Harbor Church Podcast

Obedience feels like a bad word - nobody wants to be told what to do, much less without a reason. So why does the picture of God we paint often seem so demanding? Are we supposed to blindly agree? Katie Rose sits down with Zac Titus to talk about why we're so uncomfortable with the idea of obedience, and why that discomfort is exactly what God is after.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 are all commanded to worship - individually and corporately - and yet sometimes it feels like something only for those blessed with the talent to play music and sing and also something we have to figure out how to do on our own.Worship leaders John Petty and Kaleigh Adams sit down to chat about how God defines worship, who worship is really for, why we should do it together, and how to make it a little less awkward.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 idea of finding God's plan for our lives can seem so mysterious - yet we have decisions (big and small) that need to be made every day. What do we do when those decisions affect our loved ones? How do we know when to move forward and when to wait on God? Pastor Ron and Marilyn Sears sit down with Katie Rose to share about their 57 years of marriage & ministry, and what those experiences have taught them about trusting in God's plan.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 God's will like a puzzle we're meant to solve: searching for signs, trying to crack the code, and getting frustrated when life doesn't make sense. But what if His will isn't meant to be deciphered at all? In our last week of Mind Games, we're looking at how God's will is sovereign, moral, and deeply personal, and why it's discovered not through control, but through humble surrender. 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 God's will like a puzzle we're meant to solve: searching for signs, trying to crack the code, and getting frustrated when life doesn't make sense. But what if His will isn't meant to be deciphered at all? In our last week of Mind Games, we're looking at how God's will is sovereign, moral, and deeply personal, and why it's discovered not through control, but through humble surrender. 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

Let's be real: talking about the devil gets weird fast. For long term Christians and new believers alike, it can be a tricky topic, and often feels irrelevant. But the Bible is clear that we're meant to “be alert” and watch out for our enemy - so what does that look like? How do we wrestle with the reality of Satan without living in fear? Katie Rose sits down with John Petty to talk about how important it is to recognize the bigger picture behind our problems, and to give you a quick sneak peek of some upcoming bonus content!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 in our Mind Games series, we're talking spiritual warfare. The devil can't steal your salvation, but he'll do everything to distract and discourage you. Discover how to fight not for victory but from it, and why your security isn't in your grip on God, but in His unshakable grip on 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

That's right: we're talking money. On a church podcast. Everyone's favorite subject, right? Katie Rose and Kaleigh sit down to get to the heart behind our wallets, and share why our refusal to have this (often awkward) conversation only blocks us from the joy God has on the other side.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

God talks more about money than almost anything else in Scripture, not because He wants something from us, but because He wants something for us. In this message, Pastor Josh challenges us to examine how we spend, give, and trust when it comes to our finances. Discover how biblical financial discipline isn't about guilt or greed; it's about putting God first and finding freedom.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 if your words could bring bridges instead of build up walls? Pastor Josh and Katie Rose get real about where they struggle when it comes to the way they speak, and discuss how to approach challenging the people in our lives without tearing them down.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

One of the most powerful (and overlooked disciplines) in the Christian life is verbal discipline. The Bible says your words aren't neutral... they're either worship or something else entirely.In this message, Pastor Josh unpacks what Scripture teaches about the power of the tongue: what we should say, what we shouldn't, and why it matters more than we think. From winning arguments to losing relationships, to speaking life or death, the truth is: every word reveals who (or what) you're really worshiping.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're talking red flags - not for romantic relationships, but in your relationship with God. If we're going after good things, what are the signs that we're going about it in the wrong way? And how can we identify when we've slipped back into trusting ourselves more than we trust God? Tune in as Pastor Josh and Katie Rose take a look in the mirror and help find areas where we all tend to make a mess out of the good things God has to offer.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 are so quick to put the weight on ourselves — to earn more, fix more, build more, be more. But what if that's the harder way? What if the real danger isn't in what we don't have, but in trusting ourselves too much to get it?In this message, Pastor Josh explores the trap of self-reliance, the burden of “more,” and the invitation to a better, freer, God-dependent life. Don't miss this wake-up call — especially if you're tired from carrying it all.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

Katie Rose and Pastor Josh get personal with the idea of closeness with God - the obstacles we face, the false expectations we hold, and the hope that God has for all of us (even in the midst of struggling).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 people want more peace, more clarity, and more purpose, but few realize the power of simply getting close to God. In this message, Pastor Josh unpacks the truth behind James 4:8 and reveals why intimacy with God is not a passive hope, it's a daily decision. Learn what it means to move towards Spirit-filled strength and discover three practical steps to deepen your walk with Jesus today. 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

Jesus gives us access to a whole new kind of freedom - freedom from sin, shame, and a religion based on fear. But somehow we all keep screwing up…so what's the point in continuing to struggle? Pastor Josh and Katie Rose get into why we don't need to feel defeated by our own imperfection, but can instead be empowered to walk forward with confidence (even if we know we're gonna mess up again).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 Independence Day, Pastor Josh reminds us there's a greater freedom than any government can provide: a soul-deep freedom found only in Jesus. True freedom doesn't require uniformity; it calls us to unity. Because in God's kingdom, even your brokenness can become your boldest testimony.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

Pastor Josh and Katie Rose are diving into what it really means to live on mission - whether that's around the world or in your own home. How do we trust that God is there shining His light even when things feel totally dark? And how do we look inside to face the dark, not-so-great parts of our own heart?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

Jesus' words still shine bright: “I am the Light of the world.” This message reveals how His light doesn't just offer hope for eternity, it gives clarity, direction, and strength for today. Whether you're in a season of doubt, struggle, or just feeling stuck, this message will remind you: Light doesn't run from darkness, it shows up in 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

Jesus' words still shine bright: “I am the Light of the world.” This message reveals how His light doesn't just offer hope for eternity, it gives clarity, direction, and strength for today. Whether you're in a season of doubt, struggle, or just feeling stuck, this message will remind you: Light doesn't run from darkness, it shows up in 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

From prayer, to parenting, to Kia Sportages (yes, really), there's nothing God doesn't want to be a part of - so how do we invite Him in?Sit down with Katie Rose and guest Hannah Dziczek as they dig into what it looks like to let God be the Father He wants to be in every area of our lives.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're continuing our "I Am" sermon series at Harbor Church and this week Pastor Casey steps in while Pastor Josh is away on a mission trip. In a powerful and personal message, Casey unpacks Jesus' metaphor, "I am like a mother hen," showing us how God's desire is to gather, protect, and nurture us, even when we resist. It's a fresh and moving look at the heart of Jesus and His presence in our pain.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

So often we define ourselves by what we do - our jobs, our families, where we're from, our achievements. But what happens when those things get stripped away? Is God mad at us…or is it possible that He's trying to help us find our true selves? Katie Rose sits down with Chris Lingo to talk about Jesus describing Himself as the true vine, and what it means to stay connected to Him even when things get tough.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

Disconnected hearts don't bear lasting fruit. This week's I Am message,“I Am the Vine” from John 15, was delivered by several men, but the truth was unified: if we want to grow, we have to abide and expect pruning. Hear each message, and lean into the call to remain.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

Disconnected hearts don't bear lasting fruit. This week's I Am message,“I Am the Vine” from John 15, was delivered by several men, but the truth was unified: if we want to grow, we have to abide and expect pruning. Hear each message, and lean into the call to remain.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

Disconnected hearts don't bear lasting fruit. This week's I Am message,“I Am the Vine” from John 15, was delivered by several men, but the truth was unified: if we want to grow, we have to abide and expect pruning. Hear each message, and lean into the call to remain.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

Disconnected hearts don't bear lasting fruit. This week's I Am message,“I Am the Vine” from John 15, was delivered by several men, but the truth was unified: if we want to grow, we have to abide and expect pruning. Hear each message, and lean into the call to remain.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

Disconnected hearts don't bear lasting fruit. This week's I Am message,“I Am the Vine” from John 15, was delivered by several men, but the truth was unified: if we want to grow, we have to abide and expect pruning. Hear each message, and lean into the call to remain.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

Disconnected hearts don't bear lasting fruit. This week's I Am message,“I Am the Vine” from John 15, was delivered by several men, but the truth was unified: if we want to grow, we have to abide and expect pruning. Hear each message, and lean into the call to remain.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

Jesus tells us that through Him, we can have an abundant, full life…but a lot of the time we look around and things don't look so “abundant.” Pastor Josh and Katie Rose sit down to discuss the realities of hard times, the right (and wrong) ways we respond, and how we can become people who weather any storm with joy.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, Pastor Josh dives into John 11 and the story of Lazarus to reveal that resurrection isn't just a future promise, it's a present person. When Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life,” He wasn't pointing to a someday hope, He was offering a right-now reality. If you've ever felt like you're too far gone, stuck in despair, or wrapped in graveclothes of fear or addiction, this message is for you. Whatever darkness has covered you, it can't stop the light God has put in 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

The Bible tells us that God has gifted each of us specifically - that we've got talents and qualities that are unique to us, and are meant to be used to serve others. But…what if we don't know what we're good at? How do we discover those gifts, and then stay accountable to growing in them? Join Katie Rose and Pastor Josh for a discussion on finding our sweet spot, and finding healthy accountability to stay in that sweet spot.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

You've probably heard that Jesus is the Good Shepherd—but what does that really mean for your life today? This week at Harbor, Pastor Josh unpacks what it means to be known, protected, and led by Jesus in a world full of noise and danger. Whether you've wandered far or are clinging close, there's a seat for you in the Shepherd's flock. Don't miss this one!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 Memorial Day weekend, Harbor Church isn't meeting in a building — we are going out to be the church. Pastor Josh has a short but powerful challenge: serve someone today. You don't need to go overseas to be on a mission — sometimes it's as simple as mowing a lawn, buying a coffee, or just listening. Be inspired to live out your faith through small acts of big love.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 one thing to talk about following Jesus - but what do we do when our heart, or even our own friends and family, seem to be pointing us in the opposite direction? Pastor Josh and Katie Rose talk through the reality of discouragement, the danger in trusting our own feelings, and where to begin when we catch ourselves trying to lead Jesus instead of following Him.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 had a moment where you said the wrong thing and immediately wished you could take it back? Peter had one of those with Jesus—and it changed everything. This message explores how God's correction isn't condemnation but a divine invitation to trust Him more deeply and follow more closely.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 heaven feels silent? This week, Pastor Josh unpacks the radical faith of a woman who refused to give up—and what it reveals about God's heart for those who feel unworthy and unwanted.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

Katie Rose sits down to chat with John Petty about the day to day realities of trying to follow God regardless of how we feel - the waiting, the doubt, and the daily practices that help us learn to invite God into every part of our lives.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

When God calls us out, it's not to shame us—it's to shape us. In this message, Pastor Josh unpacks the story of Eli and his sons to show how misplaced priorities in parenting and leadership can quietly erode everything God's trying to build in our lives. But even in correction, there's grace—if we'll let God's conviction turn into course correction. Parents, leaders, believers: it's time to ask, “What am I honoring more than Him?”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're a human, you've experienced some awkwardness - tough relationships, tough conversations, and tough circumstances. Katie Rose and Pastor Josh sit down to talk about why the awkward, difficult moments are so necessary, how God uses them to grow us, and what it looks like to move past any leftover bitterness we're holding onto.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

In a world full of conflict, Pastor Josh challenges us to stop fueling drama with pride and selfishness and instead pursue peace through humility, generosity, and forgiveness. When we focus on the fix instead of dwelling on the drama, we protect our witness and reflect the love of Jesus to the world.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

Katie Rose and Pastor Casey get into a flaw they have in common - their instinct to be performance driven. If you've ever struggled to believe that Jesus loves you for who you are, not what you do, 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

Tired of your Bible reading feeling like a chore? Want the stories to jump off the page and into your heart? In this episode, Pastor Josh and Katie Rose explore what it looks like to really connect with Scripture. Join them as they dig into practical techniques that go beyond simply reading the words, and discover some ways they study the Bible that allow God to bring its stories to life in a fresh, meaningful way.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

In this message, Pastor Josh unpacks what it really means to follow Jesus when the crowd disappears and the cross is the only thing ahead.It's easy to cheer when everyone's cheering. But what happens when faith gets hard, costly, or lonely?Discover the difference between being a fan of Jesus… and being His follower.Don't miss this powerful and timely Palm Sunday message.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

Your next step can't wait. We all mess up. The question of the hour is: What will you do next?This week, Pastor Josh shares the difference between two men who failed Jesus: Judas and Peter. Both betrayed Him. Both felt deep regret. But only one let that regret turn into repentance.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

Do you ever feel like there are parts of you that God will love and other parts He won't love? Maybe you feel that way about God because that's how YOU love others. You love parts of them and you don't love other parts of them. You love them or show love to them based on how they act. Fortunately for us, God doesn't love that way. Please join us as we continue our Spilt Milk series and explore how we can better respond to the mistakes we make - mistakes with God, mistakes with ourselves, mistakes that impact others. This is a must-hear series! 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

Angela Hansen joins us to discuss her real life redemption story - how God worked in her and her husband's lives to take a shameful, painful past and turn it into a hopeful future. Whether you're dealing with your own mistakes or circumstances out of your control, if you've ever struggled to find God in the midst of suffering, you don't want to miss this one.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 if your past wasn't a prison, but a platform for God's purpose?Rahab's story in Joshua 2 shows us that God isn't looking at who you were—He's calling you into who you're becoming. Your faith, not your failures, will define your future—and it could be really, really good.Join us for this powerful message on redemption, courage, and stepping into God's promises. Don't miss it—catch the replay now or join us in person this Sunday!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://tr.ee/9O78vC3Yib

Pastor Josh & his wife Kaleigh sit down with Katie Rose to talk all things relationships - the ways we hurt one another, the lessons they've learned from their mistakes, and how we can find God's best for our marriages, friendships, and beyond by putting in the effort to shift our perspective.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://tr.ee/9O78vC3Yib

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Pastor Josh and Katie Rose get into the unfortunate reality that we all screw up (all the time). Listen to hear more about what it looks like to actually trust God with our issues instead of punishing ourselves for something that's already been paid for.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://tr.ee/9O78vC3Yib