Welcome to the Amen Podcast, where we believe that the gospel changes everything. Today's message explores Matthew 22:41-46, where Jesus challenges the Pharisees with a profound question about his identity. Scripture Reading: Matthew 22:41-46 Now, while the Pharisees were gathered together, Jesus, asked them a question, saying, "What do you think about the Christ? Whose son is he?" They said to him, "The Son of David." He said to them, "How is it then, that David in the spirit calls him Lord, sa...
Mar 15, 2025•46 min
Two Spirits: Welcome to this week's sermon podcast! Today, we're exploring a powerful message about the two competing spiritual influences in our lives and how we can walk in the power of God's Spirit. Episode Overview In this episode, we'll examine the stark contrast between living by the Spirit of God versus the spirit of the world, using the dramatic story of Samson as our case study. Key Scripture * 1 Corinthians 2:10-13 * Judges 16:1-30 * Romans 8:11 * John 20:22 * Luke 23:46 Sermon Outline...
Mar 13, 2025•35 min
Introduction * Christianity is more than just feelings or Sunday experiences * The Greek word for "breath" and "spirit" (pneuma) is the same word * The connection between breath, life, and the Spirit of God The Spirit Gives Us Access to the Mind of God * 1 Corinthians 2:10-13 - The Spirit searches the depths of God * Just as our breath enters our brain before we speak, God's Spirit knows His thoughts * Through the Spirit, believers have special access to God's wisdom The Story of Joseph: Dreams ...
Mar 11, 2025•45 min
AMENPODCAST.COM Matthew 22:34-40 Bible Study From the Amen Podcast with Alex and Lokalani Scripture Reading But when the Pharisees heard that he had silenced the Sadducees, they gathered together and one of them, a lawyer, asked him a question to test him. "Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the law?" And he said to him, "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment. And a second is like it:...
Mar 09, 2025•43 min
In this episode, Alex discusses the importance of family togetherness and the Fourth and Fifth Commandments from his backyard gym. He shares how House Church began with the vision of families worshiping together rather than being separated into different rooms. He explains the three aspects of Sabbath: rhythm (establishing healthy patterns), rejuvenation (spiritual and physical restoration), and rest (embracing God's grace without working for salvation). Alex connects the Sabbath to the commandm...
Mar 07, 2025•13 min
In a world that constantly pulls us toward immediate gratification and worldly success, we often forget a profound biblical truth: for those who love God, the best is yet to come. A Wisdom the World Doesn't Understand Recently, I was reflecting on Paul's words in 1 Corinthians 2:8-9: "None of the rulers of this age knew this wisdom because if they had known it, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. But it is written: What no eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no human heart has conce...
Mar 05, 2025•31 min
Continuing our series on Matthew 22 amenpodcast.com When Religious Critics Attack In our ongoing exploration of Matthew 22, we encounter Jesus facing his second challenge of the day. After silencing the Pharisees, Jesus now confronts the Sadducees, who approach Him with skepticism and mockery about the resurrection. The passage (Matthew 22:23-34) reveals how Jesus masterfully responds to those who attempt to trap Him with theological questions. This interaction provides powerful lessons for beli...
Mar 02, 2025•40 min
amenpodcast.com As I sat in the quiet of early morning, a conviction settled over me. In our fast-paced, entertainment-saturated world, how often do we truly put God first? When my wife and I lived in California before returning to Kauai, we intentionally kept television out of our bedroom. This simple choice led us to earlier bedtimes and earlier mornings—and surprisingly, a deeper connection with God. It wasn't about the schedule itself, but where we placed our priorities. The First Three Comm...
Feb 28, 2025•10 min
amenpodcast.com Introduction: The Two Ages in Scripture Throughout the Bible, we see a consistent theme of two distinct ages: * The Present Age - characterized by rebellion, sin, and death * The Age to Come - characterized by God's rule and righteousness As Christians, we live in the tension between these two ages. Christ's death and resurrection have ushered in the age to come, yet we still experience the realities of the present age. Key Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-7 "We do, however, speak a ...
Feb 26, 2025•41 min
By Alex and Lokelani Welcome to our Substack! As promised, we're providing deeper content to complement Amen podcast. This is the third and final part of our series examining Matthew 22:15-22, the famous passage about paying taxes to Caesar. The Scripture Then the Pharisees went and plotted how to entangle him in his words, and they sent their disciples to him along with the Herodians, saying, "Teacher, we know that you are true and teach the way of God truthfully, and you do not care about anyo...
Feb 23, 2025•39 min
By Alex Wilson When I was 17, my parents gave me my dad's 1997 Chevy Silverado. The truck was almost completely made of steel, and their thinking was simple: if Alex gets into an accident, he has a better chance of walking away because of how tough this truck is. They were right – I did get into a wreck, and I walked away from it. I even went to school that day. This gift was meant to protect me, to help me flourish, to get me safely to school and football practice. It was given so I might live ...
Feb 21, 2025•9 min
From Persuasion to Power: Learning to Trust God's Strength In a recent sermon from House Church's Corinthians series, Pastor Alex explores 1 Corinthians 2:3-5, unpacking Paul's approach to ministry and what it teaches us about authentic faith. The Power of Weakness The passage reads: "I came to you in weakness and fear and in much trembling. My speech and my preaching were not with persuasive words of wisdom, but with the demonstration of the Spirit's power, so that your faith might not be based...
Feb 19, 2025•36 min
In our latest episode of the Amen podcast, we explored a profound truth from Matthew 22:15-22 – the story of Jesus and the denarius. While this passage is often discussed in terms of taxes and civic duty, there's a deeper message about finding true contentment and joy in God. The Missing Denarius One detail that often gets overlooked is that Jesus didn't have a denarius when asked about taxes. He had to request one from his challengers. This wasn't because He was making a statement against money...
Feb 16, 2025•38 min
In honor of Valentine's Day, let's explore a profound question from the Christian catechism: What does God's law require? The answer lies in two simple yet powerful commandments, but first, let me share a timely story about the real Saint Valentine. The True Story of Saint Valentine In the third century, during the reign of Emperor Claudius, a priest named Valentine took a bold stand for love. While Claudius was sending young men to die in meaningless wars, Valentine secretly married Christian c...
Feb 13, 2025•16 min
How to Remain Loyal to God. amenpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amenpodcast.substack.com
Feb 12, 2025•23 min
In Matthew 22:15-22, we find one of Jesus's most famous responses to his critics. While many know this passage as simply being about "rendering unto Caesar," there's a deeper wisdom here about how we should live as Christians. The Setup: A Careful Trap The scene opens with the Pharisees plotting to "entangle" Jesus in his words. They send their disciples along with the Herodians—an unlikely alliance of religious purists and political supporters of Rome—to trap Jesus with what seems like an impos...
Feb 09, 2025•43 min
catechism question #6. amenpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amenpodcast.substack.com
Feb 07, 2025•11 min
Here's a podcast description: Alex Wilson delivers a sermon from his garage church in Kauai, Hawaii, exploring the biblical theme of how God chooses the unlikely to accomplish His purposes. Drawing from 1 Corinthians and the story of Mordecai and Haman from the Book of Esther, Wilson illustrates how God often uses those the world considers weak or foolish to demonstrate His wisdom and power. The message emphasizes that Christians don't need to prove themselves because they're already approved by...
Feb 05, 2025•18 min
Which are you wearing? Part 2 of the Parable of the Wedding Feast. Matthew 22:11-14. AmenPodcast.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amenpodcast.substack.com
Feb 02, 2025•40 min
Catechism #5 In this episode, the Alex explores the concept of having a 'chill faith' through the biblical story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from Daniel 3. Using their calm response to being threatened with death in a fiery furnace, he explains how true spiritual peace comes from three key elements: seeing creation as a glimpse of God's nature, finding rest in God's sustaining power, and experiencing regeneration through Christ. Drawing connections between ancient scripture and modern cul...
Jan 31, 2025•14 min
From a house church in Kauai, Hawaii, Pastor Alex Wilson unpacks 1 Corinthians 1:26 and the powerful parable of the Wedding Feast. Through engaging storytelling and biblical insight, he explores what it means to truly consider our calling as Christians. This thought-provoking message challenges us to examine our spiritual pride, remember where we came from, and embrace the transformative invitation God extends to all of us. Whether you're a long-time believer or simply curious about faith, this ...
Jan 29, 2025•24 min
part 1 of the parable of the wedding feast. in matthew 22:1-10. amenpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amenpodcast.substack.com
Jan 26, 2025•47 min
Why did God make you? A simple parking lot dispute reveals a profound truth - we're all made in God's image. In this episode of the Alex Wilson Podcast, we explore Question #4 from our catechism study: "How and Why Did God Create Us?" Through Genesis 1:27 and the concept of "imago dei," discover how understanding our divine purpose transforms how we see ourselves and treat others. Learn practical ways to live out this truth and why glorifying God means recognizing His image in everyone we meet. ...
Jan 24, 2025•5 min
How God's Folly Outsmarts the World's Wisdom 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 18 For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 19 For it is written, “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and the discernment of the discerning I will thwart.” 20 Where is the one who is wise? Where is the scribe? Where is the debater of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world? 21 For since, in the wisdom of God, the world did not know ...
Jan 22, 2025•31 min
How to stop tripping over yourself and Jesus's work. Matthew 21:33-46. amenpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amenpodcast.substack.com
Jan 20, 2025•47 min
understanding the trinity. part 3 of catechism. amenpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amenpodcast.substack.com
Jan 17, 2025•14 min
Finding unity in Christ amongst Christians. 1 Corinthians 1:10-17. amenpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amenpodcast.substack.com
Jan 16, 2025•43 min
Matthew 21:28-32. amenpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amenpodcast.substack.com
Jan 13, 2025•44 min
question 2 of our catechism journey . https://newcitycatechism.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amenpodcast.substack.com
Jan 10, 2025•19 min
1 Corinthians 1:10-17. AmenPodcast.com/Donate This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amenpodcast.substack.com
Jan 08, 2025•40 min
