We’ve been lied to about what accountability is.
WARNING: I *may* be on a bit of a rant in this week’s episode as I “discuss” what I think has happened to real accountability over the last few decades. With the rise of productivity coaching, hands-on “mentorships” and “results Christianity,” alongside declining acknowledgement for basic, personal responsibility in pretty much all areas of life (even in the Church, my friend!), accountability has taken on quite the co-dependent flavoring. It’s had me a little “triggered” as of late.
As a self-described “breakthrough coach,” and someone who absolutely LIVES to help others run their own race to breakthrough in their assigned lane to the glory of God, to think we’ve been sold this fake accountability as a way to “help” us get to the finish line is maddening to me. I believe this twisted definition of accountability offers us the spirit of victimhood and an “I can’t if you don’t make me” (wipes away tear) attitude that is absolutely getting folks stuck and keeping them out of their “promised land.”
On this episode of The Positioned to Prosper Podcast I’m ranting. But then I’m teaching. And THEN I’m inviting you into real accountability. So if you get a little twitchy, too, when you sense a rise of codependency in the room, or if you’re wondering if, just maybe, you’ve fallen for this false sense of support yourself . . . Grab your Bible, your journal and a pen, and . . . Let’s Go!
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Galatians 6:1-9
Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. For if anyone thinks he is something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself. But let each one test his own work, and then his reason to boast will be in himself alone and not in his neighbor. For each will have to bear his own load. Let the one who is taught the word share all good things with the one who teaches. Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life. And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.
Genesis 4:9
Then the Lord said to Cain, “Where is Abel your brother?” He said, “I do not know; am I my brother’s keeper?”
Matthew 18:15
If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault, between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained your brother.
LINKS TO RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
ARE YOU READY TO RESET IN 2025? Join me as I lead a FREE Challenge to reset not just your health, but your lifestyle flow. Just head over to ericapyle.com/challenge to get registered, and I’ll save your seat for when we kick off on Monday, January 6, 2025. During our time together, we’ll unpack the 4 Pillars of Wellness that you need to be stewarding to have your healthiest year ever — spirit, soul and body! So good, right? Go get registered for this incredibly empowering Challenge here.
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Erica co-leads a local church alongside her husband, Doug, in Tampa, Florida called REVIVE Church of Tampa. You can visit the church’s website for more information about who we are, what we believe and how we show up as the Church in the heart of West Tampa and beyond.
REVIVE Church of Tampa streams service live on Sunday mornings at 11am ET. You can find that livestream on our church Facebook page:
Live Service – Sundays at 11am ET
If you’re interested in joining the online campus of REVIVE Church of Tampa, you are welcome to join our community group on Facebook where we offer weekly discussion around the Friday and Sunday messages as well as discipleship Zoom groups and the opportunity to host others in your home as you stream services. You can find us here:
The ROCC: REVIVE Online Campus Community
About this podcast:
Welcome to the Positioned to Prosper Podcast with Erica Pyle, where we dive deep into Biblical mindsets, strategies, and inspiration to help you thrive in every area of your life. Whether it’s faith, health, relationships, finances, business, or ministry, Erica’s here to equip you with the tools you need to get unstuck, overcome overwhelm, and avoid burnout as you pursue your purpose with intention.
Join Erica, co-lead pastor of REVIVE Church of Tampa, and founder/lead mentor of The Jesus Girl Gang, an online, group coaching mentorship for Christian women with a pioneering spirit, as she shares powerful teachings, practical advice, and pivotal strategies for breakthrough living without compromising on the things that matter most to you. With over 13 years of experience in pastoral ministry alongside her husband Doug, Erica brings a wealth of knowledge and a passionate heart for helping you live out God’s best for your life.
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