The Evangelical Anglican

This course looks at the Law-Gospel Distinction from the pastoral perspective of preaching. What is it we're trying to accomplish when we preach a sermon? And who is it we're preaching to? What is their problem that we're trying to help?This course will be a four part series on how to preach the Law-Gospel distinction. The goal of the course is to make your preaching more effective by reminding ourselves why you're supposed to preach in the first place.This episode is an introduction and overview, followed by an episode on preaching the Law, one on preaching the Gospel, and finally an episode on how to actually craft a Law and Gospel sermon. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Join us for a heartfelt conversation centered on the significance of Good Friday, exploring how the cross of Christ profoundly impacts our understanding of embodiment, suffering, and hope. This episode blends theological reflection with personal stories, emphasizing that the cross is not merely a message of death but a declaration of love and new life. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Join us for a thoughtful conversation on the depths of Holy Week, focusing on the significance of Maundy Thursday, love, humility, and the Lord’s Supper. We unpack theological insights, biblical themes, and practical reflections on experiencing Christ’s love through tangible signs and seals of the Gospel. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Scott Jones joins Jared for a conversation exploring the profound themes of Holy Week, including Palm Sunday, the nature of Jesus' mission, human frailty, and the paradox of suffering and resurrection. It offers deep insights into biblical symbolism, human identity, and the transformative power of grace.Follow Scott’s podcast, “Give and Take” here: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

In this conversation, Jared and Sophia Holcomb explore the life and legacy of C.S. Lewis, discussing his journey from atheism to Christianity, his influential writings, and the impact he has had on both Anglicanism and Evangelicalism. Sophia shares her personal journey into Lewis's works, highlighting how they shaped her understanding of faith and literature. They delve into the relevance of Lewis's ideas in today's world, particularly in the context of despair and nihilism among youth, and how his writings can offer hope and joy. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

In this conversation, Chris Patton, pastor of Southside Church, and Jared Jones talk about what things the non-denominational megachurch movement and Anglicanism have in common, and it might be more than you think!We discuss the value of creating an attractional environment for newcomers, and the balance between outreach and discipleship. Chris addresses common criticisms of mega churches, emphasizes the significance of community and individual stories, and explores the role of liturgy and tradition in modern worship. He concludes with insights on the future of church engagement and the need to remove barriers for individuals seeking a spiritual home.You can find out more about Southside Church at their website: www.southside.orgOr check out their Youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@SouthsideChurchGA This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

A follow up to this week's interview on Ash Wednesday, you can find the episode here: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Did you know Anglicans didn't impose ashes until not too long ago? What you don't know about the history of Ash Wednesday might surprise you. In this conversation, Rev. Steven Wedgworth delves into the significance of Ash Wednesday, its historical context, and the liturgical changes that have occurred over time. The discussion highlights the cultural implications of Ash Wednesday practices and offers pastoral considerations for churches navigating these traditions. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

In this conversation, Jared and Neal Salzman discuss the Rest Initiative, which focuses on providing proactive mental health support for those in ministry. They explore the importance of balancing work and rest, the biblical foundations of rest, and the cultural pressures that make it difficult for individuals to enjoy their work. Neal emphasizes the need for churches to create spaces for rest and healing, highlighting the inefficiencies of true care and the importance of love in counseling. They also discuss the role of traditional worship and liturgy in promoting a sense of peace and rest in a fast-paced world.You can find more information on the Rest Initiative here: https://therestinitiative.org/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to the Post Op, a weekly show where I follow up, go deeper, explore further some of the topics we touched on in our weekly interview. It's a chance for me to talk about the practical side of these issues, what it looks like to actually try to do this in a parish, etc.This week's episode reacts to our conversation from earlier in the week with the Reclamation podcast. You can find that episode here: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

In this joint episode of the Evangelical Anglican and The Reclamation, Michael Lewis and Brad Kafer of the Reclamation podcast join Jared to discuss the intersection of pastoral care, the emotional theology of glory, and the importance of ordinary means of grace in ministry. The conversation explores how pastors can effectively care for their congregations amidst suffering, the need for patience in discipleship, and the role of community and prayer in fostering spiritual growth. Jared emphasizes the significance of listening and unburdening individuals with the hope of the gospel, while also addressing the challenges faced by pastors in a fast-paced, results-driven culture.Find the Reclamation podcast here: https://www.thereclamation.info/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Grief is a burden that many people are carrying, and most of the time it goes unseen and unaddressed. This week’s episode of the Evangelical Anglican features Drew Hensley, the author of the newly released book “Invisible Grief: An Honest Conversation on the Pain and Loss of Unrealized Hopes, Dreams, and Good Desires.” We spoke about these kinds of griefs and how they impact our lives and how we see God. Our conversation was not only theological and theoretical, but also pastoral and practical. And I didn’t even mean for those to both start with the same letters. We talked about pastoral responses to grief, pastors understanding their own pain and suffering, and how Christ suffered our griefs, as well. It was a blast of a conversation and I can’t wait for you to hear it!You can buy Invisible Grief here: https://a.co/d/a3MPTulFind more of Drew’s speaking and writing here: https://www.drewhensley.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of the Evangelical Anglican, host Jared welcomes Professor Miles Smith, author of "That Blessed Liberty: Episcopal Bishops and the Development of the American Republic from 1789 to 1860." The conversation delves into the historical context of Anglicanism in America, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by early bishops in establishing a distinct identity separate from the Church of England. They explore the complexities of Anglican identity in contemporary America, particularly within the ACNA (Anglican Church in North America) and the Episcopal Church. Miles argues that the early bishops managed to create a national Protestant church with significant theological unity despite their differences, a feat that seems increasingly challenging today. You can purchase "That Blessed Liberty: Episcopal Bishops and the Development of the American Republic 1789-1860" here: https://a.co/d/iEinpR4 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

In this conversation, Jared Jones interviews Ethan Magnus, the rector of Grace Anglican Church, discussing the journey of planting the church, the significance of preaching within the Anglican tradition, and the importance of the message of the cross. They explore the role of the preacher, the distinction between law and gospel, and the goals of effective preaching. Additionally, they address common mistakes made by young preachers and the impact of psychology on preaching, emphasizing the need for personal integration and understanding in ministry.You can find Ethan's sermon at the commencement service of Trinity Anglican Seminary here:Check out Grace Anglican Grove City's Youtube page - https://www.youtube.com/@graceanglicanyoutube813 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

A lot of Anglicanism today is in an identity crisis and has been for the last few hundred years. One of the ideas behind this channel is that modern evangelicalism’s approach to Christianity is a great indicator of the direction Anglicanism needs to head, with some clarifications and changes along the way.This was perfectly articulated and clarified in my conversation with Dustin Messer. He gets it, so to speak. And much less, he’s in the thick of it right now as the vicar of an evangelical Anglican parish in Dallas with over 700 people attending weekly. This is unheard of in the mainline! But, church growth is not complicated, Dustin and I talk about what they did to grow and it will shock you: they just kinda did normal Christian stuff. Check out our conversation, it was one of my favorite ones we’ve done yet and its a perfect picture of what this channel is trying to articulate.Follow Dustin on X here: https://x.com/dustinwmesser This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Are the mainlines hopelessly lost? Are conservative split-offs “schismatic”? What’s it like to be at the center of a movement?Join us this week for a fascinating conversation with Redeemed Zoomer. RZ is the leader of the Reconquista, a movement focused on retaking the mainline denominations for orthodox conservatives. Overall, one of the more interesting conversations I’ve had. He certainly has some strong takes, and I could see some thinking they’re too strong, but he backs them up and stands by them. Which these days is pretty refreshing. Very grateful he was willing to come on the show.Note: At one point I say that Gob Bluth said “there are dozens of us!” This was an error, a serious error. It was Tobias Fünke. I am sorry for this egregious mistake and will endeavor to prevent it from happening again in the future. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

What’s the connection between raising sons and beauty? Where’s the beauty in hard work? Is farming as idyllic as its made out to be today? This week I’m thrilled to be joined by Stuart Elliott, one half of the Elliott Homestead (https://www.theelliotthomestead.com), with his wife, Shaye. We talk about growing up in the PCA, farming, masculinity, hard work, and his recent project exploring the role beauty plays in forming young men.You can find Stuart’s blog on Beautiful Masculinity here: https://substack.com/@sfelliottCheck out the Elliott Homestead’s Youtube page here: www.youtube.com/@theelliotthomestead Thanks! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Why don’t Evangelicals and Lutherans interact as much? What would Evangelicals have to gain with having more conversations with Lutherans? Who even are Lutherans? Join us for this fascinating conversation with Lutheran pastor and theologian, John Hoyum.John Hoyum is a Lutheran pastor in Washington state, he received his Ph.D. in theology at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland. You can find him on X at www.x.com/JohannesFlacius as well as some of his writing at 1517 here: https://www.1517.org/contributors/john-w-hoyum This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of The Evangelical Anglican, Jared Jones sits down again with Nate Claiborne to further discuss the world of theological systems. This episode is based on a series of articles that Nate put out on his Patreon. You can find the full articles and support Nate there. Here is the link to Nate’s Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/nateclaiborne You can follow Nate on X at https://x.com/nateclaiborne This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of The Evangelical Anglican, Jared Jones sits down with Nate Claiborne to unpack the world of theological systems—from Calvinism and Arminianism to Roman Catholicism and Pentecostalism. Together they explore how different systems try to hold Scripture, tradition, and experience in tension, and why evangelicals should engage them with both conviction and humility.This episode is based on a series of articles that Nate put out on his Patreon. You can find the full articles and support Nate there.Here is the link to Nate’s Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/nateclaiborneYou can follow Nate on X at https://x.com/nateclaiborne This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Today’s guest is Connor Shackelford, executive editor at Credo Magazine, @credostudio and PHD candidate at Columbia International University. Connor recently wrote an article for Credo titled “Becoming Anglican: An Unexpected Journey” (Link below) in which he chronicled his recent journey from being a baptist to becoming Anglican. We hear about his journey, what he loves about becoming Anglican, what he appreciates about his Baptist upbringing, and what Anglicanism has to offer to the broader Evangelical world. “Becoming Anglican: An Unexpected Journey” - https://credomag.com/2025/10/becoming-anglican-an-unexpected-journey/ Connor Shackelford - https://x.com/Connor_Shack This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Today we have the fun of hearing from Jonathan McKenzie, a friend of the program. Jonathan is the Youth Director at a Christ Church Presbyterian in Augusta, GA. Growing up in evangelical world, Jonathan flirted briefly with Anglicanism before deciding to stay Presbyterian. I’ve had the joy of getting to know him over the last few years and thought it would be a great conversation to start off our interviews. We had a great talk about the world of evangelicalism; the connection between Baptists, Presbyterians, and Anglicans; the draw that Gen-Z Christians feel toward Eastern Orthodoxy, Roman Catholicism, and Charismatic traditions; and the things he misses most about Anglicanism.You can follow Jonathan on X. Be sure to subscribe for more content like this coming in the future!P.S. This is our first time doing an interview on the podcast so the audio quality was very bad. I figured out what was wrong and in the future it should be better! Paid subscriptions help us to get better quality gear for the show, please consider helping out! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Before Pentecost, the risen Christ’s followers gather in prayer, waiting on the Spirit’s promised power. In choosing Matthias to replace Judas, we see how the Spirit establishes the apostolic foundation of the church. The apostles are not self-appointed; they are Spirit-appointed witnesses to the saving work of Jesus. In this episode, we explore how God’s Spirit ensured that the apostolic message about Christ’s death, resurrection, and reign is authoritative for the church in every generation. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

On today’s episode of the Evangelical Anglican, we’re starting a new series walking through the book of Acts. What is the purpose of the church? What’s the message of Christianity? The disciples thought it was a physical manifestation of God’s kingdom on earth, but Jesus, as he had done constantly during his earthly ministry, reminded them that this was about far more than just Israel, this was about getting the message of God’s mercy to the entire world.Thanks for watching! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

On today’s episode of the Evangelical Anglican, we look again at JC Ryle’s essay “The Evangelical Religion,” but this time we’re talking about four different ways that Ryle tells us we can mute or subdue the Gospel in our approach to religion. These are not necessarily to say that the Gospel is missing or absent, but the volume knob has been turned down some, and sometimes turned down quite a bit.Listen and share with a friend! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode we look at JC Ryle’s last characteristic of what it means to be evangelical: the work of the Holy Spirit to bring forth good works within us so that we might love God and love our neighbor. A lot of times, talk about “good works” makes people feel uneasy, but as we’ll see today, there’s a deep and abiding promise of God that undergirds our activity and makes our good works a gift that God works within us, not the product of pressure, exhaustion, or weary striving. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we explore J. C. Ryle’s fourth mark of evangelical religion: the inward experience of the Holy Spirit. Ryle reminds us that Christianity is not only about creeds and practices, but about the Spirit’s living work on our hearts. Christianity is a religion of the heart, it is about loving the Lord and trusting Him, not about putting forward a good looking shell or husk of religious obedience. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

This week we are diving into J.C. Ryle’s third mark of evangelical religion: the paramount importance of the work of Jesus Christ and faith in His blood. For Ryle, everything in Christianity flows from the cross: our forgiveness, our assurance, our hope, and our life together as the church. In a world that often shifts the focus to morality, ritual, or personal experience, Ryle calls us back to the finished work of Christ as the heart of true faith. Join us as we explore why this conviction is still the beating heart of evangelical Anglicanism today. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

We continue our second week of our series on what it means to be an evangelical, looking at the chapter “Evangelical Religion” by JC Ryle in his book Knots Untied. This week we look at his second characteristic of being an evangelical: our proclamation of the reality and unavoidable nature of sin. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

What does it really mean to be an Evangelical Anglican? In this episode, we kick off a new series exploring the heart of evangelical identity within the Anglican tradition—beginning with the cornerstone: the supremacy of Scripture.Drawing on the writings of J.C. Ryle, particularly his bold defense of biblical authority in the Church, we look at how Evangelical Anglicans have historically understood the Bible’s place in shaping doctrine, worship, and everyday faith. Is Scripture truly our final authority, or just one voice among many? Join us as we recover Ryle’s prophetic voice for today’s religious landscape—and consider why his vision still matters. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Christianity should be simple and straightforward, then why does it often feel so complex? The Holy Spirit often seems vague and “only for the super spiritual,” and church also tends to feel like it’s for the Varisty players.Well, if you are having a hard time with church and the Holy Spirit, maybe you need to do a little bit of introspection. Perhaps, if you’ve found yourself a bit disconnected from your experience of God, it’s worth it to do some internal digging and figure out why you need him in the first place?This is what the Holy Spirit helps us do, to dig up some of our internal mess, bring it into the light, so that God might heal us and build us into a temple fit for his dwelling. And he will! All you have to do is ask… This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Today’s episode discusses the Trinity and focuses on the second Person of the Trinity, the Son. God is not a mysterious “unknown” but has been revealed to us as a Father by the Son. This is good news for us because we can know that God loves us as a father loves his children, and claims us as his own. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Trinity Sunday is upon us and the head pastors are headed for the hills (or the beach). “Let the associate handle it!” They say. On this episode, we look into why we’re nervous to talk about the Trinity, what it means, and who the person of the Father is.Thanks for watching! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Last episode we talked about how the Holy Spirit works within us to bring about the change that we normally think will come through things outside of us.But this begs a question: what’s the point of external institutions like church? If they didn’t work for Israel, why use them now? Should we just be alone, outside of church and organized religion?A lot of people today have happily answered in the affirmative to that question.But on today’s episode we give at least a small attempt explaining what purpose the “externals” have and why, in the end, your mom was right:You should go to church. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe

Most of our approaches to life and religion involve externals: rituals, rewards, requirements, other “r” words I’m sure. We think if we get these things right then all will be fixed.If your husband only understands what it means to leave his towel on the bathroom floor, he’ll change. If your teenager is told what laziness will lead to in his life, he will get to work. If you made a little more money, then your wife would finally be happy with you.Take politics for instance, both sides of the aisle are convinced that the main solution to all our problems is some kind of political victory. The right kind of political victory. But both ignore a fundamental problem, a fly in the ointment: the human heart.Israel had all the externals you would need to love God, trust him, worship him, and flourish in his creation. And yet they utterly and devastatingly failed at this.Why?Because just like in human relationships, real change, real love, cannot be forced from the outside but must come from within, it must spring up spontaneously and supernaturally in our hearts…in other words, if God is going to have a people who love him, serve him, please him, worship him, then he’s going to need Someone on the inside to do the job. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jaredjones3.substack.com/subscribe