Radiance Church

In this episode, we talk about how God wants all of your heart — not just a part. Jesus said in Matthew 22:37, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind.” God's love is strong. He wants to take back what the enemy tried to steal.You will learn: • Why God's love means you belong to Him • What happens when we let our hearts be divided • How to give your whole life to JesusIf you've been feeling far from God or pulled in different directions, this message will help you come back to Him. God's love is calling you home!Keywords:Christian podcast, Bible teaching, Jesus love, surrender to God, Matthew 22:37, Christian motivation, faith podcast, heart for God, God's love, reclaim your life, spiritual growth, Christian encouragement

In this powerful episode, Michael Wilson unpacks the foundational words of Jesus from Matthew 22:37-40, revealing how love is not just a feeling — it's a Kingdom force. Learn how to fully love the Lord with all your heart, soul, and mind, and discover what it means to be reclaimed by love, revived by love, and to reign through love. This message will stir your spirit, challenge your comfort, and activate your calling in Christ.Whether you're a pastor, leader, or believer hungry for revival, this apostolic and prophetic teaching will equip you to walk in biblical authority, spiritual intimacy, and bold Kingdom action. It's time to rise and demonstrate the love that transforms lives, heals cities, and reveals the heart of God.Kingdom of God, Matthew 22:37-40, love God, love your neighbor, apostolic teaching, prophetic message, revival, spiritual authority, reclaiming your life, Christian podcast, Kingdom leadership, Michael Wilson, Citizen Soldier Coaching, biblical love, fire message

In Proverbs 14:26 we find the words, “ whoever fears has…” What they have is two things: 1. A secure fortress and 2. A refuge for their children. Who doesn't want security in this life? And the promise of wisdom is we have a secure fortress. We can't forget that verse 27 tells us, “the fear of the Lord is a fountain of life…” It is a fountain of life while providing those who have the fear of the Lord security and refuge for generations to come. In this message we look at the secure fortress and realize it isn't an abstract or external fortress but one that is internal to very believer. It gives us the confidence of thought and spirit to live out the Gospel in everything we do.

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom… Guess how we get there? Through the Fountain of Life. We have a disconnect in a modern society about the work involved to draw water from a fresh source. We can readily walk to a faucet, turn a handle and have water immediately. Throughout Scripture the work involved in drawing and carrying water was adulation task that would cause people to thirst just from a normal daily task. Solomon and David tell us that the fear of the Lord is a fountain of life that can keep us from the snares of death. For those who place their faith in Jesus, we understand the thirst for knowledge being fulfilled through the Holy Spirit. We understand the thirst for Justice being fulfilled through Jesus' sacrifice. We understand that we can only escape the snare of death by revering the one who has the authority over death. That One is Jesus.

The Wisdom of Solomon screams for the worship of God Almighty. As we continue our journey through Proverbs we find that the fear of the Lord is something besides the beginning of knowledge. It is a Fountain of Life. And whoever possess this fear has a secure fortress and a generational refuge. Who wouldn't want that? But let's not make a mistake and try to leave God out of our pursuits for wisdom. This won't amount to anything but more questions and frustrations.

As we continue through Proverbs we see that wisdom is not hidden like we thought. We tend to believe that we don't have the ability to attain such wisdom and make excuses with all of life because of our poor understanding. The reality is that we are sitting in a place of pride to say that wisdom is unattainable because we have put ourselves not in too low a place but too high to receive. Those who receive this receive it humbly. Those who receive it ask for it. Those who receive act upon it. Those who receive it want to give it away. We find that this wisdom was in the beginning and was a part of the very creation of the universe. Think about this… The wisdom that God used in creating all things is available to all who put their trust in Him. Wow! Who wouldn't want that wisdom? So, why aren't you asking for it?

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge but fools despise wisdom and instruction. You heard that correct you are a fool if you despise the wisdom of the Lord and puff up against the knowledge that the Bible contains. When we realize that we are created in the image of God and reflect His image in the way live our lives, we don't have to wonder why so many of our interactions apart from Him are defined as frustrating or unfulfilling. When we come into submission to the will of the Lord we realize we are where we were supposed to be all along and can live the life He has for us in peace and prosperity.

As we consider many of life's questions and seek answers, we have to ask ourselves some good questions. Where do we find answers? Who are we asking these questions of? What gives them the authority to answer them? When we think about it the closer we get to the source of the stream the more refreshing the water source. When we draw from the Living Water Source we are told we will never thirst again. We have to get closer to the source in order to draw concussions about many of life's biggest questions.

As a child Solomon prayed a prayer like no other child has prayed; “So give your servant a discerning heart to govern your people and to distinguish between right and wrong. For who is able to govern this great people of yours?” So when we see the words of Jesus saying that we should approach Him with “childlike” faith could this be what He is talking about instead of our perception of faith like a child? As a child Solomon asks for discernment and leadership ability beyond his capacity and The Lord granted his request. What should be asking for and bringing to the Lord? A sacrifice of righteousness.

There is a vast difference between trusting someone and putting your trust in someone. The Bible indicates that it is in putting your trust in Christ that you experience the life change that is required to experience all that God has for you. When we are trusting God we experience the onset of a relationship but when we want to go deeper we must trust in God that requires action on our part. It is not enough to acknowledge that you trust God, you must act as if you have put your trust in Him.

As we understand the Promise of Wisdom we also need to understand the Giver of Wisdom. The world will tell you its wisdom in autonomy and individualism and that heir way is freeing you from God. Before you know it you realize you are more ensnared than you ever could have imagined. Anxious, offended, victimized, angry and stuck all of the time they will convince you that it is God who holds you back, when in reality it is God that wants to lift you up.

As we have seen through our time in Proverbs and Psalms, our wisdom informs our worship. We find that wisdom offers us many promises among those are relational edification in the Lord, an abundance of wisdom being available to us, and the reward for choosing wisdom.

As we continue in our journey through Psalms and Proverbs we are encouraged to choose wisdom. Utilizing Proverbs to show us the necessity oh correction and making wise choices and ultimately to heed the warnings of stupidity so that we grow and mature in our relationship to the Lord.

Psalms and Proverbs agree… The wicked will entice and you have a choice to make. Both tells us we must not consent when the wicked entices us. They will entice with promise of gain and never tell you the cost. They will appeal to the desire to belong without change ever taking place. Many will see these enticements and think they are good but by the standards of Scripture they are lies. As we unpack the truths of Palms and Proverbs in hopes that our wisdom will inform our worship.

Opening up the books of Proverbs and Psalms we find out that our wisdom informs our worship. What we are filling our heads and hearts with is what comes out in action in our lives. As we seek to be wise according to The Word we turn to the wisest according to Scripture, Solomon. The wisdom of Solomon meets the worship of his father David to give us the understanding we need to draw closer to the Lord that the Bible reveals.

In the argument to be beneficial we can miss being fruitful. A lot of things can be considered beneficial but in the end the measure of our relationships should be about our fruitfulness. What's the difference? Being beneficial can be about how you feel. Ever gotten a gift that wasn't necessary but made the person who got it for you feel good because they got it. That's the difference. One is fruitful for all it brings joy and usefulness to both parties. The Bible calls believers to be fruitful not just beneficial. In this message we seek to judge our fruitfulness based on the measure of Scripture and not our feelings or the world's opinion.

In the concluding message from 1 Thessalonians 5, all has been said and identified through the modern history of the church and what is being said to us in a modern context and how we can move forward.

In this powerful episode of our 1 Thessalonians 5 series, we dive into the often-overlooked concept of rejecting evil within the church. Paul calls out sins not just of the world but those committed by believers—specifically idleness, being disruptive, and rejecting the teachings of the apostles. We unpack the importance of staying busy with the right things, maintaining the foundation of our faith, and discerning when it's necessary to disassociate from harmful influences. Tune in to learn how to guard your spiritual walk and protect the church from internal disruption. Keywords: 1 Thessalonians 5, rejecting evil, idleness, disruptive believers, apostolic teaching, Christian podcast, spiritual discernment, faith community, church health, personal growth, Biblical teaching.

In this episode of our 1 Thessalonians 5 series, we confront the dangers of holding prophecy in contempt. When we reject or diminish the role of prophecy, the church risks becoming just an institutional gathering, losing its divine vision. We explore the essential role of the five-fold ministry—apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers—and why order in these giftings matters for the church's spiritual health. Learn why embracing your God-given gifts is crucial to advancing the Kingdom and how every believer plays a part in fulfilling God's vision. Keywords: 1 Thessalonians 5, prophecy, five-fold ministry, spiritual gifts, church vision, Christian podcast, apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, teachers, Kingdom of God, faith community.

In this episode, we dive into 1 Thessalonians 5 and explore what it truly means to “quench the Spirit.” Too often, we suppress God's gift of salvation, downplay His authority, and misdirect our worship. This message unpacks how the Holy Spirit is pointing us to worship Jesus, not the Spirit itself. Join us for a powerful discussion on aligning with God's will, understanding the role of the Spirit, and living in true spiritual freedom. Keywords: 1 Thessalonians 5, Holy Spirit, quenching the Spirit, Christian podcast, salvation, spiritual authority, Bible message, worship, faith journey.

**Podcast Episode Description: "Timing & Perspective: 1 Thessalonians 5"**In this first episode of our new series, we dive into 1 Thessalonians 5 and explore how our timing and perspective can greatly affect our ability to live out the commands to "rejoice always," "pray continually," and "give thanks in all circumstances." We'll examine how quenching the Spirit, despising prophecies, and not rejecting evil may be the true obstacles that prevent us from experiencing the fullness of joy, peace, and gratitude that God intends for us. Join us as we unpack these foundational truths and shift our perspective on what it means to live with an unshakeable faith in every season.

In Micah 6:8 we are called to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly. What if I told you the key to understanding this mandate is found in the middle? In our previous message we explored what it means to Love Mercy. Loving mercy is a life lived through The Man in the Middle; Christ Jesus and surrendering to God's will for our lives. As we simply fall in love with Mercy we then have the ability to walk humbly. Once we understand what it means to walk humbly with God, we can then move on to acting justly. In this messaging we explore the danger of trying to act justly without first loving mercy and walking humbly with God. When we do, we find ourselves using Justice as a weapon against an enemy and forget that we were an enemy as well who God called out in our sin by His Mercy.

In Micah 6:8 we are called to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly. What if I told you the key to understanding this mandate is found in the middle? In our previous message we explored what it means to Love Mercy. Loving mercy is a life lived through The Man in the Middle; Christ Jesus and surrendering to God's will for our lives. As we simply fall in love with Mercy we then have the ability to walk humbly. In this message we explore what a life in submission to Christ looks like and how we can lean in to Jesus because He cares for us.

In Micah 6:8, we are called to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with our God. In this message, we explore what it truly means to “Love Mercy,” from our understanding of Jesus being Mercy in the Middle.

In Micah 6:8, we are called to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with our God. In this message, we explore how Jesus is “Mercy in the Middle”- standing between Justice and humility as the perfect example of grace. Join us as we dive into how we can live out this divine balance in our daily lives, letting Christ's mercy guide our actions and hearts by placing our faith in Mercy in the Middle.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. In this series we are going to open up the final book of the Bible to see what the completeness of God's Word has to speak to us about what was, what is and what is to come. In this message we step out of the addresses to the church and right into the middle of the throne room. As the Holy Spirit calls upon John to Come Up Here, he gets a glimpse of heaven and the One seated on the throne. Everything else find its meaning and purpose from the One seated on the throne.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge, ancient truth with modern relevance.

The most misunderstood and generally least read/taught book of the Bible: Revelation. Each week, we unravel the profound symbolism and significance behind the events of the book of Revelation. Whether you are a seasoned theologian, curious seeker, or someone exploring spirituality our discussions bridge, ancient truth with modern relevance.