The Providence Road Podcast

"Don’t Mess with The Gospel (Galatians 1:1-10)" Galatians: The Gospel = Jesus + Nothing The good news of Jesus was under attack in Galatia Some were perverting the gospel not by denying Jesus but by diminishing him. Paul tells these early Christians that all they need—and could ever need—is the good news of grace given to them through the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus.  The go...

Hebrews 11 is one of the most storied and studied chapters in Scripture. While it commends several biblical characters for their faith in God and calls them “a great cloud of witnesses” (Hebrews 12:1), a majority are individuals with less than stellar track records. We meet men and women who did some exemplary things by faith, even if their lives, like ours, were inconsistent in other areas. They...

Hebrews 11 is one of the most storied and studied chapters in Scripture. While it commends several biblical characters for their faith in God and calls them “a great cloud of witnesses” (Hebrews 12:1), a majority are individuals with less than stellar track records. We meet men and women who did some exemplary things by faith, even if their lives, like ours, were inconsistent in other areas. They...

Hebrews 11 is one of the most storied and studied chapters in Scripture. While it commends several biblical characters for their faith in God and calls them “a great cloud of witnesses” (Hebrews 12:1), a majority are individuals with less than stellar track records. We meet men and women who did some exemplary things by faith, even if their lives, like ours, were inconsistent in other areas. They...

Hebrews 11 is one of the most storied and studied chapters in Scripture. While it commends several biblical characters for their faith in God and calls them “a great cloud of witnesses” (Hebrews 12:1), a majority are individuals with less than stellar track records. We meet men and women who did some exemplary things by faith, even if their lives, like ours, were inconsistent in other areas. They...

Hebrews 11 is one of the most storied and studied chapters in Scripture. While it commends several biblical characters for their faith in God and calls them “a great cloud of witnesses” (Hebrews 12:1), a majority are individuals with less than stellar track records. We meet men and women who did some exemplary things by faith, even if their lives, like ours, were inconsistent in other areas. They...

Hebrews 11 is one of the most storied and studied chapters in Scripture. While it commends several biblical characters for their faith in God and calls them “a great cloud of witnesses” (Hebrews 12:1), a majority are individuals with less than stellar track records. We meet men and women who did some exemplary things by faith, even if their lives, like ours, were inconsistent in other areas. They...

Hebrews 11 is one of the most storied and studied chapters in Scripture. While it commends several biblical characters for their faith in God and calls them “a great cloud of witnesses” (Hebrews 12:1), a majority are individuals with less than stellar track records. We meet men and women who did some exemplary things by faith, even if their lives, like ours, were inconsistent in other areas. They...

Hebrews 11 is one of the most storied and studied chapters in Scripture. While it commends several biblical characters for their faith in God and calls them “a great cloud of witnesses” (Hebrews 12:1), a majority are individuals with less than stellar track records. We meet men and women who did some exemplary things by faith, even if their lives, like ours, were inconsistent in other areas. They...

Hebrews 11 is one of the most storied and studied chapters in Scripture. While it commends several biblical characters for their faith in God and calls them “a great cloud of witnesses” (Hebrews 12:1), a majority are individuals with less than stellar track records. We meet men and women who did some exemplary things by faith, even if their lives, like ours, were inconsistent in other areas. They...

Hebrews 11 is one of the most storied and studied chapters in Scripture. While it commends several biblical characters for their faith in God and calls them “a great cloud of witnesses” (Hebrews 12:1), a majority are individuals with less than stellar track records. We meet men and women who did some exemplary things by faith, even if their lives, like ours, were inconsistent in other areas. They...

Hebrews 11 is one of the most storied and studied chapters in Scripture. While it commends several biblical characters for their faith in God and calls them “a great cloud of witnesses” (Hebrews 12:1), a majority are individuals with less than stellar track records. We meet men and women who did some exemplary things by faith, even if their lives, like ours, were inconsistent in other areas. They...

Hebrews 11 is one of the most storied and studied chapters in Scripture. While it commends several biblical characters for their faith in God and calls them “a great cloud of witnesses” (Hebrews 12:1), a majority are individuals with less than stellar track records. We meet men and women who did some exemplary things by faith, even if their lives, like ours, were inconsistent in other areas. They...

Tune in this week to hear from Dan Arlen about his involvement and experiences at Sunrise Assisted Living. Sunrise is one of Providence Road's community partners and we'd love for you to jump in and serve. To do that, reach out to Dan Arlen via email: darlen@prcoc.org Thank you for listening! This podcast is a production of the Providence Road Church of Christ in Charlotte, NC.  Music by...

At a time when mental health struggles and loneliness are reaching unprecedented levels, the need to rediscover joy, community, and purpose has never been greater. But what if the key isn’t found by turning inward—but by turning outward? That’s the heart of our conversation with Dr. Richard Beck. Richard is a professor of psychology at Abilene Christian University, a widely-read blogger, and the a...

Tune in this week to hear from Julie Adkins & Linda Thrasher about their involvement and experiences at Dove's Nest (a part of Charlotte Rescue Mission). Dove's Nest is one of Providence Road's community partners and we'd love for you to jump in and serve. To do that, reach out to Jeanna Allstun via email: dovesnest@prcoc.org Thank you for listening! This podcast is a produ...

Tune in this week to hear from Frank Crawford, our Community Care Council lead and liaison to one of our community partners, Lansdowne Elementary. If you would like to get involved or find ways to plug in, you can connect with Frank via email: lansdowne@prcoc.org Thank you for listening! This podcast is a production of the Providence Road Church of Christ in Charlotte, NC.  Music by Daniel Reed

Join Matt as he sits down with Jon McDowell & Andrew Brackins to discuss the season of Lent and it's significance for our faith. This is part two of the conversation - we encourage you to go back and listen to part one if you haven't had the chance.  Thank you for listening! This podcast is a production of the Providence Road Church of Christ in Charlotte, NC.  Music by Daniel Reed

Join Matt as he sits down with Jon McDowell & Andrew Brackins to discuss the season of Lent and it's significance for our faith! This is part one of the conversation so be on the look out for next week's episode to finish the discussion. Thank you for listening! This podcast is a production of the Providence Road Church of Christ in Charlotte, NC.  Music by Daniel Reed

The book of Exodus began with the people under the cloud of oppression.  Chapter 40 closes with them sitting under the cloud of God’s glorious presence.  How does the story of Exodus capture the whole story of the Bible? Who and what will stand in the way of God’s promises and faithfulness? How does this encourage you? What lessons have you learned from this study? In Exodus 40:34-38 we see the gl...

Scripture is full of warnings about idolatry.  What is idolatry and why does God detest it (Exodus 20:1-8)?  What is the attraction of idols? The Bible also makes it clear that idols are useless (Jeremiah 2:11; 16:20; 1 Samuel 12:21), but what is their danger (Psalm 115:8; Romans 1:21-13).  Have you ever considered the demonic influence behind idols (Psalm 106:36-37; Deuteronomy 32:17; 1 Corinthia...

“Consecrating the Priests: Clothes Make the Man” Of the priestly garments described in chapter 28, which one stands out to you the most and why? Aaron’s heart is mentioned three times in two verses (28:29-30). What does that suggest to us about the role of the high priest? Aaron is the first in a long line of high priests and pre-figures the high priesthood of Jesus. Read Hebrews 4:14-16; 7:23-28;...

“A Sanctuary for God” (Exodus 25-27) What is the significance of the tabernacle for the divine presence (25:8)? When the ark was constructed, the tablets of the covenant law would be placed inside and on top of the ark there would be an atonement cover. What might be the significance of the atonement cover (also called the mercy seat) being situated over the tablets of the law? Discuss how each of...

Mt. Sinai (Exodus 19-20) How many of the Ten Commandments do you remember (without looking at them)?  God’s holiness and grace are demonstrated in His giving Israel the Ten Words.  Before He does, he reminds them of his goodness (19:3-6).  Why do think God did that before giving them the Ten Words?  How can we keep from forgetting God’s goodness to us? Compare Exodus 19:6 with 1 Peter 2:9. How are...

"The Grumbling Begins" (16-17:7) In Exodus 16:1-3, the people begin to grumble against Moses & Aaron.  In what ways are grumbling and anxiety symptoms of ingratitude and weak faith?  Why do we have a tendency to glorify the past?   How did the provision of manna teach Israel faith and trust?  How did it teach the Sabbath principle?  What can we draw from their experience? The people,...