Ankeny Free Church

"Jesus wears the crown and turns the world upside down."https://www.ankenyfree.church

 The Lord breaks bonds and His Gospel sets us free, but how? Have you been set free? Watch or listen to this week's powerful message from Acts chapter 16:16-40 with Pastor Todd Hessel.https://www.ankenyfree.church

The Spirit of God opens doors and opens hearts. Is your heart open?https://www.ankenyfree.church

Baptism Sunday Celebration Servicehttps://www.ankenyfree.church

Easter Sunday: The Resurrection Changes Us. Has it changed you? Listen now to this powerful message from Lead Pastor Todd Hessel. Ankeny Free Church | Easter 2025https://www.ankenyfree.church

Conflict is painful but inevitable. Learn how we should navigate conflict.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Each of us must choose - to Rejoice in the Gospel or to Reject it. What will you choose?

Acts: to the ends of the earth "The Gospel is Sent to Save the Blind" | Acts 13:1-12 | Pastor J.D. Abellhttps://www.ankenyfree.church

God's sovereign expansion of the Gospel is not hindered by kings, public sentiment, or even violence. This passage teaches us some lessons about pride, persecution, and prayer. https://www.ankenyfree.church

God miraculously forms His church using ordinary ingredients. And the people started calling the believers - Christianshttps://www.ankenyfree.church

The Gospel going to everyone is no small thing. But it is a key thing. Listen now to this message from our series in the book of Acts - With Pastor Todd Hessel // Acts 10:1-48https://www.ankenyfree.church

The Lord is not simply at work in a few but in many people. No small parts exist in the drama of Christ's unfolding Gospel expansion. https://www.ankenyfree.church

Jesus said that he would show Saul how much he must suffer for His name. Now we see what that looks like for him and what that can look like for us. Listen now!https://www.ankenyfree.church

 Jesus can completely change your life. Which way are you heading? Watch or listen now to this week's message from the book of Acts. "This is the Way".https://www.ankenyfree.church

Can our circumstances keep us from God? See how God sends Philip to give surprising insight to an unlikely convert. https://www.ankenyfree.church

 What does it mean to be great? In Acts 8:4-25, we see the greatness of the Gospel collide with worldly greatness. Acts: to the ends of the earth: Philip and the MagicianActs 8:4-25 with Pastor Todd Hessel. https://www.ankenyfree.church

There is a difference between simply knowing Christ, and truly abiding in Him. What does this difference look like? Are you abiding in Christ? Let's explore what Jesus says. Watch or listen now to this week's message from speaker Jonah Vos "True Connection: Abiding in Christ" (John 15:1-11) https://www.ankenyfree.church

Christmas is about seeing the war and following Jesus as our way to peace. Watch or listen now to A Not-So-Silent Night(Zechariah's Song) - The Benedictus - Luke 1:68-79 with Pastor Todd Hessel.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Our beautiful nativity scenes don't capture the shame that would have been surrounding Christ's birth. Yet Mary didn't see the shame, but the Lord who was turning the tables on the world. Listen now to this week's message "Mary's Song: The Magnificat" with Pastor Todd Hessel https://www.ankenyfree.church

Sometimes following Jesus means losing your life. Acts 7 helps us to see how, when we are surrounded by rejection, we are to stand in the grace of God.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Acts: To the ends of the earth "When the wheels fall off the wagon" // Acts 6:8-15 // Bob Bresserthttps://www.ankenyfree.church

Acts: To the ends of the earth: The complaint of the widow // Act 6:1-7 // Speaker:Hunter Thorpehttps://www.ankenyfree.church

A commitment to the Gospel means a commitment to God above all things. This week, we will see that commitment tested in ways we still face today.https://www.ankenyfree.church

The church shares and cares for one another. Listen to how the Spirit empowers us to become the people of God.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Contrary to what you hear, politics do not reign supreme. Jesus does. https://www.ankenyfree.church

There is no name to trust in other than Jesus! Hope, power, and truth are all on the side of Jesus, not in those who scramble to keep the status quo.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Acts Series: "Time of refreshing" | Message: Todd Hessel | Oct. 20, 2024https://www.ankenyfree.church

Through the ages, Christians have given themselves to some basic practices for a fruitful spiritual life. We must reject cheap substitutes and devote ourselves to the right things. Watch or listen now to this week's message now.https://www.ankenyfree.church

Acts " The gospel preached" | Pastor Todd Hessel | 09.29.2024https://www.ankenyfree.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 | 09.08.2024https://www.ankenyfree.church

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

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

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

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

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

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

Why I Believe: The Resurrectionhttps://www.ankenyfree.church

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