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• 137. Box of Chocolates Effect (GA Debrief) 30.06.2026 56хв

  Ben welcomes Fred Greco, Steve Tipton, and first-time commissioner RE Jonah Cleveland to debrief after the 53rd PCA General Assembly. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Official Website: politymatters.org Support the Show: Buy Me a Coffee Twitter/X: @PolityMatters Facebook: Polity Matters Page Scott's Twitter Jared's Twitter Ben's Twitter
• 136. Christian Nationalism with David Strain 16.06.2026 33хв

  In this episode, we sit down with David Strain to discuss the PCA's ad interim committee on Christian Nationalism. We explore the diverse definitions of the movement, the ethical challenges it presents in local congregations, and the committee's approach to providing pastoral counsel. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Official Website: politymatters.org Support the Show: Buy Me a Coffee Twitter/X: @PolityMatters Facebook: Polity Matters Page Scott's Twitter Jared's Twitter Ben's Twitter
• 135. AI AIC? 09.06.2026 57хв

  The guys are joined by Joshua Torrey, Frank Cohee, and Adam Parker to discuss the possibility of an Ad Interim Committee on Artificial Intelligence. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Official Website: politymatters.org Support the Show: Buy Me a Coffee Twitter/X: @PolityMatters Facebook: Polity Matters Page Scott's Twitter Jared's Twitter Ben's Twitter
• 134. Nacho Libre Style (BCO 59) 02.06.2026 36хв

  Ben and Jared pair up to work through BCO 59 on the Solemnization of Marriage. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Official Website: politymatters.org Support the Show: Buy Me a Coffee Twitter/X: @PolityMatters Facebook: Polity Matters Page Scott's Twitter Jared's Twitter Ben's Twitter
• 133. One Big Beautiful Directory 26.05.2026 1год 2хв

  Ben, Scott, and Jared sit down with members of the committee tasked with revising the PCA’s Directory for Worship: Nate Shurden, Joel St. Clair, and Chad Van Dixhoorn. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Official Website: politymatters.org Support the Show: Buy Me a Coffee Twitter/X: @PolityMatters Facebook: Polity Matters Page Scott's Twitter Jared's Twitter Ben's Twitter
• 132. Overtures 2026 15.05.2026 3год 31хв

  Ben , Scott , and Jared are joined by friend of the show Alex Ford to tackle the massive slate of overtures for the 53rd General Assembly. This year, a record 90 overtures (89 new and one referred from last year) are on the docket, covering everything from the diaconate to artificial intelligence. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Official Website: politymatters.org Support the Show: Buy Me a Coffee Twitter/X: @PolityMatters Facebook: Polity Matters Page Scott's Twitter Jared's Twitter ...
• 131. Dinner Call (BCO 58 Part Two) 12.05.2026 31хв

  Ben, Scott, and Jared dive into BCO 58, exploring the constitutional requirements and practical nuances of administering the Lord's Supper within the PCA. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Official Website: politymatters.org Support the Show: Buy Me a Coffee Twitter/X: @PolityMatters Facebook: Polity Matters Page Scott's Twitter Jared's Twitter Ben's Twitter
• 130. OPE (BCO 58 Part One) 05.05.2026 40хв

  Ben, Scott, and Jared dive into BCO 58, exploring the constitutional requirements and practical nuances of administering the Lord's Supper within the PCA. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Official Website: politymatters.org Support the Show: Buy Me a Coffee Twitter/X: @PolityMatters Facebook: Polity Matters Page Scott's Twitter Jared's Twitter Ben's Twitter
• 129. This is a Very Good Vow (BCO 57 Part Two) 28.04.2026 19хв

  In this episode of Polity Matters, we walk through the last two sections of BCO 57: The Admission of Persons to Sealing Ordinances. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Official Website: politymatters.org Support the Show: Buy Me a Coffee Twitter/X: @PolityMatters Facebook: Polity Matters Page Scott's Twitter Jared's Twitter Ben's Twitter
• 128. The Water Must Be Wetted (BCO 57 Part One) 21.04.2026 23хв

  In this episode of Polity Matters, we walk through BCO 57: The Admission of Persons to Sealing Ordinances, focusing on how individuals—especially covenant children—are received into communing membership. We discuss pastoral practice, the role of the session, and the meaning of the membership vows. Along the way, we explore how the church faithfully shepherds people toward the Lord’s Table. PCA Book of Church Order (BCO): https://www.pcaac.org/bco/ The OPC Book of Church Order: https://opc.o...
• 127. Biblical and Adorable (BCO 56 Part Two) 14.04.2026 48хв

  In this episode, Ben, Scott, and Jared dive into BCO 56, walking through the theological and practical requirements for the administration of baptism in the PCA. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Official Website: politymatters.org Support the Show: Buy Me a Coffee Twitter/X: @PolityMatters Facebook: Polity Matters Page Scott's Twitter Jared's Twitter Ben's Twitter
• 126. Celsius Shaped Hole (BCO 56 Part One) 07.04.2026 29хв

  In this episode, Ben, Scott, and Jared dive into BCO 56, walking through the theological and practical requirements for the administration of baptism in the PCA. Cherry Hill Bibles Send us Fan Mail Support the show Official Website: politymatters.org Support the Show: Buy Me a Coffee Twitter/X: @PolityMatters Facebook: Polity Matters Page Scott's Twitter Jared's Twitter Ben's Twitter
• 125. Baptists Maybe (BCO 55) 31.03.2026 14хв

  In this episode, Ben, Jared, and Scott dive into BCO 55 in the Directory for the Worship of God. The men discusses the importance, biblical basis, and practical application of confessing the faith publicly within the local congregation. Resources & Links: PCA Book of Church Order (BCO): Read the full text of Chapter 55. The Westminster Standards: Explore the Confession of Faith and the Shorter and Larger Catechisms. Trinity Psalter Hymnal: The hymnal discussed by the hosts for its inclu...
• 124. Pearls of Wisdom From Rick Warren (BCO 54) 24.03.2026 29хв

  In this episode, Ben Ratliff, Scott Edberg, and Jared Nelson dive into the theological and practical implications of BCO 54, exploring how the PCA views stewardship, the tithe, and the role of offerings in the worship service. From the "floor" of the tithe to the humor of "gerbil mascots," the team breaks down what it means to acknowledge God as the owner of all things. General Assembly 2026 (Louisville, KY) Dates: June 22–26, 2026.Official GA Website: pcaga.org — Use this for registration an...
• 123. Loose Extemporary Harangues (BCO 53) 17.03.2026 42хв

  In this episode of Polity Matters Ben, Scott, and Jared dive into the Book of Church Order (BCO) Chapter 53, which outlines the church's doctrine and practice regarding the preaching of the Word. From the theological weight of preaching as a means of grace to the practicalities of sermon length and the (unfortunate) inability to laser-engrave gerbils with the show's logo, the trio explores what it means to handle the Word of Truth rightly. Connect & Feedback Official Website: politymatter...
• 122. Polity Nerds Stick Together 10.03.2026 43хв

  Jeffrey Choi, a PCA pastor in Los Angeles, discusses the nuances of Overture 37, the role of women in the diaconate, and the implications for PCA polity. https://orchardla.org/ https://pcaga.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Overture-37_Pacific_9-3.pdf Send us Fan Mail Support the show Official Website: politymatters.org Support the Show: Buy Me a Coffee Twitter/X: @PolityMatters Facebook: Polity Matters Page Scott's Twitter Jared's Twitter Ben's Twitter
• 121. Put the Cookies on the Bottom Shelf (BCO 52) 03.03.2026 42хв

  Ben’s blog: https://www.pulpitmatters.com/ Leading in Prayer: A Workbook for Worship – Hughes Oliphant Old A comprehensive guide for pastors and worship leaders on the theology and practice of public prayer. Purchase via Westminster Bookstore | Purchase via ChristianbookA Method for Prayer – Matthew Henry The classic Puritan work on "praying the Bible." Purchase via Reformation Heritage Books | Purchase via Westminster BookstoreThe Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers an...
• 120. In the Shower or at Church (BCO 51) 24.02.2026 36хв

  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Official Website: politymatters.org Support the Show: Buy Me a Coffee Twitter/X: @PolityMatters Facebook: Polity Matters Page Scott's Twitter Jared's Twitter Ben's Twitter
• 119. Lead My Sheep 17.02.2026 33хв

  Lead My Sheep at PCABookStore Jon on the Growing Togehter podcast https://www.howtotrainelders.com Send us Fan Mail Support the show Official Website: politymatters.org Support the Show: Buy Me a Coffee Twitter/X: @PolityMatters Facebook: Polity Matters Page Scott's Twitter Jared's Twitter Ben's Twitter
• 118. In Your Vulgar Tongue (BCO 50) 10.02.2026 30хв

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