Walking Free

Vernon and Kyle talk through the ideas of guilt and shame. Kyle shares how false guilt and shame led him down a very dangerous path. Guilt does have a purpose, but what is it?

Vernon talks about the most important word in the New Testament. Faith. Why is it so important? Because "without faith it is impossible to please God". He also highlights the misunderstanding around James 2. 

Vernon and Kyle talk through this idea of whether or not God is pleased with me or must I perform to get in His good graces. 

Vernon shares his thoughts around being "overwhelmed" and announces the launch of the brand new Life Untangled app (available for both Apple and Android mobile phones). You can also listen to the podcast from the app. Direct app download links available on https://lifeuntangled.com

Bill Lovelace, founder of Christ Is Life Ministries, talks through his own story that took him from performance, to questioning, to burnout, and finaly experiencing God's grace, peace, and rest. You can find more at https://christislifeministries.com

Vernon and Kyle talk about guilt, shame, and manipulation. They encourage you to avoid relationships where guilt and shame are the primary drivers for behavior change and to be careful not to use those same tactics with others.

Vernon speaks with Vlado Hoblaj and his daughter Elizabeth on their counseling, teaching and fostering ministry in Croatia. Vlado is the founder of Hope For Life and has written a best-selling book in Croatia to encourage others in his country to place their hope on the unshakeable foundation of Christ. Take a few moments to hear their story and glean from the experience of fame, fortune, bankrupt...

Vernon Takes us through a brief discussion on Matthew 24, also described as part of the Olivet Discourse. Vernon begins with the crucial idea that God desire ALL to be gathered to Himself, but some are unwilling. And that's the question. Are you willing? Vernon then walks through the disciples' question in Matthew 24:3, “Tell us, when will these things happen, and what will be the sign of Your com...

Vernon takes us through some mental health statistics and asks for YOUR feedback. Please send your feedback to web@gmint.org. He suggests you journal your thoughts this week around 4 major categories (God, Life, Yourself, and Others).

Vernon talks about our righteousness in Christ and uses an illustration provided by one of the GMI team members. Our righteousness is not just an accounting entry in heaven, it is a reality right here and right now. The enemy wants you to "put on the bear suit" and fake it until you make it. Don't fall into that trap.

Vernon shares his thoughts on some misconceptions around loving others. Loving others is not staying in toxic relationships. Sometimes, the best way to love is to step back or step away. Love does not require that you stand in harms way.

Vernon & Kyle talk through "questions  we were afraid to ask," like "Why doesn't this Christian Religion Work?," or "What about my feelings?", or "I know my identity, but it doesn't work?" Join us for the conversation.

Vernon and Kyle sit down with Valerie Salas, the Director of Homeless Services at Christian Assistance Ministry in San Antonio, Texas to talk about her journey. Hold on to your hats, this is another incredible story of God's deliverance from alcoholism, drugs, homelessness, and more. Warning: some of the content, although not explicit, may not be suitable for younger audiences. The focus here is t...

Vernon and Kyle talk with Sara Roy and her journey to freedom from a restrictive religious culture. Sara endured spiritual abuse and had the courage to make a change. God intersected Sara's life through some grace-based material by our friend and colleague, John Lynch, as well as a host of other folks. Her life has gone from a period of overt control, to out-of-control, to challenging decisions, t...

Vernon and Kyle talk about the futility of trying to make God happy by figuring out what to do. Often, churches tell us "now that you are saved, get to work! You need to please God and be a better Christian." They may mean well, but the results can be devastating. Paul dealt with this issue as well. We will explore it.

Vernon Takes us through the scripture on why you, as a believer in Christ, are no longer under judgment. You can stand confident "in Christ" on the Day of Judgment. There is no more judgment...period. No more.

Vernon highlights John 1 and 1 John 5 on your right, authority, and permission to be you, the brand new you that has been born of God. 

Vernon talks with Kyle Jenkins, a Dallas, Tx resident who began experimenting with drugs and alcohol in middle school, found Jesus while incarcerated, but was never told the truth about the radical transformation that happened when he accepted Christ. For years, Kyle prayed for something he actually had all along. Freedom. Kyle shares his story on this extended podcast episode.

Vernon is back. Today, Vernon introduces a new initiative at Grace Ministries International called Work Untangled. Work Untangled is a new community focused on practicing grace@work! Paul's words, "Grace and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ," are what we want to share with you in the workplace. You can learn more about Work Untangled at https://workuntangled.com .

Vernon jumps back to Philippians 3 to understand more of Paul's thinking and attitude for living. The most important focus in life is knowing Christ. But how do we know Him? What does that look like? Paul shares a powerful truth with the folks in Philippi and with us that will transform your experience. 

Vernon talks through the idea of rejoicing, even when life comes at us hard. We don't pretend that life is not hard or circumstances are not difficult; we rejoice IN the Lord. Vernon also talks about anxiety and how we can work through that in Christ.

Vernon takes us through a relational gold mine and a peak inside the very mind of Christ as described by the Apostle Paul in Philippians. The relational gold mine is one of humility and sacrifice, which may not look very appealing to the world, but to those in Christ, it is the very power of God working through us.

Are you confident? Is your confidence misplaced? Are you encouraging confidence in others? Vernon looks at how the apostle Paul addressed these issues in some of his letters to the church.

Vernon talks through the benefits of learning from others, especially Solomon, as we figure out what walking in righteousness looks like! Those who avoid or resist wisdom and instruction are called "naïve", not by me but by Solomon! 

Vernon challenges us with the idea of joy. Often, when we lose hope, we lose joy. And sometimes we don't feel we have permission to even experience joy. Joy is not based on everything going our way, it is a fruit of the Spirit. Give yourself permission to experience this incredible Fruit of the Spirit... joy.