The Leftovers

Revivify Church, Lyndsey Poythress, Devin Mitchem
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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. 

  1. 02/07/2025

    Episode 33 - Christ Is Sufficient

    Send us a text 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 also completely sufficient - in Him we find redemption, forgiveness, and everything needed for spiritual life. This understanding should transform how we live, leading us to devote ourselves to prayer, speak with grace, act wisely toward others, and live with anticipation of Christ's return. When we truly grasp who Jesus is, we naturally respond by longing for His kingdom and resting in His completed work.

    40 min

  2. 18/06/2025

    Episode 32 - Graces, Affirmations, and Godly Love

    Send us a text 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 foundation for these character traits. Christians are called to forgive others as Christ forgave them and to let love bind them together in unity. The passage highlights the importance of letting Christ's peace rule in our hearts, being thankful, allowing God's Word to dwell richly within us, and doing everything in the name of Jesus.

    42 min

  3. 11/06/2025

    Episode 31 - Scythians, Pride, and God's Wrath

    Send us a text 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 to put to death sinful behaviors like sexual immorality, impurity, and greed, warning that God's wrath awaits the disobedient. These sinful habits grow like weeds when left unchecked, requiring intentional effort to uproot. The passage reminds us that no one is beyond Christ's transforming power, challenging believers to view their faith not as an add-on but as an all-encompassing reality where Christ is supreme.

    35 min

  4. 03/06/2025

    Episode 30 - Fasting, Sabbath, and Asceticism

    Send us a text 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.

    56 min

  5. 28/05/2025

    Episode 29 - Philosophy, Worldviews, and Circumcision of the Heart

    Send us a text 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, universalism, and salvation without transformation sound appealing but lack biblical foundation. To avoid being led astray, believers should continue actively walking with Christ daily, become deeply rooted and built up in faith, and embrace knowledge and understanding rather than anti-intellectualism. Loving God with our minds means intentionally studying Scripture, being mindful of what we consume, bringing God into every moment, and developing a biblical worldview that shapes all aspects of life.

    42 min

  6. 21/05/2025

    Episode 28 - Grace, Persecution, and Mystery

    Send us a text 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 Christianity during persecution. Grace is explained as more than divine mercy - it's God's enabling power that equips believers for specific purposes. The mystery of Christ, openly available to all, contains all wisdom and knowledge needed for Christian living, contrasting with the exclusive mystery religions of Paul's time.

    59 min

  7. 20/05/2025

    Episode 27 - Creeds, Gnosticism, and Theology

    Send us a text 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. God is creator (v.16)    b. God is sustainer (v.17) 3. Supremacy of Christ     a. Supreme over creation (v.15)    b. Supreme over the church (v.18)    c. Supreme over death (v.18) 4. Soteriology (Doctrine of Salvation)    a. Reconciliation (v.20)    b. Atonement (v.20) 5. Ecclesiology (Doctrine of the Church)    a. Christ as the head (v.18) 6. Eschatology (End Time Theology)    a. New Creation/Resurrection (v.18) 7. Theology of Power and Principalities     a. Supreme over all (v.16) 8. Doctrine of God (Theology proper)    a. Trinity - Fullness in Christ (v.19)    b. Will of God (v.20)

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  8. 07/05/2025

    Episode 26 - God's Will, Paganism, and the Inheritance

    Send us a text 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 God. Walking worthy involves growing in knowledge, wisdom, and spiritual understanding while bearing fruit in good works. Our inheritance includes rescue from darkness, transfer into Christ's kingdom, and the promise of redemption and forgiveness.

    56 min
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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. 

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  • Creator
    Revivify Church, Lyndsey Poythress, Devin Mitchem
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    33
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    Clean
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