The Anchor Bible Study Podcast is a Podcast Sermon Ministry from Rock Harbor Church in Bakersfield, California
In this powerful message, Pastor Brandon explores what it truly means to *not put a stumbling block* in front of others. Drawing from Leviticus 19:14, Romans 14, 1 Corinthians 8, and Revelation 2, this teaching dives deep into the Hebraic meaning of stumbling blocks, gray areas, and how Christian maturity affects our freedoms. Pastor Brandon addresses: - The spiritual responsibility of leadership - How liberty must be balanced with love - The dangers of false modesty and ostentatious wealth - Gray areas like alcohol, clothing, social media, and holidays - The weight of consistency in our Christian witness - How Jesus bore our iniquity as our eternal Substitute - Real-world applications of bearing burdens—both physical and emotional Whether you are a seasoned believer or growing in your walk with Christ, this message offers clarity, conviction, and compassion rooted in the Word of God.
We live in a world of countless decisions—some small, some life-altering.
In this eye-opening message, Pastor Brandon Holthaus dives into the meaning of several powerful Hebraisms found throughout Scripture. From "Uncovering the Ear" to "Lifting the Horn" and "Girding Your Loins," these expressions reveal timeless truths about hearing God's voice, spiritual readiness, and living victoriously in the last days. Discover: - What it means to have "ears to hear" - Why many believers fail to hear God clearly - The danger of being spiritually stiff-necked - How God uses His "strong hand" to intervene in history and your life - The necessity of wise counsel in avoiding deception and staying on God's agenda
In this powerful message, Pastor Brandon takes us deep into the meaning and prophetic significance of Deuteronomy 8:3, where we're reminded that "man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of the LORD." Through the lens of Israel's wilderness experience, Pastor Brandon uncovers a timely principle: freedom without spiritual dependence leads to disaster. This message connects ancient Israel's rebellion with the modern trends of government dependency, AI automation, and spiritual apathy in the Laodicean church age. He also explores the sobering doctrine of excommunication, walking through 1 Corinthians 5 and Romans 11:22, and highlights why many believers fail to thrive spiritually—they prioritize the physical over the spiritual.
Welcome to Rock Harbor Church's Sermon Audio series. In this powerful message, Pastor Brandon Holthaus unpacks the misunderstood Hebraism: “visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children.” Is it about generational guilt or repeated patterns of sin and rebellion? Learn how idolatry, spiritual strongholds, and demonic footholds can impact families and why true freedom only comes through Christ. This teaching also delves into how Satan mimics God's covenantal structures, the importance of renouncing generational curses, and how to break free from ancestral occultic ties. Pastor Brandon gives a sobering call for believers to stop generational dysfunction and take spiritual territory through obedience, repentance, and bold faith.
Welcome to Rock Harbor Church on Sermon Audio. In this powerful teaching, Pastor Brandon Holthaus exposes the dangerous rise of unrestrained behavior—both in the world and inside the modern Church. From the orgiastic rebellion at the Golden Calf to today's woke culture and apostate pulpits, this message traces the biblical pattern of casting off restraint and highlights the cost of refusing to confront sin. Drawing from Exodus 32, Psalm 2, Romans 1, and 2 Thessalonians 2, Pastor Brandon unpacks the spiritual, societal, and prophetic implications of moral chaos and the Church's God-given role as a restrainer in the last days. This isn't just about culture—it's about leadership, courage, and the call for believers to stand as salt and light in a decaying world. Are we delaying the decay… or contributing to it? Grab your Bibles, take notes, and prepare to be challenged.
In this powerful sermon from Rock Harbor Church, Pastor Brandon Holthaus dives deep into the life of Samson—called by God, yet compromised by his desires. Discover how Samson's story is not just a tale from the Old Testament, but a mirror reflecting modern culture, identity struggles, and the consequences of unchecked desires. Through the lens of Judges 14, this message reveals the subtle dangers of spiritual compromise, emotional manipulation, and living by sight instead of faith. You'll walk away challenged to evaluate your identity in Christ and inspired to fix your eyes on Jesus, not the fleeting things of the world. ✝️ Learn how God's call remains—even when we fall short—and how His strength is made perfect in our weakness.
Many biblical phrases lose their depth and true meaning when translated into English. Understanding Hebraic idioms—expressions rooted in Hebrew culture and thought—sheds light on the richness of Scripture. This teaching explores key Hebraisms, their cultural significance, and how grasping these expressions brings clarity to biblical passages that might otherwise seem confusing or misunderstood. Discover how a Hebraic mindset transforms your reading of the Bible and deepens your understanding of God's Word.
Many biblical phrases lose their depth and true meaning when translated into English. Understanding Hebraic idioms—expressions rooted in Hebrew culture and thought—sheds light on the richness of Scripture. This teaching explores key Hebraisms, their cultural significance, and how grasping these expressions brings clarity to biblical passages that might otherwise seem confusing or misunderstood. Discover how a Hebraic mindset transforms your reading of the Bible and deepens your understanding of God's Word.
When we compare Noah's situation with our situation today. It is not that different. Jesus warned that the last days would be like the days of Noah. In this study we will see the comparisons and learn how Noah dealt with a degenerated society that had devolved into the basest of evil and hybridization. We will see how God instructed Noah to bring order out of chaos and through this order, he would be able to deliver his family. If you would like to be added to our text alerts, please click here and complete your contact information. https://rockharborchurchca.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/6/responses/new
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