The Westminster Standard

The Panel of TE Chas. Stover and REs Tim Rice & Doug Sharp discuss the recent statement from the PCA's MNA PermaCom on Affinity Ministries. The panel expresses concern regarding ethnic divisions among Christians. The opinions and views expressed on this program are not necessarily those of Jude 3 & the PCA. Questions or concerns regarding what is expressed by an individual speaker should be addres...

RE Melton Duncan and TE Jon D. Payne discuss the reason why the PCA has elders and invite us to a conference hosted by the Gospel Reformation Network at St Andrew's Chapel in Sanford, Florida May 7-8. https://gospelreformation.net/conference/

The panel of TEs Roland Mathews, Jake Hooker, and Taylor King discuss whether it is appropriate for the church to be divided or gathered along ethnic lines. Should the gospel transcend our cultural conceptions and preferences or should we seek solidarity along ethnic lines within the Church?

222. The Origin of the Directory for Worship

Last week news broke of MNA providing legal advice to illegal aliens on its website. Further information surfaced suggesting MNA was also encouraging people to advocate for specific government policies, and an article in the Daily Wire raised questions about MNA perhaps securing attorneys to assist immigrants. MNA was quick to withdraw the web pages and issue a statement of repentance acknowledgin...

TEs David Gilbert and Wilson Van Hooser reflect on what it means to be a confessional communion and how the PCA handles elders who have deviant views. An article by TE Sean McGowan inspired the conversation: https://pcapolity.com/2024/11/19/preserving-the-standards/

EPC Pastor Joseph Yerger explains why he is leading his congregation out of the EPC to give up their women elders and join with the PCA . Yerger explains the perceived efforts to bring in sodomite elders by those who seem influential in the EPC has caused the congregation seek refuge in a communion with a more robust commitment to the Scripture and Constitutional Standards.

We begin the year reflecting on how the PCA has become more peaceful as she has become more pure through more closely adhering to the Scripture's teaching and more clearly articulating her constitutional standards. RE Matt Lee & TE Job Dalomba bring their expertise.

TEs Peter Larson and Zack Groff join the program to discuss an article by TE Larson in which he highlights significant changes in the EPC over the last few years, which raise questions regarding whether the EPC is trying to make room for gay pastors. TE Larson's article: https://presbyterianplumbline.org/rebranding-the-epc/

Dr Matthew Everhard, author of *Worshiptainment* and pastor of Gospel Fellowship PCA, joins the show to discuss the principles of Biblical worship. Reformed worship is beautiful as it draws people near to God to hear Him together and speak to Him. Purchase Worshiptainment: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=worshiptainment+matthew+everhard&crid=30JQ5AEF0CVHQ&sprefix=worshiptainment%2Caps%2C103&amp...

TE Philip Ryan joins with two other Covenant Seminary grads, TEs Nate Xanders & Charles Stover to discuss the Ref21 article he wrote detailing his journey from Covenant Seminary student & graduate to Confessional Presbyterian pastor in the PCA. https://www.reformation21.org/blog/from-covenant-to-confessional

Pastors Jonathan Brooks and Andy Coburn join the program to discuss their experience bringing back the evening service in the churches they serve. They share their motivations and principles regarding the importance of evening worship.

TE Thomas Rickard joins the program to discuss the history of the Westminster Directory of Worship and suggest ways a consensus Directory could be a blessing and help to the Sessions and Members of the PCA.

TEs Ben Dunson, Zack Groff, and Zach Garris join for a discussion of the foundations for ministry to the people of God as well as consider some of the challenges posed by feminism to faithfully adhering to the historic, biblical position regarding ministry.

Dr Miles Smith of Hillsdale College joins the program to discuss the role of Christianity in the Nation and to help us sort out the difference between "Christian Nationalism" and historic Christianity.

Pastor Rob Pacienza joins the program to talk about how Christians live as citizens of heaven, but also citizens of a constitutional republic. Should Christians sit out this election?

Dr Jonathan Master reflects on the past and present need for Reformation in the Church.

Is Halloween an appropriate holiday for Christians to observe? Is it all harmless fun or are there serious spiritual concerns that accompany an interest in death, the occult, and fear? Veteran Pastor and PCA Founding Father TE Joseph Pipa joins with TEs Job Dalomba and Zack Groff for a discussion with Ryan Biese.

TEs Matt "Coach'" Adams and NFL Alumnus Wilson Van Hooser to discuss their love for the Lord's Day and how to balance it with interest in sports. Since Ryan Biese has zero interest in sports, these two sportsball fans provide valuable wisdom, commentary, and comedic relief.

Sean Morris and T. David Gordon join the program to discuss Gordon's latest book introducing Christian ethics. We also discuss how the PCA can make better choices together as a communion of God's people. This is only part of the conversation; the balance of the conversation will be released as "bonus material" in a few weeks.

Pastor Darin Stone reflects on his work as a PCA Missionary to the North Carolina State Capitol. Ministry to State is part of the PCA's Mission to North America and their missionaries bring the gospel to those in state and federal government. https://www.ministrytostate.org

Dr Jesse Rine (https://www.faithfulcolleges.org) of the Center for Academic Faithfulness & Flourishing and President Ike Reeder (https://www.bts.education) of Birmingham Theological Seminary join the program to discuss concerns and considerations for Christians considering college.

RE Matt Lee and TE Mark Robison share their insights and perspective on ethnic quotas as part of PCA Church courts. While quotas may flow out of good motives, Lee and Robinson raise concerns both regarding the lack of biblical warrant for such as well as the unintended, adverse consequences of quotas.

RE Ric Springer reflects on his time in the PCA as a clerk of Session, clerk of Presbytery, and long-time Chairman of the Floor Clerks. He remarks on the power of God in the gospel to gather people to Christ.

At the General Synod in 2024, the ARP voted to dissolve Second Presbytery. Now a number of ministers and congregations have voted to leave the communion alleging the Synod lacks the authority to dissolve a presbytery without due process and without its consent. Seth Yi and Jonathan Cook explain their concerns and why they believe this represents a constitutional crisis. https://theaquilareport.com...