Live Free with Josh Howerton

Do you want a do-over? Are you having a hard time pushing through? What creates grit and perseverance? In today’s episode, Pastor Bianca Olthoff unpacks how the Apostle Paul pushed through as we start a new week-long series on grit.For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

Do you feel like there is so much bad news? It can be overwhelming if we look at all the terrible things happening around us. Yet, God has given us promises to hold onto even when we see all the bad. Tune in as Pastor Mike reminds us that these promises can give us what we need to step out in faith. Just a little courage can make all the difference.For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

Do you have “hurry sickness”? Are you tempted to value time over people? When we do that, we actually miss out on what’s really important in life. Pastor Mike reminds us the value of pulling over, popping the hood, and changing lanes so you can find rest in God.For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

In case you need to hear this today, nothing you will ever say or confess to God can surprise Him. You can stop pretending you’re perfect, stop faking your feelings, and be honest with Him. God knows us better than we know ourselves and still loves us more than we could ever understand.For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

Are you ever worried that you don’t have the “right” thing to say to God when you pray? God is not looking for well-rehearsed speeches but a heart-to-heart connection with His children. Prayer is an ongoing conversation with God, and we can confidently approach Him anytime about anything.For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

Our enemy and the culture we live in try to distort our vision. Prayer helps correct it. Learn from God’s interaction with Job and how talking with God gives us proper focus and a fresh perspective. It reminds us that He is God and we are not.For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

What’s the point of prayer if God already knows everything? Jesus, Himself, regularly took time to talk to His Father, so let’s follow His example. God is never too busy to listen to us. Let’s not be too busy to talk to Him. In today’s episode, Pastor Mike reminds us to take time to connect with the one true God.For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

Today Pastor Mike looks at the power given to us in when we abide with Christ. The same power that raised Christ from the dead and inspired the Bible is the same power that lives within you. What can you NOT do when you live a life abiding with God?For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

Want to live a life that is flourishing? Your life can be transformed by recognizing the connection we have with God. His presence within us changes everything when we simply stay focused on that truth. It all starts with simple reminders and establishing the habit of living in the reality of His presence.For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

Today’s episode will challenge you to grow in your awareness of God’s presence. The truth is, not only do we remain in God, but He remains in us! Reflect on Psalm 139 and refresh yourself in the truth that we are always with God, around Him and known by Him. Life changes when we live in the truth of our constant union with God.For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive