Allen Jackson Ministries

The apex of our daily decision process should be asking ourselves, "What is most pleasing to the Lord?" When we're willing and obedient to His Word, God has said He'll bring His best to us. In this sermon, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses knowing God's character in order to please Him with our lives. Scripture reveals much to us about the nature of God—He is loving, just, sovereign, patient, and the Judge of all the earth—and He has made Himself known to us. Being aware God's character means we can understand His boundaries better, and obedience to God's principles brings blessings. Let's open our hearts and minds to understand who our Lord is.

"We're going to confront antisemitism, and we're going to let Israel and the Jewish people know that they are not alone," said Robin Van Etten, the U.S. CEO of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews. In this message, Pastor Allen Jackson interviews Van Etten and Max Long, a reservist in the Israeli Defense Force, about what October 7 means to them and what Christians can do to support Israel. Pastor Allen also shares why replacement theology is unbiblical and answers the questions "Why do the Jewish people matter to God?", "Should the Jewish people matter to us?", and "Is the nation of Israel biblically significant today?" The Jewish people matter to God, so they should matter to us. Let's be a friend to Israel today.

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!

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.

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.

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.