“It says in 1 Corinthians that he chose the weak and the foolish and those who weren't of noble birth... so that in our lives the glory of God could be demonstrated.”
Pastor Allen Jackson teaches that true identity and freedom are found in Jesus and rooted in Scripture. He critiques cultural identity trends, urges believers to allow the Word to discern spirit and soul, calls for authentic conversion (acknowledging Christ as Lord), and outlines the privileges and responsibilities of being in Christ — including sanctification, bold cultural engagement, and living as God’s workmanship empowered by grace.
“You told us it's not the mighty, it's not the noble, it's not those of royal birth (paraphrase of 1 Corinthians 1:26-29).”
A passionate call for the church to become an active, Spirit‑empowered force—bringing 'living water' into lives—so multitudes burdened by mental illness, addiction, and despair can be healed and restored. The preacher contrasts a passive waiting crowd with a church called to stir hearts, speak with authority, and bring tangible change.
“Paraphrase: "Think of what you were when you were called... not many of you were wise by human standards... God chose the foolish to shame the wise... so that no one would boast before him."”
Tim Brown preaches from John 8:31–47 that Jesus frees us from the lies that enslave us when we abide in his Word, replace our identity-lies with the person of Christ, and receive adoption as sons and daughters.
