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Restoration: Where New Life Begins

John Baldwin

155 episodes

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The Story of Scripture | Day 9 🌊 “Judgment and Salvation” (Genesis 7) Genesis 7 brings us to the moment the story has been moving toward—the rain begins, the ark is sealed, and God’s word is fulfilled. In this episode, we walked through the flood narrative and saw that it reveals both the holiness and the mercy of God. Judgment is real, serious, and total—but it is never separated from God’s purpose to save. The flood shows us that God takes sin seriously because He takes His creation serious...

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The Story of Scripture | Day 9 🌊 “Judgment and Salvation” (Genesis 7) Genesis 7 brings us to the moment the story has been moving toward—the rain begins, the ark is sealed, and God’s word is fulfilled. In this episode, we walked through the flood narrative and saw that it reveals both the holiness and the mercy of God. Judgment is real, serious, and total—but it is never separated from God’s purpose to save. The flood shows us that God takes sin seriously because He takes His creation serious...

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Restoration: Where New Life Begins

Story of Scripture--Day 9 "Judgment and Salvation

The Story of Scripture | Day 9 🌊 “Judgment and Salvation” (Genesis 7) Genesis 7 brings us to the moment the story has been moving toward—the rain begins, the ark is sealed, and God’s word is fulfilled. In this episode, we walked through the flood narrative and saw that it reveals both the holiness and the mercy of God. Judgment is real, serious, and total—but it is never separated from God’s purpose to save. The flood shows us that God takes sin seriously because He takes His creation serious...

1 day ago

8 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

Lord Teach Us to Pray--Episode #2--What is Prayer, Really?

Lord, Teach Us to Pray | Episode 2 What is prayer… really? Not a script. Not a performance. Not a one-way monologue. In Episode 2, we explored prayer as communion, conversation, and closeness with God. Prayer is where relationship is formed—not just requests made. 📖 Key Scriptures: • “Pour out your heart before Him…” — Psalm 62:8 • “If you abide in Me…” — John 15:7 • “Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10 💡 Big Truth: Prayer doesn’t just change circumstances—it shapes the heart. Pr...

2 days ago

25 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

Story of Scripture--Day 8 "A Righteous Man Obeys"

🛠️ The Story of Scripture — Day 8 📖 A Righteous Man Obeys Genesis 6:9–22 In a world overwhelmed by corruption, Noah walked a different path. He listened when God spoke. He trusted when the command seemed unreasonable. And he obeyed before he understood. Noah didn’t wait for proof. He didn’t demand clarity. He trusted God’s Word—step by faithful step. 🙏 💡 Big Truth from the Story of Scripture: Obedience is the fruit of grace. Faith moves forward even when the outcome isn’t visible. God often c...

2 days ago

10 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

Story of Scripture--Day 7 "Grace in a Corrupt World"

🌍 The Story of Scripture — Day 7 📖 Grace in a Corrupt World Genesis 6:1–8 As wickedness increased and corruption became normal, God still saw. He saw the brokenness. He grieved over sin. And He extended grace. Noah didn’t earn God’s favor—he found it. 🙏 Grace didn’t begin with human effort. ✨ Grace began with God’s mercy. 💡 Big Truth from the Story of Scripture: Grace always comes before obedience. Judgment may be necessary, but mercy is never absent. Even in the darkest chapters of the story...

3 days ago

8 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

Lord, Teach us to Pray--Episode #1--Why Should We Pray?

✨ Episode 1 Recap — Lord, Why Should We Pray? ✨ 🙏 Prayer was never meant to be a ritual to repeat or a performance to perfect. Jesus shows us that prayer is an invitation into a relationship with the Father. In Episode 1 of Lord, Teach Us to Pray, we look at why the disciples didn’t ask Jesus how to pray—but why. From Luke 11:1, Matthew 6:5–8, and Philippians 4:6–7, we’re reminded of a powerful truth: ➡️ Prayer doesn’t inform God—it forms us. 📖 God already knows our needs. ❤️ Prayer shapes ou...

4 days ago

28 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

Story of Scripture--Day 6. "Walking with God in a Fallen World"

📖 Story of Scripture — Day 6 “Walking with God in a Fallen World” Genesis 5 (ESV) Genesis 5 unfolds in a world marked by sin and death, a repeated reminder that the consequences of the fall are real and inescapable. Generation after generation is listed, each ending with the same sobering refrain: “and he died.” Yet in the middle of that pattern, one life stands out. Enoch walked with God. While the world around him moved steadily toward death, Enoch lived by faith, demonstrating that closene...

4 days ago

11 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

Story of Scripture--Day 5 "Sin Spreads"

📖 Story of Scripture — Day 5 “Sin Spreads” Genesis 4 (ESV) Genesis 4 shows us how quickly sin grows when it is left unchecked. What begins as jealousy in Cain’s heart soon turns into anger, then violence, and finally the first murder. Worship is distorted. Relationships are shattered. The first family is fractured by sin’s destructive power. Yet even here, God’s mercy is present. Before Cain acts, God warns him that sin is crouching at the door, calling him to rule over it rather than be rule...

5 days ago

12 minutes

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Story of Scripture — Day 4 “When Sin Entered the Story”

📖 Story of Scripture — Day 4 “When Sin Entered the Story” Genesis 3 (ESV) Genesis 3 marks a heartbreaking turn in the story. What God created as good is fractured by sin. Trust is broken. Intimacy is lost. Obedience gives way to rebellion. The consequences are real—and they touch every part of life. Yet even here, hope is not absent. In the midst of judgment, God speaks a promise—a coming Redeemer who will one day crush the serpent and restore what was broken. From the very moment sin enters ...

6 days ago

8 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

Story of Scripture — Day 3 “God’s Design for Humanity”

📖 Story of Scripture — Day 3 “God’s Design for Humanity” Genesis 2:4–25 (ESV) Before sin entered the world, God established His design. Work was meaningful—not burdensome. Rest was refreshing—not earned. Marriage was a gift—rooted in unity, companionship, and love. In the garden, we see God’s heart clearly: humanity was created for relationship—to walk with God and to live in harmony with one another. Nothing was accidental. Everything was intentional. As we continue The Story of Scripture, w...

1 week ago

8 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

Story of Scripture — Day 2 “Created in His Image”

📖 Story of Scripture — Day 2 “Created in His Image” Genesis 1:26–2:3 (ESV) From stars in the sky to fish in the sea, God’s creation is breathtaking—but humanity is set apart. On this day, God creates men and women in His image. Not accidental. Not random. Created with purpose, dignity, and value. Then God does something surprising—He rests, setting a rhythm for life that reminds us we are more than what we produce. You were made to reflect God’s character. You were made to steward His creatio...

1 week ago

8 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

Story of Scripture — Day 1 In the Beginning, God

📖 Story of Scripture — Day 1 “In the Beginning, God” Genesis 1:1–25 (ESV) “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” Before there was chaos, there was a Creator. Before there was darkness, God spoke light. Before anything existed, God already was. Genesis opens not with an argument for God’s existence, but with a declaration of His power, order, and intentional design. Everything begins with Him—and because it begins with Him, it has purpose. As we start this chronological jou...

1 week ago

7 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

The Story of Scripture--Why Study in Chronological Order?

Why are we walking through the Bible in chronological order? Because Scripture isn’t a collection of disconnected verses—it’s one unfolding story. In this episode of The Story of Scripture, we pause to explain: • Why the Bible can feel confusing when read in fragments • How chronological reading reconnects history, poetry, prophecy, and promise • Why seeing the story unfold over time deepens faith and confidence • How this approach helps us trust God’s character across generations When we rea...

2 weeks ago

11 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

Welcome to the Story of Scripture--Introduction

📖 Welcome to The Story of Scripture Welcome to The Story of Scripture—a one-year journey through the Bible in chronological order. The Bible is not a collection of disconnected stories. It is one unfolding story of redemption—from creation to new creation, from promise to fulfillment, all centered on Jesus Christ. Beginning January 1, we’ll walk through Scripture one passage a day, placing each text in its historical and biblical context so we can see how every chapter fits into God’s greater...

2 weeks ago

3 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

Wonders of Christmas--The Cast of Christmas!

🎄 New Podcast Episode: The Cast of Christmas 🎄 When we think of Christmas, we often picture a manger—but behind that moment are real people with real faith. In this episode, “The Cast of Christmas: Mary, Joseph, and the Shepherds,” we explore the courage, obedience, and humility of those who first encountered Jesus—and what their lives teach us today. ✨ Mary’s surrendered trust ✨ Joseph’s quiet integrity ✨ The shepherds’ joyful proclamation ✨ God’s habit of using ordinary people for extraordi...

2 weeks ago

7 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

Wonders of Christmas--The Gifts of the Wise Men

✨ New Podcast Episode: The Gifts of the Wise Men ✨ The wise men didn’t just bring gifts—they brought worship fit for a King. In this episode, “The Gifts of the Wise Men: Worship Fit for a King,” we unpack who the Magi really were, why their journey mattered, and what their gifts reveal about Jesus. 👑 Gold — a King has come 🔥 Frankincense — a Priest who draws us to God ⚱️ Myrrh — a Savior who would suffer These Gentile worshipers fulfilled prophecy and remind us that Jesus came not just for on...

2 weeks ago

8 minutes

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Wonders of Christmas--What Really Happened in Bethlehem?

🎧 New Episode: What Really Happened in Bethlehem? 🎧 We all know the Christmas story—but do we really know what happened in Bethlehem? In this episode, we go beneath the familiar nativity scene to explore the historical and cultural realities of Jesus’ birth. From Bethlehem’s prophetic significance, to the meaning of the “inn,” to the humility of the manger and the role of the shepherds, this episode helps us see the Incarnation with fresh eyes. 📖 Luke 2:1–20 | Micah 5:2 This isn’t a softer st...

3 weeks ago

20 minutes

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The Wonder of Christmas--The Hope of Christmas: God Keeps His Promises Slowly… Then Suddenly

🎄 The Wonder of Christmas — Episode Recap 🎄 This week, we talked about hope—the kind that doesn’t rush God, but trusts Him. Christmas reminds us that God keeps His promises slowly… then suddenly. For centuries, God’s people waited. Heaven was silent. The promise seemed delayed. And then—Luke 2 happened. An angel appeared. A Savior was born. And everything changed. If you’re in a season of waiting right now—waiting for clarity, healing, direction, or restoration—this episode is for you. God is...

3 weeks ago

20 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

Wonder of Christmas--The Meaning of Advent--Waiting in the Dark

✨ NEW EPISODE: “The Meaning of Advent — Waiting in the Dark” ✨ Advent is more than wreaths, candles, and countdowns. It’s the sacred space of waiting—when God meets His people in the darkness with the promise of light. In this episode, we explore how Advent reminds us that biblical hope is often born in seasons of delay, silence, and longing. From Isaiah’s prophecy to Mary’s courageous “yes,” we see how God shapes His people while they wait—and how Advent connects the first coming of Christ w...

3 weeks ago

21 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

The Wonder of Christmas--"Why Christmas Isn't Pagan" Part 2

“Why It Matters That Christmas Isn’t Pagan” So many people today claim Christmas comes from pagan roots—but the history just doesn’t support it. And here’s why that matters for us right now: 🎄 It restores confidence. You don’t have to celebrate Christmas with hesitation or guilt. The birth of Jesus isn’t borrowed from anyone—it’s firmly rooted in Christian history and Scripture. 🎄 It strengthens our witness. When we know the facts, we’re able to answer misconceptions with truth, humility, and...

1 month ago

27 minutes

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

The Wonder of Christmas — “Why Christmas Isn’t Pagan” Part I

✨ The Wonder of Christmas — “Why Christmas Isn’t Pagan” ✨ Is Christmas really based on pagan holidays like Saturnalia or Sol Invictus? Spoiler: No. Not even close. In Episode 1 of The Wonder of Christmas, we separate myth from truth and uncover the real historical and theological roots of celebrating Christ’s birth. 🎙️ In this episode we explore: • Why the “Christmas is pagan” claim doesn’t hold up historically • How December 25 actually flows from Christian theology—not pagan tradition • Evi...

1 month ago

33 minutes