The Leftovers
Welcome to The Leftovers! Each week, we bring you rich insights and deep discussions that didn’t make it into Sunday’s message. Join us as we explore theological perspectives, cultural context, and practical applications to uncover life-changing truths. Whether you’re seeking to grow in God’s Word or looking for ways to live out Jesus’ teachings, there’s something here for you. For questions related to the podcast send us an email at lyndsey@revivify.church.
The Leftovers
Episode 30 - Fasting, Sabbath, and Asceticism
Finding balance between legalism and grace is a struggle many Christians face. In Colossians 2:16-23, Paul reminds us that religious practices are merely shadows pointing to Christ, who is the substance. We often fall into legalism because it's easier to follow rules than transform our hearts. Modern examples include spiritual elitism, excessive busyness, and self-denial to earn God's favor. True spiritual growth isn't about behavior modification but character formation—becoming more like Christ from the inside out. The good news is that we can rest in the truth that there's nothing we can do to make God love us more or less.