Ankeny Free Church
Ankeny Free Church Series Podcast. New Gospel-centered content and teaching from God's Word uploaded weekly!
Episodes
154 episodes
Acts: "Philip and the Magician" | Pastor Todd Hessel | November 5, 2025
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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41:40
True Connection: Abiding in Christ | John 15:1-11 | Speaker: Jonah Vos
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 "Tru...
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A Not So Silent Night - Zechariah's Song "The Benedictus"
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.
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A Not So Silent Night - Mary's Song
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 Magn...
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Acts: To the ends of the earth "The Martyr" | Pastor Todd Hessel | December 8, 2024
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.
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Season 13
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Episode 13
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41:25
Acts: To the ends of the earth "When the wheels fall off the wagon" // Acts 6:8-15 // Bob Bressert
Acts: To the ends of the earth "When the wheels fall off the wagon" // Acts 6:8-15 // Bob Bressert
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Season 13
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Episode 12
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37:05
Acts: To the ends of the earth: The complaint of the widow // Act 6:1-7 // Speaker:Hunter Thorpe
Acts: To the ends of the earth: The complaint of the widow // Act 6:1-7 // Speaker:Hunter Thorpe
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Season 13
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Episode 11
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38:46
Acts "We must obey God" | Pastor Todd Hessel | 09.17.2024
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.
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Season 13
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Episode 10
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42:10
Acts: To the ends of the earth "The Spirit of God forming the people of God" | Pastor Todd Hessel | November 10, 2024
The church shares and cares for one another. Listen to how the Spirit empowers us to become the people of God.
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Season 13
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Episode 9
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47:53
Acts "A prayer for the politically persecuted" | Pastor Todd Hessel | 11. 03 .2024
Contrary to what you hear, politics do not reign supreme. Jesus does.
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Season 13
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Episode 8
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42:26
Acts "No other name" | Pastor Todd Hessel | 10.27.2024
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.
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Season 13
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Episode 7
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46:45
Acts Series: "Time of refreshing" | Message: Todd Hessel | Oct. 20, 2024
Acts Series: "Time of refreshing" | Message: Todd Hessel | Oct. 20, 2024
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Season 13
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Episode 6
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42:54
Acts " The normal Christian life" | Pastor Todd Hessel | 10.06.24
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.
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Season 13
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Episode 6
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40:48
Acts " The gospel preached" | Pastor Todd Hessel | 09.29.2024
Acts " The gospel preached" | Pastor Todd Hessel | 09.29.2024
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Season 13
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Episode 5
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43:48
Acts "Pentacost!" | Pastor Todd Hessel | 09.22.2024
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.
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Season 13
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Episode 4
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41:51
Acts "Seasons of uncertainty" | Pastor Todd Hessel | 09.15.2024
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 uncer...
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Season 13
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Episode 3
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39:44
Acts "You will be my witnesses" | Pastor Todd Hessel | 09.08.2024
Acts "You will be my witnesses" | Pastor Todd Hessel | 09.08.2024
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Season 13
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Episode 2
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42:43
Acts "To the ends of the earth" | Pastor Todd Hessel | 09.01.2024
Acts "To the ends of the earth" | Pastor Todd Hessel | 09.01.2024
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Season 13
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Episode 1
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29:30
Prayers That Transform| "The Prayer of Nehemiah" | August 8, 2024 | Chris Mavity & Todd Hessel
Prayers That Transform| "The Prayer of Nehemiah" | August 8, 2024 | Chris Mavity & Todd Hessel
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Season 13
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Episode 9
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42:43
Prayers That Transform: "Suffering & Prayer" | Curtis Carroll
Prayers That Transform: "Suffering & Prayer" | Curtis Carroll
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Season 13
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Episode 8
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35:31
Why I Believe: "Creation" | JD Abell | Ankeny Free Church
Why I Believe: "Creation" | JD Abell | Ankeny Free Church
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Season 14
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Episode 4
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42:56
Why I Believe: The Afterlife | Pastor J.D. Abell | Ankeny Free Church
Why I Believe: The Afterlife | Pastor J.D. Abell | Ankeny Free Church
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Season 14
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Episode 3
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50:05