In this episode, Alex talks with Dr. Lee Tankersley to discuss the critical role of church discipline in maintaining a healthy church. They explore the two types of discipline—formative and corrective—and emphasize the importance of addressing unrepentant sin within the church community. Through personal experiences and biblical teaching, they highlight the loving nature of discipline, its aim for restoration, and the necessity of obedience to God's commands.

The conversation also addresses common objections to church discipline and provides guidance on identifying discipline-worthy sins. They delve into the complexities of church discipline, discussing how to navigate relationships with excommunicated members, the importance of encouragement over correction, and the need for thorough teaching on the subject. They emphasize the significance of creating a culture of love and accountability within the church, while also providing resources for further learning. The discussion concludes with a light-hearted lightning round of quickfire questions where listeners learn more about Lee!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Church Discipline

11:18 Formative vs. Corrective Discipline

17:23 Personal Journey and Conviction

23:07 Implementing Church Discipline

28:59 Conclusion and Reflection

34:18 Understanding the Love in Discipline

44:11 Relating to the Excommunicated

52:49 Encouragement and Culture in the Church

57:31 The First Steps to Implementing Discipline

01:04:01 Lightning Round: Personal Insights

01:13:59 Quiet Time Tips and Closing Thoughts

Resources Mentioned:

⁠9 Marks of a Healthy Church (Mark Dever)⁠

⁠The Compromised Church (Ed. John Armstrong)⁠

⁠A Manual of Church Order (J.L. Dagg)⁠

⁠Democratic Religion (Greg Wills)⁠