Would you do whatever Jesus says to do? Jesus’s first miracle shows He is worth obeying. No matter how odd, unconventional or counter-cultural the path, Jesus is the Good Shepherd, and we can trust Him. You have no idea what He has waiting for you on the other side of obedience. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
If the tomb is empty, anything is possible. We, as believers, trust in the greatest miracle: the death and resurrection of Jesus. If God can do that, why do we doubt? Strengthen your faith as Pastor Joby encourages us in today’s episode. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
God wants to put you on display. He wants to showcase the miraculous works He has done in your heart. People are watching you even in the mundane, everyday tasks of life. Let His work shine through. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
When the pressure is on, whatever is inside of us comes out. Isn’t that convicting? We cannot be filled with the Holy Spirit and resentment at the same time. If we allow the Spirit to work, He will gently take us to the cross. Here we can see our need for forgiveness allowing us to embrace gentleness and let go of bitterness. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
Which will you choose: gentleness or harshness? Both have the power to change our course and influence others around us. The Holy Spirit can direct us and help us toward the gentleness that leads to blessing. He can get into the details of our lives and smooth away the jagged edges that are so natural to our behavior. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
Is gentleness not in your DNA? God wants to shape you into a passionate person who is under control. Our unnecessary roughness can be smoothed by placing ourselves under the control of His Spirit. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
When was the last time you did a review of your character? Do the fruits of the Spirit listed in Galatians look like you? Gentleness is one of the fruits that is often overlooked. When we look to Jesus, we find our model for living with gentleness. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
Is there anything more contagious than joy? Living with a thankful heart not only changes us but spreads to others around us. May we be a people who spread the contagious gift of joy by living life counting all of our blessings. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
Are you looking for opportunities to be thankful? Gratitude can find opportunities in every circumstance. God is kind; our seed of gratefulness can grow into full fledged joy. The more we thank, the more we see to be thankful for. Pursue joy by looking for every chance to practice contentment. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
How much do we miss by going too fast? Slowing down allows us to see what otherwise we would miss: the good gifts God has for us. Giving space to appreciate His work is the only way we can consistently practice gratitude. How can you slow down today? For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
Gratitude has the power to keep you from the comparison trap. Simply learning to name each of the gifts God has given us changes our whole outlook. Wouldn’t you want to be full of joy, peace and contentment? Allow God to change you by counting out all you already have in Him. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
What is a spark to all your sin? Ingratitude. What is the solution? It's learning to be content in all circumstances. Join us this week to learn the secret to having gratitude, no matter your situation. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
Tune in as Pastor Derwin Gray shares his personal testimony and faith journey. Thanks to a persistent and faithful man who shared his faith over and over, the Gospel transformed Pastor Derwin’s perspective of Christianity from moral improvement to seeking a personal relationship with God. You won’t want to miss this episode! For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
Are you experiencing a crisis, pain or tragedy? In today’s episode, Pastor Derwin Gray speaks encouragement and truth of how to find strength, hope, and meaning when the storms of life strike. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
Pastor Derwin Gray shares a personal story of how he saw the power of the Gospel come to life as he shared his testimony with his coach. The Gospel brings people together and can create transforming life change. As you tune in today, will you accept Pastor Derwin’s challenge to share your testimony with others? For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
What if being challenged doesn't break us, but instead breaks open new possibilities within us? Join us as Pastor Derwin Gray share a story from high school and the coach's impact on his potential by giving him a second chance. This episode provides a powerful reminder to inspire others to achieve their best for God’s glory. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
What does God see when He looks at you? Pastor Derwin Gray shares how placing your trust in Jesus results in a powerful exchange, like receiving a new 'outfit' from God. This dynamic change leads to worship and freedom from shame. Tune in as Pastor Derwin shares an encouraging word out of Galatians 3:27. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
While we pick up stones to condemn, Jesus stoops down to offer compassion. None of us are sinless, and we are all in need of grace. Jesus wants us to understand how much He loves us so that we choose Him over our sin. In Him, we can walk in the newness of life. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
Join us today as we zoom in on a short story from the Gospel of John. Just as Jesus stooped down to care for a woman caught in adultery, He is with us in our sin and mess. He is not standing over us, like Pharisees, judging and shaming us. Jesus offers grace and lifts us out of the pit. Will you accept His grace today? For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
King Xerxes released a second decree allowing the Jewish people to defend themselves and they soundly defeated their enemies. All throughout this story, God was working behind the scenes to place the right people in the right place at the right time. God is also at work in your life and is the ultimate Hero in your story. Where do you see Him working this week? For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
Esther finally revealed her Jewish heritage to the king and begged for the life of her people. Haman’s true nature is also revealed, which leads him to being hung on the very gallows he built for Mordecai. As we reflect on this story, pray and ask the Lord to help keep you humble and honest so that you honor Him in all that you do. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
In the middle of a sleepless night, King Xerxes was reminded of when Mordecai saved his life. The king asked Haman what he should do to honor someone. Because of his pride, Haman assumed the king wanted to honor him. How do you think he felt when he found out it was Mordecai? Listen in to hear how Haman was humbled while Mordecai was honored. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
Courage isn’t the absence of fear but moving ahead in spite of the fear. Esther courageously approached the king to invite him and Haman to a series of strategically planned banquets. Haman’s pride continued to grow along with his hatred of Mordecai, so he built a gallows to hang him. Something would have to give. Will it be Haman’s pride or Esther’s courage? For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
Esther asked her people to pray for her as she prepared to approach the king. She had kept her identity a secret but was willing to lay it all on the line, including her own life, for them. The enemy wants us to submit to our fear, but God is bigger than anything we might face in our lives. We can trust Him no matter what we are going through. What fears do you need to hand over to God this week? For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
God will always accomplish His plan and He invites us to be a part of the story. Esther had a choice to make. Would she try to keep herself safe or be courageous and speak up on behalf of her people? God gives all of us opportunities where we must decide whether or not we are going to trust Him. Where is He asking you to be brave today? For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
Mordecai, Esther’s cousin, discovered a plot against the king and ultimately saved the king’s life. Haman, one of the king’s officials, hated Mordecai because he would never bow when Haman walked by. He didn’t want to just punish Mordecai but the entire Jewish population. He convinced the king to issue a decree declaring all Jews would be killed on a specific date. Who could rescue them? Was Esther made queen for such a time as this? For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive...
Join us as we binge another story from the Old Testament: Esther. King Xerxes of Persia threw a party that lasted for months which ended in the banishment of the queen. Xerxes went on a hunt for a new queen and a beauty pageant was held with girls from all over the kingdom. Esther, a lowly Jewish girl, got swept up into the festivities and won the heart of the king. Tune in as Pastor Mike teaches through the story. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
We are all in need of God’s grace, but do you ever believe some people are more worthy of it than others? Jonah was thankful when God showed him mercy, but he was angry when He showed the same mercy to Nineveh. God’s grace gives all of us what we do not deserve, and that is not fair. Thank God today for not being fair with you. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
After Jonah was spat out of the fish, God gave him the exact same instructions: go to Nineveh. Jonah didn’t want to go to “those people” because Nineveh was the capital city of Israel’s violent enemies. But God loves even “those people” and will forgive anyone when they repent and turn to Him. No matter what you have done, come to God with a humble, repentant heart and He will forgive you. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
What do your prayers sound like when you feel like you are in the depths? Jonah cried out to God from the belly of the fish because he knew that salvation belonged only to the Lord. Listen in today to learn how to write your own prayer thanking God for how He has rescued you. For more information, visit lakepointe.church/dailydrive
