Arlington United Pentecostal Church

Sometimes you find yourself in circumstances where the only sane thing to do is to become irrational-- to have crazy faith in a faithful and sovereign God!

In this arresting message, Pastor Jackson confronts us with 5 ways the Bible describes that we can be lost-- and then he points us to the scriptural plan for being saved.

The Son of David is the true King of the universe, now and forever. But is He Lord in your heart as well? If He's your Sovereign, then He's your Source--and that makes all the difference.

A message from two millenia ago rings fresh and true, as Pastor Ellingsworth reminds us that the Spirit calls us to root and ground our lives and our families in the Word of God, not the winds of culture.

Millenia ago, God made a covenant agreement with a wandering patriarch, that directly foreshadowed His sacrifice on Calvary to assure our opportunity to enter His kingdom-- Bro. Moser shows us how God's call to live separated unto His glorious purpose still rings out today!

Nothing--no one--not a solitary entity--can stand against the greatness that is our Lord Jesus. It's all in Him, forever and ever!

Did you know true freedom doesn't derive from social contracts, or military might? It has a more fundamental source, and a more divine purpose, as Pastor Jackson explains in this dynamic and exciting message!

One of the boldest prophecies of the Bible came at the very start of the human story-- and it holds astounding implications for our lives today!

In this gentle but inspiring exhortation, Sis. Carla DePriest teaches us how to please the Lord by presenting Him with His favorite things-- including ourselves!

Zechariah prophesied that Jesus would be wounded in the house of His friends-- and the sobering truth is that as His followers, we can expect that some pain will happen to us within the church body as well. In this edifying message, Dr. Jackson explains from scripture which types of 'church hurt' are divinely orchestrated, which types should be minimized, and which type should not be tolerated.

When you take on the family Name in baptism, every other aspect of identity becomes secondary-- because we are made one in Him! Have you been baptized in the Name of Jesus? Hear why it's so important, and make that commitment to be baptized in His Name today!

Every one of us desires to know what comes after this life, and cultures across the globe have put forth various ideas about 'what dreams may come.' But the Bible gives us 3 very clear truths about the future life of those who respond to the gospel in obedient faith, and offers a tantalizing glimpse into 'Humanity 2.0' as we view the resurrected life of Jesus!

Sabias que la muerte no siempre fue parte de la vida? La muerte misma tuvo un dia de nacimiento, y verdaderamente un dia de muerte. Para los que estan vivos en Jesucristo, la muerte ha muerto y no tiene poder sobre sus almas!

Using the great truths of the Bible, Dr. Jackson completes the death certificate of death in this inspiring Easter message. And Bro. Martin Alvarez provides the message en Espanol!

Three cultures collided as the Messiah entered Jerusalem on Palm Sunday: the government of Rome, the covenant people of Israel, and the coming kingdom of God. On that day, the Jewish people prophetically proclaimed that "Christ is king!" Before the week was out, all the universe would know it.

What answer does your faith have for suffering? The real gospel doesn't ignore the real issues, and in this hopeful and deeply meaningful message, Dr. Jackson shares the heart of Paul's message about how God is working through His church to bring His Spirit to the pain points of the world.

Newsflash: God has expectations for us as Christians. Not just to display religious piety, but to be fruitful in our life with Him. In that process, our best advocate is a faithful spiritual leader who will help us to grow!

Jesus used an agricultural reality to communicate a spiritual truth: not everyone responds to the gospel in faith, but when someone does, their life breaks forth in abundance. Be inspired to share the good news through the encouragement of the Lord of the harvest!

In this message, Dr. Jackson shows how the record of Scripture is that of a people who bring all of life's emotions to God in worship and in prayer-- even the questions and doubts that come in the dark night of the soul. Our God is not only there in the night hours; He gives songs in the night to bring us to the morning!

Every time that God partnered with humanity under the Old Covenant, each group failed spectacularly. But when the Author of our faith stepped into the story as the central character, everything changed-- and the next chapter was like nothing seen since the dawn of time.

In this informative and challenging message, Dr. Jackson details the four unmistakable signs the New Testament reveals as the evidence that a person has received new life by being baptized in the Holy Spirit. God has great things in store for those who respond to Him in obedient faith!

Two paths lay before the intrepid explorers-- the one they chose revealed the ones they trusted. In this challenging message, Bro. Moser reminds us from history and scripture that if we want to reach the source of abundant life (the Lord), it matters which way we walk, and which leaders and principles guide us.

Adventurers from Solomon to Halliburton will tell you the same truth-- at some point, disappointment waits beyond every horizon when you live a life 'under the sun.' But, oh! For those who live under the Son-- now that's a different story entirely, one where all things are made new, and the miraculous becomes the expected!

It's not just the name of a character from a Dickens novel-- it's the name of a memorial raised by a leader of God's people to commemorate God's faithfulness and provision. Pause and reflect on how far God has brought you, and it will bring hope for your future in Him!

In his gospel, Luke frames the story of the incarnation as an experience of unfathomable joy by unknown people. That Christmas message remains true today-- God intends to do extraordinary things in, for, and through ordinary people.

Most of us have experienced the gap between the promises people make and the actions they take. But with one Speaker, that gap doesn't exist. When He speaks, the universe bends toward accomplishing His purpose. From the manger to the seat of authority in the universe, Jesus is proof that God's Word to us is 'Yes!'

David describes the Lord as the One who prepares a table for him-- and that personal experience carries the weight of prophecy, as Jesus declared Himself to be the Good Shepherd for His people. Come sit at the table, and discover the bounty that He has prepared, at the greatest cost.

Have you ever heard anyone say that we Christians should just love Jesus, and leave off the doctrine? Or that doctrine causes divisions in the Body of Christ? Well, Jesus' teachings and the apostles' writings have a bit to say about that. Let's discover the good news about the good news!

A half-brother of Jesus dashed off a little note with two eternal truths: it's unwise to follow false teachers, but for those who commit to covenant in Christ, He is faithful to perfect them in their faith!

In a world fascinated with leadership, the Bible teaches us not so much to follow the leader, but to follow the follower-- those whose lives reflect a faithful path of fruitful discipleship.

Dr. Painter carries us on a journey from tilting windmills to a transformed world, showing how the gospel narrative not only changes our reality, but expands our imagination of what is possible. Don't miss this profoundly moving presentation of the gospel story in all its power and wonder!

In this revelatory lecture, Dr. Painter peels back the curtain of the centuries to reveal the Biblical imagination that served as the background the Holy Spirit used to inspire the writers of the New Testament, as they incorporated the truths of the Hebrew Bible into the telling of the gospel story.

Something within us testifies to a universal reality-- we aren't enough, individually or collectively, to solve our dilemmas. We need a hero, a rescuer. Greek comedies presented that fact as a farce, but the gospel displays it as grace--the driving force of the cosmos.

Did you know that our all-knowing God chooses to forget some things, and to bring others into His special attention by remembering them? Explore the nature of our Lord and His redemptive intentionality toward us through this inspiring message from Pastor Jackson!

There's a war on, and you're in the middle of it, whether you realize it or not. The New Testament gives us clear instructions about how to be victorious. So don't fear, and let's allow Christ to bring us to victory!

Paul admonished the church to receive one another, because Christ has received us to God's glory. That 'taking unto ourselves' has profound implications for how we approach Communion, and the community of faith!

Our choice of clothing expresses our individuality, but wearing a uniform embodies a group identity. Did you know the Bible endorses a uniform for Christians? Let's take a look as Paul rolls out the 'fall collection' for well-attired disciples of Christ!

Come with us on a journey with the Lord-- from knowledge, to experience, to full revelation, and on to serving others through disciple-making! Bro. Mark Moser shares fascinating threads from the life of Apollos, and draws on his narrative to challenge each of us to reach for the next stage in our walk with God.

What is the purpose of our salvation? No doubt it's to demonstrate the love of God in rescuing us from the consequences of rebellion and pride. But when Jesus began to preach, He identified a broader scope of divine purpose-- a grand project of salvific action that reaches beyond each of us as individuals, and affects all of society, and even the whole world!

Some messages from God's Word aren't meant to elevate our mood, but to warn us of the consequences of rebelling against our Creator. In this convicting message on the reality of judgment, Dr. Jackson preaches on the place you were never meant to be-- a place the New Testament calls hell.

In this inspiring message, Dr. Jackson relates what God's Word tells us about the future for those who are in Christ-- the glorious realm of heaven!

In this back-to-school special, Dr. Jackson teaches on 3 prominent lies that predominate in our contemporary culture, and how the truth of the Word of God and the Person of Jesus is superior in every aspect.

Good fathers know how to give good gifts to their children. And as Pastor Ellingsworth explains in this special Fathers' Day sermon, our heavenly Father desires to give us the greatest gift-- the baptism of His Spirit-- to allow us to flourish in all seasons of life.

Escuche mientras el hermano Brian Martinez nos habla del maravilloso poder en el nombre de Jesus, and explica por que adoramos es ese nombre, oramos en ese nombre, bautizamos en ese nombre, y vivimos en ese nombre!

Sin used to be the sheriff in the territory of the soul... but thanks be to God, there's a new Sheriff in town now, and because of that, everything has changed!

In this unique three-part collection of interrelated sermons, we discover how joining with God through giving brings blessing-- to us, to others, and ultimately to the One Who allows us to give in the first place!

After centuries of waiting, the covenant people of God were finally allowed to receive the revelation of the Name of God-- the Name that is above every other name-- the matchless Name of Jesus! In this inspiring message, Pastor Jackson points to the power found in that mighty Name.

When God chooses to partner in covenant with families, He looks for a specific characteristic-- in this special holiday lesson, Sis. Jana Jackson uses the stories of Abraham, Jochebed, and Moses to reveal that trait, and how trusting God to be faithful to His covenant can keep us through many trials. In a personal testimony that is both transparent and inspiring, she shares how these lessons came home to her as a mother and a teacher, and how the Lord shows Himself faithful through every season.

What happens when a God of words encounters a man of no words-- and asks that man to speak for Him? In a word-- the miraculous.

In the Biblical texts, we find that many had a wilderness experience. But some chose blessing and promise, because they determined to acknowledge the wonder of God's provision and presence in difficult cirumstances. Pastor Jeremy White challenges us to accept the wonder that leads us to promise, even if we are walking in a wilderness today!

Vinieron, estas mujeres fieles, preparadas para un final. Pero lo que encontraron fue un comienzo que estaba lleno de una bondad que ni siquiera podian comprender. Tengo buenas noticias para ti, amigo mio: Dios todavia esta en el comienzo del negocio.