prayer & Faith Activation | 54:26 |

Takeaways for Listeners

• Faith isn’t passive—it demands preparation, persistence, and personal conviction.
• Obstacles (rejection, conflict, detours) are often necessary steps in producing lives of faith.
• Surround yourself with people who encourage and build your faith.
• God calls for full participation—no casual seeking.
• When faith meets opportunity, supernatural doors open.
• Personal testimony flourishes as God brings vision to manifestation.

Episode Tone: Engaging, passionate, and practical, blending inspirational storytelling with direct scriptural teaching and real-world application.

For Listeners New to ONE Church:
This episode showcases the church’s commitment to making faith actionable, relevant, and central to daily life and ambition—especially for those navigating professional and personal dreams.

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