Anchor Church IL

In the darkness, you’ll find pain, fear, and uncertainty. But, could that really be a place where you find God? In this episode, Jaasiah will be delivering his very first sermon where you will discover why you should hold onto faith in the dark. This may be the message of hope that your soul has been looking for. Wnat to know more about Anchor Church? Check out www.anchorchurchil.com

Did you know that only 1% of sons describe only good relations with their fathers? Yes, you read that right - 1%. No matter who you are, your relationship with your dad affects you - good or bad. During this message, Nick will be sharing his own story of finding out who his father was and how that has shaped him as a pastor.

Maybe you've heard the fire and brimstone preaching before or your Sunday School teacher terrified you into saying a prayer using the threat of eternal torment. If that's you, hell might not be your favorite topic. What if we told you that hell had a lot more to do with compassion than fear and shame? Check out this episode from our August 2022 service. To find out more about Anchor Church, please...

Today, we’re asking the question: what are the ethical ramifications for artificial intelligence? Nick talks about the Tower of Babel and the very first telegraph in this unique message. Verses mentioned: Genesis 11, Genesis 12, and Proverbs 31:8-9 If you'd like to find out more about Anchor Church, please check out www.anchorchurchil.com

During this episode, Nick interviews LaShendria, Toneka, Matt and Jaasiah.  The questions asked are:  1. Who is a Black person in your life that you admire?  2. Who is a Black person in history who inspires you?  3. How have you experienced racism in your life?  4. What do you think should be done? If you'd like to get involved at Anchor Church, please check out our websit...

How can an ancient text that is so primitive and regressive and honestly, strange, continue to have such a massive influence in our world today? In this episode, we hope to convince you why you have already wanted to read the Bible by showing you what makes it the Good Book! If you've ever been interested in the most popular book in human history, then this is for you. Want to get connected at Anc...

In this episode, Hannah talks about three stories of God's anger that many of us heard as children. But, she takes them from a different viewpoint. We dive deep into the anger of God and the possible reasons behind it. She also speaks about how anger and love come together on the cross. This was given on Easter Sunday 2022.  Note: We had some technical problems as the beginning so the first p...

Scientists estimate that 3 species become extinct every single day. So then, why does it seem like Christians are more eager to protest than to recycle a can of soda? In this message, we are going to explore Christianity’s resistance to environmentalism and discover why loving God means going green. Check out more about Anchor Church at www.anchorchurchil.com

Maybe you’ve thanked God for your family. Maybe for your health. Maybe for your job. But, have you ever thanked God for sex? Face it: without sex, you wouldn’t be here! You might remember growing up in Sunday School, where the only thing you learned about sex was “Don’t.” But, God created it as a gift. In this series, we are going to explore the purpose of sex along with its misuses and abuses. To...

There are times that God changes things up for us. Our plans get messed up and sometimes that can send us into a downward spiral. Today, Pastor Nick shares about Jesus' encounter with Jarius and the woman who was bleeding for 12 years. 

Christmas can be stressful. A time of year that is supposed to be peaceful and fun, can turn quickly into a list of "To Do's" with December 25th being the deadline.  In the talk, you will discover that there are actually two kinds of rest to experience.

Colonialism, racism, homophobia, nationalism, chauvinism and anti-intellectualism. Christianity seems to have been a source of evil in the world and throughout history. Has the movement launched by everybody’s favorite Jewish carpenter, done more harm than good? In this message, we will take an honest look at three of the most devastating charges made against Christianity, followed by some shockin...

Your mind is no neutral zone. It is a battlefield of lies and negativity and doubts and fears and worries and apathy. Most people concentrate on outside problems and fail to realize that it is actually the war in the mind keeping them from moving forward.  In this episode, Nick shares the seven strategies to win the war in your mind, taken primarily from both one of Craig Groeschel’s and the...

Fear 😱 We all have it. Some fears can be small and iritating, while others can be debilitating. In this episode, Hannah will share how you can fight your fear, no matter how long you have had it. When Jesus looked fear in the eyes, he deliberately took four steps, which you can take as well!

When you're dealing with a difficult person, sometimes it feels like there are only two options: "forgive and forget" or "cancel them". Neither choice seems adequate.   Dealing with toxic people can be exhausting, devastating and heart wrenching, leaving you feeling powerless. Today, Nick wants to give you some tools and ideas of how to love people, without neglecting your own needs.

The discovery of aliens 👽 would be detrimental to Christianity 💥 Or would it? 🤔 In this episode, we will consider if aliens and Jesus mix 🧪 By the end of this unconventional topic, you will be able to say whether or not the Bible leaves room for the existence of intelligent life on other planets.

Do you like the way you look? According to one study, four out of five of you would say “no.” Body image issues can hurt your confidence, fill you with shame, and keep you in fear.   In this service, you will discover three truths to break the chains that hold us down.

One of the most serious threats you are facing is one that doesn’t get enough attention. We live in a time when it is not clear who to trust, what to believe and if you can ever be sure about anything. During this episode, you will discover why you should search for truth despite the circumstances.

Feel like quitting your job? Can't take your diet any more? Can't go one more day with that person in your life? If you give up now, would you regret it? In this episode, you will discover the three powerful words that will help you decide if you need to keep moving forward. In addition, these words could also fill you with strength when you are on E!

Shame is public enemy #1. Right now, shame is seeking to destroy your confidence, ruin your sleep, sabatoge your relationships, burn your dreams, distract you from your goals, and rob you of joy. It is contributing to addiction, violence, depression, aggression, bullying, eating disorders and suicide. In this episode, you will discover three new names that will help you overcome shame in your life...

If there was one thing you could do to further your career, infuse meaning into your life, and figure out how to get along with your opinionated uncle during the holidays, would you be interested? In this video, you are going to discover what we are considering the very starting point for nearly everything that matters in your life.

Sometimes you just need some encouragement and today’s episode is just that. This was originally recorded for Anchor Church’s grand opening January of 2021

When it comes to poverty, there are two major questions. The question of responsibility (the “should” question) and the question of possibility (the “could” question). As we go about our lives, let’s remember those who are less fortunate and explore what we can actually do to make a meaningful difference.

 Amidst the unknown of this week and even the rest of 2020, many of us are wondering - what’s the point of pain?

In this talk, Nick tackles the topic of politics. People are hurt. People are angry. Our country is divided. Both sides are convinced that the other will not only hurt our country but be the death of our country. How are you supposed to understand these current political issues? What can you do to bring a better future?