
Mosaic - Erwin McManus
Welcome to the audio podcast of Erwin Raphael McManus, the Lead Pastor and founder of MOSAIC, a community of faith in Los Angeles California. Known for their innovation, creativity, and artistry, MOSAIC has been named one of the most influential and innovative churches in America. Erwin Raphael McManus communicates on culture, creativity, change, and leadership and is widely known as a thought-provoking communicator, poet, and wordsmith. For more information and to stay up to date with Pastor Erwin and MOSAIC please visit http://www.mosaic.org or download the Mosaic app.
Latest episodes

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Jul 29, 2024 • 45min
The Seven Frequencies Of Communication
Erwin McManus, a visionary pastor known for his insights on connection and spirituality, explores the seven frequencies of communication that can transform our relationships. He emphasizes that although language often divides us, it is fundamentally designed to unite. Drawing from the biblical account of Pentecost, he shares how these frequencies foster personal growth and understanding. The discussion highlights the power of words in shaping self-worth and divine connection, urging listeners to embrace their unique communication styles.

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Jul 23, 2024 • 43min
Live Your Life In The Open || From The Archives
Discover the power of wisdom without advantage, facing insignificance, and the significance of each individual. Embrace the idea of letting circumstances strip you down to who you really are and the impact of aligning actions with purpose and destiny.

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Jul 15, 2024 • 52min
Making Your Life Count || From The Archives
Exploring wisdom through the story of a wise man who saved a city. Embracing insignificance and overcoming challenges with faith. Maximizing impact with limited resources. Finding purpose through serving others and seeking validation from a higher power.

Jul 9, 2024 • 45min
Playing With God || From The Archives
The podcast discusses the dangers of performing for God rather than listening, the importance of sincerity in relationships with God, the consequences of making false promises to God, and the significance of honesty and authenticity in faith and spirituality.

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Jul 3, 2024 • 46min
I Am All Alone || From The Archives
The podcast explores the importance of nurturing relationships and creating community in our lives. It emphasizes the value of companionship, support, and coming together for spiritual growth. The host reflects on the challenges of balancing personal connections with professional success and the impact of loneliness. Ultimately, it encourages listeners to prioritize meaningful relationships over achievements and embrace the power of community.

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Jun 25, 2024 • 48min
Is This All There Is? || From The Archives
Dive into existential musings on human and animal existence, exploring the futility of life and the burden of mortality awareness. Reflect on society's valuation of life and the transformative power of confronting mortality. It invites listeners to appreciate the present moment and seek a deeper understanding of life's purpose and interconnectedness.

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Jun 17, 2024 • 35min
Finding Beauty || From The Archives
Explore Solomon's quest for meaning in Ecclesiastes, highlighting life's cycles and contrasts. Discover how our experiences are designed to draw us closer to God. Find purpose and beauty in life's struggles and triumphs as we search for the eternal.

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Jun 11, 2024 • 45min
Making It Work For You || From The Archives
The podcast explores the dissatisfaction with work overshadowing other aspects of life, emphasizing the futility of labor without meaning. Pastor Erwin shares personal anecdotes of stress caused by work, highlighting the importance of integrating passion and creativity into our jobs. True motivation and productivity come from having autonomy, mastery, and purpose in our roles. Listeners are urged to reevaluate their approach to work and infuse it with meaning for fulfillment and joy.

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Jun 4, 2024 • 51min
Every One
Lead Pastor Erwin McManus discusses the power of wisdom using a story from Ecclesiastes about a poor man's wisdom saving a city. Emphasizing the importance of pursuing wisdom over fame or wealth, he encourages listeners to tap into its unlimited potential.

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May 21, 2024 • 43min
Too Smart For Your Own Good || From The Archives
Delve into the introspective reflections of Solomon in Ecclesiastes, exploring life's futility despite immense wisdom. Reflect on the limits of money and happiness, the downfall of King Solomon due to love for foreign women, and the struggle of wisdom and madness. Challenge your philosophical understanding and contemplate existential despair.