Best Ryan Biese Podcasts (2025)

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238. Ministry to State in DC 54:40

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TEs Chuck Garriott and Nathan Newman tell what God has done through ministry to state over the years as well as the new acquisition of a house just blocks from the Capitol. https://www.ministrytostate.org

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237 Affinity, Unity & Diversity 1:26:09

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REs Tim Rice and Matt Lee as well as TE Frank Smith gather to discuss the unity Christ has brought to His church and how the people of Christ may celebrate the beautiful diversity in the Saviour's glorious body. The panel responds to comments made on the @Mission2NA Podcast: https://youtu.be/7PBawN33mHU?si=2w5rPkLk6Zub_mYq as well as article by TE …

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236. PCAGA Overtures on Process 1:17:56

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TEs Piland, Walker, Tipton & O'Neill discuss the overtures that seek to amend the BCO related to judicial process.

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235. PCAGA Overtures on Church Government 1:30:08

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An all-star panel of TEs Fred "Modfather" Greco, Steven Warhurst, Steve Tipton and RE Matt Fender come together to discuss some of the pending overtures that seek to make tweaks to our PCA Form of Government.For information on the tour of Walker State Prison sponsored by MNA Metanoia Prison Ministries: https://www.metanoiaprisonministries.org…

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234. Ordinary Church Planting 1:11:06

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TE Danny Ruth of Steen's Creek PCA in Florence, Mississippi talks about planting an ordinary means of grace Presbyterian Church in a town that had never before had a reformed witness. He testifies to how God has been faithful to His promises to gather a people through the ordinary preaching of God's word morning and evening. https://www.steenscreek…

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233. Geneva College & the PCA 59:18

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President Calvin L. Troup discusses the benefits & blessings of a confessional Christian College experience at Geneva College.

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232. TE Michael Colvard on the Assistant Pastor 50:04

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Where did we procure the pastoral relation "assistant pastor?" Does it violate our preliminary principles? TE Michael Colvard joins the program to discuss his PCA Polity article: https://pcapolity.com/2025/03/22/the-temporary-assistant-pastor-a-history/

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231. COVID Reflections & ByFaith Magazine 1:12:17

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A panel of experts TE Matthew Everhard, RE William Gannon, and James Lawrence gather to discuss an article in the PCA General Assembly's magazine, byFaith in which TE Gregory Poland, MD reflects on the response of the church to the Covid-19 pandemic, government dictates, and social phenomena. Gannon's article: https://theaquilareport.com/a-rebuttal…

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230. Grove City College & the PCA 1:02:41

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RE Paul McNulty joins TEs Sean Morris and Ryan Biese to reflect on his time as president of the College, which has had a rich relationship and service to the PCA.

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229. GA Overtures With TE David Hall 1:01:09

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David Hall reviews some of his favorite overtures and his desire for grassroots accountability in the PCA.

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228. MNA Prison Ministry: Metanoia 1:32:22

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Metanoia Prison Ministries is an outreach of the PCA through Mission to North America focused on equipping the church for the proclamation of Christ to and discipling those in prison. TE Lowell Ivey, RE Barry Smith, and DE Bill Henshall join the program to discuss the work of Metanoia in prisons and how PCA people can be involved. For more informat…

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227. Deaconesses & the PCA 1:00:24

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A panel consisting of TEs Zach Garris, Thomas Rickard, and Ben Dunson examine the Greek and discusses the impropriety of using the title 'deaconess' in the PCA as they consider TE Rickard's brotherly appeal against using the title. While Biese has no problem with the use of the title, the panel points out the expression is not rooted in the biblica…

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226. Belhaven & the PCA: An Historic Kingdom Partnership 50:09

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President Roger Parrott of Belhaven University joins the podcast to discuss the new 50% scholarship offered to PCA members as well as the expansion of other opportunities to serve the PCA in partnership with Reformed Theological Seminary. Dr Parrott's paper on paying for college: https://www.belhaven.edu/pdfs/admission/undergrad/cost-of-college.pdf…

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225. Affinity for Christ & All His People 1:34:00

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The Panel of TE Chas. Stover and REs Tim Rice & Doug Sharp discuss the recent statement from the PCA's MNA PermaCom on Affinity Ministries. The panel expresses concern regarding ethnic divisions among Christians.The opinions and views expressed on this program are not necessarily those of Jude 3 & the PCA. Questions or concerns regarding what is ex…

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224. GRN & the Year of the Ruling Elder 1:02:27

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RE Melton Duncan and TE Jon D. Payne discuss the reason why the PCA has elders and invite us to a conference hosted by the Gospel Reformation Network at St Andrew's Chapel in Sanford, Florida May 7-8. https://gospelreformation.net/conference/

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223. Segregated or United in Christ? 1:18:00

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The panel of TEs Roland Mathews, Jake Hooker, and Taylor King discuss whether it is appropriate for the church to be divided or gathered along ethnic lines. Should the gospel transcend our cultural conceptions and preferences or should we seek solidarity along ethnic lines within the Church?

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222. The Origin of the Directory for Worship 1:06:00

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222. The Origin of the Directory for Worship

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221. MNA & the Mission of the Church 58:34

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Last week news broke of MNA providing legal advice to illegal aliens on its website. Further information surfaced suggesting MNA was also encouraging people to advocate for specific government policies, and an article in the Daily Wire raised questions about MNA perhaps securing attorneys to assist immigrants. MNA was quick to withdraw the web page…

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220. The Truth We Subscribe 1:15:58

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TEs David Gilbert and Wilson Van Hooser reflect on what it means to be a confessional communion and how the PCA handles elders who have deviant views. An article by TE Sean McGowan inspired the conversation: https://pcapolity.com/2024/11/19/preserving-the-standards/

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219. From the EPC to the PCA 1:25:08

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EPC Pastor Joseph Yerger explains why he is leading his congregation out of the EPC to give up their women elders and join with the PCA . Yerger explains the perceived efforts to bring in sodomite elders by those who seem influential in the EPC has caused the congregation seek refuge in a communion with a more robust commitment to the Scripture and…

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218. PCA Progress in Peace & Purity 1:31:58

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We begin the year reflecting on how the PCA has become more peaceful as she has become more pure through more closely adhering to the Scripture's teaching and more clearly articulating her constitutional standards. RE Matt Lee & TE Job Dalomba bring their expertise.

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217. Rebranding the EPC & the PCA's Unfinished Business 1:03:49

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TEs Peter Larson and Zack Groff join the program to discuss an article by TE Larson in which he highlights significant changes in the EPC over the last few years, which raise questions regarding whether the EPC is trying to make room for gay pastors.TE Larson's article: https://presbyterianplumbline.org/rebranding-the-epc/…

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216. Matthew Everhard & Biblical Worship 1:01:25

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Dr Matthew Everhard, author of *Worshiptainment* and pastor of Gospel Fellowship PCA, joins the show to discuss the principles of Biblical worship. Reformed worship is beautiful as it draws people near to God to hear Him together and speak to Him. Purchase Worshiptainment: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=worshiptainment+matthew+everhard&crid=30JQ5AEF0CV…

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215. From Covenant to Confessional 1:41:56

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TE Philip Ryan joins with two other Covenant Seminary grads, TEs Nate Xanders & Charles Stover to discuss the Ref21 article he wrote detailing his journey from Covenant Seminary student & graduate to Confessional Presbyterian pastor in the PCA. https://www.reformation21.org/blog/from-covenant-to-confessional…

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214. Recovering the Evening Worship Service 51:13

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Pastors Jonathan Brooks and Andy Coburn join the program to discuss their experience bringing back the evening service in the churches they serve. They share their motivations and principles regarding the importance of evening worship.

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213. The Necessary Directory for Worship 1:09:13

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TE Thomas Rickard joins the program to discuss the history of the Westminster Directory of Worship and suggest ways a consensus Directory could be a blessing and help to the Sessions and Members of the PCA.

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212. Creeping Feminism in the Church 1:28:15

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TEs Ben Dunson, Zack Groff, and Zach Garris join for a discussion of the foundations for ministry to the people of God as well as consider some of the challenges posed by feminism to faithfully adhering to the historic, biblical position regarding ministry.

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211. Christianity & the Republic 1:07:04

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Dr Miles Smith of Hillsdale College joins the program to discuss the role of Christianity in the Nation and to help us sort out the difference between "Christian Nationalism" and historic Christianity.

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210. TE Rob Pacienza & Christian Civic Duty 38:00

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Pastor Rob Pacienza joins the program to talk about how Christians live as citizens of heaven, but also citizens of a constitutional republic. Should Christians sit out this election?

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The Necessity of Reformation 41:46

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Dr Jonathan Master reflects on the past and present need for Reformation in the Church.

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209. Halloween, Christians, and Death's Defeat 57:12

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Is Halloween an appropriate holiday for Christians to observe? Is it all harmless fun or are there serious spiritual concerns that accompany an interest in death, the occult, and fear? Veteran Pastor and PCA Founding Father TE Joseph Pipa joins with TEs Job Dalomba and Zack Groff for a discussion with Ryan Biese.…

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208. Sports & Love for the Lord's Day 1:29:06

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TEs Matt "Coach'" Adams and NFL Alumnus Wilson Van Hooser to discuss their love for the Lord's Day and how to balance it with interest in sports. Since Ryan Biese has zero interest in sports, these two sportsball fans provide valuable wisdom, commentary, and comedic relief.

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207. T. David Gordon: Choose Better 1:14:56

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Sean Morris and T. David Gordon join the program to discuss Gordon's latest book introducing Christian ethics. We also discuss how the PCA can make better choices together as a communion of God's people. This is only part of the conversation; the balance of the conversation will be released as "bonus material" in a few weeks.…

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206. Ministry to State & the PCA 1:02:21

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Pastor Darin Stone reflects on his work as a PCA Missionary to the North Carolina State Capitol. Ministry to State is part of the PCA's Mission to North America and their missionaries bring the gospel to those in state and federal government. https://www.ministrytostate.org

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205. Christian Higher Education 1:30:50

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Dr Jesse Rine (https://www.faithfulcolleges.org) of the Center for Academic Faithfulness & Flourishing and President Ike Reeder (https://www.bts.education) of Birmingham Theological Seminary join the program to discuss concerns and considerations for Christians considering college.

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204. Ethnic Quotas in the PCA? 51:46

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RE Matt Lee and TE Mark Robison share their insights and perspective on ethnic quotas as part of PCA Church courts. While quotas may flow out of good motives, Lee and Robinson raise concerns both regarding the lack of biblical warrant for such as well as the unintended, adverse consequences of quotas.…

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203. RE Ric Springer, Floor Clerk Emeritus 55:11

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RE Ric Springer reflects on his time in the PCA as a clerk of Session, clerk of Presbytery, and long-time Chairman of the Floor Clerks. He remarks on the power of God in the gospel to gather people to Christ.

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Secession from the ARP 1:30:06

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At the General Synod in 2024, the ARP voted to dissolve Second Presbytery. Now a number of ministers and congregations have voted to leave the communion alleging the Synod lacks the authority to dissolve a presbytery without due process and without its consent. Seth Yi and Jonathan Cook explain their concerns and why they believe this represents a …

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202. TE Guy Waters on Testimony in PCA Courts 1:11:57

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TE Guy Waters is a professor and dean at Reformed Theological Seminary. He is a judge on the PCA Standing Judicial Commission. He joins the program to provide insights and perspective on how judicial process works and especially the way in which evidence is received into the Church Courts.

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201. Winsome Watchmen for the PCA: David Strain & Jason Helopoulos 1:41:51

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In a wide-ranging conversation, Jason Helopoulos and David Strain join the program to discuss various topics within the PCA: a directory for worship, the results of PCA General Assembly 51, abuse prevention & response, training & raising up winsome watchmen for the future of the Church, and much more. Read the full articles here: https://pcapolity.…

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43. The Christian Reformed Church & Confessional Accountability 1:05:27

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At its 2024 Synod, the Christian Reformed Church drew a hard, firm, clear, and biblical line regarding sexual ethics and the Seventh Commandment. Synod overwhelmingly rolled back liberal attempts to accommodate the culture by requiring ministers and congregations, and church courts who have compromised on the Bible's teaching to publicly repent or …

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42. Reflecting on PCA GA 51 with Tipton & Friends 1:18:17

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TE Steve Tipton, the chairman of the Overtures Committee for PCA GA 51, along with TEs Jacob Gerber and Ben Ratliff join the show to reflect on what was accomplished by the PCA this year as well as how the denomination has changed in terms of her character and trajectory.

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41. The Search for a Christian College 1:32:17

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TE George Sayour and Dr Jesse Rine join the program to discuss the question of 'what is a Christian College' in light of a pair of essays written by Professor Jay Green of Covenant College. George Sayour is the pastor of Meadowview Reformed PCA in Lexington, NC. Jesse Rine is the executive director of the Center for Academic Faithfulness and Flouri…

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To Church or Not to Church 16:08

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#christian #bible #podcasting #christian #bible #podcasting #housechurch #homechurch #churchonline #churchservice #hoodgrace #christian #bible #faith #God #podcasting Ep 3. Exploring Biblical Foundations: To Church or Not to ChurchIn this episode of the "house church series" we will explore the objection "going to church does & does not save you." …

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40. PCA GA 51: the Important Speeches 1:35:36

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A selection of some of the speeches given at the 51st General Assembly along with verbose commentary by TE Ryan Biese.

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39. Ordinary Church Planting in Extraordinary Places 1:02:32

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TEs Brad Mills and Ben Kappers join to share about their church planting experiences and testify to God's goodness as they saw Him build His church. They also share some exhortations with us regarding social media usage, ministry, and their hopes for the PCA.

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38. GA51 Preview & Connecting in Richmond 1:35:30

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RE Billy Ball, founder of the Ruling Elder Network along with TEs Job Dalomba and Ben Dunson join the show preview the General Assembly with expectations and opportunities for connection and fellowship.

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37. Korean Style Prayer at PCA General Assembly 1:21:02

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In this episode RE Matt Lee along with TEs Jos. Pipa, Ryan Biese, Terry Johnson, and Paul Lee discuss the significance of the Korean Language Presbyteries in the PCA as well as the "Korean Style Prayer" that will feature as an element in Thursday's worship at PCA General Assembly in Richmond. The panel notes that the so-called "Korean Style Prayer"…

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36. Piland & O'Neill Discuss the Process Overtures 1:35:33

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Numerous overtures are before the PCA General Assembly next month that have the potential to reshape the character of our judicial procedures. Some of these proposed changes are in grave conflict with the PCA Constitution. Even though there are no 'hot button' issues before the General Assembly, these subtle and nuanced proposals could have profoun…

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35. GA Overtures & PCA Spring News 1:23:56

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Another all-star panel reviews several of the selected overtures before the GA. TEs Zachery Byrd, Ryan Biese, and Zack Groff as well as REs Matt Lee and Steve Dowling.