Allen Jackson Ministries

The hatred of the Jewish people cannot be understood through political, historical, or geographical terms—it's a spiritual conflict. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses why Israel still matters to God today and how current conflicts point to spiritual forces at work. He defines common terms and shares the history of the Middle East to dispel misunderstandings, and he draws from prophetic passages of Scripture to teach about the spirit of antichrist. God has not abandoned His chosen people, nor has He changed His mind about the land of Israel. The Bible tells us we will be targeted by the spirit of antichrist, much like the Jewish people are today, but in our willingness to stand in support of Israel, we will gain strength for the challenges before us.

Israel is the most tolerant, most diverse nation in the Middle East, yet its enemies believe that tiny nation is the source of all the turmoil in the region. What's the truth? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses six common accusations levied toward Israel and the Jewish people, including the claims of genocide in Gaza, stolen Palestinian land, and media control. He teaches about the history of the nation of Israel and the conflict in the region, and he shares why Israel and the Jewish people matter to Christ-followers and the Church. The hatred for the Jewish people isn't political—it's spiritual, and we need to stand up for God's chosen people.

Obedience to God has a greater impact on our futures than our education or upbringing does. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the spiritual ramifications of obedience and disobedience. We have an adversary, Satan, and the best way to combat his schemes is by trusting and obeying God and His Word. Pastor Allen teaches about the leadership of King Hezekiah to demonstrate how our choices today can impact the generations to come, and that repentance is a better idea than compromise. We don't have to respond to our culture's bullying with fear because we've been given the authority of the King. Let's walk in obedience to Him.

Across Scripture, we see an overarching story that directly applies to our lives: many challenges we face originate from spiritual forces rather than worldly ones. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the reality of the spiritual dimension and its impact on our lives. Jesus was engaged in conflict with the Devil, so as Christ-followers, we should be aware and prepared for spiritual conflict rather than remaining ignorant or unbelieving. Pastor Allen discusses characteristics of God and Satan that should influence our choices as we mature in our faith, and he shares how syncretism, or compromise, severely weakens our relationship with the Lord. God wants good for our lives, so let's decide to align more fully with Him.

There's an easy recipe for becoming God-smart: Pick a verse to meditate on. Tomorrow, pick another one. The next day, pick another one, and keep doing that until God's thoughts begin to shape your thoughts. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson walks through Proverbs, chapter 23. He shares the importance of seeking God and His wisdom, and he demonstrates how to understand and apply Proverbs to our own lives. Proverbs 23 gives instruction on many topics, including boundaries, gluttony, parenting, alcoholism, and sexual immorality. We should hunger and thirst for God's truth—its value is incomparable.

There are places where Jesus in us may not be welcome, but that doesn't mean we should stop sharing our faith—instead, we need to reflect Him more fully. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson shares key takeaways from the 2026 Culture & Christianity Conference. He discusses the faith-filled, courageous speakers who challenged us to lead with our faith, and he answers the question "What can we do?" with practical, biblical wisdom we can live out every day. Pastor Allen shares conference speakers' teachings about the importance of believing and following God's Word and the need for us to be actively involved in politics and education. There is a cost to following Jesus, but that doesn't mean shying away from the spiritual battle ahead. It means being prepared and willing to engage.

"Almost persuaded" is not a descriptor we want for our lives. Let's purposefully choose to believe in God and who He says He is. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the opportunities God gives us to foster a faithful relationship with Him and the responsibility we have to respond to those invitations. The darkening culture around us argues that a Christian worldview is the wrong one, but we can't afford to let our faith be shaped by opinions or social media comments. Responding with obedience to our Lord's invitations will take effort on our behalf, but the Kingdom of God is worth it.

One of God's gifts to us is free will—the freedom to make our own decisions. So, we can choose belief or unbelief, but God attaches value to our choices. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the power of choosing to believe God and accepting His invitations in our lives. It begins with acknowledging that God has a plan for us, and He will guide us if we choose to yield to His will. Pastor Allen teaches about Paul and Moses, great leaders who chose to say "Yes" to God's invitations. Our generation desperately needs believers like them, people who are willing to recognize God-opportunities and respond in wholehearted obedience.

In Revelation, Jesus is described as both the Lion of Judah and as a slain lamb. This deliberate paradox helps explain why Jesus is worthy of all our praise. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson teaches on Revelation, chapter 5. He discusses the importance of worship and the value our prayers have—both to us and to God. Pastor Allen also walks through the gift of Jesus' sacrifice and the immense blessings God has given us through His blood: cleanliness, justification, sanctification, and forgiveness. Jesus Christ has all authority in Heaven and on Earth, and we can rest in the assurance of His victory. He is the Head of the Church!

A fundamental characteristic of being "God smart" is leaning into the things we know wholeheartedly and not spending inordinate effort or energy trying to discern the things we can't know. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how Proverbs helps us focus on what God wants us to prioritize. As we seek God, it can be tempting to want to uncover "hidden knowledge" or "biblical secrets," but the Bible clearly tells us the best path is obedience to the Lord's clear instructions. Pastor Allen teaches on the End of the Age and why storing up God's simple, clear wisdom today will reap the greatest harvest in the future. Let's set our sights on achieving what He's already put before us.

Success, by secular standards, can't satisfy us. We need to have higher aspirations than accumulating material wealth, pleasure, or other measures of earthly accomplishment. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses what King Solomon and the book of Proverbs have to say about living a successful life. King Solomon was one of the richest men in history, yet he wrote in Ecclesiastes that all his wealth and life experiences were worth nothing. Pastor Allen explains the real measurements of success we should be looking for in our lives, and he explores why we can trust God—and why we should aim to be people God can trust. Proverbs tells us the voice of folly is loud, so let's train our ears to hear wisdom when she speaks.

Is our goal to be accepted and approved by the destructive culture around us, or are we willing to let God's wisdom direct our decisions? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the simple truths about the character of God and His Kingdom revealed in the book of Proverbs. One example is that we can only walk in the authority found in God's Word when we first choose to yield to it. Pastor Allen also teaches about the spiritual power of our own words. They carry the power to hurt or the power to help, so let's learn to use our words wisely. Thankfully, God has promised to help us and give us wisdom when we seek Him.

Our choices deliver outcomes to our lives, and the book of Proverbs shows us the decisions that lead to blessings—and those that lead to curses. So, why wouldn't we choose behaviors that bring God's blessings? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson shares what Proverbs teaches us about abundance and poverty. He discusses the importance of work and generosity, as well as the biblical definition of abundance. It can be easy to slip into laziness or selfishness, but Proverbs tells us clearly what the products are of those behaviors. God's character is revealed in His Word, and in this book of wisdom, He tells us the right choices to make. Let's listen to His guidance!

What if we could know what decision to make when we're at a crossroads? What if we could know what mistakes not to make? What if we could know the ending at the beginning? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the book of Proverbs, how to read it, and the wisdom and direction we can find inside it. The seasons we're in are frightening, but God gives us guidance for how we can live in His peace and safety. Proverbs reveals to us the consequences of our actions—good or bad—and it shares the promises God makes to us when we choose to listen to Him and value what He values. Let's make it our goal to understand what He will bless and reward, and then walk in that wisdom.

A system that rewards everyone the same, regardless of behavior, is not consistent with the teachings of Scripture. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses biblical perspectives on four topics relating to our resources: wealth, pride, generosity, and work. Money isn't morally good or bad, so we need the guidance of God's Word to develop a healthy understanding of how to manage the possessions we've been temporarily entrusted with. Envy is at the root of many socialist ideas in our culture today, but God cares far more about the formation of our characters than making us happy—and following His will, not our own emotions, is the best way to find blessings in our lives.

Baptism—a public declaration of faith—can be understood as a spiritual line in the sand where we declare we intend to cooperate with the Lord. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how we can know God and be at peace with Him. God is sovereign, all-knowing, and all-powerful, and knowing His character should foster respect for Him. Pastor Allen shares how we've all fallen short of God's intentions for our lives, but we can find righteousness and reconciliation through faith in Christ. A relationship with the Lord means we submit to His will, and that includes being baptized. Let's celebrate with those who have chosen to take that step!

As our nation's economy struggles and people's love of money intensifies around us, understanding the Lord's will for our resources can sustain us through the chaos. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses God's plan for abundance in our lives. He clarifies the Bible's definition of abundance, and he shares what Scripture has to say about our priorities. Comparison, discontentment, and envy can creep into our lives if we're not careful, but God's design for resting in His provision can keep us satisfied and stress-free. Instead of looking to an economic model to guarantee our security, peace comes when we remember this fact: God is sovereign over everything. It's all His.

When God puts an invitation in front of us, it's not a casual thing—it's a life-altering proposition. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the personal choice we make to accept God's invitations to a better way of living. Participating in His Kingdom is an individual decision, one that requires accountability and produces transformation. Pastor Allen shares about the uniqueness of Jesus and the need each of us have for salvation. Throughout the Bible, God's Word points to His provision for us, but it's up to us to accept His invitations. When we obey Him, we may think we're doing things for God, but in reality, He's doing something for us.

When we obey God by being baptized, God meets us and responds to our obedience. Baptism is something God does for more than something we do for Him. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the invitations God holds out to us and the importance of accepting those opportunities. He teaches specifically on water baptism, its history, and what it symbolizes: repentance, a burial and resurrection, and the beginning of a new life in Christ. Jesus Himself was baptized, and He taught His followers to do the same. If we want our lives to be transformed, then we need to take hold of every opportunity God presents us to cooperate with Him—beginning with being baptized into His Kingdom.

The Christian life can be summed up in just two words: follow Jesus. Our relationship with the person of Jesus is more important than anything else, and we should be in dogged pursuit of Him. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses developing a tenacious faith: being courageously determined to pursue God, regardless of our circumstances. He draws from the life of Caleb, whose name means "dog" in Hebrew, to display a pattern we can follow in our own lives. Loyalty to Christ, living by faith, and always desiring nearness to Jesus are qualities we should strive to develop. As any dog owner knows, a dog's mantra is "where you go, I go"—and that should be our mantra, too, as we follow after Christ.

Jesus is the bridge between the eternal realm of God and the limited existence of humanity. Following Jesus and pursuing science are not mutually exclusive ideas—in fact, they can inform one another. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how we need to rely on the help and authority of God and His angels to bring light into the darkness and lawlessness of our current culture as we move toward the End of the Age. Pastor Allen teaches about the spiritual realms that impact the world we experience through our senses, and he explains how the supernatural and the sciences don't conflict. The problems we think are political or cultural are actually spiritual, but we're not alone in the battle. There is an all-powerful God, He loves us, and He will help us.

God values us so much He dispenses angels to help us and established His own Son as King over our lives. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the spiritual dimension that tangibly impacts us every day. Our culture tries to convince us reality is only what we can experience with our five senses, but the Bible tells us there are things beyond our understanding that influence us. Pastor Allen shares biblical insights about angels, and he teaches about Jesus' Kingdom—a Kingdom that's not of this world and is more real than any earthly kingdom. Jesus has all authority, and repenting and surrendering to Him amplifies our existence, both now and for eternity.

Science and faith are not at odds or in competition with one another. Faith is just as observable as anything else in our natural world. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses spiritual dimensions that affect our journey in time and how our culture's idea of science doesn't contradict anything Scripture reveals to us about reality. Pastor Allen teaches about angels and the roles they play in our lives today, sharing from the stories of Zechariah, Mary, Joseph, and Jesus to demonstrate that our five senses don't define the limits of reality. Let's not be restricted by our doubt; instead, let's lean into all God has planned for our futures. He is writing a better story for us!

The Bible never claims to be a science book. Though there are many things about our world we don't understand, it shouldn't diminish our faith. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how Christianity and science are more compatible than culture often believes. He also teaches about the existence of angels and the spiritual dimension that impacts our lives. In Scripture, Jesus appears outside of time and space to guide and recruit His followers, and Pastor Allen shares how trusting and believing in the truth of Jesus' identity is the best way to navigate existence. Our world is not simple or easily understood, but we don't have to be full of doubt or fear when we rely on the Lord to lead us.

When South Korean Pastor Son Hyun-bo was mocked and beaten repeatedly for attending church, he said, "It was a privilege to be persecuted for God." Now, he's under threat of arrest for leading with his faith in an increasingly communist nation. In this message, Pastors Rob McCoy and Son Hyun-bo share about the ongoing struggle for religious freedom currently underway in South Korea. They share Pastor Son's testimony and the political parallels between his nation and ours. "Freedom can slip away suddenly," Pastor Son reminds us, so let's heed his warning and fight while we can for true freedom—freedom that comes from God alone.

When we step into light from a dark place, it's uncomfortable at first. But the light brings visibility and clarity, and it's a healthier place to be. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses growing more spiritually aware as God shakes the earth. There are spiritual forces at work in our world, and as darkness grows more intense, it will take greater courage to live out our faith . Pastor Allen teaches about Paul and Silas' missionary work in Philippi to demonstrate that courageous faith, even in the face of physical and spiritual opposition, brings God's freedom to ourselves and those around us. Transformation is possible when we turn up the light.

Jesus' presence in the first century made evil spirits uncomfortable, and His presence living in us today should do the same thing. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses "dangerous" faith that threatens the spiritual forces of ungodliness in our world and the suffering that comes with courageous faith. While the Lord tells us to expect hardship, He also promises to be with us in it. Pastor Allen also reminds us that our God helps us to overcome our fears, our circumstances, and even our own doubts. The Lord has told us to be light in the darkness, compassionately telling people the truth everywhere we go. Let's have the boldness to complete our assignment!

When the things we trust in are being shaken, it feels unsettling, awkward, and intimidating, but God is moving in the midst of it all. Let's not miss this opportunity to be courageous for the Kingdom. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses why we suffer and why "dangerous" faith is necessary for the seasons ahead of us. He walks through Paul and Silas' experience in Philippi to demonstrate that when we're bold in our faith, we should expect opposition, often from spiritual forces. We've been coached into a non-threatening faith, but what our culture needs is a faith that threatens the spiritual powers of darkness. So, when we suffer for the name of Christ, let's remember that He first suffered for us.

If we want to have a "dangerous" faith, we need to recognize we've been sanctified—set apart for God's purposes in the earth. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses what it looks like when we purposefully seek God and desire to mature in our faith. We'll have to learn to rely on the Holy Spirit because obedience to the Lord often comes with vulnerability. But Pastor Allen shares how we've been made overcomers through Jesus, and he emphasizes our need for godly community. All of our favorite heroes in the Bible led with dangerous faith, and God wants that for us, too. Let's not be satisfied with anything less than the intentional pursuit of the Lord.

The challenges in our lives are real, and our adversary, Satan, is real, but Jesus is our perfect source of strength and courage. We're not alone. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how we can overcome the fear and anxiety we're sure to face as we follow Jesus. He draws from the lives of great leaders like Joshua and Paul to show how God provides everything we need to be victorious in the midst of hardship. Pastor Allen also underscores the importance of community and family as we mature in our faith. Christians have faced persecution for centuries, but we can take courage! Our God is with us, and He is our strength.

We gain spiritual strength when we listen, obey, overcome fatigue, and persevere—and this is certain: We will need greater strength to participate with God in the seasons ahead. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses developing "dangerous faith" so we can learn to adapt, endure, and overcome. In the Gospels, we see Jesus and His followers facing hardship and conflict because their message challenged traditions of the day. Pastor Allen shows how Jesus' example of faith applies to our lives, as times and seasons change and the need for light in the darkness grows. We know God's purposes in the earth will be accomplished. Are we ready to participate?

Many things about Christianity are unchanging, like the authority of Scripture, the sovereignty of God, and the redemptive work of Jesus. But sometimes we think things are unable to change when, in fact, God can change them easily and dramatically. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the story of Peter and Cornelius, demonstrating that extending God's Kingdom and obeying His will for our lives sometimes requires us to break traditions or patterns of behavior. Living out dangerous faith means we're willing to be transformed, and Pastor Allen details our current culture's need for Christ-followers with this type of transformational faith. Let's have the courage to change and say "Yes" to the Spirit of God when He directs us on new paths.

Times and seasons change, and God's methods for moving in the earth do, too. Let's move with Him. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses having the courage to break patterns when God presents us with new assignments. Scripture shows us many times when the Lord determined the time was right for a new approach, and Pastor Allen shares how we can be effective Christ-followers when we're willing to grow, change, and be courageous with our faith. He also encourages us to step into a dangerous faith—a faith that threatens the kingdom of darkness with Christ in us. We don't have to step back from the public square in fear; God will help us overcome.

In America, we have abundant freedom and liberty to proclaim the gospel and live out our faith—because God has given us that freedom. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the kind of faith it takes to impact culture for this generation and the next. He shares stories of leaders who used their influence to uphold godly values, and he teaches about the importance of gratitude and repentance. America has thrived for 250 years because people of faith have sought the Lord. Now, it's our turn. To flourish in the seasons ahead, we need to listen to God's direction and be bold enough to follow Him.

Many Church traditions are beneficial and should be taught generationally, but we shouldn't confuse our appreciation for tradition with following God. He's not limited to how He's moved in the past for how He will move in the future. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson shows how God continuously breaks patterns so His Kingdom can advance, both in history and our lives today. Scripture is full of faithful people who were called to step out of their comfort zones and cultural norms to complete God-assignments. Pastor Allen challenges us to develop dangerous faith—living faith that confronts ungodliness—so we're prepared when God asks us to move with Him.

Dangerous faith calls people change their patterns of behavior to align with Christ instead of culture—and that's what makes it dangerous. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses what it looks like to embrace a bold faith that challenges ourselves and those around us to lead godly lives. The truth is often disruptive, and Pastor Allen shares stories of courageous leaders who faced adversity, challenges, and hardship in order to complete their God-assignments. Our faith should challenge culture and advocate for biblical obedience. Instead of accommodating ungodliness, our "dangerous faith" should disrupt it and call it out—not with condemnation, but with conviction, boldness, and care. The only way to bring a biblical worldview back into the public square is by living out a dangerous faith.

"If you will wait, God has a plan for your life," said Dr. George Jackson, Pastor Allen Jackson's father and founder of World Outreach Church. "He's not a day ahead of you. He's way ahead of you." In this interview, Pastor Allen and Dr. George discuss how living out his faith in his family, careers, and friendships helped Dr. George learn to trust the Lord for his future, even when challenges arose. Because of this father's faith, the Jackson family and countless others experienced the blessings of God, and Dr. George shares wisdom for us today about the importance of following the Lord's guidance and making time to care for those around us. We can make a difference in the world when we determine to please God with our lives.

When it feels like God's judgment is unfolding around us, leaning into prayer is one of the most powerful things we can do. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses seeking the Lord through prayer in the midst of turmoil and His discipline. We will all face challenges and suffering, but we don't need to fear—we need to draw closer to God. Pastor Allen shares insight from Scripture about how to have a healthy fear of the Lord, what His judgment looks like, and why obedience, prayer, and fasting are the best courses of action we can take. Our Lord is merciful, so even when our circumstances are troubling, we can trust Him when He tells us He loves us.

We have a Spirit in us Who is greater than any spiritual force of evil present in the world. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses our need for a prayer life that involves the Holy Spirit. We all have a sinful or carnal nature that Jesus calls us to overcome, and that's only truly possible when we rely on the help of God's Holy Spirit. Pastor Allen also shares biblical insight about demonic spirits at work today, the nature of deception, and how we can discern the difference between an unholy spiritual force and the Holy Spirit Himself. We don't have to be trapped in sinfulness—Jesus has invited us to be conquerors, and He will equip us with the power we need.

We have a Spirit in us Who is greater than any spiritual force of evil present in the world. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses our need for a prayer life that involves the Holy Spirit. We all have a sinful or carnal nature that Jesus calls us to overcome, and that's only truly possible when we rely on the help of God's Holy Spirit. Pastor Allen also shares biblical insight about demonic spirits at work today, the nature of deception, and how we can discern the difference between an unholy spiritual force and the Holy Spirit Himself. We don't have to be trapped in sinfulness—Jesus has invited us to be conquerors, and He will equip us with the power we need.

If we don't have a plan to escape the paganism in our culture, we will be swept into it. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson offers insight on how to strengthen our faith in a world that celebrates ungodliness and corruption. When we choose to believe God, setting our own plans aside to fulfill the vision He has for our lives, we find new power, meaning, and purpose for our days under the sun. Pastor Allen discusses three attitudes that will hinder our faith: hold outs, hold ups, and holdovers. He also talks about the importance of baptism, highlighting John's baptism into repentance.

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We shouldn't be discouraged when the Lord disciplines us. He lays boundaries in our lives because He cares for us and wants us to flourish, so instead of losing heart, let's respond in prayer and thanksgiving. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses what the Bible says about praying and the different kinds of prayers we can offer. As deception increases around us, it's vital to know how to pray—and then to fill each day with invitations for God to be involved. Pastor Allen teaches through the Lord's Prayer, and he shares examples of Jesus' prayer life that we can learn from. Let's strive to be people of prayer, constantly extending invitations to our Lord.

We have been given the authority to invite God into every situation through prayer. It takes compassion and courage, but it's the best way to turn up the light in the darkness. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the spiritual conflict raging in the earth and the power we have through prayer to make a difference in our lives and the lives of those around us. He draws from New Testament stories to teach about the different kinds of prayer and why this is a spiritual weapon we need to know how to wield. When we're feeling anxious, lonely, or overwhelmed with the problems in the world, we can rejoice in knowing our God hears us when we cry out to Him.

When we pray, we bring God's authority, presence, and power into the spiritual battles raging around us—so let's be intentional about our prayers. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the power of praying even very simple prayers to invite God to move in our lives and around the globe. He teaches from Bible passages about King Hezekiah, Peter, and Jesus that demonstrate the difference even a three-word prayer can make and the power our Lord has to save and deliver us. God can do remarkable things for His Kingdom, so inviting Him in through prayer should not be our last resort but our first action.

Sometimes, God is waiting for us to invite Him into our days before He demonstrates His power to bring healing and freedom. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the transformational power of prayer. As the culture around us becomes more hostile to God's truth, we can't step back in fear—we must be assertive and intentional with our faith and with our prayers. Pastor Allen shares biblical examples of times when praying for God's intervention brought otherwise impossible freedom and deliverance. When we go to Him in humble prayer, we too can experience our Lord's mighty power to save!

Understanding who we are in Christ will help us overcome much of the confusion currently saturating our world. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses who Jesus tells us we are—children of God, His friends, and salt and light in the earth. When we belong to Jesus, He becomes our Lord, and we have the great blessing of building a relationship with Him. Pastor Allen shares what each point of our identity as Christians means on a practical level and how we can only find spiritual growth when we're willing to change. We have the most valuable friendship in the universe available to us, so let's humble ourselves and get ready to grow.

When we receive the backlash that can come from speaking up about our faith, it's easy to think, "Next time, I'll stay quiet." But that's not the choice God calls us to make. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses what to expect when we obey the Lord. He shares about the life of leaders like Moses, Peter, and John the Baptist to illustrate how perseverance through persecution is where we find spiritual growth and deeper faith. The Bible clearly tells us that, even though it's not easy to follow Jesus, the only way we can change ourselves, our communities, and our broken culture is to humble ourselves and walk with the Lord.

How many times have we said "No, thank You" to the Lord when He presents us with an opportunity? We feel inadequate, or weak, or too busy—but God knows what He is doing when He asks us to act. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses Moses, one of the greatest leaders in the Bible, and how he walked in humble obedience to the Lord even when he felt insufficient for the assignment. God moves in our lives when we humble ourselves, and He promises to provide for us when we obey His commands. So, we can trust that in the midst of confusion and change around us, we have the strength and authority to make a difference through Almighty God.

One of the most consistent characteristics of the people of God in the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, is that they listen to God. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson explains how, in order to hear what God is saying to us, we have to know Jesus of Nazareth as King and understand the nature of our position in His Kingdom. He shares that we need the humility to be learners—to have a listening posture and to intentionally invest our strength, our resources, our gifts, and our entire selves as a living sacrifice to our King. As Jesus is lifted up and given our reverence as our Lord, we will experience the presence of the Holy Spirit and hear the voice of our King.

For a handful of generations now, there has been a tremendous falling away in the American Church. Now, it's our watch. Will we impact the next generations in a way that blesses them and draws them closer to the Lord? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the generational impacts of listening to and obeying God, and he shares some tangible things we can do to make a difference in the lives of those around us. Being in God's Word regularly tunes our ears to His voice, and understanding our roles as ambassadors to His Kingdom develops our faith. What we do is more impactful than what we say, so let's stop simply talking about the truth we know and start living it out.

Are we consciously living out our faith so it brings God's blessings to the next generations? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the impact our faith can—and should—have on our children, grandchildren, and the young people in our communities. He shares examples from biblical characters like Abraham and Isaac to demonstrate how our obedience today can bring blessings for those after us. This means taking time to read and understand God's Word, learning about His character and will for our lives. Our current culture has no problem trying to influence the next generations for wickedness, so let's stand firm to push back against the darkness.

While some Christians in America have constructed a theology primarily centered in comfort and convenience, we should be willing to do whatever is necessary to fulfill the assignments the Lord has placed before us. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the End of the Age, the time period right before Jesus' return to Earth. He shares what the Scripture tells us we can expect about that time—both hardships and rewards. God will bring justice and judgment to His people, Jew and Gentile alike, and the Antichrist will be defeated. So, while we live in an age of increasing deception and wickedness, let's not be captured by the darkness. Let's stay focused on what the Light is doing.

At the conclusion of this age, God's power will break forth in ways beyond our imagination. But in the meantime, we will need His help to navigate what is ahead of us. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses what we can expect when the prophecies in Revelation are fulfilled. He shares what Jesus tells us about the rapture, the Antichrist, and the Son of God's return to Earth—and he encourages us to live righteously, without fear of the future. Choosing to align with God's will instead of the destructive culture around us will help us to withstand any hardship ahead. So, we don't have to live in fear, anxiety, or confusion about the End Times. Our Lord is coming back!

As you look ahead to Jesus' return at the End of the Age, do you feel anticipation and joy or fear and dread? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the spiritual growth we need to undergo to be prepared for the future. Jesus advises us to be aware of the "birth pains" that will precede His return, and Pastor Allen points out how many of these are present in the world today, including the rise of deception, evil, and lawlessness. He also explains the parable of the wheat and the tares and how good will grow alongside evil—we need to keep our eyes focused on the good and what God is doing. We're guaranteed persecution as this present age comes to a close, but we'll also grow closer to God as we persevere.

When we experience hardship because of our advocacy for the Lord, we should remember it's not a desperate season—it's a season of blessing. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses our assignments from God and the encouragement He offers in the midst of turmoil. Scripture repeatedly reminds us that our missions here on Earth won't always be easy, but Jesus tells us He is always with us and there are rewards for perseverance. Pastor Allen draws from the lives of messengers like Jeremiah, Daniel, and the apostle Paul to show how God preserved and rewarded their endurance. Let's remember to be encouraged and not afraid when we travel through shadowed valleys because we know God is walking with us as we fulfill His purposes.

We write our futures with what we choose to believe, so let's choose to believe in Jesus and His power to transform our lives. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses centurions—Roman military officers who decided to align their lives with Jesus of Nazareth. These men weren't connected to the Jewish religion, but because of their unlikely faith, God was able to move through them and transform history. Pastor Allen teaches from the books of Matthew, Luke, and Acts to encourage us to be like the centurions: trust in Jesus wholeheartedly, obey boldly, and don't be surprised when God moves in new and unexpected ways.

Living out our faith doesn't mean we just go to church sometimes. It means we're willing to be identified as Christ-followers in every arena of our lives, no matter where God asks us to go or what He asks us to do. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses two biblical leaders, Cornelius and Peter. They stood for Jesus—even when it cost them—because they understood the power God had to change their lives and circumstances. Because of their obedience and love for Jesus, the course of history was changed—and God is inviting us to the same kind of assignment. When He asks us if we love Him, let's answer like Peter and sincerely say, "You know I love You." Then, let's accept with joy the mission the Lord hands us.

When we're willing to fully identify ourselves with God, it opens doors for God to move dramatically in and through our lives. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the spiritual authority our words hold and the power of believing in the truth of Jesus' divinity. He shares the story found in Matthew 8 of the Roman centurion who asked Jesus to heal his servant, and he encourages us to lead with faith boldly for Jesus, too. God is moving in the earth, and He still does miracles. This Easter, let's pray and obey, trusting that God is still at work for His Church and Kingdom today.

Our past failures don't have the power to define our futures because we can choose to align ourselves with Jesus, the One who can overcome anything, even death. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the passage about Jesus' crucifixion found in Matthew 27. At the scene, we're told about a Roman centurion who, against all likelihood, chooses to acknowledge Jesus as the Son of God. Pastor Allen asks us to consider our own responses to the Lord, and he teaches about the power of Jesus to transform our lives. No matter how difficult or unlikely our circumstances, God is with us, and He can supply us with everlasting hope.

What does our relationship with Jesus look like? How we know Him matters, not because it changes Him, but because it changes the opportunities in our lives. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem before He is crucified. In the crowd that day, many people were rejoicing at Jesus' arrival, but some rejected Him, and others were plotting to kill Him. Pastor Allen shares how our responses to Jesus can change the outcomes of our lives, and he reminds us of a few essential truths: God is present and loves everyone, He has provided a path of redemption for us, the best is yet to come—and while some will accept His gift of salvation, many will not. The world is getting more confusing every day, but we don't have to be overwhelmed. When we trust in Jesus, He is with us wherever we go.

We may know about Jesus of Nazareth, but we must choose for ourselves the extent of our relationship with Him. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how we respond to Jesus' invitations and how that choice impacts the rest of our time and future. Pastor Allen shares examples of responses people had when they encountered Jesus, including from the crowd that gathered during Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the people coming to see Lazarus raised from the dead, the audience who heard Peter's sermon on the day of Pentecost, and the believers in the early Church. Like every person then, we also have a choice to make—a daily, intentional choice to either accept Jesus and His teachings or reject Him. Let's decide today to be witnesses for Jesus in a purposeful, intentional, determined way.

We're being forced to face difficult topics and situations in culture, and that will continue. But let's determine to do the difficult things anyway, completing our God-given assignments with diligence. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how we can persevere in hardship by remembering what God has done for us and promises to do for us. We're prepared to overcome when we continually remind ourselves of moments of God's deliverance in the past, and our hope will flourish when we look to the future—to Jesus' triumphant return. However, Pastor Allen emphasizes we still have a mission on Earth to overcome evil, and developing a character ready to lead will help us accomplish God's purposes. We have a responsibility to the generations ahead of us, so let's be prepared to defeat deception, fear, and failure through the power of God in our lives.

If the darkness is growing more intense, it's because the light is too dim—so let's turn up the light! In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses what it means to lead with our faith. We need to remember Who we're representing in our day-to-day interactions, conversations, and family or business decisions, and we should boldly invite Jesus into every space we enter. God will overcome the spiritual forces of evil manifesting in our tumultuous culture—but Pastor Allen reminds us we've been called to help. Let's be faithful stewards of what we've been entrusted with and good ambassadors for the Kingdom of Heaven. It's time to be salt and light!

Just because Jesus' plan for our redemption was completed when He rose from the dead doesn't mean He's finished working in the earth. And like Him, we have Kingdom-assignments to complete. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses overcoming fear and opposition on our missions from God. He shares from the lives of Jesus and the apostles Paul and John to demonstrate that we will face challenges, but God is on our side, and He will prevail. Part of maturing spiritually is walking through difficulties, so we can trust that we face them for a reason. Let's be bold enough to accept God's invitations, to stand firm, and to run our races well. God is still moving! Let's move with Him.

It's not always easy to live out our faith, but we want to run the race of life with determination to honor the Lord, just like Jesus did. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses preparing for inevitable hardships, striving to be overcomers, and following Jesus' lead on how to manage difficulties. Pastor Allen shares moments from Jesus' life and ministry to demonstrate that difficult situations or seasons can be a part of God's plan for our lives, but we don't have to be afraid or anxious. There's a spiritual war waging in the earth today, and developing a courageous faith can protect us from deception and enable us to victoriously finish the race God has set before us. We will face challenges, but God will help us overcome because He is faithful.

Is it possible that difficulties in our lives aren't evidence God has abandoned us, but evidence of His invitations to accomplish His purposes in the earth? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses cultivating a faith that enables us to face hardships with courage. God will ask us to walk through difficult seasons and undertake difficult assignments, so we should anticipate that things will not always be easy. Pastor Allen teaches about the life and ministry of Apostle Paul, who faced imprisonments, beatings, storms, shipwrecks, and threats on his life all in the name of spreading the gospel—and with the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We, too, need to be prepared and have the imagination that God might lead us into hardship for His glory.

God entrusts us with gifts for a reason: not to upgrade our lives, but to be part of God's Kingdom expressed in the earth. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses what we've been called to do with the gifts God has given us. When we accept an assignment from the Lord, He will equip us to accomplish our tasks, and we can be confident that the Holy Spirit will help us and guide us. Our faith must be lived out in public, not hidden inside church buildings, and cooperating with God to spread His love will bring change, both to those around us and to ourselves. Whatever we can accomplish on our own pales in comparison to what we can do when we yield to God—so let's accept His invitations.

God has gifts waiting for us, but to receive them, we must intend to cooperate with Him. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses seven fundamental principles regarding the gifts of God, including that we must choose to accept them, we're accountable for them, and we will be transformed through them. It's possible to reject God's gifts, though, so we must foster faithfulness and an awareness of the Lord's invitations in our lives. Pastor Allen encourages us to persevere through discomfort and vulnerability because God will trust us with more when we give Him our best with what we have. God is moving, and we want to do everything we can to join Him!

In our culture, it can be easy to go through the motions of Christianity instead of intentionally living out our faith. Our God is a God of grace, but He also asks for us to be righteous, and we should want to please Him. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the awareness and humility required to accept God's invitation into His Kingdom. Two parables in Matthew and Luke demonstrate how we've been offered robes of righteousness through faith in Jesus, and we must cultivate the attitude to accept this gift instead of relying on our own abilities. Let's make sure we're prepared for God's Wedding Feast—the return of His Son to Earth—because we want to participate!

Let's give God's direction the highest place of authority in our homes, and let's stop surrendering that place to voices outside our families. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses our responses to God's invitations. The Lord has invited us to participate in His Kingdom, and through two parables found in Matthew and Luke, we can understand the results of accepting or rejecting Him. As the End of the Age draws nearer, we must ask ourselves if we're living with a presumptive attitude toward our faith or if we're wholeheartedly pursuing our Savior. We've been asked to eat at the Lord's table—how will we respond?

For our lives, communities, and nations to get to a better place, we have to stop waiting for someone else to be different; we have to become the difference. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the spiritual authority of God's Word and the responsibility we have to let it change our hearts, minds, and behaviors. As evil grows in our world, so do our opportunities for spreading God's Kingdom to those around us, starting with the people at our kitchen tables. Pastor Allen teaches about Jesus' parable of the wheat and tares, and he clarifies Christians' relationship to the Jewish people, answering the question, "Did the Jews kill Jesus?" As antisemitism increases, so will Christian persecution—but we don't have to be afraid. Let's determine to build a relationship with God, our only source of peace and protection.

The American family can find restoration when we establish God as the authority in our homes once more. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the connection between the Jewish holiday of Passover, Jesus' final supper with His disciples, and our practice of communion—and how all of these, centered around sharing a table, invite God to move in our midst. When we gather around the kitchen table, we have the opportunity to establish who or what has spiritual authority over our homes. Will we let the culture drive our habits and traditions, or will we surrender to God's will? Pastor Allen shares how under the Lord's authority, we find protection, salvation, and deliverance. We've been waiting for the world to change, but God has already given us everything we need to make a difference, starting at our kitchen tables.

It's easy to get worked up about denominational differences, religious traditions, or government parties, but when we focus instead on submitting to God's fundamental truths in our homes, His expressions of power become evident. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses obedience at our kitchen tables. He shares the story of the Exodus generation and the first Passover meal, where the Hebrew slaves found deliverance through obedience and a family meal. God's presence made all the difference for those families that day, and we too can invite God into our lives when we gather to share a meal with loved ones. How we use our kitchen tables begins to determine the spiritual authority over our homes, so let's decide to give God that place.

Obedience to God takes daily, intentional effort. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses recognizing the spiritual authority over our homes and how we can show obedience to God through hospitality. As we can see from the ministry of Apostle Peter, it's not always easy to yield to God, but following His guidance for our lives brings transformation and extends His Kingdom. Pastor Allen also talks about the kitchen table as an expression of spiritual authority over our homes—who or what takes precedence in our households? We must decide for ourselves if we will yield to the daily demands and pressures of this world or if we will choose to obey the God who created us and cares for us.

What roles do our kitchen tables play? Are they surfaces to collect mail, lunchboxes, and odds and ends as we move through our day, or are they gathering spaces where we can be nourished physically and spiritually? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how we can establish God as the spiritual authority in our homes through hospitality and our kitchen tables. If we want to see change in our households, it will require intentionality and commitment to new habits. Nobody's family is perfect, but the good news is the God we worship is in the restoration business—He can fix anything we've messed up or Satan has destroyed. Obedience can be uncomfortable at first, but saying "Yes" to God's invitations for our households can change the destiny of our nation.

What roles do our kitchen tables play? Are they surfaces to collect mail, lunchboxes, and odds and ends as we move through our day, or are they gathering spaces where we can be nourished physically and spiritually? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how we can establish God as the spiritual authority in our homes through hospitality and our kitchen tables. If we want to see change in our households, it will require intentionality and commitment to new habits. Nobody's family is perfect, but the good news is the God we worship is in the restoration business—He can fix anything we've messed up or Satan has destroyed. Obedience can be uncomfortable at first, but saying "Yes" to God's invitations for our households can change the destiny of our nation.

Our culture has undervalued the significance of regularly gathering together for meals in our homes—something that impacts the spiritual formation of our families and the unfolding purposes of God. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses three biblical passages where Jesus teaches His audience "table manners": what it means to be a host or guest in someone's home. Hospitality, humility, and mercy are crucial components of expressing our faith, especially around the kitchen table, and Pastor Allen stresses the importance of valuing people and their invitations. God is inviting us to a more vivid faith—how will we respond?

A spiritual force is present in each of our homes, and we want to ensure that God's Holy Spirit has the authority over our kitchen tables and gathering spaces. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the importance of prioritizing hospitality and family meals during our busy weeks. He shares lessons we can learn from intentionally meeting together, like character formation, kindness, and integrity, and he teaches from three passages in the Gospels where we see Jesus share meals with His friends Lazarus, Mary, and Martha. In any season of life, we can find time and space to practice hospitality and pour into each other's lives—and let's determine to do so, because when we do, we honor our Lord Jesus.

Gathering for a meal—a central part of family life throughout time—is increasingly disappearing, but it's more important than we think. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson invites us back to the kitchen table. He discusses how to prioritize seeking the Lord, and he shares from the Book of Acts about the role of hospitality in the Church. Pastor Allen also teaches about discerning God's will for our lives, which is possible when we focus on His Word and cultivate a desire to know Him. Our God is a God of justice and discipline, but He is also a God of promises and provision. Let's return to the kitchen table, and through that habit, let's invite God into the midst of our lives.

It is God alone who brings restoration and healing to us, and we can trust in Him for renewal. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how our ability to receive from the Lord is linked to our willingness to invite Him into our lives. The Lord will not always respond right when we want Him to, but through faith, we can overcome disappointment and trust that God is moving—regardless of how we feel. Pastor Allen shares stories of eye-opening acts of God's power in the lives of people like Apostle Paul, Apostle Peter, and even himself. God is inviting us to live out a bolder faith as He moves in new ways. Let's respond with "Yes!"

From the opening chapters to the final page of Scripture, miracles and healing are a consistent part of God's interactions with humanity. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how we can have confidence in Jesus' authority to heal. He is our Great Physician, and Pastor Allen teaches on Matthew, chapter 8, to show that our God has all authority and power over sickness, disease, and spiritual attacks. We can have the peace and confidence to approach Him, too, through Jesus' ultimate sacrifice on the cross. While a miracle or healing is never guaranteed, let's cultivate the faith to trust that God's will for us is always perfect.

Healing and miracles are part of God's redemption story for us. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson teaches about the physical and spiritual restoration available to us through Jesus' work on the cross. In Genesis, we see that all of God's creation was perfect until the introduction of sin and humanity's fall from God's ideal. Pastor Allen shares that because of Jesus' sacrifice, we can be sanctified, redeemed, and restored through His blood. Does this mean God will always heal us immediately? No—our Lord is more interested in our seeking Him and being in relationship with Him. But it does mean we can hope and trust in our Savior and His perfect will for our lives.

Our nation will see reform not when policies change but when we begin revolutions in our hearts. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how we can transform our lives and communities when we repent and honor God's authority. Significant change is catalyzed spiritually, and that begins with repentance—recognizing our missteps, apologizing to the Lord, and changing our minds and behaviors. Pastor Allen shares Jesus' teaching on having clean hearts, and he details four steps to spark transformation in our lives. We're watching more and more corruption and lawlessness be exposed, like light revealing what's hidden in darkness. So let's trust Jesus to help us walk in new paths.

Liberties and freedoms come from God, not from governments. If we want continued freedom in our nation, we must change our hearts to align more fully with God's desires. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses spiritual health, discipline, and the changes we must undergo to rid ourselves of corruption and sin. When we recognize sinful behaviors, attitudes, or patterns in our lives that don't reflect God's will for us, we can find freedom through repentance, renouncing, releasing unforgiveness, and resolving to change from the inside out. God is moving in the earth, and He is faithful to transform us when we earnestly seek Him.

Our culture needs a reformation, and that's going to start from change within each of our hearts. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses our need for a greater awareness of God's power and a desire to develop spiritually. We can impact our society for God's Kingdom when we consistently choose to commit and submit to our faith. Pastor Allen shares a four-step process that fuels this transformation: repent from carnal behaviors, renounce any attachment to them, release anyone or anything we're harboring unforgiveness toward, and resolve to be different. Through the blood of Jesus, we have been made clean, and when we pursue a deeper faith, God works in and through us to renew our culture.

In spite of our broken world, the existence of evil, the presence of sin, and our own mistakes, God is faithful. His redemptive power is sufficient to rescue us from any damaged situation. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses obedience to God's purposes and the reality of living our lives as advocates of Jesus. We learn from the Apostle Paul that no matter our circumstances or the hardships we deal with, we can be content under the Lord's spiritual protection. We will face disappointments, but we can rest in the truth that God is faithful to those who seek Him.

We can stand in courage—even in the midst of increasing evil in our nation and around the world—because we represent a faithful God. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how we can confidently trust in the Lord even when it seems like darkness is growing. He shares the importance of seeking God and practicing obedience through life's hardships, and he draws from the life of Apostle Paul to demonstrate that difficult circumstances don't mean we've been abandoned. We've been called to endure, and the God who has called us will never leave us as we stand firm in Him and His truth.

In this uncertain world, the only way to find a certain future is to know God is faithful. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how we can defend ourselves against the deception in our culture and overcome anxiety and rejection through faith. He teaches from the life of Joseph, who dealt with a broken family, slavery and imprisonment, and rejection after rejection—but who refused to capitulate to the hardships he faced and instead chose to trust in the Lord. As lawlessness and wickedness increase around us, our greatest defense against the darkness is to know that God is faithful.

The rejection, disappointment, and challenging circumstances we've faced are legitimate, but they don't have the power to define our futures. Instead, we can rejoice because God is faithful. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the life of Joseph and how he trusted in the Lord through every trial and hardship he faced. Like Joseph, we have a solid foundation on which to put our hope, so we don't have to be overwhelmed with worry, anxiety, or despair. We can be confident that the God who has been faithful to us will continue to be faithful, and even when life's circumstances leave us broken, God never will.

As we continue to step into an uncertain future, let's determine to seek the Lord. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how we can rely on God and His strength when we're not sure how to persevere. He teaches from the life of the Apostle Paul to demonstrate that in the midst of persecution and hatred, God's strength will allow us to endure—and endure with hope for the future. Now more than ever, our spiritual health is vital, and Pastor Allen shares the importance of prioritizing seeking the Lord. When we're faced with disappointment and hardship, let's remember that we don't have to rely on our own strength; God is faithful to help us.

"Freedom is not getting to do whatever you want. Freedom is getting to do what God wants you to do," said Pastor Rob McCoy, lead pastor of Calvary Chapel and former mayor of Thousand Oaks, California. In this interview, Pastor Allen Jackson and Pastor McCoy discuss the vital role the Church is called to play in our nation. Liberty can only be found in God, so we must guide our country's conscience in order to preserve our freedom. We may be told that Christians have no place in politics, but the opposite is true. By being an advocate for Jesus Christ, we can win hearts for His Kingdom and defeat the darkness of our culture.

Our world tells us that love should always be easy and stress-free, but is it possible that God's love for us—true love—could lead to disruption and discomfort? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses love, the theme of Advent's fourth week. We have a variety of mistaken notions about love, but we can go to God's Word to understand the truth about this topic. Pastor Allen teaches from three stories—humanity's fall in the Garden of Eden, Jesus' birth in Bethlehem, and Jesus' death on the cross—to show how our Lord's best for us can often look like boundaries, disappointment, and hardship. But through our obedience and by His love, God will faithfully transform us into something better.

Our attitudes and outlooks can impact our lives significantly, so maintaining our God-given joy is essential. But how do we maintain joy? In this sermon covering the third week of Advent, Pastor Allen Jackson shares three steps we can take to keep our joy intact, and he teaches about the impacts joy has on perseverance, especially through suffering. Like hope that needs a foundation to rest on, joy requires upkeep, and we can practice that through familiarity with God's Word, listening to God's voice, and being in godly community. Holidays can be painful, but we can have lasting joy even through suffering, because our joy is made complete through our willingness to persevere in faith.

In the Christmas narrative, angels came to deliver "good news of great joy" to us. Good news of great joy doesn't mean everything is going to be easy, but it does mean our assignments will be meaningful and well-rewarded. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson teaches about the theme for the third week of Advent: joy. We may be tempted to grumble when facing trials, but God calls us to endure with joy. It's counterintuitive to our human natures, but with the Holy Spirit's help, we can find true joy in the midst of hardship. God is moving in the earth, and we want to be a part of what He's doing in His Kingdom, so let's choose to cultivate joy—sustaining, eternal, and supernatural joy.

We will need the joy of the Lord and the strength that comes with it to complete our God-assignments. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses joy, the theme for the third week of Advent. Joy is a spiritual fuel that enables us to endure and overcome, and Pastor Allen shares examples from Nehemiah and Daniel, who flourished in hardship, to model how we, too, can rely on God to supply us with the strength we need. Our world seems to be darker day by day, but this Christmas season, let's overcome evil with the joy that comes from celebrating the birth of our Savior and King.

Our faith has shaped our culture for hundreds of years, but we're living through an immense decline of its influence in our nation. We've been so focused on eternity that we've neglected our role in the present age. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses preparation, a theme of the Advent season. He teaches about leaders like Abraham and Stephen to demonstrate that as God progresses His plans in the world, we have to be intentional in moving with Him. The Church has an assignment, and we need to develop the discernment to understand it and accomplish it!

In the midst of God moving in the earth through remarkable miracles, demonstrations of His Spirit, and the fulfillment of prophecies, we must come to terms with the existence of evil. The second week of Advent is about peace and preparation, and in this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how we can have peace and be prepared for our God-given assignments, even when we're surrounded by expressions of evil. Pastor Allen shares the story of Jesus' birth, highlighting the uncertainty each person felt, even as they walked in obedience to God. Our stories will look similar, but we don't need to be overcome with fear or anxiety. As we practice obedience, Jesus promises to give us peace—and His peace is everlasting.

God's movements can bring discontinuity, discomfort, or hardship—but they also result in extraordinary outcomes. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses what it looks like when God moves in the earth and why choosing to hope in the Lord is essential. Afterall, hope (the theme of the first week of the Advent season) is about the future. Our futures may look tenuous, and we may have misplaced or outright abandoned our hope—but when we choose to reject despair, and hope in God's faithfulness and trustworthiness, we can find a joy that lasts even in the midst of sorrow.

After feeling disappointed by someone or something we trusted in, how can we know where to place our hope? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses hope, the topic of the first week of Advent, and how we can be certain that God is trustworthy. He teaches about the importance of guarding our hearts and practicing patience through the discomfort of hardship. Suffering will come to all of us because expressions of evil in our world are real, but the Bible teaches that even through difficult seasons, we can rejoice. We find everlasting joy and peace when we place our hope in the Lord!