Episode 45 | When God Feels Distant

Jeremy Sims joins us to share how the way we pray effects our view of God, aligns us to His purpose on earth, and draws us into deeper connection.

Pastor Lance Watson joins us to dive into some questions about how we deal with offenses made against us. How we can extend forgiveness, and more importantly restore relationships.

🎉 Welcome to Episode 50 of Extra at LifePoint Church – Our Father's Day Special! 🎉 We've hit a milestone—our 50th episode! And what better way to celebrate than with an honest, heartfelt, and hilarious conversation about fatherhood, mentorship, and what it really means to be a dad in today's world. In this special episode, Colin sits down with two incredible dads from the LifePoint community: Mike Howerton, who brought the Sunday message, and Colby, a dedicated law enforcement officer and high-capacity volunteer. From dad jokes and cargo shorts to mentoring the next generation and tackling the digital challenges facing today's families—this conversation is full of wisdom, laughter, and powerful takeaways. 👨‍👧‍👦 What We Talk About in This Episode: The "dad things" we all swore we'd never do (spoiler: dad jokes and fanny packs make the list!) How fatherhood evolves over time, from survival mode to intentional mentoring Mike's personal journey with mentorship and how being a lead pastor changed his view Colby's story of overcoming a broken home and finding mentors who shaped him The transition from being mentored to becoming a mentor—and why the time to start is now Challenges facing parents in 2025, especially with the rise of social media and phone addiction Practical tools for parenting in a digital age (Covenant Eyes, Canopy, and more) How to lead your kids with grace, connection, and faith at the center Redefining what it means to be a "successful" parent 💬 Key Quotes: "You don't have to wait until you have it all together to mentor someone. God uses us right where we are." "We're not just trying to keep our kids away from bad things—we're inviting them into something better: a life of freedom and purpose with Jesus." "When your adult kids still want to hang out with you, you're doing something right." 📱 Resources Mentioned: Covenant Eyes: Accountability software for phones & browsers Canopy: AI-based protection from explicit content across devices 👀 Whether you're a brand-new dad, a mentor, or someone navigating parenting through cultural shifts and spiritual leadership, this episode will encourage, equip, and remind you that you're not alone. 💥 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay up-to-date on future episodes. Let us know in the comments what resonated with you or share a story about a father figure who impacted your life. 📣 Subscribe to Extra at LifePoint Church – where we dive deeper into the message, share behind-the-scenes stories, and explore how faith meets real life.

Ever feel like you're watering fake plants - doing things that seem wise but aren't helping you grow? This podcast unpacks the difference between fake wisdom and the kind that's actually rooted in truth.  Let's talk about what real, lasting wisdom looks like in everyday life.

Today's podcast Pastor Mike Howerton discusses the importance of cultivating a true understanding of God, the significance of our relationship with Him and he delves into the truth that Jesus is the visible image of the invisible God.

In this week's podcast episode, guest Pastor Nick Wallsteadt helps us understand how to differentiate between our calling, assignment, and identity. Join us as we explore these key concepts and gain clarity on how they shape our lives and purpose.

Pastor Rusty walks us through how God meets us in our loneliness through healing and how community can help us out of our caves if we can become vulnerable.

Pastor Kirby Lawrence walks us through the importance of God's clarity and community as we navigate caves and our feelings.

Guest Pastor Jeremy Sims sits down with us after his message to talk more in depth about practical prayer practices in our daily lives and how important it is not to make up a version of God in our own image.

Pastor Mike Howerton gets practical on what we can do to experience God's best in our relationship despite the unavoidable tensions that we face.