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David K. Bernard clarifies what it means for a local church to be affiliated with the United Pentecostal Church International. Does affiliation give the UPCI control over a church's pastor or property? What about voting membership and adherence to the UPCI Articles of Faith? Hear the answers to these important questions and learn about the benefits and process of becoming an affiliated UPCI church.Check out the following resources for more on this topic:The Apostolic Church in the Twenty-First Century by Dr. David K. Bernard The official UPCI position paper "Church Government"Visit PentecostalPublishing.com to shop Dr. Bernard's full catalog of published works. Enter promo code DKB10 at checkout to save 10 percent on your order.If you enjoy this podcast, leave a five-star rating and a review on iTunes or your preferred podcast platform. We also appreciate it when you share Apostolic Life in the 21st Century with family and friends.
Welcome to Season 4 of Down Under Theology, a podcast equipping and encouraging Australian Christians to get down and under the theology impacting the life and mission of the church.In this episode, we're joined by Rev. Dr John McClean to talk about the Westminster Assembly and all to come out of it. We discuss the Westminster Confession of Faith, the other Assembly Documents (Shorter and Larger Catechisms, Form of Church Government, Directory of Public Worship), how the Assembly came about, and its impact on the church going forward.Rev. Dr John McClean is the Vice Principal and Lecturer is Systematic Theology at Christ College, and co-editor (alongside Murray Smith) of the 'We Believe' series (Lexham Press). Thoughts, questions or feedback? Get in touch with us at downundertheology@gmail.com.---Episode Hosts:Allister Lum Mow (@allisterlm)Cameron Clausing (@cam_clausing)Murray SmithJohn McCleanProducer:Nick RabeEpisode Sponsor:Christ College, Sydney---S4 Episode 13 - Show NotesRecommended Resources - Confessing the Faith: A Reader's Guide to the Westminster Confession of Faith by Chad Van DixhoornThe Westminster Assembly: Reading its Theology in Historical Context by Robert LethamFair Sunshine: Character Studies of the Scottish Covenanters by Jock PurvesChrist College, SydneyPreparing leaders for God's church and its gospel-centred mission in the world.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
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What is the purpose and healthy practice of church government? What is the relationship between the structure and life of the church? Listen to Mark's message on Acts 6!
God created governmental authorities to serve his purposes and the Scriptures provide wisdom for navigating these contentious political moments.
God created governmental authorities to serve his purposes and the Scriptures provide wisdom for navigating these contentious political moments.
Church Government : Pastor Raef Chenery : 09-22-24 by Park Community Church
In Episode 162 of Theology In Particular, I'm joined by Dr. James Renihan to discuss the ecclesiology and polity expressed in chapter 26 of the Second London Confession and to make a case for congregationalism from the Scriptures. Contact: For information about International Reformed Baptist Seminary, go to irbsseminary.org. For feedback, questions, or suggestions, email Joe Anady at tip@irbsseminary.org. Announcements: Southern California Reformed Baptist Pastors' Conference Dates: November 4-5, 2024 Location: Trinity Reformed Baptist Church, La Mirada, CA Topic: Second London Confession Chapter 10: Of Effectual Calling For more information and to register, go to scrbpc.org.
The clear answer to the title of this message is that Christ is in charge of a local church. But the question remains regarding where you see Christ's authority in the church today. There are three ways we see Christ's authority in the church today: Christ's authority is contained in his Word, confirmed by his congregation, and conveyed through his shepherds.
Content: Elders of Ephesus Ordination process? Episcopal, congregational, presbyterian Become a CTC Partner: https://crosstocrown.org/partners/ What Is New Covenant Theology? An Introduction — https://crosstocrown.org/product/what-is-new-covenant-theology/ Featured playlist: The Church (That Meets in My Home) — https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5Yobt1jZDd9Zzn8Ufa-BNciyYv04Cl6m My books: Exalted: Putting Jesus in His Place — https://www.amazon.com/Exalted-Putting-Jesus-His-Place/dp/0985118709/ref=tmm_pap_title_0 God's Design for Marriage (Married Edition) — https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Design-Marriage-Married-Amazing/dp/0998786306/ref=sr_1_4?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1493422125&sr=1-4&keywords=god%27s+design+for+marriage God's Design for Marriage (Pre-married Edition) — https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Design-Marriage-What-Before/dp/0985118725/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top crosstocrown.org @DougGoodin @CrossToCrown
A new MP3 sermon from Crown & Covenant Reformed Presbyterian is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Establishing Church Government Subtitle: Acts Speaker: Peter Allison Broadcaster: Crown & Covenant Reformed Presbyterian Event: Sunday Service Date: 8/25/2024 Bible: Acts 14:23-28 Length: 43 min.
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A new MP3 sermon from Crossroad Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Church Government – Who Holds Responsibility and Accountability? Subtitle: We Are the Church Speaker: Ryan Horkavy Broadcaster: Crossroad Baptist Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 7/7/2024 Bible: Ephesians 4:4-16 Length: 56 min.
Beyond the Sunday Sermon | Following those who Follow Christ: Humility and the Beauty of Church Government | with Guest Crossan Cooper | 4.24.24 visit cpcnewhaven.org visit podcasts.cpcnewhaven.org
Following those who Follow Christ: Humility and the Beauty of Church Government | The Sunday Sermon | Rev. Craig Luekens | 1 Peter 5:1-11 | 4.21.24 visit cpcnewhaven.org visit podcasts.cpcnewhaven.org
Jesus didn't retire as head of His Church. --Pastor Larry Dorman, speaking at Christian Fellowship Church in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota on 04-21-2024.
Matthew 10:2-4, Acts 1:21-26, Acts:14:14, Galatians 1:19, Acts 2:42, Ephesians 2:19-20, Acts 1:21-22, 1 Corinthians 15:8-9, Matthew 10:1-2, 7, Acts 26:12-18, Ephesians 4:11-12, Acts 14:23, Titus 1:5, Hebrews 13:17, 1 Timothy 3:1-7, 1 Timothy 5:19, 1 Timothy 5:17, 1 Timothy 2:12, 1 Timothy 3:8-13, Acts 6:1-6
Four biblical bases which clearly imply & instruct Christians to become members of a local church. 1) The Example of the Early Church (Acts; NT Epistles) 2) The Existence of Church Government (1 Tim. 3:1-13; Titus 1:5-9; Heb. 13:17; 1 Pet. 5:1-5) 3) The Exercise of Church Discipline (Matt. 18:15-19; 1 Cor. 5) 4) The Exhortations to Mutual Edification (NT Epistles)
1 Peter 5:1-5 and Acts 6:1-7. Preached Sunday, February 18, 2024.
1 Peter 5:1-5 and Acts 6:1-7. Preached Sunday, February 18, 2024.
1 Peter 5:1-5 and Acts 6:1-7. Preached Sunday, February 18, 2024.
1 Peter 5:1-5 and Acts 6:1-7. Preached Sunday, February 18, 2024.
Join Alan and Jeff on the daily unplugged show as they discuss daily news.
Join Alan and Jeff on the daily unplugged show as they discuss daily news.
Make a one-time or recurring donation on our Donor Box profile here. Join us in the mission of introducing Reformed Theology across the world! Interested in further study of the Bible? Join us at Logos Bible Software. Are you interested in a rigorous and Reformed seminary education? Call Westminster Seminary California at 888-480-8474 or visit www.wscal.edu! Please help support the show on our Patreon Page! SEASON 6 EPISODE 26 Join Nick and Peter of the Guilt Grace Gratitude Podcast as they continue Season 6, Introduction to Reformed Theology. This week they discuss eschatology and Amillennialism with Dr. Riddlebarger! Eric Landry (MDiv., Westminster Seminary California) is the Senior Pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Austin, Texas, as well as the Chief Content Officer of the Modern Reformation magazine. This season is dedicated to Westminster Seminary California. Interested in applying? Go here. Have Feedback or Questions? Email us at: guiltgracepod@gmail.com Find us on Instagram: @guiltgracepod Follow us on Twitter: @guiltgracepod Find us on YouTube: Guilt Grace Gratitude Podcast Please rate and subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you use! Looking for a Reformed Church? North American Presbyterian & Reformed Churches --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gggpodcast/support
This episode is part of our "Wake UP! Church" series, which features inspirational highlights from the 2022 Wake UP! Conference. This week's show includes the full recording of the Government Leaders panel discussion emceed by TX State Rep. Matt Schaefer. These leaders discuss their lives as elected officials, including how they individually navigate their Christian walks, busy schedules, and criticism. The panel features TX Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian, U.S. Rep. Michael Cloud, TX State Sen. Bob Hall, and Justice of the Peace Wayne Mack. Christians Engaged exists to awaken, motivate, educate, and empower ordinary believers in Jesus Christ to: ▪️ PRAY for our nation and elected officials regularly. ▪️ VOTE in every election to impact our culture. ▪️ ENGAGE our hearts in some form of civic education and involvement for the well-being of our nation. Learn more: https://christiansengaged.org/ Support our efforts: https://christiansengaged.org/donate Take the PLEDGE to PRAY, VOTE, & ENGAGE: https://christiansengaged.org/pledge
Preliminary! Principles! Preliminary Principles! No, really...we discuss the foundations of PCA church government, the limits on church power, and the rights of church members with Jared Nelson and Ben Ratliff of the Polity Matters podcast. Presbygirl Zoe fills in for Wresby as co-host. Watch: https://youtu.be/jNw9tRMocRY
The Church Part 4 - Church Government and GraceWebsite: http://www.battle4freedom.comNetwork: https://www.mojo50.comStreaming: https://www.rumble.com/Battle4FreedomChapter 47: CHurch GovernmentA. Church OfficersA church officer is someone who has been publicly recognized as having the right and responsibility to perform certain functions for the benefit of the whole church.1. Apostlea. Qualifications of an Apostle.b. Who Were Apostles?c. Summary2. Elder (Pastor/Overseer/Bishop)a. Plural Elders: The Pattern in All New Testament Churchesb. Other Names for Elders: Pastors, Overseers, Bishopsc. The Function of Eldersd. Qualifications for Elders.e. What Is the Meaning of "Husband of One Wife"?f. The Public Installation of Elders3. Deacon4. Other Offices?B. How Should Church Officers Be Chosen?C. Forms of Church Government.1. Episcopalian2. Presbyterian3. Congregationala. Single Elder (or Single Pastor)b. Plural Local Elderssc. Corporate Boardd. Pure Democracy4. ConclusionsD. Should Women be Church Officers?1. 1 Timothy 2:11-142. 1 Corinthians 14:33b-363. 1 Timothy 4. The Relationship Between the Family and the Church5. The Example of the Apostles6. The History of Male Teaching and Leadership Through the Whole Bible7. The History of the Church8. Objections9. What About Other Offices Within the Church?Chapter 48: Means of Grace Within the ChurchThe means of grace are any activities within the fellowship of the church that God uses to give more grace to Christians.A. How Many Means of Grace Are Available to Us?B. Disussion of Specific Means1. Teacing the Word2. Baptism3. The Lord's Supper4. Prayer for one another5. Worship6. Church discipline7. Giving8. Spiritual gifts9. Fellowship10. Evangelism11. Personal ministry to individuals12. Should Footwashing Be Practiced As a Means of Grace Within the Church?C. Conclusions
The United Pentecostal Church International Manual, the handbook by which UPCI churches and ministers operate, notes that the organization practices a "congregational form of church government." What does this mean? More importantly, what does the Bible say about church government? Dr. David K. Bernard looks to the New Testament for clues on how churches should be organized, operated, and led, and how it compares with the leadership structure of the UPCI and its member congregations.For more information on this topic, see Dr. Bernard's book The Apostolic Church in the Twenty-First Century, available at PentecostalPublishing.com. Visit UPCI.org/Statements-Archive to access the UPCI's official position paper titled "Church Government."If you enjoy this podcast, leave a five-star rating and a review on iTunes or your preferred podcast platform. We also appreciate it when you share Apostolic Life in the 21st Century with family and friends.
Ecclesiastical Schematics: a study on the doctrine of the Church. This sermon was preached by Pastor Jason Garwood and recorded on Sunday, August 13th, 2023, at the weekly worship gathering of Cross & Crown Church. If you have been blessed by this sermon, please visit our website to learn more about us or to hear more messages: www.crosscrownchurch.com. If you would like to support the work and ministry of Cross & Crown Church you may make a one-time donation or set up recurring giving on our website at www.crosscrownchurch.com/give.
The United Pentecostal Church International (UPCI) offers three levels of ministerial credentials: local license, general license, and ordination. What is the purpose of ministerial credentials and why are there three levels? How does someone determine whether they should seek credentials with the UPCI in the first place?General Superintendent Dr. David K. Bernard provides an overview of the UPCI's ministerial credentialing process and offers guidance to those who feel called to ministry but aren't sure how or where to begin.If you enjoy this podcast, leave a five-star rating and a review on iTunes or your preferred podcast platform. We also appreciate it when you share Apostolic Life in the 21st Century with family and friends.
In this special episode, Dr. David K. Bernard shares a behind-the-scenes look at what it is like to be the general superintendent of the United Pentecostal Church International. He explains the duties and responsibilities of being the leader of the world's largest Oneness Pentecostal organization and shares his vision for the role.If you enjoy this podcast, leave a five-star rating and a review on iTunes or your preferred podcast platform. We also appreciate it when you share Apostolic Life in the 21st Century with family and friends.