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In our final episode (for awhile, at least), Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss Ethan’s next adventure in life as he prepares for relocation and marriage. Thank you Ethan for all the excellent work you have done for Horizons Church. We’re incredibly excited for you, and we will miss you.
This is the final episode of this podcast for the immediate future. Thank you, listeners, for all of your support over the last 6 years.
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In this rerun of our 26th episode, Pastor Josiah and guest Justin Seybert discuss the differences between presuppositional apologetics, classical apologetics, and evidential apologetics, and explore the strengths and weaknesses of each.
In this rerun of Episode 25, Pastor Josiah is joined by special guest Justin Seybert for the first part of an engaging discussion on why Christians should study apologetics, and how a strong knowledge of apologetics shapes our faith and worldview.
In this rerun of Episode 110, Pastor Josiah and Ethan examine a potentially controversial lyric in the song “Gone” by Elevation Worship, and appeal to scripture for clarity of the lyrics’s meaning.
Original air date: January 20, 2020
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Is the fear of hell a good enough reason to seek a relationship with God? If so, would we still desire Him should the threat of hell and the need for repentance be removed? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
Book: On the Catechising of the Uninstructed (Augustine)
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We often tend to view the concept of "self-discipline" in a negative, oppressive light. Comparing & contrasting examples from both history and scripture, Pastor Josiah and Ethan make the case that proper self-regulation can produce an uncanny joy for the Christian.
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Of all the ways God could have communicated His word & will to man, why did He choose the written word to communicate with most of us? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
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What did Jesus mean when He said we would be "sifted" for our faith? Why must we suffer trials for our faith? How should the Christian respond to such sifting? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
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Occasionally, the Christian will face a situation where the seemingly "wise" decision may not necessarily be the "correct" decision. How should one navigate such a situation? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
Book: The Temple (Herbert/Piper) [Amazon]
Why are Christians forbidden from contacting the dead? Wouldn't it be beneficial to us if we could speak to those who have crossed into eternity ahead of us? It seems like God is being kind of petty here, right? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss what can happen when, when faced with opposition and hardship, instead of lamenting and stumbling in faith, the Christian instead turns to God to pray for opportunities to share the Gospel.
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We've all come across passages in scripture that we range from questioning why it's in the Bible to wishing that it wasn't. How should we handle these "problematic" passages? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
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As Christians, we understand that we live in a fallen world, and therefore we will experience suffering to varying degrees. Is it wrong to ask that God would spare us from such suffering? Will He if we ask? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
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Drawing from the life of the Apostle Paul, Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss the theme of rejoicing in hardship and capitalizing on unique opportunities to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others in difficult situations.
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Pastor Josiah & Ethan continue our discussion of the gift of "reason" from our previous episode.
A unique ability to image-bearing human beings is the use of reason in our interaction with reality. Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the function of reason to the Christian.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss their favorite books in scripture and how they feel God has used them to shape their faith.
Drawing from an example between Philippians 3:8-11 and 1 Timothy 2:1-2, Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss the dilemma of seeming "contradictions" found in scripture, and what the Christian ought to do when faced with such instances.
Throughout church history, believers have struggled with a dichotomy between what we expect Christ's work in the world should look like vs. the reality of how Christ moves. Pastor Josiah & Ethan unpack some more modern practical examples of this disconnect.
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Is it possible to truly know the will of God for our lives? How can we know if God is speaking to us? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss.
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In a continuation of our discussion from Episode 307, Pastor Josiah discuss the importance of Christians being united in the message, even when we struggle to find common ground regarding the method by which the message is delivered.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the importance of unity among believers in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, drawing from the account of the Judaizers in Galatians 2:1-5.
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As Christians, we know that 1 Peter 3:15 commands us to "always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have." But have we forgotten the contextual implications of the rest of the verse? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss the proper application of this truth.
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How humble are you? (Trick question, don't answer that). Humility seems to be one of the most difficult struggles for the Christian, yet also one of our most cherished virtues. Pastor Josiah & Ethan present a handful of “acid tests” for us to use in order to keep our “modern humility” in check.
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In this rerun of episode 214, Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss how scripture can be difficult to understand at first glance (you're not crazy or a bad Christian! Sometimes it's hard!), and the value of solid teachers/pastors within the Church.
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Original air date: February 7, 2022
Is prayer "just talking to God"? Are we missing something deeper and more meaningful by viewing prayer as a simple conversation? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss the concept of a much deeper understanding of prayer than surface-level "authentic" prayer.
Book: The Book of Common Prayer (Amazon)
Book: Be Thou My Vision–A Liturgy for Daily Worship (Amazon)
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2023 is drawing to an end in a few weeks, so as usual, new year's resolutions are on our mind. For the Christian, one of the most common resolutions is to build better Bible reading habits. Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss a few tips & disciplines to help us keep our resolution past our "Fraught Leviticus February."
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss a listener-submitted question regarding the Sabbath. Is the Sabbath required for Christians? How should it be observed? What does scripture say?
Have a question you’d like answered on the podcast? E-mail us at podcast@horizonschurch.net!
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It’s our 300th episode!!! Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss the Christ-centered nature of scripture, exploring how all parts of scripture lead to Jesus, but also the dangers of viewing scripture as being "only" about Jesus.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the implications of the final words spoken by Jesus before His death on the cross. What exactly did He mean by that? What was "finished?"
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the importance of living out scripture through the obedience of God's commands found in scripture.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore promises that God has made to the faithful in scripture, and the importance of the Christian to trust that God is faithful to His promises and to live accordingly.
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One of the most fundamental, yet terrifying, aspects of spiritual growth is the confession of sin. Why is it so scary, important and powerful to the Christian? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
Have a question you’d like answered on the podcast? E-mail it to podcast@horizonschurch.net!
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We know that as Christians, our sins are forgiven. But does that mean we are no longer sinners? If so, why do we still struggle with sin? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
Have a question you’d like answered on the podcast? Email it to podcast@horizonschurch.net.
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In 2023, most of us have access to the entire canon of scripture at our fingertips. But is it enough to purely have instant access? What is the benefit of carrying scripture in our minds and hearts? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
Have a question you’d like answered on the podcast? E-mail it to podcast@horizonschurch.net
READ: 11 Steps to Memorizing an Entire Book of the Bible (TGC)
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss a more subtle form of the deadly sin of sloth. Is sloth as simple as pure laziness, or can it take other less obvious yet equally sinister forms?
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With the proliferation of "personality tests" in today's world, we find that we're living in an era of self-awareness, with an apparent desire for self-improvement. But is constant self-reflection more helpful or harmful? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
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We've all heard of miracles. What constitutes a "miracle"? How do we know when one has occurred? Do we truly recognize miracles when we see them? What is God's purpose for them? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
Have a question you’d like answered on the podcast? E-mail us at podcast@horizonschurch.net
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss what it means to wield transformed hearts that are fertile for the bearing of the Fruit of the Holy Spirit.
We know that God is a creative being, and we credit Him with the creation of the universe and all that we’ve come to know as real. Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss how God’s creative nature is ongoing instead of just “one and done,” especially when it comes to making people into “new creatures” at the point of salvation.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan conclude our podcast series on Christological heresies with an examination of Arianism, which denies the divinity of Jesus by asserting that He is a created being and not eternal.
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The practice of singing during corporate worship goes back thousands of years throughout church history. Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss some of their favorite songs to sing in a public worship setting.
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Pastor Josiah & Ethan take a look into how the Apostle Paul handles an encounter with nonbelievers in Acts 17, and discuss the importance of interfacing positively with people we disagree with.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the pitfalls and destructiveness of envy in the Christian heart, and the importance of practicing gratitude as a counterbalance.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss an often misguided expectation that the Christian life should come without difficulty.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the challenges presented to Christendom as a result of a modern world where more and more of our reality seems to be experienced through devices and assumed online personas.
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Will we carry our memories from our life on earth into heaven with us? What does scripture say about our heavenly mindsets? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
Do you have a question you’d like answered on the podcast? Email your questions to podcast@horizonschurch.net.
Keeping in line with our sermon series "Choices," Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss the Dreamworks classic animated film "The Prince of Egypt."
The Prince of Egypt: 10 Plagues
The Prince of Egypt: All I’ve Ever Wanted
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our podcast series on Christological heresies with an examination of Nestorianism, which asserts that Jesus is comprised of two distinct persons, as opposed to the Trinitarian view of God.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss their favorite verses of scripture, with explanations of why they resonate with them.
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Did you read that title right? How can "sleep" be considered a spiritual discipline? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the connection between faith and a consistent sleep habit.
YT: Pints With Aquinas
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Pastor Josiah is joined by Horizons Worship Director Zach McCord to discuss the sacred nature of music in Christian worship.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the age-old conversation about bodily postures in our expressions of worship, and examine what scripture has to say regarding our expression.
Have a question you’d like discussed on the podcast? E-mail us at podcast@horizonschurch.net!
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What does it mean to deny oneself? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss how the Christian can participate in the spiritual discipline of fasting as a practical training for the greater practice of self-denial, which itself serves as a means of deeper connection with God.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our podcast series on Christological heresies with an examination of Ebionism, which effectively denies the divine nature of Jesus while still considering His messianic qualifications.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan further unpack the topic of the virtue of "wisdom" from Pastor Josiah's sermon of the same name (April 23, 2023)
Sermon: "Wisdom" (4-23-23)
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In this rerun of Episode 225; There are a lot of different interpretations of the Bible out there. How do we know what's right and what's wrong? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss how we can and should reasonably approach the truths of scripture. Original air date: April 25, 2022
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our podcast series on Christological heresies with an examination of Docetism. Did Jesus truly take on humanity or did He only appear to do so?
Pastor Josiah and Ethan kick off this new podcast series on old "Christological" heresies with a conversation about the origins and beliefs of "Gnosticism."
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss how Christians should react to reality as God defines it, through perception shaped by scripture, drawing from an example in 2 Kings 6.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan are back in the studio for a discussion regarding Paul's command in Philippians 2:14 which instructs us to "do everything without grumbling and arguing," and addresses apparent contradictions to that command found elsewhere in scripture.
In this rerun of episode 41, Pastor Josiah welcomes special guest Justin Seybert back to the podcast for a conversation about how to disagree reasonably and well in our discourse, both inside and outside of the church.
Original air date: January 21, 2019
In a continuation of our podcast series on Ligonier Ministries' 2022 "State of Theology" survey, Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss the question of how important it is for every Christian to join and be involved in a local church.
2022 State of Theology Survey (Ligonier)
In a continuation of our podcast series on Ligonier Ministries' 2022 "State of Theology" survey, Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss the Christian belief that the Bible is divinely inspired, and the nature of divine inspiration.
2022 State of Theology Survey (Ligonier)
Book: The Book Thief
Book: Number the Stars
In a continuation of our podcast series on Ligonier Ministries' 2022 "State of Theology" survey, Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss the question regarding whether human beings are born innocent in the eyes of God.
2022 State of Theology Survey (Ligonier)
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Pastor Josiah & Ethan read an excerpt from C.S. Lewis' work "The Screwtape Letters" regarding a critique of the Church and discuss its modern application.
Book: The Screwtape Letters (Lewis)
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In part 1 of our series on the 2022 Ligonier Ministries "State of Theology" survey, Pastor Josiah and Ethan examine the various answers given to the question of whether or not God learns and adapts ("changes") to different circumstances.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan begin a podcast series where we examine the results of Ligonier Ministries’ most recent State of Theology survey.
Ep. 194: Sehnsucht (You’re welcome, fellas –E.J.)
Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore a common rift in Christendom between "moral" and "grace" errors, and the dangers and pitfalls of both.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore the text and implications of the Ninth Commandment regarding bearing "false witness" against one another.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss a few things they've been enjoying in life lately, and extol the virtue of expressing gratitude in seasons of blessing.
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Happy New Year! Now is the time to set goals for the next twelve months. But are we getting ahead of ourselves? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the importance of managing our expectations as we optimistically enter into a new year.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our discussion of atonement theory (continued from Episode 250) with an observation of the Christus Victor angle of atonement.
Have a question you’d like answered on the podcast? E-mail us at podcast@horizonschurch.net!
In this rerun of our 173rd episode: Is it possible to have an edifying theological debate? Which topics can we argue over? At what point are we allowed to plant our flag firmly, and is it ever unloving to do so? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss.
Book: Finding the Right HIlls to Die On (Ortlund)
Original air date: April 19, 2021
Pastor Josiah is back from sabbatical, just in time to jump into our observation of the Advent season with a discussion of the three arrivals of Christ. Wait, aren't there two arrivals mentioned in scripture? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss.
In this rerun of our 83rd episode, Pastor Josiah and Ethan answer a listener-submitted question about whether humans become angels in the afterlife.
In this rerun of our 83rd episode, 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. Original air date: November 4, 2019.
Got a question you’d like answered on the podcast? Email your question to podcast@horizonschurch.net.
In this rerun of our 25th episode, Pastor Josiah and guest Justin Seybert discuss the differences between presuppositional apologetics, classical apologetics, and evidential apologetics, and explore the strengths and weaknesses of each.
In this rerun of our 25th episode, Pastor Josiah is joined by special guest Justin Seybert for the first part of an engaging discussion on why Christians should study apologetics, and how a strong knowledge of apologetics shapes our faith and worldview. Original air date: September 24 , 2018.
In this rerun of episode 110, Pastor Josiah and Ethan examine a potentially controversial lyric in the song “Gone” by Elevation Worship, and appeal to scripture for clarity of the lyrics’s meaning.
Original air date: January 20, 2020
In this rerun of our inaugural episode, pastors Josiah Pitts & Steve Felder explore questions about heaven and hell, and what the Bible says about our existence between the time of our material death and our bodily resurrection.
Original air date: April 10, 2018
Pastor Josiah and Ethan examine the doctrine of penal substitutionary atonement and its scriptural backing.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the importance of reading for the Christian, be it for study or for leisure, and some helpful tips on how to maximize the reading experience and application.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan expand on the 3 types of scriptural application alluded to in episode 246 "Civil Law."
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss a listener-submitted question regarding salvation for the stillborn or those with diminished mental capacity.
Have a question you’d like answered on the podcast? E-mail us at podcast@horizonschurch.net
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Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss the civil portion of Old Testament law, whether or not elements of it are applicable today, and how to understand it in modern context.
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In our pursuit of truth, we can often find ourselves speaking when a more appropriate response would be to listen. Yet James 1:19 seems to exhort us to be quick to listen and slow to speak. Is there a proper method to this approach? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the history and basis of the Catholic practice of indulgences, and offer clarity to modern misconceptions of the practice within protestantism.
VIDEO: Indulgences: Patristic to Medieval Changes (Truth Unites)
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Modern Christendom observes many traditions passed down through the generations. But what happens when our traditions become more dear to us than scripture? Can a tradition actually be a bad thing? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss.
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No church or church experience is perfect. Do we just accept this as a reality of being a part of the Body of Christ? Pastor Josiah and Ethan make the case that the Church should always be striving to better than she has been.
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We toss the term "theology" around a lot, but on what is our theology based? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss the importance of making sure we approach the study of our Lord for the right reasons.
BOOK: Theological Theology: Essays in Honour of John Webster (Amazon)
Episode 83: Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?
Pastor Josiah and Ethan unpack a passage of scripture from Ephesians 4 that wasn't covered in this past weekend's sermon regarding spiritual gifts and corporate worship.
SERMON: Maturing Through Corporate Worship
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Do we as Christians fix our eyes on eternity to the detriment of our earthly lives? Will we become bored with the reality of eternity once we reach "the other side"? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss.
No, we're no talking about tax law in this episode! Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the taxonomy (or "system of classification") of churches, and how to discern each main class of church.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the difficult implications of the Apostle Paul's writings in Colossians 1:24.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the expectation of extroversion within the church. Can introverts & "loners" truly serve or participate in communal worship?
Disagree With Us?
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What is the purpose of preaching in the corporate worship gathering? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the deep implications of the weekly sermon and how preaching is itself an act of worship.
Truth Unites
We often hear the words “justification” and “sanctification” used interchangeably, but what’s the difference between the two terms, and what’s the danger of using the wrong term? Pastor Josiah & Ethan share insight from scripture.
Can we actually confidently know what is true or untrue, specifically in the context of Christian belief? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the postmodern question of absolute knowledge.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan wrap up our podcast series on biblical covenants with an exploration of the New Covenant between God and His people established by Christ at the cross.
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What are the essential truths of Christendom that set her apart from other world religions? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss aspects of the Christian faith which are distinct and vital to belief in Christ.
One of the most often used words in Christendom is "faith." But what exactly is it and why is it so important to the Christian? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss this concept often taken for granted in our belief system.
Is it possible to receive baptism in honor of someone who has passed away? Pastor Josiah discuss an obscure reference to being "baptized for the dead" in 1 Corinthians 15:29, and examine beliefs regarding "proxy baptisms" in other religions.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss a listener-submitted question regarding an odd statement made by the Apostle Paul in 1 Timothy 2:15 regarding women being "saved through childbearing."
Have a question you’d like discussed on the podcast? E-mail us at podcast@horizonschurch.net!
Pastor JC Ryle once described the act of procrastinating matters of spiritual obedience as putting it off for "the Devil's Day." Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the temptation & tendency to procrastinate godly obedience in today's age.
Book: Thoughts for Young Men (Ryle)
Book: Freedom of the Will (Edwards)
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the covenant made between God and His people through David, its historical significance, and its implications on the Church today.
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There are a lot of different interpretations of the Bible out there. How do we know what's right and what's wrong? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss how we can and should reasonably approach the truths of scripture.
Can we truly have full assurance in the truth of scripture and salvation in Christ through faith? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss whether or not we can truly know that our faith is built on solid ground.
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We often hear doctrinal disagreements referred to as "heresy," but is there more to heresy than a simply difference of theological opinion? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss how heresy is traditionally defined, and how believers ought to approach doctrinal differences both major and minor.
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Words matter, and the clarification of terms is important in any serious discourse. Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the importance of accurate & clear definitions in theological discussion.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss a common misinterpretation of 1 John 2:27 regarding spiritual teaching authority.
We're surrounded by all kinds of consumable media 24/7. Does the content we take in effect us spiritually? Should we "watch what we watch"? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the covenant made between God and His people through Moses, its historical significance, and its implications on the Church today.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our discussion about the covenant God made with Abraham, specifically in regards to the “sign of the covenant” (ouch). Part 2.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan begin to examine the covenant God made with Abram/Abraham in Genesis 15, covenantal references in Paul's writings, and its reverberations throughout history. Part 1.
Are the words written in the Bible that were not directly spoken by Jesus less reliable as inspired scripture? Does scripture outside of the "red letter" words of Jesus contradict the direct teachings of Christ? How can we trust that all scripture is equal in its divine inspiration? Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss.
What we know as the practice of "idol worship" has been gone for centuries, but do idols still exist in our lives? What makes an idol? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss some of the modern idols we are often unwittingly tempted to serve.
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How's your New Year's bible-reading plan coming? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss how scripture can be difficult to understand at first glance (you're not crazy or a bad Christian! Sometimes it's hard!), and the value of solid teachers/pastors within the Church.
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Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss the covenant God made with His people through Noah after the flooding of the earth, and its reverberations throughout human history.
Outside temperature at time of publishing: 19ºF. 🥶
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss an often-overlooked God made with Adam and Eve, known as the "Covenant of Works," and how the echoes this covenant have reverberated throughout all of human history.
We've often heard that Jesus taught more about money than about heaven and hell combined. Is this true? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the origins of this teaching, and what Jesus actually teaches about how Christians should interact with money.
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There's a lot of talk about Revelation and the Antichrist in today's world. Are we close to seeing the Antichrist revealed? Pastor Josiah and Ethan examine a mention of Antichrist found in 1 John 2:22 for a clue about this popular evangelical FAQ.
The concept of the "covenant" seems to be a pretty big deal throughout scripture, in both old and new testaments. Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the nature of a covenant, how they are established, and how they apply to Christians today.
Book: The Christ of the Covenants (Robertson)
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the history of the "Apocryphal" books found in the Catholic Bible, and why Protestants do not recognize these books as God-breathed canonized Scripture.
Why do we give gifts at Christmastime? How should we react when we receive a gift? Can we find sacred meaning that goes beyond holiday consumerism? Just in time for Christmas, Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the rich theological tradition behind Christmas gift giving.
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Have you ever heard of Christian Science? Pastor Josiah and Ethan examine its origins, beliefs, and if their beliefs constitute as Biblical Christianity. Also Josiah laughs more than normal and we’re 100% here for it.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss a listener-submitted question regarding the Christian's relationship to the concept of "self-help." What does it mean to seek self-improvement for the Christian? What problems are we hoping to solve?
Have a question you would like answered on the podcast? E-mail us at podcast@horizonschurch.net
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the traditions, and observances of the church calendar, and the reasons for the Christian to exercise awareness of the current liturgical season. Original air date: November 11, 2019.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore the history and teachings of the Jehovah’s Witnesses, and discuss whether Mormon beliefs are Christian or cult-like.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore the history and teachings of Mormonism and discuss whether Mormon beliefs are Christian or cult-like.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan delve into this listener-submitted question surrounding the dead saints raised to life after Christ's resurrection mentioned in Matthew 27:50-53.
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Have you ever found yourself wishing you could have been alive to see the magnificent miraculous events described in the Old Testament in order to benefit your faith? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss why we as Christians are actually in a more enviable spot in redemptive history, drawing from 1 Peter 1:8-12.
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(Yes, I heard you Josiah 😉 –E.J.)
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss a recent church conflict between two Biblical scholars regarding translation methods & philosophy between Greek and English for the Bible, and explores the reliability of common English Bible translations. Also, Pastor Josiah laughs a bit more than normal.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore the 17th-century work by Thomas Brooks Precious Remedies Against Satan's Devices, its roots in scripture, and lessons we can glean today.
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Book: Precious Remedies Against Satan's Devices
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the concept of a "sacred/secular divide" and examine what it means for a practice, person or belief to be truly "sacred."
Is it an offense to the Holy Spirit for us to make plans? Are the concepts of “planning” and “being led by the Spirit” mutually exclusive? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss.
What does it mean to "take the Bible literally"? Is all scripture meant to be interpreted in a literal sense? What do we even mean by "literal"? Pastor Josiah and Ethan have an honest discussion about this nuanced topic. Literally.
What longings and desires exist within us that can't be satisfied by this world, which cause us to look to fictional worlds in our favorite stories, and ultimately to our eternal home in heaven? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan take a look at C.S. Lewis’s modern classic "Mere Christianity," discussing the origin of the book, the process of its compilation, and its impact on Christianity in the modern day.
Book: Mere Christianity
Is the Bible so perfectly clear that we can easily understand it without effort? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss a common attitude among Christians of scripture as perfectly clear without ambiguity.
Who were the strange Nephilim mentioned in Genesis 6:1-4? What about those referred to as "sons of God"? Pastor Josiah and Ethan take a look at this odd passage and examine contrasting views from throughout church history.
Do we see Christ as scripture truly describes Him, or are we perhaps guilty of injecting our own understanding of His attributes into the text? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the concept of "biblical proportionality" and how we can often, with good intentions, re-shape our understanding of God according to our own desire instead of that of the original writers of scripture.
Book: Gentle and Lonely: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss a common criticism against Protestant Christianity relating to beliefs regarding good works in the process of salvation. Is the criticism valid? What role do good works actually play?
Pastor Josiah and Ethan take a look at Thomas á Kempis’ 15th century devotional work The Imitation of Christ, discussing the history of the book’s writing and its position as the second most sold work of Christian literature of all time.
The Imitation of Christ (Book)
What gives us value and worth? What sort of pitfalls do we encounter when we've lost sight of our value? How is our worth determined? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the origin of self-worth for the Christian, and the dark place we can find ourselves in when we lose sight of our worth as image-bearers of God.
Is it possible to literally hear the audible voice of Jesus? Is John 10:3-4 referring to a literal voice that can be heard? How should we interpret this passage? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss various interpretations and context.
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What happens when Christians continually struggle with a sin that we just can't seem to completely shake off? Does it mean we truly haven't repented? What does it mean to truly repent? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the common struggle of habitual sin in the Christian life.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan examine a mysterious mention of angels' fascination with human salvation in 1 Peter 1:10-12, and contrast the relationship between God and man with that between God and the heavenly host.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan take a dive into the first of our Classic Christian Literature Overview series with a look at St. Augustine's Confessions, discussing the work, legacy and pronunciation of Augustine, and the influence of his work on modern-day Christendom.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan examine how to understand the the mystery of the concept of fully human and fully divine nature embodied in Jesus Christ.
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Can modern Christians get anything out of “classic” Christian literature from centuries past? Can we relate to writings penned in the earliest era of the Church? In this new podcast series, Pastor Josiah and Ethan will provide an overview of some of Christendom’s most renowned classic works.
Have a Christian classic you’re interested in hearing more about? E-mail your suggestion to podcast@horizonschurch.net!
Pastor Josiah and Ethan conclude our series on the Lord’s Prayer with its doxology “For Thine is the kingdom...” Why is this part of the prayer not included in many Bibles or quoted in Catholic mass? Why do we say it in our version of the prayer? What truths can we glean from this section of the prayer?
Does God work everything that happens in our lives out for our good? In another installment of “Is The Phrase Biblical?” Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the origins of this common phrase in Christian vernacular and whether or not it has a scriptural basis.
What do we do when our Christian friends decide they no longer believe in Jesus? Or what about when we find ourselves faced with our own possible deconversion? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss how to approach and navigate this difficult potential moment of lost faith in a believer or former believer's life.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our series on the Lord’s Prayer with the 6th petition “Lead us not into temptation.” Is the Lord an author of temptation? How do we avoid being tempted? Is it possible to be delivered from temptation entirely? Listen to find out.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our series on The Lord's Prayer with a discussion about the 5th petition "forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us," and its implications for our prayer life, salvation, and walk with God.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our series on the Lord's Prayer with an examination of the petition "Give us this day our daily bread." Is this petition talking about physical or spiritual sustenance?
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our series on The Lord's Prayer with the third petition "Thy will be done on Earth as it is in heaven," exploring what it means for God's will to be done both in the kingdom and among the saints.
Is it possible to have an edifying theological debate? Which topics can we argue over? At what point are we allowed to plant our flag firmly, and is it ever unloving to do so? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss these questions in this week’s episode.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue The Lord's Prayer series by exploring the concept of praying for the advancement of God's Kingdom in everyday Christian life.
Happy Easter! Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore the present benefits of the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, not just as a literal historical event, but as the very foundation of our hope as Christians, both for present forgiveness of sin and a future bodily resurrection for ourselves.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the opening line of the Lord's Prayer and examine the weight of the truth of God being our archetypical Father figure, and that we can have direct access to Him in prayer.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan begin a new series on The Lord’s Prayer, covering the origin, purpose and symbolism of the Prayer, as well as its history in church liturgy.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the role of Jesus as our advocate before God the Father in dealing with our sin.
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What is the unforgivable sin mentioned in Matthew 12:32? Pastor Josiah and Ethan take a look at the text and discuss the nature of this transgression for which there can be no forgiveness, and how we can know if we're in danger of committing it.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the numerous foretellings of the promised Messiah found throughout the Old Testament, and also cast a light on prophecies that could be misattributed to Christ.
The Church has entered the 2021 Lenten season! Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the practice of fasting during Lent, and which observances Christians should consider as we prepare our hearts for the worship of this sacred season.
What do we do in those moments when Jesus feels distant or unreal to us? Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss 3 different reasons why our faith in Christ's realness may falter, and how to weather these moments & seasons with our faith in tact.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan take a closer look at Nehemiah's harsh words and actions detailed in Nehemiah 13:23-27, drawing from commands for the Israelites in the Deuteronomic Code.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the concept of writing in our printed Bibles, the hesitations some may have, and alternative methods of note-taking in study.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the concept of typological interpretation of Old Testament events and themes which point towards the coming Christ, drawing from the work of Jonathan Edwards.
Pastor Josiah take a look at the references to Jesus throughout the Old Testament, as referred to in Luke 24:13-35.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the age-old question of why it was necessary for Christ to become a human being in order for God to forgive sin.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore the fifth and final of the five Protestant Solas, "Soli Deo Gloria" ("to the glory of God alone"), emphasizing the importance of the recognition and magnification of God’s glory among Christians.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore the fourth of the five Protestant Solas, "Sola Fide" ("by faith alone"), emphasizing salvation as coming only through faith plus nothing.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan take a deeper dive into the importance of the phrase “the name of Jesus,” specifically dwelling on the example found in Philippians 2:10-11.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore the third of the five Protestant Solas, "Sola Gratia" ("by grace alone"), emphasizing salvation as a full work of grace from God, through no work of our own.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore the second of the five Protestant Solas, "Solus Christus" ("Christ alone"), emphasizing the full authority of Christ as the author and finisher of our faith and salvation.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore the first of the five Protestant Solas, "Sola Scriptura" (which means "by Scripture alone"), emphasizing the authority Scripture should hold over Christian belief and practice.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan kick off a new series on the five "solas" of protestant Christianity with a discussion about Martin Luther's 95 theses posted on October 31, 1517, which effectively led to the Protestant Reformation.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss a common criticism of God as an "egomaniac" based on His demand for praise, and question the validity of said criticism..
Pastor Josiah and Ethan conclude our series on The Apostles' Creed, exploring the eleventh article "I believe in the resurrection of the body…” and its application to modern-day Christianity.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan challenge us to take a deeper dive into a presumed call to "Be still and know that I am God" found in the popular Psalm 46:10a.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our series on The Apostles' Creed, exploring the tenth article "I Believe in the forgiveness of sins” and its application to modern-day Christianity.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan try to make sense of a very strange and mysterious mention of circumcision found in Exodus chapter 4.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our series on The Apostles' Creed, exploring the ninth article "I Believe in the holy catholic Church…" and its application to modern-day Christianity.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore a few additional misconceptions about the relationship between God and mankind in this followup to the final message of our Of God and Men series.
In a follow up to our sermon The Restoration of All Things, Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore a question many of us have asked at one time or another...will my beloved family pet be in heaven?
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our series on The Apostles' Creed, exploring the eighth article "I Believe in the Holy Spirit" and its application to modern-day Christianity.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan expand on the content of Part 2 of our Of God and Men series titled Made in God’s Image, with a discussion on purpose, self-worth, and biblical morality.
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If Christians walk in the victory of Christ, why do we still experience discouragement and spiritual depression — and how might we deal with it? Pastor Josiah and Ethan talk through it in this episode. Original air date: August 16, 2019.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our series on The Apostles' Creed, exploring the seventh article "Jesus will come to judge the living and the dead" and its application to modern-day Christianity.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our series on The Apostles' Creed, exploring the sixth article "Jesus ascended into heaven…" and its application to modern-day Christianity.
Pastor Josiah is joined by Horizons Worship Director Zach McCord to discuss the origins and significance of Horizons Worship’s first original single “Mercy,” now available on iTunes and all streaming platforms.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our series on The Apostles' Creed, exploring the fifth article "Jesus descended into the dead…" and its application to modern-day Christianity.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our series on The Apostles' Creed, exploring the fourth article "suffered under Pontius Pilate..." and its application to modern-day Christianity.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our series on The Apostles' Creed, exploring the third article "born of the virgin Mary..." and its application to modern-day Christianity.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan expand on the content of our most recent sermon The Habit of Scripture Reading with additional tips & strategies for forming healthy scripture reading habits.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue our series on The Apostles' Creed, exploring the second article "I believe in Jesus Christ..." and its application to modern-day Christianity.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan expand on Josiah's most recent sermon "The Habit of Corporate Worship" with a few helpful tips on how to more easily create a habit of regularly attending and participating in corporate worship services.
In another installment of “Is The Phrase Biblical?” Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the origins of the phrase “His ways are not our own” and whether or not is has a scriptural basis.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan begin our series on The Apostles' Creed, exploring the opening article "I believe..." and its application to modern-day Christianity.
In another installment of "Is This Phrase Biblical?" Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the origins of the phrase "Cleanliness is next to godliness" and whether or not it has a scriptural basis.
What do you believe? Pastor Josiah and Ethan begin a new series on the ancient Apostles' Creed, unpacking its origin and its importance to believers all throughout history, including modern day.
Have a question about the Apostles’ Creed you’d like answered at any point in this new series? Submit your question to podcast@horizonschurch.net
In Jude, we read a seemingly casual reference to a sparring match between celestial beings over the bones of a mortal man. This week the boys examine the context unpack what in the world is going on in this arcane piece of scripture.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan conclude the Ten Commandments podcast series with Commandment #10 (Exodus 20:17), breaking down its writing, cultural context, and expected application for modern believers.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the topic of confession and forgiveness of sin, and the importance of the Christian to understand the hope of our salvation.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue the Ten Commandments podcast series with Commandment #9 (Exodus 20:16), breaking down its writing, cultural context, and expected application for modern believers.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the two judgments awaiting all people after death, as described in scripture, and the concepts of works and reward.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue the Ten Commandments podcast series with Commandment #8 (Exodus 20:15), breaking down its writing, cultural context, and expected application for modern believers.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the ups and downs of spending more time working from home in the present climate.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue the Ten Commandments podcast series with Commandment #7 (Exodus 20:14), breaking down its writing, cultural context, and expected application for modern believers.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss fears surrounding the COVID-19 health crisis, and examine scripture for deeper understanding of hope that the Christian can find in the midst of this challenging time.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue the Ten Commandments podcast series with Commandment #6 (Exodus 20:13), breaking down its writing, cultural context, and expected application for modern believers (don't kill people, duh!)
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There's a lot of fear and uncertainty surrounding the current COVID-19 outbreak. Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss a few reminders of how the Church should respond to situations such as these, and remind us of the tremendous opportunity for growth with which the Church is currently presented.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the origins and church historical traditions of the St. Patrick's Day celebration, and the implications to the modern Christian.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue the Ten Commandments podcast series with Commandment #5 (Exodus 20:12), breaking down its writing, cultural context, and expected application for modern believers.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue the Ten Commandments podcast series with Commandment #4 (Exodus 20:8-11), breaking down its writing, cultural context, and expected application for modern believers.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the concept of "worm pride," a type of self-exaltation that manifests in false humility, and how to identify and eradicate it.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue the Ten Commandments podcast series with Commandment #3 (Exodus 20:7), breaking down its writing, cultural context, and expected application for modern believers.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan continue the Ten Commandments podcast series with Commandment #2 (Exodus 20:4-6), breaking down its writing, cultural context, and expected application for modern believers.
Pastor Josiah sits down for a conversation with former Horizons worship leader and founding member of Grace Church Buckhannon Colin Reger to discuss how he serves the Church through his music and business endeavors.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan kick off the Ten Commandments podcast series with Commandment #1 (Exodus 20:3), breaking down its writing, cultural context, and expected application for modern believers.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan examine a potentially controversial lyric in the song "Gone" by Elevation Worship, and appeal to scripture for clarity of the lyric's meaning.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan take a focused look at the Ten Commandments, listing them in order and commenting on their importance to Christian theology.
Happy new year! Pastor Josiah & Ethan discuss how to develop and cultivate our physical prayer and worship habits & rituals in our first new episode of 2020.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss some practical helps for staying engaged in scripture as we prepare to enter a new year. Original air date December 17, 2018.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of Job, chapter 19, verses 25-27. Reading by Morgan P.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of Jude, chapter 1, verses17-25. Reading by Zach M.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of Ephesians, chapter 1, verses 3-10. Reading by Josiah P.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of Luke, chapter 1, verses 57-80. Reading by Morgan P.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of Psalms, chapter 90, verses 13-17. Reading by Zach M.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of Psalms, chapter 126, verses 1-6. Reading by Mike T.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of 1 Peter, chapter 4, verses 12-19. Reading by EJ C.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of Romans, chapter 15, verses 8-13. Reading by Josiah P.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of Luke, chapter 1, verses 39-55. Reading by Fred G.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of Psalms, chapter 118, verses 14-16. Reading by Val M.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of Psalms, chapter 2. Reading by Ethan B.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of 2 Peter, chapter 3, verses 8-14. Reading by Dave C.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of Philippians, chapter 4, verses 4-9. Reading by Alicia F.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of Luke, chapter 1, verses 26-38. Reading by Mike T.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of Psalms, chapter 125. Reading by Dave C.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of Genesis, chapter 3, verses 14-15. Reading by Zach M.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the book of 1 Peter, chapter 1, verses 3-9. Reading by E.J. C
Please take some time meditate on the words of the book of Romans, chapter 13, verses 11-14. Reading by Val M.
Please take a moment to meditate on the words of the Gospel of Luke chapter 1, verses 5-25. Reading by Pastor Josiah.
Welcome to the beginning of our Advent series on the podcast. It is our sincerest hope that these short, daily episodes will help you to create space in your observation of one of the most beautiful seasons on the Church calendar. Please take some time to meditate on the words of Psalm 123 today. Reading by Ethan B.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan dive into the mysterious text of 1 Peter 3:18-20, which speaks of Jesus ministering to spirits in prison before His resurrection, and discuss the 3 most prominent interpretations of the reference.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the concept of hell, and take a look at some clues in scripture that can help in our understanding of the topic.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the traditions, and observances of the church calendar, and the reasons for the Christian to exercise awareness of the current liturgical season.
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.
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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.
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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.
Pastor Josiah is joined by Horizons Lost Creek youth pastor Don Skidmore to discuss Horizons' new young adult outreach "New Wine," and the importance of the church making an intentional effort to reach the 18+ demographic.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the biblical theology themes of the book of Lamentations, and contrast them with themes found in the film First Reformed.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the tragic fire at the Notre Dame cathedral in Paris, and what we can learn about how we view and interact with ancient, sacred things while existing in an unsure reality.
Pastor Josiah is joined by podcast guest and video producer Ephraim Harrell for a discussion of using creative means to reach people with the Gospel.
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Pastor Steve returns to the podcast to discuss the formation of the canon of scripture and how the Christian can trust that the Bible includes all inspired writings.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss a listener-submitted question: Who are the children of God, and what about “children of wrath?”
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Pastor Josiah is joined by podcast guest, Christian philosopher Ben Whittington for a discussion about how to approach difficult theological topics from a philosophical standpoint.
OUR ONE-YEAR EPISODE!!! Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the biblical theology themes found in the book of Judges, and contrast them with themes found in the film Blue Ruin.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss a listener-submitted question about the Christian's relationship with Old Testament law.
Pastor Josiah and his wife Morgan welcomed their beautiful daughter Abigail Lee Pitts on March 9, 2019!
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the biblical theology themes in the book of Micah, and contrast them with themes found in the 2017 film Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan answer listener-submitted questions about knowing God's will for our lives, marriage in relation to the Gospel, and the questionable lyrics to the song Reckless Love.
Horizons Lead Pastor Quint Pitts returns to the podcast to discuss the concept of persevering in our faith though hardship and adversity as Christians.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the biblical theology themes of the book of Ecclesiastes, and contrast them with themes found in the film No Country For Old Men.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the biblical theology themes of the book of Habakkuk, and contrast them with themes found in the film Hostiles.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore the biblical theology themes in the book of Joshua, and contrast them with themes found in the directorial works of Wes Anderson, namely The Fantastic Mr. Fox.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan answer listener-submitted questions about how to walk through our lives empowered by the Holy Spirit.
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Pastor Josiah welcomes special guest Justin Seybert back to the podcast for a conversation about how to disagree reasonably and well in our discourse, both inside and outside of the church.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the biblical theology themes in the book of Matthew, and contrast them with similar themes found in the Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter franchises, as well as Blade Runner 2049.
Pastor Josiah and Pastor Steve discuss Jesus’ desire to be physically present in the temple, and what that means for our relationship with Christ and His Church today.
Looking to make a New Year's resolution for 2019? Why not take your study of God's Word to a whole new level? Pastor Josiah and Pastor Steve lay out some very helpful resources for deeper Bible study.
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The Words and Works of Jesus Christ: A Study of the Life of Christ
The Bible Knowledge Commentary (Old Testament:)
The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures by Dallas Seminary Faculty [New Testament Edition]
A Harmony of the Gospels: New American Standard Edition
The NIV Harmony of the Gospels
SPECIAL CHRISTMAS EVE EPISODE. Lucas returns to the podcast for a conversation with Pastor Josiah about three major works Jesus accomplished during His earthly ministry.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss some practical helps for staying engaged in scripture in 2019.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the biblical theology themes in the book of Deuteronomy, and contrast them to themes found in the movie Logan.
As we enter the 2018 Advent season, Pastor Josiah and Ethan discuss the reasons behind Jesus being born as a human being, and the implications this has on how we celebrate Christmas.
Pastor Quint joins Pastor Josiah on the podcast to discuss the meaning behind Christians celebrating “Advent” during the Christmas season, and what the season’s significance is to the faith of the Christian.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan examine the biblical theology themes in eh book of Numbers, and contrast them to themes found in A Star is Born.
Barbour County campus pastor Jeff Burnett returns to the podcast to discuss with Pastor Josiah the role of spiritual gifts in the life of the Christian, and shows us how we can learn what our gifts are.
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Pastor Josiah and Ethan explore the themes of the book of Leviticus, and contrast them to themes in the Netflix series Daredevil.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan take a look at the biblical theology themes in the book of Exodus, and draw parallels to themes in the movie Mad Max: Fury Road, and the life of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Pastor Josiah and Ethan take a look at the broad themes of the book of Genesis, and explore how these themes are utilized in modern works of art such as the movie "Mother," the book "East of Eden," and the poem "God's Grandeur."
Ethan and Pastor Josiah begin a multi-layered discussion about the intersection of scripture, culture and art, and examine the concept of biblical theology as it relates to the human/spiritual experience.
Ethan returns to the podcast to join Pastor Josiah in a conversation about the importance of sharing our faith properly with our friends and loved ones.
In Part 2 of this apologetics two-parter, Pastor Josiah and guest Justin Seybert discuss the differences between presuppositional apologetics, classical apologetics, and evidential apologetics, and explore the strengths and weaknesses of each.
Pastor Josiah is joined by special guest Justin Seybert for the first part of an engaging discussion on why Christians should study apologetics, and how a strong knowledge of apologetics shapes our faith and worldview.
Pastor Steve returns to the podcast for a conversation with Pastor Josiah about common objections to the concept of intelligent design within the scientific community.
Pastor Josiah is joined by his wife Morgan to discuss the concept of writing as a powerful gift, act of worship, career, and passion.
Pastor Josiah is joined by Barbour County campus pastor Jeff Burnett to talk about the philosophy behind the video campus multisite strategy at Horizons.
Pastor Josiah is joined by both Ethan and Zach, both of whom are members of the Horizons creative team, for a conversation about how creative ideas form, grow, and executed within our church organization.
Ethan returns to the podcast to talk with Pastor Josiah about the idea of disappointment from people within our social circles, especially within the church, and how we should respond when we experience it.
Ethan returns to the podcast to talk with Pastor Josiah about the nature of judgment, what types of judgment Christians are allowed to participate in, and the difference between condemning judgment and biblical discernment.
Pastor Josiah is joined by Ricky Hitt of One King Sports to discuss the challenges of running a sports ministry, as well as valuable lessons we can learn from One King's story.
Ethan returns to the podcast to join Pastor Josiah in a conversation about how some of the most renowned stories in the Old Testament can enrich our New Testament faith today.
Pastor Josiah and Pastor Steve talk about marriage, the "five love languages," practical ways to keep intimacy alive, and the pitfalls of divorce.
Pastor Josiah is joined by Lost Creek youth pastor Don Skidmoe to discuss the importance of middle & high school ministry in the church.
Pastor Josiah and Pastor Steve discuss the meaning and significance of strong, healthy boundaries in our relationships, and how to establish and maintain them.
Pastor Josiah is once again joined by Pastor Fred for a conversation about the significance of sacrifice in scripture, from Abraham all the way through Christ.
Pastor Josiah and guest Dr. Bill Barker, PhD discuss the important of the Old Testament to Christians today, and address common misconceptions.
Pastor Josiah is joined via telephone by Celebrate Recovery National representative John Eklund to further discuss the concept of relapse in the recovery process.
Ethan is back for a conversation with Pastor Josiah about the role that single men and women play in the church.
Pastor Josiah and guest host Lucas Jarrett unpack the Old Covenant practice of circumcision, and contrast it with the New Covenant practice of baptism.
Ethan is back for a conversation with Pastor Josiah about the biblical concept of "covenants" and how we fit into them today.
Pastor Josiah and Pastor Steve discuss the significance of Melchizedek, a mysterious priestly figure who briefly appears in Genesis 14. Who was this strange man, and why is his short story so important to our faith today?
Pastor Josiah and guest host Dustin Stout talk about how we can serve God through our work.
Pastor Josiah and Pastor Quint dive into a deeper discussion about how we can receive and realize God's vision in our lives, especially in times of uncertainty.
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Pastor Josiah talks with guest host Ethan Bolton about experiencing God's creative nature through the art of film.
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Pastor Josiah and Pastor Steve discuss the concept of "out-of-body experiences," and take a look at what scripture may have to say about their validity and implications.
Pastor Fred Guidi joins Pastor Josiah for a discussion about the Catholic belief of purgatory, where the belief originated, and what scripture may be able to tell us about it.
In our inaugural episode, pastors Josiah Pitts & Steve Felder explore questions about heaven and hell, and what the Bible says about our existence between the time of our material death and our bodily resurrection.
stor Josiah introduces us to this exciting new resource from Horizons: the new Horizons Church Podcast. This podcast will feature multiple contributors who will discuss questions related to our series, faith, life, and everything in between. Be sure to subscribe!