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1. Redeemed to Go Share | Ep. 410 | Friday, August 30, 2024

   30 Aug 2024 · 6:39

   Jesus has the power to redeem any life. Following her redemption, the woman at the well found the confidence and joy to openly share her story with a community that had previously shamed her. Redemption, often…

2. Don’t Change the Subject | Ep. 409 | Thursday, August 29, 2024

   29 Aug 2024 · 5:08

   Jesus won’t get distracted by your change of subject and shallow conversations. Jesus sees beyond the surface, embracing your past and present with compassion. He offers a safe haven for genuine conversations. Jesus is…

3. Living Water VS. Well Water | Ep. 408 | Wednesday, August 28, 2024

   28 Aug 2024 · 5:34

   What is your soul really thirsty for? Where are you drawing your water to fill up your bucket? In John 4, water from the well symbolizes surface-level solutions, like overachievement, substance abuse, shallow…

4. If You Knew the Gift of God | Ep. 407 | Tuesday, August 27, 2024

   27 Aug 2024 · 7:49

   In John 4:10, Jesus told the Samaritan women at the well, “If you knew the gift of God…” Jesus doesn’t refuse anyone. He genuinely loves everyone, no matter what baggage they may carry. Jesus will break every barrier…

5. Jesus Had to Go Through Samaria | Ep. 406 | Monday, August 26, 2024

   26 Aug 2024 · 8:13

   Throughout the book of John, Jesus encounters disenfranchised people who desperately need to know they are loved. Jesus goes out of his way to break religious and societal norms to show kindness and courageous acts of…

6. The Greatest Dinner Party | Ep. 405 | Friday, August 23, 2024

   23 Aug 2024 · 7:17

   Three separate stories in Luke 15 show God’s heart for the lost. God embraces, loves, and shares meals with the lost and wants us to do the same. Pull up an extra seat at the table; don’t let your heart grow smug or…

7. Koinonia and the Early Church | Ep. 404 | Thursday, August 22, 2024

   22 Aug 2024 · 9:00

   God is ready to place lonely people into communities and restore the idea of family through missional hospitality and you. This is why God calls us to draw our family circles a little bigger and fire up our grills,…

8. A Holy Tailgate Party | Ep. 403 | Wednesday, August 21, 2024

   21 Aug 2024 · 7:15

   Being at a tailgate is electrifying. The parking lot becomes a joy-filled community with good food, camaraderie, and people you love. The early church had a word for this, koinonia, which means fellowship or shared…

9. Vitality of Hospitality | Ep. 402 | Tuesday, August 20, 2024

   20 Aug 2024 · 7:30

   Kitchens are what typically sells the house and what makes your house a home. When we share a meal, we are living on mission like how Jesus exemplified in Matthew 9. Today, ask yourself how you are hosting your table,…

10. Extending Your Dinner Table | Ep. 401 | Monday, August 19, 2024

    19 Aug 2024 · 8:24

    This week, we are exploring the importance of extending our dinner tables. When we sit around the table, we laugh, share life’s moments, and show who we care for and value. Jesus intentionally shared meals and sat with…

11. What Jesus Thinks of Lukewarm “Christianity” | Ep. 400 | Friday, August 16, 2024

    16 Aug 2024 · 8:53

    Jesus knocking at the door in Revelation is often interpreted as a call for unbelievers to let him into their lives, but in reality, he speaks to churchgoers in Laodicea. Despite their outward religious practices,…

12. Why Is God Not Answering My Prayers? | Ep. 399 | Thursday, August 15, 2024

    15 Aug 2024 · 9:09

    If you’re a Christian, you need to keep this in mind, God responds to 100% of your prayers. Sometimes, he does so by saying YES. Other times he does so, by saying NO. And often, he does so by saying NOT YET. What…

13. How God Responds When We Mess Up | Ep. 398 | Wednesday, August 14, 2024

    14 Aug 2024 · 8:31

    God is not angry with you, tired of you messing up, or exhausted by you. We rejoice that His thoughts and His ways are not the same as our thoughts and our ways. Isaiah 55:8-9 “For my thoughts are not your thoughts,…

14. You Might Be Praying The Wrong Way | Ep. 397 | Tuesday, August 13, 2024

    13 Aug 2024 · 8:25

    Most people assume that prayer should be primarily a way to “get God to give me what I want”, but Jesus teaches that prayer is primarily us, aligning our will with God’s. Today, take your time and meditate on what…

15. The Most Misinterpreted Bible Verse Ever | Ep. 396 Monday, Aug 12, 2024

    12 Aug 2024 · 8:09

    Paul is saying your heart can be satisfied whether you have much or little, whether you have achieved your goals or not, and whether things seem to be going well or not. Philippians 4:13 speaks primarily of how, with…

16. Pray for Discernment | Ep. 395 | Friday, August 9, 2024

    9 Aug 2024 · 6:40

    In this podcast episode, we conclude our discussion on the 5 principles of Godly parenting. Today's focus is on the importance of praying for godly discernment at every stage of your child's life. Discernment is a…

17. Footsteps in the Right Direction | Ep. 394 | Thursday, August 8, 2024

    8 Aug 2024 · 7:03

    God calls parents to guide their children in walking the path of righteousness. By leaving your footprints heading in the right direction, you instill valuable lessons. Among these teachings is the importance of…

18. The Ambiance of Your Home | Ep. 393 | Wednesday, August 7, 2024

    7 Aug 2024 · 5:50

    Trade the concept of your dream house for God's vision of a dream home. It's not just about the exterior beauty of your house; it's about creating meaningful moments under its roof. While spending quality time with…

19. Dream with Your Kids | Ep. 392 | Tuesday, August 6, 2024

    6 Aug 2024 · 7:31

    At every stage, parents are called by God to nurture their children's dreams and support them in following God's unique path for their lives. Trust that God will guide you as you assist your children in pursuing their…

20. Family: The Original Plan | Ep. 391 | Monday, August 5, 2024

    5 Aug 2024 · 7:01

    The Bible is rich with stories that remind us that family, despite its imperfections, is part of God’s original plan. Did you know that children’s natural curiosity is a gift from God and part of his family plan? One…

21. Stuck in Quicksand | Ep. 390 | Friday, August 2, 2024

    2 Aug 2024 · 7:00

    Today's podcast reminds you that you have permission to be brutally honest and completely open with God in every circumstance. God can handle your vulnerability and all of your emotions. In Psalms, the writers follow a…

22. A Roadtrip Psalm | Ep. 389 | Thursday, August 1, 2024

    1 Aug 2024 · 6:21

    When you take a roadtrip, you typically have a few songs ready to play as you travel. In the Old Testament, people also sang songs to pass the time, one of which was Psalms 121, a song of ascents. They sang this song…

23. Rooted by the River Banks | Ep. 388 | Wednesday, July 31, 2024

    31 Jul 2024 · 4:54

    Rest with God and find joy when you delight in his presence day and night. In Psalm 1, the trees' job is to be planted by the river banks, rooted deep and not just fruitful. Today, ignore what culture says about…

24. Be Consumed Not A Consumer | Ep. 387 | Tuesday, July 30, 2024

    30 Jul 2024 · 5:05

    Reading Psalm 100, we discover our purpose is not to be a consumer. Our purpose is to be consumed by the goodness of God when we are in his presence. Your challenge today is to shout with joy and loudly sing your…

25. Is My Heart Pure for Nothing? | Ep. 386 | Monday, July 29, 2024

    29 Jul 2024 · 7:56

    Have you ever thought being a good person was utterly pointless when you compare your life to someone else living so carefree? Or have you wondered is my heart pure for nothing? Always remember, God's goodness remains…

26. Reverse the Drift | Ep. 385 | Friday, July 26, 2024

    26 Jul 2024 · 5:01

    How do I reverse my drift and put my hope back with God? Dive into Psalm 42 today as we learn how to reverse the drift and drop anchor with God. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

27. We are All in the Same Boat | Ep. 384 | Thursday, July 25, 2024

    25 Jul 2024 · 7:06

    How does drifting happen? Drifting occurs when we stop counting our blessings, gathering together, resting, praying, and climbing. Today, let’s hear how to drop anchor with God and stop the drifting. For more…

28. The Key to being Anchored | Ep. 383 | Wednesday, July 24, 2024

    24 Jul 2024 · 5:26

    We all drift in our relationships, passions, and purposes. The key to being anchored in God and avoiding drifting is to take inventory of your life, retrace your steps, and pray for God to search your heart. David…

29. Bleached with Grace | Ep. 382 | Tuesday, July 23, 2024

    23 Jul 2024 · 5:54

    Dirty laundry piles up quickly, and stains set in when you never address them. The same is true with our shame and sin, but your failures are not fatal. There is real freedom with Christ! Today, let God bleach your…

30. Drift Happens | Ep. 381 | Monday, July 22, 2024

    22 Jul 2024 · 7:37

    Ever wonder how I can say “that,” think “that,” or act like “that”? Psalm 51 contains King David's prayer for restoration—his confession and plea for forgiveness came after he drifted with lust and power and hid from…

31. Tangible Love | Ep. 380 | Friday, July 19, 2024

    19 Jul 2024 · 6:51

    When processing grief, sometimes the best thing we can do is eat with others. It is healing to gather around the table of gratitude, share a meal with loved ones, laugh, cry, and reminisce. In Psalms 23:5 it says, “You…

32. The Triumph of Light | Ep. 379 | Thursday, July 18, 2024

    18 Jul 2024 · 6:11

    Light is amazing; it warms, guides, and always wins against the darkness. The enemy tries to use your grief to steal, kill, and destroy your life, but the light of truth always will chase away the darkness. Let Psalm…

33. Renew Your Soul | Ep. 378 | Wednesday, July 17, 202

    17 Jul 2024 · 6:12

    Biblical sheep are not cowardly blind followers. They trust and follow a good shepherd who wants to protect and provide for them. When we think of green pastures, we picture a field of rolling green grass, but in…

34. A Psalm for Comfort | Ep. 377 | Tuesday, July 16, 2024

    16 Jul 2024 · 8:24

    Psalm 23 is the most beautiful Psalm ever written. It is written for those burdened with grief trying to find comfort in difficult circumstances. This scripture depicts how God meets us right where we are as the good…

35. A Hole in Your Heart | Ep. 376 | Monday, July 15, 2024

    15 Jul 2024 · 7:27

    You can put your hope in God’s unfailing love. God cares for the lonely, heals the brokenhearted, and uplifts the humbled. In today’s message, we will discuss Psalm 25 and the truths of the 3Ps of anxiety: Personal,…

36. Look at All the Lonely People | Ep. 375 | Friday, July 12, 2024

    12 Jul 2024 · 7:30

    Q: Where do all the lonely people belong? A: Psalms 68 How are you doing today? Are you feeling lonely? Loneliness is feeling alone no matter how much social contact you may have, and it’s one of the scariest…

37. Beats for Our Battles | Ep. 374 | Thursday, July 11, 2024

    11 Jul 2024 · 6:38

    When we work out, we like to have the perfect playlist ready. In our life’s battles, the Book of Psalms has the perfect beats. Today, we will download what Psalms 13, 27, and 126 have to offer as we head towards desire…

38. The Staircase of Disappointment | Ep. 373 | Wednesday, July 10, 2024

    10 Jul 2024 · 7:37

    Have you ever not gotten the job you wanted, missed an event because you were sick, didn’t get into the program you wanted, or faced rejection? At one point, we all had to face disappointment in life, but what defines…

39. Playlist of Your Heart | Ep. 372 | Tuesday, July 9, 2024

    9 Jul 2024 · 8:24

    Today, you need to download some Psalms from the Bible to the playlist of your heart because what you download into your mind makes a huge difference in the direction of your life. The Jewish nation would sing Psalms…

40. Life’s Major Pursuit | Ep. 371 | Monday, July 8, 2024

    8 Jul 2024 · 8:01

    Do you ever have song lyrics stuck in your head? What about a Psalm? Today, we will try to get a Psalm stuck in our heads: “Taste and see that the Lord is good. How happy is the man who takes refuge in Him!” Psalm…

41. Thrive & Flourish | Ep. 370 | Friday, July 5, 2024

    5 Jul 2024 · 9:56

    In Ecclesiastes, King Solomon shares the five most straightforward ways to wreck your life, and Pastor Mike shares five ways to thrive and flourish all the days of your life. Listen in today today as he explains how to…

42. Young & Free | Ep. 369| Thursday, July 4, 2024

    4 Jul 2024 · 7:28

    God is the God of second chances and wants to use you today! True Godly freedom comes when we admit our failures and humble ourselves before our Heavenly Father. Point back to the right road today; don’t wait for your…

43. Guardrails Vs. Thin Yellow Lines | Ep. 368| Wednesday, July 3, 2024

    3 Jul 2024 · 10 min

    When we go over the edge of the guardrail, we can wreck our lives and damage relationships. We think we can total our lives, but God can save us from any wreckage. You need to give yourself more than just the thin…

44. Back On The Right Road | Ep. 367 | Tuesday, July 2, 2024

    2 Jul 2024 · 10 min

    If we want to wreck our lives, reject godly wisdom. If we're going to live a rich life, we need to respect and embrace God's wisdom and guardrails. King Solomon, known for his wisdom and wealth, admits his downfall…

45. Between Life’s Guardrails | Ep. 366 | Monday, July 1, 2024

    1 Jul 2024 · 10 min

    Subsplash description: We often take for granted the invisible guardrails strategically placed before the dangerous part of the road as we drive. Most of our deepest regrets and failures could have been avoided if we…

46. Designed for Each Other | Ep. 365 | Friday, June 28, 2024

    28 Jun 2024 · 9:45

    You cannot handle life on your own. Of course, you need God's strength, but that isn’t all! God gives us the gift of other people to fight sin, get through trials and keep the faith. Don’t wait; start now and reach out…

47. The Power of Friendship | Ep. 364 | Thursday, June 27, 2024

    27 Jun 2024 · 11 min

    We need the connection and support of others. Happiness and deep relationships go hand in hand. Want to lessen your chance of anxiety and depression? Want to live a long life? A deep connection with others helps us…

48. The Measure of Success | Ep. 363 | Wednesday, June 26, 2024

    26 Jun 2024 · 8:35

    Failure is succeeding at something that doesn't really matter. What really matters? How about the fruit of the Spirit? Not that we would do it apart from Him, but that success is submitting to Him and allowing him to…

49. His Image Not Ours | Ep. 362 | Tuesday, June 25, 2024

    25 Jun 2024 · 7:35

    To know who you are, you need to know who God is. Once you can see Him and His character we can then see who He says we are. When we see who we are in Him, we can be free. Free from chasing and scheming for the next…

50. Envy is Exhausting | Ep. 361 | Monday, June 24, 2024

    24 Jun 2024 · 6:43

    Envy fuels stress and anxiety and ignores all the good gifts we have. A good idea would be to encourage others, let them go first or celebrate someone else's success. When we turn our eyes away from ourselves, we truly…