Renaissance Christian Church

Romans 8 How does the resurrection of Jesus affect believers' lives today? Robert Fonseca surveys Romans 8 and explores the riches of every believer's hope. "Christ became what we are so that we might become what Christ is." - Douglas Moo Sermon from March 29, 2020. To learn more about Renaissance Christian Church, visit http://ren.church/ . Support the show (https://ren.church/give)

1 Peter 1:1–9, 13–16 When the church is scattered and fractured across many places, what are the truths that can unify it? Writing to the scattered church of his time, the apostle Peter reminds believers of the blessings promised through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. From 1 Peter 1, Robert Fonseca explains that the hope that we have in Christ is sufficient to carry us through even chaotic time...

1 Corinthians 15:35-58 What warrant do we have to believe that, just as Jesus rose again from the dead, so will we? In this message in the Resurrection series, Jared Saavedra preaches on 1 Corinthians 15 and Paul's description of the Christian's future resurrection body—and the hope that we have at the return of Jesus. "One says well, that as the goldsmith melts his gold, and so frames a cup to se...

1 Corinthians 15:20–34 For Christians, the resurrection of Jesus causes a paradigm-shift—it changes the way we see everything: past, present, and future. Continuing our series on Resurrection, Robert Fonseca preaches on 1 Corinthians 15 and describes not only the eternal, but the day-to-day implications of Jesus's rising from the dead. "To know the power of His resurrection is to know the purpose...

1 Corinthians 15:1–9 The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the most significant event in world history. In this first message in our series of Resurrection, Robert Fonseca preaches that the whole of the Christian faith rests upon the single fact that Jesus rose again from the dead. "Let us therefore bear in mind, that the entire gospel consists mainly in the death and resurrection of Christ . . ." -...

Isaiah 45:14–25 When God uses Cyrus to bring back Israel from exile, he indicates that this is only a part of his larger plan of redemption. Jared Saavedra preaches on Isaiah 45 and explains that God's uses his deliverance of Israel as part of a greater invitation for all nations to turn to God and be saved. "Everything in God is saving, even his most terrible attributes of justice and power." - R...

Isaiah 44:24–45:13 Being sovereign, God is not only in control of all things; He has a purpose in doing all things. Robert Fonseca explores Isaiah 44 and 45, and teaches how God's sovereignty should not lead us toward antagonism or stubbornness—it should lead us to trust Him. "'For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,' declares the LORD. 'For as the heavens are higher than...

Isaiah 44:1–23 Although living in the past is seen as a bad thing, Isaiah's call to Israel implores them to look to the past to regain their identity. Robert Fonseca preaches on Isaiah 44, exploring the great truths about who God's people are to Him and who God is to His people. “Life is to be lived on the basis of reflection on the character of God as revealed in his treatment of his people in th...

Isaiah 43 While the prospect and reality of being exiled is inconceivable, God promises his presence to his people during their exile. In this message on Isaiah 43, John Banman preaches on God's unfailing resolve to deliver, sanctify, and forgive his people despite the overwhelming circumstances. "On him we have set our hope that he will deliver us again." - 2 Corinthians 1:10b Sermon from January...

Isaiah 42 Even during their time of captivity, God had a plan for his people—to bring justice to the whole world. Robert Fonseca preaches on how God carries out his plan for his people, how Christ fulfills it, and how we can react today. "Q. 1. What is the chief end of man? A. Man's chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy him forever." - Westminster Shorter Catechism Sermon from January 26, 2020...

Isaiah 41 When things go awry and catastrophe happens, in what do we trust or to whom do we run? From Isaiah 41, Robert Fonseca shows us why God proves trustworthy, not only in Isaiah's troubled times, but even in our present and uncertain age. ". . . I am with you always, even to the end of the age." - Jesus Sermon from January 19, 2020. We'd love to have you join us for worship this Sunday. To l...

Isaiah 40 In what way are the people of God in "exile" today? What comfort are we given in Scripture during this time? In this message on Isaiah 40, John Banman introduces the themes of the second major movement of Isaiah's prophecy and shows how we can maintain a proper view of God in challenging times. "What shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?" - Romans 8:31 Se...

Matthew 2:1–13 Epiphany celebrates the appearance of Christ to the Jews and Gentiles. But when Jesus came as King, he was met with mixed responses: indifference, hostility, and worship. Robert Fonseca preaches on the Epiphany, as recorded in Matthew 2, and how we should respond to Christ's coming today. "Born a King on Bethlehem plain, / Gold I bring to crown Him again, / King for ever, / Ceasing...

Psalm 51 How can we commit to experiencing joy in the new year? In a special year-end message, John Banman preaches on Psalm 51 and the importance of confession and repentance in restoring the joy of our relationship with God. Sermon from December 29, 2019.  To learn more about Renaissance Christian Church, visit https://www.renaissance-church.com/ Support the show (https://ren.church/give)

Galatians 4:3–7 Robert Fonseca preaches a special Christmas message on the redemption that Christ accomplishes, and how that affects our past, present, and future in the Lord. Sermon from Christmas Eve, 2019. To learn more about Renaissance Christian Church, visit https://www.renaissance-church.com/ Merry Christmas! Support the show (https://ren.church/give)

Luke 2:25–35 When Simeon finally held the Christ child in his arms, he blessed God and said, "[M]y eyes have seen your salvation." For him, the arrival of Jesus was worth the wait. In this fourth message in our Christmas series, Jared Saavedra preaches on Simeon's song from Luke 2 and how we are encouraged to look to God's provision of salvation and await his redemption. "For we too wait in hope;...

Luke 2:8-20 The birth of Jesus brings great news of salvation at his great personal cost. In this third message of the Christmas series, John Banman preaches on the angel's declaration to the shepherds in Luke 2 and what it means to us that Jesus is Savior, Christ, and Lord. "Should you choose to test my resolve in this matter, you will be facing a finality beyond your comprehension, and you will...

Luke 1:67–80 Meaning "blessed," the Benedictus is Zacharias's song of praise to God, revealing great truths about God's salvation for his people. In this second message of the Christmas series, Robert Fonseca preaches on a prophetic song, which relates what God has done for his people, and how John, the son of Zacharias, will prepare God's people. "He has sent redemption to His people; He has orda...

Luke 1:39–56 How can we benefit and learn from the "Magnificat," or Mary's song of praise to the Lord? In this Christmas series message, Robert Fonseca preaches on Mary's song, found in the Gospel of Luke, and what it teaches us about the power and mercies of God. "In this hymn of praise Mary sings gloriously of the all-excelling perfections of God: His divine power, His holiness, His mercy, and H...

Psalm 138 What does it mean to thank God wholeheartedly? Do God's people have the most reason to give thanks? Jared Saavedra preaches on Psalm 138, and how we should offer God our wholehearted thanks, rather than any other cause. "Let me thy gracious gifts receive / With gratitude and joy, / And in thy just and ceaseless praise, / Each thankful hour employ!" - Augustus Toplady Sermon from November...

Psalm 30 In what way does God deliver his people from death, and what should be their (and our) response? Robert Fonseca preaches on what we can learn from David's psalm of thanksgiving to God for deliverance, in Psalm 30. "Our song of praise and thanksgiving cannot be drawn too deep, nor ascend too high, nor spread too far, nor last too long." - Dr. Carl Moll Sermon from November 17, 2019. We'd l...

Psalm 92 What does it mean when Scripture says, "Is it good to give thanks to the Lord"? Robert Fonseca preaches on the inherent goodness and pleasure of giving thanks to God, from Psalm 92, in a special Sunday morning message. "Nothing is more precious, honorable, or salutary than the praise of God's name, for it is an angelic and heavenly employment on earth." - Johann Starke Sermon from Novembe...

Isaiah 39 Do prosperous times pose dangers to the spiritual life of a Christian? How can we guard against temptation during times of health and wellness? Jared Saavedra preaches on the latter days of Hezekiah's reign and what believers can learn today from Isaiah's prophecy to him in Isaiah 39. “Mankind are naturally averse from contemplating the shortness and uncertainty of life, and very relucta...

Isaiah 38 John Banman "And the rest shall hear and fear, and shall never again commit any such evil among you." - Deuteronomy 19:20 We'd love to have you join us for next Sunday's worship service. Visit the Renaissance Christian Church website for more details. Support the show (https://ren.church/give)

Isaiah 37:14–38 Robert Fonseca "God is the Hearer, not of the voice, but of the heart..." - Tertullian Sermon from October 20, 2019 Support the show (https://ren.church/give)