Christian Formation

What is the church? And does the church really need to be in the statement of faith for all believers? In this episode, we seek to show the beauty and importance of Christ’s body, the church.

Resources From Providence

Trinity Series

• 132 - God the Father: Trinity Series
• 133 - God the Son: Trinity Series
• 134 - The Holy Spirit: Trinity Series
• 135 - Questions Over the Trinity

Doctrines of Grace

• 093 - Doctrines of Grace / Calvinism
• 094 - Total Depravity
• 095 - Unconditional Election
• 096 - Limited Atonement
• 097 - Irresistible Grace
• 098 - Perseverance of the Saints
• 100 - Debated Passages in the Doctrines of Grace Conversation
• 101 - Q & A Over the Doctrines of Grace

Church Membership at Providence

• 138 - Commitments of Church Members
• 139 - Proclaim and Protect, Contribute, Sacraments

Readings

• Providence's Statement of Faith

What is the Christian belief of sanctification? What does it mean? Why is it important? And why should it be central to our faith and practice? Join us as we discuss the Bible's answers to these questions.

Resources From Providence

• Doctrines of Grace Episodes
  • 093 - Doctrines of Grace / Calvinism
  • 094 - Total Depravity
  • 095 - Unconditional Election
  • 096 - Limited Atonement
  • 097 - Irresistible Grace
  • 098 - Perseverance of the Saints
  • 100 - Debated Passages in the Doctrines of Grace Conversation
  • 101 - Q & A Over the Doctrines of Grace
• Providence's Statement of Faith

What do we believe about God’s salvation of his people? There are many options for salvation, shalom, nirvana, bliss, wholeness, etc. Different religions teach various things, and most people assume a variety of means. In this episode, we seek to understand the Christian belief of how humanity is saved.

Resources From Providence

• Doctrines of Grace Episodes
  • 094 - Total Depravity
  • 093 - Doctrines of Grace / Calvinism
• Trinity Episodes
  • 132 - God the Father: Trinity Series
  • 133 - God the Son: Trinity Series
  • 134 - The Holy Spirit: Trinity Series
  • 135 - Questions Over the Trinity
• Providence's Statement of Faith

What is Biblical anthropology? The world has always sought to understand humanity - our origins, our inner workings, our ethics, etc. In this episode, we examine the Christian understanding of mankind.

Resources From Providence

• Doctrines of Grace Episodes
  • 094 - Total Depravity
  • 093 - Doctrines of Grace / Calvinism
• Trinity Episodes
  • 132 - God the Father: Trinity Series
  • 133 - God the Son: Trinity Series
  • 134 - The Holy Spirit: Trinity Series
  • 135 - Questions Over the Trinity
• Providence's Statement of Faith

All of what we have discussed in the first 3 articles is revealed to us in Scripture. Therefore, our view of Scripture is necessary for us to know God. In this episode, we seek to understand what Scripture is and its importance in our life.

Resources From Providence

• Trinity Episodes
  • 132 - God the Father: Trinity Series
  • 133 - God the Son: Trinity Series
  • 134 - The Holy Spirit: Trinity Series
  • 135 - Questions Over the Trinity
• Providence's Statement of Faith

Other Resources

• The Gospel Coalition Article, "The Authority and Inerrancy of Scripture"

Who is the Holy Spirit? How are we to understand His role in our lives today? In this episode, we see why the Holy Spirit is so important to the Christian faith.

Resources From Providence

• Trinity Episodes
  • 132 - God the Father: Trinity Series
  • 133 - God the Son: Trinity Series
  • 134 - The Holy Spirit: Trinity Series
  • 135 - Questions Over the Trinity
• Providence's Statement of Faith

What is the importance of the Son of God, Jesus Christ? In this episode, we see why Jesus is central to the Christian faith and practice.

Resources From Providence

• Trinity Episodes
  • 132 - God the Father: Trinity Series
  • 133 - God the Son: Trinity Series
  • 134 - The Holy Spirit: Trinity Series
  • 135 - Questions Over the Trinity
• Providence's Statement of Faith

What is God? All of Christianity centers around the being of God. Therefore, before we believe anything else, we have to understand who the God of Christianity is. In our fist episode of season 10, we look at our belief of the Triune God and discuss what a Statement of Faith is for a church congregation.

Resources From Providence

• Church Membership Episodes
  • 138 - Commitments of Church Members
  • 139 - Proclaim and Protect, Contribute, Sacraments
• Trinity Episodes
  • 132 - God the Father: Trinity Series
  • 133 - God the Son: Trinity Series
  • 134 - The Holy Spirit: Trinity Series
  • 135 - Questions Over the Trinity
• Providence's Statement of Faith

Other Resources

• Adopting and Choosing a Statement of Faith by 9Marks
• What Does Your Church’s Statement of Faith Protect? TGC
• What is a Statement of Faith? DonorBox
• 5 Reasons Your Church Needs a Statement of Faith NewChurches

There are 5 commitments to church membership here at Providence. The first two we touched on last week were "follow" and "gather." This week for the re-release episode, we are diving into the last three: gospel proclamation, a lifestyle of contribution, and a healthy partaking of the sacraments.

The word "commitment" may evoke a feeling of joy or discomfort. In today's world, commitment is most likely met with disdain and tension. However, we are called to commitments not only in daily life, but also in the church if you call yourself a member.

In this episode re-release, we discuss church membership commitments as they relate to Providence members. Join the discussion and keep a look out for our next membership class this fall.