Awake Us Now

Religion & Spirituality

About

Awake Us Now is a body of believers who:WORSHIP the Triune God with all our heart, soul, mind and strength. Praise Him with joy and thanksgiving for He is God and He is good;WALK by faith in the power of the Holy Spirit. This is the clear teaching of our Lord Jesus Christ and the clear declaration of the Scriptures. Such a daily walk is a far cry from mere religion or "church as usual;"WITNESS to Jesus Christ our Savior in daily life situations. Take seriously His call to make disciples. Be alert to the opportunities God provides to encourage and mentor others in the Christian life. Utilize the developing technologies to reach a new generation with the timeless Gospel of Christ.

Episodes

  • Dig Deeper - Acts Chapter 1: Who was Theophilus?

    Pastor digs deeper into "Who was Theophilus?" He is mentioned 2 times in the New Testament: Luke 1:3-4 "With this in mind, since I myself have carefully investigated everything from the beginning, I too decided to write an orderly account…

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 26

    This teaching is from Matthew 18:21-35, the Parable of the Unforgiving Debtor, and Matthew 19:1-12 on the topic of Divorce. Peter asks Jesus if he should forgive someone seven times. Jesus responds with seventy seven times. The meaning of…

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 25

    Matthew 17:22-18:20. Topics: children of the Living God; kingdom of the Living God; the miracle of the four drachma coin; greatness is based on humility; childlike vs childish; total dependency on God; spiritual growth and maturity; bindin…

  • GOD ACTS! (Chapter 1) - All That Jesus Began to Do and to Teach...

    Acts is a book filled with dramatic events, amazing characters and has great application for the Christian life. It is a powerful book showing the acts of God through the Holy Spirit and how He acts in the lives of those He calls! This stu…

  • Daniel: When Kingdoms Collide (5) - In the Fire

    This episode explores the concept of discipleship, highlighting the sacrifices involved as exemplified by Daniel and his companions, and contrasts this cost with the ultimate reward.

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 24

    This episode covers Matthew 16:24-17:22. It discusses discipleship as complete surrender to Jesus Christ, not just intellectual understanding. The episode also touches on Jesus

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 23

    This episode covers Matthew 16:1-23, discussing the opposition Jesus faced, Peter's confession of Jesus' identity, and Jesus' teachings on the church, the "gates of Hades," and future events.

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 22

    This episode covers Matthew 14:34-15:39, discussing Jesus' healing ministry across religious groups and comparing the feeding of the 4,000 to the earlier feeding of the 5,000.

  • Dig Deeper - Week 14_ Better By Far...

    The episode discusses Apostle Paul's perspective on life and death from his prison writings, specifically his letters to the Philippians and Timothy. It highlights his personal desire to be with Christ while acknowledging his commitment to…

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 21

    This episode of Awake Us Now explores Matthew 14:4-33, detailing events such as John the Baptist's beheading, the feeding of the 5,000, and Jesus walking on water within a 24-hour span.

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 20

    This episode covers Matthew 13:40 - 14:7, focusing on Jesus' parables about judgment and the coherence of the biblical narrative from the Old to New Covenants. It also touches upon the story of Herod, Herodias, and John the Baptist.

  • Questions - Week 26: Will Our Bodies Be Resurrected?

    This episode discusses the biblical concept of bodily resurrection, affirming that it will happen. It explores historical doubt, Old Testament mentions, Jesus' teachings on the resurrection of the good and evil, and the implications of Jes…

  • Daniel: When Kingdoms Collide (4) - Tough King Meets LIVING GOD

    This episode discusses Daniel's interpretation of Nebuchadnezzar's dream, which demonstrated God's sovereignty over the future and the everlasting nature of His Kingdom.

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 19

    This episode of Awake Us Now discusses Matthew 13:10-39, focusing on Jesus' parables about the Kingdom of Heaven like the sower, wheat and weeds, mustard seed, and yeast. Jesus explained these parables to his disciples, using them to revea…

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 18

    This episode covers Matthew 12:32-13:11, with the pastor discussing the concept of the unpardonable sin, Jesus's three days in the grave, and beginning to explore Jesus's parables found in chapter 13.

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 17

    This episode covers Matthew 12:3-37, exploring Jesus' interactions with the Pharisees and highlighting the theme of heart transformation.

  • Dig Deeper - Week 13: Of First Importance...

    This episode examines 1 Corinthians 15:3-5, a foundational Christian statement of faith concerning Jesus' death for sins, His burial, and resurrection. It emphasizes the declaration of Jesus' deity, His sacrificial death, and His resurrect…

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 16

    This episode studies Matthew 11:13-12:4, examining John the Baptist's role as Elijah and Jesus as the prophesied Savior. It explores repentance and forgiveness as pathways to knowing the Father through Jesus.

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 15

    This episode covers Matthew 10:29 - 11:15, highlighting believers as ambassadors for Christ empowered by the Holy Spirit to be effective witnesses. It also touches upon Jesus' identity as presented in chapter 11.

  • Questions - Week 25: What if the Shroud is Genuine?

    This episode discusses the Shroud of Turin, an artifact that has undergone significant scientific study and presents various contradictions regarding its image formation. It connects the topic to the biblical foundations of the Christian f…

  • Daniel: When Kingdoms Collide (3) - God Reveals

    This episode of Awake Us Now, titled "Daniel: When Kingdoms Collide (3) - God Reveals," focuses on the assurance of the Holy Spirit's presence to uphold, guide, and reveal, equipping believers for service.

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 14

    Awake Us Now presents Week 14 of its study on the Gospel According to Matthew. The teaching focuses on Matthew 10:7-31, covering Jesus' instructions and Divine Wisdom.

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 13

    This episode of Awake Us Now covers Matthew 9:18 - 10:10, presenting Jesus as the Son of David and the Messiah. The teaching also addresses Jesus

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 12

    This episode explores the Gospel According to Matthew, Week 12, highlighting Jesus's authority over nature, such as the winds and waves, which signifies His identity as the Living God.

  • Dig Deeper - Week 12: What Did They See?

    This episode explores the biblical account in John 20:3-9 concerning what John and Peter observed at Jesus' tomb. It contrasts their reactions to the grave cloths and discusses their subsequent belief in the resurrection, emphasizing that…

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 11

    This episode of Awake Us Now explores the Gospel According to Matthew, Week 11. It examines Jesus as the Rock and firm foundation, concluding the Sermon on the Mount and starting Chapter 8, which demonstrates Jesus' authority.

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 10

    This episode of Awake Us Now discusses Week 10 of The Gospel According to Matthew, focusing on scripture where Jesus addresses common human issues.

  • Questions - Week 24: Is the Shroud of Turin Genuine?

    This episode of Awake Us Now discusses the Shroud of Turin, a relic claimed to be the burial cloth of Christ. It explores its physical characteristics, the photographic discoveries made by Secondo Pia, and the extensive research conducted…

  • Daniel: When Kingdoms Collide (2) - Mixed, Not Melted

    In this episode of Awake Us Now, "Daniel: When Kingdoms Collide (2) - Mixed, Not Melted," the discussion focuses on God's call for His people to stand out rather than blend into society. The aim is to reflect God's mercy and goodness, lead…

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 9

    Awake Us Now covers Jesus' discourse on prayer, fasting, and possessions from Matthew 6:5-24. The episode emphasizes prayer as a divine gift for experiencing God's presence, distinguishing it from ostentatious displays.

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 8

    In week 8 of The Gospel According to Matthew, the pastor examines Jesus's teachings in Matthew chapter 5, contrasting them with Old Testament prophecy. The episode highlights Jesus's call to a changed heart, attainable through faith in Him…

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 7

    This episode discusses Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, particularly His metaphors of salt and light. It also touches on the historical realization of Christianity's significant impact on the human condition and individual lives.

  • Dig Deeper - Week 11: Two Pictures of the Messiah

    This episode of Awake Us Now explores the two Old Testament pictures of the Messiah: the Reigning King and the Humble Substitute. It discusses how early followers of Jesus integrated these concepts, believing in one Messiah who would come…

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 6

    Awake Us Now's Week 6 on the Gospel According to Matthew covers Matthew 4's teachings on following Jesus and introduces Matthew 5's Sermon on the Mount, beginning with the Beatitudes.

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 5

    This episode covers Week 5 of a study on the Gospel According to Matthew, specifically chapter 4. It discusses the Temptation of Jesus, detailing His three temptations and the concept of a spiritual realm.

  • Questions - Week 23: How Are Minds Opened Today?

    This episode examines how minds are opened today, focusing on Luke 24:36-47. The pastor discusses how encounters with Jesus after His resurrection changed disciples' understanding, drawing parallels to Old Testament Passover and Covenant n…

  • Daniel: When Kingdoms Collide (1) - Daniel's God

    This episode discusses the Book of Daniel as a narrative of a spiritual war between two kingdoms, emphasizing that God's Kingdom is victorious.

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 4

    Week 4 of the Awake Us Now Matthew study focuses on John the Baptist and his challenging message of repentance.

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 3

    This episode of Awake Us Now studies chapters 2 and 3 of the Gospel of Matthew. The discussion emphasizes Jesus the Messiah as a deliverer and the fulfillment of the New Covenant through him.

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 2

    This episode of Awake Us Now studies the Gospel According to Matthew, Week 2, focusing on chapter 2. The discussion centers on the Magi, their encounter with Herod, and their gifts to Jesus.

  • Dig Deeper - Week 10: The Two Emmaus Disciples

    This episode discusses the identities of the two disciples on the Road to Emmaus, as told in Luke 24:13-27. It explores the possibility that Cleopas, one of the disciples named in the Bible, is the same person as Clopas, the husband of Mar…

  • The Gospel According to Matthew - Week 1

    This episode discusses the Gospel of Matthew, focusing on Jesus as the prophesied Messiah, Savior, and King. It examines Jesus' call to discipleship, drawing parallels between Matthew's life and the potential for personal transformation th…

  • Growing Gracefully: Persecution

    This episode discusses Jesus' teaching that followers will face persecution, as stated in Matthew 5:10. It suggests rejoicing in persecution as a sign of following the Living God.

  • Questions - Week 22: What Did Jesus Tell Them?

    This episode analyzes the biblical narrative "On the Road to Emmaus" from Luke 24, discussing how Jesus explained the scriptures to his companions. It draws parallels to the Genesis 22 account of Abraham and Isaac at Mount Moriah, interpre…

  • Kings & Prophets: From Solomon to Jeremiah - Week 15

    This episode covers the final week of the Kings and Prophets study, focusing on King Josiah

  • Growing Gracefully: Sing!

    The episode 'Growing Gracefully: Sing!' from Awake Us Now discusses the significance of singing and songs in the Scriptures, highlighting their role in fostering connection with oneself, others, and the divine.

  • Growing Gracefully: Infilling

    This episode discusses the Holy Spirit's presence in a true disciple's life and contrasts knowing God with daily reliance on the Holy Spirit's power.

  • Growing Gracefully: Awake

    The episode "Growing Gracefully: Awake" from the show Awake Us Now discusses the biblical instruction for disciples to be spiritually alert to the Great Commission, the reality of spiritual warfare, and the signs of the times.

  • Growing Gracefully: Prepared

    This episode reflects on John the Baptist's ancient call to repentance and preparation for the Lord, applying it to contemporary life. It encourages having repentant hearts that receive and extend God's forgiveness, and preparing to bear f…

  • Growing Gracefully: Holiness

    The episode discusses holiness as a gift received through Jesus Christ, emphasizing the subsequent call for believers to actively pursue a holy life.