Anchored by the Word

About Anchored by the Word

Anchored by the Word is the podcast ministry of Westlake Baptist Church on the shores of the beautiful Smith Mountain Lake in Moneta, VA. Hosted by Lead Pastor Justin Likens, we discuss areas of practical theology and making the scriptures both accessible and engaging for people everywhere, be they seekers looking to know more about the faith or long-time followers of Jesus.

Publisher

Anchored by the Word

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

31 Dec 2024

Latest episode

21 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

54 of 97 episodes have a transcript.

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   21 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Is Cremation a Sin? What Does the Bible Say?

   Host [Host Name] explores the biblical implications of cremation, guiding listeners to focus on the gospel message over traditional burial practices.

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   14 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Is The Death Penalty Biblical

   Host [Host Name] interviews theologian [Guest Name] about the biblical perspective on the death penalty, exploring its validity and moral implications.

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   7 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   What Should We Pray For

   Hosts explore the significance of prayer, guiding listeners on what to pray for and fostering dependence on God for spiritual growth.

Inside a recent episode

Is Cremation a Sin? What Does the Bible Say?

Published 21 Oct 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] Paul says, But whoever has doubts is condemned if he eats, because the eating is not from faith. For whatever does not proceed from faith is sin. The context there, some Christians were concerned about eating meat that had been brought in from a pagan temple market. In those days, they would take some of the meat, they would sacrifice it to these false gods, these demons. And Christians were concerned that if they bought and ate the meat from these markets, that they would be participating in that idolatry. So Paul is answering this question here for them. And he tells them, listen, yes, you are permitted to buy the meat from the marketplace with a clear conscience. […]

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2 ratings

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