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Restoration: Where New Life Begins

Restoration: Where New Life Begins

By: John Baldwin
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Restoration: Where New Life Begins is a gospel-centered podcast dedicated to helping listeners experience the transforming power of Jesus Christ. Rooted in biblical truth, each episode explores how God restores hearts, renews minds, and revives purpose in every season of life.


Whether you're navigating personal struggles, seeking spiritual growth, or simply longing for deeper hope, this podcast is a space where grace meets truth—and where new life truly begins. Through Scripture, honest conversation, and practical encouragement, Restoration exists to remind you that no life is too broken for God to redeem and no story is too far gone for Him to restore.

Because in Christ, restoration isn’t just possible—it’s promised.

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Episodes
  • The Feasts--Tabernacle (Sukkot)
    Jul 9 2025

    In this final episode of our Feasts of the Lord series, we come to Sukkot, the Feast of Tabernacles—a celebration of joy, harvest, and divine presence. More than just an agricultural festival, Sukkot is a powerful reminder of God's desire to dwell with His people—not just then, but now and forever.

    We'll begin by exploring the historical roots of the feast in the wilderness, where Israel lived in booths (temporary shelters) after being delivered from Egypt. God commanded the Israelites to celebrate this feast by constructing and living in these booths for seven days, symbolizing dependence on His provision and presence (Leviticus 23:42–43).

    Then we’ll fast-forward to the New Testament, where Jesus celebrated this feast in John 7. On the last day, the "great day" of the festival, He cried out, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink” (John 7:37–38). He was pointing to the living water of the Holy Spirit, poured out on all who believe.

    We’ll unpack how the Feast of Tabernacles was prophetically fulfilled in the first coming of Christ—“And the Word became flesh and dwelt [literally, tabernacled] among us” (John 1:14). And we’ll look ahead to the ultimate fulfillment in Revelation 21, where God declares, “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man.”

    You’ll hear practical insights on:

    • Why joy is central to the Feast of Tabernacles
    • How this feast reminds us to live as pilgrims, not settlers, in this world
    • What it means to carry God's presence into your everyday life
    • How to prepare for eternity with God forever dwelling with His people

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    17 mins
  • The Feasts--Yom Kippur
    Jul 8 2025

    In this episode, we explore Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement—the holiest day on the biblical calendar. Instituted by God in Leviticus 16 and 23, Yom Kippur was the one day each year when the High Priest could enter the Holy of Holies and make atonement for the sins of the nation. But what does this ancient, solemn ritual mean for us today?

    We begin by unpacking the historical background of Yom Kippur, diving into the powerful imagery of sacrifice, the scapegoat, and the mercy seat. We then examine how this feast prophetically pointed to Jesus Christ, our Great High Priest, who entered the heavenly Holy of Holies once for all to secure eternal redemption (Hebrews 9–10).

    As we reflect on the seriousness of sin and the depth of God’s mercy, we discuss how modern believers can respond to God's grace through repentance, worship, and a life of surrendered devotion.

    🔑 Key Themes:

    • The role of the High Priest and the sacred duties of Yom Kippur
    • The symbolism of the two goats: one sacrificed, one released
    • Jesus as the ultimate fulfillment of the Day of Atonement
    • The necessity of repentance, both then and now
    • How we can live out holiness and grace in a New Covenant context

    📖 Scriptures Highlighted:

    • Leviticus 16 & 23
    • Hebrews 9:11–14, 10:1–22
    • Isaiah 53:4–6
    • Romans 3:25
    • 1 John 1:9

    🙏 Devotional Moment:

    At the end of the episode, we take a quiet moment to reflect on the weight of sin, the beauty of forgiveness, and the invitation to draw near to God through the blood of Christ. You’ll be guided in a simple but powerful prayer of repentance, thanksgiving, and renewed surrender.

    📣 Call to Action:

    As we prepare our hearts in light of the message of Yom Kippur, we challenge you to take time this week to:

    • Confess any hidden sin before the Lord
    • Reflect on the sufficiency of Christ's sacrifice
    • Ask God to renew your love for holiness and humility

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    35 mins

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