In this powerful episode from Song of Solomon chapter 4, Alex explores three beautiful ways Christ expresses His love for the church. Discover how Jesus pursues us with:

* Legal Love - He enters into an unbreakable covenant with us

* Affectionate Love - He calls us friends and delights in our company

* Passionate Love - He gave His life on the cross out of crazy love for us

Just like Solomon's bride is described as "a garden locked," believers are securely "locked in" with Christ - never to be separated from His love. This intimate picture from Scripture will transform how you see your relationship with Jesus and inspire you to bear fruit as His beloved.

Key Takeaway: When we truly understand how Christ sees us - beautiful, secure, and deeply loved - our lives naturally become fruitful gardens that reflect His glory.

Perfect for anyone wanting to deepen their relationship with Jesus and understand the security we have in Him.

Hosts: Alex & LokelaniSeries: Song of Solomon Study

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How to Walk Step by Step with Jesus Every Day | Song of Solomon 3:6-11

What does it mean to truly follow Jesus? In this powerful sermon from Song of Solomon 3:6-11, we explore the beautiful picture of walking side by side with our King - not ahead of Him, not behind Him, but right by His side where He calls us to be.

Just as God took Eve from Adam's side (not his head or his feet), Jesus the second Adam calls us to walk step by step with Him. Through the imagery of Solomon's wedding procession, we see how Christ protects, provides for, and ultimately sacrifices everything - including His life - so that we can stand by His side as His bride, the church.

This isn't about earning our place through good works, but about understanding that we smell like sweet incense to God because we're IN Christ. His side was pierced so you could stand by it.

Key Scripture: Song of Solomon 3:6-11, John 19:31-37, Revelation 5:9-10, Revelation 19:16

What makes a truly godly wedding? In this episode, we explore Song of Solomon 3:6-11 and discover why Solomon's wedding was radically different from modern American weddings. We discuss biblical gender roles, God's design for marriage, and how every earthly wedding points to our ultimate relationship with Christ. Plus, we share practical insights for planning Christ-centered weddings and living out biblical masculinity and femininity.

Questions #28. What happens after death to those not united to Christ by faith?

What are you searching for? In this powerful episode, we dive deep into Song of Solomon 3:1-5 to explore the universal human longing for safety, security, and love. Through the lens of a woman's desperate nighttime search for her beloved, we uncover three profound truths about our spiritual journey.

We begin with the story of the thief on the cross from Luke 23:39-43, setting the stage for understanding how God meets us in our most desperate moments. Then we explore what we're truly searching for - that deep desire for safety that drives us to seek security in all the wrong places. From the safest place (our bed) to our most vulnerable moments (our dreams), we examine why separation from God creates such profound anxiety in our hearts.

Discover how the fear of separation drives us to search frantically in the wrong places, and learn where true safety can actually be found. Just as the woman in Song of Solomon found her beloved "scarcely" past the watchmen, we'll see how Jesus is closer than we think - even in our darkest nightmares.

This episode challenges listeners to stop searching for safety in the wrong places and instead find their security in the One who entered our nightmare to end our separation forever. Through the cross, Jesus promises that our spiritual nightmare is over - we'll never be truly unsafe or alone again.

Key Takeaway: Repent from searching for safety in the wrong places. Face your separation and find Jesus in the scarcity.

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What if your biggest insecurity isn't actually bigger than belonging to Jesus? In this raw and honest episode, Alex and Loke dive deep into Song of Solomon 2:14-17 to uncover what insecurity really is and how to break free from it. From hiding in our "secure places" to learning to catch the little foxes that spoil our relationships, this episode will challenge how you think about your worth and identity.

Key Timestamps:

* 00:00 - Intro: Why we're uncomfortable talking about God's deep love for us

* 05:24 - Reading Song of Solomon 2:14-17

* 06:33 - What is insecurity? (Spoiler: it's about feeling unseen)

* 12:10 - Alex and Loke get vulnerable about their biggest insecurities

* 16:41 - Why we stay insecure: The little foxes that spoil relationships

* 22:33 - Plot twist: Catching foxes should actually be fun

* 24:54 - The real solution to insecurity (hint: it's not self-improvement)

* 30:13 - The question that changes everything about belonging

* 31:23 - After the Amen: Personal stories about being misunderstood

Main Takeaways:

* Insecurity = feeling unseen in areas you care deeply about

* Jesus calls us out of hiding because He sees us completely and still chooses us

* The "little foxes" are small things that destroy our relationships with God and others

* True security comes from knowing you belong to Christ, not from fixing yourself

Perfect for: Anyone struggling with self-doubt, people-pleasing, or feeling like they don't measure up. If you've ever hidden parts of yourself because you're afraid of being rejected, this episode is for you.

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Waiting for Love: What the Bible Says About Marriage & Jesus' Return

Welcome back to another episode of Amen Podcast! Alex and Lokelani are broadcasting from the beautiful North Shore of Kauai, Hawaii, at the Hawaii Leadership Residency.

Episode Overview

In this powerful message, we dive deep into Song of Songs 2:8-13 to explore the biblical perspective on waiting - both for marriage and for the return of our Lord Jesus Christ. If you're in a season of waiting and wondering what's next, this episode is for you.

What We Cover:

🔹 What Waiting Looks Like (verses 8-9)

* The balance between bounding over obstacles and respecting boundaries

* How Jesus jumped over mountains to reach us while still being a gentleman

🔹 Why Waiting Is Hard (verses 10-11)

* The importance of "beholding" - recognizing the signs of your season

* Not getting stuck in navel-gazing but looking up to see God's timing

🔹 How to Wait Well (verses 12-13)

* Looking for blossoming in your life and relationships

* Trusting God's perfect timing in all seasons

Key Takeaways:

✅ Healthy desire for your future spouse is actually a GOOD sign ✅ Jesus calls us at the "springtime of our soul" - His timing is perfect ✅ Being around godly married couples helps singles wait well ✅ Don't isolate yourself from church community during difficult seasons

Practical Application:

We end with our "After the Event" segment where we ask: Are you trusting His timing? Listen as Alex and Lokman share personal applications and practical advice for waiting well.

About Hawaii Leadership Residency

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* Attend house church teachings from various teachers

* Serve the local Kauai community

* Work with local kids through camp programs

* Grow in community with other believers

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Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome from Kauai 01:17 - Introduction to waiting for marriage & Jesus' return03:01 - Song of Songs 2:8-13 reading 04:06 - What waiting looks like: Bounding & Boundaries 08:26 - Jesus stands at the door and knocks (Rev 3:20) 11:12 - Why waiting is hard: The importance of beholding 16:42 - How to wait: Looking for blossoming 18:32 - Jesus as the gardener of our souls 24:47 - After the Event Q&A segment

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