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Matt Ayars PodcastWhat Only God Can DoIn this Ash Wednesday message, Pastor Matt walks us through Psalm 51 and the heart of Lent: coming face to face with our own brokenness and inviting God to do what only he can do—create a clean heart within us. Through a powerful testimony and David’s prayer of repentance, we’re reminded that Lent is not about fixing ourselves, but surrendering fully to God’s transforming grace. This teaching calls us to eliminate distractions, practice honest confession, and allow the Holy Spirit to lovingly confront our sin so real healing can begin. As we prepare for Resurrection Sunday, we’re in...
2026-02-2021 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Hope of His Arrival and the Star of BethlehemIn this sermon from Matthew 2, Pastor Matt explores how the star that guided the wise men reveals a powerful truth: God wants to be near to us, and nothing can stop Him. This message invites us to look both backward to Christ’s first coming and forward to His return, discovering how hope reshapes the way we live right now.You’ll hear:Why hope changes human behaviorWhat the star teaches us about God’s promisesWhy Jesus came in humility and darknessWhat Advent really means beyond Christmas DayHow Christ’s return should shape our choices todayWhy Jesus is...
2025-12-0134 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Cross and the Wreckage: Redemption through SufferingWhen we think about the cross, most of us picture Jesus taking on the penalty of our sin so we don’t have to—our guilt wiped away, the debt paid in full. That’s gloriously true. But in Isaiah 52–53, we see something even deeper: Jesus doesn’t just carry the penalty of sin, he enters into the consequences of sin—our shame, humiliation, betrayal, estrangement, and relational wreckage—and absorbs it into himself so that we can be healed.In this message from Isaiah’s “Suffering Servant” passage, Pastor Matt explores how Christ steps under the rug...
2025-11-1725 minMatt Ayars PodcastJoy in HumilityTrue joy isn’t found in pride, comfort, or control—it’s found in humility. In this message from Philippians 2:1–11, Pastor Matt Ayars unpacks how humility is the key to restoring joy in our lives. Joy flows from reconciled relationships, and reconciliation requires humility. Joy grows as we serve others, and service demands humility. Joy deepens as we obey God’s call, and obedience, too, begins with humility. At the center of it all stands Jesus—who humbled himself even to death on a cross. His example shows us that the way up in God’s kingdom is always down, and that...
2025-10-1237 minMatt Ayars PodcastStewarding the GospelHungry people don’t always know they’re hungry—until they catch a whiff. In this message, Pastor Matt shows how the Spirit is stirring a hunger for Jesus in our culture and how the church must steward the gospel well.We unpack what that looks like: knowing the gospel clearly, living it with integrity, sharing it wisely, guarding it from distortion, and investing it in people. Just like the aroma of fresh bread draws us to the table, our lives should carry the aroma of Christ that awakens hunger for him.
2025-10-0640 minMatt Ayars PodcastStop Wasting Time: Slowing Down to Live Like JesusWe live in a world of endless hurry—overflowing calendars, constant distractions, and an addiction to busyness. Yet the irony is clear: despite more time-saving devices than ever before, we feel like we have less time. In this message, Pastor Matt Ayars explores what it means to give our time back to God, to set healthy boundaries, and to resist the storm of boundaryless chaos.Drawing from Haitian culture, the biblical vision of Sabbath, and insights from John Mark Comer’s The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, this sermon challenges us to slow down, simplify, and embrace silence, solitude, Sabbath, and...
2025-09-2923 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Heart Behind the GiftIn this message from 2 Corinthians 9:6–11, Pastor Matt unpacks what it means to be a cheerful giver and why our approach to money reveals the true condition of our hearts. While Jesus didn’t talk about money more than any other subject, he did speak about it often—because money is never just about money. How we think about, spend, and manage our resources points to where our trust lies and what we value most.This sermon explores:Paul’s teaching that God supplies seed for sowing and multiplies generosity.Why Jesus wa...
2025-09-2134 minMatt Ayars PodcastRevelation 19: Praise, the Bride of Christ, and the Final FeastIn this session, Pastor Matt walks through Revelation 19—heaven’s “Hallelujahs,” the marriage supper of the Lamb, and why worship, justice, and faithful witness anchor Christian hope. He unpacks the bride imagery (intimacy + faithfulness), the “righteous deeds” that ready us for Jesus, and how communion functions as a weekly foretaste of the final feast. Along the way: practical counsel on prayer as the litmus test of intimacy with God, reflections on worship leadership, and a preview of next week’s deep dive on Revelation 20 and millennial views.
2025-09-1038 minMatt Ayars PodcastGreiving with Hope: Responding to the Death of Charlie KirkIn this discussion, Pastor Matt responds to the tragic death of Charlie Kirk with honesty, grief, and hope rooted in Scripture. Drawing on Revelation and the promises of resurrection, he reminds us that death does not silence the witness of those who speak truth with courage. This time of reflection wrestles with the heaviness of loss, the reality of spiritual warfare, and the call for the church to be bold in love and truth. While acknowledging the pain felt by Charlie’s family and the brokenness of our culture, Pastor Matt points us to the greater reality: heaven rejoices, Ch...
2025-09-1017 minMatt Ayars PodcastRevelation 15 - Christians Don't Escape and Avoid, They ConquerIn this episode, we explore Revelation 15 and its powerful message for the church today. Pastor Matt unpacks the doctrines of the clarity and sufficiency of Scripture, reminding us that God’s Word is understandable and enough for salvation and faithful living—not just for scholars, but for children and ordinary believers too.From there, we turn to the vivid imagery of Revelation 15: the seven angels with the final plagues, the sea of glass mingled with fire, and the saints who stand victorious, singing the song of Moses and the song of the Lamb. What does it mean to “...
2025-08-2149 minMatt Ayars PodcastRevelation 12: The Woman and the Red DragonExplore Revelation 12 in this deep, scripture-centered Bible study as Pastor Matt unpacks the cosmic battle between good and evil, the identity of the woman and the dragon, and the church’s calling to bear Christ into the world. Learn how God’s presence breaks into our lives, how Satan is cast down, and why the church must reclaim its role as both mother and witness in these last days.
2025-07-251h 00Matt Ayars PodcastGuard the Gospel, Grow the ChurchCan ordinary believers really understand the Bible? Jesus says yes—and more than that, He calls us to be faithful stewards of both the Old and New Testament truths. In this powerful message, Pastor Matt challenges us to guard the gospel, embrace sound doctrine, and rise up as disciple-makers in a world desperate for truth. Don’t miss this call to deeper discipleship and biblical faithfulness.
2025-07-2131 minMatt Ayars PodcastSweet and Bitter: The Truth about Hell and the Good News of JesusA thought-provoking sermon exploring the doctrine of hell through Matthew 13:47–50. Pastor Matt Ayars examines eternal conscious torment, annihilationism, and universalism, offering biblical insight, pastoral wisdom, and a call to respond to the gospel with truth and hope.
2025-07-1440 minMatt Ayars PodcastStories by the Sea: The Mustard Seed and the YeastIn this week’s sermon, Pastor Matt Ayars delivers a moving message rooted in the parables of the mustard seed and the yeast from Matthew 13. Through vivid personal stories from his time as a missionary in Haiti and a powerful testimony from a friend named Charlie, Pastor Matt reminds us that God often works through what seems small, hidden, and insignificant. Whether it’s a long, grueling hike to a mountaintop church in the Haitian countryside or the simple act of giving away a pair of shoes, God’s kingdom grows not through spectacle, but through everyday obedience.
2025-07-0735 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Wheat and the WeedsIn this sermon from the Stories by the Sea series, Pastor Matt reflects on Jesus’s parable of the wheat and the weeds (Matthew 13:24–30), weaving together personal stories, biblical theology, and pastoral encouragement to offer a powerful message about patience, rest, and trusting God’s timing.The message opens with a lighthearted story about Matt’s impatience during a round of golf—a humorous but honest entry point into the deeper spiritual struggle of waiting. He admits that resting, especially at the beach, doesn’t come naturally to him. Yet this series, and especially this parable, challenges that impulse b...
2025-06-3034 minMatt Ayars PodcastWhat Kind of Soil Are You? (Stories by the Sea, Week 1)In this opening episode of our new summer series Stories by the Sea, Pastor Matt Ayars takes us deep into the Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13. With honesty, humor, and powerful conviction, he explores the four kinds of soil—hard, shallow, thorny, and good—and challenges us to examine the true condition of our hearts.Are we resistant to conviction? Emotionally driven but lacking depth? Distracted by the noise of modern life? Or are we bearing lasting spiritual fruit?Along the way, Pastor Matt draws on personal stories, pasto...
2025-06-2341 minMatt Ayars PodcastRevelation 8: The Seventh Seal, Trumpet Judgments, and the Power of PrayerIn this teaching on Revelation 8, Pastor Matt unpacks the opening of the seventh seal and the sounding of the first four trumpets, revealing a powerful picture of divine justice, mercy, and the role of prayer in God’s plan. Why is there silence in heaven? What does it mean when the natural world begins to unravel? And how do the prayers of the saints ignite God’s response to evil?This session explores:The meaning of the silence in heaven (v. 1)The heavenly altar and the prayers of the saints (vv. 3–5)The trumpe...
2025-06-1953 minMatt Ayars PodcastGifts of the SpiritIn this final message of our Holy Spirit series, Pastor Matt explores the power and purpose of spiritual gifts—what they are, why they matter, and how they fit into God’s plan to work through us, not just for us or in us. With humor, honesty, and clarity, this sermon walks through 1 Corinthians 12 and challenges believers to discover their spiritual gifts, use them in humility, and trust God with the outcomes. You’ll also learn how to take a spiritual gifts inventory (QR code included) and why every follower of Jesus is called to get off the sidelines and into the
2025-06-1734 minMatt Ayars PodcastHoly Spirit and the Holy LifeIn this episode, we dive deep into the mystery and power of the Holy Spirit—tracing His work from the Old Testament to Pentecost and beyond. Pastor Matt responds to a thoughtful question about the difference between the Spirit’s activity before and after Christ, revealing how the Spirit moved selectively in the Old Testament but is now poured out on all believers for the building up of the Church.We explore the surprising significance of Bezalel—the first person in Scripture explicitly filled with the Spirit—and how his Spirit-empowered craftsmanship points to the Holy...
2025-06-061h 01Matt Ayars Podcast“Why 40 Days? Waiting, Wilderness, and the Work of Preparation”In this follow-up reflection to Sunday’s message on Acts 1:1–11, Pastor Matt Ayars explores the significance of the 40 days between Jesus’ resurrection and the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. Why did Jesus wait? What do the biblical patterns of 40 days and 40 years teach us about the Christian life?Drawing from Exodus, the Gospels, and Revelation, Pastor Matt unpacks the meaning of waiting as a season of preparation—not just for the disciples, but for us today. This episode weaves together themes of inaugurated eschatology, spiritual formation, and missional readiness, reminding us that we live in th...
2025-06-0317 minMatt Ayars PodcastPreparing for the Holy SpiritIn this episode, Pastor Matt Ayars walks through Acts 1:1–11 to answer a vital question: How do we prepare ourselves to receive the Holy Spirit? With insight, honesty, and a touch of humor, Pastor Matt shares four essential steps to spiritual readiness: submitting to the lordship of Jesus, waiting on God’s timing, aligning with His kingdom purposes, and embracing our calling as Christ’s witnesses. Whether you’re seeking renewal or wondering what it means to be Spirit-filled, this message offers clarity and challenge for the journey of faith.
2025-06-0229 minMatt Ayars PodcastAscended and Among Us: Why the Ascension is EssentialIn this powerful Memorial Day message, Pastor Matt Ayars takes us into Revelation 1:12–20 to explore the often-overlooked but absolutely essential doctrine of Christ’s Ascension.Many Christians focus on the birth, death, and resurrection of Jesus—but what about the Ascension? Why does it matter that Jesus rose not just from the grave, but also into glory?In this episode, Pastor Matt unpacks the vision of the glorified Christ walking among the lampstands—the churches—and explains what it means that Jesus now reigns at the right hand of the Father...
2025-05-2643 minMatt Ayars PodcastBorn of the Spirit: How the Holy Spirit Saves and Transforms UsIn this episode, Pastor Matt Ayars takes us deep into the Spirit-led journey of salvation. From prevenient grace to glorification, we explore how the Holy Spirit draws us to Christ, convicts us of sin, brings about new birth, and shapes us into the image of Jesus. What does it mean to be truly “born again”? Why is regeneration more than just forgiveness? And how does the Spirit heal our shame and awaken us to new life?Whether you’re new to theology or looking to deepen your understanding of salvation, this episode offers a clear...
2025-05-2254 minMatt Ayars PodcastGo and Make DisciplesIn this episode, Matt Ayars unpacks the urgency and depth of Jesus’ final words in Matthew 28: “Go and make disciples.” With passion and clarity, he challenges the Church to move beyond passive belief and toward active discipleship, exploring what it really means to obey the Great Commission. Along the way, he addresses the root of human brokenness—shame—and how only the divine blood of Christ can cleanse it. Whether you’re struggling with doubt, wondering how to serve, or needing fresh vision for your role in the Church, this episode will inspire you to embrace the freedom and purpose foun...
2025-05-1943 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Spirit Who Unites: Gifts, Grace, and the Beginning of SalvationIn this episode, Pastor Matt Ayars unpacks the profound and personal work of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer, beginning with a recap on spiritual gifts—especially tongues—and how they fit within the Methodist tradition. From there, we transition into the heart of the conversation: the Holy Spirit’s role in salvation.What does it mean to be united with Christ? How does the Spirit make that union possible? Pastor Matt walks through the earliest stages of the Order of Salvation (Ordo Salutis), focusing especially on prevenient grace and conviction of sin—how...
2025-05-1649 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Church as Mother: Revelation, Discipleship, and the Agony of New LifeIn this special Mother’s Day episode, Pastor Matt Ayars opens up Revelation 12 to reveal a powerful and often-overlooked truth: the Church is not only the bride of Christ and the body of Christ—it is also a mother. Drawing from the vivid imagery of the woman clothed with the sun, Pastor Matt explores how the Church brings Christ into the world, nurtures spiritual children, and perseveres in the face of spiritual opposition.This episode weaves together deep biblical theology, practical discipleship, and heartfelt encouragement for moms and all who labor to bring others to Ch...
2025-05-1127 minMatt Ayars PodcastSlain in the Spirit? Spiritual Gifts, Tongues, and the Holy SpiritIn this episode, Pastor Matt Ayars shares a personal story that launches a deep dive into the gifts of the Holy Spirit—starting with the moment his wife, Stacy, unintentionally “slayed” someone in the Spirit. What follows is an honest, engaging, and theologically grounded conversation about charismatic gifts like speaking in tongues, prophecy, healing, and discernment. Pastor Matt unpacks the difference between cessationism and continuationism, explains why Methodists believe the gifts continue, and offers pastoral wisdom on why some gifts—especially tongues—can be divisive in church life. With scriptural insight and practical guidance, this episode offers clarity for anyone wre...
2025-05-0959 minMatt Ayars PodcastBridging the Great Gulf: Reclaiming the Triune God (with Dr. Steve Tsoukalas)In this compelling episode of Seminary Unboxed, host Dr. Matt Ayars welcomes back theologian and comparative religion expert Dr. Steven Tsoukalas to expose and unpack a subtle but pervasive theological error: “Great Gulfism.” Also known as cosmological dualism, Great Gulfism refers to the mistaken belief—often unconsciously held—that there is a fixed chasm between God and the material world. Drawing deeply from the work of T. F. Torrance, Dr. Tsoukalas challenges this worldview by arguing that many Christians unknowingly adopt Neoplatonic assumptions that separate God from His creation, despite the scriptural and creedal insistence on God’s immanence.
2025-05-071h 00Matt Ayars PodcastDo You Love Me? Jesus, Peter, and the Call to Feed His SheepIn this powerful and personal message, Pastor Matt Ayars walks us through John 21, where the risen Jesus restores Peter after his threefold denial. With humor, vulnerability, and pastoral insight, this sermon explores what it means to be forgiven, called, and sent again—no matter how deeply we’ve failed. Jesus doesn’t just restore Peter’s status—He restores his mission: Feed my sheep. This message challenges us to examine our love for Christ, reminds us that no one is beyond restoration, and calls us to serve not out of comfort, but out of love for the Savior.
2025-05-0529 minMatt Ayars PodcastRise and Reigning: Peace of the Risen ChristIn this episode, Pastor Matt Ayars takes us into the scene of John 20:19–23, where the risen Jesus appears to His fearful disciples hiding behind locked doors. What does Jesus offer them first? Peace.We explore how the resurrection of Christ is not just about an empty tomb—it’s about the living Lord who meets us in our fear, breathes new life into our hearts, and gives us hope beyond death. Pastor Matt explains the significance of Jesus’ glorified body, why Pentecost is essential to the Christian life, and how resurrection hope transforms our experien...
2025-04-2835 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Spirit and the Scriptures: Introducing Our Study on the Holy SpiritIn this episode, Pastor Matt Ayars kicks off a new series on the Holy Spirit by asking a vital question: Why study the Spirit at all? As we move from Easter toward Pentecost, Matt lays a theological and devotional foundation for understanding the Spirit’s role in the life of Christ, the Church, and the believer.You’ll explore:Why the Holy Spirit often remains behind the scenes—and why that’s biblically intentionalHow the Spirit empowers both the inspiration and interpretation of ScriptureWhat it means to know the Holy Spi...
2025-04-2452 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Resurrection Changes Everything (Easter Sunday 2025)In this special Easter Sunday message, Pastor Matt Ayars proclaims the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the foundation of our faith and the force that shapes every part of the Christian life.Why do we worship on Sundays? Why do the sacraments matter? Why do we believe the Bible is the Word of God? It all comes back to the empty tomb.Drawing from Matthew 28:1–10, Pastor Matt explores how the resurrection:Shifts our worship from the old creation to the newMakes th...
2025-04-2034 minMatt Ayars PodcastWhy Is Betrayal Necessary in the Story of Redemption?Why did the story of redemption include betrayal? In this Holy Week teaching, Pastor Matt Ayars explores the meaning of Spy Wednesday—the day Judas conspired to betray Jesus—and why that act of treachery is not just a tragic footnote but a theologically necessary part of the gospel story.Drawing from Matthew 26:14–16, this episode unpacks the layers of human sin, divine grace, and spiritual warfare woven into the events leading to the cross. You’ll hear reflections on the role of Satan in the passion narrative, the cosmic scope of Christ’s mission, and what it...
2025-04-1758 minMatt Ayars PodcastGenesis Unveiled: Exploring Origins, Sin, and God's SovereigntyThis week, we explore the origins of creation, humanity, sin, marriage, sacrifice, and the sovereignty of God. In this episode, Dr. Ayars dives into Genesis 1 and 2, unpacking profound truths about God’s creative power, the doctrine of original sin, and how Jesus is woven throughout the narrative.
2025-01-1050 minMatt Ayars PodcastUnderstanding Justification and Regeneration: A Conversation with Dr. Jerome Van KuikenJoin Dr. Matt Ayars and Dr. Jerome Van Kuiken as they explore the critical distinction between justification and regeneration in Christian soteriology. Discover how these doctrines shape our understanding of salvation, the role of the Holy Spirit, and theological insights from Augustine to Wesley.
2025-01-0740 min
The Remnant Radio's PodcastSPIRITUAL WARFARE: LESSONS FROM HAITI - Interview with Dr. Matt AyarsWhat happens when Western theology meets spiritual warfare on the mission field? We're sitting down with Dr. Matt Ayars, who spent years on the front lines of spiritual battle as President of Emmaus University in Haiti. Dr. Ayars brings a unique perspective as both a seasoned academic (current Lead Pastor of Wellspring Church in MS and former President of Wesley Biblical Seminary) and a missionary who has encountered spiritual warfare firsthand in a culture where voodoo and Christianity intersect. We’ll explore: • Real experiences of spiritual warfare in Haiti • Biblical foundations from Genesis to Ephesians • Practical wisdom for spiri...
2025-01-021h 06Matt Ayars PodcastDiscipleship in the Home: Raising Radically Faithful FamiliesWelcome to our sermon, “Discipleship in the Home: Raising Radically Faithful Families”! This week, we explore a deeply impactful and challenging topic: how to raise children and grandchildren in a Christ-centered way, equipping them to live radically faithful lives in a secular world.
Drawing from Luke 2:41-52, we delve into the adolescent life of Jesus and what His example means for the discipleship of our families. We discuss the importance of rituals in the home, creating an age 18 discipleship plan, and intentional parenting practices to nurture faith in our children.
Key points include:
• Why discipleship in the home is centra...
2024-12-2941 minMatt Ayars PodcastOneness Pentecostalism with Dr. Steve TsoukalasDr. Ayars discusses Oneness Pentecostalism with Dr. Steve Tsoukalas
2024-11-0551 min
Choosing CheerExploring the Trinity and True Community with Dr. Matt AyarsJoin host Nicolet Bell and special guest Dr. Matt Ayars on this episode of Choosing Cheer as they discuss the transformative joy that comes from Christ. Dr. Ayars shares his journey from seminary professor to mission work in Haiti and his current ministry in Mississippi. They explore the Trinity's role in fostering community and how joy can be found even in the most challenging seasons. Tune in for practical insights on living a life of faith rooted in Jesus' presence.
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2024-09-1234 min
Matt Ayars PodcastActivities Demons Promote1. Disruption. Demons aggravate existing situations. They push, prod, tempt, and entice people to make poor or unwise decisions. They work to make bad things worse and get people to overdo good things so that once-good things are no longer positive.
2. Temptation. Satan tempted Eve (Gen. 3:1–7) and Jesus (Matt. 16:21–23). It seems they can put ideas in people’s minds and tempt in areas of greatest vulnerability.
3. Hiddenness. Demons like to stay hidden. They want people to think they don’t exist. Being aware that a problem is demonic is more than half the battle.
4. Fear. Demo...
2024-08-2235 min
Matt Ayars PodcastSpiritual Warfare and the Christian WorldviewIn this episode, Dr. Ayars introduces a mini series of episodes on the topic of spiritual warfare by sharing a bit about how he came to study the topic of spiritual warfare.
2024-07-1526 min
Life-Changing Discipleship with Matt FriedemanThe Holy Spirit w/ Dr. Matt AyarsDr. Matt Ayars joins the podcast today to talk about his new book on the Holy Spirit.
2023-08-3130 min2023-08-1034 minMatt Ayars PodcastRevelation 7 - The 144,000In this episode Dr. Ayars discusses Revelation 7 and the 144,000.
2023-08-0925 minMatt Ayars PodcastA Discussion on the Inerrancy of ScriptureIn this episode, Dr. Matt Ayars, Dr. Andy Miller III, Dr. Steve Blakemore, and Dr. Murray Vasser discuss the doctrine of inerrancy. They answer questions like, "Should Wesleyan's use the term 'inerrancy'"? "Does the doctrine of inerrancy die the death of a thousand qualifications?" "Is the doctrine a contemporary doctrine?"
2023-08-0352 min
More to the Story with Andy Miller IIIWesleyans and Inerrancy with Matt Ayars, Steve Blakemore, and Murray VasserIn this episode, we delve into the relevance of the doctrine of inerrancy for Christians in the Wesleyan tradition. It has almost become chic amongst Wesleyans to deny this classical account of the doctrine of divine revelation. Today Drs. Matt Ayars, Murray Vasser, and Steve Blakemore join me to discuss the importance of the doctrine to the Wesleyan movement. Youtube - https://youtu.be/HkP7SnjXIeoAudio - https://andymilleriii.com/media/podcastApple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/more-to-the-story-with-dr-andy-miller/id1569988895?uo=4Be su...
2023-08-0356 minMatt Ayars PodcastRevelation 5 - The Worship of the LambIn this episode, Dr. Ayars exegetes Revelation 5, where Jesus, the slain lamb, is worshipped because of his obedience and ultimately redemptive work. He alone fulfills God's redemptive purposes in the world.
2023-07-0730 minMatt Ayars PodcastRevelation 4 - The Four Beasts and the Elders Worship God the FatherIn this episode, Dr. Ayars interprets the meaning of the fours creatures around the throne and the theological basis for their worship.
2023-07-0611 minMatt Ayars PodcastA Theology of AI: God, the Human Soul, and the Threat of AIIn this episode of Seminary Unboxed, Dr. Matt Ayars and Dr. Steve Blakemore discuss a theology of artificial intelligence. The discussion ranges from the what makes humanity unique, how AI is not and will never be God, the notions of love, personhood, and even the eschatological threat of artificial intelligence informed by notions from the book of Revelation.
Dr. Steve Blakemore is Professor of Christian thought and theology at Wesley Biblical Seminary (wbs.edu). Dr. Matt Ayars is President and Assistant Professor of Old Testament at Wesley Biblical Seminary.
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2023-06-261h 38Matt Ayars PodcastThe Holy Spirit is GodIn this episode, Dr. Ayars discusses how the Bible teaches that the Holy Spirit is divine by considering the incommunicable divine attributes of the Holy Spirit (i.e., all-powerful, all-knowing, not restricted by time and space), the divine titles of the Holy Spirit and that for the Holy Spirit to truly represent the divine Presence, he must be God.
2023-06-2024 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Holy Spirit & the TrinityIn this episode Dr. Ayars explains the basic notions to the Trinity and how the Holy Spirit fits into the bigger trinitarian framework.
2023-06-1923 minMatt Ayars PodcastChurch Tradition and the Holy SpiritIn this episode, Dr. Ayars talks about the church tradition and doctrine as a source of information when studying the Holy Spirit. Church tradition is not human invention/teaching to be added to the Scriptures; rather, church tradition is the Church's attempt, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, to preserve in concise language the apostolic witness of the New Testament. We can rely on the creeds when they say that the Holy Spirit "eternally proceeds from the Father through Son.
2023-06-1411 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Holy Spirit - The Scripture as The SourceIn this episode, Dr. Ayars explains his convictions about the Bible as the primary source for studying the Holy Spirit. As a text that is inspired/authoritative, inerrant, sufficient, clear, and unified, the Bible is the authority for finding out what the Holy SPirit reveals about himself in that very text.
2023-06-0828 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Holy Spirit - Introduction and the Holiness of GodIn this episode Dr. Ayars summarizes the introduction to his book, The Holy Spirit: An Introduction where he discusses the holiness of God as the starting point for understanding the Holy Spirit.
2023-06-0614 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Holy Spirit: An Introduction - Why I Wrote the BookIn this episode, Dr. Ayars explains why he wrote the book on the Holy Spirit.
2023-05-2512 min
The Better Together Podcast with Callie and Rosario "Roz" Picardo#99 Matt Ayars: The Holy Spirit: An IntroductionSend us a textThe Holy Spirit is often misunderstood or misconstrued even among Christians. Wesley Biblical Seminary President and Professor Matt Ayars is the author of The Holy Spirit: An Introduction. He joins us to talk about the third person of the Trinity and how the Holy Spirit moves in the world to bring glory to Christ. Support the show
2023-05-0521 minMatt Ayars PodcastA Vision of God's Throne Room in HeavenIn this episode we look at the meaning of John’s being called to heaven, the door to heaven, and the various features surrounding God the Father’s presence in throne room. Why a rainbow? Why the colors for carnelian, jasper and emerald? Why flashes of lightening and thunder? This episode explains all of these elements as understood by the original auidience as informed by the broader witness of the Scriptures, namely, the book of Ezekiel and the Psalms.
2023-05-0333 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Letter to the Church in Laodicea (Rev. 3:14–22)Christ rebukes the church in Laodicea because they are neither cold nor hot, meaning that they neither bring refreshment (cold) nor healing (hot) to the thirsty and diseased world around them. They are blind to their own sin, but Jesus extends grace by asking them to allow him to return to their assembly!
2023-04-2434 min
THE PLEXUSS PRESIDENTIAL PODCAST SERIESEpisode #137 Matt Ayars - President, Wesley Biblical SeminaryMatt Ayars - President, Wesley Biblical Seminary, joins Brad Johnson.
2023-04-2042 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Letter to the Church at Philadelphia (Rev. 3:7–13)John writes to the church at Philadelphia, a faithful church, but with little power. He promises them that he will preserve them through tribulation and that the reward for their faithfulness will be eternity in the presence of God.
2023-04-2028 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Letter to the Church at Sardis (Rev. 3:1-6)Dr. Ayars discusses the letter to the church at Sardis. The Christians in Sardis have the reputation of being alive but they are dead (still enslaved to sin). Christ calls them to be watchful lest they miss out on Christ’s return and final redemption.
2023-04-1131 minMatt Ayars PodcastThe Letter to the Church at Thyatira (Rev. 2:18-29)In this episode, Dr. Ayars exegetes Revelation 2:18-29. He emphasizes that the even church is not a place safe from judgment for those who live in open rebellion against God. He also highlights that tolerance for sin in the church receives rebuke from the Son of God.
2023-03-3052 min
Matt Ayars PodcastLetter to the Church at Smyrna (Rev. 2:8-11)Dr. Ayars continues his series in Revelation, covering the Letter to the Church at Smyrna (Rev. 2:8-11).
2023-03-2234 min
Matt Ayars PodcastLetter to the Church at Ephesus (Rev. 2:1-7)Dr. Ayars continues his journey through the book of Revelation by examining the letter to the church at Ephesus.
2023-03-1436 min
Matt Ayars PodcastThe Vision of the Son of Man (Rev. 1:9-20)Dr. Ayars continues his series in Revelation, diving into John's inaugural vision.
2023-03-0730 min
Matt Ayars PodcastPersecution and the Spirit on the Lord's Day (Rev. 1:9-11)Dr. Ayars examines Revelation 1:9-11.
2023-03-0129 min
Matt Ayars PodcastGreeting to the Seven Churches (Rev. 1:4-8)Discussion on John's greeting to the seven churches in Asian.
2023-02-2822 min
Matt Ayars PodcastThe Seven Spirits Before the Throne and the Faithful Witness (Rev. 1:5-6)Revelation 1 continued - the seven spirits and the faithful witness of Jesus.
2023-02-2335 min
Matt Ayars PodcastAsbury Revival with Isaiah FriedemanDr. Ayars talks to Isaiah Friedeman, who is on the front lines of the Asbury Revival going on right now in Wilmore, Kentucky.
2023-02-1727 min
Matt Ayars PodcastThe Letter to the Universal Church (Rev. 1:4)Dr. Ayars continues his series in Revelation.
2023-02-1535 min
Matt Ayars PodcastThe Prologue to the Letter (Rev. 1:1-3)Dr. Murray Vasser guest hosts Seminary Unboxed and walks through Revelation 1:1-3.
2023-01-3130 min
Matt Ayars PodcastRevelation: Distant Future, Past, or Present?Dr. Ayars discusses the four schools of interpretation and their approach to the book of Revelation.
2023-01-1931 min
Matt Ayars PodcastRevelation: When Was It Written?Dr. Ayars continues his series on Revelation exploring issues surrounding the date of its writing.
2023-01-1835 min
Matt Ayars PodcastRevelation- Interpreting Apocalyptic LiteratureIn this episode of Seminary Unboxed, Dr. Ayars teaches on interpreting apocalyptic literature.
2023-01-1249 min
Matt Ayars PodcastWho Wrote the Book of Revelation?Dr. Ayars begins his series on the book of Revelation by discussing the question of authorship.
2023-01-0935 min
Matt Ayars PodcastSeminary and the Marketplace with Ethan KellyWBS Vice President for Business Affairs, Ethan Kelly, joins the podcast.
2023-01-0447 min
Matt Ayars Podcast"Here Are Your Gods" - Faithful Discipleship in Idolatrous times with Chris WrightIn this episode, Dr. Chris Wright joins the podcast to discuss his new book, "Here are your Gods."
2022-12-1537 min
Matt Ayars PodcastFive Things Theologians wish Biblical Scholars Knew with Hans BoersmaHans Boersma joins the podcast to discuss the five things theologians wish biblical scholars knew.
2022-10-0548 min
Matt Ayars PodcastSpiritual Warfare and Exorcism w/ Pete BelliniPete Belinni joins the Seminary Unboxed podcast to talk about his new book, The X-Manual.
2022-09-0757 min
Foundry ChurchMessage II | Acts: Part 10 (Matt Ayars)Matt Ayars, the guest speaker teaching on Acts 10 today!
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2022-07-2440 min
Matt Ayars PodcastRoger Olson- Against Liberal TheologyDr. Roger Olson joins the Seminary Unboxed podcast to discuss his new book, "Against Liberal Theology."
2022-06-3041 min
Matt Ayars PodcastBill Bellinger on Old Testament TheologyDr. Bill Bellinger joins the podcast to talk about his new book "Introducing Old Testament Theology."
2022-06-2137 min
Matt Ayars PodcastMichael Brown and Cancel CultureDr. Michael Brown joins the podcast to discuss how Christians should respond to cancel culture.
2022-05-1938 min
Matt Ayars PodcastHow is the Eastern Orthodox Church Different from the Protestant Church?In this interview, Dr. Matt Ayars and Dr. Eve Tibbs discuss the similarities and differences between Eastern Orthodox and Wesleyan-Arminian traditions.
2022-04-1445 min
Matt Ayars PodcastWhy Did Jesus Need to Live a Perfect Life?Dr. Brandon Crowe joins the podcast to discuss the reason behind the perfect life of Jesus.
2022-03-3140 min
Matt Ayars PodcastEphraim Radner- All Thy Lights CombineEphraim Radner, co-editor of All Thy Lights Combine, joins Dr. Ayars on this installment of Seminary Unboxed.
2022-03-2435 min
Matt Ayars PodcastChris Hays- God and GunsChris Hays, co-editor of Gods and Guns, joins the Seminary Unboxed podcast.
2022-03-2338 min
Matt Ayars PodcastDan Block and CovenantDan Block discusses his new book Covenant: The Framework of God's Grand Plan of Redemption
2022-03-1049 min
Matt Ayars PodcastKen Collins on Jesus the StrangerDr. Matt Ayars invites Dr. Ken Collins onto the podcast to discuss his new book, Jesus the Stranger, and discuss Collin's view of entire sanctification.
2022-03-0736 min
Matt Ayars PodcastStuart Kellogg and the Post Covid ChurchThis episode of Seminary Unboxed features Stuart Kellogg, author of The Post Covid Church.
2021-11-3042 min
Matt Ayars PodcastRyan Danker and Wesleyan Political TheologyIn this episode of the Seminary Unboxed podcast, Dr. Matt Ayars sits down with Ryan Danker who specializes in Wesleyan theology in the public square.
2021-10-1544 minMatt Ayars PodcastSteve Tsoukalas and the TrinitySteve Tsoukalas joins us to discuss his work on the Trinity.
2021-06-1649 minMatt Ayars PodcastSandra Richter and the Epic of EdenDr. Sandra Richter joins us to discuss her book the Epic of Eden.
2021-06-1557 minMatt Ayars PodcastMichael Bird and Hierarchy within the TrinityMichael Bird joins the podcast to discuss the Trinity.
2021-06-1536 minMatt Ayars PodcastKeith Boyette and the Future of MethodismKeith Boyette joins the podcast to discuss the future of Methodism.
2021-06-151h 10Matt Ayars PodcastElijah Friedeman and Church PlantingElijah Friedeman joins us to discuss current trends in church planting.
2021-06-1544 minMatt Ayars PodcastDavid Schreiner on the Bible and ArchaeologyDr. David Schreiner joins us to discuss biblical archeology.
2021-06-1539 minMatt Ayars PodcastChris Lohrstorfer and the Doctrine of Entire SanctificationChris Lohrstorfer joins us on the Seminary Unbox podcast to discuss John Wesley and Christian perfection.
2021-06-1551 min
Sharptown United Methodist ChurchApril 10, 2016: Matt AyarsMatt Ayars from the Emmaus Biblical Seminary introduces the Sharptown U lesson series.
2016-04-1400 minSharptown United Methodist ChurchJuly 15, 2012: Matt Ayars on his family's mission in HaitiMatt Ayars discusses the mission work that his family does in Haiti with the Emmaus Biblicial Seminary.
2012-08-0700 min