Ankeny Free Church

The Holy Spirit moves us to speak to everyone, everywhere. Find out what this means for you, for others, and how we understand the heart of our Lord. https://www.ankenyfree.church

As the followers of Jesus were left wondering what would happen next, they devoted themselves to things that would nurture them for the upcoming season. Instead of being ruled by fear, we can practically turn to the Lord in the seasons of uncertainty and waiting. https://www.ankenyfree.church

Acts "You will be my witnesses" | Pastor Todd Hessel | 09.08.2024 https://www.ankenyfree.church

Acts "To the ends of the earth" | Pastor Todd Hessel | 09.01.2024 https://www.ankenyfree.church

Prayers That Transform| "The Prayer of Nehemiah" | August 8, 2024 | Chris Mavity & Todd Hessel https://www.ankenyfree.church

Why I Believe: "Creation" | JD Abell | Ankeny Free Church https://www.ankenyfree.church

Prayers That Transform: "Suffering & Prayer" | Curtis Carroll  https://www.ankenyfree.church

Why I Believe: The Afterlife | Pastor J.D. Abell | Ankeny Free Church https://www.ankenyfree.church

Why I Believe: The Bible | Pastor J.D. Abell | Ankeny Free Church https://www.ankenyfree.church

Prayers That Transform | "The Prayer For Love" | July 14, 2024 | Pastor Todd Hessel https://www.ankenyfree.church

Why I Believe: The Resurrection https://www.ankenyfree.church

We are to pray for power! But why do we need the power of God? The answer may surprise you. Watch or listen now to Prayers That Transform: "The Prayer For Power" Ephesians 3:14-21 with Pastor Todd. https://www.ankenyfree.church

Are we praying for God's will or just wanting to escape pain? Learn how to better see what God is doing and to pray accordingly. https://www.ankenyfree.church

Where do we find wisdom to navigate our lives - personal growth, politics, social issues? Daniel sought the Lord because the Lord knows what is in the darkness. https://www.ankenyfree.church

Prayers That Transform| "Seeking the Sovereign God." | June 16, 2024 | Pastor Todd Hessel https://www.ankenyfree.church

How should I pray? Jesus answers this question directly and simply. But, as you might expect, there is a depth and richness in the prayer Jesus taught us.  https://www.ankenyfree.church

The Christian life is not a solo act; we need each other!  https://www.ankenyfree.church

1 Peter: Set Apart | "Before I Close" | 1 Peter 5:6-11 | Pastor J.D. Abell https://www.ankenyfree.church

As the Lord shepherds our lives in tumultuous times, He gives the church shepherds to guide and care for the flock. https://www.ankenyfree.church

1 Peter: Set Apart | "Suffering and the Christian" | 1 Peter 4:12-19 | Pastor J.D. Abell  https://www.ankenyfree.church

📖 Jesus changes everything - including how we are to think.  1 Peter 4:1-11 shows us three areas of change that bring about transformation in our lives. https://www.ankenyfree.church

1 Peter: Set Apart | "The reason for our hope" | 4.21.24 | Pastor Todd Hessel  https://www.ankenyfree.church

We all want to experience the Lord's blessing. Sometimes that blessing comes at the end of pain. If we want to experience God's goodness, the journey is often difficult.  https://www.ankenyfree.church

Who are you following? Jesus, right?!? That can be hard in the world we live in. Our passage today gives us some practical help as to what that looks like. https://www.ankenyfree.church

BIG Questions: "Why does the Resurrection matter?" | Easter Sunday 2024 | Pastor Todd Hessel https://www.ankenyfree.church