Thinking Allowed with Michael Wilson

Can one truly experience joy while surrounded by chaos? Is it feasible to embrace joy in every moment of life? In his exploration, Michael draws upon the powerful example of Jesus to illuminate how we can cultivate a sense of joy, even when faced with life's toughest challenges. Through insightful reflections and practical guidance, he reveals how embracing joy can provide strength and resilience...

How can we live in peace in a world filled with conflict? Is peace on earth achievable? In this episode, Michael shares some principles for fostering a peaceful life. It is indeed possible to experience genuine peace even amid conflicts.

What should you do when you’ve lost hope? Advent is a season centered on hope. Using Abraham as an example, Michael explores how to regain hope when all seems lost.

What should we do when God doesn’t respond to our requests as we hoped? Jesus experienced this as well, and his response teaches us about trust and submission, which results in our formation as mature sons and daughters.

Prayer is designed to form us, yet too often we approach it with the goal of shaping our circumstances instead. Michael takes a deep dive into The Lord's Prayer, exploring each line as a powerful tool for transforming us into mature sons and daughters of God.

For many, prayer is simply something they do rather than a conversation they engage in. However, our Heavenly Father has given us the beautiful gift of prayer to enable a two-way conversation with Him. This makes prayer a relational experience. In this episode, I will establish that prayer is indeed relational and that practicing it correctly forms us into mature sons and daughters.

Is God in control, or is He simply in charge? This is a question I've pondered deeply over time. At one point, I firmly believed that God was in control of every aspect of our lives. However, I've come to the realization that He is actually in charge, which suggests a different relationship with the world and our choices. In this episode, I'll delve into this concept further, exploring the implica...

Christians are called to embrace unity rather than foster division among themselves. We can disagree without being hostile. However, I have noticed Christians excluding other Christians simply because they vote differently. This should not be the case. In Christ, there is neither Democrat nor Republican; yet within the church, we divide, bite and devour one another.

In the past, I embraced the concept of the 7 Mountain Mandate, a belief that advocates for Christians to have a dominant presence in the seven spheres of cultural influence. I no longer hold to it. In this episode, I delve into the reasons behind this change of perspective and provide a detailed explanation.

Growing up I was taught to believe in the idea that the Church would be raptured out before a 7-year tribulation period. However, after much consideration and reflection, this teaching does not align with my current beliefs. In this episode, I will delve into the specific reasons why I no longer adhere to this belief, exploring the theological, historical, and personal factors that led to my chang...

I no longer believe in tithing due to the manipulative and fear-based tactics often used to teach it. I firmly believe in Spirit-led giving, and I discuss the difference in this episode.

Do you feel the need for spiritual covering? Are you seeking a ministry leader to shield you from spiritual attacks and attract additional blessings and favor in your life? I once believed that was essential, but my perspective has shifted. Join me in this episode as I explore why I’ve changed my mind.

Why did Jesus go to the cross? Was it to suffer God's wrath and abandonment? Was it to suffer my punishment? Did God pour out his anger on Jesus? I used to believe this, but I no longer do. In this episode, I explore why Jesus died from a different perspective than Penal Substitution.

I once believed that God was an angry judge, which made me live a life of constant performance. That belief no longer holds true for me. I am now certain that God is a loving, good Father who always has our backs.

You were born to be loved! It's crucial to embrace this truth as it will revolutionize how we see God, ourselves, and others. This understanding is fundamental to mastering the art of loving well.

After his resurrection, Jesus asks Simon Peter three times, "Do you love me?" following Peter's previous betrayal. This story of redemption and hope teaches us about loving well.

According to Jesus, it's impossible to serve both God and money because you will end up prioritizing one over the other. Therefore, the key to loving well is to have a singular focus on love, ensuring that it's not divided by competing priorities such as the pursuit of wealth.

Justice and the love of God are interconnected. Jesus emphasizes their significance and warns against neglecting them. Discover how even when doing the right things, one can still overlook the justice of God.

God sent Jesus to save the world because of his love for it. He doesn't condemn us; rather, he does everything in his power to save us. Because God doesn't condemn the world, neither should we!

Jesus instructs his followers to love others as they have been loved. This command serves as a crucial measure of our commitment to being disciples of Jesus. It also allows the world to assess the church and determine whether we are genuinely living out the teachings of Jesus.

If we are going to mature as Christians, it's important that we learn how to express love towards those who oppose us and extend blessings to those who seek to harm us. While this may not be easy, it is definitely within reach with effort and faith.

Learning to love well involves understanding and embracing the complexities of loving our neighbor. It's important to recognize that our neighbor may not always fit our expectations or ideals. InsertRetryShorten it

Jesus unequivocally stated that the greatest commandment in the Law is to love God with all of our heart, mind, soul, and strength. Is this commandment still applicable today? What insights can we glean from this commandment as we live under the New Covenant? Most importantly, how can we strive to love more deeply and authentically?

Christians are to be known for their love for people. In this series, Michael Wilson delves into various scriptures in the four Gospels that mention love to understand how to love well.