In this podcast episode, Chakari discusses the origins and dangers of pride, tracing it back to the fall of Lucifer and its corrupting influence on the hearts of men. He explains how pride—an invention of Satan—led to the confounding of language at the Tower of Babel and remains a major obstacle to faith in Christ, causing unbelief and spiritual blindness. He emphasizes the importance of humility, reliance on God’s grace, and submission to His authority, contrasting the proud with those who are ...
Jul 02, 2025•1 hr 32 min•Season 2Ep. 33
In this episode, Chakari explains the similarity between the godly and ungodly, noting that both groups are human and subject to similar emotions, struggles, and vulnerabilities. He asserts that the true distinction lies not in their status or perceived superiority over others, but in their relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ. He critiques religious elitism and man-made traditions, using as an example the historical and doctrinal errors in the Roman Catholic Church, mainly the pa...
May 23, 2025•2 hr 40 min•Season 2Ep. 32
In this podcast episode, Chakari discusses lessons for future ministers from the ministry of Ezra, a Levite and a "ready scribe" who was deeply devoted to the study and teaching of God's law. He highlights Ezra's dedication to preserving, teaching, and applying the scriptures, as well as his role in leading the people to understand and obey God's word. This message emphasizes the importance of ministers being diligent scholars of the Bible, interpreting it accurately, and using the pulpit to exa...
May 10, 2025•2 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 31
In this podcast episode, Chakari discusses how God draws people to Himself through His love and grace. He examines the idea of believers being "prisoners" of Christ's love, unable to escape His calling and captivated by His sovereignty. Chakari delves into the stories of Esther and the Israelites, drawing parallels between their experiences and the way God pursues and redeems His people, even amid captivity and exile. Key Scripture(s): I drew them with cords of a man, with bands of love: and I w...
May 04, 2025•2 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 30
In this podcast episode, Chakari delves into the concept of the "metal ox" and its association with the "daughter of Zion" (representing the people of God), and the importance of labor, threshing, and consecration. He draws parallels between the ox's roles and the responsibilities of the church, highlighting the strength, durability, and resilience required to embrace trials for spiritual growth and advance the kingdom of Christ. This episode also encourages steadfast dedication to the service o...
Apr 26, 2025•2 hr•Season 2Ep. 29
In this podcast episode, Chakari discusses the importance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ and how it represents the burial of sin and the revival of righteousness. Using Psalm 71:20, he explores the depth of the great and sore troubles caused by sin, the power of the law to reveal sin, and the transformative power of the grace and righteousness offered through Christ's death and resurrection. He emphasizes the need for unbelievers to awaken to the truth and experience the revival and restora...
Apr 19, 2025•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 28
In this podcast episode, Chakari explores repentance as a divine gift granted through Jesus Christ. He describes it as a deep internal transformation of the heart and mind, brought about by the renewing work of the Holy Ghost. He explains the two types of sorrow - godly sorrow and worldly sorrow, and how godly sorrow leads to repentance that results in salvation, while worldly sorrow leads to destruction. He underscores that repentance is not optional but a commandment necessary to escape the wr...
Apr 10, 2025•1 hr 43 min•Season 2Ep. 27
This podcast episode discusses the importance of the "new wine" of the Holy Ghost, contrasting it with the "old wine" of the law and worldly pleasures. It emphasizes that the new covenant of grace cannot be contained within the old rigid structures of the Mosaic law. Chakari also warns against the dangers of the "vine of Sodom" and the consequences of rejecting the gospel message for earthly comforts rather than abiding in Christ, the true vine, to bear fruit and experience the joy and satisfact...
Mar 21, 2025•2 hr•Season 2Ep. 26
In this extensive discussion on the King-Priest Ethos podcast, Chakari emphasizes that true baptism is not an act of immersion in water but a transformative spiritual experience that connects believers to the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. This baptism is an immersive experience that aligns believers with Christ’s death and resurrection, ultimately leading to a change in their lives. Chakari advocates that the Holy Spirit’s work is essential for genuine salvation, repentance, and a new iden...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 25
In this episode of the King-Priest Ethos podcast, Chakari explores the concept of baptism, distinguishing between water baptism and the baptism of the Holy Spirit. He argues, based on Ephesians 4:5, that there's only one baptism—the baptism of the Holy Ghost, not physical immersion in water. Chakari uses scriptures, including John 7:37-39 and John 4, to illustrate how the Spirit, symbolized as "living water," represents the life-giving power that believers receive upon faith in Christ. Key Scrip...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 24
In this episode, Cush Chakari discusses the concept of "saved unbelievers" - how everyone in the world has been saved from sin and death through the work of Jesus Christ, but not everyone will have eternal life. He draws parallels between the Israelites' deliverance from Egypt and the world's deliverance from sin, showing how the Israelites were saved but many still perished in the wilderness due to their unbelief. This podcast episode emphasizes that while salvation is available to all, it is o...
Feb 22, 2025•1 hr 37 min•Season 2Ep. 23
In this podcast, Chakari explores the importance of brotherly love and unity among believers. He discusses the Greek word "adelphotes," which signifies the fraternal bond, support, and care within the body of Christ. Underlining the early church's example of sharing resources and meeting one another's needs in the book of Acts, the episode stresses how the church functions as a fraternity, where all members support each other spiritually, physically, and materially, regardless of background or s...
Feb 09, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 22
The podcast explores the mystery of the kingdom of God, emphasizing its hidden nature and how it is revealed through Jesus Christ's teachings. It covers key topics such as parables, the prophecy of Isaiah, and the role of conversion and forgiveness of sins. The kingdom of God, intertwined with the kingdom of heaven, can only be understood through divine revelation, granted through the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, the parables and mysteries serve to lead people toward repentance and the acceptance of...
Feb 05, 2025•2 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 21
In this podcast episode, Chakari discusses the life of Paul, who was transformed from the "chief of sinners" to a renowned saint and apostle of Jesus Christ. He highlights Paul's background as a zealous Pharisee who persecuted the early church, and how he encountered the risen Christ on the road to Damascus, leading to his conversion. He emphasizes that it was not Paul's violent actions against the church that made him the "chief of sinners," but rather his sense of self-righteousness and his re...
Dec 28, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 20
In this episode, host Cush Chakari delivers a Christmas message centered on the spiritual significance of Christ’s birth. Using biblical passages, he recounts the story of Jesus’ birth and addresses concerns about Christmas’ pagan origins. Chakari emphasizes that, despite the historical roots of some traditions, the heart of the celebration lies in honoring Jesus as the savior of humanity. He encourages believers to celebrate with joy and gratitude, focusing on the centrality of Christ in Christ...
Dec 25, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 19
This podcast episode explores the concept of life after death, presenting death as a state of sleep, where the body returns to dust and the spirit returns to God. He references the resurrection of the dead, with some awakening to eternal life and others to shame and everlasting contempt. For believers, the promise of eternal life is emphasized, stating that those who "sleep in Jesus" will be resurrected to live with Him forever. In contrast, unbelievers will face eternal condemnation in a fiery,...
Dec 21, 2024•1 hr 54 min•Season 2Ep. 18
This podcast episode explores the concept of the kingdom of God through the metaphor of leaven, as discussed in Galatians 5:9, where a small amount of leaven affects the whole lump. Leaven is traditionally seen as a symbol of contamination or corruption, but Jesus reinterprets it as the kingdom of God, which should transform the world rather than be corrupted by it. The story of King Josiah & Achan is used to illustrate how Christ's sacrifice, like a reformer, cleanses the world from sin. Ul...
Dec 18, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 17
In this episode, Chakari discusses the attire of God's elect, focusing on the spiritual garments that believers should put on, such as compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, forgiveness, and love. It emphasizes that these virtues are not just outward behaviors but reflect the deep transformation that occurs when one becomes part of God's chosen people. The podcast also explores the concepts of election, predestination, and the importance of making one's calling and election sure, ...
Dec 11, 2024•1 hr 31 min•Season 2Ep. 16
In today's podcast episode, Cush explores the concept of "strangers and pilgrims" concerning the Israelites and the land of Canaan. He highlights how God promised this land to Abraham and his descendants, but they were to remain separate from the Canaanites' cursed practices and idolatry. The Israelites, though living in Canaan, were considered "strangers and sojourners" as the land ultimately belonged to God. This status emphasized their faith and obedience, as they were not to adopt the custom...
Nov 30, 2024•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 15
The podcast episode discusses the concept of godliness as a profitable investment and that it’s a promise for the present life and life to come. He emphasizes that godliness is not religious acts, but rather a way of living that integrates reverence for the Holy One with moral and ethical conduct. He explains that godliness is a reflection of the inner character and a deep personal relationship with the Lord Jesus. Chakari addresses the distinction between "theosebeia" (reverence for God) and "e...
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 47 min•Season 2Ep. 14
In this episode, Cush highlights the spiritual significance of Bethel, where Jacob had a divine vision, but over time, it became corrupted, referred to as the "King's Chapel" by the false priest Amaziah. It discusses how King Jeroboam's establishment of golden calves in Bethel led Israel into idolatry, paralleling the sins of other leaders. The concepts of the plumb line and cherubim are explored, symbolizing God's righteousness and wisdom. The podcast also connects the Holy Spirit’s power to th...
Nov 23, 2024•1 hr 49 min•Season 2Ep. 13
This podcast episode discusses that the gospel of Christ is the powerful force of God's salvation, offering miraculous transformation through His grace. This grace, given by God's dynamic power, not only saves but teaches believers to live righteously. The gospel of the kingdom extends God's heavenly influence on earth, making us citizens of His kingdom, where our behavior should reflect heaven's culture. Through the cross, we are justified, reconciled to God, and united as one body in Christ. K...
Nov 20, 2024•1 hr 44 min•Season 2Ep. 12
This podcast episode explores how a "perfected and equipped" man or woman of God is complete, fully developed, and thoroughly prepared for every good work through knowledge of the Scriptures. Such individuals avoid the pitfalls of the love of money, which can lead to temptation, destruction, and a departure from the faith, instead pursuing righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, and meekness. True men and women of God are grounded in the Bible, using it for guidance, correction, and ins...
Nov 13, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 11
The podcast, based on Jeremiah 18, explores God’s call for Israel to repent and return to His ways, likening their abandonment of heaven’s guidance for vanity to neglecting Lebanon’s nourishing snow. Through metaphors of snow and cold waters, it highlights the life-giving nature of God’s word and warns against the dangers of worldly desires. He urges those to fully embrace the gospel, emphasizing that spiritual renewal and fulfillment come from aligning with God’s righteousness. Key Scripture(s)...
Nov 09, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Halloween has deep roots in Celtic Pagan rituals, particularly the festival of Samhain, which marked the end of the harvest season. While the Catholic Church sought to Christianize the celebration by introducing All Saints' Day, many ancient customs persisted, especially after Irish immigrants brought traditions like pumpkin carving and trick-or-treating to America. Over time, Halloween evolved from its religious origins into a commercialized holiday associated with costumes, pranks, and a somet...
Oct 30, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 9
This podcast episode emphasizes that wisdom and understanding, grounded in a relationship with God, hold greater value than material wealth, often represented by precious metals like gold and silver. It argues that genuine happiness and richness come from the pursuit of wisdom, which is refined through life’s trials. Ultimately, Christ is depicted as the true source of wealth for believers, offering spiritual riches and redemption that far surpass earthly possessions. Key Scripture(s): Acquaint ...
Oct 23, 2024•1 hr 32 min•Season 2Ep. 8
This podcast episode discusses how The Word of God is described as alive, powerful, and capable of discerning human intentions, illustrated through examples like Solomon’s wisdom and Ehud’s deliverance of Israel. He emphasizes that spiritual battles are fought not against people but against wickedness, with heavenly intervention bringing deliverance and victory. The church are called to engage with the Word actively, using it for discernment, truth, and righteousness in overcoming life’s challen...
Oct 16, 2024•1 hr 36 min•Season 2Ep. 7
This episode discusses "evening wolves", with Acts 20:29-30 cautioning about false teachers and "grievous wolves" that arise within the church to deceive and destroy. These wolves are likened to historical examples, such as the rebellion of Korah and the Chaldeans in Habakkuk, who embody cruelty, greed, and spiritual rebellion. The podcast emphasizes the importance of discernment to distinguish between true shepherds, who care for the flock, and hirelings of false prophets, who are driven by gre...
Oct 12, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode of the King-Priest Ethos podcast, host Cush Chakari discusses the concept of the "banqueting house" from the Song of Solomon, and its spiritual significance. It explains how the banqueting house represents a place of intoxication, celebration, and overwhelming passion, with the banner over it being the love of God. He then breaks down the various elements of the passage, such as being "stayed with flagons," "comforted with apples," and becoming "sick of love," to illustrate how t...
Oct 09, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 5
This podcast discusses the importance of being a "shining luminary" or a light-bearer in this world. It examines the biblical concept of the church being the "light of the world" and how they are called to shine their light and not fellowship with the "unfruitful works of darkness." The episode emphasizes the need for believers to reprove and correct others gently while avoiding gossiping about their secret evil. Instead, the focus should be on reflecting the light of Christ and leading others o...
Sep 28, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 4
