Christian Community is Hard Work

Christian Community is Hard Work

As a staff member at Providence, Sunday mornings are often equal parts exciting and exhausting. I spend a large portion of my week preparing for our worship services, and seeing the entire congregation gathered together always makes the effort worth it. Between...
Open Door Policy

Open Door Policy

“I can’t do it. I can’t finish this for you and this is going to have to be my last day. I am really sorry.”  These are not the words you want to hear from your contractor when you’re standing in the middle of a gutted kitchen. When we moved into our house, we found a...
Many Members, One Body

Many Members, One Body

When was the last time you stopped to marvel at your hand? Have you ever stood in awe of the 27 bones and over 100 ligaments that God designed to work in complete harmony every second of every day to accomplish even the most simple of tasks? The intricate design of...
By This All People Will Know

By This All People Will Know

“All I know is that you need love, and I’ve got a family.”  If you recognize these lyrics, you might be a product of the 90’s. Audio Adrenaline had it right, though. The concept isn’t just nostalgic—it’s biblical.  Scriptural Roots The idea that the church is a family...
Discipleship is More Than an Event

Discipleship is More Than an Event

Note from the Editor: FOCUS Weekend begins March 1. As the student team prepares for a few days of intense discipleship, Grant Hoover explains the philosophy behind these events, specifically about what they can and can’t do. Discipleship is always happening, even in...
What We’re Thanking God For This Year

What We’re Thanking God For This Year

Thanksgiving week is upon us! This is a special time to reflect on all that we have to be thankful for. I happen to be writing this the day after the Texas Rangers won their first World Series Championship. I know that there are many who are thankful for this in our...