Today’s episode of Mavericks & Misfits presents to us a crucial question: Are we operating in the gifts and calling God has actually given us, or are we trying to fulfill roles that drain rather than energize us? Drawing from Ephesians 4, we're reminded that God established five distinct ministry graces—apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers—not as optional organizational structures, but as essential foundations for a healthy, thriving church. Jeff Lyle challenges the modern tendency to collapse all these roles into one person called 'pastor,' which has left many leaders exhausted and congregations undernourished. When we understand our unique design within the body of Christ, we stop competing and start partnering with one another in the Spirit. The evangelist brings people to salvation, the teacher grounds them in truth, the shepherd nurtures their growth, the prophet keeps us aligned with God's present word, and the apostle builds systems and raises up the next generation. We're invited to examine whether we're in the right seat on the bus—serving where God has equipped us rather than where tradition or expectation has placed us. This isn't just about church structure; it's about personal fulfillment and Kingdom effectiveness. When we all discover and operate in our God-given grace, frustration gives way to fruitfulness, and the mission of Christ advances with supernatural power.