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Metro Christian Church, Honolulu Hawaii

317 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratings

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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Episodes

You CAN Hear From God!

May 07, 2023 17:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Many of us think that God speaks to the elite few, but that couldn't be further from the truth. If we learn how to train our ear to the still, small voice of God, we can hear His voice in our everyday lives. For more info on upcoming events or find a Growth Group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Who is God?

May 01, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MB

Many of us come to God with preconcieved notions of who He is, which impacts how we approach Him. But if we can turn to the God of the bible, we can experience Jesus the way He reveals Himself.  For more info on what's going on at Metro, or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com  Support the show

Rhythms of Rooted

April 24, 2023 17:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MB

Even if you clap off beat, it's important to have rhythm in life. But we're not talking about music -- rather, we follow the rhythm of a disciple who is living like Jesus. To find out more about upcoming events or find a Growth Group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

On the Beach with Jesus

April 17, 2023 17:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

How was your Easter monday? At the first Easter, the disciples weren't having a relaxing day at the beach -- they were questioning everything. But, just like for us, their lives were changed when Jesus showed up. For more info on upcoming events or to find a growth group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Your Story Isn't Over

April 10, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MB

Pastor Brandon Ahu shares some Easter memories while teeaching us how the story of Jesus -- his life, death, and resurrection -- continues with us. For more info on upcoming events or to find a Growth Group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Get in Line for Jesus

April 03, 2023 17:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

We always want the best -- so why not have the best? Today, Pastor Elwin Ahu talks about why we should always line up for Jesus. For more info on what's going on at Metro or to find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Proof Positive

March 20, 2023 17:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MB

What does it mean to have proof of Jesus in our life? Today, Pastor Elwin Ahu walks us through Mark 8 and introduces Rooted, a new discipleship program we're very excited about. To find out more about it, head to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com/rooted Support the Show.

The Heart of a Servant

March 20, 2023 17:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MB

Pastor Brandon Ahu walks us through Mark 9 and 10 as we learn what it means to live like Jesus by having the heart of a servant. To learn more about what's going on at Metro, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Religion vs The Gospel

March 13, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB

Pastor Mike Brock challenges us to reject the white-washed tomb of the pharisees in exchange for Jesus's unforced rhythms of grace. To find more about Metro or join a growth group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Don't Have Enough? God Can Turn Little into Much!

March 06, 2023 17:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

Pastor Brandon Ahu walks us through Mark 6 with Jesus hopping from action to action. There's a lot to unpack here, so buckle in and get ready to be changed by Jesus! For more info on what's happening here at Metro or find a growth group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Jesus Sets Us Free

February 27, 2023 17:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

If you feel stuck (like three townies in Molokai) you're not alone, and you're not helpless: Jesus can set us free, no matter the circumstances. To find our more about our church or to find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Growing God's Kingdom

February 20, 2023 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

Pastor Mike Brock teaches us how even if we think we have the smallest resources, we can make a huge impact in the Kingdom of God. For more info on upcoming events, or to find a connect group, head to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Jesus Gathers the Crowds

February 13, 2023 17:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

Why do people gather in huge crowds? Music festivals, big games, or celebrations draw us together but they're not all equal. Jesus gathered crowds to Him not for entertainment but to change their lives.  For more info on what's going on at Metro or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Introduction to the Gospel of Mark

February 06, 2023 17:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MB

Pastor Brandon gives us an intro to the Gospel of Mark, starting a new series on the action-packed Good News of the Kingdom of God.  For more info on what's going on at Metro or find a connect group, head to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

What God Says About Forgiveness

January 30, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 46 MB

In this powerful time of communion, Pastor Mike Brock walks us through the hurts we may be hanging on to and how we can, through God's grace, forgive.  This message has an attached worksheet, which can be found here: bit.ly/MetroCommunion For more info on upcoming events or to find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Choose Jesus | Happy 11th Anniversary, Metro!

January 23, 2023 17:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

Happy 11th, Metro 'Ohana! Join us as Pastors Elwin, Brandon, and Mike look to the past to form Metro's future of helping people be changed by Jesus so they can live like Jesus. For more info or to find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com  Support the Show.

Time to Change!

January 16, 2023 17:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Pastor Brandon Ahu encourages us to take the steps necessary for God to change our lives. For more info on an upcoming event or to find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com  Support the Show.

Start Over | Pastor Elwin Ahu

January 09, 2023 17:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Pastor Elwin Ahu teaches us how to have a fresh restart -- God's way. For more info on upcoming events or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Pastor Brandon Ahu -- In the Beginning!

January 02, 2023 17:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

Happy New Year! To kick the year off, Lead Pastor Brandon Ahu encourages us to start the year off right by putting Jesus at the center of our lives. For more info on what's going on at Metro or to find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Pastor Elwin Ahu -- Giving the Gift

December 26, 2022 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MB

Merry Christmas! To celebrate Jesus's birthday, Pastor Elwin encourages us to do something with the gift He's given us. For more info on what's going on at Metro, or to find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Pastor Brandon Ahu -- There's No Place Like Home

December 25, 2022 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

Merry Christmas! On the eve of a wonderful morning, Pastor Brandon teaches us how Jesus can make home wherever we are if we would let Him. For more information on upcoming events or to find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Pastor Brandon Ahu - Too Busy to be Present

December 19, 2022 17:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MB

With Christmas right around the corner, we can get lost in the tyranny of what's urgent -- however, if we can trust God enough to slow down and listen to Him, we can experience the gift of His presence. To find out more about what's going on at Metro or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Pastor Elwin -- How to Keep Getting Invited to Parties

December 12, 2022 17:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

Founding Pastor Elwin Ahu talks about how when we bring our best to wherever God has placed us, we can make a difference in our communities. To find a connect group or find information on an upcoming event, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com  Support the Show.

Pastor Brandon Ahu - The Gift of Presence

December 05, 2022 17:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

As we begin the Christmas season, Psator Brandon Ahu encourages us to turn our attention to the real gift of life -- God's presence. To find more info about an upcoming events or get plugged into a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Pastor Elwin Ahu -- Rejoice in the Lord

November 27, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

Founding Pastor Elwin Ahu teaches us how to keep our eye on the donut, and not the hole! We can find contentment by choosing joy in Jesus. For more information on an upcoming event, or to find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Indestructible Joy

November 21, 2022 17:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

Pastor Mike Brock encourages us to have an indestructible faith that isn't dependent on circumstance. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Gratitude vs Grumbling

November 14, 2022 17:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

We all have things in our lives we grumble about. Pastor Brandon teaches us how we can let God turn that grumbling into gratitude. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Choose Joy

November 07, 2022 17:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MB

Pastor Elwin Ahu encourages us to find joy in every situation -- even in the bad ones. For more information, or to find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Pastors Yas and Mo Handall -- Leaving Things Better Than You Found Them

October 31, 2022 17:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MB

Special Guests Yas and Mo Handall teach us the importance of leaving a legacy God's way, no matter our situations. To register for an upcoming event, or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

How to Stop Being Stressed, Anxious, and Worried!

October 24, 2022 17:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MB

Pastor Brandon Ahu gives us biblical guidance on dealing with the stress, anxiety, and worries of life. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com  Support the Show.

How to Stop Being Stressed, Anxious, and Worried!

October 24, 2022 17:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MB

Pastor Brandon Ahu gives us biblical guidance on dealing with the stress, anxiety, and worries of life. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com  Support the show

Spiritual Families

October 17, 2022 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

Pastor Mike Brock teaches us about being a spiritual leader of our families, no matter our role. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Blended Families

October 10, 2022 17:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MB

Founding Pastor Elwin Ahu teaches us how we can live like Jesus no matter what our families look like. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Instructions Not Included: Modern Family

October 03, 2022 17:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MB

Can a family be biblical even if they're dysfunctional? How is a family like a sushi roll? Pastor Brandon Ahu kicks off our "Instructions Not Included" series with encouragement for our families. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Healthy Families

September 26, 2022 17:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

Pastor Elwin Ahu teaches us how families centered on Jesus can become a cornerstone for changing our world. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Transformational Discipleship

September 19, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

Pastor Elwin Ahu teaches us about the power of discipleship that transforms us from the inside out. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com  Support the Show.

Impactful Services

September 12, 2022 17:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

Pastor Brandon Ahu reminds us of the importance of worshiping Jesus together as a church, as well as encourages us to get involved! To find a connect group or get more info on an upcoming event, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com  Support the Show.

Affecting the Community

September 06, 2022 21:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MB

Pastor Elwin Ahu invites us to put our faith into action by getting involved in our communities. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the show

Affecting the Community

September 06, 2022 21:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MB

Pastor Elwin Ahu invites us to put our faith into action by getting involved in our communities. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Fresh Evangelism: Becoming Fishers of Men

August 29, 2022 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MB

Pastor Mike Brock shares a new vision for how the church can reach people for Jesus. To find a connect group or register for an upcoming event, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com  Support the Show.

Mission - How We Live Like Jesus

August 22, 2022 17:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

Pastor Elwin Ahu teaches us how to live on mission by putting our faith into action. To find a connect group or register for an upcoming event, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com  Support the Show.

Jesus Impersonators - How we are changed by Jesus

August 15, 2022 17:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

Lead Pastor Brandon Ahu teaches us about being formed into the image of Christ so that we can live like Him. To register for an upcoming event or join a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com  Support the Show.

Let's Roll - The 2 Wheels of Formation and Mission

August 08, 2022 17:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

Lead Pastor Brandon Ahu casts vision for the two wheels that drive our church: formation and mission. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Communion Together

August 01, 2022 10:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

Pastor Frieda Takaki teaches us about communing with God through prayer. We invite you to take communion as a rememberance of what God has done for us at the end of this message. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com  Support the Show.

Communion Together

August 01, 2022 10:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

Pastor Frieda Takaki teaches us about communing with God through prayer. We invite you to take communion as a rememberance of what God has done for us at the end of this message. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com  Support the show

Giving Together

July 25, 2022 17:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

Pastor Brandon Ahu encourages us to choose radical generosity in our time, energy, skills, and finances. To register for an upcoming event for find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Bringing Our Best

July 11, 2022 01:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MB

Pastor Mike Brock teaches us how we can use what is right in front of us to build God's Kingdom. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

We Are Better Because of YOU

July 04, 2022 17:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB

Pastor Brandon Ahu teaches us about why WE are more important than ME. For more information on any upcoming events or to find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com  Support the Show.

Don't Talk About It, Be About It

June 20, 2022 17:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

Happy Father's Day, and Happy Juneteenth! Pastor Brandon invites us to get into the arena and go do the things Jesus tells us to do. To register for an upcoming event or find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.

Who Are You Becoming?

June 20, 2022 17:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

Who do you resemble in life -- or, more importantly, who should you resemble? Pastor Elwin Ahu teaches us about making our lives reflect Jesus before leading us in communion. For more info on anything we discussed, or to find a connect group, head over to our website: www.metrochristianchurch.com Support the Show.