Live Free with Josh Howerton Are Christians Desensitized to Sin? | Live Free with Josh Howerton
Jun 9, 2025
In this conversation, Mike Breaux and Chris Kuti, both pastors at Lakepointe Church, delve into the radical teachings of the Sermon on the Mount. They unpack the Beatitudes, emphasizing a countercultural approach to true fulfillment through spiritual poverty and dependence on God. The discussion highlights the need for acknowledging sin and embracing meekness, portraying humility as strength. Personal stories accentuate the journey of spiritual growth, and they even touch upon navigating faith amid AI's rise, urging thoughtful engagement with technology.
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Mike's Lifelong Sermon Impact
- Mike shared how the Sermon on the Mount gripped his heart as a college freshman and shaped his faith journey.
- He revisited and preached on it many years later, showing its lifelong impact.
Jesus as New Moses Figure
- Jesus taught with the authority of a new Moses, offering a law fulfilled by grace, not just obedience.
- The Beatitudes present internal transformation rather than external compliance.
Beatitudes Define True Happiness
- Jesus declares blessings as deep spiritual approval, not fleeting happiness.
- His path opposes worldly ideas of happiness, promising life filled with approval from God.
