The Quiet Maverick

The Quiet Maverick

di Gregory Michael Lee
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Stick to Your Principles — Staff, Sling, & Stones
Sticking to your principles doesn't guarantee the outcome. It gives you something proven to return to when pressure comes. In Stick to Your Principles — Staff, Sling, & Stones, Gregory Michael reflects on a lesson from martial arts and David's refusal of Saul's armor: when circumstances become intimidating, don't abandon what you've already proven. Today's Partner — Cozy Earth Visit CozyEarth.com and use Quiet Maverick code SIGNAL8 for 21% off. I earn a commission when you use my code, which helps support Quiet Maverick. Still waters. Steady hands. Grace in motion.
Majestic & Precise
There are things about God we can observe from a distance. And there are things about His character we come to know by walking with Him through suffering. In Majestic and Precise, Gregory Michael reflects on what it means to share a fellowship of suffering with God—to encounter Him not only in deliverance, but in bitter places. From Israel at Marah to Elijah on Mount Carmel, the three Hebrew men, and Jesus at the tomb of Lazarus, this conversation explores the difference between seeing God's acts and learning His ways. Sometimes God's plan reveals His competence. But His presence is where we discover His comfort. Quiet Maverick Challenge: Sit with God in the bitter place. Don't rush to make the circumstance an indictment of His character. Make room for His presence—and allow Him to reveal what comes next. Still waters. Steady hands. Grace in motion.
Quiet Maverick | The Signal Desk: What Remains
What happens when the storm takes something from you—but not everything? In this special Quiet Maverick Signal Desk episode, Gregory Michael brings the written side of Quiet Maverick to the microphone with a reading of What Remains—a reflection on loss, resilience, and learning to recognize what the storm could never reach. Read What Remains: What Remains on Substack Today’s Partner — Strong Coffee Company Strong Coffee Company creates instant coffee blends featuring organic coffee, protein, MCTs, and adaptogens. Quiet Maverick listeners receive 20% off with promo code SIGNAL8. I earn a commission when you use my code, which helps support Quiet Maverick. StrongCoffeeCompany.com Continue the conversation: Instagram & Facebook & TikTok: @itsgregorymichael YouTube: @thequietmaverick Substack: @quietmaverickpod Still waters. Steady hands. Grace in motion.
Unfinished Stories
Some stories aren't meant to be rushed. In this episode of The Quiet Maverick, Gregory Michael reflects on what it means to live faithfully in the middle of an unfinished story. Through the simple image of reading a book, this conversation explores the tension between wanting tomorrow's answers and remaining present to today's page. If you've ever felt caught between what was and what will be, this episode is an invitation to slow down... and trust the Author with the pages you haven't read yet. In this episode: Living faithfully in the in-between Trusting the Author over the manuscript The temptation of premature conclusions Why today's page matters Partner: Savorista Coffee Receive 25% off your order at Savorista.com with the code SIGNAL8.
You Were There | Quiet Maverick Soundscape
🎧 Quiet Maverick Soundscapes Episode 2 — You Have Me There are seasons when a song doesn't just sound beautiful—it tells the truth we've been trying to find words for. In this episode of Quiet Maverick Soundscapes, Gregory Michael shares a simple reflection on walking through the in-between seasons of life before offering a heartfelt rendition of "You Have Me" by Gungor. If you've ever found yourself navigating uncertainty, stretched by faith, or searching for hope in the middle of unanswered questions, this quiet moment is for you. May this song remind you that you're not walking alone. Featured Song "You Have Me" Written and performed by Gungor Used with appreciation. All rights to the original composition remain with the respective copyright holders.
The In-Between Is the In-Between
Two things can be true. We can hold gratitude—and the weight of heavy things. In The In-Between Is the In-Between, Gregory Michael reflects on conversations with friends who have found encouragement in that simple recognition. Building from Faith in the In-Between, this episode revisits where we've been, considers where we are now, and looks toward hope without pretending that everything has been resolved. It's a conversation about gratitude, stewardship, and learning to remain steady while the story is still unfolding. Partner: HyperNatural I'm grateful to continue partnering with HyperNatural, a clean alternative to plastic polyester offering polos, tees, and button-ups made with thoughtfully selected materials and HyperCool Jade® technology. Quiet Maverick listeners can receive 20% off with promo code SIGNAL8. Find them at HYPERNATURALSTYLE.COM. Affiliate disclosure: I may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through this partnership.
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Faith in the In-Between (Season 1 Finale)
In the Season 1 finale of The Quiet Maverick, Gregory Michael reflects on what it means to stay oriented when God feels quiet, when the outcome hasn’t changed yet, and when faithfulness no longer looks like making a dramatic move, but simply refusing to lose your center in the silence. There are seasons where obedience doesn’t lead straight into resolution. Sometimes it leads into waiting. Sometimes it leads into silence. Sometimes it leads into a stretch where you’ve already done what you knew to do, and now you’re left learning what faithfulness looks like in the in-between. In this episode, Gregory explores the difference between disobedience and the in-between, the cost of obedience, the distinction between wrestling with God and dismissing Him, and why God’s silence is not permission to rewrite His character. If you’re in a season where you’re still trusting, still carrying questions, and still trying to remain faithful without visible resolution, this conversation is for you. This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth. Use code SIGNAL8 for 21% off at CozyEarth.com. The world is full of noise. Choose the signal.
What We Build Teaches Us
What happens when the things we build begin teaching us? In this episode, Gregory Michael reflects on an unexpected realization that emerged while stewarding the growth of the Quiet Maverick ecosystem: over time, the work we commit ourselves to begins shaping us in return. Together, we explore stewardship, attention, growth, and the often-overlooked lessons hidden within our responsibilities, disciplines, relationships, and daily practices. Quiet Maverick Challenge: Take ten quiet minutes this week and reflect on something you're building, carrying, or stewarding. Then ask yourself: "What is this teaching me?" Sponsor: Afuera Coffee Co. Sustainably sourced coffee from certified Rainforest Alliance farms in Central and South America. Use promo code SIGNAL8 for 15% OFF any product. Website: www.afueracoffee.com
Quiet Maverick Origins — The Pressure That Formed the Signal
Some realizations arrive long before we have language for them. In this episode of Quiet Maverick Origins, Gregory Michael reflects on the difference between being seen and being recognized. A conversation about authenticity, resonance, stewardship, and the surprising moments when something you've quietly carried for years begins to connect with others. Not through performance. Not through force. But through truth. Because recognition isn't something we chase. It's often something that emerges when we stop trying to be anything other than who we were created to be. Sponsor: Strong Coffee Company Website: https://strongcoffeecompany.com Promo Code: SIGNAL8 Quiet Maverick listeners receive 20% OFF any product. Support your capacity. Steward your energy. Move with intention.
Quiet Maverick Origins — The Difference Between Responsibility and Authority
In this episode of Quiet Maverick Origins, Gregory Michael explores the difference between responsibility and authority—and the hidden burden of carrying consequences for decisions you never had the power to make. Through personal reflection and insights from the parable of the ten virgins, Gregory examines the distinction between stewardship and rescue, compassion and responsibility, and why not every burden belongs under your care. If you've ever felt responsible for everyone and everything around you, this conversation offers a grounded invitation to reconsider what has truly been assigned to you. Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by Savorista Coffee—premium craft decaf and half-caf coffee designed for intentional energy without sacrificing flavor. Quiet Maverick listeners receive 25% off their order with promo code SIGNAL8. Visit: https://savorista.com Promo Code: SIGNAL8
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