Live Free with Josh Howerton

If you’re looking for a blueprint for a God-honoring lifestyle, look no further. In today’s episode, Dr. Tony Evans dives into Psalm 128, which gives a great summary of what it looks like to live a life on target. This Scripture-filled episode is just the first of the series and will leave you not only feeling grateful for the presence of God in your life but also eager for more of it. For more in...

It’s no secret that we live in a broken world, but there is a day coming when all will be made right for those who trust in Jesus. Pastor Mike encourages us in today’s episode to persevere on this side of eternity. How can you live today with an eternal perspective? For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

What’s the difference between religion and a relationship with Jesus? A lot! Tune in to today’s episode as Pastor Mike shares how God isn’t looking for rule keepers or hard workers. He is a loving Father who is longing for your heart. So, if you’ve ever felt like God is mad at you or disappointed in you, today’s episode is for you. It’s time to understand the difference between religion and faith...

The job description of every Christian is to be light in a dark world. Today’s episode will challenge you to leave complaining behind and instead focus on brightening people’s day with Christ’s love. Challenge accepted? For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

God is hard at work in your life. He gives you both the desire *and* the power to walk the road of Jesus joyfully. As Pastor Mike continues to teach through Philippians, today’s episode will encourage you to persevere in your walk with God. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

We all have blind spots in our lives. That’s why the psalmist in Psalm 139 prays: “Search me, O God, and know my heart.” In today’s episode, Pastor Mike helps us get after pride by opening our eyes to how pride can hide itself in our lives. This time of reflection is followed by a focused prayer for humility today. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

Humility is a lifestyle and it’s modeled best by Jesus! He lived His life on earth serving others, putting them first, and looking out for them. This last episode of the week is a great reminder to do the same. Pastor Mike instructs you to follow Jesus and see that your life reflects His. You’ll want to turn the volume up and prepare your heart for the Scripture discussed today! For more informati...

Every single day, you can re-surrender your life to God. To wake up, make the conscious decision to pursue Him, and act accordingly throughout your day is an act of humility! In this episode, Pastor Mike unpacks several verses from Philippians 2 that encourage this exact mentality. Remember: it’s never too late to start. Every day is a NEW day, and this episode will surely get you started on the r...

What does it look like to have the same attitude, mindset, and radical approach that Jesus had? Today, Pastor Mike describes how to pursue those things as you live your new life in Christ, with humility being at the root of all your actions. After listening to this Scripture-filled episode, you’ll be ready to take on the challenge that wraps it all up! For more information, visit lakepointe.church...

God makes a big deal about pride and ego because the world doesn’t. Actually, today’s world *boasts* in them. Do you know what it looks like to put those on the altar and pursue Christ-like character instead? Pastor Mike answers that question in this episode as he continues through Philippians chapter 2. Grab something to take notes, because this is a lesson with a takeaway for everyone who hears...

It’s easy to divide people into two categories: those who need help (others) and those who give help (yourself). The reality is that you are BOTH of those people. Sometimes you give help, and sometimes you receive it. This episode with Pastor Mike defines the word that sums up those two categories: friendship— and discusses its value on your best and worst days. Consider this episode a friendly ti...

If you knew that the cross—that death—was in your future, would you still travel the road to it? Jesus did. At the end of the week, He begins the trek up the hill where He will be crucified. In this last episode of the Holy Week series, Pastor Mike tells the story of the sacrifice that the Son of God made on behalf of all people. Death could not hold Him and sin was defeated. Rejoice in that truth...

Jesus is in custody and sent to trial. He is wrongly accused and condemned to death. Today’s episode continues to walk through the book of Matthew, where these powerful, world-changing events are recounted. Jesus, the Son of God, is about to give His life to save the lives of many. Tune in to hear about these days that led to the cross. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

At this point in the week, Jesus is left alone. He is overcome with grief as He prepares for the crushing weight of sin to be placed upon Him. In today’s episode, Pastor Mike shares how significant this moment is at the present time and how the events following would change the world forever. You’ll want to equip your heart and mind to hear about this lonely time in the garden. For more informatio...

As Holy Week continues to unfold, Jesus finds Himself at a table with sinners. They spend time in conversation, breaking bread and expressing their gratitude toward Jesus. Today’s episode discusses how He spent His time leading up to His arrest. While people were plotting to take Jesus into custody, He was faithfully continuing His ministry on earth. This discussion reveals just how much Jesus car...

At the start of the week, Jesus receives a warm welcome into Jerusalem. Crowds gather to greet Him and wave palm branches as He walks by. In today’s episode, Pastor Mike shares about the significance of this first event of Holy Week and the others that begin to unfold. As you prepare your heart for Easter, you’ll want to start here! For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

The circumstances you walk through in life can be incredibly hard at times. Even so, did you know that the attitude you present as you go through them impacts the people around you? The good news of Jesus can be proclaimed despite the struggle and in a lot of ways, the struggle makes the good news more evident. In today’s episode, Pastor Mike shares what it looks like to hold onto your faith in th...

Jesus is strong, wise, courageous, loving, powerful, and good—He’s the life-giving vine and you are the branch. The good news? As long as you, the branch, are connected to Jesus, the vine, it will be evident that the fruit of your life is from Him. In today’s episode, Pastor Mike talks about the transformation you’ll see as you put this into practice. It’s a lesson you’ll want to take to heart! Fo...

God’s goal is to shape you to be more like Jesus. It doesn’t matter where your starting point is—there is always incredible life-change through Him! In this episode, you’ll learn that even after your time on earth has come to an end, God will use your life to touch the lives of others. You will make an eternal impact because you allowed God to transform you from the inside out. For more informatio...

A little bit of joy goes a *long* way. It’s easy to get caught up in the flow and forget to acknowledge the things in your life that you’re grateful for. This episode comes with an eye-opening reminder about the joy you can find all around you and a challenge to take note of it as often as you can. Whether this practice comes easily to you or if it’s something you have to try harder at, you’ll dis...

Offering up a few moments of your time to pray for someone can impact that person for *life* and might start a butterfly effect that touches more than just the two of you. In today’s episode, Pastor Mike shares about a time that this happened to him years ago and how he still is moved by it to this day. The powerful story is followed by a question that will prompt you to try this out in your own l...

When we find new life in Jesus, we shift our focus from who we’ve been to who we’re becoming. Our actions then align with that mindset and we begin to live a life that honors Him. In today’s episode, Pastor Mike shares how to be transformed from the inside out and how to find joy in the process. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

Defense can become a knee-jerk reaction in your walk with God, but can you remember to play offense too? That means living a life that reflects that which Jesus lived. In today’s episode, Pastor Mike shares how to love, honor, invite, include, forgive, and react in unexpected ways—which will ultimately display the goodness of God to those around you. Can you apply this lesson to your life today? F...

When you react like Jesus would, it makes people wonder what you have that they don’t. It makes them think about their own actions and how the unexpected appears to be better than the expected. This episode shares how God can work through you as live your life like Jesus would instead of as the world does. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive

There are multiple steps to letting go of bitterness. The first one? Inviting God to be involved. If you have stored up resentment, it’s impossible to truly let it go if you’re doing it on your own. In this episode, Pastor Mike talks through circumstances that you may be experiencing and shares a prayer that could help you through them. This is a powerful process that you won’t want to miss! For m...