137: How Surrender Unlocks a Full Life with Lyle Phillips

In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Pastor Lyle Phillips to talk faith, obedience, and what it means to go all in for Christ. Lyle shares his journey from missionary work to church planting, including the risks he’s taken—like rescuing children from human trafficking. For me, this hit home. Reordering my priorities and putting faith first has reshaped how I approach family, business, and Ironman training. Obedience brings transformation. The fear of God isn’t about fear—it’s about reverence and clarity.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 – Introduction

01:40 – Struggles of New Christians

03:30 – Obedience & Avoiding Boredom

07:35 – Transformation Through Commitment

11:45 – The Fear of God

29:53 – Reordering Priorities & Finding Peace

43:41 – The Path to Salvation

46:43 – Planting Churches in Tennessee

51:51 – Ironman Training & Spiritual Growth

01:07:02 – Rescuing Children from Human Trafficking

01:15:05 – Generosity, Faith, & Legacy