Should Podcasters Be Apostles? - Ep. 861 - March 2, 2026

A lot of Podcasters want to play "church watchdog," but who gave them that authority? In this episode of The Smith and Rowland Show, the guys tackle a heated Debate happening across Christian media right now, the push to expose leaders, broadcast scandals, and call it a "purge." Instead, this conversation draws a clear line between local church accountability and online outrage. You'll hear why public pile-ons don't restore people, why evidence can be used to mislead, and why self-appointed "investigative ministries" often create more damage than they prevent. Along the way, they break down the difference between correction and humiliation, and they challenge the idea that Podcasters can act like Apostles over the universal church. Topics covered include: Local church authority, autonomy, and accountability "Exposure culture" and why it spreads fast online Restoration, confession, and keeping things in the room Why "the broader the audience, the broader the confession" doesn't hold up Pride, spiritual posturing, and acting outside real oversight Preach the gospel, stop making exposure a full-time job If you care about healthy leadership, real repentance, and a church that builds people up instead of tearing them down, this episode will sharpen your thinking. Subscribe for new episodes of The Smith and Rowland Show each week. #TheSmithAndRowlandShow #ChristianPodcast #ChurchLeadership #Apostles #Podcasters