Growth is rarely a graceful process. If you’re currently in a season of relational tension or personal struggle, this episode is for you. Pastor Josh and Katie Rose are discussing the “growing pains” of the soul: why God uses the difficult things for our good, the reason relationships are our biggest refining fires, and how to start looking out for others when you feel like you’re barely hanging on yourself.

This week, we’re getting into the messiness that is parents & kids. Pastor Josh and Katie Rose get honest about how parents shape the way we view not only ourselves, but our Heavenly Father. Plus, they get practical about how to navigate the different phases of parental relationships, from diapers to diplomas and beyond. Whether you are a parent or are just reflecting on your own parents, this one will give you lots to chew on. 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!

Many of us treat Easter like a yearly reminder to try harder, but we’re actually missing the point. In this episode, Pastor Josh and Katie Rose get honest about the “God-guilt” we all carry, breaking down why grace isn’t about fixing your behavior and why the Gospel is actually way more scandalous than we think. If you’re tired of the “fake it ’til you make it” Christian life and you’re ready for real transformation (minus the shame), pull up a chair. Let’s get into it.

We all have a “laundry chair”—that pile of stuff we know needs to be dealt with but we’d rather just ignore. In this episode, Pastor Josh and Katie Rose get honest about the “dirty laundry” of our lives: the secret sins, the recurring mistakes, and the heavy shame we carry around like a backpack full of lead. Why is it so hard to actually hand our mess over to God? How can we reach for Jesus and finally stop letting our past define our present (extend that same grace to others)?

We all know the feeling of an empty tank, but how do we keep moving when the road gets steep? This week, we’re digging deeper into Hebrews 12:1. Pastor Josh and Katie Rose discuss the specific weights that drain their spiritual energy, the daily rhythms that can keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, and how to build a life designed for the long haul rather than the immediate crisis.

We’re diving into the deep end answering listeners’ questions today, talking about the struggle of sexual identity in faith spaces – if God made everyone, why are some people born with different sexual preferences? Plus, Pastor Josh and Katie Rose tackle the ultimate head-scratcher: Is prayer a cosmic suggestion box, or is God’s mind already made up?

Let’s be real: talking about money in church can be…tough. But what if God isn’t after your cash, but your freedom? In this episode, Katie Rose and Pastor Josh tackle the “fear factor” of giving. They discuss why money has such a massive grip on our emotions and how to take that scary leap of generosity. Spoilers: God isn’t a debt collector looking to punish you; He’s a Dad who knows that holding on too tight is actually what’s keeping us stressed.

We’ve all heard the Christian clichés: “Just pray about it,” or “God won’t give you more than you can handle.” But what happens when you’re trying to follow Jesus and your mind still feels like a battlefield? In this episode, Pastor Josh and Katie Rose are stripping away the mask of toxic positivity. We dive into the reality of mental health through a Gospel lens, discussing how God meets us in the trenches and the actual, practical weapons He’s given us to take our thoughts captive. If you’re tired of pretending you’re okay, this one is for you.

You’ve been sending in your questions, and now it’s time for some answers! Tune in to hear Pastor Josh and Katie Rose dig into the topics sent in by you, the listeners – knowing the difference between God’s voice and our own heads, what it actually means to be a part of a church, and…did Jesus have a wife?

Be honest – when people ask how you’re doing, are you tempted to respond, “busy”? We all feel it. Full schedules, not enough time to do everything we’d like, and yet the obligations just keep coming. In today’s episode, Pastor Josh and Katie Rose get real about the root behind our need to constantly be going. What if God has a better way that doesn’t involve collapsing into bed every night wishing for a day off?