Podcasts about Church discipline

Part 7 of "Church, Unpacked."  Matthew 18:15-17 and others. This sermon is an introduction to process known as church discipline as outlined in the New Testament.

How is church discipline one of the keys of the kingdom? What's its purpose?

Joel and Troy discuss Church Discipline and compare it to what we see throughout Church History. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Title: The Necessity of Church Discipline Passage: 1 Corinthians 5:1-5 The Wickedness of Tolerating Sin (vv. 1-2) The Power and Authority to Act is From the Lord (vv. 3-5) Deliver this Man to Satan (v. 5)

Our culture values tolerance almost above all, but what does the Bible say about tolerance? We will also discuss the Church Discipline Process outlined by Jesus.

Pastor Richard Barcellos, Various texts.

Yes. There is a place for church discipline—but its purpose is restoration and protection, not punishment, condemnation, or making someone acceptable to God.In 1 Corinthians 5, Paul addressed an extreme, public case of sexual immorality that was being tolerated and even celebrated. The church was instructed to remove the man from the congregation temporarily. This was not because he had lost salvation or God's forgiveness. Paul still expected his spirit to be saved, and the goal was ultimately restoration (1 Corinthians 5:5).

Why would a loving church ever put someone out of its fellowship? On this Beyond the Notes episode, Pastor Russell Howard takes us past his Sunday notes on church discipline and into a real case history from the New Testament. Walking through 1 Corinthians 5 and 2 Corinthians 2, he traces how the church at Corinth confronted a man in serious, public, unrepentant sin, and how, about a year later, that same man repented and was restored. He connects it all to the steps Jesus laid out in Matthew 18. You will walk away seeing that church discipline is not about driving people away but about calling them home, for their good and the health of the whole church. For anyone who has wondered how grace and accountability fit together, this one brings clarity. Presented by McGregor Podcast 2026 Visit Our Website at McGregorPodcast.com New to McGregor? Plan a visit at mcgregor.net/plan-a-visit

In this episode of the Revolve Recap, we answer a mailbag question all the way from Japan about preventing Discovery Bible Studies from straying into heresy. We dive deep into why Bible studies can never replace the local church, who is ultimately responsible for your soul, and why healthy discipleship requires a diverse, local body of believers.Plus, we share a quick "Tales From the Road" segment from Japan and discuss upcoming opportunities to lead or join a Discipleship Group!---⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Announcements05:47 - Tales From the Road (Japan Version)14:30 - Mailbag!24:01 - Bible Study vs. Church 29:46 - Why Should I Join a Local Church?33:01 - The Church is Not an Event41:34 - Who is Responsible for Your Soul?45:22 - Church Discipline? 47:50 - Why Bible Study Can't Replace the Local Church---

Matthew: The King Has Come "Church Discipline" (Matthew 18:15-20) Jesus knows the church will include people who don't yet belong to Him, and He gives His people a way to respond that seeks restoration first. In Matthew 18:15-20, Pastor Russell Howard walks through the process Jesus lays out for confronting a brother or sister caught in sin: a private conversation, then a small group of witnesses, then the whole church, and only then removal from the congregation as a last resort. Every step aims at winning back a brother, not winning an argument, while also protecting what the church says about Jesus to a watching world. Whether you've been hurt by conflict in a church or you're unsure what to do when someone you love won't turn from sin, this teaching gives you a clear, gracious path forward. Sermon Notes August 16, 2026 Russell Howard • Lead Pastor Presented by McGregor Podcast 2026 Visit Our Website at McGregorPodcast.com There's a place for you here. Plan your first Sunday at mcgregor.net/plan-a-visit

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Do I have to learn every deception of the enemy to be victorious? I know God feels emotions, but what does that mean for how He treats us? How could Jesus be truly tempted if He is God? Are we forgiven by God each time we confess or all at once? What if asking for forgiveness daily just makes me feel better? Why did King Saul call upon a witch? I know someone who was kicked out of church. Is there any place for that? Did the Apostles ever do that?

The reason, parameters and need for Church Discipline.

What do you do when a Christian brother or sister sins against you?In this powerful message from Matthew 18, Lead Pastor Dillon Neely continues our series Book of Matthew: People of the Kingdom with Jesus' greatest teaching on Christian community, conflict, and forgiveness.This is not about venting, gossip, or church-hopping. Jesus gives us a clear, loving process to rescue people from sin and restore relationships: go directly to them, take one or two others, tell it to the church, and always pursue reconciliation.If you've ever struggled with unforgiveness, gossip, bitterness, or difficult conversations in marriage, family, or small group, this message is for you.

A sermon on Church Discipline from Pastor Kevin Love.

A caller asks about church discipline in the New Covenant amid leadership struggles. Andrew unpacks its true purpose—restoration, not control—while warning against legalism, abuse, and avoidance, calling for grace-filled truth and healthy church leadership.

Церковная дисциплина в поместной церкви / Church Discipline in the Local ChurchМатфея 18:1-22I. Почему дисциплина необходима? / Why Is Discipline Necessary?II. Как должна совершаться дисциплина? / How Should Discipline Be Practiced?     А. С соблюдением конфиденциальности / With Confidentiality B. С целью поиска решения / With the Goal of Seeking a SolutionIII. Как относиться к находящимся под дисциплиной? / How Should We Treat Those under Discipline? A. С подчинением Божьему порядку / With Submission to God's Order B. С принятием Божьей воли / With Acceptance of God's Will C. С постоянной молитвой / With Constant Prayer D. С готовностью прощать / With a Readiness to Forgive

Have you ever wondered whether the church is a safe place for people with messy stories? Do some sins seem more forgivable than others?Julie* joins Shannon to share the story behind the chapter featured in Kinda Judgy. She opens up about her unplanned pregnancy, the shame she experienced, the day she stood before her church to read a public confession, and how she eventually discovered that God's mercy was far greater than her guilt.Together, they look at Jesus's encounters with Rahab and the sinful woman at Simon's table, discovering how His mercy transforms both those who feel judged and those who are tempted to judge.*Not her real name. Kinda Judgy: Finding Mercy for Myself and Others in Six Stories of the Bible. Free: Judgy Heart CheckMore from the Judgy SeriesMore from the Judgy Series on Live Like It's True.  --Live Like it's True is part of the Round the Table network: serving the Church through honest storytelling and biblical reflection. Regarding Leadership with Ryan Kimmel offers proven and practical guidance from leaders who are actually leading. -- Order Kinda JudgyTake the Kinda Judgy QuizLearn more at ShannonPopkin.com.

In this message, we'll look at the purpose and pathway that Jesus lays out for disciplining children within the household of God when they go astray. Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

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The sermon argues that church discipline is a necessary expression of love required to maintain the purity and health of the Christian community. Drawing primarily from Matthew 18:15-20, it outlines a four-stage process for addressing sin, beginning with private confrontation and escalating to public accountability and excommunication if repentance is refused. The preacher emphasizes that this difficult task is grounded in Jesus' example of humility and sacrificial love, aiming ultimately to win back the wandering believer rather than to condemn them. By following this biblical protocol, the church demonstrates its credibility and protects itself from the spread of unholiness. The message concludes with a call to obedience and an invitation for unbelievers to find hope in Christ's atoning work.

Matthew 18:10 Dr. Steven Roby

Send us a message!We move from Corinth's obsession with leaders to Paul's hard reset on holiness, showing why unaddressed sin quietly reshapes an entire church. We wrestle with 1 Corinthians 5–6, where accountability, conflict, and sexual integrity all point back to who we are in Christ and what love actually requires. • why church discipline feels controversial and how it gets abused • the “little yeast” warning and why tolerated sin spreads • judging those inside the church rather than policing outsiders • why lawsuits between believers signal spiritual defeat • the call to flee sexual immorality because our bodies belong to the Lord • Jesus' Matthew 18 process for confronting sin with wisdom and love  At outloudbible.com, you can find free resources to help you study the Bible. And while you're there, send us a message to say hi, or start a conversation about having us at your church or event. If Outloud Bible has been a valuable part of your understanding of the Bible, please consider supporting the ministry by visiting outloudbible.com.Support the showCheck out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Episode #25 of Entangled Kingdoms is now available!In this episode, we examine Paul's difficult language about delivering someone to Satan and the redemptive purpose of church discipline.In this episode, we…* Examine 1 Corinthians 5 and 1 Timothy 1* Explore what it means to be “delivered to Satan”* Consider the severity of exclusion from the covenant community* Discuss discipline as a severe mercy aimed at repentance* Look at 2 Corinthians 2 and the church's responsibility to forgive, comfort, and restorePaul warns that Satan can exploit tolerance when repentance is absent—and unforgiveness when correction has been sufficient.Tune in now as we continue to untangle the kingdoms and discover how to live in light of the gospel of Jesus Christ!Join the ConversationI'd love to hear your thoughts on church discipline, repentance, forgiveness, and restoration! ResourcesArticles:* Colin G. Kruse, “The Offender and the Offence in 2 Corinthians 2:5 and 7:12”* Jonathan Merritt, “Shepherds, Shamers, and Shunners: The Rise of Church Discipline in America”* R. Albert Mohler Jr., “Church Discipline: The Missing Mark”Videos:* 1 Corinthians Overview — BibleProject* 2 Corinthians Overview — BibleProject* 1 Timothy Overview — BibleProject* Who is Satan and What are Demons in the Bible? — BibleProjectPodcasts:* A Community of Good News — Exploring My Strange Bible / BibleProject* The Unseen Spiritual Battle — Think Biblically with Sean McDowellBooks:* The Satan: How God's Executioner Became the Enemy by Dr. Ryan E. Stokes* Satan and the Problem of Evil: From the Bible to the Early Church Fathers by Dr. Archie T. Wright* Paul and the Power of Grace by Dr. John M. G. Barclay* Satan and the Problem of Evil: Constructing a Trinitarian Warfare Theodicy — Gregory A. BoydStay tuned for our next episode, where we'll continue exploring Satan in Paul's writings by considering his work inside the church through false apostles, distorted teaching, counterfeit righteousness, and spiritual deception disguised as light. Get full access to Entangled Kingdoms at www.entangledkingdoms.com/subscribe

Church discipline is one of the most misunderstood teachings in the church today. Is it punishment? Public shaming? Legalism? Or is it actually one of the most loving things believers can do for one another? In this episode of inContext, Michael Easley sits down with pastor, author, and professor Dr. J. Carl Laney to unpack the biblical purpose of church discipline and why restoration—not punishment—is always God's goal. Together they explore Jesus' teaching in Matthew 18, the role of accountability in Christian community, common abuses of church discipline, church membership questions, legal concerns, forgiveness, and how churches can lovingly help wandering believers return to fellowship. Whether you're a pastor, elder, ministry leader, or church member, this conversation offers practical wisdom for navigating one of the church's most difficult responsibilities with grace and truth. Key Topics Covered: -What church discipline really is—and isn't -Why accountability is an act of love -Jesus' process for restoration in Matthew 18 -The difference between discipline and legalism -Church membership and accountability -How gossip can undermine restoration -When churches misuse authority -Forgiveness after repentance -Legal challenges churches face today -Leading with compassion instead of control Chapters 00:00 Why Church Discipline Makes People Uncomfortable 00:48 Meet Dr. J. Carl Laney 03:18 What Is Church Discipline? 05:54 Why "Church Restoration" May Be a Better Term 07:33 Are Some Sins More Disciplinable Than Others? 10:45 Accountability vs. Legalism 12:57 The Heart Behind Restoration 14:54 Why Most Churches Avoid Discipline 16:17 Do Churches Need a List of Disciplinable Sins? 18:52 Members vs. Non-Members 21:37 Building a Culture of Accountability 23:33 Who Are the "Spiritual" in Galatians 6? 24:31 Gossip, Division, and Church Conflict 26:16 What Does "Bound in Heaven" Mean? 29:51 Real-Life Discipline Scenarios 35:41 When Church Discipline Goes Too Far 36:44 Legal Risks and Church Leadership 40:08 Balancing Truth, Love, and Church Health 41:47 A Story of Repentance and Restoration 49:14 Forgiveness After Restoration 50:19 Final Thoughts Links Mentioned A Guide to Church Discipline by Dr. J. Carl Laney Watch the highlights and full version of this interview on our Youtube channel. For more inContext interviews, click here.

Introduction: As we continue looking at things related to the church, we move on to one of the most helpful and most neglected doctrines in the church and that is the doctrine of church discipline. Now, in the age of mega churches, one can see why this doctrine might have been tossed out. We have churches…

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Rev. Dan Kim Matthew 18:15-20 June 21, 2026

In this interview with Dr. James Renihan, we discuss Article 43 of the First London Baptist Confession of Faith.

Church discipline. In many churches it has fallen out of favor and practice as we conform more and more to the world's standards. The Apostle Paul, however, faced the problem head on and left us timeless advice for this necessary practice. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he explores Paul's commands for dealing with sin in the church. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/581/29?v=20251111

In this episode, we chat about what church discipline could look like for our people, our cultures and for the building up of the church.

Church discipline. In many churches it has fallen out of favor and practice as we conform more and more to the world's standards. The Apostle Paul, however, faced the problem head on and left us timeless advice for this necessary practice. Join Dr. James Boice next time on The Bible Study Hour as he explores Paul's commands for dealing with sin in the church. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29?v=20251111

1 Corinthians 5:1-13 Church discipline. In many churches it has fallen out of favor and practice as we conform more and more to the world's standards. The Apostle Paul, however, faced the problem head on and left us timeless advice for this necessary practice. Join Dr. James Boice on The Bible Study Hour as he explores Paul's commands for dealing with sin in the church.

In this interview with Dr. James Renihan, we discuss Articles 42 & 43 of the First London Baptist Confession of Faith.

What happens when a Christian starts dating a non-believer? Should a church step in? And when does wisdom become a matter of church discipline?In this episode, Dr. E discusses one of the most difficult issues pastors and churches face today: church discipline, restoration, and how believers should respond to ongoing sin.Dr. Easley explains the biblical purpose of church discipline, why the phrase “unequally yoked” is often misunderstood, and how churches should approach situations involving dating, cohabitation, affairs, LGBTQ issues, and public unrepentant sin. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes that discipline should always aim toward restoration, never punishment.This episode offers biblical wisdom, pastoral insight, and practical guidance for Christians navigating messy real-life situations with truth and compassion.If you've ever wrestled with accountability, grace, or how churches should handle difficult situations, this conversation is for you.Chapters00:00 — Should Churches Discipline Dating Non-Christians?00:40 — Why This Question Is Complicated01:25 — What “Unequally Yoked” Really Means02:45 — Dating, Marriage, and Wisdom03:30 — What Counts as Ongoing Sin?05:20 — The Purpose of Church Discipline06:20 — Treating Someone “Like an Unbeliever”07:00 — Protecting the Church From Public Sin08:10 — What Churches Get Wrong About Discipline09:15 — Is Dating a Non-Christian Actually Sin?10:00 — Restoration vs Punishment11:00 — Why Gentleness Matters12:10 — How Churches Should Confront Sin14:00 — Membership, Removal, and Restoration15:00 — Truth, Compassion, and LGBTQ Questions16:30 — Mercy Without Compromising Truth17:20 — The Goal of Discipline Is Restoration18:00 — Final Thoughts and Recommended ResourcesKey Topics Covered-Church discipline and restoration-Dating non-Christians as a believer-The meaning of “unequally yoked”-Biblical confrontation and accountability-Matthew 18 and church discipline-Public sin in the church-Grace and truth in pastoral ministry-Cohabitation and sexual immorality-LGBTQ questions in the local church-Protecting weaker believers-Church membership and removal-Restoration through repentance-Compassion in difficult pastoral situations-Biblical wisdom for pastors and church leaders Links Mentioned: A Guide to Church Discipline by J. Carl Laney What Christ Thinks of The Church Find more episodes of Ask Dr. E here. If you've got a question for Dr. Easley, call or text us your question at 615-281-9694 or email at question@michaelincontext.com.

What does the Bible say about confronting disobedience within the church? Pastor Richard Caldwell unpacks the biblical mandate for handling unrepentant sin, explaining the process of Matthew 18 to seek restoration and protect the congregation.

What does the Bible say about confronting open rebellion against God, and how should a faithful congregation respond? Dealing with unrepentant sin is a vital aspect of sound ecclesiology that aims not at vindictive punishment, but at the spiritual rescue of a straying believer. By carefully applying the principles found in Matthew 18 and 1 Corinthians 5, faithful elders can recognize the signs of hardened disobedience and act with profound godly love. This solemn duty requires the church to uphold the inerrant authority of God's Word, demonstrating that Scripture must be actively obeyed to protect the spiritual purity and glorious witness of Christ's bride.

Alan Chambers — former president of Exodus International — was recently arrested in what authorities describe as a child enticement sting operation. In this video, we respond to the news with both truth and grace, discussing sin, compromise, repentance, and the importance of gospel hope.This conversation also addresses how stories like this are often used in broader cultural debates surrounding sexuality, faith, and transformation in Christ. Rather than celebrating someone's downfall, Christians are called to pray, remain vigilant against sin, and point people toward the redeeming power of Jesus.Topics covered:-The history of Exodus International-Alan Chambers' theological shift over the years-The destructive nature of unrepentant sin-How Christians should respond biblically-Why gospel hope still matters-Ministries and testimonies of transformation in ChristJoin us weekly as we strive help people embrace God's standard for sexuality! Other ways to listen:https://linktr.ee/calibrateconversations#Christianity #Repentance #Truth

Should Christians talk about discerning the repentance of other Christians? What are the instructions from the New Testament to churches? Mark and Jonathan invite Caleb Morell to discuss this.

In this episode Ashleigh and Dennis discuss how great churches handle disciplining members.

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss how to think theologically and literately about church discipline. Questions Covered in This Episode: Is church discipline biblical? What does the bible say about discipline generally? What is the confusion around discipline? What does the bible say about church discipline? Is this how you think about church discipline? What happens before discipline? What's the goal of church discipline? Does the tradition you are a part of play a part in church discipline? Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Hebrews 12:5, 1 Corinthians 5, Proverbs 13 Training the Church Ministry Cohort Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway's Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.