This week at Mosaic, guest speaker Robbie Halleen walked us through Titus 3—and a powerful sequence: Loved → Made New → Adopted → Overflowing. In this episode, Ben & Davidunpack why that order changes everything: how identity precedes effort, why “good works” are overflow rather than entry, and what it could look like to preach the gospel to yourself in everyday rhythms. 
We also reflect on Robbie’s memorable opener (wet shaving, grandfathers, and formation) to explore how small, repeatable habits quietly shape who we’re becoming. 
If you’ve ever treated the Bible like a checklist, this conversation invites you to see it as a story to live in—and to let grace reorder your life from the inside out.

If the Bible isn’t a rulebook to keep but a story to live in, how does that change the way we talk about sin, growth, and real freedom? This week, we unpack why “all brokenness is rooted in an identity issue,” how you can hold all the right positions yet miss the posture of love, joy, peace, and faith, and why a generation that loses its worth inevitably loses its way. We process the recent swirl around public tributes and complicated legacies—not to pile on or play politics, but to ask: how do we name harm and still point to Jesus as Redeemer without leveraging guilt and shame?

From the Golden Rule and servant leadership to forgiveness and universal dignity, our culture loves the way of Jesus while often leaving Jesus out. We explore that tension, the spiritual curiosity we’re seeing in Gen Z, and practical steps to rebuild life on Scripture as a firm foundation when the storms hit—so discipleship moves from behavior modification to life transformation.

In this one, Ben and David zoom in on worship as the place where renewal actually begins—not as an add-on to life, but as a rebirth. We talk about living in the Acts 2 reality right now (the Spirit has been poured out), and why following Jesus is a package deal of faith and the Spirit’s power shaping our identity and freedom. Then we unpack Jesus’ “born again” language as a fresh start—no longer defined by our past but recreated in Christ.      

We also get practical: what corporate worship does that private moments can’t (and why weekly confession historically functioned like a covenant-renewal reset), and two simple “IRL” steps—take inventory and take a risk. That risk might be as small as raising a hand, making an audible response, coming to the altar, or asking for prayer… and no one’s judging; it actually lifts the room and often changes your own heart.          

Plus a light “Just for Funsies” detour on dreams—pizza or prophetic?—and how to pay attention without over-hyping it.   

David hosts while Ben (fresh from the pulpit) unpacks why being “after God’s own heart” isn’t about behavior modification—it’s about life transformation. We talk about the Holy Spirit’s role in reshaping our desires (not just our disciplines), how repentance opens us to real change, and why consequences in the Christian life aren’t payback but God protecting the beauty of His kingdom. 
If you’re stuck trying harder and feeling drier, this conversation reframes discipleship from sin-management to Spirit-led intimacy and growth.

Jonah’s journey has taken him from storm-tossed rebellion to Nineveh’s gates—but his greatest battle waits in chapter 4. Here, the prophet’s anger at God’s mercy exposes two hidden idols: a “small-God” scarcity mindset that treats divine love like a reward to earn, and a divided heart that elevates national identity above the Creator.

In this episode, we weave through Jonah’s story to unearth the red-flag behaviors—self-reliance, pride, resentment—that reveal when we’ve bottled up God’s grace. We pivot to the promise of kingdom abundance: if your well feels dry, don’t settle for empty cisterns. Discover where to find the Living Water of Jesus, how to recognize “small-God syndrome,” and why embracing God’s unshakeable love reshapes our mission and mercy in everyday life.

Listen now and learn to drink deeply from God’s limitless grace.

When we try to go it alone, we miss out on the very power God wants to show through our lives. In Episode 19, David sits down with returning guest Tina Ferry to unpack why our greatest breakthroughs often begin when we admit we’re not enough—and learn to lean on one another. 
They explore how vulnerability invites deeper dependence on Jesus, share real stories of community stepping in when we can’t stand on our own, reveal why God delights in using our weaknesses for His greater purposes, and offer simple rhythms to cultivate openness and mutual support. 
Tune in to discover how your weakness can become God’s showcase of strength.

We welcome back Michele Williams to discover how God’s grace reshapes us when we learn, unlearn, and relearn. From insights gleaned alongside therapy horses to the truth that “we’re all Jonah,” we explore what falling—and rising—through our own rock-bottoms really looks like.  Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or at welcometomosaic.com/centered.

Feeling torn between your own plans and God’s? In this episode, we talk about how true repentance is much more than “turning from sin”—it’s an invitation to turn relationally back to God. Along the way, they unpack the dangerous myth of autonomy—why our drive for self-governance so often crowds out God’s calling—and explore what it looks like when a Sovereign, relational God cares more about our hearts than our outcomes. Join us for practical rhythms and heartfelt questions designed to help you hear God’s voice and step fully into the story you were made for.

When you dodge God’s call, you’re not just breaking a rule—you’re abandoning who you were created to be. In this episode of Centered, we unpack Jonah’s epic fish tale to show how every sin springs from an identity crisis. You’ll discover how chasing comfort or cultural approval rewrites your personal narrative and learn to shift from “What do I get?” to “Who am I becoming?” Drawing on GK Chesterton’s insight that faith is “difficult and left untried,” we’ll equip you with practical strategies to spot God’s goodness in everyday challenges and rewire your mindset so His will feels like your greatest good. Tune in and take your next step toward living the purpose you were born for.

A healthy Church needs more than charismatic leaders and gifted speakers. True growth happens when we celebrate the unseen “ligaments” — resilience, compassion, and integrity — that bind bones, brains, and brawn into one body. We explore how to guard against overvaluing flashy gifts at the expense of quiet character, cultivate emotional flexibility and moral courage, and follow God’s agenda instead of our own. Plus, discover practical ways to build deep relationships right here in Littleton: from taking an interest in a neighbor’s hobbies to asking the hard questions that foster genuine empathy and lasting connection.