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Official Podcast of Metro Christian Church, Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu. Honolulu, Hawaii. Connecting to God, Connecting to People, Connecting People to God. Weekly sermon messages & Hana Hou Podcast of Faith, Hope, & Jesus!
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Seismic shifts in the religious and secular landscapes are destabilizing the faith of millions. Join religious educator Jared Halverson as he explores restored scripture, doctrine, history, and practice; examines patterns and pitfalls in navigating faith crisis; and wrestles with ways to make your faith unshaken. ___________ Hello my friends, I’m Jared Halverson and this is Unshaken. I’ve spent my life studying the scriptures, my professional career teaching them, and my education at a Bible ...
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Alma 53-63: Fighting the Good Fight
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An in-depth study of Alma 53-63, covering the second half of the Book of Mormon's so-called "War Chapters." This lesson focuses on the stripling warriors, keeping covenants differently, fight or flight, the rhetoric of Moroni and Ammoron, the walking wounded, the correspondence between Moroni and Pahoran, and more.…
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The Remodel Blueprint - Family Fixer Upper
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Aloha, Metro Ohana! Thanks for joining us. Today, we are kicking off a new series called "Family Fixer Upper". Over the next 6 weeks we will be looking at what God wants our families to look like. For more information on upcoming events or to find a Growth Group, head over to our website: https://metrochristianchurch.com/ Support the Show.…
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Episode 66 - He's Gotta Have It
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This week Miranda and the crew watch s01e07 of Ted and record their live commentary on the episode.Af Official Orville
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Alma 43-52: The Cause of Christ
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An in-depth study of Alma 43-52, recounting the wars between Captain Moroni and both Zarahemnah and Amalickiah. This lesson focuses on the dangers of dissension, the power of a noble cause, the Title of Liberty, Just War theory, preparation, prophets, "poison by degrees," and more.Af Jared Halverson
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This week, is our NextGen Sunday. Our youth and youth leaders will be leading us throughout service. Bringing the word to us today is Pastor Charis Wilkins, our NextGen Pastor. Today's message is about turning back to Jesus; God is waiting for us to repent and turn back to Him as His prodigal children. Support the Show.…
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Alma 39-42: Redeeming the Prodigal Son
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An in-depth study of Alma 39-42, recounting Alma's teachings to his wayward son Corianton. This lesson focuses on first sins vs. worst sins, chastity, repentance, beliefs and behaviors, the resurrection and Spirit World, restoration through the Law of the Harvest, justice and mercy, the Goldilocks Zone, and more. Link to Deseret Book course on impr…
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Worship - Worship as a Weapon of Warfare
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This week Pastor Brandon wraps up our series "Worship - More than the Music". When we face spiritual battles, sometimes the best weapon we can utilize is our worship; Pastor Brandon explores what it means to use worship as a weapon for spiritual warfare. Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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An in-depth study of Alma 36-38, recounting Alma's teachings to his sons Helaman and Shiblon. This lesson focuses on real repentance, godly sorrow, the agony of sin, the joy of forgiveness, sugarcoating, longing for God, passing on the plates, the power of the word, pride, proving contraries, strengths and weaknesses, and more.…
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This week, Pastor Elwin continues our series "Worship - More than the Music". Pastor Elwin tells us what it looks like for us to be the worshippers that God created us to be. Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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Alma 32-35: Knowing or Believing?
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An in-depth study of Alma 32-35, recounting the preaching of Alma and Amulek to the Zoramite poor. This lesson focuses on the difference between compulsion and choice, humility, knowledge vs. faith, the experiment on the word, religious epistemology, testimony vs. taste, reversing the Fall, planting the seed, God's mercy because of His Son, the "gr…
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This week, Pastor Brandon continues our series "Worship - More than Music". To worship is not just singing, it's to live your life in a way that glorifies God, Pastor Brandon highlights what that looks like. Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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Alma 30-31: Christ & Anti-Christ
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An in-depth study of Alma 30-31, recounting the preaching of Korihor and the Zoramites upon the Rameumptom. This lesson focuses on targeting the Atonement, anti-religious rhetoric, irrationality and authoritarianism, rationalizing sin, the argument from design, sign-seeking, the sense of superiority, trying the virtue of the word of God, the gifts …
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Pastor Brandon kicks off our newest series "Worship - More than the Music", where we'll deep dive what worship is and what it means for us to worship. Today, Pastor Brandon asks us to think about what it is we worship in our lives. Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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Alma 23-29: O that I Were an Angel
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An in-depth study of Alma 23-29, recounting the aftermath of the missions of the sons of Mosiah among the Lamanites. This lesson focuses on reverse engineering a lifelong convert, laying down the weapons of our rebellion, granting repentance, "all we can do," erasing sin, maintaining higher moral ground, anticipatory obedience, praise or pride, glo…
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This week, Pastor Brandon wraps up our series "The Parables of Jesus", as he talks about the "Unmerciful Servant". Pastor Brandon asks us to look at what it means to forgive and to be forgiven. Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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Alma 17-22: Instruments in the Hand of God
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An in-depth study of Alma 17-22. This lesson focuses on the missions of the sons of Mosiah among the Lamanites, fellowservants, gaining trust, gathering lost sheep, Creation/Fall/Atonement, Pascal's conversion, Abish and Lamoni's queen, prioritizing mission companions, coming to know God, and more.Af Jared Halverson
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This week, Pastor Brandon continues our series, "The Parables of Jesus" as he talks about the parable of the four soils. Each of the soils represents a person's heart and our receptiveness to God; so how is your soil? Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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Alma 13-16: Divine Restraint
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An in-depth study of Alma 13-16. This lesson focuses on Alma and Amulek's mission to Ammonihah, foreordination, foreshadowings of Christ, a preparatory redemption, equality of opportunity vs. equality of outcome, anticipating the coming of Christ, true repentance, divine restraint, martyrdom, the conversion of Zeezrom, being brought into God's hous…
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This week we continues our series, "The Parables of Jesus". As we celebrate father's day, Pastor Elwin has us take a look at the prodigal son and his own father. Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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Alma 8-12: The Greater Portion of the Word
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An in-depth study of Alma 8-12. This lesson focuses on Alma's mission to Ammonihah, his companionship with Amulek, persuasion vs. authority, being true to our spiritual experiences, appealing to the better self, remembering, inviting God into our homes, types of questions, lawyercraft, the resurrection as bad news, the plan of redemption, taking th…
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The Good Samaritan - When Problems Become Opportunities
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This week, Pastor Elwin continues our series, "The Parables of Jesus". Pastor Elwin looks at the good samaritan story and asks us what does it mean to be a neighbor. Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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Alma 5-7: The Mighty Change of Heart
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An in-depth study of Alma 5-7. This lesson focuses on Alma's discourses in the cities of Zarahemla and Gideon, bringing about the mighty change of heart, being born again, having Christ's image engraven in our countenances, singing the song of redeeming love, being stripped of pride, teaching with passion, plainness, and permission; the infinite at…
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Today, Pastor Brandon kicks off our new series, "The Parables of Jesus". This week, Brandon asks us to consider what "Bags" God has given us and how we can best steward His gifts. Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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Mosiah 29--Alma 4: The Choice Is Yours
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An in-depth study of Mosiah 29 to Alma 4. This lesson focuses on leading as judges instead of kings, honoring agency, Alma and Nehor, priesthood vs. priestcraft, easy beliefs, the Amlicites, mark vs. curse, and more.Af Jared Halverson
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Today, we have a guest speaker, Pastor TJ Gorum. Often times we struggle in figuring out our purpose, TJ encourages us to look where God has put us and do what's in front of us. Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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This week Miranda and the crew discuss season 1 episode 2 of Ted, "My Two Dads."Af Official Orville
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Mosiah 25-28: Conversion of Alma the Younger
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An in-depth study of Mosiah 25-28. This lesson focuses on truly seeing each other, hearing one another's stories, becoming one, Church disclipine, the upper limit of forgiveness, the conversion of Alma and the sons of Mosiah, spreading change, and more.Af Jared Halverson
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Life isn't always great - but our faith can still be strong. Today, Pastor Brandon and Pastor Frieda end our "Let Faith Rise" series by teaching us how to have resiliant faith. For more info on upcoming events or to find a Growth Group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.…
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Mosiah 18-24: The Waters of Mormon
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An in-depth study of Mosiah 18-24. This lesson focuses on why we need the Church, the vertical and horizontal dimensions of discipleship, finding out what people have against, the pulpit vs. the pew, suggesting change, coming home, and more.Af Jared Halverson
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Happy Mother's Day! Pastor Brandon sits with a panel of moms to teach us about how our lives can be a testimony to our families, and how to build an "even though" kind of faith. For more info on upcoming events or to find a Growth Group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.…
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Mosiah 11-17: Abinadi & Noah
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An in-depth study of Mosiah 11-17. This lesson focuses on filling the guilt gap with grace, questioning God and His prophets, rationalization, a teaching tangent, publishing peace, the suffering Servant, Condescension & Incarnation, Christ's dual nature, and more.Af Jared Halverson
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Today, Pastor Brandon continues our series "Let Faith Rise". In order for us to grow we must increase our faith in the midst of our doubts. Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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An in-depth study of Mosiah 7-10. This lesson focuses on Hansen's Law, getting into trouble, inquiring after the lost, preparing for the rescue, reasons people leave, seer stones, spiritual sight, overzealousness, and more.Af Jared Halverson
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This week, Pastor Elwin continues our series, "Let Faith Rise". Are we willing to be risk takers and take that step of faith to trust God? Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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Mosiah 4-6: "Are We Not All Beggars?"
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An in-depth study of Mosiah 4-6. This lesson focuses on applying the Atonement, being in remission, the goodness of God, the pit & the pedestal, question marks &exclamation points, the Infinite & the Intimate, giving generously, perpetual progress, children of Christ, staying changed, and more.Af Jared Halverson
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Pastor Brandon kicks off a brand new series, "Let Faith Rise". This week, Brandon lays the groundwork for why we as a church must increase our faith. Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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Mosiah 1-3: "Unprofitable Servants"
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An in-depth study of Mosiah 1-3. This lesson focuses on Benjamin's backstory, the power of the word, the gift of grace, the two ledgers, the Atonement of Christ, the Savior's dual nature, and more.Af Jared Halverson
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Today, we are joined by a special guest speaker, Natalie Runion. Natalie Runion is a Pastor and best selling author of "Raised to Stay" and is releasing her newest book "The House that Jesus Built". Natalie comes to us today encouraging us to be the hands and feet that God called us to be, looking outward instead of inward. Support the Show.…
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Episode 064 - Ejectile Dysfunction
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Join Miranda and the crew as they discuss season 1 episode 3 of Ted, Ejectile Dysfunction. This episode was mostly unedited so yell at greggy if we say anything messed up.Af Official Orville
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An in-depth study of the Book of Enos. This lesson focuses on what it might have been like to be raised by a parent like Jacob, the return of the prodigal, nurture and admonition, wrestling before God, soul hunger, sweeping guilt away, and more.Af Jared Halverson
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Today, Pastor Elwin teaches us on the disciples after Jesus' resurrection. For us, after the celebration that is Easter what do we do now? Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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Jacob 5-7 (part 2): "I Could Not Be Shaken"
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Part 2 of a 2-part study of Jacob 5-7 (this part will cover chapters 6-7). This lesson focuses on choosing life, quenching the Spirit, facing Sherem, anti-religious rhetoric, becoming unshaken, sign-seeking, Jacob's adieu, and more. 0:00 Introduction 0:56 Choosing Life 8:20 Quenchable Spirit or Unquenchable Fire 16:10 Facing Sherem 24:10 Anti-Relig…
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Jacob 5-7 (part 1): The Allegory of the Olive Tree
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Part 1 of a 2-part study of Jacob 5-7 (this part will cover chapter 5). This lesson focuses on Zenos, Olive trees, the 4 senses of scripture, the 4-Act play, grieving over the tree, grafting and scattering, planting in poor spots, the Lehite branch, the Great Apostasy, roots & branches, the Mother Tree, clearing away the bad, laboring in the vineya…
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Join Miranda and the crew as they "geek out" with the Tabletop Roleplaying Game and scenario Kevin wrote!Af Official Orville
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Happy Easter Metro Ohana! Today, we celebrate the risen king and how God is still working in our lives. Pastor Brandon helps us realize God is still working even when we think our stories are done. Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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Jacob 1-4 (part 2): Firmness of Mind
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Part 2 of a 2-part study of Jacob 1-4 (this part will cover chapters 3-4). This lesson focuses on comfort for victims, confronting prejudice, looking up to the Lamanites, passing down your sins, unshaken faith, unsearchable depths, things as they really are, looking beyond the mark, and more. 0:00 Introduction 0:47 Comfort for Victims 12:51 Confron…
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Jacob 1-4 (part 1): Faith & Great Anxiety
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Part 1 of a 2-part study of Jacob 1-4 (this part will cover chapters 1-2). This lesson focuses on Jacob's background, passing down the plates, prioritizing, faith and great anxiety, viewing the death of Christ, dichotomizing and demonizing, the 3 great sins, hard conversations, materialism & pride, problems with polygamy, and more. 0:00 Introductio…
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Pastor Brandon finishes up our series "The Story of God" looking at the new beginning we have in Christ. Even when we get to the “end” of life in heaven, that’s not the end. Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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Easter Week and the Doctrine of Christ
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An Easter message linking the days of Holy Week to the elements of the Doctrine of Christ. 0:00 Introduction 2:57 Elevating Easter 5:48 Easter & the Doctrine of Christ 8:26 The Gospel in the Book of Mormon 13:29 Christ's Part in the Gospel 24:08 Palm Sunday's Faith 26:20 Monday's Repentance 28:36 Tuesday's Teachings 33:18 Wednesday's Rest 37:20 Thu…
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Pastor Elwin continues our series The Story of God this week as we look at the timeline of God's story post Jesus' ascension. Who are we in God's story and what does that entail. Support the Show.Af Pastor Elwin Ahu and Pastor Brandon Ahu
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