#657: Ideas, Understanding & Revelation
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In this National Day of Prayer message, Pastor Allen Jackson reminds us that prayer is not just a request list, but a powerful response to God's presence, authority, and faithfulness. Drawing from Scripture and real-world examples, Pastor Allen urges us to become people of prayer—anchored in humility, repentance, and hope. He provides several proclamations and prayers to use on our own and with others on the National Day of Prayer and beyond. When we respond to God, He will begin to shape our li...
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We serve God best when we have more confidence in Him than the things that frighten us. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the despair and hopelessness Jesus' friends experienced on Easter, how they overcame that discouragement—and how we can, too. Apostles Thomas and Peter both stumbled in their faith after years of walking with Jesus, but He didn't let them sit in their shame. Pastor Allen shows how Jesus took His friends' burdens and replaced them with hope and courage, and he inv...
Just like all those involved in the Easter story, we've been given the opportunity to participate with Jesus in His Kingdom. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses four characters involved with Jesus' trial and crucifixion who missed the invitation to a better future: the high priest Caiaphas, Pontius Pilate, Judas Iscariot, and the Roman soldiers. They all believed something else, like money, power, or status, was more important than God's invitation. We have the same choice to make. Wi...
Even though Jesus told his followers exactly what was going to happen, they were still shocked to find His tomb empty on Easter morning. What are we misinterpreting about events in the earth today? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the disciples' misunderstanding at Jesus' empty grave, the confusion present in the Church today, and three truths we can rely on when things get disorienting. He shares these foundational ideas: Jesus is unique, the grace and mercy of the gospel lead us ...
Jesus came to Jerusalem less than a week before His crucifixion with a purpose: to give His people clarity and prepare them for the season ahead. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses Jesus' time in Jerusalem before His death and resurrection. He teaches from the Gospels of Matthew and Luke, walking through the opposition Jesus faced from the religious elite and the instructions He left for His followers on awareness and generosity. Pastor Allen also shares Jesus' teaching on avoiding t...
When Jesus entered Jerusalem triumphantly on Palm Sunday—the Sunday before His crucifixion—there were three groups of people reacting to His arrival: the disciples, the crowd, and the adversaries. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses Palm Sunday from Matthew, Luke, and John's individual perspectives. He teaches about the difference between each group of people's reaction to Jesus' ministry. The disciples were all-in for the Lord. The crowds were eager to support when it was easy, but t...
God wants to welcome us into His family, and that's the best invitation we could ever receive. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses what it means to have a new life through faith in Jesus Christ. He walks us through ten promises we inherit, like being God's friend, receiving righteousness, and being chosen by our Lord. He also shares about the importance of gratitude and knowing God's character. Our circumstances can be difficult, and evil touches each of our lives, but the Creator of ...
If we choose God's truth, He will change the destiny of nations. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the character of God. He teaches from Scripture that God delights in being merciful because His mercy often leads us to a change of heart and behavior. God also is willing to bring judgment on those who are routinely disobedient to His Word. Our culture is suffering because of our lack of understanding about God, and Pastor Allen walks through seven biblical steps we can take to find k...
The Church is called to stand watch over our communities and be the conscience of our cultures. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses what it means to be a watchman in the Kingdom of God. God, in His authority, has laid boundaries for how to live that help us to be healthy, holy, and at peace with Him. Pastor Allen shares scriptures on the benefits of obedience, as well as the consequences of disobedience. He also teaches on fasting and prayer and the importance of seeking God above all...
Growth is necessary in the Kingdom of God, and our obedience to Him is what sparks that growth. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses how to complete the assignments God has given us. He walks us through Jesus' obedience as well as stories of biblical leaders like Moses, Apostle Paul, and Apostle Peter, showing that change is uncomfortable, but God's promises are always enough to sustain us. Let's lead with faith in the arenas of our influence, trusting that God's provision will enable ...
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God has called us to search-and-rescue missions in our community, planting us in neighborhoods, offices, hospitals, courtrooms, and classrooms to be salt and light for His Kingdom. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses growing in our faith and the role of the Church in our culture. Now more than ever, it's vital to develop true devotion to Jesus, the only One who can secure our futures. Pastor Allen teaches on World Outreach Church's four-part statement of purpose: attracting people to ...
Jesus gave His life for us so that we could give our lives back to Him. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses what it means to be devoted to Jesus. He shares from the lives of the apostles Peter and Paul to demonstrate what spiritual growth and faithful obedience look like, and he discusses World Outreach Church's own history and ministry in the community. The church's mission is to help people become more fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ, and together we can lead and equip those...
God has called us to be difference-makers, and it's an assignment we must take seriously! In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the responsibility we have as the body of Christ to be the light in the darkness of our current culture. He shares biblical truth on current topics like abortion and the U.S. government's fraud and theft. Pastor Allen also preaches from Jesus' and the Apostle Paul's teachings on leading with faith. Each of us has a sphere of influence, and when we trust in God ...
God is moving in the earth in new, exciting ways, and we don't want to just be observers. We want to participate in His Kingdom! In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the current state of the Church in the nation, and the importance of developing our faith to be more fully devoted followers of Jesus. He teaches from the life of Apostle Peter to demonstrate the disruption and change Christ-followers will experience as we mature in our relationship with the Lord. Pastor Allen also speaks ...
God has a calling on our lives, just like He did for biblical heroes like Moses, David, and Mary. Are we willing to place ourselves under His authority? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses our invitations to follow Jesus. As Christians, our involvement in our faith doesn't stop after a prayer and baptism—that's where it begins. God has set in place assignments for each of us to be salt and light in a culture that desperately needs answers and guidance. We've been sent into the world. ...
As Christ-followers, our primary goal should be to do the will of God here on Earth. That is why God created His Church! In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the history of the Church's influence on culture and why it's so important for us to live boldly in our faith today. He points out areas where the world is confused—marriage, family, abortion—and explains how, through our Christian worldview, there is clarity. There is objective right and wrong, and when we have the courage to obe...
When we discount the influence of the spiritual realm, it's to our own detriment. Now, more than ever, we need the awareness to understand what's happening in our world. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the importance of recognizing, understanding, and responding to the reality of the spiritual forces that influence us. The New Testament is filled with stories of unseen powers affecting people's actions and decisions, and Pastor Allen teaches us how to prepare for that in our own l...
Angels helped Jesus during His ministry here on Earth, so why are we reluctant to believe we need their help, too? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses angels, their influence in Jesus' life, and the roles we see them play in the narrative of the New Testament. We see angels interacting with and directing the choices of figures like Zechariah, Mary, and Joseph. Pastor Allen shows how these spiritual beings provide information, help, and protection—and how they can aid us in our own fai...
There's more to our faith than attending church services and Bible studies. A spiritual realm exists around us, impacting us every day. Are we aware of it? In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the spiritual realm's influence on Jesus' ministry found in the Gospel of John. Both angels and demons were present as He worked in the earth, and Pastor Allen shows that we can't ignore the influence of spiritual things today. He illustrates the division and deception present during Jesus' life ...
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Navigating life based only on our five senses leads to a diminished reality. Let's open our imaginations to the truth that there's another dimension at play, one more powerful than this present world order. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses angels, miracles, and Jesus' life after His resurrection. The spiritual realm is alive and active, and Pastor Allen shares truth about the roles angels play, like messengers and guardians. Unbelief toward spiritual things has grown over the decad...
The word "Jew" appears 188 times in the New Testament, and for comparison, the word "Christian" occurs only three times. That should give us a sense of the significance God attaches to the people and nation of Israel. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the blessings we have received through the Jewish people. Non-Jewish Christ-followers were "grafted in" to God's original promise with Abraham, and Pastor Allen shares what the Bible tells us about living as a chosen people. He teaches...
The word "Jew" appears 188 times in the New Testament, and for comparison, the word "Christian" occurs only three times. That should give us a sense of the significance God attaches to the people and nation of Israel. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the blessings we have received through the Jewish people. Non-Jewish Christ-followers were "grafted in" to God's original promise with Abraham, and Pastor Allen shares what the Bible tells us about living as a chosen people. He teaches...
Don't be confused: God's covenant with Abraham still stands. It's through our faith in Jesus that we are grafted into that covenant to become a part of God's family. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses God's decision to make Israel His chosen nation. After the October 7 attack in Israel, antisemitic voices rose from our nation's most celebrated and powerful academic institutions. But God called Israel His treasured possession, and Pastor Allen teaches about a biblical understanding of...
There is no other nation like Israel in all of history. The Jewish people were chosen by God to be His people; they're unique. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses Israel's importance today. He shares a biblical perspective on current changes happening in the U.S. government, as well as our new and emerging policies regarding the Middle East. Israel's history is foretold throughout the Bible, and Pastor Allen teaches on a dozen of the prophecies that have been fulfilled. Without God's ...