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.
Episodes
45 episodes
S2E12 - Pentecost, Empowerment, and The Early Church
Pentecost wasn't primarily about miraculous signs and wonders, but about God pouring out His Spirit to empower believers to live like Jesus. The early church devoted themselves to teaching, fellowship, and prayer, becoming a powerful community....
S2E11 - Grace, Submission, and Suffering
The call to holiness requires active pursuit, not passive faith. True transformation comes through knowing Jesus deeply, not through behavior modification or willpower alone. The Holy Spirit empowers believers to choose Christ over flesh daily,...
S2E10 - Kids, Youth, and Young Adults
Jesus radically elevated children's importance when He declared that we must become like them to enter God's kingdom. Early Christians understood this, immediately rescuing abandoned babies in Roman culture and raising them as their own. Today,...
S2E9 - Convictions, Councils, and Community
Unity has been a challenge for the church since its beginning, when Jews and Gentiles first shared fellowship together. Paul outlines seven elements of unity in Ephesians 4:4-6, with the Trinity serving as the foundation for believer unity. The...
S2E8 - Sacrificial Love, Biblical Submission, and Family Prayer
Building a Christian family in today's culture requires intentional effort and biblical wisdom. Paul's instructions to the Ephesians were revolutionary because they challenged the pagan norms of their society, just as they challenge our modern ...
S2E7 - Allegiance, Discipleship, and Worldview
Christians face the challenge of maintaining a biblical perspective in an increasingly polarized world. A Christian worldview means looking at everything through the lens of Scripture rather than politics or culture. Many issues labeled as poli...
S2E6 - Gratitude, Sabbath, and Solitude
In our fast-paced world, it's easy to drift into default mode - operating on autopilot with God becoming secondary rather than central in our lives. This drift manifests through gluttony, greed, and apathy, much like the Israelites who grew acc...
S2E5 - Holy Week, Theology, and The Kingdom
Palm Sunday reveals a troubling truth about human nature and faith. The crowds who welcomed Jesus into Jerusalem with shouts of Hosanna fundamentally misunderstood who He really was. They wanted a warrior king to overthrow Roman oppression, not...
S2E4 - Wisdom, Folly, and The Temporary
Life often feels meaningless when viewed from our limited earthly perspective. The book of Ecclesiastes addresses this struggle, showing how our horizontal view under the sun creates confusion about purpose and meaning. We see foolish leaders r...
S2E3 - Unpredictability, Sovereignty, and Gratitude
Life doesn't always reward righteousness or punish wickedness immediately, creating moral unpredictability that challenges our faith. God's sovereignty doesn't guarantee our comfort but ensures His ultimate plan will prevail. We must avoid extr...
S2E2 - Seasons, Contentment, and Rest
Life often feels like a constant race toward the next milestone, but God has designed our lives to include periods of rest and preparation that are just as valuable as seasons of building and harvesting. The key to understanding life's meaning ...
S2E1 - Wisdom Literature, Significance, and Stillness
The book of Ecclesiastes addresses life's apparent meaninglessness and our struggle for significance in a fallen world. While the author explores the futility of human striving and the vapor-like nature of life, the book's conclusion points us ...
Episode 33 - Christ Is Sufficient
The book of Colossians delivers a powerful message about the sufficiency and supremacy of Christ. Paul emphasizes that Jesus reigns as King, Creator, and head of the church, possessing all authority and power. Christ is not only supreme but als...
Episode 32 - Graces, Affirmations, and Godly Love
Colossians 3:12-17 instructs believers on how to live as God's chosen people by putting on virtues like compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Paul emphasizes that our identity as God's holy and dearly loved people is the fou...
Episode 31 - Scythians, Pride, and God's Wrath
Colossians 3 marks a pivotal shift in Paul's letter, moving from theological foundations to practical application of faith. Believers are called to set their minds on heavenly things while acknowledging their earthly reality. Paul commands us t...
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...
Episode 29 - Philosophy, Worldviews, and Circumcision of the Heart
In a world full of persuasive arguments and appealing philosophies, Christians must stay grounded in truth by recognizing spiritual deception that often masquerades as reasonable thinking. Deceptive teachings like the prosperity gospel, univers...
Episode 28 - Grace, Persecution, and Mystery
Paul's teachings in Colossians reveal profound insights about suffering and grace in the Christian life. He demonstrates how suffering can serve a redemptive purpose when endured for Christ's sake, as evidenced by the growth of early Christiani...
Episode 27 - Creeds, Gnosticism, and Theology
1. Christology (Doctrine of Christ) a. Image of God (v.15) b. Fullness of God (v.19) c. Preexistence of God (v.17)2. Biblical Cosmology (Creation and Order) a. G...
Episode 26 - God's Will, Paganism, and the Inheritance
Understanding God's will and our inheritance in Christ centers on three key elements: faith in Jesus, love for all believers, and hope reserved in heaven. True appreciation of grace empowers holy living and demonstrates our daily dependence on ...
Episode 25 - Resurrection, New Creation, and the Greeks
The resurrection of Jesus Christ extends far beyond Easter celebrations, serving as the foundation of Christian faith and the inauguration of God's kingdom on earth. The physical nature of Jesus' resurrection was crucial, combating ancient Gree...
Episode 24 - Heaven, Harpazo, and Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday marked Jesus' strategic entry into Jerusalem during Passover, riding on a donkey while sacrificial lambs were being brought into the city. The crowds expected a military revolutionary like Judah Maccabee to overthrow Roman rule, but...
Episode 23 - World Views, Dispensationalism, and the Great Commission
In this episode, we dive deep into Romans 12:1–8—one of the most transformative passages in the New Testament. The Apostle Paul urges us to present our bodies as living sacrifices, to be transformed by the renewing of our minds, and to humbly w...
Episode 22 - Sacrifices, Worship, and Rest
God's desire to dwell among His people has been constant throughout history, manifesting in different forms from Eden to the present day. Understanding the distinct roles of praise, worship, and prayer helps deepen our connection with God. Prai...
Episode 21 - Worship, Pharisees, and Maracas
True worship extends far beyond mere praise, requiring complete surrender to a holy and awesome God. While praise acknowledges God's actions, worship focuses on His very nature and demands our total submission. Many believers struggle with auth...