Restoration is a network of house churches.
We make disciples, gather together, and
equip people to minister.
In this passage, Jesus is anointed with a costly and precious ointment, showing the devotion of the woman, and Judas is revealed to be a betrayer who sold out Jesus for a relatively small sum. Adam Cawrse walks us through he passage and its significance for following Christ.
Having commissioned the disciples in Matthew 10, telling them to stay with people while they are traveling to preach, eating and drinking what is provided, Jesus now turns the focus on the response to the Gospel. Those who receive Christ receive His disciples. Matthew 25:31ff seems to relate to that passage. How we treat Christ’s followers reveals whether or not we are His fillowers (sheep). What we do to the brothers reflects whether or not we belong to Christ. Dan Rogatto takes us through the passage.
Jesus continues the Olivet Discourse with parables about vigilance and diligence. The principles have the destruction of the temple in view, but they apply to us today as we labor in the Kingdom work. Pastor Daniel takes us through the passages and urges us to use our time, gifting, talents, material resources, and anything else God gives us to advance His Kingdom.
Every Christian should have a fundamental understanding of what the Bible is and how to study it. This sermon covers 1 Timothy 3:12-17 to understand what the Bible is (God’s very Word) and what the implications of that are for the believer. In addition to a faithful study of the passage at hand, this sermon provides a step-by-step guide to Bible study, including an overview of how to use various tools like word studies, commentaries, cross references, and more. Whether you are a seasoned Christian or a new believer, this sermon should be of value to you.
Jesus predicted the temple and said it would happen in “this generation” (First Century). It did! Adam Cawrse takes us through the passage from a partial preterist position, highlighting the fact that Jesus’s words were fulfilled. This message focuses on Scripture while highlighting historical documentation of this prophecy’s fulfillment.
Jesus has proven Himself to be the perfect Man, bearing the title Son of Man, the perfect Messiah, bearing the title Son of David, and the perfect Prophet, Priest, and King. The Pharisees, Sadducees, and Scribes have challenged Jesus to their own detriment. The overarching message of Jesus’ sermons is that no mere human is righteous enough to enter the Kingdom. Only Jesus has perfectly obeyed the law. It is only by His atoning death and resurrection that we may by faith receive the gift of His righteousness. In Matthew 23, Jesus proclaims woes on the Pharisees for following the signs (phylacteries, fringes, tithing, etc.) while neglecting genuine righteousness and faith. Notably, he said that the scribes and pharisees have not entered the kingdom and are “children of hell.” As we see, the way of the Pharisees is not merely an old model of faith; they are following a false religion and are facing judgment for killing the prophets of God.
Pastor Dan takes us through Matthew 23, explaining that faith in Christ is essential for salvation and the false religion of the Pharisees is going to be judged. Jesus provides further details about their judgment in relation to the destruction of the temple in the next Chapter (24).
Despite what many claim, we don’t “lose down here.” Christ is King, and we are commanded to make disciples of all the nations (Matthew 28:18-20). His kingdom shall never cease, and it has been on the rise since the First Century. It is a ploy of our enemy to get us to think that we have no hope of victory in this season. God’s Kingdom triumphs by HIs power through the gospel. In this sermon, Pastor Daniel provides a biblical strategy for advancing the Kingdom of God from generation to generation.
This sermon, delivered by one of our elders, Adam Cawrse, focuses on Jesus’ discourse in Matthew 18 which emphasizes the importance of humbling ourselves like children to be great in the Kingdom.
Matthew 17 provides an account of Christ Jesus revealing His divine glory. John and Peter both reference the event in their own writings. This profound event gives us a deeper understanding of Christ’s deity and reminds us that He has been God for all eternity and will be God for all eternity.
It is a good thing to recognize our sin and thus our need for a Savior, but it is an unwise thing to ignore the joy that comes with being in Christ (see 1 John). Philippians 4:1-9, along with Ecclesiastes 9:7-10 and several other passages, gives us insight into the command to rejoice and feast as we delight in God’s good gifts!
This week we will be studying Matthew 16 where Jesus affirms Peter's affirmation of His deity and talks about the Rock the Church is built upon. This passage has been hotly debated between Roman Catholics and Protestants (and Eastern Orthodox) until recently. Historically, Roman Catholics have seen the "rock" in Matthew 16 as being a reference to Peter as the first pope. Orthodox and Protestants see Christ as the Head of the Church and thus view Peter differently. With this in mind, you may have heard that the new Pope (Leo XIV) has recently made statements that Jesus (not Peter) is the Rock upon which the Church is built. In the process, he rejected papal infallibility. This Sunday, we will endeavor to exegete the passage well while addressing Church history on the issue.
Matthew 15 shows us that Christ Makes Us Clean, Not Tradition. Pastor Daniel Samms walks us through how the traditions of the Pharisees became an encumbrance as they acted without faith. Only Christ can make us clean by faith.
We are in a culture war that is merely a manifestation of a spiritual battle. Many Christians have found themselves ill-equipped for this fight. How does one reason with a man who pretends to be a woman? How does one win an argument with those who deny that which is universally demonstrated in nature? We have forgotten that our greatest weapon is God’s Word. Living and active, it cuts to the deepest parts of a person, revealing their thoughts and intentions. This sermon is an exposition on how to use God’s Word as a weapon.
The resurrection of Jesus Christ is a historical fact. He rose from the dead, proving His deity, fulfilling prophecy, and showing that He is the King of kings. He holds the keys to death and Hades and has the authority to judge the nations. The implications of the resurrection are eternal but they have direct implications for the nations of the earth now. Moreover, HIs atoning death makes payment for all the sins of the believing, and His resurrection shows our future hope! Join us for this study of Matthew 28!
Pastor Daniel addresses the theological implications of John the Baptist's beheading as well as Jesus' feeding of the 5,000 and walking on water as we see the ongoing theme of Christ's Kingship demonstrated in His power and authority.
Jesus' triumphal entry signifies that He is King. Matthew 21 not only gives the account of His peaceful entry into Jerusalem on a donkey but also shows His authority over the Temple and foreshadows his future visit on a horse to execute judgment on apostate Israel.
The theme of the Gospel of Matthew is that Jesus is King. Through His signs and teachings, He proves Himself to be the Messiah, the Son of David, the Son of Man, the Lord of the Sabbath, and God. Matthew 12 continues that theme with a focus on Jesus’ role as Lord of the Sabbath. As the Pharisees reject Jesus in spite of the fact that the Holy Spirit is upon Him, Jesus warns them of the unpardonable sin of blasphemy of the Holy Spirit and tells them that the sign they will receive is the “Sign of Jonah.” Pastor Dan walks us through Matthew 12 in this sermon preparing us for Resurrection Sunday.
The theme of the Gospel of Matthew is that Jesus is King. Through His signs and teachings, He proves Himself to be the Messiah, the Son of David, the Son of Man, the Lord of the Sabbath, and God. Jesus proves His authority in Matthew 9 through healing, teaching, and restoring a girl to life.
Hosea is categorized as a “Minor Prophet,” which is another word for “The Book of the Twelve.” Hosea is only minor in the sense of its length. It is no less important than any other book of Scripture. The theme of the book is Israel’s unfaithfulness and God’s faithfulness. The theme is seen in God’s appeal to Israel in Hosea 6:6 when He says that He desires “mercy and not sacrifice,” meaning “steadfast love and not mere ceremony.” Chapters 13-14 close the prophecy and remind us that God always has a redemptive plan at work.
The relationship between the Church and Israel is important in Scripture. Sadly, many are confused between covenantal and dispensational interpretations. Genesis 3:7-29, along with a few other key passages, offers clarity. Join us as Pastor Daniel provides some clarity on the issue from Scripture.
