
Renewal Church Podcast
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The Canon
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The Canon

The Rest of the Story of God’s Glory
God calls Abram out of his land to become the father of a nation—a people through whom all the families of the earth will be blessed. This is grace in motion: God initiates, God promises, and God blesses. The call of Abram is the beginning of a covenant that finds its fulfillment in Christ and His Gospel to the nations. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
The Rest of the Story of God’s Glory
Scattered to be Gathered

Scattered to be Gathered
At Babel, humanity seeks to make a name for itself apart from God. The Lord intervenes—not out of insecurity, but to mercifully restrain human pride. The scattering at Babel sets the stage for the gathering of nations through Abraham’s seed. God humbles the proud to advance His redemptive purpose. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
The Sign of the Promise

The Sign of the Promise
God brings just judgment through the flood, but He also provides salvation through the ark. Noah’s obedience flows from faith, and God’s covenant faithfulness sustains life through chaos. The flood reveals the seriousness of sin, but also the mercy of a God who remembers His people and keeps His promises. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
Noah and the Flood

Noah and the Flood
God brings just judgment through the flood, but He also provides salvation through the ark. Noah’s obedience flows from faith, and God’s covenant faithfulness sustains life through chaos. The flood reveals the seriousness of sin, but also the mercy of a God who remembers His people and keeps His promises. Please note: Our trailer with all of our equipment was stolen. As a result of this, the audio quality has been affected. Please see the following statement in regard to the future of Renewal Church: https://www.renewalchurch.net/statement Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
Only Evil Continually

Only Evil Continually
The Lord sees the wickedness of man and is grieved—not because He is weak, but because His holiness burns against sin. And yet, “Noah found favor in the eyes of the Lord.” This is grace—sovereign, undeserved, initiating. The hope of the world hinges on God’s free choice to preserve a people for Himself. Please note: Our trailer with all of our equipment was stolen. As a result of this, the audio quality has been affected. Please see the following statement in regard to the future of Renewal Church: https://www.renewalchurch.net/statement Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
The Generations of Adam

The Generations of Adam
Amid the repetition of death, one name stands out: Enoch walked with God. This genealogy traces the faithfulness of God to preserve a remnant through a world of decay. It reminds us that death is not the final word for those who walk by faith, and that God’s covenant purposes endure. Please note: Our trailer with all of our equipment was stolen. As a result of this, the audio quality has been affected. Please see the following statement in regard to the future of Renewal Church: https://www.renewalchurch.net/statement Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
Cain and Abel

Cain and Abel
Cain’s story reveals the destructive power of unchecked sin and the deceptive pull of self-righteousness. Though God warns and even shows mercy, Cain hardens his heart. This passage confronts our own struggle with sin and points to the justice and mercy of God, who alone can offer a better sacrifice. Please note: This past Sunday our trailer with all of our equipment was stolen. As a result of this, the audio quality has been affected. Please see the following statement in regard to the future of Renewal Church: https://www.renewalchurch.net/statement Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
A Spark of Hope

A Spark of Hope
The consequences of sin are severe: death, pain, and exile. Yet even in judgment, God provides a covering and a promise. The first hint of the gospel appears as God speaks of One who will crush the serpent. This is the pattern of redemptive history: judgment tempered with grace, and a Savior promised in the midst of the fall. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
Shame and Blame

Shame and Blame
Even in rebellion, God seeks out the sinner. His questions are not for His knowledge but for our confession. This passage unveils the human impulse to hide and blame—and God’s persistent grace that calls us into the light. The path to restoration always begins with His initiating mercy. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
Sin Enters the World

Sin Enters the World
The serpent’s deception casts doubt on God’s Word, character, and goodness. Adam and Eve’s fall into sin marks the breaking point of humanity’s innocence and communion with God. Here we confront the nature of temptation, the reality of sin, and the desperate need for redemption outside ourselves. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
God's Design for Marriage

God's Design for Marriage
Marriage is not a human invention, but a divine institution. God creates woman and brings her to the man, establishing the foundation for covenantal union. In a culture confused about love and identity, this passage reaffirms God’s design for lifelong, complementary partnership rooted in His created order. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
Shalom

Shalom
God not only creates but personally forms, places, and provides for humanity in the garden. His covenantal care is evident in His rest, His Word, and His provision of relationship. This chapter reminds us that true life is found in communion with God, according to His design and commands. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
Imago Dei

Imago Dei
Humanity is uniquely created in the image of God and given dominion as His stewards. This identity is not earned but bestowed by divine grace. In a world that often devalues life, this text affirms the dignity of every person and calls us to reflect God’s character as His image-bearers in creation. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net

In the Beginning
Genesis opens with the sovereign God who speaks the universe into existence. Every word and act of creation reflects His wisdom, power, and goodness. This passage reorients us to a God-centered view of the world, where He is not just the beginning but the purpose of all things. We were made by Him and for Him. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
In the Beginning
Rejected and Rejoicing

Rejected and Rejoicing
Jesus reminds His followers that living for God’s Kingdom will sometimes come with a cost. Those who stand for righteousness and live out their faith with courage may face opposition, rejection, or even persecution. Yet in the midst of hardship, Jesus calls them blessed, promising a great reward in Heaven. These verses encourage us to stay faithful, knowing we’re not alone — the prophets before us endured the same trials, and God’s favor rests on those who suffer for His name. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
A Pure and Peaceful People

A Pure and Peaceful People
Jesus blesses the pure in heart and the peacemakers, revealing two powerful marks of Kingdom living. A pure heart isn’t about perfection, but about sincere devotion and undivided loyalty to God — with that comes the promise of seeing Him more clearly. Peacemakers, not just peace-lovers, actively work to bring reconciliation in a divided world and are honored as children of God. These verses remind us that both inner purity and outward peace reflect the character of our Father and the values of His Kingdom. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
Hungry for God

Hungry for God
Jesus highlights two essential qualities of a blessed life: a deep hunger for righteousness, and a heart full of mercy. He reminds us that those who passionately pursue what’s right and extend compassion to others will find both satisfaction and favor in God’s Kingdom. These verses challenge us to examine what we’re truly craving in life and how we’re treating those around us. In a world quick to condemn and slow to forgive, Jesus calls us to be people marked by grace, justice, and mercy. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
Humble Power

Humble Power
In a world that often celebrates aggression, dominance, and self-promotion, Jesus highlights the quiet strength of meekness — a power under control, rooted in humility and trust in God. This verse reminds us that true influence and lasting impact don’t come through force, but through a surrendered heart. God promises that the meek, though overlooked by many, will one day inherit everything He’s prepared for His people. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
Broken, Grieving, and Blessed

Broken, Grieving, and Blessed
Life can be hard. We all have felt feelings of lost, desperation, and despair. In Matthew 5:3-4, Jesus teaches that spiritual emptiness and heartfelt sorrow aren’t signs of failure, but opportunities to encounter God’s Kingdom and His comfort. These verses remind us that God draws near to the broken and fills us with eternal hope. In a world that values strength and self-reliance, Jesus invites us to find blessing in our weakness and hope in our grief. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
Who is Blessed by God?

Who is Blessed by God?
In Matthew 5:1-12, Jesus opens His Sermon on the Mount with a series of surprising, upside-down declarations we now call the Beatitudes. He pronounces blessing not on the powerful or popular, but on the poor in spirit, the meek, the merciful, and those who mourn. This passage reveals the heart of God’s Kingdom — a place where humility is honored, mercy is rewarded, and persecution comes with promise. It reminds us that true blessing isn’t found in earthly success, but in a life aligned with God’s values. These words still challenge and comfort us today, inviting us to live differently in a world desperate for hope. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net

He Cares for You
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He Cares for You

Shepherd the Flock
Peter exhorts the elders of the church to shepherd God’s people willingly, not out of obligation or for personal gain, but as examples of godly leadership. He reminds them that their faithful service will be rewarded by Christ, the Chief Shepherd, when He returns. Peter also instructs younger believers to submit to their elders and calls the entire community to clothe themselves with humility toward one another. He emphasizes that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble, highlighting humility as essential for a healthy, unified church. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
Shepherd the Flock

Suffering for the Right Reason
Peter reminds us of several things; however, what they are may catch you by surprise. Peter tells us what is in store for us by following Christ, what real trials are, and how we are to handle them, and the world around us. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net
Suffering for the Right Reason

The End Is at Hand!
In this passage, Peter reminds believers that the end of all things is near, urging them to live with clarity, prayerfulness, and deep love for one another. He calls for practical expressions of that love through forgiveness, hospitality, and the faithful use of spiritual gifts to serve others. Every act of service is meant to be done with God’s strength and for His glory. The passage emphasizes living with eternal perspective, prioritizing relationships and community life in light of Christ’s return. Visit us online at: RenewalChurch.net