Morning Manna Podcast

S2, E24: Why Comparison Is Stealing Your Peace

S2, E24: In this episode we talk about why comparison is stealing our peace, how the voices we listen to shape the way we see the world, and why staying close to Jesus changes our perspective. Psalm 73 reminds us that even faithful people wrestle with frustration, disappointment, and moments where life just feels unfair. Asaph’s circumstances didn’t change, but everything shifted when he got back into the presence of God. Join us as we talk about what it looks like to stop looking sideways, audit our inputs, and stay close to Jesus. FEATURING: Dr. Carlo Serrano, Anna Wiggins, and Pastor Jeff Christensen. Hosted by Pastor Nick Ertel.

S2, E23: What Does It Mean To Be Blessed?

S2, E23: In this episode we begin our journey this summer through the Psalms by looking at Psalm 20 and what it means to truly be blessed by God. We discuss why the Psalms still matter today, the difference between blessing and positive thinking, and how to trust in the Name of the Lord instead of the “chariots and horses” of our own lives. FEATURING: Lead Pastor Chris Fletcher, Dr. Carlo Serrano, and Pastor Andrew Sutton. Hosted by Pastor Nick Ertel.

S2, E21: Our Strategy to Multiply Across the Military Highway

S2, E21: In this episode, we discuss why multiplication is not just a church growth strategy - it’s a biblical pattern woven throughout Scripture. We unpack the vision behind the Multiply Movement, the Military Highway, and how ordinary believers can help multiply disciples, leaders, and churches for the kingdom of God. FEATURING: Pastor Chris Fletcher (Manna Church Fayetteville/Ft. Bragg), Pastor Riley Halliday (Manna Church VA), and Pastor Joshua Ray (Manna Church Capitol Area). Hosted by Pastor Nick Ertel. Welcome to the Morning Manna Podcast. You’re invited to the table for real conversations about faith, culture, and the everyday pursuit of loving God, loving each other, and loving the world around us.

S2, E20: Purpose in Difficult Seasons

S2, E20: In this episode, we discuss Philippians 1 and wrestle with one difficult question: What if the thing you’ve been calling a problem is actually part of God’s purpose? Paul writes about joy, confidence, and the advancement of the gospel while sitting in prison awaiting trial and possible execution. Together, we explore suffering, perspective, purpose, ego, comparison, and what it really means for something to be “working” in the Kingdom of God. FEATURING: Lead Pastor Chris Fletcher, Dr. Carlo Serrano, and Anna Wiggins. Hosted by Pastor Nick Ertel. Welcome to the Morning Manna Podcast. You’re invited to the table for real conversations about faith, culture, and the everyday pursuit of loving God, loving each other, and loving the world around us.

S2, E19: When Life Feels Unfair (The Blessing of Leah)

S2, E19: In this episode, we explore The Blessing of Leah and what it looks like to trust God when life doesn’t meet your expectations. From comparison and disappointment to redefining what “blessing” really means, this conversation gets honest about how to find joy and purpose—even in seasons that feel overlooked or unfair.