Alan McGinnis once said that believing in someone is like giving them a platform on which to stand. From there, they can reach heights they never imagined. This week, we will discover four ways Jesus was a platform provider. For more about Anchor Church, go to anchorchurchil.com.

What would you do if the one time you invited your boss over, she pulled out her own toilet brush and went around cleaning every bathroom in the house? Loving like Jesus loves demands we break social norms and sacrifice status. In this episode, Hannah reveals what you didn’t know about Jesus’ washing his disciples’ feet. Are you looking for a church in Champaign-Urbana, IL? To find out more about Anchor Church, go to anchorchurchil.com.

What can a toddler, a painting and an Egyptian slave woman tell you about Anchor Church? Find out this week, as we celebrate another birthday.  To find out more about Anchor, go to anchorchurchil.com.

What if your doctor told you that you would not make it to your birthday in two weeks? This Sunday, Matt shares about his health journey and what kept him holding onto trust through one devastating trial after another. If you are interested in finding out more about Anchor, go to anchorchurchil.com.

What does it mean to be human? Most anthropologists wouldn’t begin a discussion on the nature of humanity by comparing us with the Evergreen, but that is exactly what we find in the first page of the Bible. Like trees, people are meant to grow and multiply and create abundance and life for others. This week, Sherena will show how bearing fruit is what it means to be human. For more on Anchor, go to anchorchurchil.com

What is the good life? Would you know if you had it? How is it that with all the knowledge and technology, we don’t seem to be much happier? How do you explain why people living in global poverty still have joy? The Bible uses a tree to represent life. Life is within reach. It is available for consumption — except if we are exiled from the garden! For more on Anchor, go to anchorchurchil.com

Why do people join cults? Why do so many successful pastors end up being moral failures? Why is it that there are so many people living paycheck to paycheck in the riches nation in history? How do we make sense of all the wars and violence and sex trafficking and murder today?  Surprisingly, trees offer us some insight into human failure. The Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil looked good and tasted good. Its consequences weren’t immediate, but its fruit did indeed bring death. To find...

Imagine moving to a new country where no one spoke English. Even if you had the time and discipline to learn the local language, you would still miss hearing words in your native tongue. The tongue may be the most overlooked tool in our lives. And few people understand the power of words quite like Willie who is a literal expert in language! You won’t want to miss this week.

What do you do when the relationship is over? How do you rebuild your life? This week, Martha details the biggest challenges she faced after her divorce and how she emerged on the other side with a new path in life. Interested in coming in person? Plan your visit here: https://forms.wix.com/f/7114681531825652430

30-60% of marriages will involve at least one affair. Over half of men who commit affairs consider their marriage to be happy. So, why do people cheat? And should you stay in the relationship? And how can you find healing after infidelity? This week, we explored the pain of betrayal and bruised love. Want to know more about Anchor Church? You can check out our website here.

Fighting is a part of being in love. It’s a bummer but it’s true. But how do you love someone through the conflict? This week, Hannah shares the tools to help with tension in your relationship - whether that be with your spouse, partner, or even friends and family. Want to know more about Anchor Church? Check out our website here.

If you are a parent who loves your kids, but wonders if you are parenting the right way, you won't want to miss this week's service. This week, discover tips from experts in parenting. Case Studies mentioned into today’s episode: Your eight year old daughter is taking more interest in her faith. And she is asking you really complicated questions about God that you don’t understand yourself.  You are suspicious that your six-year-old son is lying to you. But, you aren’t sure.  You...

Most of us have felt the extra pinch from inflation these days. When basic expenses for food and housing go up, your relationship might be crumbling under the pressure. In this sermon, discover practical ways to stop worrying and start working together. Want to know more about Anchor Church? Plan your visit here!

We all know that love matters in relationships, but could we be downplaying the significance of liking your partner? This week, we will uncover the four areas of your relationship's Level of Like. Want to know more about Anchor Church? Check out www.anchorchurchil.com to plan your visit!

Some of the most iconic songs of recent history explore the powerful force of breakups. In this episode, we will explore why breakups hurt so deeply and what we can discover from Jesus' response to divorce. Plus, Nick attempts to sing Whitney Houston and Beyonce!  Want to know more about Anchor Church? Please go to: www.anchorchurchil.com

Welcome to Anchor Church’s podcast. Today, Pastor Nick talks about the woman at the well and how this interaction with Jesus includes all of our “Big Three” values here at Anchor. What are those big three? They are being: people first, multi-ethnic and women empowering. Thank you for listening to Anchor Church’s Podcast. Every month, we upload new episodes to help you grow in your faith and relationship with God. If you’d like to get involved further or give into the mission of Anchor or...

Welcome to Anchor Church’s podcast. Today, Sherena Small talks about Ugly Prayers. In this message, you’ll learn how God can handle our mess and how he encourages us to be really honest with him while we pray. Thank you for listening to Anchor Church’s Podcast. Every month, we upload new episodes to help you grow in your faith and relationship with God. If you’d like to get involved further or give into the mission of Anchor, please check out anchorchurchil.com

On a list of geniuses throughout history, why is it that Jesus doesn't seem to make the cut? If anyone had exception intelligence, brilliant creativity, and who taught us to see the world differently, that would be the 30 year old rabbi from Nazareth. In the sermon this month, we will discover Jesus' unique contributions have shaped our world. Find out more about Anchor Church at www.anchorchurchil.com

Welcome to Anchor Church’s podcast. Today, Reverend Lawrence Kirby talks about how God’s church is meant to be unified and free during Anchor’s annual Juneteenth Celebration.   Thank you for listening to Anchor Church’s Podcast. Every month, we upload new episodes to help you grow in your faith and relationship with God. If you’d like to get involved further or give into the mission of Anchor, please check out anchorchurchil.com

Welcome to Anchor Church’s podcast. Today, Hannah talks about the importance of Therapy and how God handled a mental health crisis with Elijah. She preaches out of 1 Kings 19. Thank you for listening to Anchor Church’s Podcast. Every month, we upload new episodes to help you grow in your faith and relationship with God. If you’d like to get involved further or give into the mission of Anchor, please check out anchorchurchil.com

Welcome to Anchor Church’s podcast. Today, Nick talks about the resurrection of Jesus and why it gives us hope for today. This was recorded on Easter Sunday 2023. Thank you for listening to Anchor Church’s Podcast. Every month, we upload new episodes to help you grow in your faith and relationship with God. If you’d like to get involved further or give into the mission of Anchor, please check out anchorchurchil.com

On this episode, Nick talks about Money Matters. He takes a more casual approach and engages the audience a bit, while diving into the parable of the Rich Fool from Luke 12. Want to know more about Anchor Church? Check out www.anchorchurchil.com 

In this message, Nick shares about How To Be A Good Boyfriend. Instead of the typical 20 things you need to fix about yourself, he offers two tips that could help you be a better partner in your relationship.  Want to know more about Anchor Church? Check out www.anchorchurchil.com 

Today, Nick talks about why belonging, acceptance, and warmth mean so much in the Christian life. Nick references Philippians 2:3-4 & Ephesians 2:12-13. Thank you for listening to Anchor Church’s Podcast. Every month, we upload new episodes to help you grow in your faith and relationship with God. If you’d like to get involved further or give into the mission of Anchor, please check out anchorchurchil.com

Welcome to Anchor Church’s podcast. Today, Nick talks about being of good cheer and 5 gifts that humor brings us. We had some technical difficulties at the beginning so we had to cut off the beginning story. Sorry about that! To find out more about Anchor Church, please check out our website: www.anchorchurchil.com