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Polity Matters
19. A Dungeon No One Would Ever Want to Be In (Witherow's 2nd Principle)
Jan 16, 2024
Jim McCarthy, Senior Pastor of Trinity PCA in Statesboro, GA, brings his insights on church governance with a focus on Witherow's second principle that bishops and elders are essentially the same. He shares his experiences as a new pastor, shedding light on the complexities of church leadership and identity. The conversation navigates the humor in home renovations, while also diving into serious discussions about scripture's implications for church authority, identity, and the interconnected roles within ecclesiastical structures.
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- The podcast suggests that bishops and elders are interchangeable titles in the apostolic church, emphasizing a unified role in governance.
- Discussions on Witherow’s principle highlight the significant impact of understanding church leadership roles on the church's operational integrity and purity.
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The episode begins with hosts Ben Ratliff, Jared Nelson, and Scott Edberg welcoming Jim McCarthy, a senior pastor, to discuss Thomas Witherow's book, 'The Apostolic Church, Which Is It?'. They briefly share personal updates, highlighting Scott's home improvement projects as he works on transforming his 100-year-old home basement into a woodworking shop. This sets a relatable tone, showing the hosts as real individuals experiencing life challenges. The episode then shifts focus, inviting Jim to introduce himself and talk about his recent transition to Georgia with his family, emphasizing the pastoral journey.
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