JESUS IN THE MARKETPLACE JULY 9, 2023 | STEVE PIXLER Matthew 16:13–20 (NRSV): 13 Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi … ”Jesus came into…” Three realms of Caesarea Philippi: Mt. Hermon (principalities) The earthly city (humans) The Gates of Hades (demons) Three cultural streams of Caesarea Philippi: Jewish culture (dead religion) Roman culture (corrupt politics) Greek culture (perverse culture) Jesus “ came into ” the region of Caesarea Philippi. He did not evacuate his peo...
Jul 10, 2023•59 min•Season 2Ep. 9
We start living the day we discover who we really are. But, ironically, we cannot discover who we are through a quest for self-discovery: the more we seek self, the more distorted we become. The answer lies in Jesus' invitation to "deny yourself, take up your cross and follow me." Self-discovery flows from self-denial! Worship is the key . When we worship, we lose ourselves in Christ and find ourselves hidden in God. Listen now and learn more! stevepixler.com...
Jul 04, 2023•24 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Let's define real freedom. Freedom is not "free to do what you want to do," but "free to be who you were created to be." And there's a profound difference! Listen now to learn more. This episode is a message Steve preached Sunday, July 2, at Freedom Life Church in Mansfield, TX. myfreedomlife.com stevepixler.com
Jul 03, 2023•58 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In Malachi 4, Elijah is described as the one who "turns the hearts of the fathers to the children and the children to the fathers." But long before Elijah turned the heart of one father, his own heart was turned on Mt. Horeb, when he was transformed in one encounter with God from a self-preserving "Lone Ranger" to a spiritual father who invested in future generations. And it is precisely that "you-turn" on the mountain that defines how fathers' hearts are still turned today. Listen now to learn ...
Jun 19, 2023•57 min•Season 2Ep. 6
MIND THE GAP: RECOVERING THE SYNERGY OF STRATEGIC INTERCESSION APRIL 23, 2023 | STEVE PIXLER Ezekiel 22:30 (NRSV): And I sought for anyone among them who would repair the wall and stand in the breach (GAP) before me on behalf of the land , so that I would not destroy it; but I found no one. Isaiah 59:16 (NRSV): 16 He saw that there was no one, and was appalled that there was no one to intervene (INTERCEDE) ; so his own arm brought him victory , and his righteousness upheld him. Romans 8:26–28 (N...
Apr 24, 2023•56 min•Season 2Ep. 5
MIND THE GAP: RECOVERING THE SYNERGY OF STRATEGIC INTERCESSION PREACHED: APRIL 16, 2023 AT FREEDOM LIFE CHURCH | myfreedomlife.com Ezekiel 22:30 (NRSV): And I sought for anyone among them who would repair the wall and stand in the breach (GAP) before me on behalf of the land , so that I would not destroy it; but I found no one. Isaiah 59:16 (NRSV): 16 He saw that there was no one, and was appalled that there was no one to intervene (INTERCEDE) ; so his own arm brought him victory , and his right...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 4
"The life that I now live in the flesh, I live by the faith of the Son of God." (Galatians 2:20) The faith that saves us is the embedded, implanted faith of Jesus that comes to us as a gift through the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit. Stop trying to generate faith! Surrender to the faith of Jesus that is already at work in you. Discover the faith of Jesus Christ.
Apr 09, 2023•44 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Take a deeper look at the "theology of the kingdom" developed in New Testament times. stevepixler.com myfreedomlife.com
May 19, 2022•53 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Weekly teaching from Freedom Life Wednesday. myfreedomlife.com
May 13, 2022•58 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Encore! Encore! Here's a topic that keeps coming up over and over: "How do I navigate safely out of my religious tradition?" Steve and Jeana speak with people on a weekly basis who are trying to find their way safely through this difficult transition, and this podcast captures again some of the advice that comes out of their experience. If you are on "the journey" or know someone who is, listen and share this episode. It could actually save your life!
Nov 03, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 7
What an honor to interview one of the greatest legends of Christian music, David Huff! David & The Giants started as a rock band in the 60s and 70s sharing the stage with some of the biggest names in rock music. In 1977, David & the Giants were all powerfully converted through a radical encounter with Christ that changed their life and their music forever. David & The Giants became a groundbreaking force in Christian music, opening the way for the gospel to be shared worldwide throug...
Sep 27, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 6
The McGruder Family exploded on the gospel music scene in 1984. and through the 80s and 90s, they literally transformed gospel music. With countless #1 hits, even one that became a #1 gospel song in the world, the McGruder introduced people across a wide religious spectrum to the power of the Holy Spirit through energetic, heart-gripping music. Eric McGruder was the son of the group's founder, Carroll McGruder, and the world-class drummer that made the McGruder sound so tight and fresh. Eric's s...
Sep 23, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 5
All the trouble started when the serpent convinced humans to petulantly ignore all the glorious fruit trees around them and focus on the one little tree that they couldn't have. One piddly little tree. Shucks. You've got to hear this one. Gratitude breaks the power of entitlement, which is rooted in fear. Gratitude embraces hope and shapes the future. And gratitude is much more than a cheery optimism that blissfully ignores harsh reality. No, gratitude faces the pain and transforms it with prais...
Sep 21, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 4
The gospel is more than our "get out of jail free card," our ticket for safe passage to heaven when we die. The gospel is the "good news of the kingdom," the good news that God has saved the human race, the planet and all creation from the deadly power of sin. That changes everything! Join Steve as he talks about how the gospel impacts every area of life.
Sep 17, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 3
The world is a mess. A real mess. In fact, you could say that much of the world is "hell on earth." But Jesus has a solution for hell on earth–listen now to find out!
Sep 15, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Here it is, people! The brand new show from Steve Pixler, The Steve Pixler Podcast. (So cleverly named.) After a year with Charisma Podcast Network, we are launching a brand new podcast with a broader focus. Still centered around the kingdom of God and how the world is changed through love, but more features. Such as: interviews with fascinating guests, Q&A segments, a bit of Steve Pixler music now and then with the stories behind the music, politics, business, speaking, writing, coaching–wh...
Sep 07, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 1
