Navigating Relationships and Decision Making in Faith

December 7, 2023

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

Annual Conference 2024 – Serena Oriero
Annual Conference 2024 – Serena Oriero

Annual Conference is a collaborative one-day gathering for Free Methodist leaders from the Free Methodist Church in Southern California (FMCSC) and the Pacific Coast Japanese Conference (PCJC). This year, we will focus on the theme of “Wholeness: Fostering Community & Creative Engagement” as we nurture a thriving ecosystem for growth, shared leadership, and creative collaboration between our conferences and churches.

Incoming Leaders
The Free Methodist Church is committed to raising up new leaders within the church that seek to build new congregations, grow ministries that impact communities, and train the next generation of leaders serving with them.

Elders
After completing the Ministerial Candidate process and engaging in thorough discernment with mentors and the Ministerial Education & Guidance Board, the Free Methodist Church acknowledges this journey through ordination – a testament to God’s calling for service within the church. We embrace these newly ordained Elders and pray for divine blessings in their ministries.

Conference Ministerial Candidates
The Conference Ministerial Candidate (CMC) process provides an opportunity to discern God’s calling, obtain educational training, and gain practical experience that reveals each candidate’s unique gifts and talents. We welcome these incoming Ministerial Candidates and pray for their progress and development throughout this process.

Annual Conference 2024 – Ta’Tyana Leonard
Annual Conference 2024 – Ta’Tyana Leonard

Annual Conference is a collaborative one-day gathering for Free Methodist leaders from the Free Methodist Church in Southern California (FMCSC) and the Pacific Coast Japanese Conference (PCJC). This year, we will focus on the theme of “Wholeness: Fostering Community & Creative Engagement” as we nurture a thriving ecosystem for growth, shared leadership, and creative collaboration between our conferences and churches.

Incoming Leaders
The Free Methodist Church is committed to raising up new leaders within the church that seek to build new congregations, grow ministries that impact communities, and train the next generation of leaders serving with them.

Elders
After completing the Ministerial Candidate process and engaging in thorough discernment with mentors and the Ministerial Education & Guidance Board, the Free Methodist Church acknowledges this journey through ordination – a testament to God’s calling for service within the church. We embrace these newly ordained Elders and pray for divine blessings in their ministries.

Conference Ministerial Candidates
The Conference Ministerial Candidate (CMC) process provides an opportunity to discern God’s calling, obtain educational training, and gain practical experience that reveals each candidate’s unique gifts and talents. We welcome these incoming Ministerial Candidates and pray for their progress and development throughout this process.

Annual Conference 2024 – Mari Otsuka
Annual Conference 2024 – Mari Otsuka

Annual Conference is a collaborative one-day gathering for Free Methodist leaders from the Free Methodist Church in Southern California (FMCSC) and the Pacific Coast Japanese Conference (PCJC). This year, we will focus on the theme of “Wholeness: Fostering Community & Creative Engagement” as we nurture a thriving ecosystem for growth, shared leadership, and creative collaboration between our conferences and churches.

Incoming Leaders
The Free Methodist Church is committed to raising up new leaders within the church that seek to build new congregations, grow ministries that impact communities, and train the next generation of leaders serving with them.

Elders
After completing the Ministerial Candidate process and engaging in thorough discernment with mentors and the Ministerial Education & Guidance Board, the Free Methodist Church acknowledges this journey through ordination – a testament to God’s calling for service within the church. We embrace these newly ordained Elders and pray for divine blessings in their ministries.

Conference Ministerial Candidates
The Conference Ministerial Candidate (CMC) process provides an opportunity to discern God’s calling, obtain educational training, and gain practical experience that reveals each candidate’s unique gifts and talents. We welcome these incoming Ministerial Candidates and pray for their progress and development throughout this process.