Amen Podcast

God Is Doing Something NEW in Your Life (Isaiah 43:19)What if the "new thing" God wants to do in your life isn't actually new to Him at all? In this New Year message from Isaiah 43:19, we explore how God's salvation isn't just a past event - it's springing forth right now in your life. Just like He delivered Israel from Babylon, He's delivering you from your own captivity today.We break down what it means that God is a river in your wasteland and a roadway through your wilderness. If you're facing chaos or lifelessness in any area of your life, this message will give you courage to embrace the change that comes with God's new work in you.The resurrection proves God will never change how He feels about you - which means you can face anything new with confidence. Whether it's a new job, relationship, or season of life, you can step into it knowing the same living water that raised Christ from the dead is flowing through you right now.Support our ministry at amenpodcast.com Venmo: amenpodcast Cash App: amenalex

Ever wondered why Paul and Silas were singing in prison at midnight? 🎵In this special Christmas episode recorded live at House Church, we dive into Acts 16 and discover the real power behind worship—it’s not about the words we sing, but WHO we’re singing to.When you’re wrongfully accused, mistreated, or stuck in a situation you didn’t create, what’s your first response? Payback or praise? Paul and Silas chose praise, and it literally shook the prison walls.This message will challenge you to: ✨ Understand the true source of power in worship ✨ Choose praise over payback when you’re persecuted ✨ Sing through your problems—even when it looks crazyKey Takeaway: True praise comes from a changed perspective. Jesus took our prison on the cross to set us free. When you remember that, no earthly chain can really hold you.After the Amen Question: What problems in your life do you need to sing through?💝 SUPPORT THIS MINISTRY: We’re sponsorship-free and rely on your donations Give at: amenpodcast.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly biblical teaching aimed at young adult Christians!#ChristianPodcast #WorshipPower #ActsChapter16 #BiblicalTeaching #PaulAndSilas #ChristmasPodcast Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

That feeling when something small seems like no big deal? Like skipping your quiet time just this once, or that harmless compromise you keep making?In this episode, I’m preaching through Matthew 27:1-10, examining how Judas’s betrayal of Jesus didn’t start with thirty pieces of silver—it started way smaller than that. Just like American Airlines Flight 191 didn’t crash because of one catastrophic failure, but because of one tiny bolt that nobody checked.Here’s the beautiful truth: if small compromises lead to big consequences, then small acts of faithfulness lead to big kingdom impact. Jesus himself only ministered for three years within a thirty mile radius of his hometown, yet his obedience brought salvation to the world.What you’ll learn:* The difference between remorse and repentance (and why it matters)* How the Sanhedrin’s “small” unfaithfulness led to catastrophic consequences* Why the ordinary, mundane things in your life matter more than you think* Practical steps to check the “bolts” in your life before they lead to disasterKey Question: What is the bolt you need to check today?📖 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Matthew 27:1-10💬 CONNECT WITH US:* Website: amenpodcast.com* Support the podcast: amenpodcast.com/donate* Venmo: @amenpodcast* Cash App: $amenalex🎙️ ABOUT AMEN PODCAST: Join Pastor Alex and Lokelani as they dive deep into Scripture with practical, biblical teaching for young adult Christians. We’re a 501(c)3 ministry based in Kauai, Hawaii, committed to expository preaching without sponsorships or fluff—just the Word of God applied to everyday life.If this message helped you, please like, subscribe, and share with a friend who needs to hear it!#ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #Matthew27 #Faithfulness #ChristianLiving #Discipleship Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

The Rich Young Ruler: What Are You Holding Onto?We all have something we’re clutching that we don’t want to let go of. In this episode, we break down the story of the rich young ruler from Mark 10 and explore what it really means to surrender to Christ.A young man runs to Jesus asking, “What must I do to inherit eternal life?” He’s moral, religious, and doing everything right. But Jesus looks at him with love and puts his finger on the one thing standing between him and the kingdom—his wealth. The man walks away sad.Using the illustration of a monkey trap, we unpack how we’re just like this young ruler. We hold onto things (wealth, status, comfort, acceptance, desire) thinking they’ll save us, when Jesus is calling us to simply let go and experience the freedom that’s already ours in Him.Key Points:* Why Jesus challenges our self-righteousness* The one thing we all lack: faith* How idols are good things that become ultimate things* Why surrender is easier when we see what Christ did for us* What it means that eternal life starts now, not laterThis isn’t just about rich people—it’s about all of us and what we’re trusting in for salvation, security, and satisfaction.After the Amen segment: We share what we’re personally holding onto and challenge you to identify yours.💬 COMMENT BELOW: What is something you’re holding onto that you need to surrender?Support this ministry: amenpodcast.comVenmo: @amenpodcast | Cash App: $amenalex Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Here’s a simple podcast description:Why We Deny Jesus (And How to Stop) | Matthew 26:69-75Peter denied Jesus three times in one night. A teenager cursed Jesus for $1,000. And if we’re honest, we deny Him too—for a smile, for acceptance, for FOMO, or just to fit in.In this episode, we break down Matthew 26:69-75 and uncover three things: why we deny Jesus, the problem it creates (self-deception), and how to stop.The truth is, when you deny Him, you’re not fooling anyone but yourself. Your new identity in Christ will always show—just like Peter’s accent gave him away that night.But here’s the good news: God’s grip on you is infinitely stronger than your grip on Him. When you fall, you grieve with hope, knowing nothing can separate you from His love.Let’s stop blending in with the world and start living like heaven is our homeamenpodcast.com Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

In this message, we explore one of the most powerful moments in Scripture: Jesus standing before His accusers in complete silence. While false witnesses lied about Him, while they spit on Him and beat Him, Jesus said nothing. His silence wasn’t weakness—it was strength, trust, and love.We live in a world that tells us to defend ourselves, to speak up, to fight back. But what if God is calling you to be still? What if the most powerful thing you could do right now is trust Him to fight for you?In this episode, we unpack Matthew 26:57-67 and discover why Jesus was silent, why being still is so hard for us, and how we can find the power to be still in our own lives. From the Israelites at the Red Sea to Jesus before the Sanhedrin, we see a consistent theme: the Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.This message will challenge you to examine your own heart. When are you speaking when you should be still? What are you trying to control that you need to surrender? And how can you find healing by letting go and trusting God’s timing?Join us as we learn what it means to truly be still and know that He is God.Support the Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.com Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Ever wondered what Jesus was really facing in the Garden of Gethsemane? It wasn’t just death—it was something infinitely heavier. In this powerful Bible study, we walk through Matthew 26:36-56, exploring Jesus’s darkest hour and the moment Judas betrayed him with a kiss.What You’ll Discover:* Why Jesus sweat drops of blood in the garden (and what that reveals about his humanity)* The real meaning of “the cup” Jesus was about to drink* How to actually fight temptation (watch AND pray—not just one or the other)* Why Judas’s greeting was one of the most disrespectful acts in history* What “speaking the truth in love” really means (and how it gets weaponized)* Why Jesus didn’t call down 12 legions of angels to save himselfThis Episode Addresses:* The false teaching that Jesus didn’t have a real body* Why your resolutions aren’t enough to keep you from falling away* How Jesus empathizes with every weakness you face* The weight of what Christ actually suffered for you* Why the Garden of Gethsemane is called “the garden of crushing”Support Amen Podcast: We’re 100% ad-free and sponsorship-free, running entirely on your generous donations. With Giving Tuesday coming up on December 2nd, please consider supporting our ministry:* Website: amenpodcast.com* Ways to Help Us Grow: 👍 Press the like button 📤 Share with a friend or family group chat ⭐ Leave a rating and review on Spotify and Apple PodcastsConnect With Us:* Website: amenpodcast.com* Location: Kauai, Hawaii* House Church meets in our garage - come as you are!This isn’t just another sermon—it’s an intimate Bible study between a husband and wife that will challenge how you think about obedience, surrender, and what Jesus truly accomplished for you in the garden.If you’ve ever felt like your faith runs out when times get hard, or if you’ve struggled to understand what the cross really cost Jesus, this episode is for you.Discussion Question: What stood out to you most from this passage? Drop your “amen” in the comments below! 👇 Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

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*CORRECTION: HALLEL 113-118, NOT 116-118.*Ever thought you’d never betray Jesus? Peter thought the same thing. In this episode, we dive into one of the heaviest passages in Scripture—Judas’s betrayal, Peter’s denial, and the Last Supper. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: we’re all Judas. We all betray Jesus for way less than 30 pieces of silver.From understanding the true meaning of the Lord’s Supper to wrestling with why Jesus’s blood wasn’t shed in vain, this message will challenge how you see your own faithfulness to Christ. We also unpack particular redemption, God’s sovereignty, and the security we have as believers.In This Episode:* The real reason Judas betrayed Jesus (and why we do it too)* What the Last Supper actually means (it’s not transubstantiation)* Why Peter denied Jesus four times, not three* How small betrayals lead to bigger ones* The security of Jesus’s finished work on the crossChapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:34 - The Context: Passover Week 4:10 - Judas’s Betrayal & What We Betray Jesus For 9:03 - Preparing for the Last Supper 11:00 - “One of You Will Betray Me” 15:25 - The Difference Between Lord and Rabbi 17:12 - The Last Supper Explained (Not Transubstantiation) 23:31 - The Hillel: What Jesus and the Disciples Sang 26:31 - Peter’s Denial (Actually Four Times) 30:31 - Particular Redemption: Jesus’s Blood Wasn’t Spilled in Vain 35:38 - After the Amen: Where Have You Betrayed Jesus?Connect With Us: 🌐 Website: amenpodcast.com 💰 Support: amenpodcast.com/donate 💵 Venmo: @amenpodcast 💵 Cash App: $amenalexLet’s Stay Connected: 📸 Instagram: @amenpodcast 🎵 TikTok: @amenpodcastIf this episode challenged you, hit subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss our biblical teaching. And if you’ve been with us for a while, leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts helps more people discover content that points them closer to Jesus.#BibleStudy #Matthew26 #LastSupper #Christianity #Reformed #Gospel #Jesus Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

What does it look like to worship Jesus when everyone around you thinks you’re wasting your time?In Matthew 26:1-13, we see two opposite responses to Jesus. Religious leaders plot His death in secret, thinking they’re in control. But Jesus knows exactly when He’ll die—on Passover, according to the Father’s plan. Then there’s Mary, who pours out expensive perfume on Jesus in extravagant worship. The disciples call it wasteful. Jesus calls it beautiful.Mary’s name means three things: rebellious, bitter, and beloved. And if we’re going to follow Christ, we need to be like Mary—rebelling against evil, making people bitter with our worship, and knowing we’re deeply loved by God.In this episode, we break down:* Why Jesus was in control even when His enemies thought they had the upper hand* What Mary’s extravagant worship teaches us about loving Jesus* How to keep worshiping even when people around you don’t understand* The connection between knowing you’re beloved and living boldly for ChristIf you’re facing opposition, persecution, or people who think your faith is “too much,” this message is for you.💬 AFTER THE AMEN QUESTION: Where do you need to be more like Mary?Drop your answer in the comments below!🙏 SUPPORT AMEN PODCAST: This podcast is 100% donor-supported. If you’d like to help us keep preaching the gospel with simple application, you can give at:* Website: amenpodcast.com/donate* Venmo: @amenpodcast* Cash App: $amenalex📱 CONNECT WITH US:* Instagram: @amenpodcast* Website: amenpodcast.com📖 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Matthew 26:1-13 (LSB)If this episode encouraged you, hit that subscribe button and give us a thumbs up! It helps more people discover Amen Podcast.Go out and be the church! ✌️#ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #Matthew26 #Worship #ChristianYouth #Gospel #Jesus #Faith #ChurchLife #BibleTeaching Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Don’t Hide What God Gave YouWhat happens when fear makes you bury the gifts God gave you? In this episode, we break down Jesus’ Parable of the Talents and why faithfulness—not perfection—is what matters to God.We’re diving into the fourth of Jesus’ five parables about His second coming, and this one hits different. It’s about a master who entrusts his servants with investments before going on a journey. Two servants double what they’re given. One servant? He digs a hole and hides it out of fear.Jesus isn’t calling you to be perfect. He’s calling you to be faithful with what He’s given you—whether that’s hospitality, preaching, serving, or loving the people everyone else ignores. This parable shows us that slothfulness isn’t just laziness—it’s spiritual passivity. It’s wanting God without the work. It’s playing it safe when Christ never called us to be safe.In this episode:* Why faithfulness matters more than the size of your gift* What it means to be a “good and faithful slave”* How fear and passivity can bury your God-given talents* Why Jesus took the place of the “worthless slave” on the cross* How to identify and invest the gifts God has given YOUAfter the Amen Question: What are the talents God has given you that you need to be more responsible with?📍 Visiting Kauai? We’d love to have you at House Church! Text us at (808) 634-5422 for the address.💬 Join the conversation: Follow us on Instagram and join our Amen Broadcast channel for group discussions and updates!💰 Support the podcast: Visit AmenPodcast.com or give via Venmo (@amenpodcast) or Cash App ($amenalex)Connect with us: 🎙 Website: AmenPodcast.com 📱 Instagram: @AmenPodcast ⛪️ House Church meets in our garage in Kauai, Hawaii Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

The Parable of the Ten Virgins: Are You Ready for Jesus’ Return? | Matthew 25:1-13What if you looked ready for Jesus’ return but weren’t actually prepared? In this powerful third episode of our Parousia Parables series, we dive deep into one of Jesus’ most sobering warnings about His second coming.The parable of the ten virgins isn’t just about waiting—it’s about being ready. Five were wise, five were foolish, and the difference came down to something that couldn’t be borrowed: oil. Join us as we unpack what this oil represents, why some believers won’t be ready when Jesus returns, and most importantly, how YOU can be prepared.In This Episode: ✓ What the oil in the parable really represents ✓ Why looking like a Christian doesn’t make you one ✓ The shocking reality that some things can’t be borrowed ✓ How to truly be ready for Christ’s return ✓ The beautiful power of repentance in the Christian lifeThis isn’t about living in fear—it’s about running into the arms of a Savior who loves you so much He took your place. Don’t miss the party when the Bridegroom comes.AFTER THE AMEN: We end with a powerful question: Are you ready? Plus a discussion on why repentance shouldn’t be a scary word but a beautiful reality in every believer’s life.SUPPORT THE PODCAST: Venmo: @amenpodcast Cash App: $amenalex Website: amenpodcast.comVISIT US: House Church Kauai Website: housechurchkauai.com DM us on Instagram for our contact info!📍 Broadcasting from the beautiful island of Kauai, Hawaii Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

What happens when church leaders abuse their power? More importantly—what does Jesus expect from ALL of us when He returns?In this episode, we break down Matthew 24:45-51, where Jesus gives a serious warning about faithful stewardship. This isn’t just for pastors—it’s for anyone trying to live for Christ in their 20s and figure out what God has entrusted to them.We talk about: ✓ Why bad church leadership hurts so much (and what Jesus says about it) ✓ The real problem with waiting for Jesus to come back ✓ What it means to be a faithful steward of your time, talents, and treasures ✓ How integrity and hard work connect to eternal rewards ✓ Why Jesus took our punishment so we could receive His rewardThe bottom line: Jesus is coming back, and when He does, He’s going to find us either faithfully stewarding what He’s given us—or not. The question is, which one will you be?SUPPORT THE PODCAST: 💰 Donate: amenpodcast.com/donate 💸 Venmo: @amenpodcast 💵 Cash App: $amenalexYour support keeps these episodes ad-free and helps us continue producing content every week!CONNECT WITH US: 🌐 Website: amenpodcast.com 📍 Location: Kauai, Hawaii ⛪ Church: House Church (meets in our garage!) Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Are you truly expecting Jesus to return, or have you gotten too comfortable in this world?In this powerful message, Pastor Alex breaks down Jesus’s parable of the thief from Matthew 24:42-44 - the first of five parables about His second coming. Most Christians today are living like Jesus will never return, but He told us to stay AWAKE and stay ALERT because He’s coming like a thief in the night.In this episode, you’ll discover:* Why Jesus compared His return to a thief (and why that should change everything)* The two ways we can stay ready for His coming* What’s causing Christians to “fall asleep” spiritually* How to live with true expectancy every single dayThis is part 1 of our 5-part series on Jesus’s parables about His second coming. Don’t miss what could be the wake-up call your faith needs.amenpodcast.com Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Biblical Truth About the Rapture | Matthew 24:32-41Everything you thought you knew about being "left behind" is backwards. The popular Left Behind series got it wrong, and it's time to set the record straight with what Scripture actually teaches.In this episode, we dive deep into Matthew 24:32-41 to discover why being left behind is actually God's plan for His people, not a punishment. Using the account of Noah as our framework, we'll explore how the popular rapture theology from the 1990s has created an unbiblical escapism mentality that contradicts God's true plan for renewal, not escape.Join us as we examine the historical origins of dispensational theology, break down the Greek text, and reveal how Christ was "taken" so that we could be "left behind" to reign with Him in the new heavens and new earth.Support Our Ministry:* Website: AmenPodcast.com* Venmo: @amenpodcast* Cash App: $amenalexKey Scriptures Discussed:* Matthew 24:32-41* Genesis 7:23* Romans 8:19-21* Revelation 21:1-5* Philippians 2:6-8* 2 Peter 3:11-14Connect With Us: House Church meets in our garage in Kauai, Hawaii. We're committed to reaching ages 18-30 with deep biblical truth that challenges mainstream Christian culture.Like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to join our community of believers seeking biblical truth over popular theology. Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of Amen Podcast, we dive deep into one of Scripture's most debated passages about Jesus's second coming. We explore Matthew 24:29-31, where Jesus describes the sun being darkened, the moon losing its light, and stars falling from heaven.What did Jesus really mean by these cosmic signs? Are they literal or symbolic? We examine the Old Testament connections to similar language used in Isaiah and Ezekiel when describing the fall of nations, and discover how Jesus uses this apocalyptic imagery to describe both the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD and His ultimate return.We discuss the three key characteristics of Christ's second coming - it will be unmistakable, universal, and unstoppable - and why this truth should give Christians hope, remind us of our eternal home, and provide help in difficult times. Rather than constantly looking for subtle signs, we explore how believers should live ready every day, focusing on sharing the gospel with compassion and truth.The episode concludes with practical application questions about living faithfully while anticipating Christ's return, emphasizing our call to be others-focused rather than comfortable in our faith.Support this ministry at amenpodcast.com Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Matthew 24 has been twisted to sell books and create fear. Here's what Jesus actually meant.In this episode, Alex breaks down Matthew 24:15-28 and the "abomination of desolation" - revealing how this passage was Jesus giving His disciples specific instructions for surviving the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD, not a roadmap for modern end times predictions.Discover why the rapture isn't biblical, how false teachers use confusion to control people, and what it means to live faithfully while waiting for Christ's return. This historical context will free you from doomsday anxiety and refocus your faith on what matters.Key Topics:* The true meaning of "abomination of desolation"* Historical context of Jerusalem's destruction (70 AD)* Why end times predictions miss the point* Biblical patterns for fleeing evil* Living faithfully vs. sign-seekingJoin Alex and Lokelani for biblical teaching that cuts through the noise and gets back to Scripture's clear message.Support our ministry: amenpodcast.com Q&A segment included - stick around for practical application.amenpodcast.com Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Pastor Alex explores Jesus' warning about persecution in Matthew 24:9-14. Learn about the three forms of persecution believers face - distress, being detested, and deception - and discover how true disciples respond by maintaining love, endurance, and faithful preaching even under pressure.Drawing from personal experiences and biblical truth, this teaching reveals how Jesus pressed through persecution to give us the power to do the same, bringing glory to God in the process.Key Topics:* Understanding persecution in the end times* Three forms of persecution Christians face* How to press into God's love during hardship* The power of the gospel in difficult seasonsQuestion for Reflection: How can you press into God's love amidst persecution?Support this ministry: amenpodcast.com/donate Venmo: @amenpodcast | Cash App: @amenalexSubscribe for weekly biblical teaching from House Church in Kauai, Hawaii.Hosts: Alex & Lokelani Website: amenpodcast.comm Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Alex breaks down Jesus's teaching from Matthew 24:3-8 about the signs of the end times and what He meant when He called them "birth pains." Discover why wars, earthquakes, and false messiahs aren't immediate signs that the end is near, and how understanding this truth can bring peace instead of fear.Key Points Covered:* Why the disciples asked Jesus about the signs of His coming* The problem with fear-based interpretations of current events* How birth pains help us understand God's timeline* What it means to be ready without being alarmed* Why these signs will continue until Christ's returnFrom the Amen Podcast, hosted by Lokelani and Alex, this biblical teaching helps Christians navigate end times discussions with wisdom and peace rather than panic and speculation.Bible Passage: Matthew 24:3-8Support the podcast: AmenPodcast.com/donate Website: AmenPodcast.comAfter the Amen segment: How can viewing current troubles as birth pains change your perspective? Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

In this message from Matthew 24:1-2, we explore what happens when the disciples focus on the beauty and grandeur of the physical temple, while Jesus sees something entirely different - a temporary structure destined for destruction.What we cover:* Why the disciples couldn't believe Jesus would destroy something so magnificent* The massive scale and beauty of Herod's temple* The difference between focusing on what is seen (temporary) vs. unseen (eternal)* How Jesus became the new temple - the true meeting place with God* What it means that we are now temples of the Holy Spirit* Identifying our own "temporary temples"Key Scriptures: Matthew 24:1-2, John 2:19, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, 1 Peter 1:8Jesus destroyed the temporary to give us the eternal. His body was broken so that we could become living temples where God meets with us right where we are.After the Amen: Lokelani shares about how relationships can become temporary temples and the importance of enjoying one-on-one time with God.Connect with us: Website: amenpodcast.comSupport: Venmo @amenpodcast | Cash App $amenalexWhat are your temporary temples? Let us know in the comments! Get full access to Amen Podcast at amenpodcast.substack.com/subscribe