Matt Ayars Podcast

Matt Ayars
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The podcast of Matt Ayars, Ph.D., a pastor, biblical scholar. This podcast discusses seminary-level topics—biblical studies, theology, church history, spiritual formation—and makes them accessible to everyday believers, pastors, and seekers alike. Whether you’re a seasoned theologian or just beginning your faith journey, each episode invites you to think deeply, live faithfully, and love well. This isn’t just for the classroom—it’s for the church, the home, and the heart.

  1. 21h ago

    Repentance: The Sins We Tolerate and the Freedom We're Missing

    What does true repentance really look like? In this message, we explore how the Holy Spirit leads us from conviction to repentance—not through guilt or condemnation, but through God’s grace and love. Discover how repentance is an invitation to freedom, healing, and restored relationship with the Father. We also examine culturally accepted sins that often go unnoticed and consider what it truly means to turn away from sin and walk home to God. Scripture: Acts 2:37–38; Psalm 51; Luke 15:11–32; Genesis 19:26; 1 John 1:8; 2 Peter 2:22; Philippians 4:6

    44 min

  2. 3d ago

    Acts 17 Part 2: Paul Preaches at Mars Hill

    Study of Acts 17 and Paul's sermon at Mars Hill.

    46 min

  3. Jun 22

    The Holy Spirit Convicts

    What does it mean when Jesus says the Holy Spirit will “convict the world concerning sin, righteousness, and judgment” (John 16:8–11)? Is the Holy Spirit’s role simply to make us feel guilty, or is there something much deeper happening? In this message, Pastor Matt Ayars explores the convicting work of the Holy Spirit through the lens of John 16, showing that biblical conviction is ultimately about revealing Jesus Christ. The Spirit exposes sin not to shame us, but to restore us. He illuminates what it truly means to be human, confronts our inward-curved nature, and calls us into the life of Christ. Drawing from Scripture, the Hebrew understanding of sin, and the life and ministry of Jesus, this sermon explains how the Holy Spirit transforms hard hearts, renews relationships, and leads us into genuine repentance and freedom. Whether you’re wrestling with conviction, seeking spiritual growth, or simply wanting to better understand the ministry of the Holy Spirit, this message offers a rich biblical vision of how God lovingly works in our lives. In this episode you’ll discover: What Jesus meant by the Holy Spirit’s ministry of convictionWhy conviction is an act of God’s grace—not condemnationThe biblical meaning of sin and what it means to “miss the mark”How the Holy Spirit points us to Jesus as the true image of humanityWhy repentance leads to freedom, healing, and restored relationshipsHow the Spirit transforms us from being inward-focused to living lives of love and serviceScripture: John 16:8–11 Join us as we continue our series on the Holy Spirit and discover how His convicting work always leads us toward the life found in Jesus Christ.

    37 min

  4. Jun 21

    Acts 17: Paul in Athens

    Bible study of Acts 17 and the importance of Christian apologetics

    49 min

  5. Jun 15

    The Holy Spirit's First Work: Softening Hearts

    What’s hardening your heart? Most of us assume the first step of following Jesus is faith. It’s not. Before faith comes a softened heart. In this week’s message, we explore one of the Holy Spirit’s first works in our lives: preparing our hearts to receive God’s grace. You’ll discover two surprising things that harden our hearts—and how the Holy Spirit points us to Jesus to restore trust, forgiveness, and freedom. If you’ve been carrying bitterness, struggling to forgive, or wondering why it’s hard to trust God, this message is for you. Listen and let the Holy Spirit do his transforming work.

    32 min

  6. Jun 8

    The Holy Spirit Glorifies Jesus

    The Holy Spirit does not draw attention to himself but to Jesus Christ. Discover how the Spirit transforms believers into Christ’s image and reveals himself through a life of humble surrender and obedience.

    29 min

  7. Jun 1

    The Sending Trinity

    Sermon on the sending nature of the Trinity

    48 min

  8. May 25

    Pentecost: The Birthday of the Church and the Symbols of the Holy Spirit

    Pentecost celebrates the birthday of the Church and the Holy Spirit coming as fire and dove to make God’s home in the human heart.

    40 min
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The podcast of Matt Ayars, Ph.D., a pastor, biblical scholar. This podcast discusses seminary-level topics—biblical studies, theology, church history, spiritual formation—and makes them accessible to everyday believers, pastors, and seekers alike. Whether you’re a seasoned theologian or just beginning your faith journey, each episode invites you to think deeply, live faithfully, and love well. This isn’t just for the classroom—it’s for the church, the home, and the heart.

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  • Creator
    Matt Ayars
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    262
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Matt Ayars
  • Show Website
    Matt Ayars Podcast

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