Harbor Church Podcast

What we repeatedly focus on becomes the filter through which we see everything. In this message, Pastor Josh looks at the difference between faith and negativity, and how the Israelites could see the same promised land but come back with completely different reports. Faith does not deny that evil, hardship, or opposition exists; it refuses to let those things have the final word.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

Here's the truth: your current life is the compound interest of your daily choices. This week, Pastor Josh and Katie Rose dig into the uncomfortable reality that today's micro-decisions are quietly building tomorrow's outcomes. If every choice we make has a domino effect, where do we begin? And what do we do when we're exhausted by the idea of continuing to do the right thing?***If you like to skip the wonderful witty banter between Katie Rose and Pastor Josh, Jump to the 9:20 mark!If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

Often, our spiritual journey is a reflection of how often we say yes to God. In this message, Pastor Josh explores what obedience is, what it is not, and why it matters in the life of someone following Jesus. Obedience does not save us, but it reveals whether we are allowing God to shape our journey. If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

Ever wondered what church is actually for, beyond just something to do once a week that makes you feel a little better about yourself? Pastor Josh and Katie Rose are peeling back the curtain on what real church community looks like, and why our feelings need to take a backseat. Whether you're burnt out on organized religion or just curious how the sausage gets made, we're talking about what faith in action is actually supposed to do to a group of people that call themselves a church.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

A harbor is a place where ships find shelter, repair, and supply, but ships were never built to stay in the harbor. In this message, we look at what the church is called to be: a safe place for hurting people, a place where followers of Jesus are equipped and strengthened, and a launching point for people sent back into the world with hope. Harbor is not just a place we come to; it is a community we are sent from.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

A harbor is a place where ships find shelter, repair, and supply, but ships were never built to stay in the harbor. In this message, we look at what the church is called to be: a safe place for hurting people, a place where followers of Jesus are equipped and strengthened, and a launching point for people sent back into the world with hope. Harbor is not just a place we come to; it is a community we are sent from.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

Going to church, reading the Bible, playing the part...is it real, or are you just going through the motions? Join Katie Rose and Hannah as they unpack the difference between performing for God and actually standing on the Rock. If you're tired of being just a hearer on Sunday and want to know what it looks like to be a doer on Monday morning - especially in the middle of difficult seasons - check out this week's Second Helping.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

This week, we are doing something a little different as Harbor continues the Life's a Beach series with a preaching carousel, hearing from a collection of men and leaders in our church community. Through the picture of sandcastles, this message points to a simple but important truth: where we build today will determine if we are standing tomorrow. Sand is unreliable, storms are inevitable, but the rock is unmovable.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

This week, we are doing something a little different as Harbor continues the Life's a Beach series with a preaching carousel, hearing from a collection of men and leaders in our church community. Through the picture of sandcastles, this message points to a simple but important truth: where we build today will determine if we are standing tomorrow. Sand is unreliable, storms are inevitable, but the rock is unmovable.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

This week, we are doing something a little different as Harbor continues the Life's a Beach series with a preaching carousel, hearing from a collection of men and leaders in our church community. Through the picture of sandcastles, this message points to a simple but important truth: where we build today will determine if we are standing tomorrow. Sand is unreliable, storms are inevitable, but the rock is unmovable.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

This week, we are doing something a little different as Harbor continues the Life's a Beach series with a preaching carousel, hearing from a collection of men and leaders in our church community. Through the picture of sandcastles, this message points to a simple but important truth: where we build today will determine if we are standing tomorrow. Sand is unreliable, storms are inevitable, but the rock is unmovable.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

This week, we are doing something a little different as Harbor continues the Life's a Beach series with a preaching carousel, hearing from a collection of men and leaders in our church community. Through the picture of sandcastles, this message points to a simple but important truth: where we build today will determine if we are standing tomorrow. Sand is unreliable, storms are inevitable, but the rock is unmovable.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

This week, we are doing something a little different as Harbor continues the Life's a Beach series with a preaching carousel, hearing from a collection of men and leaders in our church community. Through the picture of sandcastles, this message points to a simple but important truth: where we build today will determine if we are standing tomorrow. Sand is unreliable, storms are inevitable, but the rock is unmovable.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

This week, we are doing something a little different as Harbor continues the Life's a Beach series with a preaching carousel, hearing from a collection of men and leaders in our church community. Through the picture of sandcastles, this message points to a simple but important truth: where we build today will determine if we are standing tomorrow. Sand is unreliable, storms are inevitable, but the rock is unmovable.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

Life rarely stays in a smooth, steady groove. High tides, low ebbs, and hard emotions rushing in - what do we do with it all if we're not supposed to just sweep it under the rug? Join Katie Rose and Pastor Ron as they discuss how to process the hard parts of life honestly while still anchoring our trust in God.

Life moves in tides- highs of joy, lows of trial, and long stretches in between. While we can't control the pull of the water, we can anchor ourselves in the One who commands the ocean.This week, we look at how to navigate the changing seasons of life with unwavering faith. Whether you're currently celebrating on the shore, fighting a deep current, or waiting in an uncomfortable middle season, lean into this week's message to see how God is still present no matter your story.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

Life moves in tides- highs of joy, lows of trial, and long stretches in between. While we can't control the pull of the water, we can anchor ourselves in the One who commands the ocean.This week, we look at how to navigate the changing seasons of life with unwavering faith. Whether you're currently celebrating on the shore, fighting a deep current, or waiting in an uncomfortable middle season, lean into this week's message to see how God is still present no matter your story.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

Ever feel like everyone around you is testing your last nerve? Before you start pointing fingers, here's the hard truth: you're probably somebody else's “seagull” today, too. This week, Pastor Josh and Katie Rose dive into the awkward reality of human interaction, how to handle the people who drive us crazy, and what it actually takes to resolve conflict the way God intended. Plus, we get real about forgiveness - because when the hurt is deep, letting it go is anything but easy.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

Difficult people are part of life, but the way followers of Jesus respond should look different. In this message of the Life's a Beach series, we look at what Scripture says about irritation, confrontation, gossip, forgiveness, and the kind of unity that does not require everyone to become the same. This is a practical call to tell the truth in love, refuse division, restore gently, and become more like Jesus in the relationships that test us most.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

Have you ever asked God to change something in you and then seen…absolutely nothing happen? Welcome to the club. Turns out, there's a difference between desire and surrender. Tune in as Pastor Josh and Katie Rose talk about the (difficult) art of true surrender, why letting people pray for us matters, and how real faith brings about movement.

Ever feel like no matter how hard you try, certain things in life just stick to you? Whether it's anger, addiction, the painful fallout of a divorce, or a deep sense of loneliness - we've all tried to "dry off" on our own, only to realize we're still carrying the weight. In this message from our Life's a Beach series, we dive into why self-help falls short and how true, lasting freedom is found when we let God do what we can't do for ourselves.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

Drifting from God rarely happens overnight - it usually starts with small compromises and subtle bait on a hook. Today, Katie Rose sits down with Jo-Anne Petty to open up about their own moments of doubt and distance, the warning signs we often miss, and why putting on a "church mask" only makes things worse. Whether you're feeling far from God right now or watching someone you love wander, this one's for you.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

Nobody plans to drift and an undertow rarely announces itself. In this message, we look at James 1:13–15 and the quiet pull of temptation, how desire can move us further than we ever intended to go, and why trying harder is not enough to bring us home. The good news is that Jesus does not stand on the shore and cheer for our effort; He gets in the water to rescue us.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

It's not news to anyone that we're living distracted lives - filling our calendars and our minds with one thing after another. So what's the harm in staying busy? Katie Rose sits down with Brittany Lambert for an honest conversation about the problem behind escaping our realities, and how God has so much more for us when we choose to leave a little space for real community. If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

The devil does not need someone to become evil to become vulnerable. In this message from Life's a Beach, we look at the unseen dangers Scripture warns us about, the way isolation makes temptation louder, and how staying close to Jesus helps us recognize the enemy's tactics before drift becomes damage.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

The devil does not need someone to become evil to become vulnerable. In this message from Life's a Beach, we look at the unseen dangers Scripture warns us about, the way isolation makes temptation louder, and how staying close to Jesus helps us recognize the enemy's tactics before drift becomes damage.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

We've all been told to "follow our heart" and "trust our gut." But what happens when our gut leads us away from God? This week, Katie Rose and John Petty get honest about the moments God's boundaries feel less like protection and more like a cage. We talk about how to survive the seasons where it feels like God has completely checked out, how the subtle currents of busyness and scrolling pull us adrift, and the some micro-habits you can start tomorrow to get your head back in the game.

Ever feel like one minute you're standing on solid ground, and the next, you look up and realize you're miles away from where you wanted to be? This wee, our worship director, John Petty III is kicking off a brand new sermon series, “Life's A Beach,” and taking a look at the boundaries God has put in place to keep us heading in the right direction. Like any good lifeguard, God has a perspective that we don't - so how can we tune in to His voice when we find ourselves blown off course? Get settled and dive in with us (pun intended). If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

Ever feel like one minute you're standing on solid ground, and the next, you look up and realize you're miles away from where you wanted to be? This week we're kicking off a brand new sermon series, “Life's A Beach,” and taking a look at the boundaries God has put in place to keep us heading in the right direction. Like any good lifeguard, God has a perspective that we don't - so how can we tune in to His voice when we find ourselves blown off course? Get settled and dive in with us (pun intended). If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

What do you do when freedom feels a little too broad? This week, Pastor Josh and Katie Rose are breaking down how to actually live out our freedom in Jesus without misusing it. Plus, we dive into the questions sent in by you, the listeners: why God plays detective in the Bible (even though He already knows the answers), how to handle health struggles, and why we don't celebrate Passover in the modern Christian church.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

It is possible to live in a free country and still not be free. In this message, Pastor Josh points to the deeper freedom Jesus offers, one that is not tied to a government, a paycheck, or a change in circumstances. Because bondage usually starts with a lie, every bit of real freedom begins with the truth that only Jesus can give.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

If you struggle to read the Bible consistently,welcome to the club. Today, Pastor Josh and KatieRose are  stripping away the "churchy" expectations and getting real about why scripture can feel like a chore—and why it'sworth pushing through anyway. We talk about howto transform your reading from a checklist item intoa catalyst for genuine personal growth. It's time tostop surviving your life and start taking ground.

The armor of God is not just meant to help believers survive spiritual attacks, it is meant to help them move forward. In the final message of Unstoppable 2, Pastor Ron looks at the sword of the Spirit, the Word of God, and shows why Scripture is not just something to own, hear, or admire, it is the truth God gives His people to fight deception, break chains, and take ground. If faith has felt defensive, discouraged, or stuck, this message is a call to pick up the sword and get back in the fightIf you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

The armor of God is not just meant to help believers survive spiritual attacks, it is meant to help them move forward. In the final message of Unstoppable 2, Pastor Josh looks at the sword of the Spirit, the Word of God, and shows why Scripture is not just something to own, hear, or admire, it is the truth God gives His people to fight deception, break chains, and take ground. If faith has felt defensive, discouraged, or stuck, this message is a call to pick up the sword and get back in the fight.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

From late-night spiral sessions to playing out worst-case scenarios in your head, our minds can feel like our biggest battlefield. This week, Pastor Josh and Katie Rose are talking about the Helmet of Salvation, and digging into what it actually looks like to put it on. Join us as we chat about how to stop letting our thoughts run wild, how to anchor our minds in what's actually true, and why keeping the Gospel on repeat is the ultimate daily sanity saver.

What if your stability has nothing to do with your circumstances, and everything to do with what goes on between your ears? This week, we're looking at the helmet of salvation - God's built in method to protect our thoughts. Tune in to learn how to stop letting negative thoughts run your life, and discover how God's rescue plan doesn't only change your eternity, but your every day battles.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

We've all been there: you're trying to stay strong, but you feel like you're running on empty. This week, Pastor Josh and Katie Rose are sitting down to talk about the spiritual fatigue nobody likes to admit to. What do you do when God feels completely silent? How do you keep going when you're just plain tired of holding it all together? We're diving into the messy middle of waiting, handling disappointment, and what it actually looks like to hold your ground when life gets heavy.

Before faith is used to advance, it has to be strong enough to defend. In this week's message, the shield of faith is seen through the story of Hannah, whose battle was not against a person, but against waiting, discouragement, and time. When the enemy can't destroy faith, he will try to exhaust it, but Scripture reminds us not to grow weary in doing good, because the promise is attached to endurance. This message is a call to keep praying, keep trusting, and keep your shield up even when God feels silent.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

It's easy to talk about peace when life is smooth sailing, but what about when everything goes off the rails? Pastor Josh and Katie Rose are talking about how to stop settling for "good enough" when it means caving on what's best and missing out on God's peace. Plus, we address the elephant in the room: how to keep moving forward when God feels totally silent.

Ephesians 6 doesn't just describe peace, it tells believers to put it on so they're fully prepared to walk into real life. In this second week of our Unstoppable 2 sermon series, we're exploring what it looks like to carry peace into pressure, temptation, and cultural pushback, with Daniel 3 as the picture of steady faith when everyone else is bowing. This is an invitation to stop chasing control and start walking with the kind of peace that holds up under fire.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

Between culture, social media, and even other Christians, there are a million loud voices telling us what's "true." How do you figure out the right path when the overwhelming majority is running the other way? Pastor Josh and Katie Rose sit down to talk about how to navigate spiritual warfare without becoming paranoid or hyper-spiritual, how to find a litmus test for truth when you don't have the whole Bible memorized, and how to survive the noise without losing your mind.

The Armor of God was never meant to make life comfortable, it was meant to make believers stand firm when the fight gets real. This message unpacks why the battle is spiritual, why truth and righteousness are essential, and how “selective hearing” can quietly create spiritual blindness. If compromise has started to feel normal, this is a call to drop the pursuit of perfection and live surrendered to God's direction. If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

Most families don't need more pressure, more control, or “more power,” they need a stronger foundation. In this message from the Family Matters series, Pastor Jimmy shares a hopeful reminder: good intentions cannot sustain what only God can build. If home feels strained, relationships feel fragile, or trying harder has left you exhausted, this is an invitation to rebuild with God at the center.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

We pray for God to change our circumstances, but what if that requires us to do something new? This week, Katie Rose sits down with Pastor Ron Sears to hear some wisdom on what it looks like to trust God through every phase of life - the comfortable and the scary. We're diving into the "renovation" phase of faith - breaking down old thought patterns, dealing with the internal clutter, and why taking new territory starts between your ears.

Ever feel like fear is defining whether or not you move forward? Whether it's your family, your health, your finances, or your future, God is calling you to move beyond the wilderness of the "known" and step into the "new." This week, we're diving into Joshua 1 to see how we can find the strength and courage to enter the new territory God has for us - even when we don't feel prepared or have all the answers.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

We all want good friends, but are we being the kind of friends the Bible describes? This week, Pastor Josh and Katie Rose explore the "above and beyond" lifestyle. We're moving past surface-level "How are you?"'s and looking at how to show up when life gets inconvenient, creative ways to serve your friends, and removing the barriers that keep your community from Jesus.

True friendship is more than just showing up; it's about carrying one another through good times and bad. But how do we mirror that sacrificial love in a world that prioritizes "self"? Join us as Pastor Josh walks through a powerful biblical example of faith in action—showing us how to become the kind of friends who bring others to what they need, even if it's inconvenient.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

We often treat boundaries like concrete walls designed to keep people away. But what if their true purpose is to help us love better? This week, Pastor Josh and Katie Rose are breaking down the difference between healthy limits and relational withdrawal. We explore how to set boundaries that honor your soul while keeping you leaning toward—not away from—God and your community.

If boundaries aren't defined, dysfunction will define them for you. In this week's message from the Family Matters sermon series, Scripture reframes boundaries as far more than self-protection. Boundaries are a way of honoring God and putting what He has for you ahead of what others want from you, with the clarity and courage to name it, set it, and live it.If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect

What happens when God interrupts your plans with a better way? This week, Erik Cabral joins Katie Rose to share his honest journey of transformation. From navigating the complexities of a blended family, to surrendering his marriage to God's design, to battling cancer, Erik discusses how the most difficult seasons of his life became the foundation for his greatest blessings.

In real families, workplaces, and church communities, unity rarely happens by accident, especially when people bring different histories, expectations, and wounds into the same space. This message from the Family Matters series walks through Colossians 3 with a simple goal: creating relationships where grace is stronger than tension, love is louder than criticism, and peace becomes the standard instead of the exception. If conflict has started to feel normal, this is an invitation to build something healthier, step by step. If you're new to Harbor or want to get connected in any way click this link to get your New Here gift, find upcoming events or get involved!https://harborchurch.com/connect