Restoration Church

A Living Alternative: The Poor In Spirit

The world might have their own definition of "the good life." But as we begin looking at the Beatitudes, we see that Jesus calls all the "wrong people" blessed. (Matthew 5:3, Luke 18:9-14)

A Living Alternative: Let's Get Political

It's never been a question of if Christians will be political. The question is... will we be political like Jesus? (Matthew 22:15-22)

Field Guide For Troubled Times: The Family Resemblance

In Paul's letters, he refers to the Church as God's "holy people." But instead of a holiness that repels, we're called to a holiness that draws people in - as we see in the life of Jesus. (1 Peter 2:9-10)

Field Guide For Troubled Times: Gardens And Groceries

This is the season that God is transitioning us from being consumers to producers - joining God's work of cultivating the life of Jesus right where we are. (1 Cor. 3:1-19)

Field Guide For Troubled Times: They'll Remember Our Love

Lots of decisions must be made in the days ahead as we navigate our world moving forward. But as both individuals and as a Church, we will ultimately be remembered in these days by one thing: how we love. (1 John 4:7-12)

Field Guide For Troubled Times: How To Grow Hope

Hope isn't a feeling you catch. Hope is cultivated through the patient endurance through our suffering - which serves as the fertile ground where God brings us new life. (Romans 5:3-5)

Field Guide For Troubled Times: Rest For Our Souls

There is a weariness in this time that goes deeper than being tired. Our souls cry for our rest. Psalm 131 calls us to be restored through stillness in the arms of our God.

Field Guide For Troubled Times: God In The Chaos

We are in uncharted territory. During this global crisis, we're developing resilient faith and practices that help us navigate through the days ahead. This week, we learn about the God who speaks peace into chaos (Luke 8:22-25)

Restoration Stories: Dr. Patton Thompson

Periodically, we love to hear from people in Restoration about how God is bringing restoration in their lives. Dr. Patton Thompson is a pulmonologist at Baptist health in Lexington, KY, and is on the front line of the battle against COVID-19. Here's his story - along with how his faith is guiding him in uncertain times.

Darkness + Dawn | Easter

There may be tears in the midst of death, but Jesus is walking the road towards resurrection. This Easter, we're called to do the same. (John 11:1-44)