Allen Jackson Ministries

The world we lived in prior to COVID-19 has slipped through our fingers, but God is providing all we need to sustain us on this new journey. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the new things God is doing in our midst, and lists the gifts God gives us when we are made new in Christ. He highlights the behaviors and habits of Old Testament prophets to show what they did to gain God's pers...

If we look at our actions, what future are we making? Are we crafting it with intentionality, under the direction of the Spirit of God, or are we lamenting the future we're watching other people create? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the actions and attitudes we need to embrace, or push away, as we look to proactively shape a future that exalts Jesus Christ. He contrasts faith with...

Christians are responsible for holding up God's Truth in the midst of our culture of unbelief, and our actions today will directly impact our future. Pastor Allen Jackson provides action steps and vision toward creating a better future, including: leading as many people as possible to serve Jesus as Lord and King; strengthening the nuclear family; and regularly asking ourselves, What we are turnin...

God has given His Church the assignment of being difference-makers in our culture, and we can't afford to waiver or be lukewarm in our faith. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses ten foundational beliefs Christ-followers need to accept in their hearts to be set free in their lives and their ministry. His sermon helps us move from "almost believing" key aspects of our faith, to being reso...

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The early Church endured great physical trials as a result of their faith. Even though persecution, physical torture, and imprisonment came to many of the first believers, the Church thrived and expanded. Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the obstacles the first Christians and the Jewish people endured, and how they speak into to our current struggles. The challenges we face today are not new, and if...

All that we have, and all that we are, comes from God, and He has gifted each of us uniquely. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the importance of realizing this truth, and our responsibilities over all God has entrusted to us. As we give God control over our time, talents, and resources, we will find contentment and accrue eternal blessings. Pastor Allen talks about family responsibil...

Is God a socialist, a capitalist, or something else? What is God's view on our money, time, and talents? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson answers these questions, providing a biblical perspective on our resources. He discusses the importance of being content in all situations, and following God's lead as we conduct our daily lives and steward our resources. God's ultimate plan for us is abunda...

The battle we're facing isn't new. The early Church persevered through major theological and culture conflicts, and the same struggle continues today. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the battle in our minds, and the confusion and relativism that currently plagues the world, and the Church. As we study the early Church heroes, watching them stand firm in their faith in the midst of t...

We can learn much about today's challenges by studying history. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses Peter and other early Christians, who endured significant spiritual battles as they suffered, were persecuted, and even died for their beliefs, which were considered to be radical at the time. If early believers had yielded to the religious pressures of their era, it would have been fatal...

At the end of the day, the story of the Bible is about a King with a kingdom. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the fact that Jesus is King, and His kingdom is coming—This is what gives us the courage to endure, sustain, and overcome. He talks about the challenges that will come prior to the return of Jesus, and what to expect as we move forward, including false doctrine, intolerance,...

You can choose to serve the Lord, or you can choose to serve yourself. Pastor Allen Jackson discusses being prepared and equipped to continue serving the Lord in the season ahead. He talks about the role of prophecy in Biblical times and today. He outlines the characteristics of those who fall away from the Lord (apostacy) and those who remain faithful until Jesus returns (the remnant). In the end...

Pastor Allen Jackson invites us to a heightened imagination of what it means to be a Christ follower. Attending church, being religious, and having a heightened moral sense are fine, but they aren't adequate representations of what it means to be in a relationship with the King of kings and the Lord of lords. Using Ephesians 1:3-10, Pastor Allen outlines seven promises God has been pleased to exte...

At creation, there was no sickness, no disease, no impairments, and no sin. We were holy! Although God created us for holiness, cultivating it requires our participation. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson presents a series of statements regarding holiness, asking us to consider how we prioritize it in our lives. Holiness is not weakness, poverty, or passivity. Instead, the Bible shows a clear c...

While our world tolerates, encourages, and promotes pornography, and some of the most divisive music, and destructive video games—It cancels Dr. Suess. The spiritual conflict has broken out into the open, and it is obvious to anyone who has eyes to see. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how we can embrace our role in God's Kingdom and stand our ground. He highlights four characteristi...

The Kingdom of God and the kingdom of darkness are engaged in a conflict that's shaking the Earth. Pastor Allen Jackson discusses this reality, and how the power of our belief in Jesus can cause the spiritual realm to impact the world around us for God's purposes. He lists several miracles Jesus performed in the Bible, observing the circumstances in which they occurred, and the characteristics pre...

God's perspective always exceeds our own. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses holiness in our lives as it relates to God's perspective. He begins by listing components that make God's world view different than ours: Nothing is hidden from God; His thoughts are not our thoughts; His Word provides illumination to our lives; He knows the future and told us to expect scoffers and deception...

Though our time on earth is limited, eternity has no end. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson talks through the differences between time and eternity; and our carnal natures versus our spiritual beings. He discusses personal daily choices we can make to direct our lives away from temporary things, and towards our eternal God, including the importance of reading, believing, and following the Bible...

The Bible tells us to live holy and godly lives, and that there should be a distinction between our lives, and those of unbelievers. Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the pursuit of holiness and godliness, listing what it is and isn't. Our goal should be for our thoughts, priorities, actions, and emotions to be pleasing to God. Pastor Allen provides specific ways to pursue godliness and holiness, inc...

What happens in the heavens has a direct impact upon the earth. Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the reality of the spiritual realm, Jesus' place in it, and the power Christians have over evil. The enemy wants to catch our affection and direct our plans, but we need to stand firm in our faith. Pastor Allen provides two scripture-based proclamations to strengthen us: One to declare health over our bo...

The Bible tells us we will have troubles, but when we find ourselves in difficult times, what do we do? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses a variety of challenges—physical, emotional, relational, and political—the heroes in the Bible encountered, revealing a common theme: In the midst of their struggles, they consistently prayed. He discusses the importance of prayer, and how if we cre...

The Kingdom of God is not a matter of talk, but of power. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson shows how God revealed His power through the life of Paul. Paul went from being a bitter, angry, violent man, to a person so committed to spreading the Gospel, he was willing to endure beatings, shipwrecks, and imprisonment. As we study Paul's life, we see miracles, healings, restoration, and a constant...

The Bible says the spiritual world gave rise to the physical world, and this is still true today. As we cooperate with God, His power will be made evident in and through us, affecting the physical world around us. In this sermon, Pastor Allen discusses the supernatural realm, highlighting the miraculous things Jesus did during his time on earth, and how Christians have access to the same power. He...

In difficult times, we don't want to lose our faith, but strengthen it. In this sermon, Pastor Allen encourages us with the motto, "We Will Not Stop!" He tells us to continue to follow God, repent, and draw close to Him for strength and wisdom. He discusses Joshua, one of the two individuals appointed to lead the Hebrew people into the Promise Land. God told Joshua to be strong and courageous, and...

We don't want to circle the wilderness because we lack courage to follow God. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the character of Caleb, who God selected to be one of two people to lead the Israelites into the Promise Land. In Hebrew, the name "Caleb" means dog, and Pastor Allen offers relatable and helpful insights by comparing Caleb's unwavering heart towards God, to the steadfast de...