The Providence Road Podcast

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 persevered in their faith through t...

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 persevered in their faith through t...

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 persevered in their faith through t...

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 persevered in their faith through t...

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 persevered in their faith through t...

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 persevered in their faith through t...

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 persevered in their faith through t...

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 persevered in their faith through t...

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 persevered in their faith through t...

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 author of several ...

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

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1. 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?
2. In Exodus 40:34-38 we see the glory of God come down to dwell. B...

1. 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?
2. 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 Corinthians 10:20).
3. History is often influ...

“Consecrating the Priests: Clothes Make the Man”

1. Of the priestly garments described in chapter 28, which one stands out to you the most and why?
2. 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?
3. 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; 9:11-14; 10:19-22). In what ways ...

“A Sanctuary for God” (Exodus 25-27)

1. What is the significance of the tabernacle for the divine presence (25:8)?
2. 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?
3. Discuss how each of these prefigures Jesus and the go...