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Wednesday September 30th, 2026Acts 27 & 28

How do you know if you're attending a healthy church? How should Christians navigate difficult family relationships without compromising biblical truth? Can a wife correct her husband? And what do you do when someone you love wants nothing to do with Christianity? In this bonus episode of LIVE FREE, Pastor Josh is joined by Pastors Ed Newton and Matt Chewning for an honest Ask a Pastor conversation about faith, marriage, church culture, the Holy Spirit, and some of the difficult questions Christians face in real life. They also explore what may be changing in the American church—including a growing desire to hold together biblical truth, dependence on the Holy Spirit, and a passion for reaching people with the gospel. In this episode: How to recognize a healthy, godly church Loving people without compromising biblical conviction How husbands and wives can encourage and correct one another Supporting a spouse who serves in ministry The difference between struggling with sin and surrendering to it Responding when someone you love rejects Christianity Why Christians need both the truth of God's Word and the power of the Holy Spirit Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free. Link to article: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/transformation-transgender-teen/

What does the way we handle money and possessions reveal about our relationship with God? In this episode of Cornerstone Conversations, Pastor Josh talks honestly about biblical stewardship, generosity, tithing, and the difference between seeing ourselves as owners versus stewards of what God has placed in our hands. The conversation explores why generosity is ultimately a heart issue, what it means to give God our first and our best, and how trusting God with our resources can become part of bearing His image in the world. They also dig into some of the questions Christians regularly ask about money and faith: Is tithing still biblical for Christians today? What does the Bible teach about first fruits and generosity? How should a Christian think about possessions, scarcity, abundance, budgeting, and giving to the local church? From Malachi 3 and Matthew 25 to practical stories of missions, benevolence, food pantries, and personal obedience, this conversation challenges us to search Scripture for ourselves and consider what God may want to do through what He has already entrusted to us.   New here or made a decision to follow Jesus today? We would love to connect with you. Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

Matt Shiles welcomes Steve French into the studio to discuss his sermon continuing Pastor Josh's series "Under Pressure and Stressed Out". Matt talks to Steve about his sermon from Luke 2, his dad, the Undercover Boss illustration, and the seven habits Steve laid out to continue to grow in your faith. Join us for this special edition of Extra Takes!    

3 Steps to Rebuilding a Community - Pastor Josh Reece - 09.27.26 by Vertical Church

Waiting for Jesus' return is a call to live faithfully today. In “Work While You Wait,” we conclude The King Is Coming with a message from 2 Thessalonians 3. Discover how prayer, obedience, and honest work shape our everyday walk with Christ—and how a loving church family helps us grow through accountability, repentance, and restoration. Whether you're praying for a loved one, learning to trust God through obedience, or feeling weary in doing good, this message encourages you to keep going. God is faithful, and His peace and grace sustain us as we wait. Central Valley Church Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3 Series: The King Is Coming

Pastor Josh looks at 2 Corinthians 3:16-18 in our sermon series, Why We Exist.

What do you do when you're praying, waiting, and Heaven seems silent? In Week 1 of our new Dry Seasons series, Pastor Josh shares a message titled When Heaven Goes Silent. We all experience seasons when God feels distant, our prayers seem unanswered, and we're left wondering what He is doing. But God's silence does not mean His absence, and waiting does not mean He has stopped working. Between Malachi and Matthew, God's people experienced roughly 400 years without a prophetic voice recorded in Scripture. Yet while Heaven seemed silent, God was preparing the world for the arrival of Jesus. What appeared to be a season of waiting was actually part of a much greater plan. The same can be true in our lives. Even when we can't hear God or see what He's doing, we can trust that He is still present, still faithful, and still working. What feels like neglect may actually be a season of strategic provision. If you're walking through a dry season, don't mistake God's silence for His absence. Trust Him in the waiting—He may be preparing something you cannot see yet.

What does the Bible really say about money, possessions, generosity, and stewardship? In the final message of In His Image, Pastor Josh Hersey explores what it means to follow Jesus with everything God has entrusted to us. Through 1 Timothy 6, Psalm 24, Cain and Abel, the rich young ruler, and Jesus' teaching in Matthew 6, we see that God is not asking us to reject the things we have. He is inviting us to make sure our possessions never have us. The shift from ownership to stewardship changes the way we view our money, resources, generosity, security, and ultimately our relationship with God. Where our treasure goes, our heart follows. So what are we looking to money and possessions to provide that only Jesus can truly give? Comfort, recognition, experiences, influence, independence, security, pleasure, and control can all feel like life, but they cannot give us the life that is truly life. This message challenges us to live with open hands, trust God instead of our circumstances, and remember that everything we have is from Him, through Him, and for Him.   New here or made a decision to follow Jesus today? We would love to connect with you. Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

Pastor Josh Hall is the Lead Pastor of Ocean Church, located in Estero, FL.Ocean Church exists to partner with the work of God in people's lives.To stay connected to Ocean Church:Website: https://bit.ly/2vx8M2o Ocean Church Facebook: https://bit.ly/2IXUsTq Ocean Church Instagram: https://bit.ly/2vx8x7u

Generosity is not supposed to be something we occasionally do; it is supposed to become part of who we are as we abide in Jesus, trust Him, and bear fruit. In this message from the Domino Effect series, Pastor Josh reminds us that God did not give us our time, gifts, resources, and opportunities to build our own kingdoms, but to build His. If we consume everything God gives us, we may never discover what He could have grown through 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

The Anxious Mind-Pastor Josh Pate by Eastgate Church

Teacher: Josh Wilson Text: 1 John 2:3–10 How do you know your faith is real? In this sermon from 1 John 2, Pastor Josh suggests that the answer doesn't lie in how hard you believe or how many good deeds you stack up. Like the weather vane on Faneuil Hall, love doesn't steer God's life toward us — it shows which way the wind is already blowing. Real faith is about our direction, and it always moves outward toward the people around us.

Pastor Josh delivers a powerful sermon on Grace. Some doors are meant to be closed, some are waiting for us to kick them down. Grace is given to us to accomplish things only God can do, we are saved by grace through faith for good works.

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Steve French preaches a message in Pastor Josh's series, "Under Pressure & Stressed Out" Slow But Sure Growth Luke 2: 40-52

Pastor Josh asks us what are we looking for in this life? He talks about how Paul is the example of following Christ. Phil. 3:10, 13-21; 1Tim. 4:12; Gal. 5:22-23; Heb. 13:14; 1Pet. 2:11; Matt. 6:21

Pastor Josh walks through Philippians 3 to unpack the difference between a faith built on résumés, effort, and checked boxes, and a faith that rests entirely on what Christ has already done. This message asks a simple but pointed question: is your confidence something you'd actually bet your life on, or just something you say you believe?

We were supposed to start a new teaching series this week but Pastor Josh decided to give a needed message on the significance of making sure God is our joy. Open your Bibles and follow along.

Pastor Josh discusses the encounter of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well in John chapter 4

The people around you matter more than you may realize. In this episode of Cornerstone Conversations, Pastor Josh talks about why God never designed us to follow Jesus alone, how relationships shape the people we become, and why choosing the right community is such an important part of discipleship. They unpack everything from isolation, vulnerability, friendship, boundaries, and finding your people to mentors, peers, apprentices, accountability, and having people in your life who love you enough to encourage you and correct you. If you have ever struggled to find meaningful friendships, wondered whether certain relationships are helping or hurting you, or wanted to become more intentional about who has influence in your life, this conversation is for you.   New here or made a decision to follow Jesus today? We would love to connect with you. Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

Matt Shiles and Pastor Josh are in the studio again this week to discuss the 6th sermon in this series. Matt walks Pastor Josh through discussing how your faith's framing and formation determines how your life will hold up under pressure and stress.  This concerns The Word being the center of your life, just like it was for Jesus. Join us for this helpful discussion!

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When life feels uncertain, God's love and His truth give us a firm foundation. In “Strength to Stand,” Week 9 of The King Is Coming, we walk through 2 Thessalonians 2:13–17 and discover how God strengthens His people through hardship. Remember who God says you are, retain what He has said, and rely on what He will do. Be encouraged to hold onto Jesus, trust the Holy Spirit's work in your life, and remain faithful as you look forward to Christ's return. You are deeply loved by God. Follow the Central Valley Church podcast for weekly messages, and worship with us in Madera, California, Sundays at 9am & 11am.

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Pastor Josh looks at Psalm 16 in our Vision Series.

The Dirty Side Of It-Pastor Josh Pate by Eastgate Church

What happens when the values we believe are put to the test? In the final week of our Core Values series, Pastor Josh shares a message titled Built Different. Looking at Daniel 1, we see Daniel and his friends enter a culture that pressured them to compromise who they were and what they believed. Faced with acceptance, comfort, and opportunity, they chose conviction—and God caused them to stand out because they were willing to stand firm. The same challenge exists for us today. Biblical values aren't meant simply to be words we agree with when they're convenient. They shape who we are, guide our decisions, and help us remain faithful when the culture around us pulls in another direction. As Hope City Community Church continues to grow, our goal isn't simply to become a bigger church. It's to remain clear about who God has called us to be and faithful to the values and vision He has given us. Trends may get attention, but values and vision build something that lasts. We are called to be different because we have been built on something different.

Who you do life with is shaping who you are becoming. In “Our People,” part of the In His Image series, Pastor Josh Hersey unpacks what the Bible says about friendships, Christian community, church attendance, spiritual influence, and why following Jesus was never meant to be a solo journey. From Genesis 2:18 and Proverbs 13:20 to 1 Corinthians 12, this message asks a simple but important question: Are the people around you helping you become more like Jesus? Pastor Josh explores how to walk with the wise, recognize when a relationship is pulling you away from God, receive correction from people who genuinely love you, find your place in the body of Christ, and choose unity over personal preference. He also talks practically about groups, serving, church connection, and Jesus' words in John 13:34–35 that our love for one another would show the world that we are His disciples.   New here or made a decision to follow Jesus today? We would love to connect with you. Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

Pastor Josh Hall is the Lead Pastor of Ocean Church, located in Estero, FL.Ocean Church exists to partner with the work of God in people's lives.To stay connected to Ocean Church:Website: https://bit.ly/2vx8M2o Ocean Church Facebook: https://bit.ly/2IXUsTq Ocean Church Instagram: https://bit.ly/2vx8x7u

Is God calling you to Arise and Build - Pastor Josh Reece - 09.20.26 by Vertical Church

We can't simply think about what we're doing; we have to think about who we are serving. In this message from the Domino Effect series, Pastor Josh looks at how God uses ordinary availability, surrendered gifts, and faithful obedience to make an eternal impact. God is not asking us for something we do not have; He is asking us to surrender what He has already given 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

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In John 16, Jesus prepares His disciples for life in a world that will not always welcome them—and He promises they will not face it alone.Jesus tells them that it is actually to their advantage that He goes away because the Helper, the Holy Spirit, is coming. The Spirit of Truth will convict the world, confirm our identity as God's beloved, counsel us in truth, clarify Christ, and give us calm in the middle of chaos.The Holy Spirit does more than comfort us. He reveals truth, leads us into the deep things of God, glorifies Jesus, and empowers us to live as witnesses in the world.And while Jesus never promises a life without trouble, He promises something greater: “In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”In this installment of Discourse, from The Beloved Gospel series, Pastor Josh teaches through John 15:19–John 16 and explores the person and work of the Holy Spirit—the Spirit of Truth.Support the show

Pastor Josh asks us what we are aiming for in our lives. The mark gives our life purpose and direction. Phil. 3:14; Josh 24:15

Squeeze something, and whatever's inside comes out — no exceptions. So what happens when life applies pressure to you? Pastor Josh walks through what it actually looks like to work out what God has worked in: trading head-knowledge for a faith that's crossed into your bones, trading grumbling for gratitude, and trading a consumer mindset for one that shows up ready to serve. If you've ever wondered whether your faith would hold up under pressure, this one's worth your time.

What do the Beatitudes teach us about living a truly blessed life? Brady and Pastor Josh take a deeper look at Jesus' words in Matthew 5 and the opening of the Sermon on the Mount. They unpack the meaning behind the Beatitudes, the difference between the world's idea of blessing and Jesus' way, and why living these kingdom principles requires more than our own effort.

What are you naturally good at? What makes you come alive? What breaks your heart enough that you feel like you have to do something about it? Those things may be pointing toward something deeper about the way God designed you. In this episode of Cornerstone Conversations, Pastor Josh continues the *In His Image* conversation by looking at our passions, gifts, hobbies, abilities, and desires, and asking how they can become ways we reflect the image of God in everyday life. They also dig into an important tension: not every desire should lead us. How can we tell the difference between something God has wired into us and something that has been distorted by selfishness, culture, or sin? From careers and hobbies to leadership, ministry, family, and even the moments that drain us, this conversation explores how to keep Jesus first, recognize the gifts already in our hands, and understand why following God's design will sometimes require sacrifice instead of simply doing what feels good.   New here or made a decision to follow Jesus today? We would love to connect with you. Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

Matt Shiles and Pastor Josh sit down in the studio to discuss this week's sermon, part 5 in the series. Matt guides Pastor Josh through a discussion about how a solid foundation in Christ is your only hope to resist being crushed by the pressures of life. PJ gives some personal examples and relates the topic to everyday life in this informative and helpful discussion of the latest in this ongoing sermon series. 

Are you a thermometer reflecting everyone else's stress, or a thermostat changing the atmosphere? This week, Pastor Josh and Katie Rose open up about their own struggles with negativity, why we default to expecting the worst, and concrete actions you can take this week to break out of a mental slump.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

Encountering the Next Generation - Pastor Josh Reece - 09.13.26 by Vertical Church

In this episode, I sit down with Pastor Josh Franklin from Solid Rock Church for a real and honest conversation about faith, purpose, and the outdoors.We dive into what it truly means to have a relationship with Jesus—not just knowing about Him, but walking with Him daily. Pastor Josh shares his personal journey of growing in faith, the challenges he's faced, and how staying rooted in Christ has shaped his life and leadership.We also talk about how faith and the outdoors connect in a powerful way. There's something about being in the woods that brings clarity, perspective, and a deeper appreciation for God's creation.And of course, we couldn't wrap up the episode without talking deer season. We get into what we're expecting this year, strategies for chasing big bucks, and the anticipation that makes this time of year so special.Whether you're strong in your faith, just starting your journey, or simply love hunting season, this episode has something for you.Faith. Growth. Big bucks. Let's get into it.Podcast brought to you by:Sportsmen's empire LWCG https://www.lonewolfcustomgear.comAsio : SEBH for 15% off https://asiogear.com/Bowtique: SEBHP https://thebowtiquellc.com/G5 Outdoors https://www.g5outdoors.com/Prime Archery https://www.g5prime.com/ Dialed Archery https://dialedarchery.com/ Moultrie https://www.moultrie.com/BHL https://bowhuntingleague.comScrape doctor SEBH15 for 15% https://scrapedoctor.com/Victory Archery https://www.victoryarchery.com/Catalyst archery https://catalystarchery.com SEBH10Unbound Archery SEBH10 for 10% off https://www.unboundarchery.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

God did not make you randomly. He formed you with intention, wired you with a temperament, personality, interests, and passions, and through the Holy Spirit has given you gifts meant to bless the people around you. In this message from In His Image, Pastor Josh Hersey explores what Scripture says about being made on purpose for a purpose, how to separate God given design from character flaws that still need growth, and why understanding who God made you to be is part of learning to bear His image well. Walking through Genesis 2, Psalm 139, 2 Peter 1, Romans 12, and 1 Corinthians 10, Josh unpacks identity in Christ, spiritual gifts, Christian purpose, serving others, and the lies that try to pull us away from who God says we are. If you have ever wondered what you are passionate about, what your gifts are, or how God wants to use the way He wired you, this message gives you three simple questions to consider: What excites you? What fills you up? What breaks your heart?   New here or made a decision to follow Jesus today? We would love to connect with you. Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

What does it really mean to be blessed? As we begin our new series, Sermon on the Mount, Pastor Josh takes us to Matthew 5:1–12 and the Beatitudes. While the world often points us toward possessions, popularity, and success, Jesus paints a very different picture of the blessed life. As we walk through each of the Beatitudes, we'll see that the truly blessed life is found in Jesus and His way, not the world's way.