Polity Matters
Edburg, Nelson, Ratliff
A podcast on the foundations of Presbyterian Church government. Hosted by Scott Edburg, Jared Nelson, and Ben Ratliff.
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Oct 15, 2024 • 45min
52. The Whole Thing Is A Chonk (BCO 19 Part 1)
Delve into the fascinating world of licensure within the church, where personal experiences and historic insights shed light on the process. Discover the crucial requirements for Presbyterian preaching and the role of Presbytery authorization in maintaining gospel integrity. Explore the unique pulpit supply regulations that vary across regions, and learn why early licensure is vital for ministry preparation. The rigorous journey through licensure and ordination exams is also highlighted, emphasizing the significance of a solid foundation in biblical studies.
Oct 8, 2024 • 44min
51. Fantasy Presbytery (BCO 18)
The one where Ben comes out against youth ministers. And we talk about BCO 18.Send us a text message! (but bear in mind the we can't see who sends it unless you tell us...)Support the showScott's TwitterJared's TwitterBen's Twitter
Oct 1, 2024 • 25min
50. The Backslap of Fellowship (BCO 17)
It's a short chapter today as the boys jump into BCO 17: the Doctrine of Ordination.Send us a text message! (but bear in mind the we can't see who sends it unless you tell us...)Support the showScott's TwitterJared's TwitterBen's Twitter
Sep 24, 2024 • 42min
49. Just Meant to Shovel Manure (BCO 16)
It's all about being called to ministry! BCO 16 is here.Called to the Ministry by Ed ClowneyThe Reformed Pastor by Richard BaxterThe Call by Os GuinnessThe Christian Ministry by Charles BridgesSend us a text message! (but bear in mind the we can't see who sends it unless you tell us...)Support the showScott's TwitterJared's TwitterBen's Twitter
Sep 17, 2024 • 54min
48. I Feel Lost and Alone (BCO 15)
We're back! Onto BCO 15! Support Polity Matters: buymeacoffee.com/politymattersRead along in the BCOSend us a text message! (but bear in mind the we can't see who sends it unless you tell us...)Support the showScott's TwitterJared's TwitterBen's Twitter
Sep 10, 2024 • 1h 4min
47. Happy Birthday!
It's our first birthday and we threw a party with some friends! Ryan Biese, Steve Tipton, and Fred Greco joined us for some fun and festivities as we celebrated this milestone. Enjoy!Send us a text message! (but bear in mind the we can't see who sends it unless you tell us...)Support the showScott's TwitterJared's TwitterBen's Twitter
Aug 27, 2024 • 44min
46. RPCNA Roundup
We are glad to welcome Nathan Eshelman to the show! He brings greetings and updates from the RPCNA.Nathan is pastor of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of Orlando.Jerusalem Chamber PodcastNathan writes for Gentle Reformation and Meet the Puritans and is the author of I Have a Confession published by Crown & Covenant.Send us a text message! (but bear in mind the we can't see who sends it unless you tell us...)Support the showScott's TwitterJared's TwitterBen's Twitter
Aug 13, 2024 • 55min
45. CRC Roundup
Scott and Ben catch up with Tyler Wagenmaker of the Christian Reformed Church, following their Synod meeting earlier this summer.Send us a text message! (but bear in mind the we can't see who sends it unless you tell us...)Support the showScott's TwitterJared's TwitterBen's Twitter
Jul 30, 2024 • 55min
44. OPC Roundup
The guys spend time hearing about the PCA's long lost sister, the OPC. With guest Andrew Miller.Glorifying and Enjoying God: 52 Devotions through the Westminster Shorter Catechism (Boekestein, Cruse, Miller)Send us a text message! (but bear in mind the we can't see who sends it unless you tell us...)Support the showScott's TwitterJared's TwitterBen's Twitter
Jul 16, 2024 • 51min
43. EPC Roundup
Ben and Jared are joined by Dustin Jernigan from the EPC to get the deets on their 2024 General Assembly.Send us a text message! (but bear in mind the we can't see who sends it unless you tell us...)Support the showScott's TwitterJared's TwitterBen's Twitter
