In the mess of the life, I hear a echo in the Psalms of what Christ has done for me. "He has redeemed my soul in peace from the battle that was against me." God's providence hinges on the Cross, where Christ meets my deepest need.
The only reason I think providence is hidden is because I am looking in the wrong place (my current circumstances). When if I turned around, I would see sweet providence needs one validation. The Cross is that validation.
This reveals my lack of faith, and perhaps providence is not so hidden after all.