Mosaic - Erwin McManus

In today’s message, we explore one of the most transformative truths of the spiritual journey: alignment. What does it mean to live a life aligned with God’s heart, purpose, and calling? From the intersections of Hollywood and South Pasadena to communities in Calabasas, Mexico City, Ecuador, New York, and London, this conversation is both deeply personal and globally relevant. Pastor Erwin McManus...

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 pa...

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 sho...

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...

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 resurre...

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-alter...

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 me...

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 persona...

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...

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 experienc...

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 b...

Welcome to Mosaic NYC! As we step into this new series, Humans: What Makes Us Us?, we’re diving into the fundamental question of identity—what it means to be human and why we so often struggle with who we are. The Bible is not just the story of God; it’s the story of us in relationship with Him. While we are made from dust, we are also filled with breath—divine, eternal breath. Yet, in a world whe...

In this week's episode form the archives Pastor Erwin explores the idea that Jesus actually makes sense —not because He answers every question, but because He brings clarity to life's complexities. We often believe we already understand life, measuring it by success, wealth, or relationships. Yet, Jesus challenges that perspective, offering a life we don’t even realize we’re missing —one f...

In this episode from the archives, Pastor Erwin McManus shares his unexpected journey from skepticism to faith, his conviction to plant roots in Los Angeles, and the challenges of building a church that embraces the outsider. With raw honesty, he recounts battles fought—not just against societal norms, but within the church itself—while casting a bold vision for the next 20 years. This episode is...

We humans are designed for risk. When we're risking with intention, we're living our lives for something bigger than ourselves. In Matthew, Jesus describes the kingdom of heaven as like treasure hidden in a field. It comes only when we're willing to risk everything for it. In the Beatitudes, when Jesus says, blessed are, he's actually saying happy are. He actually addresses negative emotions like...

During a time of tragic loss with the fires raging in Los Angeles, Pastor Erwin McManus brought a dynamic message helping us see God’s presence in the middle of it all.   In the Scriptures, he points out that we often have a multitude of questions for God during crisis. We ask him why he doesn’t stop tragedy from happening and where he is when we’re suffering.   But instead of answering us, God co...

Happy new year. 2025 is already the best year of our lives. Let all the belief in this room seep into your soul. God is ready to do something extraordinary in your life. Let's pray together. Jesus says anyone who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate is a thief and a robber. Sheep can hear their shepherd's voice and they follow. This is the singular defining characteristic of someone who belong...

What if the beauty of Christmas isn’t found in extravagance but in simplicity? This message invites you to reflect on the story of Jesus’ birth, not as a distant tale, but as a powerful reminder of God’s love meeting us in our brokenness. From childhood memories filled with Santa and magical moments to hearing the Gospel for the first time, we explore how God’s plan unfolds in unexpected ways to b...

When you become a relational idealist, when you begin to believe in others, you're not free from wounds. Jesus was betrayed by a kiss, so don't be surprised when you are. And I can make the world better when I believe in people. Once we believe in ourselves, we can risk curiosity, wonder, spontaneous delight, or any experience that reveals the human spirit. When God believes in you, you start beco...

Today is Foundation Sunday. The question we should be asking is what do we want for the future of humanity. How can we be a significant part of shifting the human story in the direction of what is good and beautiful and true? It's easy to spend your entire life just paying the bills rather than building something. There are very few churches that actually built a foundation to reach people who wou...

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