Recommended Reading for Maturing Disciples

Recommended Reading for Maturing Disciples

This year our staff and elders are reviving a Providence tradition—a round-up of some of our favorite books. This year’s list looks a little different, though. Rather than books they’ve read in the past year, we asked our staff and elders to recommend books related to...
Encouragement For The Imperfect Father

Encouragement For The Imperfect Father

Like so many dads, I will never forget the first time I held my son. I had dreamed of the moment for so long. I had always wondered what it would feel like to finally meet Caleb. Then, suddenly, a nurse wrapped up my baby boy, handed him over to me, and exclaimed,...
What Has Jesus Done?

What Has Jesus Done?

Whenever you see Isaiah Shultz around church, at work, or hanging out with his friends, you’ll notice his bracelet. It has a simple question inscribed on it – “What has Jesus done?”  The bracelet was a gift from his close friend and roommate, marking a pivotal...
How I Prioritize The Good Portion

How I Prioritize The Good Portion

This weekend, I had the opportunity to preach on an episode in Jesus’ ministry that has been both convicting and encouraging to me through the years. (If you missed it, you can watch it here.) In the story of Mary and Martha, we see a powerful reminder about the...