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Thrive Harbor
by Thrive Ministries
Catch the latest messages from Thrive Harbor, a multi-church young adult ministry in Gig Harbor, WA.
Episodes
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John: 21. Love and Obedience (John 14:15-31) | Mark Klingler
If you want to experience God, then obey him. That's one of the lessons Jesus leaves his disciples on the eve of going to the cross. In response to Jesus' love, we love him, and when we love him, we'll naturally want to do what he says. Where does the Christian life become thrilling? On the other...
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John: 20. This Is the Way (John 14:1-10) | Michael Bouterse
It's the night before his death, and Jesus is giving his disciples one last lesson. He is especially concerned that they understand his relationship to the Father. It is not that Jesus is like the prophets of old, one who merely points to God. Jesus is God. He is not a tool for understanding...
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John: 19. Jesus Washes the Disciples' Feet (John 13) | Jonah Kilpatrick
In the last 24 hours of his life, Jesus does something unthinkable. Putting on the garb of a servant, he washes the feet of the very disciples who would abandon him to die that same night. In this message, Jonah Kilpatrick, one of Thrive's interns, explains how Jesus' foot-washing isn't just a...
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John: 18. The Hour of Glory (John 12) | Michael Bouterse
Jesus has kept us in suspense. Over and over he's said, "My hour has not yet come"—until finally, in John 12, he declares, "The hour has come!" But as Jesus is on the verge of going to the cross, he reveals something startling: the hour of his death is also the hour of his glory. Turning all our...
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John: 17. Jesus Raises Lazarus from the Dead (John 11) | David Shohradov
The last sign John records before Jesus goes to the cross is the raising of Lazarus. In this message on John 11, David Shohradov, a member of Thrive Harbor, teaches on how this climactic miracle puts Jesus’ power, wisdom, and tender love on full display.
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John: 16. The Good Shepherd (John 10) | Michael Bouterse
Who or what do you let shepherd your soul? In John 10, Jesus makes a radical claim: he is the shepherd our soul needs. He is the shepherd who will not let us down, because he laid his life down to save us. This message was given by Michael Bouterse, director of Thrive Harbor. Scripture passages...
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John: 15. The Man Born Blind (John 9) | Michael Bouterse
"I once was lost but now am found, was blind but now I see!" So goes John Newton's famous hymn, "Amazing Grace," an account of how God takes away our spiritual blindness. In this message on John 9, Michael Bouterse, director of Thrive Harbor, speaks on the story that inspired Newton's hymn…
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John: 14. Bread from Heaven (John 6) | Jonah Kilpatrick
Many have been captivated by Jesus, but far fewer make the costly decision to follow him. That's because though Jesus offers us an incredible life of peace, purpose, and satisfaction, that offer is tied to the radical claim that Jesus himself is the source of that life. In this message on John 6,...
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John: 13. The Woman Caught in Adultery (John 7:53-8:11) | David Baumgaertel
Lots of questions surround the story of the woman caught in adultery. Is this passage at the beginning of John 8 original to the Bible? What was Jesus writing when he wrote on the ground with his finger? Did Jesus break the law in not condemning the woman? In this message, Thrive alum David...
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John: 11. Do You Believe the Claims of Jesus? (John 8) | Judah Helland
Many people respect Jesus. Even non-Christian religions acknowledge that he was enlightened, or a prophet, or a great moral teacher. But Jesus won't let us get away with that. To take Jesus seriously, and to receive the gift of salvation he offers us, we have to wrestle with his radical claims.…
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John: 9. The Man with the Mat (John 15:1-15) | Tim Stobbe
During his public ministry, Jesus brought hope and healing to the broken. In this message on John 5:1-15, Tim Stobbe, pastor emeritus of Waypoint North in Gig Harbor, WA, teaches on Jesus' healing of a disabled man, showing how Jesus' concern is not just for the man's body but for his soul.
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John: 8. The Second Sign (John 4:43-54) | Tim Cedarland
Usually we refer to Jesus' healings as miracles, but in the fourth Gospel, John calls them "signs." Just as a sign points to something else, so Jesus' miracles point to the truth of who He is. In this message on John 4:43-54, Tim Cedarland, Thrive's director emeritus, unfolds Jesus' second sign,...
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John: 7. The Woman at the Well (John 4:1-42) | Stan Mansfield
What really satisfies? In his encounter with a Samaritan woman, Jesus gives us something that can quench the longing of our souls and move us to awestruck worship. This message was given by Stan Mansfield, president of Shepherds Bible College in Bremerton, WA.
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John: 6. John Becomes Less (John 3:22-36) | Michael Bouterse
John the Baptist had once been "a big deal." Crowds had flocked to him. But now Jesus' ministry is growing, and John's ministry is starting to decline. How will John react? In John 3:22-36, we see that his response is joy! John is overjoyed to see Jesus' influence overshadow his, because his joy…
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John: 5. Nick at Night (John 3:1-21) | Jeremy DeSpain
What is salvation? In John 3, Jesus responds to the questions of a Jewish teacher named Nicodemus about how and why we can be saved: not on the basis of how good, smart, or capable we are but by looking to Jesus. This message was given by Jeremy DeSpain, pastor of Bible Baptist Church in Port...
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John: 3. The Best Is Always Yet to Come (John 2:1-11) | David Shohradov
Who is Jesus? In John 2, John records when Jesus saved a wedding from disaster by turning water into wine. In this message, David Shohradov, a member of Thrive Harbor, unpacks the significance of this famous moment, showing Jesus to be the one who removes shame and brings joy.
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John: 2. Come and See (John 1:19-51) | Kurt Mach
What would it be like to meet God? In John 1, Andrew, Peter, Philip, and Nathanael all find out. In this message, Kurt Mach, pastor of Peninsula Christian Fellowship, unfolds the story of how these four disciples of Jesus first met the man they came to love, serve, and even die for, and what it…
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John: 1. The Light (John 1:1-18) | Michael Bouterse
John's Gospel is unique. Using signs, "I am" statements, and lots of rich symbols, John seeks to answer the most fundamental question a human being can ask: "Who is Jesus?" One answer to that question is that Jesus is the light. In this message on John 1:1-18, Michael Bouterse, the director of...
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Relationships: 4. Dating Panel
To wrap up Thrive’s series on relationships, we asked three couples to tell us their dating stories and to share their wisdom on dating with us. Our panelists were Brenden & Rachael Lowery, Chris & Abby Basile, and Michael & Claire Bouterse.
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Relationships: 3. Basic Truths Concerning Marriage (Ephesians 5:21-33) | David Shohradov
Many people desire to be married. But what is a healthy marriage? What is the Bible's blueprint for this most intimate of all human relationships? In this message, David Shohradov, a member of Thrive Harbor, speaks on marriage out of Ephesians 5.
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Relationships: 2. Marriage Panel | Kurt & Revell Mach, Tim & Sarah Gauthier
Thrive is joined by two married couples, who share their stories, insights, and wisdom on what a healthy, Christ-centered marriage looks like. A special thanks to our panelists: Kurt & Revell Mach and Tim & Sarah Gauthier.
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Relationships: 1. Singleness (1 Corinthians 7:1-2, 25-38) | Michael Bouterse
It's hard to talk about singleness well in Christian circles. How can the church elevate singleness the way the Bible does, without idolizing singleness the way our culture does? In this talk, Michael Bouterse, director of Thrive Harbor, looks to Jesus and Paul—both of whom were single—to explore...
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Little Letters: 3. The Slave Is Our Brother (Philemon) | Conner Dill
"Chains shall he break, for the slave is our brother." Thus runs the famous line from "O Holy Night" sung by millions every Christmas. But what gives the gospel the power to put all people—slave and master, rich and poor, prince and pauper—on the same playing field? In this message Conner Dill, a...
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Little Letters: 2. Contending for the Faith (Jude) | Greg Carlson
Imagine growing up with Jesus as your older brother. That was the experience of Jude, Jesus' brother. In his short letter, Jude warns about the perils of cheap grace while also pointing believers back to the protecting, preserving love of God. This message was given by Greg Carlson, leader of 47...
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Little Letters: 1. How to Wreck a Church (2-3 John) | Michael Bouterse
The letters of 2 & 3 John are so short that we often pass them over. But they are gems. In this message, Michael Bouterse, director of Thrive Harbor, unpacks how these two "little letters" warn us of two interlocking dangers that can bring down a church: bad doctrine and bad character. Often…
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Good News!: 6. The Greatest News of All | Michael Bouterse
The good news is not just that God forgives us and transforms us. It's that God has given us himself. He has invited us into relationship, so that we might experience the infinite love of the Trinity. This message was given by Michael Bouterse, director of Thrive Harbor. Scripture passages cited...
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Good News!: 5. Jesus Defeats the Darkness | Cedric van Duyn
The Bible teaches that this world is not all there is. There is a spiritual realm populated by personal spiritual forces, both good and evil. But through his death and resurrection, Jesus defeated the devil so that we can have victory over the forces of darkness. This message was given by Cedric...
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Good News!: 4. Jesus Makes You New | Michael Bouterse
Imagine if God forgave us but didn't transform us. Imagine if God canceled our past sins but left us trapped in our present sins. That wouldn't be good news! But the amazing truth of the gospel is that Jesus forgives us and transforms us. In this message, Michael Bouterse, director of Thrive…
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Good News!: 3. Jesus Takes Your Shame | David Shohradov
At the heart of the gospel is a God who loves and forgives His enemies—and that forgiveness is gigantic good news. It means Jesus has taken our sin and set us free from shame. This message was given by David Shohradov, a member of Thrive Harbor. Scripture passages cited (or alluded to) in this...
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Good News!: 2. We Are Lost | Jake Chambers
Before the gospel can be good news, we have to understand the bad news. And the bad news is that without Jesus, we are lost—in sin, in rebellion against God, and ultimately deserving of judgment and death. But because of God's love for us, instead of leaving us lost he came down and sought us.…
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Good News!: 1. God Is Holy | Michael Bouterse
The gospel is the good news about what God has done to save us. But who is God and why do we need his salvation? The answer is found in the fact that God is holy. We can't live without him—but we also can't live with him, because sin and holiness don't mix. But because of Jesus, there's a…
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I Am Beloved by Jesus | Justin Dill
The deepest need we have is to know and experience God's love for us. In this message, Justin Dill, leader of Transformation Missions, speaks on discovering God's amazing love.
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Psalm 46 | Dustin Polley
Life is hard, and the world is chaotic. In the midst of tumult, we need a refuge—and according to Psalm 46, we have one in God. This message was given by Dustin Polley, director of Thrive Kitsap.
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God of the Nations: 4. Missions and Evangelism Panel
Thrivers summit questions on missions and evangelism to wrap up Thrive's 2026 missions series. Panelists were Hannah Churness, Isaac Ferraro, and Michael Bouterse. Our moderator was Conner Dill.
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God of the Nations: 3. A Heart for Serving God | RJ Prestwich
Why missions? Why serve God? All we might do for God ought to flow out of love for him, because of what he's done for us—this is the motive of missions! This message was given by RJ Prestwich of Cadence International.
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Genesis: 40. Joseph and Jesus (Genesis 37-50) | Michael Bouterse
The Old Testament is filled with types and shadows of Jesus, especially the story of Joseph. In this final message of 2025, .Thrive Harbor director Michael Bouterse walks through the numerous ways Joseph's story points to Jesus in his first and second comings. Scripture passages cited (or alluded...
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Genesis: 39. The End of the Beginning (Genesis 49-50) | Drew Dawson
Genesis ends with the death of Joseph. But Joseph believed that his story was just one part of a much bigger story, a story written by God. In this message, Drew Dawson, pastor of Resurrection Church in Gig Harbor, looks at how the end of Joseph's life points to God's larger story and how we can...
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Genesis: 38. Jacob Finishes Strong (Genesis 46-48) | Michael Bouterse
38. Jacob Finishes Strong (Genesis 46-48) Jacob's life takes up nearly half of Genesis, and in the final chapters of the Joseph story, we see Jacob finish strong. Despite his life of cunning and scheming, Jacob eventually develops a deep faith in God, leaving a multigenerational legacy. In this...
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Genesis: 37. The Healing of Harms (Genesis 44-45) | Michael Bouterse
The story of Joseph reaches a climax in Genesis 44-45. Joseph reveals himself to his brothers, and his family is reconciled. But for that reconciliation to happen, Joseph had to be willing to forgive. In this message, Michael Bouterse, the director of Thrive Harbor, looks at what these chapters...
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Genesis: 36. He Will Make It Plain (Genesis 42-43) | Michael Bouterse
Many Christians know Romans 8:28: "God works all things together for good for those who love him." But life is hard, and we doubt that promise. Joseph's brothers faced the same temptation when they experienced his harsh treatment of them. But through their story, we see how God's seeming…
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Genesis: 35. The Inward Journey (Genesis 40-42) | Michael Bouterse
The climax of Joseph's story is his forgiveness of his brothers. Although they had brutally abused and betrayed him, Joseph is willing to reconcile. Why? How did Joseph possess the largeness of soul necessary to forgive and love his family? One answer is that God had to take Joseph on what might…
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Genesis: 34. The Fight with Temptation (Genesis 39) | Joe Schneider
Joseph's character formation was long and intense. Before God used him mightily, he made Joseph pass through trials and temptations—which are as instructive for us in our day as they were for him in his. This message was given by Joe Schneider, pastor emeritus of Peninsula Bible Fellowship and…
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Genesis: 33. Judah's Story (Genesis 38) | Tim Stobbe
Judah will come to play a critical part in the story of Joseph, and later the story of Jesus. But first he must pass through a tough series of circumstances—some of his own making—before God brings redemption to his story. In this message, Tim Stobbe, pastor of Waypoint North, unpacks what…
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Genesis: 32. A Tragic Beginning (Genesis 37) | Michael Bouterse
The story of Joseph is one of the most beautiful and redemptive stories in the Bible. But it begins with a terrible tragedy. In this message, Michael Bouterse, director of Thrive Harbor, looks at what Genesis 37 teaches about God's relationship to tragic events in our lives. Scripture passages...
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Fall Retreat '25: 6. A Disciple's Fight | Jake Chambers
Jake Chambers, pastor of Local Church, teaches on the challenge of being content in Christ, the sixth of six talks for Thrive's Fall Retreat. Scripture passages cited (or alluded to) in this message include 1 Timothy 6:2-21 and Jeremiah 2:12-13.
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Fall Retreat '25: 5. A Disciple's Goal | Jake Chambers
Jake Chambers, pastor of Local Church, teaches on Christlike character as the goal of the disciple's life as the fifth of six talks for Thrive's Fall Retreat. Scripture passages cited (or alluded to) in this message include 1 Timothy 3-4.
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Fall Retreat '25: 4. A Disciple's Posture | Michael Bouterse
Jake Chambers, pastor of Local Church, teaches on having a posture of prayer as the fourth of six talks for Thrive's Fall Retreat. Scripture passages cited (or alluded to) in this message include 1 Timothy 1-2; Acts 1:13-14; 2:42; 6:4; 19:13-20; Matthew 6:9-13; Luke 11:1-4; and Philippians 4:4-7.
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Fall Retreat '25: 3. A Disciple's Motivation | Jake Chambers
Jake Chambers, pastor of Local Church, teaches on the difference between living from a foundation of fear versus a foundation of love as the third of six talks for Thrive's Fall Retreat. Scripture passages cited (or alluded to) in this message include 1 Timothy 1:5; 2 Corinthians 5:14; John...
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Fall Retreat '25: 2. The Disciple's Motto | Jake Chambers
Jake Chambers, pastor of Local Church, teaches on the disciple's motto—that Jesus has come into the world to save sinners, "of whom I am the chief"—for the second of six talks for Thrive's Fall Retreat. Scripture passages cited (or alluded to) in this message include 1 Timothy 1:1, 15; 1...
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Fall Retreat '25: 1. What Is a Disciple? | Jake Chambers
Jake Chambers, pastor of Local Church, teaches on the definition of a true disciple for the first of six talks at Thrive's Fall Retreat. Scripture passages cited (or alluded to) in this message include Matthew 4:19; 28:18-20.
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