Christian Formation

The goal of this episode is to equip listeners with practical understanding to better share the gospel in everyday life. We invite Jim Murphy, elder/pastor at Missio Church and the Multiplication Catalyst for the MidAmerica District of the Christian and Missionary Alliance. He's also the founder of MyCircle Evangelism Training to share about how you can begin to better evangelize.  Resources...

This episode isn't like our normal episodes where we are digging through scripture and looking at theology. This episode is a conversation about leaning into the areas God's uniquely gifted us (strengths) so that we can glorify Him and serve those around us as we age. Ultimately, we want people to walk away with a sense of, "This life isn't my own... it's God's. What...

The goal of this episode is to attempt to answer questions from our congregation about the current salvation series.  Connect With Us providenceomaha.org | Instagram | Facebook Email Us formation@providenceomaha.org

In this episode, we continue our conversation on the Doctrines of Grace and ask whether we can fall from grace... or more simply, can we lose our salvation? Connect With Us providenceomaha.org | Instagram | Facebook Email Us formation@providenceomaha.org

Main question here… How does one person accept the gospel and others do not? Can people resist the grace of God? Is God forcing us to believe in Him? Do all people have equal opportunity to believe the gospel? Join us as we unpack these questions and talk about Prevenient Grace, Effectual Grace, and the practical importance of how our belief about grace impacts our daily lives. Connect With Us pro...

We are highlighting the idea of Atonement (or "AT ONE MENT" : understanding how Jesus makes us AT ONE with God) and the different theological views surrounding this topic. In this episode, we discuss Universalism, General Atonement, and Definite Atonement. Our main question is, "What actually happened on the cross in that moment in time when Jesus died?" Join us as we unpack th...

In this episode we seek to explain the theological position of conditional election based on the foreknowledge of God of the future faith of his people.  Is the idea of election biblical? Do all Christians believe in election?  If so, what are the different views? (we focus on conditional election, corporate election, and unconditional election) How do we understand God’s foreknowledge? These ques...

In this episode we seek to explain the theological position that humanity has a free will that is able to choose or reject God. We ask:  Are humans able to choose God?   Do we have free will?  If we believe in "total depravity," how do we understand the human will? Join us as we unpack this episode together. Resources 302 - St. Augustine's 4 States of Man Sermon Series on Covenant S...

Providence is 9 Years Old! This episode looks at 9 moments over the last 9 years that shaped the church we are today. Connect With Us providenceomaha.org | Instagram | Facebook Email Us formation@providenceomaha.org

" Learn the secrets to building and maintaining a healthy, productive, and unified ministry team that sticks together for the long haul." This episode reviews Larry Osborne's book Sticky Teams: Keeping Your Leadership Team and Staff on the Same Page , highlighting different topics from the book as well as providing lived anecdotes to the leadership advice given. Whether you're...

"Must I follow the Old Covenant Law?" "Is it a sin to break the 10 Commandments?" "Can I follow some Old Covenant laws but not all of them?" In this episode, we ask the question, "Must I follow the Old Covenant Law?" Our hope is that we see how Christ has fulfilled the law and because of that, we don't need to follow the letter of the Old Covenant Laws,...

As a Christian, do I have to support Israel? Why do some Christians believe that Israel must be protected, supported, and backed, no matter its decisions? In this episode, we seek to ask the question, "Is it a sin if I don't support Israel?" Join us as we unpack this idea together.  Resources  168 - A Literal View of the Bible (with Debbie Blank) 169 - The Importance of Framework Co...

What is the covenant of redemption, and what does it reveal about God’s plan to save his people? In this episode, we explore scripture’s teaching on God's eternal plan. We’ll consider what this means for our salvation, our understanding of God’s character, our eternal security, and the depth of God’s love for his people. Resources 148 - Why should I read the Old Testament? 150 - The Goodness...

What is a covenant, and why does it matter? In this episode, we explore the biblical idea of covenant and consider how theologians have defined this concept. We’ll see how covenant shapes our understanding of God’s relationship with His people, and how we can be eternally secure in Christ because of these covenants. Resources 148 - Why should I read the Old Testament? 156 - The Comfort of Covenant...

In this episode we examine how to endure through the trials and temptations we all experience in our Christian life. What does it mean to face these temptations? Does God lead us into temptations? What is our hope through trials? We look at these questions and more to discern how to be a people who walk in holiness and dependence on God. Connect With Us providenceomaha.org | Instagram | Facebook E...

In this episode we seek to pursue a biblical understanding of forgiveness and its importance in the Christian life. Why does Jesus include forgiveness in the prayer’s petitions? How does our forgiveness from God correlate to our forgiveness of others? How do we forgive in different situations? We examine multiple questions to try to come to a helpful understanding of how to be a community of forgi...

We're releasing this bonus episode to give you a look at our sermon series this fall. A lot of our 2026 fall podcast episodes will coincide with the series, so be sure to join us on Sundays and during the week to be fully immersed in what God is teaching us through His word. This fall, we’re taking a step back to focus on the foundation underneath our life with God. Rather than asking what we...

The goal of this episode is to consider Jesus’s teaching that we should depend on God for daily bread. Why is that at the core of Jesus’s prayer? Where did he get this imagery from? How do we live this out practically? Why does it feel so hard to live dependent upon his provision? We seek to find helpful ways to live in a state of faith-filled dependence on God that leads to an anxiety-free life o...

 In this episode, we’re diving back into our series on the Lord’s Prayer, focusing on a deeply profound phrase: "Your Kingdom come, Your will be done." How are we supposed to actually understand this? Is the Kingdom of God a present reality we live in right now, a future promise we're waiting for, or a beautiful combination of both? Join us as we wrestle with the "already but n...

 In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the Lord's Prayer, unpacking the powerful meaning behind the specific words Jesus chose. We explore how this prayer is beautifully crafted from a communal perspective—shifting our focus from "my" needs to "our daily bread." Join us as we continue our series and discover how this timeless prayer shapes our lives today.  Conne...

In this episode, we kick off a brand-new series on the Lord's Prayer, diving into its unique biblical contexts across the Gospels, from the disciples' direct request in Luke's account to its placement at the absolute center of the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew. Additionally, we explore the rich historical and contemporary reasons why we should use it today, tracing its practice fro...

 In this episode of Christian Formation , we explore the deeply personal and spiritual process of "Choosing a Church." We discuss practical and prayerful strategies for discerning where to plant roots and find a church home. The conversation also navigates the difficult situations that may signal it is time to leave a congregation. Ultimately, this episode serves as a supportive guide to...

What do prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance look like in the life of a believer? In this episode, we explore Saint Augustine's take on the four cardinal virtues. Discover whether Christians should intentionally pursue these traits and how to cultivate true, God-centered virtue in your daily spiritual walk. Connect With Us providenceomaha.org | Instagram | Facebook Email Us formation@...

Should evangelism (sharing the gospel) be the top priority in the church’s mission, or just one important part among many? In other words, should evangelism take priority over social action, or are both evangelism and social action equal partners? In this episode, we are discussing what the mission of the church should be based on the article Should We Prioritize Evangelism in Missions? Connect Wi...

In this episode, we’re tackling a trend you’ve probably seen online but might not have a name for: the "Edgelord". We dive into a recent article from Joe Carter at The Gospel Coalition (link below) that explores how some Christian influencers are trading truth for provocative reactions and social media clout. Why are so many young men drawn to this style of leadership, and how is it secr...