Mosaic - Erwin McManus

Have you ever felt stifled by God’s instruction? In ‘The Elusive Nature of Freedom,’ Pastor Erwin McManus delivers unparalleled insight to help you unwrap the intentions behind God’s commands.   Pastor Erwin centers his message around Psalm 119:32, where the Psalmist ran with freedom in the direction of God’s commands. Pastor Erwin reminds us that a healthy relationship with God results in an ease with following God’s commands. Only when we think God is stealing from us do we run away from his instruction in our lives.   God’s instruction for our lives is meant to lead us to a life filled with freedom. Pastor Erwin gives us a powerful reminder that God’s commands don’t limit us - they liberate us! When we are focused on pleasing God with our lives, even the opinion of others doesn’t have an overwhelming pull on us anymore. We can live on the road to freedom as we move forward within God’s instruction.   If you’ve been wanting to embrace freedom in your life and walk on the path God has for you, this message is for you!

In this final installment to his ‘Self-Mastery’ series, Pastor Erwin helps us understand one of the most valuable and precious resources God designed us both to give and to receive – our energy. Anchored in Luke 8:40-48, Pastor Erwin draws a parallel between our lives and the story of Jesus engaging a woman whose faith activated his power. Her clear intention to be healed by Jesus caused an energy transfer that Jesus not only felt, but then declared her action as showing great faith. If your life feels constantly depleted of energy, or you want to better funnel a surplus of energy in a positive direction, this talk will empower and transform you. Don’t miss out on how you can achieve self-mastery and walk in God’s purpose for your life, with this powerful conclusion to an incredible series! — "Self-Mastery: Energy" message by Erwin Raphael McManus recorded at Mosaic Studios in Hollywood, CA.  For more information, visit mosaic.org © MOSAIC / Erwin McManus. #20210425

In part two of the ‘Self-Mastery’ series, Pastor Erwin McManus brings a powerful message on the importance of attaining mastery over our thoughts. From the words of Paul in 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Pastor Erwin reveals that our minds are the invisible place where our most significant battles take place. He reminds us that seeking mastery over our thoughts is a spiritual act. God designed us to ‘take every thought captive,’ so that we would not allow a negative thought to take root in our minds. Every thought that does not call us to more is not a thought that aligns with God’s design for us! This message gives you the tools and encouragement you need to help you take control of your mindset. — "Self-Mastery: Mindset" message by Erwin Raphael McManus recorded at Mosaic Studios in Hollywood, CA.  For more information, visit mosaic.org. © MOSAIC / Erwin McManus. #20210411

Part one of a new series from Pastor Erwin McManus on the importance of self-mastery. To begin the journey of self-mastery, you must first learn how to take ownership over your life and choices. When we abdicate our responsibility for our choices, we then give away our power to change our future. Out of the context of Genesis 3, Pastor Erwin relates the story of Adam and Eve and how neither took ownership for their actions in the Garden. Pastor Erwin insightfully unpacks the scriptures and the consequences of the fall of humanity away from God’s original intention. Blame was at the root of man’s separation from God, and the beginning of a history of no ownership between humanity and our creator. If you desire to change your life and create a better future for yourself and your family, but don’t know where to begin – this talk is for you! — "Self-Mastery: Ownership" message by Erwin Raphael McManus recorded at Mosaic Studios in Hollywood, CA. For more information, visit mosaic.org. © MOSAIC / Erwin McManus. #20210411

In Luke chapter 24, Jesus’ followers arrive at the tomb where his body lay to pay their respects in mourning. There they encounter two angels who ask this revolutionary question: ‘Why are you looking for the living among the dead?’ Pastor Erwin Raphael McManus uses this moment to reveal the beauty of Easter in a new and life-changing way.  So often, we can find ourselves not truly living, only existing. Without the power and love of Jesus, there is only death. But with Jesus, you find the source of life itself. When we put our trust in Jesus, we will be found among the living and not among the dead. — "The Living" message by Erwin Raphael McManus recorded in Joshua Tree, California. For more information, visit mosaic.org. © MOSAIC / Erwin McManus. #20210404

Pastor Erwin Raphael McManus shares a powerful Good Friday message that illuminates how Jesus redefined victory on the cross. Though Jesus’ death in John chapter 19 could have been perceived as a moment of defeat, Pastor Erwin reveals the nuances of how Jesus gave up his life willingly for all of mankind. Jesus showed us that hope, peace and power can all be found at the cross. His death was an example of the beauty that can come from the most desolate places. In this talk, be encouraged: no matter where you are in this moment, Jesus has paved the way to a life filled with hope and beauty for you. – "The Desert Rose" message by Erwin Raphael McManus recorded in Joshua Tree, California. For more information, visit mosaic.org. © MOSAIC / Erwin McManus. #20210402

Palm Sunday is the day Jesus’s followers celebrated his victory before he entered the battle that would define human history. Out of John chapter 12, Mosaic Lead Pastor Erwin McManus illuminates this remarkable moment in Jesus’s life and legacy like never. No one celebrating in the streets of Jerusalem on Palm Sunday could have known the magnitude of the victory that was yet to be won. At the intersection of the scriptures and present day, Pastor Erwin reveals that God wants us to anticipate the victory Jesus has for us before we can see it for ourselves. – "Celebration of Life" message by Erwin McManus recorded at Mosaic Studios. For more information, visit mosaic.org. © MOSAIC / Erwin McManus. #20210329

How would you live if you were guaranteed a resurrection? Pastor Kim McManus leads us through the book of John to discover what a life fully surrendered to Jesus looks like - and how it ultimately frees us completely from the fear of death. Delivered in the context of a teacher to a student, Pastor Kim breaks down the struggle of Jesus against the religious men of his era as if we are talmid, or one of Jesus's disciples. Through a lens of love, Pastor Kim shows us the intent behind Jesus's message, his story, and his call to eternal life. – "Third Day" message by Kim McManus recorded at Mosaic Studios. For more information, visit mosaic.org. © MOSAIC / Erwin McManus. #20210222

In his message ‘Escape Room,’ Pastor Erwin McManus delivers a powerful message that illuminates how Jesus is the 'escape' from the rooms built by negative forces in our lives. Whether it be mistakes from our past, feelings of shame or inadequacy, or fear of the future, all of us have an escape room from which only Jesus can set us free. Pastor Erwin draws from a story in John 8:2-11, where Jesus is found in a crowd of people accusing a woman who has been caught in adultery. The religious elite are intent on trapping the woman in her worst moment, but Jesus offers her freedom and a path to a better future. “If you want to find your way out of the escape room, you need to let Jesus be your defense.” -Erwin McManus — "Escape Room" message by Erwin McManus recorded at Mosaic Studios. For more information, visit mosaic.org. © MOSAIC / Erwin McManus. #20210214

What alienates us from the presence of God? How do we not succumb to fear of failure, but have faith in a better future? Pastor Erwin McManus brings a compelling message that reminds us where the real battle of our lives is won or lost: the battle of our inner world. In 1 Kings 19:1-19 Elijah was afraid of a threat of death from Jezebel and ran for his life. After a great moment of courage where God provided for him, his faith was corrupted by fear. Fear is the negative expression of our faith, founded in a belief that the worst will happen to us. Pastor Erwin teaches us that whatever informs us, forms us; we must listen and pay close attention to the inner voices that shape our choices. Our future is not destined to be a replica of our past. God empowers each of us to face our fears and run into our freedom. Though we can be tempted like Elijah to run away from our fears, God reminds us over and over in the scriptures that He will meet us in our fear and use it to make us stronger. God wants to shape our inner world in the midst of our biggest battle. It is through the mastery of our inner worlds that we will find peace. “The warriors aren’t ready for battle until they come to know peace.” –Erwin McManus — "Inner Peace" message by Erwin McManus, previously recorded at Hillsong Colour Conference 2019. For more information, visit mosaic.org. © MOSAIC / Erwin McManus. #20210207