LifePoint Church Podcast

"Jesus Why Did You Have To Die?" | Pastor Mike Burnette

This Easter sermon passionately proclaims the central message of Christianity: that Jesus, the Son of God, died a brutal death on the cross to pay for the sins of all humanity, fulfilling God’s plan of redemption and defeating the power of sin and death. It emphasizes that Jesus' resurrection is the cornerstone of our faith, offering not only forgiveness but transformation, freedom, and new life through the power of His blood. The preacher invites listeners to receive this gift personally, reminding them that God's plan of salvation is deeply personal—Jesus did it all for you.

Why Do You Ask Me to Guard my Heart, Jesus? | Pastor Mike Burnette

Pastor Mike challenged the cultural message of "following your heart," urging believers instead to follow Jesus, who isn’t following our personal feelings or desires. The sermon emphasized guarding, submitting, and transforming our hearts through God’s Word, confession, and delighting in Him. By honestly examining the condition of our hearts and aligning our lives with God’s will, we can avoid spiritual indifference and produce lasting, godly fruit.

Why Do You Ask Me To Follow You, Jesus | Pastor Mike Burnette

This weeks sermon focuses on the challenging teachings of Jesus, specifically His invitation to "Follow Me." Pastor Mike highlights the story of the Rich Young Ruler to explore the cost of following Jesus, urging listeners to identify and surrender the “one thing” standing between them and full devotion to Christ. The message emphasizes that following Jesus requires daily decisions of surrender, evaluation, and action, with the promise of eternal life and a transformed life on earth for those who truly follow Him.

"Why Did You Tell Me To Forgive Everyone, Jesus?"| Pastor Mike Burnette

This sermon focuses on the importance of forgiveness and how it impacts our relationship with God and others. It emphasizes that if Jesus said something, it can be trusted and is good for us to obey. The message challenges us to reflect on our struggles with accepting God's forgiveness and how unforgiveness may hinder our worship.

The Awe of God | John Bevere

The sermon encourages believers to fear God, not in a way that leads to dread, but in awe and reverence, particularly through experiencing His presence and obeying His Word. It emphasizes the importance of trembling before God's holiness and responding immediately to His commands, even when the benefits aren't immediately clear. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a deep, enduring relationship with God, marked by obedience and a clean, righteous fear that transforms our daily walk with Him.

Right Fights | Pastors Jordan & Erin Smalley

In this sermon, Pastors Jordan and Erin emphasize the importance of "fighting the right fights" in our faith, drawing from the teachings in 1 Timothy. They encourage the congregation to stay focused on the truth of the gospel, pursue contentment over material wealth, and actively strive for godliness in their lives. They also stress the need for generosity and living with purpose, using their resources to serve others and store up treasures that last beyond earthly possessions.

We Are FAM-I-LY (Timothy 5.1 - 6.2) | Pastor Mike Burnette

In today's sermon, we explore how the church should operate as a spiritual family, emphasizing respect, honor, and care for one another, especially across generations. The Apostle Paul urges us to treat older members as parents and younger members as siblings, while also stressing the importance of caring for widows and holding church leaders accountable. Ultimately, the sermon challenges us to live in purity, honor, and godliness, reflecting Jesus in all our relationships and actions within the church.

Guarded, Godly, & Great (1 Timothy 4.1-16) | Pastor Mike Burnette

In today’s sermon from 1 Timothy 4, Pastor Mike emphasizes the importance of guarding our lives and faith, highlighting the need to protect our convictions and be cautious of negative influences that can lead us astray. The message also stresses the pursuit of godliness, urging believers to train themselves in godly living and set a positive example for others through their speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity. Finally, the sermon encourages the congregation to persist in these practices, remaining steadfast in their faith while using their gifts to serve God and others.

Life & Leadership in the Local Church (1 Timothy 3) | Pastor Mike Burnette

In this sermon Pastor Mike emphasizes the importance of church leaders, including deacons, living above reproach and embodying high standards of godliness to reflect Christ's heart of service. It challenges all Christians, not just leaders, to uphold these standards as a way to positively influence others and contribute to the church’s integrity. The sermon also encourages personal reflection on how we can serve, live with purpose, and support the growth of the local church in both leadership and service.

Life & Living as Christians ( 1 Timothy 2.1-15) | Pastor Mike Burnette

In this sermon, Pastor Mike emphasizes the importance of praying for everyone, even those we may not like, to foster a more peaceful life and align with God's desire for all people to be saved. It encourages believers to pray and disciple others to increase their knowledge of God, using the exegetical, theological, and homiletical processes to interpret Scripture. Additionally, it explores the beauty of gender differences, urging men to lead in prayer with submission, and challenges both men and women to embrace God's design for roles in church leadership based on biblical principles.