Horizons Church Podcast

Is "spooky season" off-limits to Christians? Pastor Josiah and Ethan take a look at some arguments both for and against, and look to scripture for how we should approach the Halloween celebration. Got a question you’d like answered on the podcast? Email your question to podcast@horizonschurch.net.

Pastor Josiah and Ethan dissect the common phrase "God helps those who help themselves" among Christendom to see if it holds biblical weight.

Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss one of the more mysterious aspects of the faith: The Trinity, and the Christian's understanding of Jesus as God.

Pastor Josiah and Ethan go through a list of media resources that have helped to shape their Christian walk and faith. Resources mentioned: • Desiring God (Book, John Piper) - https://amzn.to/32flFcj • Lord of the Rings (Films) - https://amzn.to/2ouUxrv • A Star is Born (Film) - https://amzn.to/35GATcK • Zodiac (Film) - https://amzn.to/33wWwdF

Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the biblical theology themes found in the book of Psalms, and contrast them with themes found in the film Arrival.

In a follow-up to the sixth and final message in our Church at the Movies series, Pastor Josiah and Ethan dive deeper into the biblical messages we can glean from the film Secondhand Lions .

In a follow-up to the fifth message in our Church at the Movies series, Pastor Josiah and Ethan dive deeper into the biblical messages we can glean from the film Cinderella Man .

In a follow-up to the fourth message in our Church at the Movies series, Pastor Josiah and Ethan dive deeper into the biblical messages we can glean from the film The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.

In keeping with our Church at the Movies series, Pastor Josiah and Ethan replay a classic podcast episode about experiencing God's creative nature through the art of film.

In a follow-up to Pastor Josiah's first message in our Church at the Movies series, Pastor Josiah and Ethan dive deeper into the biblical messages we can glean from the film Finding Forrester .

In a follow-up to Pastor Josiah's first message in our Church at the Movies series, Pastor Josiah and Ethan dive deeper into the biblical messages we can glean from the film The Greatest Showman.

Pastor Josiah and Ethan are at it again unpacking a popular misconception of a cornerstone idea. So... will God really give us more than we can bear?

Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the biblical theology themes found in the book of John, and contrast them with themes found in the Thomas Wolfe biopic Genius.

If Christians walk in the victory of Christ, why do they still experience discouragement and spiritual depression -- and how might they deal with it? Pastor Josiah and Ethan talk through it in this episode.

What happens when our faith is shaken to its core and doubt begins to creep in? Pastor Josiah and Ethan examine the doubts of John the Baptist, as well as the doubts of more modern saints.

Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the biblical theology themes found in the book of Galatians, and contrast them with themes found in the classic musical Les Miserables .

Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the evidences and philosophies behind understanding the Bible as the breathed, spoken words of God.

Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the biblical themes of the book of Esther and contrast them with the themes found in 2002 classic, Signs .

Pastor Josiah is joined by Horizons Connect resident Lucas Jarrett to discuss the value of a Christian education, specifically in regards to higher learning.

Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the choosing of Jesus' disciples in Luke 6:12-16, and lessons we can learn about Christ's call in our own lives today.

Pastor Josiah and Ethan answer a listener-submitted question about whether humans become angels in the afterlife.

Pastor Josiah is joined by podcast guest Dr. Bill Barker to discuss the great banquet all believers will be invited to after the conclusion of the final battle for eternity.

Pastor Josiah is again joined by podcast guest Dr. Bill Barker to discuss the purpose and messages of the Old Testament prophets and how their work ultimately led up to Jesus.

Pastor Josiah expound further on the story of Jephthah found in the book of Judges, and its implications on our faith today.

Pastor Josiah and Ethan answer a listener-submitted question about whether or not Christians should read literature outside of the Bible.