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Mavericks & Misfits with Jeff Lyle

Mavericks & Misfits with Jeff Lyle

By: Charisma Podcast Network
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With all the mixed signals being sent out about God’s Kingdom, we need a spot to land and a place to live in the faith. Standing in front of Jesus, Pilate asked the epic question, “What is truth?” He wasn’t the last person to wonder. Amidst all the fading trends and fossilized traditions that pass themselves off as Christianity, many Jesus-followers find themselves spiritually homeless, living without a tribe to which they can connect. There has to be a landing spot for mavericks and misfits - a place they can call their home. Jeff Lyle, a self-declared church maverick and ministry misfit, hosts this podcast in order to cut through through all the incomplete, inaccurate and inadequate expression of modern Christianity. In the end, for all mavericks and misfits looking for God’s answers to life, eternity, relationships, culture and theology... home should always be where the truth is. Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality
Episodes
  • Faith Under the Microscope
    Jul 29 2025

    Episode 252: Faith Under the Microscope

    In this deep dive into the themes of Galatians Chapter 5, we are encouraged to reflect on the true essence of our faith. The pivotal question posed to us is whether our lives bear the evidence of being genuine followers of Jesus. It is easy to declare our faith with words, but this passage challenges us to consider whether the Spirit manifests through our actions and choices. Galatians 5:16-25 emphasizes the contrast between living by the Spirit, which brings forth love, joy, peace, and self-control, and living according to the flesh, marked by immorality, jealousy, and dissension. This comparison serves as a mirror to our souls, urging us to evaluate which list more accurately describes our lives. The spiritual insight here highlights the necessity of a transformation that is both internal and evident through our behavior. It challenges us to renounce superficial confessions and embrace a faith that truly changes us from the inside out, aligning our daily walk with the Spirit's path.

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    39 mins
  • Examining Crucial Evidence
    Jul 22 2025

    Episode 251: Examining Crucial Evidence

    In today's episode of Mavericks & Misfits, we delve deep into the critical issue of ensuring that our faith aligns with the true message of Jesus rather than a misrepresented gospel. This challenge is brought to light through another profound contemplation of Romans 6, which urges us to recognize that sin no longer has dominion over us once we have been genuinely set free by Christ. This passage compels us to reflect on our own lives and question whether we are truly walking in freedom, or if we've become comfortable with sin under the guise of grace. The significance of this scripture is profound; it not only reminds us that grace is meant to liberate us but also challenges us to present ourselves as instruments of righteousness. Are we living as true slaves to righteousness, or are we unknowingly bound by sin? This question invites us to assess who truly masters our lives; it also pushes us to realign with the holiness and power Christ offers every true Christian. As we reflect, let's ensure our spiritual journey is one of authentic transformation and true alignment with God's will.

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    36 mins
  • Freed from Sin
    Jul 15 2025

    Episode 250: Freed from Sin

    In this compelling episode, we're invited to ponder the profound relationship between Christians and sin, bringing a deeper understanding of our redemption in Christ. The key scriptural focus from Romans 6 addresses whether we should continue sinning so that grace may abound. The answer is a resounding 'By no means!' This scripture reminds us that through Jesus' death and resurrection, we’ve died to sin and are reborn to live a new life characterized by righteousness. We're challenged to reflect on our own lives: do we genuinely live in the victory over sin that Jesus has won for us, or do we fall into antinomian beliefs, where grace is misconstrued as a license to sin? This episode emphasizes the importance of a transformational experience that accompanies true salvation, urging us to examine whether we've experienced the radical change of heart that marks true believers. The teaching inspires us to explore this transformation, embrace our new identity in Christ, and reject the flippancy toward sin that hinders our faith journey.

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    35 mins
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