SNAKE 26.5: The Antioch Declaration and Surrounding Controversies

Nov 23, 2024    Tanner Cartwright, Jerry Dorris

The Antioch Statement has sparked controversy in the Reformed church. What's really going on? We tackle this divisive issue head-on, breaking down the timeline of events and analyzing the statement's implications. Is it truly about combating racism, or is there more beneath the surface? 


We discuss the role of memes in modern communication, the dangers of elevating historical narratives to gospel-level importance, and the need for clarity in church statements. How should Christians approach conversations about ethnicity and history without falling into extremes?


As pastors at Reformation Church in Shelbyville, Kentucky, we offer our perspective on this complex situation. We react to the responses from key figures and examine the broader impact on church unity. 


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CHAPTERS:

01:36 - Antioch Declaration Context

06:21 - Unnecessary Controversy

09:46 - Tobias Retraction Explained

13:06 - Ezra Institute Statement Overview

17:28 - Offering the Benefit of the Doubt

20:08 - Christians and Jews Relationship

22:40 - Creaky Door Demon Discussion

24:39 - Confusion Around Antioch Statement

27:04 - James White Insights

29:04 - Path to Reconciliation

31:14 - Reading Joseph Spurgeon’s Statement

33:14 - Closing Remarks