Live Free with Josh Howerton

When you think about God, do you imagine a list of to-dos, or do you see Him as someone you get to enjoy? God never wants us to try and earn His love. He already loves us more than we can even know, and He wants to give us good gifts. Just as the angels proclaimed to the shepherds in Luke 2, God has good news for us about the most amazing gift that will bring us great joy. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

Have you ever felt questioned for breaking the status quo? Today, we follow Peter’s return to Jerusalem after sharing the Gospel with Gentiles in Caesarea, only to face skepticism from fellow believers. Peter explains the vision he received from God and the miraculous work of the Holy Spirit among the Gentiles, revealing that God’s love and salvation are for everyone. This encounter is a powerful turning point, marking the inclusivity of the early church and affirming that it is the Holy Spirit—not race or tradition—that unites us as one family in Christ. Let’s live with gratitude today, knowing that the door to God’s kingdom is open to all. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

Have you ever wondered if God’s love truly embraces all people? Today, we witness a pivotal moment as Peter fully embraces his mission to share Jesus with people outside his own culture and tradition. Entering the home of Cornelius, a Roman centurion, Peter delivers the message of Jesus’s love and resurrection to Gentiles, a step that breaks centuries-old boundaries. The Holy Spirit’s powerful presence among Cornelius’s household is a testament to God’s desire for unity and inclusion. Peter’s journey encourages us to break down any personal or cultural walls that separate us from others, offering God’s love to everyone we meet as we live out the truth of one faith and one family. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

In today’s episode, we continue with the powerful story of Peter entering Cornelius’s home—a moment that reveals the true inclusivity of God’s kingdom. As Peter shares the good news of Jesus with Cornelius and his household, the Holy Spirit moves in an undeniable way, confirming that God’s love and salvation are for everyone, regardless of background or identity. This encounter brings two conversions: Cornelius and his family discovering Jesus, and Peter’s own heart opening to God’s vision for all people. This story reminds us that through Jesus, God has torn down every dividing wall and invited everyone into a new community of love and grace. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

What does it mean to truly embrace everyone as our neighbor? Today, we explore a turning point in the early church as Peter receives a vision that challenges centuries of exclusivity and prejudice. God shows Peter that His love and salvation are for everyone, not just a select group. This revelation leads Peter to welcome non-Jewish visitors into his home and ultimately to the house of Cornelius, a Roman, where he must decide whether to cross social and cultural barriers. This story invites us to reflect on our own hearts, letting God break down any walls of prejudice or division within us. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

Have you ever felt challenged to step out of your comfort zone to love others? Today, we follow Peter as God begins a deep work in his heart, challenging him to break down the walls of prejudice he’s carried his entire life. Through a vision, God shows Peter that His love extends far beyond cultural and religious boundaries. Though hesitant, Peter starts to understand that following Jesus means embracing all people, even those he’d once excluded. This story encourages us to examine our own hearts, praying for God to reveal any hidden biases that keep us from truly loving others. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive 

What does it mean to take a public step of faith? Today, we revisit the powerful encounter between Philip and the Ethiopian official as he chooses to be baptized. Philip’s willingness to follow God’s lead opens the door for a life-changing decision, one that mirrors the journey many of us take toward surrender. Baptism, as we see in this story, is an outward sign of an inward faith—a moment to mark new life in Jesus. If you’ve been considering baptism, let this story inspire you to take that next step today. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive 

Have you ever experienced a life-changing encounter with a stranger? In today’s episode, we witness Philip’s journey into the wilderness where he encounters an Ethiopian official searching for truth. God orchestrates this meeting, and Philip seizes the opportunity to share the good news of Jesus. Their time together culminates in the official’s decision to be baptized, a beautiful step of faith inspired by a divine encounter. Let’s be open to these intersections today and see where God might lead us. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

In today’s episode, we witness Philip’s journey into Samaria, a place filled with cultural tensions and deep-seated divisions. Yet, led by the Holy Spirit, Philip steps boldly into this unfamiliar territory, bringing the message of Jesus to people who were often overlooked. His story shows us that God sometimes calls us beyond what’s comfortable to reach those who need His love most. By following Philip’s example, we can stay open to God’s promptings and look for divine appointments with those who need hope. Let’s walk in faith today, ready to share God’s love wherever He may lead. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

What happens when God moves us out of our comfort zones? Today, we see how the early church was propelled from familiar surroundings in Jerusalem into challenging territories due to persecution. Though scattered, believers found new ways to spread the message of Jesus, showing us that God often uses our discomfort for greater purposes. Just as He called them out, He calls us to impact lives around us beyond our safe places. Let’s keep our hearts open to God’s leading today, ready to follow wherever He calls. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive