Nfluence Church Podcasts

Lucas Miles
  • 4.8 (17)
  • Christianity
  • Weekly Series

The Nfluence Church Podcast is your source for bold, Bible-based teaching that equips you to live out your faith with clarity and conviction. Led by pastors Lucas and Krissy Miles, each episode delivers practical messages that connect timeless truth to real life—helping you grow in grace, stand firm in a shifting culture, and discover your God-given influence in the world. Whether you’re new to faith, hungry to go deeper, or looking for answers in today’s confusing times, the Nfluence Church Podcast will challenge and encourage you to follow Jesus with confidence.

  1. 10/05/2025

    Faith Under Fire: Pastor Lucas Miles & Andrew Sedra on Persecution, Freedom, and Revival

    Faith Under Fire: Pastor Lucas Miles & Andrew Sedra on Persecution, Freedom, and Revival Pastor Lucas Miles opens with a powerful reflection on revival, the call to deeper intimacy with Christ, and the growing influence of cultural paganism in our world today. He challenges listeners to move beyond routine service into true discipleship—inviting believers to give God a year to completely transform their lives. The message continues with guest speaker Pastor Andrew Sedra, who brings a global perspective from his ministry experience across the Middle East and Australia. Together, they unpack the rising challenges facing the global church—from secularism and persecution to the cost of genuine faith. This conversation cuts to the heart of what it means to follow Jesus in an age of compromise—calling believers to courage, repentance, and action. Through stories, biblical truth, and prophetic insight, Pastor Lucas and Pastor Andrew remind us that revival starts not in culture or politics, but in the surrendered heart of every believer. Timestamps: 0:22 – Reflections on the Brave & Free conference 0:36 – The “Pagan Threat” series wrap-up and communion 1:15 – The need for intimacy with Christ and true revival 2:44 – Announcements and logistics for services 5:01 – Discipleship vs. service: what it means to follow Christ 9:15 – The antithesis of Christianity and paganism 13:53 – The prevalence of paganism in modern culture 16:46 – The trauma of the current generation and its impact 21:15 – The importance of sensitivity to God and direct gospel conversations 26:40 – The call to repentance and total surrender 27:41 – Introduction of guest speaker Andrew Sedra 28:52 – Honoring courageous leadership and the cost of truth 31:07 – Global perspectives: revival, persecution, and the state of the church 33:56 – The loss of the fear of God and rise of manufactured fears 36:35 – Building the church and defending religious liberty 39:23 – The threat of totalitarianism in Australia and the West 41:12 – Digital identity, surveillance, and the erosion of freedom 44:49 – The alliance of leftism and Islam, and its implications 47:14 – The need for Christian nations and sanctuary for believers 48:36 – The case for Christianity vs. Islam in culture and law 50:54 – The hope for revival and a call to action 🙏 Need prayer? Submit your request HERE. Connect with Nfluence Church: Instagram: @nfluencechurch Facebook: facebook.com/nfluencechurch TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@nfluencechurch  YouTube:youtube.com/@nfluencechurch  Website: www.nfluencechurch.org Partner with us & impact ministries across the globe: Donate Here

    53 min

  2. 10/12/2025

    Pastor Lucas Miles: How Marxism and Paganism Are Shaping Modern Culture

    In this eye-opening message, Pastor Lucas Miles reveals how the modern progressive agenda—transhumanism, gender ideology, radical feminism, and even environmentalism—are all fueled by the same ancient, spiritual deception. Drawing from Hegel, Marx, and early feminist thought, Pastor Lucas traces the philosophical and theological roots of today’s cultural revolution—showing how a Marxist-pagan worldview seeks to dethrone God and make humanity its own god. Through biblical insight and historical clarity, he contrasts this counterfeit “utopia” with the true hope of the Gospel: that only Christ’s return can make all things new. 📖 Topics include: How Marxism evolved into a religious movement that mimics ChristianityThe connection between Hegelian philosophy and cultural progressivismWhy transgender ideology and radical feminism are spiritual battles, not social onesThe shocking story of Lilith—and how her myth became a symbol for modern feminismWhy Christianity is now the true counterculture in an age of confusionIf you’ve ever wondered how we got here as a culture — and what believers can do to push back — this message will equip you to stand firm in truth and courage. Timestamps: 04:00 – Why Church Is Different Here 07:00 – Standing Strong in Faith 10:00 – The Pagan Threat: What Is It? 13:00 – Marxism Explained: Oppressor vs. Oppressed 17:00 – The Hegelian Dialectic and Social Change 22:00 – Marxism’s Impact on Family and Society 27:00 – Christianity as “The Oppressor” in Modern Culture 32:00 – True Liberation: The Gospel vs. Marxism 36:00 – How Marxist Ideas Influence the Next Generation 41:00 – Media, Entertainment, and Cultural Narratives 46:00 – Lilith, Feminism, and Revisionist History 52:00 – Guarding Against Foreign Ideologies 🙏 Need prayer? Submit your request HERE. Connect with Nfluence Church: Instagram: @nfluencechurch Facebook: facebook.com/nfluencechurch TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@nfluencechurch  YouTube:youtube.com/@nfluencechurch  Website: www.nfluencechurch.org Partner with us & impact ministries across the globe: Donate Here

    1h 1m

  3. 10/19/2025

    The Real Reason America Is Turning from God with Pastor Lucas Miles

    The Real Reason America Is Turning from God with Pastor Lucas Miles Episode Description: In this powerful continuation of The Pagan Threat series, Pastor Lucas Miles unpacks how the Hegelian dialectic—thesis, antithesis, and synthesis—has become the engine driving America’s moral and cultural drift. From the shift away from a constitutional republic to the erosion of biblical values, Lucas exposes how conflict is strategically manufactured to advance ideological change. He explains how this same dialectic now shapes conversations around marriage, gender, government, and even the church itself. Lucas confronts the rise of modern paganism and goddess worship, showing how ancient spirits of rebellion—Asherah, Diana, and Gaia—have reemerged in pop culture and progressive spirituality. Drawing from Scripture and history, he traces the spiritual roots of feminism, socialism, and radical environmentalism, connecting them to a single global agenda: to replace God with man-made utopia. You’ll also hear Lucas explain the “master-slave dialectic” and how it fuels identity politics, feminism, and digital idolatry—from the sexual revolution to the rise of OnlyFans. His message is clear: every attempt to find identity apart from Christ leads to bondage. 📖 Key themes: The Hegelian dialectic and the manipulation of cultural conflictHow Marxism and paganism merge in today’s social movementsThe spiritual roots of feminism and goddess worshipWhy Christianity is the true counterculture in an age of confusionA call to repentance, renewal, and spiritual clarityTimestamps: 00:52 – The Hegelian Dialectic Explained 01:22 – Thesis, Antithesis, Synthesis in American History 02:23 – Democracy vs. Constitutional Republic 03:11 – The Shift Toward Democratic Socialism 04:18 – Why Discuss These Topics in Church? 05:33 – The Role of the Church & King Jesus 06:34 – Marriage, Gender, and Synthesis 07:20 – Ideologies vs. People: Speaking the Truth in Love 08:22 – Patterns in Society & the Role of Women 08:47 – Goddess Worship: Scriptural and Modern Examples 09:56 – Pop Culture, “No King’s Day,” and Deification 12:12 – Jeremiah 44: Queen of Heaven 13:13 – Goddess Worship in History and Today 14:34 – Modern Examples: Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Environmentalism 15:29 – Gaia, Mother Earth, and Radical Environmentalism 16:21 – The Master-Slave Dialectic 17:09 – Power Dynamics: Unions, Men & Women 18:02 – Feminism, Workforce, and Value 19:24 – Sexual Revolution, Pornography, and OnlyFans 21:13 – Digital Paganism and Modern Idolatry 22:11 – The Curse: Seeking Value from Others 23:11 – Paganism in Modern America 24:37 – The Threat: Replacing Christianity with New Worldviews 25:37 – Margaret Sanger, Feminism, and Revisionist Christianity 27:00 – Madame Blavatsky, Theosophy, and Spiritual Lineage 28:24 – Reincarnation, Self-Help, and the Pursuit of Divinity 29:37 – Gaia, Transhumanism, and the Blurring of Lines 🙏 Need prayer? Submit your request HERE. Connect with Nfluence Church: Instagram: @nfluencechurch Facebook: facebook.com/nfluencechurch TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@nfluencechurch  YouTube:youtube.com/@nfluencechurch  Website: www.nfluencechurch.org Partner with us & impact ministries across the globe: Donate Here

    54 min

  4. 10/26/2025

    Pastor Lucas Miles: The Spiritual War Behind Modern Ideologies

    Episode Description: In this thought-provoking message, Pastor Lucas Miles explores the spiritual and ideological forces shaping today’s culture. Drawing from history, philosophy, and scripture, he unpacks how Marxist and pagan ideas have merged to challenge biblical values and redefine identity, truth, and morality. Using transgenderism as a case study, Lucas explains how social contagion and ideological colonization are influencing families, schools, and churches, urging viewers to recognize the deeper principles at work behind the latest cultural trends. Lucas also delves into the ancient roots of these movements, highlighting the influence of Hermeticism and the “seven principles” that underpin much of today’s radical ideology. He warns against the dangers of “directed evolution” and the temptation to play God, calling believers to stand firm in their faith, discern the times, and return to God’s created order. The message concludes with a call to repentance, spiritual clarity, and hope in Christ. 📖 Key themes: Marxism and spiritual conflictSocial contagion and youth identityIdeological colonization in societyPaganism and gender ideologyHermeticism and ancient spiritual rootsThe dangers of “directed evolution”Standing firm in biblical truthRepentance and spiritual renewalTimestamps: 00:50 – Marxism, Hegel, and the spiritual battle 02:46 – Why this topic matters for families and faith 03:56 – The challenge of addressing these issues with loved ones 06:34 – Transgenderism as a cultural example 10:20 – The concept of social contagion among youth 12:24 – The rise of ideological colonization 19:33 – “Rent a Pastor” and manipulation of Christian messaging 22:22 – Gender ideology as a pagan religious movement 35:04 – Hermeticism and the seven principles 45:20 – Final call to return to God’s order and closing prayer 🙏 Need prayer? Submit your request HERE. Connect with Nfluence Church: Instagram: @nfluencechurch Facebook: facebook.com/nfluencechurch TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@nfluencechurch  YouTube:youtube.com/@nfluencechurch  Website: www.nfluencechurch.org Partner with us & impact ministries across the globe: Donate Here

    51 min

  5. 11/02/2025

    Pagan Threat: Understanding the Roots of Rebellion Against God

    Join Pastor Lucas Miles as he continues his series on “The Pagan Threat.” In this powerful message, Pastor Lucas clarifies that the threat is not individual pagans, but the broader effort to replace the Christian Gospel in society with alternative ideologies rooted in secularism and Marxism. He explains how these movements often use the Hegelian dialectic to introduce radical ideas under more socially acceptable terms, ultimately seeking to erode the foundations of biblical truth. Drawing from Scripture, including the account of the Tower of Babel, Pastor Lucas explores the spiritual and historical roots of humanity’s rebellion against God and warns against the rise of self-deification—when individuals place themselves in the position of God, defining morality and truth on their own terms. Pastor Lucas also exposes how “soft paganism” has subtly crept into the modern church, through practices like the Enneagram and through attitudes that judge others in ways that only God can. Throughout the message, Pastor Lucas addresses three major challenges facing Christians today: doubts about the goodness of God, the church’s role in justice, and the exclusivity of Christianity. He explains that questioning God’s goodness lies at the heart of rebellion, that the failures of the church do not invalidate the truth of the Gospel, and that salvation is found only in Jesus—yet God’s love is revealed in giving humanity the dignity of choice. Key Themes: The real “Pagan Threat" The use of the Hegelian dialectic Rebellion and self-deification “Soft paganism” in the modern church Doubting God’s goodness The church’s role in justice The exclusivity of Christ The call to discernment and truth Timestamps: 01:22 - What is the Pagan Threat? 02:11 - Marxism, Hegelian Dialectic, and Cultural Shifts 04:36 - Tower of Babel & Rebellion Against God 07:20 - Cancel Culture and the “Hive Brain” 08:23 - Self-Deification and Worship of Self 09:31 - Soft Paganism in the Church 11:09 - The Enneagram and Occult Influences 13:12 - Why Deception is So Effective 14:01 - Three Main Challenges to Faith 15:36 - Doubting the Goodness of God 18:54 - The Problem of Evil & God’s Character 22:41 - The Church’s Role in Justice 28:09 - The Exclusivity of Christianity 51:42 - Closing Prayer & Invitation 🙏 Need prayer? Submit your request HERE. Connect with Nfluence Church: Instagram: @nfluencechurch Facebook: facebook.com/nfluencechurch TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@nfluencechurch  YouTube:youtube.com/@nfluencechurch  Website: www.nfluencechurch.org Partner with us & impact ministries across the globe: Donate Here

    49 min

  6. 11/16/2025

    Truth, Culture, & the Church of Tomorrow: Confronting the Pagan Threat

    Join Pastor Lucas Miles as he delivers a timely message addressing the growing cultural shift toward pagan and post-Christian worldviews. In this sermon, Pastor Lucas emphasizes that the challenge facing the church is not individual people, but the larger attempt to replace the Christian worldview with spiritual substitutes that promise meaning yet lead people away from the truth of the Gospel. He explains why the church must understand both the moment we’re living in and the direction society is moving—preparing to become the “Church of Tomorrow” by standing firm with clarity, conviction, and grace. Throughout the message, Pastor Lucas highlights the importance of open dialogue within the church, pointing to our upcoming “Ask Me Anything” Sunday as an opportunity for honest questions and deeper discipleship. He also unpacks the significance of communion as a reminder of Christ’s victory and the transformation available to every believer. Drawing from early church history, he shows how Christians in ancient Rome defended their faith against false accusations and makes clear the parallels to modern criticisms of Christianity today—accusations of bigotry, judgmentalism, and irrelevance. Pastor Lucas then explores humanity’s built-in awareness of God and explains how suppressing that truth leads to spiritual confusion and the rise of alternative belief systems. He addresses the increasing popularity of modern spiritual trends—earth worship, reincarnation, astrology, manifestation, chakras, and globalism—revealing how the desires behind these beliefs ultimately point back to what only Christ can fulfill. The message concludes with a call to reestablish the goodness of God in people’s hearts, demolish arguments that set themselves against the knowledge of God, and invite those seeking spiritual truth to find their answers in Jesus. Key Themes:  • The rise of pagan and post-Christian worldviews  • Preparing to be the “Church of Tomorrow”  • The importance of open dialogue (“Ask Me Anything” Sunday)  • Communion and the victory of Christ  • Early Christian apologetics and modern accusations  • Humanity’s innate awareness of God  • The pursuit of spirituality in all the wrong places  • Reestablishing God’s goodness in a confused culture  • Calling seekers to truth found only in Jesus Timestamps: 3:21 — The Church of Tomorrow & Facing Cultural Threats  3:40 — The Rise of Post-Christian & Pagan Worldviews  3:59 — Paganism, Marxism & Competing Ideologies  4:17 — Understanding Today to Prepare for Tomorrow  4:54 — A New “Apology”: Defending the Christian Faith  5:59 — Early Church Apologetics: Justin Martyr & Rome  7:27 — Accusations Faced by Early Christians  12:21 — Modern Accusations Against the Church  13:46 — Romans 1: Awareness & Suppression of God  17:03 — The Search for Meaning & Spiritual Confusion  21:44 — Pagan Pursuits vs. Fulfillment in Christ  26:14 — Globalism & the Kingdom of God 🙏 Need prayer? Submit your request HERE. Connect with Nfluence Church: Instagram: @nfluencechurch Facebook: facebook.com/nfluencechurch TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@nfluencechurch  YouTube:youtube.com/@nfluencechurch  Website: www.nfluencechurch.org Partner with us & impact ministries across the globe: Donate Here

    57 min

  7. 11/30/2025

    Ask Me Anything: 9AM

    In this 9AM Ask Me Anything service, Pastor Lucas Miles responds to real questions submitted by both our in-person congregation and online church family. After a brief introduction about the importance of open dialogue in the church, Pastor Lucas dives into a wide range of theological, cultural, and practical topics. Questions include personal reflections on Charlie Kirk, the difference between accepting Jesus as Savior versus Lord, whether people in heaven will know who is missing, and how to help children understand modern cultural and spiritual challenges. Pastor Lucas also addresses inquiries about young adult ministry, Catholic doctrine regarding stillborn children and baptism, whether someone can “out-sin” salvation, the meaning of Revelation 3:5, free will and praying for loved ones, the biblical case for (or against) purgatory, and perspectives on the rapture and end-times theology. He closes the Q&A by discussing the dangers of personality-driven Christianity and church leadership. The service then transitions into a powerful time of baptisms, celebrating new faith commitments, followed by communion and a closing prayer. Throughout the service, Pastor Lucas emphasizes humility, scriptural grounding, and the value of community as he encourages honest questions and thoughtful, biblically rooted discussion. Key Themes: Open Dialogue in the ChurchChristian Public FiguresSalvation and LordshipHeaven and Loved OnesProtecting Kids SpirituallyYoung Adult MinistryCatholic Doctrine and LossBaptism QuestionsSecurity of SalvationThe Book of LifeFree Will and PrayerPurgatoryEnd Times ViewsCult of PersonalityBaptismsCommunion and Prayer Timestamps: 00:00 — Ask Me Anything begins (Main Talk / Intro)  04:15 — What was Charlie Kirk like?  06:36 — Difference between receiving Jesus as Savior vs. Lord  08:38 — Will we know who is not in heaven with us?  12:19 — How to explain Pagan/occult threats to kids  14:55 — Is a young adults group coming?  15:43 — Catholic question: What to say about a stillborn child?  18:58 — Should I be baptized as an adult if I was baptized as a baby?  20:47 — Can you out-sin your salvation?  24:22 — Revelation 3:5 — Can your name be erased from the Book of Life?  26:19 — Free will vs. praying for a loved one drifting into sin  30:52 — Is purgatory biblical?  35:04 — Do you believe in the rapture? (Pre-trib, mid-trib, post-trib?)  46:48 — Cult of personality — what does it mean?  51:55 — Baptisms  56:44 — Communion  59:04 — Closing prayer & dismissal 🙏 Need prayer? Submit your request HERE. Connect with Nfluence Church: Instagram: @nfluencechurch Facebook: facebook.com/nfluencechurch TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@nfluencechurch  YouTube:youtube.com/@nfluencechurch  Website: www.nfluencechurch.org Partner with us & impact ministries across the globe: Donate Here

    59 min

  8. 11/30/2025

    Ask Me Anything: 11AM

    Join us for a powerful 11AM service from Nfluence Church as Pastor Lucas Miles hosts a live Ask Me Anything (AMA) packed with Biblically grounded, practical answers to real questions about faith, theology, culture, and everyday Christian life. In this conversational session, Pastor Lucas addresses some of the most searched and debated topics in Christianity today — including Protestant vs. Catholic differences, how we can trust the preservation and reliability of Scripture, what John 6 means for communion and the papacy, and how Christians can approach transgender and gender-identity questions with both truth and compassion. He also discusses how to reach atheists and secular humanists, why faith impacts every part of life, and whether pets go to heaven. Additional questions cover how to lovingly talk about abortion, how new believers can share their faith with confidence, understanding Mary’s role in Catholicism, helping Gen Z stay focused in a distracted world, whether marriage is valid without state paperwork, the Nephilim and ancient alien theories in Genesis, what “rest in peace” means for public figures, the Christian books that shaped his faith, and how a loving God can judge sin and uphold justice. The service ends with communion and a closing prayer, offering a thoughtful and hope-filled conclusion to this wide-ranging discussion. Key Themes: Protestant vs. Catholic DifferencesPreservation and Reliability of ScriptureJohn 6, Communion, and the PapacyAddressing Transgender and Gender-Identity QuestionsReaching Atheists and Secular HumanistsWhy Faith Shapes Everyday LifeDo Pets Go to Heaven?Responding to Abortion with Truth and CompassionSharing Faith as a New ChristianMaryology and Catholic Reverence for MaryHelping Gen Z Stay Focused SpirituallyMarriage Without State PaperworkNephilim and Ancient Alien Theories“Rest in Peace” and Public FiguresInfluential Christian BooksGod’s Justice and the Reality of HellCommunion and Closing Prayer Timestamps:  00:00 — Welcome, AMA overview, and how the Q&A works 04:14 — Are Protestant churches legitimate? (Responding to Catholic friends) 07:23 — Why didn’t God miraculously preserve the New Testament? (Bart Ehrman) 11:39 — How should Christians address transgender individuals in a shelter setting? 15:42 — Does John 6 support the papacy or relate to communion? 19:00 — Why faith shapes every part of life, even topics not directly mentioned in Scripture 21:33 — How to reach atheists and secular humanists who view religion as myth 25:35 — Do pets (cats, dogs) go to heaven? 26:18 — How to lovingly respond to women who believe abortion is healthcare 30:03 — How to share your faith as a new Christian with limited Scripture knowledge 34:11 — How to talk with someone who reveres Mary almost as much as Jesus 38:47 — Helping Gen Z stay focused on Christ in an overstimulated, distracted world 42:58 — Are you married in God’s eyes without signing state marriage papers? 45:56 — The “sons of God,” Nephilim, and ancient aliens in Genesis 51:25 — Are “rest in peace” wishes meaningful for celebrities who weren’t Christians? 55:16 — Books (other than the Bible) that transformed my faith 57:18 — How can a loving God send people to hell forever? 1:04:19 — Communion, closing thoughts, and prayer 🙏 Need prayer? Submit your request HERE. Connect with Nfluence Church: Instagram: @nfluencechurch Facebook: facebook.com/nfluencechurch TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@nfluencechurch  YouTube:youtube.com/@nfluencechurch  Website: www.nfluencechurch.org Partner with us & impact ministries across the globe: Donate Here

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The Nfluence Church Podcast is your source for bold, Bible-based teaching that equips you to live out your faith with clarity and conviction. Led by pastors Lucas and Krissy Miles, each episode delivers practical messages that connect timeless truth to real life—helping you grow in grace, stand firm in a shifting culture, and discover your God-given influence in the world. Whether you’re new to faith, hungry to go deeper, or looking for answers in today’s confusing times, the Nfluence Church Podcast will challenge and encourage you to follow Jesus with confidence.

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  • Creator
    Lucas Miles
  • Years Active
    2008 - 2025
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Nfluence Church Podcasts
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