Allison Park Church

Everyone wants the blessing and anointing from God, but what is the cost of the oil?Pastor Alex from Vertical Encounter Church (Waukegan, IL) explores the price of spiritual anointing and the bold steps required to move from empty religion to authentic faith. Are you stuck in comfort, longing for breakthrough, or wondering why your spiritual lamp feels empty? Discover how pressing through life’s challenges can release the oil of the Holy Spirit, ignite revival, and transform your life and community.

Are you feeling stuck, burdened, or desperate for direction? Discover how the Holy Spirit speaks through scripture, prayer, worship, and prophecy to bring breakthrough, clarity, and hope to your situation—no matter how impossible it seems.

Are you hungry for more of God? From the story of Esau and Jacob in Genesis, Pastor Dave Leake preaches on how God doesn't choose the favorite, but rather, the hungry. 

Does God want you to focus on becoming the best version of yourself? Pastor Josh Leake shares a message contrasting cultural attitudes with biblical truths. 

“Hate the sin, love the sinner” is one of the most quoted phrases in Christianity—but what if it’s not actually biblical? In this message, we unpack why this popular saying can misrepresent Jesus, alienate people who are hurting, and distort how we engage with sin and grace. If you’ve ever wrestled with how to speak truth without losing love, this message is for you.

Is it true that God helps those who help themselves? Pastor Jeff dives into a new series called Folk Religion, exploring sayings that aren’t as biblical as they sound. 

This message unpacks how walking with Jesus, listening to His Word, desiring His presence, and seeing Him with spiritual eyes will ignite a heart that burns with love and devotion for Him.

What are you willing to give up for God? Evangelist Will Jones shares a message about how we must realign our priorities and abandon our comfort to accept God's call on our lives. 

Are you facing pressure to compromise your faith or identity in a world that feels increasingly hostile? In this message, we dive into the story of Daniel in the Lion’s Den to uncover how unwavering faith, spiritual endurance, and God’s favor can lead to breakthrough—even in the toughest circumstances. Discover practical lessons for overcoming adversity, standing strong, and finding hope when life tries to break you.

Through the biblical story of Daniel, we can learn not only from the things Daniel did right, but also from the things the king did wrong. Pastor Jeff teaches on how our soul begins to self-destruct when we start taking God for granted. 

What do you wish God would do to your worst enemy? Through the story of Daniel and King Nebuchadnezzar, Pastor Jeff explores what God wants for our enemies.

Will God redeem everything that's broken? Pastor Jeff shares a message about God's plan for our lives, for the future, and for the world. 

Pastor Jeff Leake explores the biblical story of Daniel and reveals how to maintain faith and hope during life's most challenging seasons. Learn how God's plans are always good, even when circumstances seem overwhelming, and discover practical wisdom for thriving in your own "exile" moments. Whether you're facing personal struggles, global uncertainties, or feeling lost, this message will inspire you to trust God's purpose and find strength in His promises.

What would it look like to fully surrender to God? Pastor Josh Leake shares a message about four things that God has called us to surrender to Him. 

What's the one thing we can do here on earth that we can't do in heaven? Pastor Jeff teaches on the most important question we will ever face. 

Do you want to be faithful and fruitful in your life? Pastor Jeff teaches on how we can steward our influence to make an impact for the Kingdom of God. 

What will it be like when God evaluates your life after you die? In the first message in the new series "Divine Metrics," Pastor Jeff Leake teaches on how we can live our lives to make the most of what we've been given. 

Do you want to be free from fear? Pastor Kelli Brownlee shares a message about how we can break with fear and walk in freedom. 

What's the antidote to fear? Pastor Jeff shares how only faith can chase fear and teaches us ways we can use God's Word to combat anxiety.