Renown

Renown

por Tobin Curtis, Josh Emery, & Matt Dyer
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Finding Jesus in 1 Kings
In this episode of Renown, Tobin, Josh, and Matt walk through 1 Kings, tracing how the rise and fall of Israel’s kings point us to Jesus as the true and greater King. From Solomon’s golden temple and tragic compromise to Ahab, Jezebel, and the showdown on Mount Carmel, they unpack God’s jealousy for exclusive worship and His relentless faithfulness to a wandering people. The guys highlight Elijah’s ministry, the danger of small compromises, and why leaders bear a unique responsibility to lead others toward—or away from—God. They wrap up with practical discipleship questions about who is ruling your heart, what idols you must reject, and how to finish well as a follower of Christ.
Finding Jesus in 2 Samuel
This episode of Renown continues our year-long journey of finding Jesus in every book of the Bible as we dive into 2 Samuel. Tobin, Joshua, and the team trace David’s rise to the throne, the holiness of God seen in Uzzah and the ark, and the need for a mediator ultimately fulfilled in Christ. They unpack the tenderness of David’s covenant love toward Mephibosheth as a vivid picture of grace, and then soberly walk through David’s sin with Bathsheba, the murder of Uriah, and the painful consequences that follow. Throughout, they highlight how David’s life—his humility, failures, repentance, and devotion—points us to Jesus, the true King after God’s own heart, whose mercy is greater than our sin.
Finding Jesus in 1 Samuel
Renown continues our “Finding Jesus in Every Book” journey as Tobin, Josh, and guest Glenn Cossaboom, dive into 1 Samuel. Together they trace the transition from judges to kings, unpacking Hannah’s desperate prayer, Samuel’s calling, Israel’s demand for a king, and the rise of Saul and David. Along the way they explore how Jesus is foreshadowed in Samuel’s prophetic ministry, Saul’s tragic failure, and David’s unexpected anointing and victory over Goliath. This episode presses into themes of obedience over appearance, character over charisma, and faithfulness in the wilderness, offering practical discipleship takeaways for everyday believers.
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Finding Jesus: Genesis - Ruth Review
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.
Finding Jesus in the Book of Judges
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?
Finding Jesus in the Book of Joshua
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?
Finding Jesus in Deuteronomy
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?
Finding Jesus in The Book of Numbers
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.
Finding Jesus in Leviticus
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 Jesus When 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?
Exodus Part 2: Jesus and the Tabernacle
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)?
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