The episode, posted Oct. 6, 2024, features a conversation between Jeremy Pryor and Dr. Tom Wadsworth on the historical understanding of early Christian gatherings and worship practices. The discussion explores how the Lord's Supper evolved from the representation of Jesus' sacrifice to being viewed as a sacrifice offered by Christians to God, reflecting broader cultural influences from Judaism and paganism. The podcast delves into the structure of early assemblies, the significance of household gatherings, and the development of church liturgy and leadership over the centuries. It also tackles contentious issues such as the descriptive versus prescriptive debate in interpreting New Testament practices and the challenges of transitioning from structured worship services to more informal, participatory gatherings in homes.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
02:46 Why is Early Church Gathering So Controversial?
04:40 Prescriptive vs. Descriptive Debate
07:30 What Early Christian Assemblies Were Like
10:22 Evolution of Christian Liturgy
21:23 First-Century House Churches
29:15 Are Modern Churches Too Professional?
33:07 Teaching in Early Assemblies
36:27 Prophecy and Edification in Early Gatherings
39:03 Leadership and Order in Early Churches
42:26 Understanding Ekklesia and Church Dynamics
44:43 Family and Household Impact on the Early Church
48:01 Head Coverings and Women’s Roles in the Assembly

Resources:
www.tomwadsworth.com
Tom Wadsworth on Youtube
/ @tomwadsworth
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