Restoration Community Church

Jesus, the Great Physician

Pastor Chris Ansell looks at the story of Jesus calling of Levi the tax collector, and the party that ensued afterwards. While the religious leaders criticized Jesus for hanging out with "sinners," he informs them that he has come for the sick of spirit, not the righteous. But who is truly righteous after all?

Why Walk on Water?

Pastor Jon Shaffer looks at the account of Peter walking on the water in the gospel of Matthew. He gives us insight into what it looks like us to also consider the impossible. Tune in for some encouragement!

Finding Fulfillment in Jesus Christ

Pastor Jon Shaffer shares out of Luke 19 examining what it looks like to find our ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ. In a world where things compete for our attention, time, and abilities, how do we hone in on Jesus?

When Things Don't Add Up

Have you ever questioned where God is in the midst of difficulty? You want to follow him, but his presence and blessing seems distant. Pastor Jon looks at the opening verses of the Old Testament prophet Haggai to help us grapple with this tension in our lives.

Too Busy Not To Rest

Sabbath keeping is essential for our spiritual lives. Pastor Chris Ansell shares how the rhythm of Sabbath breaks us out of the mistaken belief that we are supposed to provide for ourselves, and instead forces us to rely on the provision of God. He also shares some very practical examples of what Sabbath keeping might look like in everyday life.

NCC - Can anyone keep the law of God perfectly?

Pastor Chris Ansell concludes our series through part of the New City Catechism by addressing the question, "Can anyone keep the law of God perfectly?" Over the last few weeks the answer has clearly been "no," but in this sermon Pastor Chris addresses the bad news which leads to the good news of Jesus Christ. He also provides hope as to why we should persevere in our obedience to the law.

NCC - What does God require in the ninth and tenth commandments?

Pastor Jon wraps up the Ten Commandments with a look at what it means to be honest with our life and speech and how to live a life that is content with what God has provided for us.

NCC - What does God require in the sixth, seventh, and eighth commandments?

Pastor Chris Ansell looks at some of the most well-known commandments to not murder, commit adultery, and steal. As we look at what it means to observe and obey these commandments he highlights Jesus' escalation of our understanding of them through the Sermon on the Mount.

NCC - What does God require in the fourth and fifth commandments?

Pastor Jon continues our exploration of the Ten Commandments, focusing on the commands to honor the Sabbath and to honor our parents. Tune in to hear what he has to say!

NCC - What does God require in the first, second, and third commandments?

Pastor Chris Ansell continues to lead us through the New City Catechism as we investigate the requirements of the first three of the Ten Commandments. These commandments are concerned with the orthodox or right worship of God. How we can worship God alone, and to not do so falsely.