Big Trouble Ahead - Thriving in the Storm
We aren’t the first generation to wonder if we are approaching the End of the Age, and we don’t need to be afraid—there are good things ahead. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson offers two perspectives: either Jesus will return soon, or the Church is being awakened and prepared for our next assignment. In either case, we have a responsibility to be Jesus’ advocates on the earth, standing boldly for Him and His Truth. We cannot afford to have an escapist mentality. The Bible says we will not know the exact time or date of Jesus’ return, so our goal isn’t to try to predict the future, but to be fully engaged in doing His work, everywhere we go, no matter what.
120
views
Big Trouble Ahead - How to Respond
How often do we need to hear the Truth before we choose to follow it? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson encourages us to strengthen the foundations of our faith by hearing God’s Word and putting it into practice. Ultimately, the foundation of our lives and our faith is Jesus, and the more clearly we realize that, the more stable our lives become. A firm foundation will carry us through any challenge, and we need to be intentional in building and maintaining it.
131
views
Living Spiritually Aware - Call to Action
Spiritual forces influence our lives, and awareness of them changes everything. Pastor Allen teaches that as we practice our faith through Bible reading and prayer and letting Jesus’ words and actions inform our imaginations, we begin to live in the freedom and fullness of all that God intends for us.
97
views
Big Trouble Ahead - The Power of Repentance
Our foundations must be strong and stable as the storms around us intensify. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson reminds us that Jesus is the foundation of our faith, and we gain stability by embracing God’s Word and following what it says—including repenting. Repentance is not an emotion; it’s a decision that emerges from our will to follow God, turn away from anything that diminishes His role in our lives, and honor Him with our habits, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors. Greater faith, confidence, and trust in God will come as we build our willingness to practice repentance.
62
views
Spiritual Warfare & The End Times - Jesus and His Angels
God has made abundant provision for us to be victorious, and He does not intend for us to lead our lives afraid. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the spiritual warfare taking place on the earth, and the role angels play in the battle—they are on our side! He examines passages from the New Testament to show the types of angels God created and the unique purposes assigned to them. As evil increases in the earth, so does God’s movement. Instead of focusing on the darkness, it’s time to turn our attention to what God is doing in the earth and the help He extends to us—including His angels.
131
views
Spiritual Warfare & The End Times - Heaven & Earth
What’s happening in the spiritual realm has a tremendous impact on what takes place in the earth. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the reality of angels and demons and helps us recognize their influence over our lives. We often rely on the next election, debates, and the judicial system to solve our problems, but the Church has the spiritual authority to make a difference in our world. It’s time to take our places, put our faith into practice, intercede, and ask God to intervene on behalf of His people.
67
views
Spiritual Warfare & The End Times - Walking in Freedom
Our behaviors demonstrate our faith in God (or the lack thereof). In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the spiritual conflict taking place around us and encourages us to fight the battle by first examining our own hearts. Where are we following our own ways instead of yielding to God and His truth? Actions that draw us closer to God include practicing humility, praying and meditating on God’s Word, and asking for the Holy Spirit’s help in rooting out anything that separates us from God’s best for our lives. Pastor Allen walks us through several steps and prayers that can help us find true freedom in Christ.
85
views
Living Spiritually Aware - Victory over Darkness
We’re here on an assignment: to see the Kingdom of God extended and the story of Jesus held in high esteem. While being a Christ-follower doesn’t remove us from the arena of spiritual conflict, the power of Almighty God resides within us, at work on our behalf. He will give us the ability to stand in the most improbable places so that people will look at us and say, “Only God could have made that happen.”
88
views
Living Spiritually Aware
We will not succeed in accomplishing the purposes of God in this generation unless we live with a view of eternity and a heightened awareness of spiritual things. This is our time, Pastor Allen teaches, and we are to be God’s standard-bearers in every place He invites us, wielding the authority that is ours through the shed blood of Jesus.
637
views
1
comment
Spiritual Warfare & The End Times - Satan Rules a Kingdom
It may not be fashionable to believe in the devil, but that doesn’t make him any less real. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson offers biblical evidence that shows Satan and demonic forces exist and are influencing our lives today. Jesus believed in the devil, so we should, too. We’re in a spiritual battle that’s escalating, and we need to know who and what we are fighting against, and the weapons available to us. Pastor Allen offers insight on demons and unclean spirits, the reality of Satan’s kingdom and its impact on our lives, and the importance of diligently guarding our hearts and minds.
322
views
Spiritual Warfare & The End Times - Which Side Are You On?
We either stand with God or with evil—a middle ground does not exist. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson encourages us to choose to follow God, even when that comes with adversity. We live in a culture that relentlessly tempts us to sell ourselves for lesser things—money, power, acceptance, accolades. But God is looking for men and women who will stand with Him and His truth. This stance may put us at odds with the world around us, but it also comes with God’s peace and provision. Standing with God builds our trust in Him—and as He sees us consistently choosing to be faithful to Him, it builds His trust in us.
209
views
Spiritual Warfare & The End Times - Not My Problem?
Church is not primarily about education and information—it’s about mobilizing Christians to impact our world for God’s purposes. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the Church’s assignment as we approach the End of the Age. Christ-followers should be advancing against the adversaries of our Lord, not surrendering to the darkness—and that takes courage and intention. Instead of focusing on the demonic forces that oppose us, Pastor Allen encourages us to turn our attention to the triumphs God has brought into our lives, and how He is able to use adversity to write a new and victorious story.
171
views
Spiritual Warfare & The End Times
Conflict will increase as the End of the Age draws near, and we need a plan to help us stand firm in our faith. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson helps us recognize the reality of the battle taking place in the spiritual realm. Even though every Christ-follower is engaged in this conflict, we can experience God’s peace as we endure the turmoil. Pastor Allen offers insight to help us be aware of the spiritual realm, understand how it impacts our current circumstances, recognize deception and false prophets, and be encouraged to stand for God’s Truth in our generation.
148
views
Spiritual Warfare & The End Times - Peace And Conflict
It’s possible to experience peace in the midst of conflict and turmoil. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses spiritual warfare and how God’s peace is different than the absence of conflict. The Bible is full of valiant warriors who fought for God and His Truth, including David, who was willing to do whatever God asked him to do. God is looking for similar people to lead for Him in our generation. He is the Lord of the armies, and He is mustering forces on our behalf—we will need their help to lead triumphant lives. Pastor Allen also offers biblical insight on man’s rebellion against God and how that relates to creation and the Bible.
69
views
Spiritual Warfare & The End Times - Intercession & Intervention
Does our faith belong in the public square? Should churches discuss current events? During this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson addresses these questions and encourages us to take God’s truth into our culture, no matter the consequence. Truth is not always celebrated and well received, and the Bible offers many examples of people meeting challenging circumstances after delivering a word from God. We should not be surprised when this happens to us—our goal is to please God, not people. We have a responsibility to bear the truth, share our God-stories, and intercede for others. Pastor Allen offers insight on what intercession is, and why it's critical to the forward momentum of our faith and the growth of God’s Kingdom.
84
views
Lessons From Peter - True Church, False Church: Part 2
God consistently recruits unlikely characters to accomplish His purposes—and that should give us tremendous hope! In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses Peter, his role in the early Church, and the instructions and warnings he offers us in his second letter. Peter and the other disciples were not perfect men when they were recruited by Jesus, but the Holy Spirit transformed their hearts, making them bold and uncompromising in their faith, despite cultural pressures. Studying their lives gives us insight that can help us navigate the deceptive time we’re living in and encouragement to stay true to God’s Word—even when it goes against popular opinion.
58
views
All Things New - Jesus is Lord
The most binding word in all of Scripture for an agreement is “covenant.” When Jesus established a new covenant between God and man through the shedding of His blood, He changed the potential for every aspect of our lives—emotionally, physically, spiritually, and materially. Pastor Allen Jackson reminds us that God continues to make all things new.
48
views
All Things New - Transition of Power
Planet earth is not going to continue on as is, uninterrupted, forever. There’s a new beginning ahead of us, and it will be preceded by a conclusion, when Jesus returns. Until that day, we don’t have to live in fear of the passing away of this world’s system. If you’ve trusted Jesus of Nazareth as Lord of your life, something far better is ahead for you!
52
views
Lessons From Peter - True Church, False Church: Part 1
We don’t live in the Promised Land, but we lead lives that are filled with the promises of God. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses this amazing reality and other “coaching tips” from the Apostle Peter. He lived a dynamic and faith-filled life, despite adversity and persecution—and we are being called to be a courageous Church today. Peter tells us to make every effort to increase our faith and to keep our eyes focused on eternity, and his letters offer many practical things we can do to build God’s Kingdom—and our faith—in this challenging season.
475
views
Lessons From Peter - A Coaching Session
Once upon a time, missionaries and chaplains were celebrated in the media, and our military was encouraged to embrace the Christian faith. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson offers stories that illustrate this truth and how people and organizations oriented toward God created a different culture than what we’re experiencing now. Pursuing godliness, righteousness, and holiness will help transform our culture, bringing blessings to our lives and offering a beacon of hope to the people around us. Pastor Allen offers encouragement from 1 and 2 Peter, which Peter wrote later in his life, when he was seasoned in following the Lord through adversity. There is much we can learn from Peter’s attitude and perspective as we persevere through today’s challenges.
369
views
All Things New
God didn’t create the world and step out of the story. The Bible is filled with times when God engaged in the lives of humans and impacted outcomes on their behalf, and His creativity is still at work for us today. Until the end of the age when God steps into human history and makes all things new, we have a message for the world: There is a God. He cares about you. He has a plan for your life.
298
views
Lessons From Peter - A Supernatural Life
As persecution and adversity increased, the Apostle Peter courageously stood firm and led others through the opposition. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses Peter and his influence on the early Church and the foundations of our faith. As he walks through the latter chapters of the book of Acts, Pastor Allen offers insight on the stoning of Steven, Peter’s vision that led to Gentiles being welcomed into the church, the exemplary judgment of Ananias and Sapphira, Peter’s imprisonment and the angels that miraculously rescued him, and more. Each story presents a powerful principle or truth that can help us grow in our faith today.
268
views
1
comment
Lessons From Peter - Acts: Leading the Jesus Initiative
The Holy Spirit transformed Peter from a fisherman into a leader of the early Christian church, and that same power is available to us, too. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the Apostle Peter and the stories that unfold in the beginning of the book of Acts. After the Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples in Acts 2, Peter became bold and able to speak God’s Word with authority and power—even though he had no formal theological training. Watching how Peter spoke truth into a culture that was increasingly intolerant of Christians offers many lessons that can help us navigate our world today.
141
views