Live Free with Josh Howerton

Can Christians defend biblical truth without fear—and with compassion? In this powerful episode of LIVE FREE, Pastors Carlos Erazo, Paul Cunningham, and special guest Katy Faust tackle some of today's most difficult conversations surrounding marriage, same-sex parenting, IVF, surrogacy, and children's rights.

Rather than beginning with politics or personal preferences, they start with God's design for the family and ask a foundational question: What is truly best for children? Discover why Scripture calls believers to speak the truth in love, how a child-centered biblical worldview reshapes today's ethical debates, and how the Church can respond with both conviction and compassion in an increasingly complex culture.

Whether you're wrestling with these issues personally or simply want to better understand the biblical perspective, this conversation will equip you to engage with wisdom, grace, and confidence.

In this episode you'll learn:

Why fear should never keep Christians from speaking the truth

God's design for marriage and why it matters

A biblical perspective on children's rights

How to think about IVF, surrogacy, and reproductive technology

How to stand for truth while reflecting the love of Christ

Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.

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Was everything you learned about the Crusades wrong? Why has the history of Christianity and Islam been so misunderstood? And what can history teach us about today's cultural and geopolitical challenges?

In this episode of LIVE FREE, Pastor Josh Howerton sits down with historian and bestselling author Raymond Ibrahim for a thought-provoking conversation about the history of Christianity and Islam, the Crusades, the rise of Islamic empires, religious persecution, and the way history shapes our understanding of today's world. Together, they examine common misconceptions about the Crusades, discuss how historical narratives influence modern culture, explore the persecution of Christians throughout history, and consider how Christians should think biblically about history, religious freedom, immigration, and engaging their neighbors with both truth and love.

Whether you've wrestled with questions about the Crusades, Islamic history, Western civilization, or the role of Christians in today's culture, this conversation challenges listeners to pursue truth with wisdom, humility, and a biblical worldview.

In this episode you'll discover:

What really sparked the Crusades—and why history is often misunderstood.

How historical narratives shape modern culture and politics.

The history of Christian persecution in the Middle East.

How Christians can think biblically about Islam while loving their Muslim neighbors.

Why understanding history matters for faithfully following Christ today.

Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.

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Are you running the Christian race well—and will the next generation be ready to carry the baton?

In this episode of LIVE FREE, Pastors Carlos Erazo and Josh Howerton unpack what it means to build a faith that lasts. From using culture to communicate biblical truth and seeing Jesus proclaimed across the nations, to removing the weights slowing you down and intentionally passing your faith to your kids, this conversation gets practical about lifelong discipleship.

In this episode you'll discover:

• Why the Christian life is more than a marathon—it's a relay race

• How to identify the weights slowing down your faith

• Practical principles for passing faith to the next generation

• Why authentic faith at home matters more than perfect faith

• How the gospel continues to advance across the world

Your faith doesn't have to be perfect—but it does have to be real.

Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.

🍿Join us in person for At the Movies, our annual four-week series using scenes from popular films to bring biblical truths to life! Learn more and find a campus at https://lakepointe.church/at-the-movies/

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Can you really know God’s will for your life, or is it something you’re supposed to guess your way into?

In this episode of LIVE FREE, Pastor Josh Howerton, Pastor Paul Cunningham, and Carlos Erazo dive deep into Exodus 3, the burning bush, the name of God, and the calling of Moses. From the meaning of Yahweh to the biblical framework for discovering your calling, this conversation unpacks how God reveals Himself, redirects our priorities, and calls ordinary people into eternal purpose.

They also discuss the gospel hidden throughout the Exodus story, why Jesus shows up in the Old Testament, how to discern God’s will through ability, affinity, and opportunity, and why more high-profile intellectuals and scientists are beginning to seriously reconsider faith.

In This Episode

The secret meaning behind God’s name, Yahweh

Why the burning bush points to Jesus

How Moses’ calling reveals a framework for God’s will

Why your age does not disqualify your purpose

The connection between Exodus, baptism, salvation, and Jesus

Why true encounters with God rearrange your priorities

How to discern your calling through ability, affinity, and opportunity

Why some scientists and intellectuals are turning toward faith

The peace that only Christ can give

Why Christians should consume entertainment with discernment

Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.

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What if much of what you've been told about America's founding isn't the whole story?

As America approaches its 250th anniversary, Pastor Josh Howerton sits down with historian Tim Barton to examine six of the most common myths surrounding the nation's history. From Christopher Columbus and the Founding Fathers to Christianity's influence on America's founding and the role of believers in public life, this conversation dives into original documents, historical evidence, and firsthand accounts that challenge popular narratives.

Whether you're passionate about history, faith, or understanding the foundations of our culture, this episode will encourage you to think critically, seek truth, and engage the world through a biblical worldview.

In This Episode:

• Was Christopher Columbus really a genocidal colonizer?
• Were the Founding Fathers mostly deists?
• Was America founded as a secular nation?
• Is America's story defined entirely by slavery?
• Did settlers commit genocide against Native Americans?
• Should Christians stay out of politics and public life?

History matters. Truth matters. And as followers of Jesus, how we understand both can shape how we live today.

Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.

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