This message takes us deep into the story of Ruth and Naomi—a story born in the rubble of famine, grief, and despair, yet transformed by faith, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to love. Pastor Erwin Raphael McManus explores how even our most bitter chapters can become the prologue to something beautiful if we choose to turn the page.

On a day as layered as Mother's Day—where joy and pain often collide—we’re reminded that our relationships with our mothers, our God, and our community shape more of our soul than we realize. Through personal stories, raw honesty, and powerful biblical insight, Pastor Erwin invites us to write a new story—not by erasing the past, but by choosing our next line with intention, courage, and faith.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your story can begin again, or questioned if the pain you carry disqualifies you from hope, this message is for you. There’s an epic still waiting to unfold—if you’ll trust the Author and take the first step.

In this episode of the Mind Shift Podcast, Aaron McManus and Erwin McManus is joined by Carlos Pimentel to unpack the surprising events following Mosaic’s Easter gatherings. With nearly 8,000 people attending across their campuses, the team had just celebrated one of their most impactful weekends. But within days, they received a 60-day notice to vacate their Hollywood location—a decision that shocked the entire community. The team acted quickly, informing leaders, volunteers, and supporters within 48 hours and beginning the process of charting a new course forward.The conversation dives into the emotional weight of the news, especially given its timing—14 years to the day after Mosaic’s first Hollywood gathering. While the initial reaction was disbelief, the team quickly shifted toward vision and resolve. They emphasize the importance of perspective in leadership, choosing to see this disruption as a moment of divine transition rather than defeat. Erwin reflects on the need for resilience in ministry and the strength that comes from staying rooted in purpose amid uncertainty.The episode also revisits Mosaic’s long journey with the Hollywood location. Erwin recounts the massive fundraising effort under the “Here to Stay” campaign and the tension of raising millions while still falling short of the full purchase price. Despite the loss of a culturally iconic and spiritually significant space, the team underscores the importance of embracing change, learning from every season, and letting go when necessary to move forward with clarity.Looking ahead, the team discusses their shift from trying to preserve a single location to building new epicenters across Los Angeles and beyond. They talk about exploring alternative venues, rethinking what community looks like, and leaning into Mosaic’s identity as a movement, not just a place. The lessons learned from the pandemic, especially the need to stay agile and creative, continue to shape how they envision the church's next chapter.Amid all the transition, excitement builds around the upcoming Mosaic Conference, themed “Dreams.” The event now serves as a marker of change and vision, offering the community a moment to rally together and imagine what comes next. Aaron and Erwin emphasize that this moment isn’t just about losing a space—it’s about gaining momentum. With open hearts and bold plans, they invite listeners to walk with them through uncertainty and into a future filled with possibility

In this powerful message, Erwin McManus reflects on Mosaic's 14-year journey at the heart of Hollywood and the exhilarating call to step once again into the unknown. He recounts how, at just 24 years old, he discerned that Los Angeles was a city where the future emerges—a belief that has shaped Mosaic’s bold spirit ever since. Using Isaiah 43, Erwin challenges the notion that "there is nothing new under the sun," declaring instead that God is always creating the new—and calling us to become the creators of it.

As Mosaic faces the closing of its iconic Hollywood campus, Erwin reframes this ending not as a loss, but as an invitation: to leave the past behind, to embrace change, and to walk courageously into a future God is already crafting. This talk is a rallying cry for anyone who feels trapped by the old, reminding us that faith is not a call to preservation, but a call to pioneering, risk, reinvention, and new creation.

The future doesn’t wait. It belongs to those who dare to create it.

On this powerful Easter Sunday, Pastor Erwin Raphael McManus invites us into a story we all think we know—but perhaps have never truly seen. We revisit the empty tomb not just as a moment in history, but as a mirror to our present, a call to ask ourselves: Are we truly alive, or just existing?

This message explores the difference between knowing the end of Jesus’ story and experiencing the resurrection for ourselves. With vivid imagery, cultural references—from The Sixth Sense to John Wick—and deep scriptural insight, we’re reminded that God's purpose isn't just to make us right, but to make us alive. The resurrection isn't just proof that Jesus conquered death—it’s an invitation for you to live fully, right now.

So why do we keep searching for life in dead places? And what would it mean to choose life—not just someday, but today? This is your moment to reclaim your humanity, rediscover your purpose, and step into the plot twist God has written for you. Jesus is alive. And now, through Him, so are you.

We’re kicking off a new series—not on success, purpose, or relationships—but on the person at the center of it all: Jesus. In this message, we wrestle with one of the most fundamental questions of faith: Why Jesus? Not just why believe in God—but why choose to trust in Jesus specifically?

Pastor Erwin Raphael McManus takes us through a profound journey, from agnosticism and atheism to a life-altering realization about the nature of reality, love, and what it means to be human. Are we just digits in a mathematical universe, or is there something deeper at work—a divine presence calling us out of despair, into freedom?

This talk confronts the illusion of religion, the myth of moral neutrality, and the seduction of shortcuts—showing us how Jesus didn’t wait for us to find our way to him. He entered the escape room of our brokenness to become the door out. If you’ve ever felt trapped by your past, lost in your questions, or unsure where to find meaning, this message is for you. Jesus doesn’t just offer answers—he is the way out.

This morning's message is a little different. We're exploring a big idea—mastery—and making it incredibly personal. There are moments in life where your choices don’t just impact your future… they shape who you become. These are pivotal human intersections, and you're standing in one now.

From the raw power of talent, to the refining fire of process, to the fuel of obsession—this message dives deep into what it means to live a life of purpose and intentionality. It’s not about being the best in the world... it’s about being the best version of you—the one God imagined when He created you.

Cain had a choice. So do you. Sin lurks. Discouragement is easy. Laziness, envy, fear—they’re effortless. But mastery, transformation, and becoming fully alive? That takes work. And it’s so worth it.

Whether you're chasing greatness, stuck in comparison, or just tired of living a lesser version of yourself—this message is for you. It's a call to self-mastery, to spiritual depth, and to radical, obsessive devotion to becoming who God designed you to be.

“The most spiritual thing you will ever do… is choose.”

⏳ It’s your moment. Choose well.

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In this powerful episode from the archives, we journey through one of the most human and raw moments in Scripture—1 Kings 19—where the prophet Elijah, fresh off a mountaintop victory, finds himself in the depths of despair. We explore the tension between spiritual triumph and emotional exhaustion, between miraculous faith and crushing fear.

As Elijah flees for his life, we witness a deeply personal encounter with God—not in fire, wind, or earthquake, but in a gentle whisper. The episode challenges us to reflect on a haunting and transformative question: “What are you doing here?”

This message invites us to consider if we’re truly living where God is moving, or simply drifting on the momentum of past moments. It’s a call to slow down, care for our souls, and re-anchor our lives in the presence of God—so we can say with confidence and conviction: I am here.

Whether you’re in a chapter 18 mountaintop or a chapter 19 wilderness, this episode is for anyone walking through seasons of doubt, fatigue, or longing for renewed purpose. Let’s make this a year where we walk when God walks, stay when He stays, and never settle for being anywhere He’s not.

Welcome to Mosaic NYC! 🌍✨ Whether you're joining us from Los Angeles, London, Mexico City, Ecuador, or anywhere in the world, we’re so glad you’re here. There’s something extraordinary about people coming together across cultures and cities, united by the pursuit of something greater—by the pursuit of Jesus.

In this message, we’re continuing our series, HUMANS: What It Means to Be Us. It’s a conversation that might seem unexpected in church—you might expect to hear only about God, but the truth is, in the grand story of creation, you are His masterpiece. When God created the universe, His “aha” moment wasn’t the stars or the mountains—it was you. That means who you are, what you long for, and the struggles you face deeply matter to Him.

But being human isn’t just about our beauty and potential; it’s also about the ruins—the broken parts of us that we struggle to make sense of. We all carry wounds, regrets, and disappointments. Some of us feel like our lives have fallen into disrepair, like a city or a building left in ruins. Maybe you’ve asked yourself, How did I get here? How did I become this version of me? Or perhaps you've spent years chasing after something—success, love, validation—only to realize that even when you have it, something still feels missing.We talk about our mental health more than ever, yet our language is growing only in describing what’s wrong rather than what makes us whole. Depression, anxiety, stress—these words have become a part of our daily vocabulary, but what about words that describe healing, restoration, and hope? What if the very things that make us feel broken are actually signs that we were made for something more?

Pastor Erwin Raphael McManus takes us on a powerful journey of understanding our own fragility, our pursuit of things that often leave us empty, and our deep longing for love. He reminds us that:

🔹 We are fragile. No matter how strong we appear, we are easily wounded, often by the people closest to us. Why do negative emotions stick to us so much more than positive ones? Why does bitterness, anger, or fear stay with us longer than hope or joy? What if our brokenness is pointing us back to God?

🔹 We chase things that don’t satisfy. Whether it’s success, wealth, or even love, we often reach for things, believing they will complete us—only to find ourselves still longing. What happens when we spend a decade pursuing something, only to look back and wonder if it was all for nothing?

🔹 We are intoxicated by love. We all long to be fully seen, fully known, and fully loved. But what if the human version of love—no matter how beautiful—is just a shadow of a greater love we were created for? A love that will never abandon, reject, or disappoint us. A love that Jesus demonstrated on the cross.

This message challenges us to look at our lives through a different lens. What if the pain, the longing, the sense that something is missing isn’t a flaw in us, but rather a signpost pointing us back to our Creator? What if Jesus is the one who steps into our ruins and restores us to the life we were always meant to live?

If you’ve ever felt broken, lost, or like your life is in ruins, this message is for you. There is hope. There is healing. There is a new beginning waiting for you.

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In our first Mosaic Calabasas gathering with Pastor Erwin Raphael McManus, we explore what it means to be human, diving into the deep connection between faith, self-discovery, and our intrinsic longings. While many seek to understand God, what we’re often searching for is an understanding of ourselves—why our lives unfold the way they do and how we navigate the tension between belief and experience. We unpack the idea that faith and human interaction are inseparable; our disconnection from others often mirrors our disconnection from God. At the core of our humanity is a search for meaning, a desire to make sense of our existence and our struggles.

Beyond meaning, humans are driven by an insatiable need for progress—the belief that we must keep moving forward, evolving, and becoming better versions of ourselves. Without progress, we drift into despair, feeling stagnant and purposeless. This drive, often misunderstood as ambition for status or success, is actually a reflection of our divine design. We are wired to grow, create, and transform, yet when we measure progress by the wrong standards, we can feel empty despite our achievements. True fulfillment isn’t found in external success but in alignment with who we were created to be.

At the heart of it all is our deepest craving—intimacy. We long to be fully seen, known, and loved, yet fear the vulnerability it requires. This paradox shapes much of our human experience, influencing our relationships, anxieties, and sense of belonging. Jesus' message isn’t about earning love but about receiving it freely, breaking the cycle of striving and shame. When we embrace faith, hope, and love as essential to our humanity, we step into the fullness of who we were created to be—designed not just to exist, but to be deeply connected, growing, and truly alive.

What does it mean to be human? Among the millions of species on Earth, only humans have the ability to question their existence, wrestle with identity, and struggle to live with intention. Unlike animals that instinctively fulfill their roles, we face a unique challenge—we can live outside of our purpose. We are the only species that seeks meaning, longs for more, and feels the weight of the gap between who we are and who we were meant to be. This podcast is an invitation to explore that tension, to ask the hard questions about faith, purpose, and what makes us distinct in creation.

Whether faith is the foundation of your life or an idea you occasionally consider, this conversation is for you. Faith is not just a religious construct; it is woven into the fabric of our existence, shaping the way we hope, dream, and create. We’ll explore how faith is not about making us superhuman, but about making us fully human. Through stories, reflections, and deep dives into scripture, we’ll unpack how faith restores our true intention, how hope anchors us in the future, and how our unique ability to imagine and build the world ahead is a reflection of something greater than ourselves.

We were not made to simply exist; we were designed to create, to build, and to shape the future. This podcast is about reclaiming the essence of what it means to be human, understanding that we were made in the image of a Creator who calls us to live with purpose. Together, we’ll uncover how to break free from the limitations we place on ourselves and step into a life of intention, courage, and faith. If you’re ready to rediscover what it means to be fully alive, this is the conversation for you.