The Lakeside Church Podcast

What does it mean to truly be present? In this message, “Be Here Now,” we’re reminded that being physically present doesn’t always mean we’re fully engaged. Through the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10, we discover the importance of laying aside distractions, recognizing what God is doing in the present moment, and giving Him our undivided attention. God is moving in His church, transforming lives, restoring hope, and making a difference in our communities. This message is a call to stop simply showing up and start fully engaging in worship, serving, giving, and living out the purpose God has placed within us. Don’t miss what God is doing right in front of you. Be present, be engaged, and remember that the goal isn’t just to get here, the goal is to be here. Be here now!

Sometimes, you need to look back before you move forward. In this message, we’re reminded to pause and remember where we started, recognize how far God has brought us, and declare, “Thus far the Lord has helped us.” When we stop focusing on the gaps between where we are and where we want to be, we can start celebrating the gains God has already given us. This message is a call to remember God’s faithfulness, cultivate gratitude, and never forget what Christ has done for us.

Love doesn’t mean giving everyone unlimited access to your life. Sometimes, loving well means knowing when to draw a line, when to hold on, and when to let go. In this message of Love Has Lines, we look at Jesus and the rich young ruler and discover that Jesus’ love was unlimited, but His access was intentional. Through Scripture, we learn that boundaries aren’t about controlling others, they’re about stewarding what God has entrusted to us. From difficult to dysfunctional to destructive, we’ll discover how wisdom helps us know what each situation requires and how love can sometimes mean a conversation, a boundary, a season of distance, or even a goodbye.

Saying no doesn’t mean you love people less. Sometimes, it’s how you love people well without losing your peace, purpose, or priorities. In this message of The Blessing of Boundaries, we look at the life of Jesus and how He modeled healthy boundaries. From knowing when to say no and when to step away, to being intentional about who has access to Him, Jesus shows us that not every need is our assignment and not everyone needs the same level of access. Through prayer, wisdom, and healthy boundaries, we can learn to live with greater peace while staying faithful to what God has called us to do.

Boundaries aren’t about keeping people out. They’re about learning how to love people without losing yourself. In this first message of The Blessing of Boundaries, we explore why healthy boundaries are biblical and necessary for a healthy life. From guarding your heart to navigating difficult relationships, we look at how boundaries can help us love others well while taking responsibility for what God has entrusted to us.

Jesus is coming again. The King is coming back, and when He comes, everything broken by sin will be restored. Death, sickness, sorrow, pain, and the curse will not have the final word. In this message, we look at the promise of Christ’s return, the resurrection of His people, and the day when Jesus will make all things new. The question is not when He is coming, because only the Father knows. The question is whether we are ready. The King is coming. Are you ready?

In Week 2 of our series, Hope of Heaven, we discover how the reality of eternity should change the way we live today. Our lives are like a mist, here for a moment and then gone. But because heaven is real and Jesus is our hope, our lives can make an eternal impact. Discover how the hope of heaven changes our perspective, strengthens us in suffering, and calls us to seek God’s Kingdom, love people, and make our mist matter.

In this opening message of our new series, Hope of Heaven, we take a look at what Scripture says about heaven and the incredible hope we have as followers of Jesus. Heaven is more than a place. It is the promise of being in the presence of Jesus forever, where there is no more pain, sorrow, sickness, or death. Discover why heaven is our eternal home, why it matters for how we live today, and why the best thing about heaven is not what will be there, but who will be there.

What does it really mean to put family first? In this message, we look at Jesus on the cross and see that even in His greatest moment of pain, He still saw His mother and took responsibility for her care. We’ll discover that our family is our first ministry, and that true success isn’t found in what we accomplish publicly, but in how faithfully we love and lead the people closest to us. This message is a powerful reminder that if we’re going to win anywhere, we have to win at home. Family First.