Renown

This recap episode of Renown walks through Genesis to Ruth, highlighting how every part of the Old Testament points to Jesus. Tobin, Josh, and Matt trace messianic themes from the first gospel promise in Genesis 3, through the Passover lamb, the tabernacle, the sacrificial system in Leviticus, the bronze serpent and water from the rock in Numbers, and Moses as a type of Christ in Deuteronomy. They show how Joshua’s leadership, Rahab’s scarlet cord, the flawed judges, and Ruth’s kinsman-redeemer all foreshadow Christ’s salvation, kingship, and grace to outsiders. Throughout, the conversation connects these “Jesus sightings” to personal discipleship, reminding listeners that God has always had a sovereign plan to redeem people from every tribe, tongue, and nation.

This podcast episode of Renown explores the Book of Ruth and how it points to Jesus as our ultimate kinsman redeemer. The hosts walk through the narrative of Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz—looking at themes of famine, faithfulness, return to Bethlehem, and God’s provision and timing. They unpack key typologies that foreshadow Christ, including the symbolism of Bethlehem as the “house of bread,” the covering of Ruth with Boaz’s garment, and the lineage leading to David and ultimately Jesus. Finally, they apply Ruth’s story to discipleship and outreach, emphasizing generosity, covenant love, and trusting God in seasons of loss and uncertainty.Ruth’s Loyalty & Our DiscipleshipRuth leaves everything to stay with Naomi and follow Naomi’s God (Ruth 1:16–17).In what specific ways might God be asking you to “leave” something familiar or comfortable in order to follow Him more fully right now?Boaz as Kinsman Redeemer & JesusBoaz has the right, the resources, and the will to redeem Ruth and Naomi.How does this picture help you understand what Jesus has done for you as your Redeemer, and where do you still struggle to trust His provision?God’s Providence in Hard SeasonsNaomi feels “empty” and bitter, yet God is quietly arranging redemption through Ruth and Boaz.Looking back on a hard season in your life, where can you now see God’s hidden hand at work, and how might that change the way you respond to current difficulties?

In Judges, we catch glimpses of Jesus in the “angel of the Lord” who steps into Israel’s darkness with divine rescue. The judges themselves are flawed, temporary saviors who point to our need for a true and better Deliverer. Through Israel’s repeated cycle of rebellion and rescue, Judges stirs a longing for a King who won’t fail or leave His people. That longing is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus, our eternal Judge, King, and Savior.Where do we see Jesus foreshadowed in Judges(e.g., the “angel of the Lord,” the flawed deliverers, Samson’s final act), and how do these glimpses deepen your understanding of Him as our true Deliverer, King, and Bridegroom?How does the cycle of sin → oppression → crying out → rescue in Judges mirror patterns in your own life, and what would true repentance (heart-change, not just behavior-change) look like for you right now?Israel’s failure to “drive out” what God commanded them to remove led to compromise and eventual collapse. What “Canaanites” (habits, relationships, priorities, idols) are you currently tolerating instead of driving out, and what concrete steps could you take to obey God more fully?

Renown is a podcast where we take a year-long journey through Scripture, finding Jesus in every book of the Bible and discovering what that means for us today. In this episode, we’ve crossed the wilderness and are standing on the edge of the Promised Land as we explore the book of Joshua. We’ll trace the connections between Joshua and Jesus, from the meaning of His name to the scarlet cord of Rahab, the commander of the Lord’s army, and the call to courageous obedience. Join us as we see how God’s faithfulness, victory, and rest in Joshua point us to Christ and challenge us to walk in wholehearted discipleship.Seeing Jesus in JoshuaHow does Joshua’s Hebrew name (Yeshua, “The LORD is salvation”) help you see Jesus more clearly in this book?In what ways is Joshua a “type of Christ” (foreshadowing Jesus) as a leader who brings God’s people into rest?Rahab and the Scarlet CordRead Joshua 2 and 6. What does Rahab’s faith teach us about God’s heart for outsiders and people with broken pasts?How does the scarlet cord connect to the Passover blood and ultimately to the blood of Christ? What does that mean for your own confidence in salvation?Jericho and ObedienceWhy do you think God chose such an unusual strategy (marching, trumpets, shouting) for the fall of Jericho?Can you think of a time God asked you to obey in a way that “didn’t make sense”? What happened when you did or didn’t obey?The Commander of the LORD’s Army (Joshua 5:13–15)What is significant about the commander saying “Neither” when Joshua asks whose side he is on?How does this challenge the way we often think about “God being on our side” versus us being on His?Achan and the Cost of Sin (Joshua 7)What does Achan’s story teach about how “private” sin affects family, community, and spiritual victory?Where might you be tempted to think, “This only affects me”? What would “fully dealing with it” look like?

Journey with the Renown podcast team into the book of Deuteronomy, where the 40-year wilderness story comes to a close and the stage is set for the Promised Land. In this episode, they trace how Jesus is revealed through the promised prophet like Moses, the rock of salvation, the cities of refuge, and the call to a circumcised heart. They unpack how the law is framed by God’s grace, explore the blessings and curses, and reflect on Moses’ plea to “choose life,” connecting it all to modern discipleship, outreach, Sabbath, and learning to remember God’s faithfulness in everyday life.Finding Jesus in Deuteronomy Read Deuteronomy 18:15–19. How does this “prophet like Moses” point to Jesus? How is Jesus like Moses, and how is He greater than Moses?Read Deuteronomy 32:3–4 and 1 Corinthians 10:1–4. What does it mean that God (and Christ) is called “the Rock”? How has Jesus been a “rock” in your own life?Look at the cities of refuge in Deuteronomy 19. In what ways do these cities picture Jesus as our refuge and safe place from judgment?Deuteronomy speaks of circumcision of the heart(e.g., Deut. 10:16; 30:6). How does this foreshadow the new birth and heart transformation Jesus talks about in John 3?

In this episode of Renown, the team from Christ Community Fellowship continues their journey of “finding Jesus in every book of the Bible” by diving into the book of Numbers. Tobin, Josh, Matt, and guest Pastor Frank Gleason unpack key stories like Balaam and his talking donkey, the bronze serpent, and Israel’s wilderness wanderings, showing how each points forward to Christ and exposes our own tendency to complain, fear, and chase idols. Along the way, they highlight God’s holiness, patience, and mercy, contrasting human failure with the faithfulness of Jesus as the true and better Savior. The conversation also features a practical call to prayer and evangelism through the 1 Million Souls in 50 Days initiative and tools like Bless Every Home, inviting listeners to join a focused, relational movement of prayer for their neighbors and communities.

In this episode of the Renown Podcast, pastors Tobin Curtis, Josh Emery, and Matt Dyer continue the “Finding Jesus Throughout the Bible” series by unpacking Leviticus—exploring the five main offerings, the Day of Atonement and the scapegoat, and how all of it points to Jesus as our once-for-all sacrifice and Great High Priest. They discuss redemption, holiness, and what it means to live a transformed, God-centered life rather than a works-based, “me-centered” faith, drawing connections from Hebrews, 1 Peter, Romans, and Acts. The episode closes with a call to pray for those who need salvation and to live as grateful disciples who are cleansed to serve, not serving to be cleansed.Big Picture: Leviticus and JesusWhen you hear “Leviticus,” what comes to mind first: rules, sacrifices, boredom, confusion, something else? Why?After this teaching, how would you briefly explain to someone how Leviticus points to Jesus?Read Hebrews 9:11–14. What specific connections do you see between this passage and the sacrifices in Leviticus?Read Leviticus 16:20–22 and Hebrews 9:24–28.How is the goat that is killed like Jesus?How is the scapegoat that carries sin away like Jesus?What does it mean for you personally that Jesus both pays for your sin and carries it away (not just covered, but removed)?Are there sins from your past that you intellectually know are forgiven, but still “feel” like they cling to you? What would it look like to trust Jesus as your “scapegoat” in those areas?

The podcast episode delves into the symbolism of the tabernacle in Exodus, highlighting its role as a mobile worship center and a foreshadowing of Jesus. Key elements discussed include the bronze altar for sacrifice, the wash basin for cleansing, the holy place with its furniture, and the Holy of Holies with the Ark of the Covenant. The conversation emphasizes the tabernacle's significance in understanding Jesus's sacrifice and the new covenant. The discussion also touches on the importance of obedience, the role of the high priest, and the transformation from slavery to sonship, drawing parallels to modern Christian life and worship.There was only one entrance into the tabernacle.How does this connect to Jesus’ words in John 14:6 (“I am the way…”)?What are some “other doors” people try to use today?Golden Lamp stand – “I am the light of the world” (John 8:12)What does it practically mean for Jesus to be your light in decision-making, temptation, and suffering?In what ways are you (or your church) called to be a “lamp stand” that reflects that light?Torn Veil (Matthew 27:50–51)What does “access to God” actually look like in daily life?Are there ways you still live as if there’s a veil between you and God (shame, distance, formality)?

The podcast episode discusses finding Jesus in the book of Exodus. Tobin Curtis, Josh Emery, and Matt Dyer explore the symbolism and theophanies in Exodus, drawing parallels between Moses and Jesus, such as both being threatened as infants and leading their people out of slavery. They highlight the Passover lamb as a type of Christ, emphasizing Jesus' sacrifice and the new covenant. The conversation also touches on the Israelites' rebellion, the significance of the burning bush, and the importance of faith and obedience. The episode concludes with a prayer focus and encouragement to spend time in God's Word.Bible Study Questions: Where do you most clearly see the gospel already being preached in story-form in Exodus?In what ways does Moses foreshadow Jesus? List as many as you can (birth, calling, mission, etc.).How would you explain to a non-believer what it means that “Christ, our Passover Lamb, has been sacrificed”?What is one specific way you can intentionally behold Jesus more this week (Scripture, prayer, worship, obedience)?How does the Exodus story help you explain the gospel to someone who has never read the New Testament?

Tobin Curtis, Joshua Emery and Matt Dyer discuss the biblical narrative from Genesis, emphasizing God's personal and intimate interactions with individuals like Abraham, Hagar, and Jacob. They highlight the genealogy of the Messiah, the significance of Abraham's lineage, and the prophetic elements in stories like Abraham's sacrifice of Isaac, which foreshadow Jesus. They also explore the concept of theophany, the pre-incarnate Christ, and the symbolism of Melchizedek. The conversation underscores God's personal connection with each believer, His plan of redemption from the beginning, and the importance of discipleship and outreach.Big Story & GenealogyTracing the Line: How does it change the way you read Genesis to see it as tracing the line of the Messiah (Noah → Abraham → Isaac → Jacob → Joseph → Jesus) rather than just random stories?Flawed People, Faithful God: Abraham, Jacob, and Joseph’s brothers are all deeply flawed.What does that say about who God chooses and uses?How does that encourage or challenge you personally?God’s Immensity and NearnessCreator and Personal Friend: In what ways have you experienced God as huge/almighty (Creator) vs. near and personal(who sees and knows you)? Which side is harder for you to believe right now?“The God Who Sees Me”: Hagar calls God “the God who sees me.”Where in your life do you most need to believe that God sees and understands you right now?If you have questions or would like to send us a prayer request just text "Renown" to (207) 501-3332

We have rebranded, refocused, and re-energized our church podcast to reach a broader audience. This is our first "Renown" podcast where we explain who we are, what we will be discussing and why. Psalm 135:13 "Your name, Lord, endures forever, your renown, Lord, through all generations."Email us for podcast notes: [email protected]