Restoration Community Church

Since No One Can Keep the Law What is its Purpose?

We continue with question 15 of the New City Catechism which seeks to answer the question, if no one can keep the law, why do we have it? Pastor Chris explains how the law tells us about God, tells us about ourselves, namely our need for a Savior, and instructs us how to live the abundant life God desires for us.

Fond Farewell

As Paul prepares to depart the Ephesian elders, he gives them some closing thoughts. As this man planted the church, he wanted to invest in them once more, giving a message in the Lord for them to hold onto. Pastor Jon Shaffer prepares to transition in ministry and uses this text to share a farewell address to us at CityReach Church Swissvale.

Passage: Acts 20:17-32

Did God Create Us Unable to Keep His Law?

Pastor Chris returns to the New City Catechism to investigate the question, "Did God Create Us Unable to Keep His Law?" In this message he looks at the doctrine of "original sin" and helps us understand the ramifications of the fall even to today.

The Resume of Rubbish

Guest preacher, Andy Moore, brings the word this morning. A resume is a listing of all of the qualities that showcase our credibility. Paul shares his excellent resume and then compares it to the overwhelming splendor of knowing Jesus Christ.

Passage: Philippians 3:1-11

Andy is a campus minister with the CCO in partnership with Bellefield Presbyterian Church. Andy ministers to undergraduate students at the University of Pittsburgh.

To the Throne - Leaving a Legacy

We wrap up our sermon series on King David with the conclusion of his reign. As he is advanced in years he hands over the kingdom to his son, Solomon. How did David prepare his son to lead? What message is contained in the text for how we can leave our own legacy through our biological or spiritual children?

Passage: 1 Kings 1-2

To the Throne - Mercy in Unexpected Places

Few decisions in King David's reign had quite the negative consequences as the census he took near the end of his reign. Pastor Chris looks at this story, helping us understand why this was morally wrong, and where we can see the mercy of God in the midst of his wrath.

Passage: 2 Samuel 24

To the Throne - A Seat at the Table

Pastor Jon Shaffer continues our sermon series through the life and reign of David. In this installment he investigates the time when David wanted to show kindness to the family of his political rival, Saul. He invites Saul's grandson, Mephiboseth, to eat at his kingly table.

Passage: 2 Samuel 9

To the Throne - The Priority of Praise and Preeminence of Praise

Pastor Jon Shaffer preaches through a passionate sermon looking at the place of worship and praise in our lives. He walks us through the journey David undertook to return the ark of the covenant to the Lord's city of Jerusalem.

Passage: 2 Samuel 6

To the Throne - Strengthen Yourself in the Lord

Pastor Jon Shaffer looks at another trial in the life of David. When the Amalekites had pillaged and burned the territory of David and his crew. David, instead of succumbing to despair, strengthened himself in the Lord, and pursued the Amalekites to get back what was his and his men's.

Passage: 1 Samuel 30

To the Throne - Divine Prevention

Pastor Chris continues our sermon series on David's ascension to the throne. This week he focuses on a time when David struggled to restrain himself from finding his own vindication. If it weren't for the heroism of Abigail, David would likely have gone down the same dark path as his predecessor, Saul.

Passage: 1 Samuel 25