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Ever wonder why your faith feels stuck? 

Pastor Ricky Ortiz breaks down the one thing most Christians miss when trying to build breakthrough faith—and it's probably not what you think.

In this powerful message from Luke 17:3-10, Ricky tackles the uncomfortable truth we all need to hear:

**There is no faith without obedience.**

When Jesus told His disciples to forgive seven times in one day, they responded with, "Lord, increase our faith!" But Jesus's answer wasn't what they expected. Instead of giving them a formula for more faith, He gave them a reality check about obedience.

Here's the hard truth: we're all predisposed to disobedience. Just like kids who disobey despite their parents' best efforts, we have a natural tendency to do our own thing while ignoring what God tells us to do. But if you walk in disobedience, you'll nullify what your faith could actually accomplish.

Ricky shares three game-changing lessons about obedience that will transform how you approach your faith:

**Start with what you know.**

You're not waiting for perfect knowledge—you already know more than you're putting into practice. Stop overthinking and start obeying the simple things: love, serve, give, sacrifice, share.

**Do what you're told.**

This one hits different. The real problem isn't what we don't know—it's that we don't do what we already know we're supposed to do. We justify our disobedience, find loopholes, and convince ourselves we're the exception. But here's the truth: partial obedience equals disobedience, and delayed obedience equals disobedience.

**Remember your role.**

Great faith isn't about telling God what to do or giving Him your life blueprint with deadlines. You're not God—you're a servant. And servants do what they're told.

Whether you're struggling to forgive someone again, facing an impossible decision, or feeling stuck in your faith journey, this message will challenge you to examine where disobedience might be holding you back from the breakthrough you're praying for.

God's not asking for perfection—He's asking for obedience. And His commandments aren't meant to burden you; they're meant to grow you. If you want the kind of faith that moves mountains and causes God to move on your behalf, obedience is your starting point.

Ready to stop making excuses and start building real faith? Then watch this week's sermon now!

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