Meet Tom Wadsworth
Biblical Scholar and Visionary Author
Groundbreaking Research into First Century Christian Assemblies.
Tom Wadsworth is a biblical scholar, speaker, and writer with a decade of experience in pulpit ministry, a decade in radio broadcasting, and 30 years in publishing. Tom holds a BA in Biblical Studies, an MTh, ThM, and a PhD in Biblical Studies with a focus on the New Testament. His YouTube channel has attracted over 6,000 subscribers, featuring a viral video with over 100,000 views, and he has been featured on several podcasts. Tom’s research and insights into early Christian assemblies have been described as "wonderfully researched and presented," "absolutely groundbreaking," and a "profound reorientation of our thinking." At the same time, some have called it "heresy," "false teaching," and "blasphemy."
How We Got Worship Wrong: Revolutionary Research into Early Church Meetings
Tom Wadsworth’s forthcoming book, now in draft stage, offers a groundbreaking exploration of why the first century church did not have "worship services." This work, based on Tom's 300-page doctoral dissertation, delves into the historical, cultural, linguistic, and theological factors behind first century assemblies and their stark differences to our modern church culture.
The book will appeal to a wide range of readers, including scholars, pastoral leaders, and committed Christians alike. Far from being a negative critique of the modern church, the book proposes a list of practical recommendations that answer the question, "What Do We Do Now?"
Recent Podcast Appearances
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Church Dropout
In this Church Dropout podcast, host Allen Russell and Dr. Tom Wadsworth explore how evolving worship practices have affected today's church culture in most denominations.
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Good Berean
Host Jason Breda interviews Dr. Tom Wadsworth about his recent Ph.D. dissertation that investigated Christian assemblies in the first century.
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Faith Foundations
Together, Barry and Tom examine the practice of prostration and the nature of sacred spaces.
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Ready4Eternity
Eddie Lawrence, host of the Ready4Eternity podcast, interviews Dr. Tom Wadsworth about his 2022 PhD dissertation about first-century Christian assemblies.
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How Christians Gathered in the 1st Century, and Why We Should Care
Explore the evolution of early Christian gatherings and the Lord's Supper.
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What Your Pastor Didn’t Tell You
An engaging discussion on overlooked aspects of early church practices.
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Morning Tea with Joanne Jolee
Insights into Tom’s latest research and thoughts on biblical worship.
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289: Has the Church Got Worship Wrong?
A deep dive into the "major paradigm shift" that is inherent in Wadsworth's research.
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Are We REALLY Committed to What the Bible Says?
A conversation on the commitment to biblical teachings about "worship" and about early Christian gatherings.
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We Shall Not Sleep
Michael Krebill and Dr. Tom Wadsworth discuss early Christian assemblies and how Tom’s research has affected his life.
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![Dr. Kent Smith and Dr. Tom Wadsworth on a black background with text "Edifying Christian Gatherings: Then & Now"]()
Eden Center for Regenerative Culture
This special 1-hour interview, hosted and recorded by Bart Moyers, brings together Dr. Tom Wadsworth and his research in first-century Christian assemblies, and Dr. Kent Smith and his decades of work with building effective Christian communities around the globe.
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The Looking Glass
Josh Ferrara, host of The Looking Glass podcast in Australia, interviews Dr. Tom Wadsworth about his popular video series, "How We Got Worship Wrong."
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iThinkBiblically
In this video, popular Australian podcaster Caleb Corneloup interviews Dr. Tom Wadsworth. Dr. Wadsworth explains how most churches today miss the point of the Christian meetings.
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The Table Podcast
Pastor Tyler Burns of The Table Podcast sits down with Dr. Tom Wadsworth to discuss his PhD dissertation and his popular YouTube videos.
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The Bill Arnold Show
Listen to Dr. Tom Wadsworth’s interview on “The Bill Arnold Show” on “Faith Radio".
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How To Think Podcast
In this interview with former atheist Kurt Rushlow, recorded Dec. 7, 2024, Dr. Wadsworth identifies unbiblical traditions that arose over time, and how returning to Biblical truth can strengthen Christians, restore credibility to the church, and bring clarity to the Gospel message.
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The Church Revitalization Podcast
This episode is a must-listen for pastors, church leaders, and anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of biblical assemblies and the early church’s transformative practices.
Watch Tom’s viral YouTube presentation
With nearly 100K views, Tom's viral video has resonated deeply with viewers seeking a deeper understanding of the early church assembly and its profound implications for modern church gatherings.
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If you’re interested in discussing publishing opportunities, partnerships, or podcast appearances, please connect with Tom through the contact form.