The Providence Road Podcast

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...

Mt. Sinai (Exodus 19-20)

1. How many of the Ten Commandments do you remember (without looking at them)? 
2. 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?
3. Compare Exodus 19:6 with 1 Peter 2:9. How are we a kingdom of priests today?
4. Rea...

"The Grumbling Begins" (16-17:7)

1. 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?  
2. 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?
3. The people, with their complaint about water,...

The Passover and Deliverance Songs (12:29-15:21)

-What features of the Passover speak to you the most?

-The Passover embodied the core event that shaped the identity and mission of God’s people. How does the Lord’s Supper serve the same function for Christians?

-What does 14:10-14 teach us about faith?

-In the songs of Moses and Miriam (15:1-21), v. 7 speaks of the greatness of God’s majesty. What displays of his majesty do you find in...

“God and Pharoah, Plagues and Passover (Exodus 6:1-10:29)

-Exodus 6:4-8 has been referred to as the Exodus gospel. What gospel do you see there? And, what parallels do you see with the gospel of Christ?
-The plagues are also referred to as signs. What spiritual truth(s) do you think the plagues are pointing to?
-How do you understand the issue of Pharoah’s hardened heart and God’s role in it? Can hardened hearts be...

Delivered to Deliver (Exodus 1-4)

Discussion Questions:

• Why was Pharaoh afraid of the Israelites (Exodus 1:1-14)?  Why do leaders often use fear to control populations? 
• How does God’s protection of baby Moses encourage you (Exodus 2:1-10) ?
• Why did Moses first attempt at delivering the Hebrews fail (Exodus 2:11-15?
• Has God ever sent you, like Moses, into a wilderness season (Exodus 2-3)?  What did you learn about yourself...

Introduction: Why Exodus?

Discussion Questions:

• Of all the wonderful stories in the book of Exodus, what is your favorite?  Why?
• How does Exodus help us understand the mission of God, and the ministry of Jesus?
• What comfort comes from knowing that The God we serve is a rescuing God (Exodus 20:2)?
• Why does God want to be known to the world (Exodus 9:16; 19:4-6; 20:7)?

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Scripture teaches that our bodies are good gifts from God and what we do with them matters. The aim of this podcast conversation, in tandem with Matt's Sunday morning Bible class, will be to equip followers of Jesus with a healthy theology of the body in a world increasingly asking questions about gender and sexuality.

Join Matt, Michael, and Daniel for this episode - and make plans to join us at 10am on Sunday mornin...

Scripture teaches that our bodies are good gifts from God and what we do with them matters. The aim of this podcast conversation, in tandem with Matt's Sunday morning Bible class, will be to equip followers of Jesus with a healthy theology of the body in a world increasingly asking questions about gender and sexuality.

Join Matt, Michael, Emily Sanchez, and Daniel for this episode - and make plans to join us at 10am o...

Scripture teaches that our bodies are good gifts from God and what we do with them matters. The aim of this podcast conversation, in tandem with Matt's Sunday morning Bible class, will be to equip followers of Jesus with a healthy theology of the body in a world increasingly asking questions about gender and sexuality.

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