The mission of Lake Point Church is to point people to God through a relationship with Jesus Christ, His Church, and His world. We want people to first belong to our church fellowship, ultimately believe on the Lord Jesus, and become the person God designed them to be.
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In each episode, we have guests discuss their journeys through life to our Christian faith community from an inclusive, progressive point of view. Join us in listening to their unique experiences of faith, hope, and love. This is... Our Story. Our Story: The Podcast is a part of The Harmony Podcast Network. Check out our other shows: Sunday Replay and Inner Harmony. Harmony Toluca Lake is the second campus of Hollywood United Methodist Church.
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The orthodox wellness industry keeps you in purgatory with vague, overly simplistic advice or plunges you into the depths of hell with restrictive commandments that are impossible to sustain. At this point you may be tempted to pursue hedonism instead, but at the end of the day you want to feel and age your best and you know a devil-may-care attitude won’t serve you. ITS TIME TO LEAVE THE CHURCH OF WELLNESS AND GO TO HEALTH. Double-degreed functional nutritionist and holistic health coach Ai ...
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In this Christmas Eve message, Pastor Frank Bennett shares the idea that Jesus can relate with us because He has faced similar fears. The three fears that are of focus during this message are Fear of the Unknown, Fear of What Others Think, and Fear of Not Having Enough.By Lake Point Church
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We see traces of the cross in the Christmas story. We can’t separate the joy of Jesus' birth from the purpose of His death. Christmas is incomplete if it celebrates the cradle, but ignores the cross. The cross didn’t cancel Joy. It completed it.By Lake Point Church
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Have you ever experienced some chaos at Christmas? There was much chaos at that first Christmas. In the Christmas story, we see that even when life feels out of control, God is still in control — and His joy shows up right in the middle of our chaos. Joy doesn’t disappear in crisis — it deepens when we see God’s hand guiding us through the chaos. J…
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In this first message of our Christmas Joy series, Pastor Frank shares the joy of the calling to follow Christ. God’s calling may interrupt our plans, but it always leads to lasting joy when we trust His purpose. God’s calling may cost you comfort, but it will never cost you His presence.By Lake Point Church
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Paul reminds us as he did with the church of Ephesus, that we were (past tense) spiritually dead but because of God’s great mercy, love and the free gift of Grace for those that came to a saving faith in Jesus Christ, are now alive to God. For those who do not have a saving faith Christ, they can receive God’s free gift of grace.…
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Make AI your Meal Planning Guru with These 5 Rules
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28:52Feeling overwhelmed by meal planning? Same. Between cookbooks you never open, a pantry full of mystery items, and influencers with color-coded fridges, making a weekly menu can feel like a second job—minus the paycheck. In this episode, I’m showing you how to turn ChatGPT (or your favorite AI) into a meal-planning assistant that actually works for …
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In this stand-alone sermon, Pastor Frank shares the lesson from Blind Bartimaeus about how to have a faith that moves mountains. We also are reminded that some mountains in our lives were made to be moved by faith. But some mountains remain in order to move our faith.By Lake Point Church
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In this stand-alone sermon, Pastor Frank Bennett shares two stories in scripture that help us know when we should stay or when we should go. If God has called us to do something, He will give us staying power. For us to move from where we are to where God wants us to be, it will require us to go deeper.…
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Many of us live with a quiet sense of condemnation or a performance-driven fear of failure. In this message, we see the amazing act of grace when Jesus stoops to our level between us and our accuser. Jesus then commands us to go and sin no more.By Lake Point Church
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In this single sermon, Pastor Frank Bennett shares the importance that dying to self has on the beauty of our spiritual growth and change. The Christian life is not about turning over a new leaf, but receiving a new life.By Lake Point Church
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Heavy Metal Shakes: Should We Panic About Lead in Protein Powder?
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28:17If you’ve seen the headlines about lead in protein powders, take a deep breath—you’re not crazy to be concerned, but you don’t need to panic either. This episode breaks down the latest Consumer Reports findings, where the lead comes from, and how nutrient deficiencies make absorption worse. I’ll show you how to protect yourself through smarter choi…
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This single sermon by Pastor Frank Bennett is about moving from a life of simply knowing about God to one where we truly know and experience Him personally through the presence and power of the Holy Spirit. Together, we will unpack what it means to live a Spirit-filled life.By Lake Point Church
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In this sermon, Pastor Frank Bennett goes into detail about how the Apostle Paul explains the reason for the armor of God and then how to use it. We look at each spiritual equipment as it relates to spiritual battles.By Lake Point Church
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The Cruciferous Crusade: Let the Lake of Fiber and Sulfur Purify Thy Body!
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46:08Forget fire and brimstone - real purification happens in a lake of fiber and sulfur! In this episode of Blasphemous Nutrition, Aimee takes you on a journey through the cruciferous kingdom: broccoli, cabbage, kale, Brussels sprouts, and their sulfurous brethren. We’ll explore how these vegetables detoxify, rebuild, and literally change your biochemi…
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In this stand alone sermon, Pastor Frank Bennett shares a message about the principle of firsts. If God is first in your life, then other things will come into order. This does not mean you will not have problems. But would you rather go through tribulation with everything in order or everything out of order? If God is not first in your life, then …
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In this stand alone sermon, Pastor Frank Bennett shares the POINT of Evangelism. It's important to PRAY for those God has chosen you to reach, to OWN your responsibility to share your faith, the INVITE those around you to church and a new life in Christ, to listen to the NEEDS of those you come in contact, and to share your TESTIMONY of what Jesus …
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Holy Shiitake! Why Mushrooms Deserve a Seat at the Table
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36:07Every month a new “superfood” takes the spotlight, but mushrooms have been quietly carrying the science for decades. They deliver gut-training fibers, immune-priming beta-glucans, and rare antioxidants that guard your cells from numerous daily onslaughts. In this episode, I break down how fungi strengthen your microbiome, fine-tune your immune syst…
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In this final sermon of our Artificial Integrity series, Pastor Frank Bennett shares how one person responded to the choice that could have caused him to live a life of Artificial Integrity. We learn from King David the importance of allowing trusted people who will be honest with you. We also learned to surrender in humility and to prepare for the…
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For this week in our Artificial Integrity series, we take a look at the story of the rich young ruler. The Artificial Integrity we see in this man is him trying to be good, his idol of being successful, and his problem of being independent with his faith. He was so close, yet so far from living an authentic faith…
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In week three of this series, we focus on the early Church, contrasting its devotion, unity, and radical generosity with the deceptive actions of Ananias and Sapphira, who gave with wrong motives, withheld funds they pledged, and operated under false pretenses, ultimately lying to God. The question for them and for us today is, "What are you holdin…
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CSI: Cortex — Lithium and Alzheimer's Disease
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26:13Lithium: Not Just for Moods, but for Memories. A new Nature study links low lithium levels in the brain—not the blood—to early Alzheimer’s, with mouse data showing memory nearly restored when lithium was reintroduced. In this episode of Blasphemous Nutrition, I unpack the science, the hype, and the hazards: from plaques that “kidnap” lithium, why s…
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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 wholehea…
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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.By Lake Point Church
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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.By Lake Point Church
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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.By Lake Point Church
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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.By Lake Point Church
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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…
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Holy Cow: Does Meat Really Cause Diabetes?
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48:31Is your steak really a one-way ticket straight to Club Diabetes? This week, Aimee slices into the research behind those fear-mongering headlines blaming red meat for type 2 diabetes. We’ll unpack the big studies (EPIC-InterAct, NHS, HPFS) and serve up the nuance your metabolic health actually needs — all with a side of sass. Grab your fork — this o…
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Veggie Gospel - The Bitterness, Flavonoids & Nutrients Your Blood Sugar’s Been Praying For
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38:34Is your energy crashing harder than your inbox on a Monday morning? Feel like your blood sugar has a mind of its own (and a chaotic one at that)? It may be time to trade that beige lunch of sadness for a colorful plate that keeps your glucose curve calm and supports your body's health and energy needs! In this episode, Aimee pulls back the curtain …
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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.By Lake Point Church
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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.By Lake Point Church
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The CGM Craze: Data-driven Dysfunction or Glucose Godsend?
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33:29So, what’s the deal with Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)? Let’s break it down! These little gadgets are like the trendy accessory everyone’s wearing, but they’re not just for the diabetes crowd anymore. Originally, they were lifesavers for folks with diabetes, helping them more swiftly and accurately target insulin dosing in response to blood su…
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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 ha…
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Protecting Your Brain Means Protecting Your Heart - Here's What You Need for Both!
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56:53In this episode of Blasphemous Nutrition, Aimee highlights how produce influences cognitive resilience and suggests attainable ways to incorporate them into your diet without puritanical lifestyle changes. As medical advances have so far failed to provide significant preventative solutions for cognitive decline, Aimee argues that turning to our kit…
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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.…
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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.…
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Crucial Habits I've Prioritized in My 40's
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36:29In this deeply personal and unapologetically real episode, Aimee shares the habits she has implemented in her 40's to thrive through midlife and beyond. She shares the health habits and changes she has made to stay fit and unpacks why mindset is everything when it comes to aging well. With candid stories, an explanation of the why these habits matt…
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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.By Lake Point Church
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We honor our high school graduating seniors with this special service led by several of our Lake Point Students.By Lake Point Church
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An exploration of God's unconditional love, particularly in contrast to human weakness and pride, based on Mark 14:26-31.By Lake Point Church
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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 th…
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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 …
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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,…
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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.…
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The Fast and the Fiber-ous - Fuel Your Health at Ludicrous Speeds with This Tip!
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1:05:00You might be living life in the fast lane—but if your plate’s running empty of veg, you're headed for a slow crash. In this episode, we're shifting gears on everything you think you know about produce! Buckle up as we break down: Why the official fruit and veggie recs are basically driving with the brakes on—science shows we need way more for maxim…
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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.By Lake Point Church
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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…
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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 c…
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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.…
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