Transforming Truth With Jeff Lyle

The entire biblical history of the relationship between God and His people contains elements of supernatural works. Visions, miracles, healings, conquests and deliverances from dark powers are all throughout the biblical narrative. God's portion of these miraculous moments is in the supply of power. Our portion is the exercise of faith. The question for many is whether or not we should reasonably expect these same types of occurrences in modern times. This message helps us to understand the dynamics of what can happen when our faith meets God's power. Healings, miracles and unassailable trust are gracious gifts provided to us today.

Hearing from God is an immeasurable privilege. To walk in such intimacy with the Almighty that you can personally hear His voice - what an amazing occurrence! Yet we are accountable for what we hear, and He sometimes calls us to share it with others. What does it mean to receive and release a word that we receive from God? What abut the faith that allows us to hear the word, believe that it is from God, and to release it in the way He desires? These three gifts of the Spirit are powerful tools to build up the body of Christ and to reveal God’s ways and will to one another.

In this latest Truth Shots episode, we are challenged to reconsider our understanding of the gifts of the Holy Spirit. The core teaching comes from 1 Corinthians 12, where Paul emphasizes that spiritual gifts are given to each believer for the common good of the church. We are reminded that these gifts aren't just for a select few or limited to a specific time in history, but are meant for all believers today. Or are they? Many Jesus-loving, Kingdom-advancing Christians emphatically deny that Holy Spirit gifts continue today. This episode encourages us to embrace both the Word of God and the gifts of the Spirit, rather than choosing between them ourselves or forcing others to do so. As we reflect on this, we're invited to examine our own beliefs and ask ourselves: Are we fully embracing all that God has for us through His Spirit?

Perhaps we should no longer assume that everyone understands that the followers of Jesus will live in a way that reflects the character, commitments and passions of Jesus. The Church is the visible reflection of the heart of the Lord. As we walk in oneness with Him, He will live out His life through us as individuals. When we live in harmony with each other as believers, there is an even greater level of the revelation of the nature and purpose of God through us. Simply put, we should look like our Heavenly Father. What might that appear as in a local church where everyone was committed to owning the family resemblance? This message helps us to discern what a healthy spiritual family can look like. Our spiritual DNA is inseparable from the nature of God. As we live in humble trust, the world around us will be able to see who God is and what He is like.

Jesus promises His followers a life of freedom in Himself. Being made right with God through the sacrifice of Jesus results in our lives being transformed and set free. Far from living a life of dead religion, mundane rules or smothering weights of demand, Christianity brings us to a place wherein we become joyful and free to embrace the lives Christ has purchased for us. But, for this to occur, we must be trained in what it means to partner with the Holy Spirit. Nobody lives the life of freedom and victory apart from a growing oneness with God the Spirit. This message magnifies the freedom God declares over us and offers us some healthy guidance in how to daily partner with Holy Spirit in order to experience spiritual freedom. Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.

As we continue to explore the gifts of the Holy Spirit on Truth Shots, we are challenged in this episode to reconsider our understanding of the Holy Spirit's active role in our lives today. Spiritual gifts are not just a theological debate, but a vital aspect of our Christian walk. The Bible alone must settle the ongoing debate about the modern validity of spiritual gifts. This teaching encourages us to study Scripture with an open mind, seeking God's truth rather than relying solely on denominational teachings. We are called to earnestly desire spiritual gifts – that has to mean something! Whoever reached you first with their teachings on Holy Spirit gifts is likely the source of what you still believe today. But what if you were taught error? This message invites us to examine our own beliefs and practices, challenging us to grow in our understanding and use of spiritual gifts for the benefit of the Body of Christ.

Jesus promises His followers a life of freedom in Himself. Being made right with God through the sacrifice of Jesus results in our lives being transformed and set free. Far from living a life of dead religion, mundane rules or smothering weights of demand, Christianity brings us to a place wherein we become joyful and free to embrace the lives Christ has purchased for us. But, for this to occur, we must be trained in what it means to partner with the Holy Spirit. Nobody lives the life of freedom and victory apart from a growing oneness with God the Spirit. This message magnifies the freedom God declares over us and offers us some healthy guidance in how to daily partner with Holy Spirit in order to experience spiritual freedom. Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.

Our lives are to be lived out as those who intentionally seek to build a monument of glory for God. This is not an overstatement. Your life is to be lived for God’s glory. Who we are, what we do, and all that we possess is meant to be stewarded in ways that point ourselves and others back to the God who saved us. When you say Yes to this type of living, you will find favor from God and opposition from people. Nehemiah’s story plays out this reality. In this Truth Shot, we will see how Nehemiah was able to endure opposition, clarify his ongoing priorities, motivate others to remain faithful, and finish the glory-assignments given to him by God.

Perhaps we should no longer assume that everyone understands that the followers of Jesus will live in a way that reflects the character, commitments and passions of Jesus. The Church is the visible reflection of the heart of the Lord. As we walk in oneness with Him, He will live out His life through us as individuals. When we live in harmony with each other as believers, there is an even greater level of the revelation of the nature and purpose of God through us. Simply put, we should look like our Heavenly Father. What might that appear as in a local church where everyone was committed to owning the family resemblance? This message helps us to discern what a healthy spiritual family can look like. Our spiritual DNA is inseparable from the nature of God. As we live in humble trust, the world around us will be able to see who God is and what He is like.

Jeff Lyle speaks at the North Georgia Revival.