What are 4 key ways followers of Jesus can effectively share the good news of Jesus with others today: Who He is, what He did for us, and why. That and so much more in this 21st century understanding and encouragement of Gospel witness. View the slide deck here.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

Quite simply, the best message you will ever hear on the why, how, and what of prayer. Pastor Harry is truly a man of prayer: This message is born from a lifetime of practice as well as praying with others. Don't miss it!By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

In this episode, Pastor Lawrence demonstrates the why and what of serving God and others as intrinsic to our creation and sense of significance as human beings. Consider that from the moment of our creation extending throughout eternity, joy and meaning is experienced only by fulfilling the purposes of God via service.…

In this first of five episodes in the Elements series, Pastor Mark explains the why and how of studying the Bible. Listen to consider the varying types of Bible study, the Top 7 Benefits of Bible Study, and to practice the Interpretive Method of Bible study by considering with Mark the true meaning of Philippians 4:13 ("I can do all things through …

In this special easter edition, pastors Mark and Lawrence combine to finish our study of the Prayer of Peace. Learn the nuanced distinction between forgiving and a pardon as well as how significance in this life comes only in dying to ourselves.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

In this episode, Pastor Harry discusses why it is better to give than to receive as Christ exemplified, and how what we give of ourselves in measure to others will come back to us in both quantity and quality.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

Love is intrinsic to who and why God is, how He acts, and what He does. In this episode, Pastor Mark explains that love is intrinsic to our being as well and consider the benefits of loving others in His name.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

Being misunderstood is hard and hurtful to our emotions and our soul. In this episode, Pastor Lawrence highlights what Jesus experienced and how he responded to being misunderstood.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

In this episode, Pastor Harry turns our attention to the second half of the Prayer of Peace, where a counterintuitive spiritual truth is uncovered. Some of our deepest desires are found, not when we seek them directly, but when we selflessly give them away to others.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

The emotion of sadness is an expression of our humanity: Joy is more a choice than a feeling. In this episode, Pastor Mark explains what joy is, what it's not, and from where it ultimately comes.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

Light and darkness... These seemingly opposing forces are among the first two things mentioned in the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Lawrence shares what light can teach us about the character of God, and how by letting it shine we can help lead others out of dark places in their lives.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

In this episode, Pastor Mark reminds us that darkness comes before light and resurrection after crucifixion. Indeed, we can endure inevitable seasons of despair in this life by standing firm on the character and promises of Jesus, our solid rock of hope.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

In this episode, Pastor Lauren considers the power of faith and how, in times of doubt, we can remain assured that God is at work and can be trusted. Ultimately, it is the person and object of our faith, Jesus, who metaphorically moves mountains of pain, hurt, and challenges, etc., that we have already or will inevitably face in this life and who g…

Forgiveness... Everyone wants to receive it but few want to extend it. What do you do when you’ve been wronged... How do you handle offense? With the backdrop of the Prayer of Peace, Pastor Lawrence leads us through the scriptures in teaching and reflecting on this tough topic: When there is offense, forgive.…

In this week’s episode, Pastor Harry challenges us to rethink concepts of love, hate who are enemies, persecutors, and more. Consider the why and how of showing love even to those who seem most unloveable... If we don’t, who else will?By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

The title, “Prince of Peace,” is the Hebrew Shar Shalom, which means “the one who removes all peace-disturbing factors and secures the peace.” (ODB) In this episode, Pastor Mark considers Christ's self-identification as the Anointed One (Isaiah 61, Luke 4), the expectation of followers to identify with Him as peacemakers (Matthew 5:9), and introduc…

Though normative today, expressions of violence, hatred, and rage, etc., are not answers but only perpetuate problems between us as human beings. In this episode, Pastor Mark kicks-off Season 9 by considering the urgent need for Christians to follow in the footsteps of Jesus by becoming instruments of peace. Consider the biblical expectation, disco…

In this final episode of the Fulfilled series, Pastor Lauren walks us through the Christmas story in chronological order. Learn how 14 specific prophecies from the Old Testament found their fulfillment in the birth of Jesus... What are the odds?By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

According to Old Testament prophecy, the promised Messiah would first come to earth as a "Suffering Servant" before coming again as a "Conquering King." In this episode, Pastor Mark takes us on an epic, full-circle journey beginning with Adam and Eve's banishment from the Garden to mankind's return someday to the Tree of Life, made possible via the…

In this episode, Pastor Lawrence considers the Old Testament patriarch, Judah, to uncover in him certain characteristics and attributes later seen in his descendant, Jesus Christ. Discover how specific prophecies in the books of Genesis and Micah were fulfilled in the one and only Messiah.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

Pastor Harry kicks off this new series during the Christmas season by taking a look at Micah 5:2. What are the statistical odds that hundreds of years in advance of His birth, so many details (including his birthplace) were accurately predicted by multiple prophets, recorded in writing, and ultimately fulfilled in only one person, the Messiah, Jesu…

In this final episode of the series, Pastor Mark, walks through I Corinthians 15 where the Apostle Paul explains that resurrection is certain based on the fact that Christ was raised from the dead as witnessed by many. Since Christ was raised from the dead, we who believe in Him (Romans 10:9) will one day follow.…

What is the expectation and process of becoming more like Christ once a person has embraced Jesus as Savior and Lord? In this message, pastor Harry explains how prayer, patience, and persistence together with the Holy Spirit, right expectations, and a good understanding of God's grace is what can helps us make progress over time.…

Join Pastor Mark for a historical look at the development of human understanding re. the why, how, and what of being made right with God... from Adam and Eve to Cain & Abel, via the children of Israel, Catholicism, Martin Luther and more. Learn as well the importance and practice of letting Scripture interpret Scripture to avoid interpretive error.…

Human beings are not born neutral but with an inherent propensity to do the wrong thing. In this episode, Pastor Lawrence kicks off our new series, The Way, explaining the theological concept of human depravity from which only Jesus can help us overcome.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

In this episode, Pastor Mark explains the theological and practical implications of the Gospel as revealed in letters of the New Testament. Particularly if you struggle from day to day with sin, shame, and regret or are otherwise discouraged from believing one thing but doing another, etc., listen now to this message of inspiration, hope and encour…

All of Scripture points readers to the who and why of Jesus. In this episode, Pastor Lauren shows how thousands of years of history, hope, and prophecy culminate in the life, death, burial and resurrection of Christ as documented by the biographers Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

In this episode, Pastor Harry discusses Poems and Parables throughout the Bible. Listen to consider these powerful literary devices and discover Jesus in the Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13).By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

In this episode, Pastor Lawrence examines the Bible's Old Testament prophetic books and more specifically at the book of Zechariah. Zechariah, whose name means “God Remembers” gives the post-exile people of Judah a reflective hope as well as pointing them to the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ, our King.…

Wisdom Literature provides us with moral, philosophical, and practical guidance that can be counted on as generally or typically true in most situations under normal circumstances. In this episode, Pastor Mark surveys this biblical genre to provide a framework for interpretation and examines Psalm 22 prophesying the crucifixion of Christ hundreds o…

How should we interpret Jewish Law as expressed in the first five books of the Bible? More than that, how is Christ revealed in the Law and for what purpose was it written? In this episode, Pastor Harry walks us through historical context and provides critical analysis to help answer these important questions.…

In this episode, Pastor Lawrence examines the Bible's historical literature and more specifically the book of Joshua to explain how it points ahead to a coming Savior. From the very name of the book to other metaphoric markers contained within it, learn and follow the Scarlet Thread of Redemption.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

In this kick-off to the Threaded series, Pastor Mark explains the why and how of exegesis and guiding principles for proper interpretation of the Bible using the Historical-Grammatical hermeneutic. Learn about the "Red Thread of Redemption" running cover to cover, seven literary genres contained in the Bible, and recognize Jesus at the center of it…

In this episode, Pastor Mark concludes the Challenging Assumption series by addressing Jesus' claim that "...no one comes to the Father except through me." (John 14:6). But what about those who have never heard of Him... Those born before Jesus was... Those that sincerely practice another faith? All this and more in this informative session.…

In a world saying, “You do you” or “Do what you feel is best," the Bible has long and proven history of providing clarity and certainty for those in search of security and significance. In this episode, Pastor Lawrence addresses why we should stop guessing and find wisdom for living in its pages.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

In this episode, Pastor Mark breaks down seven erroneous assumptions people often cite to denounce the Bible's authenticity and credibility. Understanding from where these challenges arise and how to overcome them is an essential component of a confident faith.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

In this episode, pastor Harry considers a typical definition of hypocrisy and compares it to the way Jesus defines hypocrisy. Jesus' interaction with the hypocrites of His time illustrates a deeper understanding of the word more related to the unseen intentions of our hearts.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

In this kick-off to a new season (Challenging Assumptions), Pastor Lawrence addresses the age old question, "Why would a good God allow bad things to happen?" Discover in this episode that the answer does not so much lie in the consideration of what God does but more so in who He is... His eternal perspective, desire, character, patience, and plans…

In this final episode of the season, Mosaic's NextGen pastor, Andriel Diaz, shares a bit of his compelling story and reminds us that in spite of our own potentially dark, harmful and/or a traumatic past, God delights to bring fruit from once damaged roots. This message is simultaneously translated from English to Spanish.…

In this episode, Pastor Mark explains the unique nature of Mosaic and from where it has grown… A tree planted in soil and context more aligned with the 1st Century church at Antioch than with churches established in the 20th century from which so many today still take their cues. Learn why, had it not been for the Apostle Paul, salvation, the local…

As every farmer know, you reap what you sow. Therefore, what you sow into your heart's soil determines the fruit that will be produced over time, whether for good or bad in our lives. In this episode, Pastor Lawrence explains why we should and how we can sow good seed with ourselves, others, and ultimately God in mind.…

In this episode, Pastor Harry unpacks John 1 to discover what Christ did that allows us to belong to the family of God. Listen to consider God's definition of family and how our own past experiences can often limit our ability or willingness to love diverse others.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

In this first episode of a new season, Pastor Harry shares some of the specific responsibilities, both individual and collective, that are required to build/be part of a church for all people and not just some. Learn how personal preferences can clash with others from varying backgrounds and what you can do to improve cross-cultural competence.…

Why does Paul exhort believers to be "patient, use self-restraint, and endure hardships" in the last days? How and what can we do to represent Jesus well so that others will be drawn closer to and not driven from Him because of our interaction with them? Join Pastor Mark for this concluding episode of Season 3 and the Go With Me series.…

Are we living in the "last days" and if so, how in difficult times should we then live? In this episode, Pastor Mark explains how followers of Jesus can keep it together in a world falling apart.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

In this episode, Pastor Lawrence shares several valuable lessons Timothy learned from his relationship with Paul. Soldiers, athletes, farmers, and workers all share hardships... Yet only those who endure and persevere through them can expect to receive a reward.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

In this episode, Pastor Harry directs insight from 2 Timothy 1 toward 2023 graduates, encouraging all of us to do do hard things in order to experience the power of Christ and discover His unique purposes for our lives.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

God's great love leads to His adoption as sons and daughters of all who believe in Him. In this episode, Pastor Lawrence explains what it means to be a joint heir with Jesus, and encourages listeners to consider following God's example by fostering and/or adopting children today in need of forever families and homes.…

In this episode, Pastor Harry considers the Apostle Paul’s admonitions in Romans 14 to discover practical principles to help us better engage diverse others at tables of love, listening, and inclusion.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión

Join the conversation as Pastor Lauren discusses the joys and challenges of modern motherhood with fellow Mosaic moms, Jessica Bielamowicz, Brooke Montgomery, and Treopia Bryant.By Mark DeYmaz, Harry Li, Lawrence Hicks, Lauren Carrión