What if the local church fully embraced the Great Commission? This question sparked the formation of Antioch Community Church but… Read more Back to Local

Let’s go back to where we started: Jesus is the Head of the Body and He emphasizes our character over… Read more Church Government Part 6: Conclusion

This is the newest form of polity but is also perhaps the most influential on the American church as the… Read more Church Government Part 5: Congregationalism

I changed the title of this second form in order to reflect the modern application. The Reformation was a reaction… Read more Church Government Part 4: Elder-Led (Presbyterian)

The Episcopal structure grew out of the rapid church-planting of the early church. Paul exercised this authority when he started… Read more Church Government Part 3: Episcopal

When we consider church government, three historic forms tend to shape the conversation. Each claim scriptural support, and each can… Read more Church Government Part 2: Overview

What is the right oversight structure for a church? This simple question has split countless churches and denominations. Unfortunately, answering… Read more Church Government Part 1