"But to mean it when I say that I want my life to count for His glory is to drive a stake through the heart of self – a painful and determined dying to me that must be a part of every day I live." |
- ABOUT ME -Hi, my name is Nathan Jackson and I currently live in DuQuoin Illinois. I am the Youth and Worship Pastor at DuQuoin Second Baptist Church and founder of STORM ministries.
My passion lies in bridging the gap between High School and College. As a senior in high school I felt the call into the ministry but fought it. While in college I felt the call once again and accepted the position as the worship and youth leader at Du Quoin Second Baptist. After finishing my associates degree in music education I went on to receive my bachelors in Christian Ministry. It was during this time that I felt God calling me into church planting. I spent a lot of time with college students and young adults. God quickly gave me a heart for sharing the Gospel with them. There is a lack of community at the college age and this such an important time in an individuals life; we have to reach them. I was ordained as a Pastor in early 2014 and I now feel that it is truly time to step into what God has called me to do. I love music, but my true love lies in speaking and communicating the message of Jesus Christ. The Gospel is the most life altering story you will ever hear. It is a story of awakening and freedom. My favorite verse is Galatians 2:20. It says "I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me." This verse explains the gospel in the most real way. After embracing the Love and Grace of Jesus Christ you will never be the same. The Bible says you are transformed; a new Creation. As Christians we have the fire and passion of Jesus Christ living in us and we should be bursting and overflowing with the Gospel. I ask that you join me in prayer as God does an immeasurable thing in Southern Illinois, the US and the whole world. Please contact me if you are interested in joining the church planting team or reaching the local colleges. I would also love to come and speak at your church or ministry group anytime. God Bless, Nathan Jackson |