Amen Podcast

Alex and Lokelani Wilson

| ā'men | “let it be so”. Bible Study with Alex and Lokelani Wilson. amenpodcast.com amenpodcast.substack.com

  1. It's the Little Things

    DEC 14

    It's the Little Things

    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 disaster Key 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

    47 min
  2. SURRENDER

    DEC 7

    SURRENDER

    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 later This 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

    42 min
  3. CRUSHED

    NOV 16

    CRUSHED

    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 himself This 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 Podcasts Connect 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

    44 min
  4. Judas' Betrayal

    NOV 9

    Judas' Betrayal

    *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 cross Chapters: 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: $amenalex Let’s Stay Connected: 📸 Instagram: @amenpodcast 🎵 TikTok: @amenpodcast If 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

    49 min
5
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2,036 Ratings

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| ā'men | “let it be so”. Bible Study with Alex and Lokelani Wilson. amenpodcast.com amenpodcast.substack.com

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