Grace at the Gates

Mel Duncan talks the GRN's first Ruling Elder Conference which will be held at the home to Ligonier Ministries, St. Andrew’s Chapel (PCA) in Sanford, Florida on May 7 and 8th of 2025. https://gospelreformation.net/events2/

Dr. Matthew Everhard discusses his new book entitled Worshiptainment, a polemic work that addresses modern worship practices and encourages Biblical Worship through the Regulative Principle of Worship. He also weighs in on the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight among other things. Pastor Matt is the Senior Pastor of Grace Fellowship PCA in South Butler, PA. Checkout his YouTube Channel here https://www.youtube.com/c/MatthewEverhard

The Malawi Reformation Network is an organization that is training Pastors and planting churches in Malawi. Ruling Elder Richard Jones (Meadowview), introduces Ruling Elder Macdonald Nkhutabasa of Blayntyre Malawi. He speaks about the Church, the Prosperity Gospel, and the Chimwemwe Children's Centre. ReformationMalawi.org Chimwemwe.net

RE Mike Kennamer & TE Steve Jessen talk about MNA's Disaster Response Efforts and how Churches can get involved. Pastor George interviews RE Mike Kennamer on 10/2/24 Steve Jessen speaks at Meadowview's Mission Conference on 9/30/24 RE Mike Kennamer - https://pcamna.org/staff/mike-kennamer/ TE Steve Jessen - https://pcamna.org/staff/steve-jessen/ Mrs. Sherry Lanier - https://pcamna.org/staff/sherry-lanier/ MNA Disaster Response Staff - https://pcamna.org/staff/?jsf=jet-engine&tax=ministry:23 MNA Hurricane Helene Info, Volunteer, Donate - https://pcamna.org/hurricane-helene/ MNA Disaster Response - https://pcamna.org/ministry/mna-disaster-response/ Warehouse & Kit Downloads - https://www.mnawarehouse.com/downloads

RE Cory Wing of Shearer PCA in Catawba Valley Presbytery talks his CivEccly Minded Podcast, the Call to the Ministry, and LAMP Seminary. https://www.youtube.com/@CivEcclyMinded

An interview with PCA Churchman Fred Greco. Lawyer, Pastor, Moderator, Professor at Birmingham Theological Seminary, loud and Italian. Learn more about Fred's upcoming BTS Class at https://www.bts.education/current-schedule

Pastor George interviews Pastor Aldo Leon about his views, social media demeanor, and thoughts on the PCA. Aldo is the Senior Pastor of Pinelands Presbyterian Church in Miami, FL, where he also hosts his longform Podcast called Kingdom Polemics.

Ruling Elders Doug Sharp & Kevin Miller discuss the PCA's investigation and surrounding controversy into the Jesus Calling Book. https://www.reformation21.org/blog/jesus-calling-and-the-pca https://americanreformer.org/2024/02/jesus-calling-and-the-pca/ https://www.redeemer.com/redeemer-report/article/jesus_calling_by_sarah_young_a_review https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/justin-taylor/kathy-keller-why-sarah-youngs-jesus-calling-is-unhelpful-and-to-be-avoided/ https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2024/june/pca-investigation-jesus-calling-sarah-young.html https://presbycast.libsyn.com/a-pca-pastor-calls-for-repentance-over-jesus-calling

Pastor George has post assembly fun with the Moderator of the PCA's 51st General Assembly RE Steve Dowling. RE Bob Mattes, aka "Tanker Bob" aka "Godzilla Bob" joins the conversation as well as "It ain't easy being Ryan Biese" who hosts The Westminster Standard Podcast: A Podcast of Jude3inThePCA.

Ruling Elder Kevin Miller & Pastor George discuss 10 key happenings at the 51st General Assembly of the PCA which was held in Richmond, VA in June of 2024. Article with Text & Tallies: https://irreverentreverend.org/2024/06/14/pca-ga-51

RE Chet Lilly, VP of Operations at Geneva Benefits explains what every Session needs to know to support their Pastors through properly structured compensation such as Call Packages, 403B plans, disability insurance, help for pastor's widows, and more.

Ike Reeder discusses his Dad as well as the newly established Reeder Center for Pastoral Theology and its relationship to Birmingham Theological Seminary. Ike is the President of BTS. You can meet Ike and talk about the opportunities that BTS has to offer at their PCA General Assembly booth.

Get your tickets now for the MORE event Wednesday night at General Assembly. Ruling Elder's Charly Nave and Rick Hutton discuss the details about the event as well as the benefit of camaraderie and brotherhood among REs. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-more-in-the-pca-ruling-elder-network-shindig-at-the-general-assembly-tickets-887296225897

RE Tim Townsend, the Director of the PCA Foundation, explains how this Agency of the PCA can help churches manage, deal with, and service complex gifts and giving while saving individual givers on tax liability to maximize gifts to the Church.

Ruling Elder Scott Hatch discusses his new book entitled "Van Til and the Foundation of Christian Ethics: A God Centered Approach to Moral Philosophy." Most people view Van Til through the lens of presuppositional apologetics and Philosophy, but much of Van Til's career was dedicated to Christian Ethics in very applicable ways to the Church today. https://reformedforum.org/product/van-til-and-the-foundation-of-christian-ethics-a-god-centered-approach-to-moral-philosophy/

Dr. O. Palmer Robertson's sermon to the Pastors and Elders of Catawba Valley Presbytery (in NC) of the PCA.

Mark Casson, MNA Ministry Engagement Director discusses his dramatic story of God's Grace in his life, his time in prison, His work with MNA's Metanoia Prison Ministries, and his current role promoting the various ministries of MNA. He also discusses with Pastor George MNA's goal for 1000 new PCA Churches in 10 years and practical ways presbyteries, Churches, and Ruling Elders can work toward this work. https://byfaithonline.com/ruling-elder-mark-casson-appointed-mna-ministry-engagement-director/ https://www.metanoiaprisonministries.org/mcasson-testimony-bio https://pcamna.org/mark-casson-appointed-ministry-engagement-director/

Ruling Elder Charles Higham discusses his story with Pastors George Sayour and Ryan Biese on this Cross-Over episode with The Westminster Standard Podcast. RE Higham talks about his journey and recent public denunciation of his support of Revoice & Side B Gay Christianity.

RE Charlie Nave & RE Rick Hutton discuss how YOU can help Ruling Elders attend General Assembly. www.MOREinthePCA.org Scholarships - https://moreinthepca.org/?page_id=28 Support an RE (Give) - https://moreinthepca.org/?page_id=30

RE Mel Duncan and Pastor George discuss the challenges, joys, and best practices of being a Church Administrator as well as advice for Churches who don't have the position. Mel Duncan currently serves as the Church Administrator for Second Presbyterian Church in Greenville, NC. He is also the Clerk of Calvary Presbytery and the Executive Director for the Gospel Reformation Network. Pastor George's experience prior to becoming the Senior Pastor of Meadowview was as an Engineer, Manager, Business Owner, School Administrator in 2 Schools, and the Executive Pastor in two PCA Churches.

Rich Leino, Rebecca Fender, and Rick Hutton, all members of the 2024 PCA General Assembly host committee speak with Pastor George about the plans and what to expect in Richmond, VA this June 10-12. RE Rich Leino is Co-Chair of the Host Committee, RE Rick Hutton is the Chair of the Worship sub-committee and Rebecca Fender is the Chair of the sub-committee for Family which plans the Programs for Women, Children, and the nursery. For more information about General Assembly - www.pcaga.org To donate to the Host Committee Work - https://www.jrp-pca.org/ga-2024-host-committee/

An explanation and Reading of the Statement the PCA has sent to President Biden, members of Congress, and the Federal and State Governments regarding Gender Reassignment Surgeries. The Statement can be read here: https://byfaithonline.com/general-assembly-commission-petitions-government-officials-to-protect-children/

Pastor George explains his 2024 Scripture Reading Plan for his Church in the hope that you'll encourage your Church members to be in the Word Daily. https://irreverentreverend.org/2024/01/03/scripture-reading-plan/

Pastor George speaks with RE Dr. Trevor Laurence, one of the authors of this New Version of Overture 1 for the 2024 PCA General Assembly. The first Overture 1, dealing with witness eligibility, was submitted in August and replaced with this one in Nov. Dr. Laurence is the author of "Cursing With God: The Imprecatory Psalms and the Ethics of Christian Prayer." Overtures - https://pcaga.org/resources/#overtures Cursing With God - https://www.amazon.com/Cursing-God-Imprecatory-Psalms-Christian/dp/1481316362

The PCA is 50! On December 4, 1973, the PCA turned 50 years old! Here is Moderator Ruling Elder Jack Williamson's Moderator's Address to the Assembly. This was provided by the PCA Historical Center. https://pca50.org/resources/ https://www.pcahistory.org/ https://www.pcahistory.org/pca/ga/1st_pcaga_addresses_Williamson.pdf

This is a Crossover Episode from the Westminster Standard Podcast hosted by Ryan Biese. Here, Ryan, David Strain, and myself discuss how progressivism shows up in the PCA and how it affects our view of Subscription to the Westminster Standards. The Westminster Standard Podcast - https://youtu.be/tVg3QaM3ofg?si=ifxHnLkz7vtKy0ow

Here's a Short Thanksgiving Devotional for you from Pastor George.

Ruling Elder John Hargett speaks at Meadowview's men's breakfast about the Sovereignty of God amid the tragedies he's faced in his life. John lost his father when he was a child, he lost his 1st wife in a car accident when his kids were 5 and 7, he's battled cancer, and just last year had a stroke which killed his lifelong dream. Yet, through it all, He praises God. Be encouraged by this talk.

Dr. O. Palmer Robertson was the 2023 Meadowview Mission's Conference Speaker. Here was the sermon he delivered on Sunday morning, October 1st. Why You Should Go with the Gospel.

RE Bob Allen was the media voice of Coral Ridge Ministries on the radio with D. James Kennedy. He went on be the same with John Piper and Desiring God. He currently is a Producer & the Network Voice at NRBTV. George & Bob discuss Coral Ridge, Dr. Kennedy, Evangelism Explosion, Multi-Media, and what NRBTV has to offer Christians. https://nrbtv.org/

Dr. O. Palmer Robertson gives the Keynote Address at the 2023 Meadowview Reformed Presbyterian Church Mission Conference.

Pastor George Speaks with 2 former PCA GA Moderators who both serve on the SJC. Ruling Elder Howie Donahoe and Ruling Elder John Bise share procedure, insights, and wisdom on the PCA's Standing Judicial Commission (SJC).

REs Brad Isbell & Rich Leino discuss the recent article entitled "Departure: Why I Left the Church," what it says about how to view the ministry, and how they look to Shepherd their TEs. Here's the article we discuss - https://www.restorativefaith.org/post/departure-why-i-left-the-church Here's that Pastor's Response to the reactions to the article - https://religionnews.com/2023/09/11/meet-the-pastor-behind-that-quitting-the-church-essay/

REs Matt Fender and Brandon Robbins discuss doing Apologetics for the Glory of God with Pastor George. They discuss relationships, apologetic encounters and different apologetic methodologies with particular focus placed on Presuppositional Apologetics. Here are Matt Fender's Apologetics Classes at his Church: https://www.sermonaudio.com/search.asp?seriesOnly=true&currSection=sermonstopic&sourceid=allsaints3000&keyword=Apologetics&keyworddesc=Apologetics

Ruling Elder Kevin Miller explains an Overture that Piedmont Triad Presbytery just passed to allow Atheists to Testify in Church Courts. This replaces 2023's Overture 13. Here is a great article by our friend Pastor James Bruce on Atheists & Oaths: https://jamesebruce.com/of-atheists-and-oaths/

Pastor George has a conversation with Ruling Elder Dr. Scott Shidemantle of Geneva College about his Call to the Ministry, Geneva College, and Christian Post-Secondary Education. Scott's Page at Geneva: https://www.geneva.edu/faculty-staff/faculty/bible-philosophy/faculty_scott_shidemantle Here is the article by Scott that is mentioned in this episode. https://www.geneva.edu/faculty-staff/faculty/_documents/language-is-important-shidemantle.pdf

This recording is from the 2023 Gospel Reformation Network Conference held in Charlotte, NC in May. Mel Duncan moderates the Q&A Panel between Pastors Jon Payne, Jonathan Master, Harry Reeder, David Strain, Kevin DeYoung, Rick Philips, and Christopher Gordon. This Q&A took place 1 month prior to General Assembly and just weeks before our friend, mentor, and pastor Dr. Harry Reeder went to be with the Lord. This video was used with permission of the GRN. www.GospelReformation.net

This is a replay of the full interview with Dr. O. Palmer Robertson from September 2022. Previously on this podcast only half was aired. Dr. Robertson talks about his latest Book "Christ of the Consummation," his heart for missions, Ruling Elders and the Founding of the PCA, and encouragement to Christians today.

A discussion with RE Bob Mattes otherwise known as "Tanker Bob" about this year's GA and his parliamentary duel with PCA Moderator Fred Greco. Oh yeah, we also discuss his preferred choice of GA Attire.

A discussion with RE Matt Fender about a lot of things PCA, many of which center on the concept of "Review and Control." Matt served on the Overtures Committee, the Committee on Constitutional Business, and the Review of Presbytery Records Committee for this past GA. Last year he was the presenter of the O15 Minority Report which sent the Overture to the presbyteries.

Pastor George reads the "Message to All Churches" written in 1973 as the PCA has just reaffirmed it.

Ruling Elder Steve Dowling discusses what its like to Chair the Overtures Committee at this year's General Assembly as well as some of his thoughts on the proceedings.

RE Kevin Miller and Pastor George Discuss the 20 key decisions and events that occurred at the 50th General Assembly in Memphis, TN. This is a Summary for Meadowview Reformed Presbyterian Church where Kevin and George serve. The document they are discussing that enumerates the 20 Key Events they are discussing is on: https://irreverentreverend.org/2023/06/17/pca-ga-50-summary-of-20-key-events-highlights/ and on https://meadowviewpca.org/2023-pca-general-assembly-summary-of-key-events/ May God Bless the PCA. He has.

Clips from the Opening Worship Service and Election of Moderator of PCA GA 50! Clips from the Opening Worship Service and Election of Moderator of PCA GA 50! The Nominees for Moderator were Fred Greco and Randy Pope. Hear the Nominating Speeches here.

The PCA GA Pre-Assembly Work has begun. This episode is the talk that Stated Clerk Bryan Chapell gave to the Commissioners (Voters) at the General Assembly who are serving on the various Committee of Commissioners (CoC). The purpose of the talk is to explain the role and functions of the CoCs and the Commissioners on them. Pastor George intros and concludes the talk with Commentary. Dr. Bryan Chapell has approved of George using this talk.

PCA NC Minister to State Darin Stone Joins Pastor George for this pre-General Assembly discussion on the PCA at age 50 ( https://pca50.org/). Here are links to resources to research the Overtures: Overture Documents - https://pcaga.org/resources/#overtures PCA Polity Overtures Summary: - https://pcapolity.com/2023/05/29/info-guide-to-overtures-before-pcaga50/ Presbycast Overtures Explanation: -https://www.youtube.com/live/Vz2BXaG75zM?feature=share Considering the Overtures: -https://theaquilareport.com/a-philosophers-guide-to-the-overtures-presented-to-the-pca-general-assembly/ Individual Overture Explanation: Overture 9 - https://pcapolity.com/2023/06/05/the-authors-rationale-for-overture-9/ Overture 10 & 14 - https://pcapolity.com/2023/06/02/making-the-case-against-overtures-10-14/ Ov. 2021-41 - https://pcapolity.com/2023/06/06/should-atheists-be-able-to-testify-in-church-courts/

George and Ike discuss the Presbyterian Leadership Certificate offered at Birmingham Theological Seminary for Ruling Elders which includes these four classes: -Westminster Standards -PCA Polity (BCO and Roberts Rules) -Covenant Theology -Conflict Resolution Ike Reeder is the President at BTS. Visit the BTS booth at this year's GA to learn all about this Certificate program for Ruling Elders.

This is a brief tribute to Pastor Harry Reederwho went to be with the Lord last week. After the tribute is a Talk Entitled "Christ's Church" by Harry Reeder from the 2021 Gospel Reformation Network Conference. This talk is used by permission from the GRN. Original Video : https://youtu.be/_LHNN1vjLo4 You can read Pastor Dr. Harry Reeder's obituary here: https://obits.al.com/us/obituaries/birmingham/name/harry-reeder-obituary?pid=204545873

Pastor George discusses with RE John Bise what it was like to be elected and serve as the PCA's Moderator for the 49th General Assembly held in Birmingham, AL in 2022 as well as how to prepare and what to expect in Nashville, TN for the PCA's 50th General Assembly in June 2023.

Pastor George is joined by PCA Minister To State in NC, Pastor Darin Stone to discuss last week's Gospel Reformation Network Conference as they look forward to this summer's 50th General Assembly of the PCA.