Rob Lopez, Christian Alonzo & Gabriel sit down and discuss everything from Neural plasticity to pornographic addiction while playing on a Church worship team. Rob & Christian will share more of their personal struggles from childhood trauma to coping mechanisms as adults in upcoming episodes. Our prayer is that these episodes will bring to light some questions to ask and conversations to have with your friends and family. The Church is not a place to hide our sinful nature, it's a place to bring...
Jun 15, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 75
• Moses encounters a bush that is burning but the fire does not consume it - God speaks to man • Elijah has wind, earthquake and then fire - God speaks to man Jesus is crucified, appears to the disciples teaches them many truths and then instructs them to wait for the gift. • The upper room, the tongues of fire - God speaks through man. Acts 2:1-2 When the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place. 2 And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and ...
May 26, 2021•8 min•Ep. 74
In this episode of the Carry Us Through Podcast I sit down with my friend Christian ( @Alonzo_Woodworks ) an artist, carpenter and the Hipster King of Silver Lake (j/k) and talk about some of the challenges of being single. We go further and talk about the combined challenges of being single after a divorce. Christian shares some of his past and hopes for the future. As well as how we can encourage and be helpful to singles and those coming out of a divorce. We will definitely be doing some more...
May 04, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 73
#MissionMinded How can you be Mission-Minded without being an overseas Missionary? Pastor Marcel Muniz shares how to be Mission Minded; • right where you're at • with what you have • being who you are Acts 26:28-29 John 4:29 John 17:18 . “He who began a good work in you, will carry it through…” Philippians 1:6 Web | NWLAChurch.com Instagram | @NWLAChurch Instagram | @CarryUsThroughPod Facebook | @NewWaveChurch Twitter | @urbanchurch Host: Instagram | @GabrielMenchaca_ GabrielMenchaca.com Gabriel...
Apr 27, 2021•17 min•Ep. 72
Pastor Ralph Gonzales is stepping into a new season of being a full time overseas missionary. The #ChurchPlant will be in #Barcelona #Spain - you can support this new Church Planting effort buy purchasing his book : "Will you go? -the World is waiting" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B088JM8YBF?pf_rd_r=FZN7GXSV4W6STE4YDNV2&pf_rd_p=5ae2c7f8-e0c6-4f35-9071-dc3240e894a8&pd_rd_r=3710505b-186b-482f-a716-936b5654a10c&pd_rd_w=rzySN&pd_rd_wg=UNoyc&ref_=pd_gw_unk ... or you can give directly here: http...
Apr 19, 2021•19 min•Ep. 71
Podcast notes & links: Wordpress was 100% remote in 2013. AmenAlex Amenchurchlive Digital sermons: Picture and/or Graphic design + text = message Small recorded sermon Focus on people you are already connected to on social media. What is relevant to your community? What is relevant to their community? Reach out and ask them. Facebook Messenger currently holds the highest open rate. Message people you know on Facebook messenger. It is very likely they’ll open it and read it. You can do this any t...
Apr 13, 2021•24 min•Ep. 70
Mission Minded - "Intentional Participation" Gabriel Menchaca April, 11th, 2021 Being Mission Minded means to live intentionally to fulfill the mission given to us. God sent His Son to us - John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. Jesus gave us the Great Commission - Matthew 28:18-19 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go ...
Apr 12, 2021•18 min•Ep. 69
Part 2 of 2 with David Tafoya - Singer / Songwriter based out of Anaheim, California. Single: "You are Close" connect with David: @DavidTafoya https://www.thisisdavidtafoya.com “He who began a good work in you, will carry it through…” Philippians 1:6 Web | NWLAChurch.com Instagram | @NWLAChurch Facebook | @NewWaveChurch Twitter | @urbanchurch Host: Instagram | @GabrielMenchaca_ GabrielMenchaca.com Gabriel & Vanessa Menchaca are Christ-centered, community driven church planters focused on facilit...
Mar 16, 2021•31 min•Ep. 68
David Tafoya got his first melody for a song while working for his Dad watering plants at a plant nursery. He failed Spanish class and loves music and draws inspiration from walking the streets in downtown Los Angeles. David recently released his first single "You are close" in this episode we talk about depression and inspiration, how the church can be helpful for artists and how we can encourage those dealing with mental health issues to get help. Stream his latest single at: https://www.thisi...
Mar 16, 2021•32 min•Ep. 67
"Stay the course" is a phrase used in the context of a war or battle meaning to pursue a goal regardless of any obstacles or criticism Matthew 28:18-20 18 And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 19 Go therefore[c] and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to t...
Mar 09, 2021•14 min•Ep. 66
The harrowing experience of my Grandfather's slip on black and ice and the subsequent shattering of his hip and the pain and chaotic experience. "When a poor old lady from the village slips on ice, they start planning her funeral..." The local hospital and medical team weren't prepared to help them. They share the time getting treatment From a little village in Russia to finally reaching help in Helsinki. There are so many little miracles in this account. This is the 3rd part of the conversation...
Mar 04, 2021•34 min•Ep. 65
"The Russian mob had men all around us..." In this part, we go into my Grandparent's time as missionaries in Otradnoye, Russia (Otradnoye, Отрадное, Leningrad Oblast, Russia). From moving with 16 suitcases and traveling on a train as Americans, to sharing the Gospel and why they chose to not pass out flyers and street preach. Their experience working with locals and how the locals responded to them living in the village with them. “He who began a good work in you, will carry it through…” Philipp...
Mar 03, 2021•26 min•Ep. 64
1 John 4:7 Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. Make no excuses for yourself when you choose to hate or be angry over love. Let love triumph. Love is not permission for people to hurt you again. It is permission to let God be in control. Love is the greatest weapon you have. “Your heart is a weapon the same size as your fist, keep fighting, keep loving.” “He who began a good work in you, will carry it through…” Phi...
Mar 02, 2021•9 min•Ep. 63
A while back, just after dinner I sat down and talked with my grandparents Daniel & Linda Mancha about their time in ministry. How being asked to leave one church because of being spirit filled Christians brought them into a local Church that was going to be a vehicle for change for a local community in Los Angeles. In this episode we talk mainly about how walking into a Church and being the only Hispanic family didn't matter because they knew the Lord had lead them there and then we talk about ...
Mar 02, 2021•34 min•Ep. 62
Sat down with my cousin @alskieuno who grew up in a Christian home but found himself far from the Lord at one point in his life. We talk about how the Holy Spirit never stopped speaking to him even when he wasn’t involved in Church. We also share some of our family history and issues with alcoholism. Albert and our other cousin Raymond also have @extendedfamilyapparel ; a lifestyle brand that reaches out those struggling with #ptsd . You can listen to their podcast on all streaming platforms and...
Feb 23, 2021•37 min•Ep. 61
Desire - is not love. Love is more than meets the eye. Love has a depth. Desire has an impulse. 1 John 2:15-17 15 Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them. 16 For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world. 17 The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever. “He who began a good work in you, will carr...
Feb 23, 2021•10 min•Ep. 60
February 14th, 2021 John 3:16-17 says : 16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. 17 For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. Love is defined by God. “He who began a good work in you, will carry it through…” Philippians 1:6 Instagram | @carryusthroughpod Facebook | @carryusthrough Twitter | @carryusthrough Host: Instagram | @GabrielMenchaca_ Gabr...
Feb 14, 2021•10 min•Ep. 59
Vanessa and I sit down and go through some exercises that allow us to address our expectations. If you're married or single - expectations that are not communicated can lead to distorted perceptions of most relationships. “He who began a good work in you, will carry it through…” Philippians 1:6 Instagram | @carryusthroughpod Facebook | @carryusthrough Twitter | @carryusthrough Host: Instagram | @GabrielMenchaca_ GabrielMenchaca.com Gabriel & Vanessa Menchaca are Christ-centered, community driven...
Feb 09, 2021•44 min•Ep. 58
Dating in the Church - Q&A Part 2 of 2 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ @vanessamm1 and I, @gabrielmenchaca_ sat down and did our best to answer questions from Instagram on #dating in the #Church from a practical and real life perspective. We don’t have all the answers and you might not agree - but we hope to spark some healthy conversations. Don’t join cults, don’t ignore your humanity and desires; account for them and keep them in them in check. Love Jesus and let holiness and purity come from keeping your mind an...
Feb 02, 2021•46 min•Ep. 57
Dating in the Church - Q&A Part 1 of 2 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ @vanessamm1 and I, @gabrielmenchaca_ sat down and did our best to answer questions from Instagram on #dating in the #Church from a practical and real life perspective. We don’t have all the answers and you might not agree - but we hope to spark some healthy conversations. Don’t join cults, don’t ignore your humanity and desires; account for them and keep them in them in check. Love Jesus and let holiness and purity come from keeping your mind an...
Feb 02, 2021•46 min•Ep. 56
Matthew 13:44-46 “The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and covered up. Then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field. “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls, who, on finding one pearl of great value, went and sold all that he had and bought it.” . When you find the truth - you have to put your life into first gear. Movement has to happen. You can’t just roll and hope for the best. No matter how much...
Feb 01, 2021•11 min•Ep. 55
we get back and get settled in to the new pace of life and then the pandemic hits. We share our experience and some thoughts for those considering stepping into a full time international ministry. Philippians 1:6 I'm convinced that God, who began this good work in you, will carry it through to completion on the day of Christ Jesus (God’s word translation) GabrielMenchaca.com Gabriel & Vanessa Menchaca are Christ-centered, community driven church planters focused on facilitating healthy families ...
Jan 26, 2021•30 min•Ep. 54
In part 1 of this episode we go over “re-entry” into our lives now back in the states. Awesome and challenging areas, thanks for listening! Philippians 1:6 I'm convinced that God, who began this good work in you, will carry it through to completion on the day of Christ Jesus (God’s word translation) GabrielMenchaca.com Gabriel & Vanessa Menchaca are Christ-centered, community driven church planters focused on facilitating healthy families and healthy Churches. Through discipleship, edification, ...
Jan 26, 2021•32 min•Ep. 53
"Obedience brings about blessing; but obedience has to come first." 1 Kings 17:8-16 8 Then the word of the Lord came to him, 9 “Arise, go to Zarephath, which belongs to Sidon, and dwell there. Behold, I have commanded a widow there to feed you.” 10 So he arose and went to Zarephath. And when he came to the gate of the city, behold, a widow was there gathering sticks. And he called to her and said, “Bring me a little water in a vessel, that I may drink.” 11 And as she was going to bring it, he ca...
Jan 20, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 52
In part 2 of this 2 part podcast we talk about setting boundaries and not using our marital issues as content for sermons or ministry. We also talk about having a pressure to produce - how it can bring about unhealthy mindsets. How relationships can be defined by a role in both a positive and negative way, great friends were made through our time in missions - but disappointment was also very real from relationships that were only centered on our role in ministry. We also talk about the importan...
Jan 19, 2021•33 min•Ep. 51
In part 1 of this 2 part podcast we talk about making sure we had the right foundation in our marriage. Making sure communication remained a priority, not letting ministry define us as a couple and making sure it wasn't intertwined with our marriage. What happens if your ministry ends and you don't know how to be a couple away from serving in that capacity? GabrielMenchaca.com . Instagram : @gabrielmenchaca_ @vanessamm1 Church plant in Los Angeles information: NWLAChurch.com @nwlachurch . Church...
Jan 19, 2021•34 min•Ep. 50
How important is it to teach kids to embrace the culture of that environment ? What type of medicine did you use? What about schooling? What caused stress? . Vanessa and I go over some of the things we learned about the schooling system in Germany and our time as a small family of 3 in Estonia. . Connect with us: GabrielMenchaca.com NWLAChurch.com . Instagram : @gabrielmenchaca_ @vanessamm1 @nwlachurch . Church online with small group meetups. | A new Church plant growing in the city of Los Ange...
Jan 12, 2021•51 min•Ep. 49
Proverbs 10:9 Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but he who makes his ways crooked will be found out. . Be right inside, so you can be right in front. . God is at work in you. Integrity is holding on to what the Holy Spirit has convicted you of. Character is applying that conviction. . Philippians 2:12-13 12 Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is Go...
Jan 12, 2021•18 min•Ep. 48
Matthew 6:33 33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. . Seeking the Kingdom first - begins and ends with your intake of Scripture and your time in prayer. . @nwlachurch nwlachurch.com #church #sermon #churchonline #onlinechurch #nwlachurch #nwla #newwavela #losangeles #christian #christianity
Jan 12, 2021•14 min•Ep. 47
Vanessa and I go over a few different areas in this podcast. Specifically in the area of "Family and Missions" What our experience was and what it taught us, and how it can hopefully help anyone considering making a move into full time International Ministry. • Adapting as a whole family • Including foreign traditions and holidays into your family • Budgeting • Dealing with Loss, family members passing away • Choosing visitors, even if you're desperate for people to come and visit We spent 10 ye...
Jan 05, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 46
