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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 seasons

Question for Reflection: How can you press into God's love amidst persecution?

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In this challenging message from our house church on Kauai, Alex examines Paul's direct approach to confronting serious sin within the Corinthian church. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 5:1-5, this sermon addresses the dangerous pride that can lead believers to overlook accountability and compromise moral standards.

Key topics covered:

* The difference between Christian freedom and sinful license

* Why church discipline is an act of love and restoration

* Understanding the power of the Holy Spirit in overcoming sin

* The role of the church community in spiritual protection

* Biblical evangelism that includes repentance, not just acceptance

This message challenges both individual believers and church communities to take sin seriously while trusting in God's power for transformation and restoration. Perfect for anyone wrestling with questions about accountability, church discipline, or the balance between grace and holiness.

Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 5:1-5

Speaker: Alex Wilson

Location: House Church, Kauai

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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 return

From 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 24:3-8

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After the Amen segment: How can viewing current troubles as birth pains change your perspective?

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"Spiritual Fathers vs. Instructors: Following the Right Example | 1 Corinthians 4:14-21"

Paul didn't shame the Corinthians - he warned them as a loving father. There's a huge difference between having countless instructors and having a true spiritual father who was there when you got saved.

In this message, we dive into what it means to imitate godly leaders as they follow Christ, why consistency matters everywhere (not just at church), and the choice we all face: will we receive correction with a rod or in the spirit of gentleness?

Key takeaways:

* The difference between spiritual fathers and instructors

* Why copying godly examples changes entire communities

* How one man's faithfulness can impact generations

* The gospel truth about Jesus taking our punishment

Rod or gentleness? The choice is yours.

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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 1:8

Jesus 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.

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In this episode, we dive into Catechism Question 33: "Should we seek our own salvation through our own works?" The answer is a resounding NO - everything necessary for salvation is found in Christ alone.

What we cover:

* Why seeking salvation through good works denies Christ as our only Redeemer

* The difference between living FOR salvation vs. living FROM salvation

* How faith in Jesus, not keeping the law, makes us right with God

* Why you can "hang up the heavy apron of works" and rest in Christ

* The empowerment that comes from knowing you're already saved

Key Scripture: Galatians 2:16 - "Yet we know that a person is not justified by works of the law, but through faith in Jesus Christ."

This isn't about being lazy in your faith - it's about understanding that your obedience flows FROM your salvation, not TO earn your salvation. There's a huge difference, and it changes everything.

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In this episode, Alex breaks down two important concepts: justification (being declared righteous before God through Christ) and sanctification (our gradual growth in righteousness through the Holy Spirit's work).

Using 1 Peter 1:1-2, we explore how God sees us as righteous because of Jesus, while the Spirit transforms us day by day as we walk through this life toward the promised land.

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In this powerful message, Pastor Alex explores what it means to live by God's holy standards versus man's standards. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 4:9-13 and the story of David's anointing in 1 Samuel 16, we discover why Christians are called to embrace "last place" in a world that prizes first place.

Key Topics Covered:

* Understanding the difference between holy standards and human standards

* Why the apostles described themselves as being "displayed in last place"

* The story of David's selection as king and what it teaches us about God's perspective

* How to respond to persecution, criticism, and being dishonored for following Christ

* The danger of judging leaders and others by external appearances

* Living with the knowledge that "earth honors what heaven hates"

* The power of communion and covenant community

Scripture References:

* 1 Corinthians 4:9-13

* 1 Samuel 16:1-13

* 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

* Psalm 5:5

This message challenges believers to examine whether they are living by God's standards or trying to meet the world's expectations. Pastor Alex reminds us that following the crucified Messiah means embracing the same humility and servant-heartedness that Jesus demonstrated.

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Welcome back to Amen Podcast! Join Alex and Lokelani as they conclude their powerful Song of Solomon series with this final episode on The Relentless Love of God from Song of Solomon Chapter 8.

What You'll Discover:

✨ How God's love is as strong as death and cannot be quenched by any flood💒 The beautiful picture of Christ as the bridegroom and the church as His bride🙏 Why God longs to hear from you in prayer - and how Jesus made that possible🛡️ The importance of preserving and protecting one another in the church community💍 How marriage reflects the unrelenting, exclusive love of Christ for His people

Key Highlights:

* Jesus praying three times in Gethsemane so heaven could hear from you

* The meaning behind "Set me as a seal upon your heart"

* Why God's love cannot be bought with any amount of wealth

* The role of spiritual brothers and sisters in protecting the community

* How our prayers rise like incense before God

About Amen Podcast:

We're Alex and Lokelani, broadcasting from beautiful Kauai, Hawaii, where we believe the gospel changes everything. Alex pastors House Church, which meets in our garage, and together we're passionate about making God's Word accessible and applicable to everyday life.

What's Next:

🔥 We're heading back to the Gospel of Matthew (we're in the 20s chapters!)📖 Continuing our study through Corinthians💭 Don't miss our "After the Amen" discussion question at the end!

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Discussion Question:

How have you experienced God's unrelenting love in your own life? Share your thoughts in the comments below! 👇

If you're new to the podcast and joined us for Song of Solomon, stick around! Matthew and Corinthians are going to be incredible too. Whether you're single, married, or somewhere in between, this message will encourage your heart and deepen your relationship with Christ.

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