Podcast Summary: The Gospel Truth with Andrew Wommack
Episode: Are You Satisfied with Jesus? – Episode 9
Date: January 15, 2026
Host: Andrew Wommack
Overview
This episode, nearing the end of Andrew Wommack’s two-week series "Are You Satisfied with Jesus?", explores the sufficiency of Jesus for every believer. Andrew delves into what it means to truly be satisfied with Jesus, contrasting a faith based on tangible experience with one rooted in God’s Word. He uses biblical examples—Philip, the Centurion, and Thomas—to highlight the difference between fleshly and spiritual understanding and to emphasize the greater blessing of faith that trusts in God’s Word alone.
Key Discussion Points and Insights
1. The Source of True Satisfaction (00:30–04:00)
- John 14: Philip’s request to see the Father reveals a lack of satisfaction in just knowing Jesus. Andrew stresses, “If you've got Jesus, you've got everything. You should be satisfied.”
- Problem of Carnal Perspective: Many, like Philip, only relate to Jesus in the physical, missing out on the fullness He offers spiritually.
2. Relating to God in Spirit, Not Flesh (04:01–06:30)
- Obstacle of the Physical: Knowing Jesus “after the flesh” (2 Corinthians 5:16) blinds people to His true glory.
- Vehicle Analogy: Andrew explains, “Our flesh is like our vehicle... People knew the vehicle that Jesus was in, but they didn't see who was really inside.”
- Spiritual Connection: Jesus said, “God is a spirit, and those who worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.” (John 4)
3. Faith in the Word versus Faith in Experience (06:31–13:30)
- Centurion’s Faith (Matthew 8): The centurion believed Jesus’ word alone could heal his servant. Jesus “marveled” at his faith—one of only two times scripture records Jesus marveling.
- Andrew: “A faith that makes Jesus marvel is worth analyzing... He understood authority. He says, 'You just speak the word, and that's enough.'”
- Thomas’s Doubt (John 20): Thomas required physical proof of the resurrection, unlike those who believe simply by the Word.
- Andrew: “‘Except I shall see...I will not believe.’ Did you know not believing is a choice?” (09:06)
4. The Choice of Faith or Unbelief (13:31–16:40)
- Faith Comes by Hearing (Romans 10:17): Andrew emphasizes believers must choose whether to focus on God’s Word or on worldly influences.
- Andrew: “Unbelief comes because you are being dominated by things that are contrary to the word of God.”
- Isaiah 26:3: “The Lord will keep you in perfect peace if your mind is stayed upon Him.”
5. Greater Blessing for Those Who Believe Without Seeing (16:41–18:30)
- Jesus to Thomas: “‘Thomas, because thou hast seen me, you have believed: blessed are they that have not seen and yet have believed.’ Man, that's huge.” (09:14)
- Application: There’s a special blessing for faith based only on the Word, not on signs, visions, or tangible proof.
6. Andrew’s Personal Testimony (18:31–22:06)
- His Shift in Faith: Raised Baptist, Andrew only expected to experience salvation, not miracles. After baptism in the Holy Spirit, he recognized God still does supernatural works.
- Temptation to Seek Experiences: Influenced by others’ stories of visions and miracles, Andrew began to desire tangible signs.
- Turning Point: “When I saw [the Centurion and Thomas], I quit asking God for a special prophecy, vision, dream, or audible voice. I said, ‘God, I want to operate in your best. I want the greater blessing that this centurion got.’”
- Effect: Since then, Andrew finds himself overlooked for prophetic words at meetings, which he now sees as God honoring his choice to trust the Word alone.
7. Flesh vs. Spirit Worship (22:07–27:00)
- Contemporary Worship Shortcomings: Many Christians are dominated by emotions and approach God “in the flesh”—whining, complaining, feeling defeated.
- Andrew: “In the spirit, you aren't discouraged... the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, and temperance.”
- Perspective on Suffering: Without a spiritual outlook, life is bound to disappoint, but the promise of heaven and spiritual renewal enables joy and praise even in hardship. (Examples: Paul in prison, Acts 16)
- Living by the Spirit: “Even if your body is hurting, you can just be having an awesome, awesome time with God.”
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- “If you've got Jesus, you've got everything. You should be satisfied.” (00:56)
- “Our flesh is like our vehicle... People knew the vehicle that Jesus was in, but they didn't see who was really inside.” (02:25)
- “A faith that makes Jesus marvel is worth analyzing and looking at.” (07:35)
- “Unbelief doesn't just come upon you like a seizure... It comes because of what you're focused on.” (10:25)
- “There is a greater blessing on believing the Word than if you were to have a vision of angels...” (09:14)
- “I want to operate in your best. I want to operate in the highest form of faith.” (21:05)
- “If all there was is the physical natural world... something would be wrong with you if you aren't depressed. But because we are a new person in Christ... you can have peace and you can have joy and you can have a relationship with God.” (24:10)
- “You need to learn who you are in the Spirit and you need to start relating to God.” (25:05)
Timestamps for Important Segments
- 00:30–04:00 – Introduction: The sufficiency of Jesus (John 14)
- 04:01–06:30 – Knowing Jesus after the flesh vs. spirit
- 06:31–09:13 – The centurion’s faith and Jesus’ response (Matthew 8)
- 09:14–13:30 – Thomas’s unbelief and Jesus’ blessing for those who believe without seeing (John 20)
- 13:31–16:40 – How faith and unbelief are choices shaped by focus
- 16:41–18:30 – Jesus’ greater blessing for faith in the unseen Word
- 18:31–22:06 – Andrew’s personal journey from seeking experiences to trusting the Word
- 22:07–27:00 – Practical encouragement: living by the Spirit, not the flesh
Final Thoughts
Andrew Wommack passionately argues for a faith rooted in God’s Word, above physical or emotional experiences. True satisfaction is found only in Jesus, and deeper relationship with Him comes when believers worship in spirit and truth—not relying on fleeting feelings or signs. The episode calls listeners to evaluate what their faith is rooted in and invites them to seek the “greater blessing” of trusting God’s promises alone.
For further study: Listeners are encouraged to access Andrew’s booklet "Are You Satisfied with Jesus?" and other resources on the ministry’s website.