Videos and Podcasts

In this episode of “Anchored & Reaching,” host Kevin Mannoia and guest host Susanna Fleming delve into the complexities of living a holy life, particularly focusing on relationships and decision making. They discuss how being deeply rooted in faith shapes our interactions and choices. The conversation covers the theological basis of holiness, the transformative power of community, and practical wisdom for making God-honoring decisions.

Video series on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUas9Df0pbsBSvoJTRLz_XWSMDtZ346PnMasterful Living Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Masterful-Living-Kevin-Mannoia-dp-1600393055/dp/1600393055/ref=dp_ob_image_bkSusanna’s Class at Aldersgate School of Ministry: aldersgatesom.com

Key TakeawaysHoliness as Participation: Holiness is not an achievement but a journey of surrendering to God’s influence and reflecting His nature.Importance of Relationships: Healthy relationships in the church community foster spiritual growth and reflect God’s mutuality, as seen in the Trinity.The Principle of Mutuality: Emphasizing mutual submission and interdependence, both in the Trinity and Christian relationships.Decision Making in Faith: Encouragement to make choices informed by a relationship with God, relying on His wisdom rather than making decisions in isolation.Freedom in Decision Making: Understanding that God allows for free will and personal choices within His sovereign will.Helpful Bible ReferencesEphesians 5:21 – Mutual submissionLeviticus 19:2 – Call to holinessRomans 12:2 – Transformative power of God’s willKeywordsHolinessRelationshipsDecision MakingFaithCommunityMutualityTrinitySpiritual GrowthAbout the Podcast”Anchored & Reaching” is a weekly podcast that invites curious Christians to explore the ongoing story of God and find their place in it. Host Kevin Mannoia engages in conversations that encourage, enlighten, and challenge listeners. The podcast aims to inspire a dynamic Christian life, grounded in biblical truth and driven by a passion for positive change.

Email: [email protected]: https://anchoredandreaching.com

In this episode of “Anchored & Reaching,” hosts Kevin Mannoia and Susanna Fleming delve into the profound impact of holiness on personal character and societal engagement. They unpack the concept that holiness is not about isolation but about being transformed by God’s otherness and engaging actively in the world. The discussion highlights the dangers of becoming exclusive in our pursuit of holiness and emphasizes the importance of incarnational engagement.

Video series on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUas9Df0pbsBSvoJTRLz_XWSMDtZ346PnMasterful Living Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Masterful-Living-Kevin-Mannoia-dp-1600393055/dp/1600393055/ref=dp_ob_image_bk

Key TakeawaysCharacter Transformation: Holiness reshapes our character, making us reflect God’s nature. This transformation is not about trying harder, but about surrendering to God’s influence.Theological Basis: The concept of God’s “otherness” and the transformative power of engagement through the incarnation.Dangers of Isolation: Holiness is not about withdrawing from the world but engaging with it while maintaining our unique identity in Christ.Engagement in Society: True holiness compels us to engage with societal issues, reflecting God’s love and compassion.Continuous Journey: Both character transformation and societal engagement are ongoing processes in a Christian’s life.Helpful Bible ReferencesRomans 12:2 (“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”)John 14:6 (“Jesus answered, ‘I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'”)

KeywordsCharacterEngagementHolinessTransformationIncarnationSocietal ImpactAbout the Podcast”Anchored & Reaching” is a weekly podcast for those seeking to understand their place in God’s story. Hosted by Kevin Mannoia, it features insightful conversations that encourage listeners to live a dynamic Christian life grounded in biblical truth and passionate about societal change.Email: [email protected]: https://anchoredandreaching.com

In the “Anchored & Reaching” podcast’s new series, “Masterful Living,” host Kevin Minoia delves into the concept of living a holy life. This episode serves as an introduction to the series, exploring what holiness truly means and challenging common misconceptions. Kevin emphasizes that holiness is not about adhering to rules, doctrines, or specific lifestyles. Instead, it’s about reflecting the nature of God, who is inherently holy. He uses the metaphor of smelling like what we eat to illustrate how internalizing God’s nature leads us to naturally exhibit His holiness in our actions and life. The series aims to make the concept of holiness more accessible and relatable, moving away from legalistic interpretations and focusing on a relational, descriptive, and centered approach to faith and life.

Video series on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUas9Df0pbsBSvoJTRLz_XWSMDtZ346PnMasterful Living Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Masterful-Living-Kevin-Mannoia-dp-1600393055/dp/1600393055/ref=dp_ob_image_bk

Key TakeawaysRedefining Holiness: Holiness is a reflection of God’s nature, not a set of rules or lifestyle.Internalization Leading to Reflection: Embracing God’s nature results in a life that naturally reflects His holiness.Accessible Understanding: The series aims to demystify holiness, making it more approachable and understandable for everyone.Living Masterfully: True mastery in life comes from reflecting the character and nature of the Creator.

Helpful Bible References1 Peter 1:16: “Be holy, for I am holy.”2 Corinthians 2:15: “For we are to God the pleasing aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing.”

KeywordsHolinessMasterful LivingGod’s NatureReflecting GodSpiritual GrowthAbout the Podcast”Anchored & Reaching” is a thought-provoking weekly podcast for curious Christians who aspire to impact the world while remaining deeply rooted in their faith. Hosted by Kevin Minoia, each episode features engaging conversations, practical insights, and diverse perspectives from Christian leaders. The dual values of being anchored in Christ and actively reaching out to the world are at the heart of the discussions. Join Kevin every week for encouragement to live a dynamic Christian life grounded in biblical truth and fueled by a passion for positive change.

Email: [email protected]: https://anchoredandreaching.com/

Join us in reliving the remarkable service held on November 18th at Foothill Community Church, Azusa, CA, celebrating the inauguration of Rev. E. Kenneth Martin as a member of the Free Methodist Church USA Board of Bishops. This uplifting service encapsulates a journey of faith, leadership, and community.

The event was marked by poignant moments of worship, heartfelt prayers, and inspirational messages. Rev. Colleen Hurley Bates opened the service with a powerful prayer, setting a spiritual tone. Bishop Martin then shared his vision for the denomination, highlighting the themes of change, adaptability, and embracing the future with a godly perspective. The event concluded with Rev. Charles Latchison’s moving prayer, commissioning Bishop Martin and the FMCSC leadership.

This video captures the essence of the Free Methodist Church’s commitment to growth, unity, and being led by the Holy Spirit. Bishop Martin’s message, ‘Leading Change Begins with Me,’ emphasizes personal transformation as the catalyst for broader church and societal change. His call to authenticity and embracing new methods while staying rooted in scripture is both challenging and inspiring.

Whether you’re a member of the Free Methodist Church or simply seeking spiritual encouragement, this video is a testament to the power of faith-led leadership in challenging times.

Free Methodist Church in Southern California
https://fmcsc.org

Kevin Mannoia interviews Dr. Scott Daniels, the newly elected General Superintendent of the Church of the Nazarene, about leading a global denomination through an era of theological and cultural change. They discuss the role of a denominational leader, the Wesleyan theological roots of the Nazarenes, maintaining unity amidst diversity, and key cultural issues like individualism, sexuality, and political polarization that are challenging denominations today. Dr. Daniels emphasizes the Nazarenes’ calling to be a centered set tradition that allows some diversity within boundaries, rather than a bounded set. He talks about pursuing Christ-centered unity across difference and leaning into the Spirit’s global work.

Key TakeawaysUnity in diversity is possible by emphasizing our shared gospel mission while allowing for different cultural expressions and emphases.Denominations can witness to the diversity of God’s work in different groups/movements.Cultural trends like individualism, changing views on sexuality, and political divides are challenging denominational unity.Denominational leaders carry an important burden of shepherding churches through challenging cultural moments.

Bible ReferencesJohn 17 – Jesus’ prayer for unity1 Corinthians 12:4-6 – Many members, one bodyEphesians 4:1-6 – Called to unity in the Spirit

KeywordsDenomination, Nazarene, Wesleyan, unity, diversity, leadership, culture

About Anchored & Reaching”Anchored & Reaching” is a thought-provoking weekly podcast designed for curious Christians who aspire to impact the world while remaining deeply rooted in their faith. Hosted by Kevin Mannoia, each episode features engaging conversations, practical insights, and diverse perspectives from Christian leaders who embody the dual values of being anchored in Christ and actively reaching out to the world. Join Kevin every week as he encourages you to live a dynamic Christian life, grounded in biblical truth and fueled by a passion for positive change.

Email: [email protected]: https://anchoredandreaching.com

In this episode, Kevin Mannoia has a thought-provoking conversation with Brett and Aubrey Masters of The Dream Center about living out the gospel through practical service while still upholding biblical values. They discuss the tension between showing unconditional Godly love while avoiding enabling harmful behaviors, building trust with people before speaking hard truths to them, focusing on building relationships over following strict rules, and pursuing unity with other churches despite theological differences.

The Masters share transparent stories of how they navigate this balance in their community outreach, emphasizing that their role is to reflect Christ to people, not to convict them. They explain the difference between allowing short-term hurt versus long-term harm, and stress the importance of walking in personal holiness so that sin does not scare them as they engage people. Overall, they model how Christians can step into darkness unafraid because they know Christ has won the ultimate victory, and how unity in Christ matters more than uniformity in opinion or practice.

Key TakeawaysOur role is to reflect Christ, not convictThere’s short-term hurt versus long-term harmWalk in holiness, so sin doesn’t scare usStep into darkness unafraid, because Christ has wonSeek unity in Christ, not uniformity in opinionBible ReferencesPhilippians 2:5-8 – Christ’s humility1 Corinthians 13:1-3 – Without love, nothingJohn 3:17 – Jesus came to save, not condemnEphesians 4:1-6 – Called to unity in faithKeywordsUnity, compassion, conviction, transformation, relationships, trust

About Anchored & Reaching”Anchored & Reaching” is a thought-provoking weekly podcast designed for curious Christians who aspire to impact the world while remaining deeply rooted in their faith. Hosted by Kevin Mannoia, each episode features engaging conversations, practical insights, and diverse perspectives from Christian leaders who embody the dual values of being anchored in Christ and actively reaching out to the world. Join Kevin every week as he encourages you to live a dynamic Christian life, grounded in biblical truth and fueled by a passion for positive change.

Email: [email protected]: https://anchoredandreaching.com

In this episode of Anchored & Reaching, host Kevin Mannoia is joined by Brett and Aubrey Masters, leaders of the Dream Center in Lake Elsinore, CA. They discuss how compassionate engagement with the community stems from God’s love and transforms lives. Brett and Aubrey share about the Dream Center’s outreach initiatives, including Adopt-A-Block, a food pantry, youth programs, and plans to revitalize a historic hotel into a discipleship training center. They emphasize meeting felt needs first to build trust and relationships. As people experience tangible expressions of Christ’s love, it opens doors to share the Gospel. Engaging communities takes perseverance, but seeing lives change is powerful. Ultimately it’s about living out the theology of God’s passionate pursuit of humanity.

Key TakeawaysStart by meeting physical, tangible needs – build trust and relationshipLoving action must be integrated, not just empty deedsActivity teaches our hearts and transforms usEngagement happens through hands-on experience and mentoringGod does “on-the-job training” as we step out of comfort zonesChanged people change communities when rooted in God’s loveBible VersesMatthew 9:35-38 – Jesus’ compassion for the crowds as sheep without a shepherd1 John 3:18 – Love with actions and in truth, not just wordsJames 2:14-17 – Faith without works is deadKeywordscommunity, compassion, love, outreach, evangelism, discipleship, social justice, relationships, service

About Anchored & Reaching”Anchored & Reaching” is a thought-provoking weekly podcast designed for curious Christians who aspire to impact the world while remaining deeply rooted in their faith. Hosted by Kevin Mannoia, each episode features engaging conversations, practical insights, and diverse perspectives from Christian leaders who embody the dual values of being anchored in Christ and actively reaching out to the world. Join Kevin every week as he encourages you to live a dynamic Christian life, grounded in biblical truth and fueled by a passion for positive change.

Email: [email protected]: https://anchoredandreaching.com

In this episode, Kevin interviews Brett and Aubrey, co-founders of the Dream Center in Lake Elsinore, CA. They share their journey in launching this outreach ministry to holistically restore their disadvantaged community. They realized the local church was not making enough of an impact, so they started knocking on doors to understand people’s needs. After building trust through consistent presence and perseverance, they now lead an organization partnering with churches, businesses, and residents to meet tangible needs and rejuvenate their city.

Key TakeawaysStart by listening to people’s needs rather than preaching at themBuild trust through consistent presence and perseveranceHave a compelling vision that appeals to people’s desire to give beyond themselvesPartner with local churches, businesses, government, and residents around a shared love for your cityBible ReferencesMatthew 28:19-20 – Going out to make disciplesJames 1:27 – Religion that God accepts as pure is caring for widows and orphans1 John 3:17-18 – Loving others through actions, not just wordsKeywordscommunity transformation, outreach ministry, holistic ministry, relational ministry, missional church

About Anchored & Reaching”Anchored & Reaching” is a thought-provoking weekly podcast designed for curious Christians who aspire to impact the world while remaining deeply rooted in their faith. Hosted by Kevin Mannoia, each episode features engaging conversations, practical insights, and diverse perspectives from Christian leaders who embody the dual values of being anchored in Christ and actively reaching out to the world. Join Kevin every week as he encourages you to live a dynamic Christian life, grounded in biblical truth and fueled by a passion for positive change.

Email: [email protected]: https://anchoredandreaching.com

In this conversation on “Social Justice or Heart Purity,” Kevin and Susanna explore an important tension that can emerge within Christian communities – the dichotomy between personal piety and social action. They explain that these values are not actually in opposition, but work hand-in-hand as part of God’s holiness transforming individuals and society. Serving others shapes our hearts as much as inner transformation compels us to serve. They discuss how cultural values like individualism in the West can lead to an unbalanced focus on private spirituality, as well as the role of spiritual disciplines and motives in community engagement. Throughout, Kevin and Susanna make the case for a holistic vision of faith that integrates both personal and social dimensions of following Jesus.

Key TakeawaysPersonal holiness and social holiness are two sides of the same coin – we need both to fully reflect God’s character.Our faith shouldn’t be reduced to just private piety or activism alone. We need community and action.Serving others can purify our hearts as much as heart transformation leads us to serve. It goes both ways.We engage in “spiritual disciplines” not to prove ourselves, but to be shaped more into Christ’s image.Motives matter – we serve out of identity, not guilt. But God meets us where we are.

Bible VersesMicah 6:8 – God requires us to act justly, love mercy, and walk humblyIsaiah 58 – True “worship” involves caring for the poor and oppressedMatthew 25:31-46 – We serve Jesus himself by serving “the least of these”

KeywordsHoliness, social justice, community transformation, spiritual disciplines, worship

About Anchored & Reaching”Anchored & Reaching” is a thought-provoking weekly podcast designed for curious Christians who aspire to impact the world while remaining deeply rooted in their faith. Hosted by Kevin Mannoia, each episode features engaging conversations, practical insights, and diverse perspectives from Christian leaders who embody the dual values of being anchored in Christ and actively reaching out to the world. Join Kevin every week as he encourages you to live a dynamic Christian life, grounded in biblical truth and fueled by a passion for positive change.

Email: [email protected]: https://anchoredandreaching.com