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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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  • S1 · E73
    April 14 · 48 min

    127. Biblical and Adorable (BCO 56 Part Two)

    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

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  • S1 · E72
    April 7 · 29 min

    126. Celsius Shaped Hole (BCO 56 Part One)

    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

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  • S1 · E71
    March 31 · 14 min

    125. Baptists Maybe (BCO 55)

    In this episode, Ben, Jared, and Scott dive into BCO 55 in the Directory for the Worship of God. The men discuss 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 inclusion of creeds and confessions. The Christian Tradition by Jaroslav Pelikan: The magisterial 5-volume history of the development of doctrine referenced in the episode. 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

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  • S1 · E70
    March 24 · 29 min

    124. Pearls of Wisdom From Rick Warren (BCO 54)

    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 and the official information booklet. Registration: Register Here (Registration for commissioners and exhibitors is currently open). GA Schedule & Docket: View the 2026 Schedule. Host Resources Mentioned Ben’s Blog: Pulpit Matters. Overture Tracking: BCO Amendment Tracker 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

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  • S1 · E69
    March 17 · 42 min

    123. Loose Extemporary Harangues (BCO 53)

    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: politymatters.org Email: politymattersfeedback@gmail.com Twitter/X: @PolityMatters Facebook: Polity Matters Page Support the Show Buy Me a Coffee: Support Polity Matters Listen & Subscribe Apple Podcasts: Polity Matters on Apple Overcast: Listen on Overcast RSS Feed: Buzzsprout RSS Host Resources Ben’s Blog: Pulpit Matters 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

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  • March 10 · 43 min

    122. Polity Nerds Stick Together

    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

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