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"Jesus came to set people free and to straighten us up when we’re bent out of shape." --Pastor Steve Dow Finding Freedom from Spiritual and Physical Weakness Join Pastor Steve Dow as he explores the story of two people "bent out of shape" in Luke 13—a woman crippled by a spirit of infirmity and a synagogue ruler bound by legalism. Discover how Jesus's compassion and power can straighten out our physical and spiritual infirmities, setting us free from the burdens of both demonic oppression and religious traditionalism. +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally

In a powerful message, Addy Reilly shares her personal testimony of moving from a life of convenience and self-reliance to one of radical surrender and obedience. Drawing a beautiful parallel between Isaac's search for a bride and Christ's love for His church, Addy emphasizes what it truly means to be the pure and serving bride of Christ. She challenges listeners to lay down their own plans, make room for the Lord in their lives, and respond to His call with a willingness to serve and be transformed, not to earn His love but to reflect it. This message is a compelling invitation to move beyond a "Sunday-best" faith and embrace the raw, unfiltered freedom of a life surrendered to God. +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally

"The timid will never forgive, only the brave. It takes courage to forgive someone when they haven't asked for it. . . and only the strong will have the courage to let go of the past." --Pastor Steve Dow In this powerful message, Pastor Steve Dow challenges listeners to reconsider what it means to "drop the F-bomb." Moving beyond its cultural connotation of anger and revenge, he reveals that the most impactful "F-bomb" we can drop is the one of forgiveness. He explains that holding on to unforgiveness, no matter how justified it may feel, traps us in a cycle of bitterness and hinders our relationship with God. With scripture and a compelling look at Jesus's own example, he lays out a path to true freedom that comes not from seeking an apology, but from choosing to forgive—and let go—even when the other person doesn't repent. This message is a wake-up call to release the burdens of the past and step into the power and freedom of a forgiven life. +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https:

In this episode, the All Nations Church missions team recounts their recent trip to Peru. Hear powerful testimonies from team members—including some on their very first foreign missions trip—about the life-changing impact of obedience, service, and seeing God's kingdom at work. The trip’s leader, Pastor Steve, also shares his heart for missions and explains his "ulterior motive" behind sending people on these trips, revealing how God uses such experiences to put a "hook" in a person's heart, leading them to a deeper level of service. +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally

"Wherever you're struggling, whatever you're going through today, it's not proof of God's absence, but it's the place where you're going to encounter his presence." --Pastor Chris Dow In this powerful message, Pastor Chris Dow dives into the familiar story of Lazarus to reveal a profound truth: Jesus knows your name. While we often focus on the miraculous resurrection, Pastor Dow highlights that the greatest miracle is not a dead man coming to life, but the eternally existent Word of God standing in our own cemeteries. Discover how Jesus's personal call brings life, confidence, and a new identity that isn't dependent on your circumstances, but on His presence and power. +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally

Pastor Steve Dow explores the unexpected "value of pain," asserting that while suffering is an unavoidable part of life, believers can endure it without being defeated. He emphasizes that God is in control, sets limits on suffering, and uses pain to refine us, build our character, and equip us to minister to others, ultimately leading to a stronger trust in Him. +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally

Pride is our greatest enemy because it makes God our enemy. Pride contends for supremacy with God. Sin leads us further from God; Pride attempts to elevate us above God. Pride is self-obsession; preoccupation with ourselves. The only cure for pride-Humility. Humility is a form of self-forgetfulness as opposed to pride’s self-fixation. Pride can lead to self-exultation or it can lead to self-degradation. C.S. Lewis, “True humility is not thinking less of ourselves, but thinking of ourselves less.” Pride is a collision course with God Himself. Isaiah 2:12 The collision between the glory of God and the pride of man has two possible crash sites: Hell or the cross. +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally

Pastor Steve Dow's message, "Faith That Moves Mountains," explores the transformative power of faith as depicted in Matthew 21 and Hebrews 11. He emphasizes that true faith is not passive but an active catalyst that moves believers to action, enabling them to overcome life's greatest obstacles and experience God's promises, even when circumstances are challenging. +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally

The Cost of Freedom John 8:32-36 2 Corinthians 3:17 July 6, 2025 Freedom; the most sought-after commodity in the world. What is freedom? The power of choice to make responsible decisions for oneself and ones future. I. The Desire for freedom is one of the strongest desires of the human soul. Over the centuries men have given their lies and fortunes for freedom. It is a desire placed within every human since Adam and Eve. Genesis 1:27-28 II. Privilege of Freedom. a. It is a privilege to walk in freedom. Galatians 5:1 Romans 8:1-2 We must exercise our free rights. Acts 22:25-28 John 8:36 Galatians 3:1, 4:7 b. We must use our freedom to provide it to others. 1 Corinthians 9:19 III. The price of freedom. John 3:16 Galatians 1:4 1 Timothy 2:5-6 God is aware of your desire for freedom. He gave it to you! He paid the price for your freedom through Jesus. Freedom comes through surrender. Are you ready to surrender to God? +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can fin

In this powerful message, Pastor Leo Bray explains that the "good fight of faith" is not a struggle for victory, but the enforcement of a victory already won in Jesus. Discover the three principal assignments of every believer as a new creation: to know God intimately, to follow Him as Lord, and to represent His power on earth. +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally

1 Timothy 6:11-12 1. Fight for your family. 1 Timothy 6:12 A fundamental spiritual truth: Life is War! Greek word “agonizomai”, translated ‘fight,’ is only used 8 times in the New Testament. Four times it teaches us that: John 18:36-the fight is not fought by normal means. 1 Corinthains 9:25 The fight requires discipline and self-control. Colossians 4:12 The fight is fought on the battlefield of prayer. Colossians 1:29 The fight requires our labor and God’s power. The home is under attack in the 21st Century. We must fight in faith, not in fear. 2. When we fight, God fights for us. Nehemiah 4:13-23 Noah was the 8th person on the Ark. Joahua challenged Israel to choose who they would serve. Joshua 24:2, 15 Job continually lifted his 10 children before the Lord through sacrifice. When we are praying, fasting and pleading the Blood of Jesus over our families, God will fight for us! 3. Be aware of dangerous distraction. 1 Timothy 6:3-10 What is distracting you? What is pulling your family away? Display actively w

Wait! Acts 1:4-8 June 8, 2015 Jesus last command to the disciples was, Wait! Time spent waiting often becomes a paradox. Go-but wait Conquer by yielding Reign by serving Exalted when humbled Free by becoming bond servants Strongest when weakest Live by dying First is last Often what we expect when we are waiting is not what occurs. Acts 1:6 Waiting gives us an eternal perspective. Romans 14:17 1. Waiting brings clarity. John 16:12-14 We must learn to WAIT with purpose. The purpose is to change us! Truth: Holy Spirit was not poured out to solve the disciple’s problems, but to create new challenges. Waiting could be the most important spiritual work we can do. Waiting helps us to learn that because a dream is delayed doesn’t mean it is denied. Transformation occurs while we wait. 2. We must wait with promise. Psalm 149:2 Psalm 27:13-14 Psalm 37:7-9 3. We must wait for power. Acts 2:1-3 Wind that does not destroy- Fire that does not consume- Fervency that will not be extinguished- Word that cannot be denied. Pet

Dr. Mary Ritz shares her inspiring journey of founding "Channel" to restore identity and purpose to youth in Zimbabwe. She challenges listeners to identify their personal "Zimbabwe"—areas of chaos—and step out in faith to serve, trusting God to qualify them for impactful work. +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally

John 21:1-19 Do you need a second chance? Have you wondered if my failure is too great for God’s grace? Maybe Peter’s story is your story too. Jesus set Peter up for a second chance. Matthew 28:10 Peter left Jerusalem a failure, a washout, a has-been. Sound like someone you may know. Who many times have you said, “Why me, why here, why now?” When God sets us up for a second chance, He is really setting us up for a comeback no man could orchestrate. Ever wondered if God still has a place for you? Remember, God is NOT finished with you yet! Jesus does not leave us in our failures. He redeems us from them. Peter went home to Galilee. It is a deep human tendency that when we feel lost, unsure of our purpose or like we’ve failed, we go back to old places, habits and ways of thinking. Peter went fishing. John 21:4-14 He returned to what he knew best, yet even with his expertise, he caught nothing. Maybe your frustration is to prepare you for a second chance! Jesus met Peter at the same place He had originally calle

This episode explores the crucial question: "What Comes Next?" After achieving milestones like marriage, healing, or church mergers, it's vital to seek God's wisdom for the next season. Drawing from Solomon's request for wisdom, we learn that heavenly wisdom, found in Christ and through the Holy Spirit, is essential for progress, vision, sacrifice, making room for the Holy Spirit, generous giving, prioritizing God's house, and discipling others. It's a call to move beyond past successes and actively pursue God's agenda for the future.

1 Samuel 17:4-11 How do you see your giants? As an insurmountable obstacle or an opportunity for God to show His power? “In any situation, what you ARE determines what you see, what you SEE determines what you DO” Hadden Robinson There are two ways to view giants: 1. A limited view that brings fear. 1 Samuel 17:24-25 ‘defy’ means ‘to taunt, ridicule, humiliate’ Satan want you to cower so he can mock you! When we live by sight, we are defeated before the battle starts. 2. An unlimited view that brings courage. 1 Samuel 17:26 Any giant that come our way is not just a threat to us, but a defiance and insult to our Living God and His abilities. Four things David did to defeat Goliath: 1. He ignored doubts expressed by those around him. 1 Samuel 17:33 2. He remembered his ‘proof’ stories. 1 Samuel 17:34-37 3. He disregarded the solutions of man in favor of God. 1 Samuel 17:38-40 4. He acted boldly in the face of Goliath. 1 Samule 17:43-47 Remember: Giants do not fall until you load your slingshot! +++++++ You ca

"What a day! This is monumental. Historic. And this is simply the beginning of a whole new ministry that is going to change the world." --Bishop Ray Willis +++++++ You can find our service times on our website: https://www.anctally.com/ You can find sermon highlights on Twitter here: https://x.com/allnationstally

John 20:19-31 For the disciples, the Resurrection, didn’t immediately erase their fear, uncertainty, or questions. They had seen the empty tomb, but they still struggled to understand what it all meant. They were left wondering, what now? We all have wrestled with doubt, but Jesus is not threatened by our doubts; He meets us in them. Doubt isn’t the end of faith; it’s often the beginning of deeper trust in Jesus. 1. The Disciples were afraid. John 20:19 Fear can be paralyzing. Notice: In their fear, Jesus came to them. In their fear, Jesus gives them purpose. John 20:21 A shift occurs; the disciples are moved from fear to faith. John 20:22 2. Faith is not always easy. John 20:24 Thomas refuses to believe without seeing. John 20:25 Consider this, maybe he is not rejecting faith, but wrestling with it. Notice: Thomas does not walk away from the disciples. Remember: Armies of one are easily defeated. Hebrews 10:23-25 3. God is not distant from our doubts; He is in the middle of them. John 20:26 Jesus let Thomas

The Resurrection of Jesus is a definitive invasion of God! The dawn of that first Resurrection Sunday revealed the power of God beyond anything humanity had ever known. God used opposition to reveal His opportunity. We live in a world in which God gets the last word. The Resurrection was never an impersonal concept of popwer, but a personal encounter with power. 1 Corinthians 15:3-8 This power does not come to a planet but to a people, not to a universe but to YOU. 1. This power releases us by defeating the power of sin and shame. Romans 3:23 Colossians 2:13-14 Jesus words on the cross, “It is finished” equals “Paid in full”, and the resurrection serves as the receipt! The resurrection testifies to the fact that Jesus has defeated the power of Hell, death and the grave forever. 2. This power restores us by defeating the power of evil. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Jesu not only offers eternal life but an abundant life. His purpose is not to add days to our lives but life to our days! 3. This power reveals eternity. Hebr

The four Gospels give the biography of Jesus. Four different writers with four different perspectives. Yet all four, focus on the last week of Jesus life. 35% of each book is devoted to the last week. Matthew, Luke, Mark (Peter) and John, all felt we could not understand Jesus unless we understood this last week of His life. Palm Sunday is a Day and a Doorway. It matters because of the paradoxes revealed. A week that begins in triumph ends in tragedy. The Jews were expecting Jesus to overthrow the Roman rulers, but instead, He overthrew death, hell, the grave, sin and darkness. The last week signaled a paradigm shift for humanity. From cheering crowds to the weeping Christ. From joy to judgement. From waving palm branches to waving whips. Matthew 21 tells of Jesus cleansing the Temple. The Jews were expecting a Regime Change-they got a Revolution! Mark 11, the donkey takes up half the story. Why does Jesus need this donkey? Why does He get it in such an unusual way? This begs the question: What does He need f