Tony Jackson Ministries: July 2009

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Changing Your Mindset (click here to download podcast)

Admittedly many of us are stuck in same old routine and habits even though we may want to break our own self destructive behavior. Whether this describes you or you just want to improve on what is already a great life, the change begins with your mindset. In this final sermon of the mindset series, we study the conversion of Paul and how he had a drastic change in mindset.

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

A Growth Mindset (click here to download podcast)

In this week's sermon, we shifted focus from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset. People with a growth mindset thrive on stretching themselves and sticking to it especially when things are not going well. You'll find our study of a growth mindset extremely encouraging as we focus on the call of Isaiah.

Friday, July 17, 2009

Characteristics of a fixed mindset

So many of us have a fixed mind. We are even closed minded about our own abilities. In sermon, I gave some of characteristics of a fixed mindset. We also studied, Moses and how his mind was closed to what God had for him, but once he trusted God he led the people of God out of captivity.

The Power of Mindset (click here to download podcast)

We began a new series "mindset" on July 5th. The Bible clearly states the importance of our mind. The way we think impacts every aspect of our lives. I think you will enjoy this kick off sermon to the series.

Round 4 - Jesus vs Satan (click here to download podcast)

This was an exciting conclusion to our Ultimate Fight series. Round 4 featured Jesus vs Satan as described in the book of Revelations. It also featured the "Everything" skit done the Mime Ministry. DVD's will be available at the welcome table at service on Sunday.

Tony's Bio

Tony Jackson was born in Muskegon, Michigan, and moved to Jackson, Michigan upon his graduation from Western Michigan University in 1990. While at WMU, he met the former Alisa Suddeth who he married in 1992. Tony is a devoted husband and father of four, Shakia, Adrienne, Tony II, and Christopher.

In May of 1995, Tony accepted Christ as his personal Lord and Savior, and united with Second Missionary Baptist Church under the pastoral care of Rev. A. P. Williams. Tony immediately began working in the church serving as a Trustee and Treasurer until he accepted God’s call into the ministry. In March of 2002, Tony was licensed as a Gospel Minister. He was ordained three years later in March of 2005. Tony continued to serve as an Associate Minster under the guidance and mentorship of Pastor Williams.

During his tenure as an Associate Minister, Tony has served in various capacities within the ministry including teaching the Young Adult Sunday School as well as performing the duties of Sunday School Superintendent and Director of Christian Education. The Lord has given Tony a passion for sharing the gospel with the youth. Under the direction of the Holy Spirit and Pastor Williams, Tony was instrumental in starting the Extreme Church Youth Ministry at Second Missionary Baptist Church as well as Men Helping Men’s Ministry.

After much deliberation and prayer, Tony accepted the Lord’s call to launch a new multi-cultural, purpose driven church in Jackson. After receiving the blessing of Pastor Williams, he began organizing Crossroads Christian Center in February, 2008.

Tony is currently working towards a Master’s and Doctorate of Ministry Degrees at Andersonville Theological Seminary. He is also the owner of a State Farm Insurance Agency, where he has been blessed to be among the top agencies in the nation.