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In this episode, Pastor Joel sits down with Sahar Kamrani Lankhaar, Director of One Heart in Athens, for an honest and deeply moving conversation. Together, they explore the lived realities of refugees navigating displacement, trauma, and uncertainty, while also addressing the current state of affairs in Iran and how global events impact everyday lives. Sahar shares personal stories of loss, resilience, and hope, offering a rare, firsthand perspective on suffering that is often reduced to headlines. Listener discretion is advised: this episode includes adult themes, including intense struggle, personal loss, and descriptions of graphic death, which may be difficult for some listeners.

As we step into a new year, this episode launches a two-part conversation by inviting us to slow down and reflect on what God has been forming in us—rather than rushing to leave the past behind. Drawing from Philippians 1:3–6 and the opening line from U2's Walk On, we explore the truth that not everything from last year was meant to be discarded; some things were meant to be carried forward. In Part One, we name the lessons, practices, and deeper trust God shaped through difficulty, and consider how remembering His faithfulness anchors us with confidence. This episode sets the foundation for how we'll step forward in Part Two, walking on with discernment, gratitude, and hope, trusting that God is not finished yet.

Some of the most meaningful reminders of God's faithfulness don't look significant at first glance. In this episode, we reflect on Joshua 4 and the power of Ebenezers—markers that tell the story of where God carried us through uncertainty and struggle. By remembering His faithfulness then, we grow in trust for what He is doing now and what He will do next.

In this episode, we explore the names Isaiah gave to the Messiah—Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace—and how each name confronts, comforts, and forms us. These aren't just Christmas titles… they're invitations into a deeper life with Jesus. Check out the following Christmas resources from Harbor Church: He Will Be Called by Harbor Music - https://shorturl.at/26CN9 2025 Advent Readings - https://shorturl.at/u0aJv

Have your boundaries ever started feeling less like guardrails and more like walls? This episode explores how good limits can subtly shift from serving Jesus to serving our comfort, using Mark 6 as a guide to rediscover His pace. You'll be challenged to re-evaluate your boundaries, listen for the Spirit's leading, and step into a life that's responsive, compassionate, and courageously open to God's call.

Insecurity can quietly erode a leader's influence, shifting focus from serving others to protecting oneself. In this episode, we look at how Jesus' confidence in His identity enabled Him to lead with humility and give power away rather than grasp for it. Discover how secure leadership builds bridges of trust—starting with knowing who you are, where you came from, and where you're going.

Peace doesn't happen by accident—it's practiced. In this episode, we unpack four simple rules for peacemaking that can strengthen any relationship and transform families, teams, and communities.

What does it really mean to be a peacemaker in today's divided world? In this episode, we explore Jesus' call in Matthew 5:9 and the ministry of reconciliation, unpacking how God's peace transforms us internally and compels us to live as bridges, not barriers.

What if time travel was real?!? In today's episode, we talk and review Nolan's latest thriller Tenet, explore the possibility of time travel, and walk through how the Kingdom of Heaven expands when we accept the invitation to pray for others. Links: https://harborchurch.life/ | https://www.facebook.com/harborchurch.life/ | https://www.instagram.com/harborchurch.life/ | https://bit.ly/2yxqfJf | https://harborchurch.life/give

We began a brand new series over the weekend called The Invitation and this series is all about prayer! Join the guys as they sit down to discuss week one of the series, among many other topics, and why prayer is so important in our everyday lives. Links: https://harborchurch.life/ | https://www.facebook.com/harborchurch.life/ | https://www.instagram.com/harborchurch.life/ | https://bit.ly/2yxqfJf | https://harborchurch.life/give

On today's show, we're wrapping up our deep dive into the messages from our current vision series, A Beautiful Mess. We also talk about the movie Arrival and the spiritual overtones found in the writing of one of the most interesting scripts from 2016. Links: https://harborchurch.life/ | https://www.facebook.com/harborchurch.life/ | https://www.instagram.com/harborchurch.life/ | https://bit.ly/2yxqfJf | https://harborchurch.life/give

Here we go! We're looking at week three of our current series called A Beautiful Mess as Ryan talks to us about his message from the weekend, Equip And Launch The Called! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show wherever you listen to it. Links: https://harborchurch.life/ | https://www.facebook.com/harborchurch.life/ | https://www.instagram.com/harborchurch.life/ | https://bit.ly/2yxqfJf | https://harborchurch.life/give

We're back again with another week of the Harbor Church Sunday Sequel as we take a deeper look at week two of our current series called A Beautiful Mess. This week, we're unpacking a message called "Welcome Home the Hurting" that Pastor Joel gave over the weekend. Links: https://harborchurch.life/ | https://www.facebook.com/harborchurch.life/ | https://www.instagram.com/harborchurch.life/ | https://bit.ly/2yxqfJf | https://harborchurch.life/give

We kicked off a brand new series over the weekend called A Beautiful Mess and in this episode, Joel gives us a series overview and also breaks down his opening message titled Embrace The Mess! We also discuss the highs and lows of week one of the 2020 NFL season. Links: https://harborchurch.life/ | https://www.facebook.com/harborchurch.life/ | https://www.instagram.com/harborchurch.life/ | https://bit.ly/2yxqfJf | https://harborchurch.life/give

Who's ready for some "End Times" talk? This week we're diving into Pastor Ryan's standalone message called When The World Falls Apart from this past Sunday! Links: https://harborchurch.life/ | https://www.facebook.com/harborchurch.life/ | https://www.instagram.com/harborchurch.life/ | https://bit.ly/2yxqfJf | https://harborchurch.life/give