Stand Firm Podcast

With the guys taking a break for Holy Week, here's a rerun of episode 97, a discussion of the monumental “three days” of Holy Week: Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday with the Great Vigil of Easter.

Matt, Jady, and Nick welcome Emma Waters to the show to discuss her new book and timeless principles for women of faith.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the James Talarico phenomenon, talk about his "faith forward" politics, and grapple with some of his dubious theological claims.

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk to Bishop Julian Dobbs about the significance of G26 in Abuja, the relationship of the Global Anglican Communion to the Canterbury structures, the makeup of the Global Anglican Council, and more.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss The Abuja Affirmation, the statement released by the G26 meeting. They talk about its strengths and weaknesses, and what it means for global orthodox Anglicanism going forward.

Jady gives a report from Abuja, addressing the big news of the day: the Primate's Council has been dissolved and a "Global Anglican Council" will exist in its place.

Jady checks in with a report on the second day of proceedings at G26 in Abuja, Nigeria.

Matt, Jady, and Nick briefly discuss the announcement of Bp. Dobbs' lawsuit before turning to a report from Jady, who is present at the ongoing G26 Conference in Abuja, Nigeria.

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk about some of the recent struggles in the ACNA and discuss the news that some members have left in order to participate in the "reconquista" movement in The Episcopal Church.

Jady and Nick welcome Liza Koch and Ralinda Gregor to the show to discuss the reaction to the ACNA's cancelation of a controversial discussion panel about sexism and abuse in the church.

Matt, Jady, and Nick welcome Anne Kennedy to the podcast to talk about the controversial upcoming ACNA panel discussion on preventing abuse and sexism in the church and the book from which it will pull material.

Matt, Jady, and Nick react to the competing Super Bowl halftime shows. They discuss moral acceptability, talk about various reactions to the performances, and remember that the Gospel will win out in the end.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss an Aaron Renn article about the rise of vice in America. They talk about how we got here, how to shepherd people in this world, and the Good News about redemption in Jesus Christ.

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk about Article 14, "Of Works of Supererogation." They discuss the presenting issue the article sought to address, current applications of its teaching, and how works relate to faith.

Matt, Jady, and Nick respond to a listener email about the Episcopal Church before discussing the ACNA's retaining of Rachel Denhollander and the anti-ICE church invasion in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk about Paul's admonition to be subject to governing authorities, and an Episcopal Bishop's interpretation. They discuss what he means and what he doesn't mean, and consider how and when citizens should defy their government.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the biblical arguments for and against annihilationism, decide whether it's a heresy or an error, and consider whether or not it's a slippery slope to deconstruction.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the Washington Post's latest attempt to take down an ACNA leader, talk about Derek Jones' new denomination, and consider what makes a church schismatic.

Jady and Nick discuss the Stewart Ruch verdict with Chad Graham, a lawyer and former Provincial prosecutor. They summarize the charges and the findings, clarify some confusing terms, and talk about some common critiques of the decision.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the response Christ Our Advocate Church has mounted to recent criticism. They react to a listener email as well as analyze a recent sermon.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss Christ Our Advocate Church in Wheaton, IL, the contents of some of their sermons, and a page on their website detailing their "posture toward the LGBTQ+ community." Can a faithful ACNA church say these things?

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss even further developments in the ACNA before talking about the province's governance structure, and whether or not bishops and their power are the source of the church's problems.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss new revelations related to the Wood presentment, talk about the collegiality (or lack thereof) in ACNA, and consider, again, where the province goes from here.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the presentment of Archbishop Wood, the process by which justice is sought in the province, and whether the ACNA's systems and leadership can be trusted.

Jady and Nick welcome Bishop Paul Donison to discuss the recent GAFCON communique: how it came it about, what it means, and some of the challenges facing the Anglican Communion going forward.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss artificial intelligence. Is it a threat to God's creation? Is it a tool to be used like any other? How should Christians approach this new technology?

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the appointment of the new Archbishop of Canterbury, talk about where the ACNA fits within the distinctions of the broader Communion, and consider whether global orthodox Anglicanism is on solid ground.

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk to Jeff Walton of the Institute on Religion and Democracy in the wake of his article on the Bp. Jones/JAFC situation.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the feud between Bishop Derek Jones and the ACNA, the attempted withdrawal of the JAFC, and whether the center of the Province can hold.

Matt, Jady, and Nick dip into the mailbag, answering questions about the Charlie Kirk assassination, a preacher's obligation (or not) to engage current socio-political events, and what questions a vestry should ask a candidate for pastoral ministry.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss whether or not pastors should "happily release" people to other churches, good and bad reasons to leave a parish, and defending strongly held pastoral and denominational convictions.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss John Mark Comer, his popular book, and his new/old definition of following Jesus...with a long (and vigorous!) digression about kenosis.

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk about Eastern Orthodoxy. They discuss the East's view of Scripture and tradition, theosis, the use of icons, models of the atonement, and the failure of Orthodox/Protestant dialogue.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss CNN's recent interview with Doug Wilson and the public reaction, before focusing on his comments on voting rights and American slavery.

Jady and Nick talk to Miles Smith about what Christian Nationalism means, what people are afraid of when they hear those words, and what kind of relationship our founders foresaw for America and religion.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss Dr. Matthew Barrett's joining the ACNA, talk about the ongoing drama attending the trial of one bishop, and consider another bishop's clash with a local vestry.

Jady and Nick talk to Dr. Tom Price (of Gordon Conwell and the Theology Pugcast) about his journey to Anglicanism, discuss its theological distinctives, and hear how the "pugs" got together.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the recent growth of the ACNA and talk about what kind of province it could become. Finally, they share a brief thought about the passing of John MacArthur and the effect of his ministry.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the continued fallout from Austin Becton's Facebook post about Pride Month, Bp. Todd Hunter's disciplinary action, and how presbyters and bishops properly relate.

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk to Josiah Leinbach about machine learning and validating Pauline authorship of the pastoral epistles before turning to William Whitaker and his apologetic genius.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the latest ACNA Rector to sound affirming online, talk about the J29 Coalition, and consider the ACNA's need to determine what it is and what it isn't.

Matt, Jady, and Nick talk to David Roseberry about life in the Episcopal Church, the famous Plano meeting in 2004, and his optimism about the future of the ACNA.

Matt Kennedy preaches a sermon on John 2 and Jesus' miracle at a wedding in Cana of Galilee during a service of Holy Matrimony.

Matt, Jady, and Nick discuss the recent controversy surrounding Calvin Robinson, talk about pastors engaging online, and wonder about who actually represents the ACNA.