Get the Gospel. Never get over the Gospel.

We believe that the gospel is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, for in it the righteousness of God is revealed from beginning to end in faith (Romans 1:16-18).

With the gospel at the center, the Providence Institute is a nine-month equipping program designed to help Providence Church members at any stage lay a strong biblical and theological foundation in their knowledge of God’s Word, their love for Christ, and be equipped to serve and lead in His church. Over the course of the academic year, you’ll walk through the story of Scripture, learn core Christian doctrines, and grow in Christ within the community of believers the local church provides. It includes reading from several textbooks, bi-weekly meetings for small-group discussions and large-group teaching, and written assignments to help students reflect on and respond to what they are learning. 

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Goals of the Providence Church Institute:

This course has been designed to equip students to: 

  • Understand how biblical and systematic theology function to shape and form their spiritual lives.
  • Gain an overview and understanding of the Bible through major biblical events and covenants.
  • Learn to read all of Scripture in light of Christ.
  • Learn the core doctrines of the Christian faith. 
  • Apply sound doctrine to their personal spiritual formation. 
  • Apply the story of Scripture to the story of their lives.
  • Minister to other believers through the gospel and sound doctrine. 
  • Be commissioned into the church and the world in order to serve the church and culture through making disciples.

Class Requirements:

Member of Providence Church

The Institute is specifically intended for Providence Church members who want to be equipped and deployed throughout our church body. If you would like to participate in the Institute but are not a member of the Providence family, please reach out to us or join our next membership class to start the process of making Providence Church your home!

Class Teaching & Cohort Participation 

All students are expected to attend each bi-weekly Institute class and participate in their assigned cohort. Students are expected to be diligent to complete the weekly assignments, which correspond with the bi-weekly cohort discussions and teaching. The cohort discussion questions and assignments will help you get to the heart and application of the truths we study each week.

Reading 

Chapters from the primary textbooks will be assigned weekly that will coincide with the class teaching and discussions. In addition to these readings, selections from Scripture, articles, excerpts, and other resources will be assigned periodically throughout the first and second semester. 

Assignments

Reflection questions will be given from The Providence Institute curriculum that will be used to help guide your reading and retain what you’re learning. Additional assignments given throughout the year include Scripture memory, sharing your testimony, storyline of Scripture and completing your Spiritual Health Snapshot and other projects that aid spiritual formation.

Ministry Involvement 

Institute participants are encouraged to actively serve in the ministries of Providence Church, applying and teaching what they learn over the course of the Institute. 

Primary Textbooks (Provided):

  • Christ from Beginning to End: How the Full Story of Scripture Reveals the Full Glory of Christ by Trent Hunter and Stephen Wellum. 
  • You Are a Theologian: An Invitation to Know and Love God Well by Jen Wilkin and J.T. English. 
  • Union with Christ: The Blessings of Being in Him by Sinclair Ferguson.

In the Fall, you’ll be given assigned chapters from Scripture and from Christ from Beginning to End to guide us through our study of the storyline of Scripture. In the Spring, you’ll be given assigned chapters from Union with Christ and You Are a Theologian to guide us through our study of core Christian doctrines and how it applies to our lives.  

Course Load Expectations:

In addition to the two-hour class times held bi-weekly, students should expect to spend about two to three hours between classes on reading and assignments. 

Course Schedule:

Bi-weekly meetings will be held throughout the fall and spring semesters, with a winter break in December-January. Classes will be held at Providence Church on Monday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm.

Cost:

The cost for the Institute is $50, which covers the cost of required textbooks. Please contact us if cost is an obstacle.

Ready to Go Deeper?

If you’re eager to build a stronger theological foundation, grow in your love for Christ, and be equipped to lead and serve in His church, we invite you to join us for the Providence Institute. Classes begin this fall and space is limited—take your next step today by registering below!

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Got a question?

For more information about The Providence Institute, contact Anna Beth Allan at annabeth@providencefrisco.com.