In this second sermon of our Artificial Integrity series, we look at the story of King Saul's disobedience. Through this story, we identify four indicators of artificial integrity: allowing sin to linger, deflecting blame, treating God's commands as mere requests rather than directives, and becoming distant from God. Our response should be wholehearted submission to God's will over mere compliance, emphasizing that true obedience is more vital than empty religious acts.
Aug 25, 2025•46 min
In this first sermon of our Artificial Integrity series, Pastor Frank Bennett shares the seven woes given by Jesus that outlined ways the teachers of the Law were pretending to walk in righteousness. We look at ways these woes can show up in our lives today that reveal we are fake with our faith.
Aug 23, 2025•47 min
Guest speaker Bobby Martin shares what we can learn from the story of Joseph in the way he handled trials. Life will throw you a crazy ride. So fasten your seatbelts and trust in the Lord.
Aug 22, 2025•35 min
In this stand alone sermon, Pastor Frank Bennett shares the POINT of prayer. This prayer plan includes the steps of Praise, Offering, Intercession, Needs, and Thanksgiving. You can find this plan on the prayer page of our mobile app. Search LakePointOnline in your app store.
Aug 06, 2025•35 min
In this final message of the series through the Gospel of Mark, Pastor Frank Bennett shares the important truth that the Gospel ministry of Jesus must continue. We see three things in these final verses. The see a call to believe, a command to go, and a commitment to continue what Jesus started.
Aug 05, 2025•44 min
In this message, Pastor Frank Bennett shares the Easter story. The main points outline how the Gospel "waits," emphasizing God's patience as individuals consider accepting faith, and then how the Gospel requires "faith" itself, encouraging believers to step forward despite uncertainties. Furthermore, the text illustrates the "grace" inherent in the Gospel, particularly through the angel's specific mention of Peter, who had denied Jesus, signifying God's forgiveness. Finally, it concludes with th...
Aug 05, 2025•31 min
We take time to get to know the man who requested the body of Jesus after his death on the cross. We learn how to apply in our own lives the various aspects of courage that it took for Joseph to accomplish this extremely important job.
Jul 14, 2025•43 min
During today's message from the Gospel of Mark series, Student Minister Michael Thigpen takes us to the scene of the cross in Mark 15 and reminds us that the cross was no coincidence, but rather all part of God's master plan.
Jul 06, 2025•44 min
In this message from our Gospel of Mark series, we take close look at scene of Jesus before Pilate. We see proof of a great exchange take place during this passage when Jesus takes the place of Barabbas and also takes the place of our sin. Like Barabbas, there are many people still sitting in their prison of their past sin, when the prison doors have actually been opened.
Jun 29, 2025•27 min
We look at the lack of commitment by Peter towards Jesus at a very pivotal moment of his life. From this passage, we understand four takeaways for our own lives when we display a lack of commitment. A lack of commitment creates distance, causes instability and brokenness, but also creates space for grace to abound.
Jun 24, 2025•36 min
In this message from Pastor Frank Bennett, we visit the scene of the unjust trial of Jesus that is filled with false accusations and lies. We also see how Jesus responds to those. When Satan attacks us with accusations, we need to remember there is missing evidence from the lies. We also need to only respond to the truth and ignore the lies.
Jun 09, 2025•36 min
This sermon explores different expressions of loyalty, particularly in the context of Jesus' arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane. The sermon draws lessons from the actions of Judas, Peter, and Jesus himself, highlighting the nature of true devotion versus false or misguided loyalty.
Jun 02, 2025•40 min
We honor our high school graduating seniors with this special service led by several of our Lake Point Students.
May 20, 2025•43 min
An exploration of God's unconditional love, particularly in contrast to human weakness and pride, based on Mark 14:26-31.
May 12, 2025•43 min
This sermon analyzes the significance of Communion, drawing insights from the Gospel of Mark and other biblical passages. It explores the historical context of the Last Supper as both the final Passover and the first Communion, emphasizing Jesus' sacrifice as the fulfillment of the Old Covenant. The sermon also interprets the symbolic meaning of the bread as Christ's body and participation in the Christian community, and the cup as representing the new covenant established by His blood.
May 05, 2025•36 min
This message, focusing on the events leading up to Jesus' betrayal, specifically Judas Iscariot's plan to turn Jesus over and the Last Supper preparations. Jesus' actions demonstrate God's willingness to be "uncomfortably close," even to those who are distant or planning betrayal, emphasizing a "plan of love" that includes everyone. The piece also emphasizes the disciples' reaction to the announcement of betrayal, noting their introspection and the importance of self-examination when facing sin ...
Apr 28, 2025•29 min
This Easter message explores the profound power of love as demonstrated through the Christian narrative, highlighting its presence from the cross, where Christ sacrificed himself for humanity, and from the empty grave, signifying resurrection and new life. It emphasizes that Jesus is the resurrection and can free individuals from what burdens them, arguing that accepting love from Heaven as a free gift is crucial. The core theme revolves around the idea that God's love is the driving force behin...
Apr 23, 2025•34 min
This sermon explores the concept of a deep love for Christ, using the biblical account of a woman anointing Jesus with expensive perfume as a central illustration. It outlines five key hallmarks of this profound love: worship, extravagance, disregard for worldly opinion, resulting spiritual insight, and divine approval.
Apr 14, 2025•40 min
Student Minister, Michael Thigpen, shares this message with the simple question. Are You Ready? In Mark 13:28-37, Jesus tells us to watch for the signs that point to His second coming, We do not know the day or hour. But we can watch for the signs.
Apr 11, 2025•43 min
This sermon provides a detailed review of the "Second Coming of Jesus". The main themes revolve around the disciples' questions to Jesus about the timing and signs of his return and the end of the age, Jesus' subsequent prophecy involving cosmic disturbances and the arrival of the Son of Man in glory, and the gathering of believers. The sermon uses scripture from the Gospels (Mark, Matthew, Luke), Old Testament prophecies (Daniel, Isaiah, Joel), and the Book of Revelation, to construct its under...
Apr 01, 2025•30 min
In this message, Pastor Frank Bennett outlines a specific eschatological (end times) view, primarily drawing from the Book of Revelation and Jesus's teachings in Mark 13. The sermon focuses on a pre-tribulation rapture of the Church, followed by a seven-year tribulation period marked by escalating divine judgments, the rise of the antichrist, and culminating in the second coming of Jesus.
Mar 25, 2025•44 min
This sermon describes the coming world ruler, the antichrist, detailing his characteristics and actions based on prophecies from Daniel, Revelation, and other New Testament books. It also describes the intense suffering and persecution that will occur during the Tribulation, emphasizing the importance of being spiritually prepared.
Mar 19, 2025•46 min
This sermon outlines the blueprint of the Rapture, highlighting Jesus's descent, a commanding voice, an archangel's call, and a trumpet sound, followed by believers being caught up to meet the Lord in the air.
Mar 10, 2025•46 min
This sermon by Pastor Frank Bennett focuses on Jesus' teachings in Mark 13 concerning the end times. The Pastor Frank breaks down this chapter into five key themes: Destruction, Deception, Disaster, Distress, and Declaration. The sermon emphasizes the speaker's belief that these signs are increasingly evident in the present day, indicating that we are living in the "last days."
Mar 03, 2025•41 min
Mark 12:35-44 explores Jesus's identity during Passover Week. It examines Jesus's teachings within the temple, particularly his challenge to traditional views of the Messiah. This passage emphasizes Jesus as both the Son of God and a figure who confronts hypocrisy. It highlights his defense and protection of the "poor in spirit," using the example of the widow's offering. This passage aims to help us reflect on our personal relationship with Jesus,
Feb 23, 2025•38 min
This sermon, based on Mark 12:18-27, explores the nature of the afterlife, specifically addressing the Sadducees' challenge to Jesus regarding the resurrection. The sermon highlights that God is the God of the living, that earthly marriage is a metaphor for the relationship between Christ and the Church, and that there is no marriage in heaven.
Feb 11, 2025•30 min
This sermon uses the passage in Mark 12:13-17, where Jesus is questioned about paying taxes to Caesar, to explore the broader themes of authority, particularly God’s authority over our lives. The sermon focuses on two key questions: Does God have authority over our mouths, and does God have authority over our money? It connects these ideas to the concepts of tithing, offerings, and living in proper priority with God. The speaker uses the analogy of the coin bearing Caesar’s image and applies it ...
Feb 03, 2025•41 min
Mark chapter 7 shows an encounter with Jesus and a mother who had a major problem with a demon-possessed child. She begged Jesus for help. His reaction would seem disheartening towards her crisis. But what we learn is that sometimes the Lord will be quiet at our requests just to grow our faith. Pastor Frank Bennett shares 5 marks of a great faith.
Jul 22, 2024•34 min
In this message from our Gospel of Mark series, Pastor Frank Bennett shares the dangers of a divided heart as seen with how King Herod handled the beheading of John the Baptist. The picture of a divided heart is when we stand at the crossroads of who to believe. We are given the opportunity or choice to make that decision. But there's hope in the remedy of a divided heart.
Jun 28, 2024•45 min
In this message, we focus on two stories found in Mark chapter five that overlap one another and help teach the same lesson. That lesson is also found in Isaiah chapter 55: His ways are higher than our ways. His thoughts are higher than our thoughts. God can see it all. He understands it all. He wants us to place our full trust in Him, even during the delays of answering or meeting our need.
May 28, 2024•43 min
