Each episode of “The King’s Kid” will include a conversation-style recording, where Matt will discuss how allegiance to King Jesus contributes to his understanding of Christian life in our postmodern world.
Please keep in mind that the audio quality may vary since these Podcasts are spontaneously recorded on multiple devices.
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Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Shepherds, Teachers, AKA A.P.E.S.T. comes from Ephesians 4. Are these callings being misused, unused, or both?
Matt discusses how complicated people are and what Jesus might have to say to those battling mental health problems.
In this episode, Matt talks through comparisons of business spammers to some forms of Christian marketing. Is better marketing helping our witness or just falling on deaf ears? Fair Warning: audio quality is poor as Matt recorded this one while driving on the highway
In this episode, Matt questions the modern Christian assumption that God desires all of His people to be financially successful.
In this episode, Matt discusses how people on all sides of various beliefs feel they are right by their followers’ affirmation. Matt tries to think through why affirmation alone proves nothing, and he tries to promote a humble Spirit regardless of how right we think we are.
In this episode, Matt talks through why churches were never meant to be businesses. But does that mean he wants to eliminate them altogether?
Matt talks through what the Western institutional church is doing. Is it the most faithful model? Is the church model the most important thing? Tune in to hear Matt discuss it over a phone recording while driving, as usual.
Matt discusses what the Western Church often misses when talking about Christ’s self-sacrificial death.
In this episode, Matt gives a brief update on the new changes in his life and then talks through the dangers of siloing.
Matt shares stories of suffering and talks through how we can connect with Jesus—the suffering servant and slaughtered lamb—through our own trials and pain.
Matt talks about the horrifying events in Afghanistan, compares it to America, and prays for the people remaining and the refugees seeking asylum.
Today, Matt turns 32. For his birthday, he wants all who listen to hear his heart on the importance of holding to the non-violence of Jesus.
Matt is filled with thoughts on this episode (longest TKK episode to date). He discusses The Rise and Fall of Mars Hills podcast, Jesus and John Wayne book, the dangers of Calvinism theology, what on earth is happening in our churches and the need for more missional communities today.
Matt brings everyone up to date on what has been going on lately, and gives a word about the need for slowing down when deconstructing.
Matt discusses why the church at large and the operation of the Institutionalized Church needs to be uncomfortable in order to reach the world with the love of Jesus.
Matt talks about how he feels held back from being ministered to by the Spirit when churches do not take the Pandemic seriously. But is he wrong? Listen in as he wrestles with a lesson that he believes God is teaching him in this season.
Matt discusses his favorite “required reading” books throughout seminary as well as his favorite books he has read on his own.
Matt discusses the importance of striving for unity among all believers, regardless of how different their secondary beliefs are.
Matt had the opportunity to ask a question to his favorite theologian. Hear who it is and how you can listen in!
Matt discusses the major differences between the God of the Old Testament and the New Testament. If we see the Father when we see the Son, how do we reconcile such vast differences?
Matt shares a story of a long conversation he had with an old family friend who seems to love Jesus yet have racism in her heart. In real time, Matt battles to reconcile the good from the bad.
Why was God attributed by Old Testament authors as being pleased by the aroma of animal sacrifices? Was this God’s preferred method or did he accommodate to Ancient Near East beliefs? How does Jesus and the Old Testament God make sense of one another? Let’s discuss!
Matt discusses the joint statement on LGBTQ+ History month from the Archbishop of Canterbury and Archbishop of York.
Matt discusses how wearing a mask is one of the ways Christians can love their neighbor.
Matt discusses "cancel culture" and its danger in a society that tries to promote civil discourse.
Joe Biden is officially the 46th President of the United States. Listen in on my brief thoughts on this historic day.
Matt discusses the ways that White ministers have failed us. He then provides why, for him, it is time to elevate Ministers of Color to be our primary source for scholarly advice, pastoral care, and solid theological framework.
Does God trust us? Do we have free will? Does He know everything that will happen in the future? Does He trust us?
Is the Gospel Jesus' death and resurrection? Is it a ticket to heaven? Is it freedom from sin? Or is it Jesus Himself?
Matt shares 10 Christmas quotes from his favorite ministers and theologians, all from different Christian denominations and traditions. All of these quotes are available on wayhousemedia.com for reference. Merry Christmas!
Matt hits record and starts talking about Panera Bread, speaking in tongues, being a witness, and more.
Does the Holy Spirit work through all types of music or only Christian music? Should we avoid Bethel worship? Just some late-night thoughts from Matt.
Matt talks about Charles Parham, William Seymour, the Azusa Street Revival and Divine Accommodation.