Ecclesiology

Church Authority and Historical Voices

This category focuses on the history and development of the Church through key teachings and influential figures. The episodes explore topics like the authority of the Church through the “keys of the kingdom” and feature conversations with scholars who help connect past traditions to present-day faith. By understanding how doctrine and leadership were shaped over time, we gain insight into the Church's ongoing role in the world. These discussions are rooted in biblical theology and informed by the broader history of Christianity. Whether you’re curious about church structure or interested in the voices that helped define it, these episodes provide valuable perspective.

Ecclesiology Episodes

  • The Holy Spirit descends at Pentecost—symbol of spiritual gifts and the biblical foundation for the cessationism vs. continuationism discussion in Reformed ecclesiology.

    The Cessationist Debate

    This episode compares cessationist and continuationist views on spiritual gifts like tongues and prophecy, examining their biblical foundations and implications for church doctrine and practice.

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  • Peter holding symbolic keys—image representing church authority and the biblical meaning of the keys of the kingdom in Reformed theology.

    The Keys of the Kingdom

    This episode unpacks Jesus' claim to be the Light of the World in John 8:12, tracing themes of light and darkness in Scripture and how they reveal Christ’s identity and mission in the Gospel.

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  • Saint Thomas with a book and spear—symbol of apostolic witness and theological conviction in a discussion on Reformed church government and biblical fidelity.

    Interview with D.P. Curtin

    In this interview, Pastor D.P. Curtin reflects on his journey from charismatic roots to Reformed convictions, discussing church governance, cessationism, and the centrality of Scripture in worship.

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