This Beautifully Boring Life: Recent Episodes
A Restoration Church Podcast
Life is mostly tedious, monotous, or even boring. Yet, in God, the most boring parts of life can become the most beautiful. Aaron and Nikki Ottaway are married, have three little kids, and are church planters.
Colin continues through our series on the early church in the book of Acts called "Hidden Intersection".
Scripture - Acts 5:17-42
Aaron continues through our series on the early church in the book of Acts called "Hidden Intersection".
Scripture - Acts 4:23-31
Aaron continues through our series on the early church in the book of Acts called "Hidden Intersection".
Scripture - Acts 4:1-22
Listen in as Colin continues through our series in the book of Acts called "Hidden Intersection".
Aaron continues through our series on the early church in the book of Acts called "Hidden Intersection". This week, we look at the call to intimacy.
Scripture - Acts 2:42-47
We continue through our series on the early church from the book of Acts called, "Hidden Intersection". This week, we zero in on an event called "Pentecost".
Scripture - Acts 2:1-41
Restoration Church begins a new series in the book of Acts called "Hidden Intersection". Join Aaron as we begin this journey of focusing on how the church interacts with its world.
Scripture - Acts 1:1-11
In this transition week, Aaron walks us through scripture to find out what it means to be the people of God, and why God chooses in the first place.
Scripture - Deuteronomy 7:6; 2 Samuel 7:23-24; Genesis 12:2-3; Exodus 19:5-6; Isaiah 42:1-9; Isaiah 49:6; 1 Peter 2:9
As we make our way through the series, "The Nations Rage", Colin guides us through Psalm 47.
Scripture - Psalm 47
Listen in as Aaron continues through our series, "The Nations Rage".
Scripture - Psalm 46
Restoration begins a series addressing global conflict and corruption called "The Nations Rage". We will be diving into several Psalms to discover why global conflicts happen, and how Christians are to respond.
Scripture - Psalms 2
Listen in as we conclude our series through the life of Abraham called "This is Faith".
Scripture - Genesis 22
Listen in as Aaron continues through our series called "This is Faith" through the life of Abraham.
Scripture - Genesis 21:1-7
Listen in as Aaron continues through our series called "This is Faith" through the life of Abraham.
Scripture - Genesis 20
Colin takes a look into a mysterious passage of Scripture and digs into how we approach God in our own lives. (Note: the audio is distorted and quiet for the first 7 minutes)
Scripture | Genesis 18:16-33
Listen in as Aaron continues through our series in the life of Abraham called, "This is Faith".
Listen in as Aaron continues through our series in the life of Abraham called, "This is Faith". (Note: The end of the sermon got cut and is not included in this recording)
Scripture - Genesis 16
Join Will as we continue through our series called, "This is Faith".
Scripture - Genesis 15
The greatest threat to our faith often doesn't come from trial or struggle, but from prosperity and success. It often doesn't come from lack, but from getting what we want. Listen in as Aaron continues through our series, "This is Faith" from the life of Abraham.
Listen in as Restoration Church begins a 10 week series all about faith. We'll track through the life of Abraham and discover what it means to walk by faith, not by faith.
Join us as we look at the fifth and final mark of maturity in our series all about growth called, "Stunted".
Join us as we look into the fourth mark of maturity in our series all about growth called, "Stunted".
Join us as we dig deep into the third mark of maturity in our series all about growth called, "Stunted".
Join Aaron as we unpack the second mark of maturity in our series "Stunted", all about growth.
Scripture || Romans 6
Aaron talks about the mark of consistency as we continue our series on growth called "Stunted".
Scripture - 2 Peter 1:3-8
Restoration Church is starting off the year 2022 with a new series focusing on how we grow in our faith, and why we can feel stuck. In this sermon, Aaron begins with why growth is good and necessary but how we can misunderstand how it happens.
Scripture || Colossians 1:28-29
Listen in as Will Moran finishes our Advent series from Isaiah 40.
Scripture || Isaiah 40:27-31
Listen in as Aaron continues through our Advent series in Isaiah 40.
Scripture // Isaiah 40:9-11
Listen in as Aaron continues through our Advent series in Isaiah 40.
Scripture // Isaiah 40:6-8
Listen in as Colin finishes off our series through the book of 1 Peter called, "My Name is Exile". We have been challenged, encouraged and filled with hope through this whole book. Feel free to head back to the beginning if you've missed some weeks.
Scripture - 1 Peter 5:6-14
Listen in on this first Sunday of Advent as Aaron leads us through Isaiah 40.
Scripture - Isaiah 40:1-5
On the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, Aaron takes a look at what having faith that is unshakeable looks like and how the persecuted church demonstrates this for us.
Scripture - 1 Peter 3:13-17
How do you relate to those closest to you when you have radically differing identities? Listen in as Aaron takes us through the passage of 1 Peter and explores how a Christian communicates the Gospel best to our closest family and friends.
Scripture - 1 Peter 3:1-7
Listen in as Colin continues through 1 Peter in our series, "My Name is Exile".
Scripture - 1 Peter 2:13-25
We are taking a short break from our series in 1 Peter and meditate through Psalm 38. Listen in as we look at what difference even a glimmer of hope can make.
Scripture: Psalm 38
In this short, pivotal section of 1 Peter, we move from who we are to how we respond. Listen in as Aaron continues our series "My Name is Exile".
Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12
What is the foundation on which the weight of your life rests? In this passage, we'll ponder what it means to have Jesus as our cornerstone. Listen in as Aaron continues our series "My Name is Exile".
Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10
How do we protect our faith from becoming stale, or even worse, hypocritical? Listen as Aaron continues through 1 Peter called "My Name is Exile".
Most of us know there is something that needs to change in our life, but we often lack the right motivation to actually do it. Listen in as we take a look at the best motivation to live the lives God has intended for us, and as we continue in our series through 1 Peter called "My Name is Exile".
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16
Listen as Restoration Church begins a brand new series through the book of 1 Peter called "My Name is Exile"!
Scripture - 1 Peter 1:1-12
There are so many things that can divide people. It almost seems like unity is an impossible task. Listen along as Will encourages us as we begin again, that we press on together.
Scripture - Hebrews 12:25-29
We have the opportunity to join God in a culture-changing mission, through our work. Listen along as Aaron wraps up our series, "Good Work".
Scripture - Genesis 1-2; Galatians 6:9
Throughout this series, we have looked why we work, what we are called to, why work feels hard, etc. In this episode, we look at the "HOW", or in other words, "the ethic" of work. Take a listen as Colin continues through our series, "Good Work".
Scripture - Colossians 3:23; Ruth 1-2
In our work, we can be consumed with efficiency, speed, and just getting everything done. The problem is we often don't reflect on the question, "to what end?". Take a listen as Aaron looks at how our productivity must serve our purpose as we continue through the series, "Good Work".
Scripture - Colossians 3:17; Genesis 11:1-9
Just as important as talking about our work is considering the ceasing of work, called rest. This Sunday, we will dive into the necessity and beauty of the rhythm of rest that awakens the humanity God intended us to live. Listen along as Aaron continues through the series, "Good Work"
Scripture - Genesis 2:1-3; Exodus 31:17; Exodus 20:8; Deuteronomy 5:12-15; Matthew 11:28
If our work matters to God, the next question is, what work am I actually supposed to do? Whether you have a faith background or not, you've likely heard the answer to this question as your 'calling'. This coming Sunday, we will dive into what calling actually means, and how do you know when you've found it. Listen along as Aaron continues through the series, "Good Work".
Scripture - Romans 1:8; Romans 8:28; 1 Corinthians 7:17
Restoration Church continues a brand new series exploring jobs, calling, and all things work called "Good Work". Listen along as Colin digs into the problem of work.
Scripture - Genesis 3
Restoration Church begins a brand new series exploring jobs, calling, and all things work called "Good Work". Listen along as Aaron kicks off the series.
Scripture - Ephesians 2:1-10; Genesis 1:26-28
Listen along as Brad challenges us on what can and cannot be shaken in our lives.
Scripture - Hebrews 12:25-29
Listen along as Will takes us through Psalm 150 as we are challenged with what it means to praise God.
Scripture - Psalm 150
Aaron takes us through Psalm 146 as we discover the necessity of the hope in God's justice.
Scripture - Psalm 146
Listen along as we conclude our series, "Why Family Matters".
Scripture - Luke 14:15-24
The way that we treat other people is not about having good manners, it's about revealing the values of another kingdom. Listen along as we continue through our series, "Why Family Matters".
Scripture - Luke 14:7-14
For the next several weeks, we will be looking at what it means to sit around Jesus' table. Listen along as we continue through our series, "Why Family Matters".
Scripture - Luke 14:1-6
In a divided, angry, and chaotic world, there may be no better time than to awaken the practice of hospitality. This Sunday morning, we are going to unpack how we relate to the people in our communities and how Jesus' practice of hospitality has the power to change your world. Listen along as we continue through our series, "Why Family Matters".
Scripture - Psalm 146; Romans 12:13; 1 Peter 4:9; Hebrews 13:2; Leviticus 19:34; Isaiah 58:7
Listen along as we continue in our series, "Why Family Matters". Today we take a look at why we need submission in order to have peace. Scripture (Ephesians 5:15-21)
Most people have some concept of what a church looks like. To some, everything happens on a stage. To others, a church is a desk to get work done. But the experience God intended for the church is closely aligned to the picture of a dinner table, where the family gathers to eat and take time together. Listen along as we continue through our series, "Why Family Matters".
Scripture - Hebrews 10:19-25
Our lives can be full of information, but very little intimacy! When we know more about what is happening in every corner of the planet, but miss what is happening right in front of us, we have a crisis. We were made to know, and be known, and no one exhibited this more than Jesus. Listen along as we continue through our series, "Why Family Matters".
Scripture (Luke 8:42-48)
Listen along as we continue in our series, "Why Family Matters". Today we take a look at what solidarity in a church family actually looks like. Scripture (Matthew 12:46-50; Galatians 3:28; Ephesians 4:31-5:2)
Listen along as we begin a new series, "Why Family Matters" focusing on what the church as family looks like and why it matters.
Listen along as we conclude out series through the book of Luke. Aaron will walk through Luke 24:36-53.
Listen along as Colin walks through Luke 24:13-35 as we continue through the series, "Redefining Religion".
Listen along to our Easter Sunday message, and why the Resurrection is more relevant to us now more than ever.
Listen along as Aaron walks through Luke 22:31-34; 54-62 as we continue through the series, "Redefining Religion".
Listen along as Aaron walks through Luke 20:19-26 as we continue through the series, "Redefining Religion".
Listen along as Aaron walks through Luke 19:1-10 as we continue through the series, "Redefining Religion".
Listen along as Aaron walks through Luke 18:9-14 as we continue through the series, "Redefining Religion".
Listen along as Aaron walks through Luke 18:1-8 as we continue through the series, "Redefining Religion".
Sometimes we can view our life of following God as a kind of paranoia of messing up, failing, or shame. But are we then missing out on the experience of joy and beauty that God has intended for our lives to be? Take a listen to this important message. If you would like to engage with us, send a message to aottaway@restoration-church.ca.Scripture || Proverbs 5:15-20
Aaron and Nikki are back! After taking a hiatus, we are going to discussing living wisely in everyday life. Listen in as we look at the long term consequences of wisdom and foolishness and the hope we have in our regular rhythms in life. If you would like to engage with us, send a message to aottaway@restoration-church.ca.Scripture || Proverbs 1:1-7; Proverbs 4:18-19
Aaron and Nikki discuss all things tidying up. What could possibly be beautiful about the constant tediousness of reorganizing redoing what becomes undone every single day. However, we can draw some insight from the heart of God Himself. If you would like to engage with us, send a message to aottaway@restoration-church.ca.Scripture || Matthew 6:25-34; Matthew 13:45-46; Luke 10:38-42Article || https://journalistsresource.org/studies/society/housing/marie-kondo-konmari-tidying-up-research/
Nikki and Aaron discuss the ground zero of your home, the dinner table. Pull up a chair, take a seat and listen along to the conversation.
Nikki and Aaron discuss how there is much more to sleep than meets the "shut" eye. Stay awake, and listen along to this overlooked, but vitally important practice.
Nikki and Aaron discuss gardening. Even though at times tedious, and requiring time and energy, it can also be a symbol of what the experience of life with God is supposed to look like.
Nikki and Aaron introduce themselves and share the reason and vision behind "This Beautifully Boring Life".