The guys are back in The 1689 Confession, Chapter 19 paragraphs 4 and 5, discussing the Law of God. This time Joe and Jimmy hit the civil laws of the Old Covenant and go back to the moral law as perpetually blinding for the church, even under the New Covenant. Plus, does Jimmy fly in First Class while his wife and kids fly among the commoners? To go deeper into the moral, civil, and ceremonial divisions of the law, pick up From the Finger of God: The Biblical and Theological Basis for the Threef...
Aug 26, 2019•24 min
Jimmy brings up one of Joe’s tweets related to contending for the faith, and they spend some time discussing the meaning behind it. Too often we think of ourselves as the hero in the midst of conflict, which can lead us to think of opponents as villains, and excuse our methods or approach even if wrong. Those who think of themselves as the hero will lack the humility needed to honor the Lord.
Aug 22, 2019•25 min
The guys step into paragraph 3 of Chapter 19 of the 1689 Baptist Confession, focusing on the ceremonial law of the Old Covenant. Why don’t we keep the ceremonial laws today? How did they prefigure Christ? Joe and Jimmy take a look at the tabernacle and how it ultimately points to Jesus Christ. To go deeper into the moral, civil, and ceremonial divisions of the law, pick up From the Finger of God: The Biblical and Theological Basis for the Threefold Division of the Law by Philip Ross. For the lin...
Aug 19, 2019•26 min
The guys are back, school is in session, and Joe doesn’t know Roman numerals. On this episode the guys talk through John Calvin’s Prayer on Preparing to Go to School. It’s a beautiful and helpful prayer that can guide both students and parents in praying through the beginning of the school year. You can read the prayer below in its entirety, and you can order the seven volume set of John Calvin’s Tracts and Letters by Banner of Truth here. Prayer on Preparing to Go to School O LORD, who art the ...
Aug 15, 2019•30 min
The guys are back on the 1689 in Chapter 19, paragraph 2, talking about the law of God written on the heart of man and its subsequent revelation on Mt. Sinai. Before they get into the three-fold division of the law and the three uses of the law (next week), Jimmy and Joe remind us that all are guilty for their disobedience to God’s commands, whether they received them at a mountain, were taught them by their parents, read them in the bible, or never had them articulated to them by anyone in thei...
Aug 12, 2019•27 min
Joe is back from the Normal Pastors Conference and begins campaigning to be brought back next year. Then the guys get into the material Joe presented at the conference. What is anxiety? What does it do to us? How can we put it to death? The 2019 West Coast Doctrine and Devotion Conference You ready, California?! Doctrine and Devotion's first annual West Coast Conference is Saturday, September 28th, 2019 from 10am-4pm in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA at The Bridge Church. Our theme for this one-day ...
Aug 08, 2019•33 min
Bonus Episode: The guys recorded this episode earlier in the week, but the Founders Ministries Cinedoc controversy led us to change the release schedule. So here it is, Jimmy and Joe discussing Josh Harris and his announcement of his spiritual “deconstruction” or falling away from the Christian faith. What exactly did Josh say? How did the online community respond? How should we personally respond when people fall away? Plus, Joe argues with Dunkin’ Donuts. For all the links and show notes for t...
Aug 02, 2019•26 min
Joe and Jimmy explain recent Doctrine and Devotion social media posts that raised questions, and had some people going full tilt, and discuss the difference between correcting brothers and sisters in Christ, and false teachers who have abandoned the truth. Are the guys now “discernment bloggers?” Will Tijuana Smalls become the third host of the podcast? Plus, Pastor Joe referenced a sermon series from Redeemer Fellowship that addresses some of the controversial issues discussed today. Link is be...
Aug 01, 2019•51 min
Founders Ministries recently released a trailer for their forthcoming “cinedoc” that seems to focus on the dangerous presence of liberalism in its various forms present in the church today. Many took issue with the trailer’s tone and some of its content. We discuss that here. In light of the public outcry concerning the trailer many waited for an apology to be issued by Founders Ministries. On July 29th Pastor Tom Ascol, President of Founders Ministries, released a statement detailing the releas...
Jul 30, 2019•24 min
Joe and Jimmy are joined by their good friend, Pastor Michael Beck, as they get into Chapter 19 of the 1689 Confession on The Law of God. Why is the doctrine of God’s law important? What is the covenant of works and why do some people push back against the idea? RELEVANT LINKS Two Age Sojourner: The Blog, Podcast, and Sermons of Michael Beck Michael Beck on Twitter and Instagram For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689191...
Jul 29, 2019•43 min
Mark Driscoll recently said in an interview, “I don’t hold to the five points of Calvinism. I think it’s garbage… it’s not biblical.” This has garnered a lot of attention because Mark was, for several years, a highly influential pastor and author that Time Magazine identified as one leaders in the New Calvinist movement. Where did the “five points” come from? What do we think of Mark’s take on “the five points”? Was Mark ever “reformed” in any sense of the word? Why do people care? Jimmy and Joe...
Jul 25, 2019•32 min
BONUS EPISODE! We knew Founders Ministries was working on a documentary of sorts, and they have finally released the trailer. And it turns out that while some people liked it, we noticed a lot more social media push-back against it. By What Standard? God’s World, God’s Rules looks to take on the social justice movement, women preachers, and liberalism (among other issues), and the trailers makes it appear that they are putting several well-known Southern Baptists in their cross hairs. Many have ...
Jul 24, 2019•29 min
Jimmy and Joe wrap up chapter 18 on Assurance from the 1689 Confession, discussing the reasons our assurance is “shaken, diminished, and intermitted.” Plus, Joe visit a mega church and Jimmy goes to a murder mystery dinner party.
Jul 22, 2019•33 min
The guys offer this episode as an encouragement to those of you who have wasted the first half of the summer, and want to redeem the time you have left. Simple, unoriginal, but necessary advice that can help you get the most out of the remaining weeks of summer. Plus, resources. Resources The RANSOM Bible Study Method ESV Scriptural Journal (James) Streetlights Audio Bible Top 5 Commentaries by Ligonier Get all the links and show notes at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/redeemingsummer...
Jul 18, 2019•20 min
Jimmy and Joe are back discussing the 1689 Confession on Assurance. Today, the guys talk about the need to and process of seeking an assurance of salvation.
Jul 15, 2019•20 min
As pastors Joe and Jimmy are getting ready for the 4th of July they take some time to discuss church growth, and more specifically, 10 reasons why your church may not be growing. Plus, Joe recommended Outgrowing the Ingrown Church by C. John Miller as a helpful book to read if you find your church losing its emphasis on reaching out. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/why
Jul 11, 2019•42 min
Joe and Jimmy are back talking about the doctrine of assurance. While assurance is not automatic, it is attainable by God’s Spirit through the means of grace. Plus, Jimmy hurts Joe’s feelings by proving to be insensitive.
Jul 08, 2019•20 min
Happy 4th of July, suckas! In light of our national holiday falling on a Thursday release of the podcast, it seemed appropriate for the guys discuss the recent “Freedom Sunday” that went down at FBC Dallas. This is not the Freedom Sunday associated with International Justice Mission that deals with the modern slave trade, but this Freedom Sunday. Think American flags and fireworks. Why do Jimmy and Joe have a problem with this Freedom Sunday? Do they hate America? What theological beef do the gu...
Jul 04, 2019•47 min
The guys are back discussing the uncertainty of false assurance, the certainty of true assurance, and the ground of our assurance resting on the work of Jesus and the work of the Spirit. All of this from The 1689 Confession, Chapter 18, paragraph 2. Plus, Jimmy prefers brunch. Want to read up on Assurance? Pick up Don Whitney’s book, How Can I Be Sure I'm a Christian?: The Satisfying Certainty of Eternal Life. TODAY'S SPONSOR Today’s episode is sponsored by Eric Landfried author of Solitary Man,...
Jul 01, 2019•30 min
What’s up, everyone?! Joe and Jimmy take another opportunity to vent a bit about a few things they found funny or frustrating on social media. Are Jimmy and Joe dumb? What did James White do this time? Did Jerry Falwell Jr. say another thing? And what is the simple, honest, and plain perspective from the guys? Plus, Jimmy captures Joe in a new ride. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/ff
Jun 27, 2019•44 min
The guys are back talking about assurance and the 1689 Confession . What is assurance and how do some people wind up with a false assurance of salvation? Plus, what would the guys say to someone who has lost their assurance?
Jun 24, 2019•30 min
Jimmy and Joe revisit the subject of “effeminate men” seeking to offer some thoughts and a bit of clarity on the issue. Joe surprises Jimmy with a bonus topic, and Jimmy apologizes for something he said on last Thursday’s episode.
Jun 20, 2019•32 min
The guys are back after Sunday services to talk about the doctrine of perseverance from The 1689 Confession, Chapter 17, and look at the issue of “backsliding.” Though God preserves the Christian to the end, it is still possible to “fall into grievous sins, and for a time continue therein.” How does this happen, and what are the consequences of backsliding? Plus, Jimmy hangs out with everyone, but Joe. If you aren't already, be sure to get familiar with The 1689 Confession at our dedicated 1689 ...
Jun 17, 2019•21 min
Today the guys decide to vent in this hour long episode. Yes, the steam has been building up this year, and this episode is likely offend some friends. What is triggering the JoFo? 1) Christian leaders spending so much time on the issue of women preaching while simultaneously remaining relatively silent on the issue of sexual abuse in the church, 2) bad pastoral care, 3) ungodly church discipline, and 4) mature men losing their focus. Plus, Joe defends skinny jeans? Skip the banter, including Jo...
Jun 13, 2019•1 hr
The guys continue to work through the chapter 17 of the 1689 Confession on “Perseverance.” Jimmy and Joe consider the guarantee of our perseverance. If we are active in our sanctification, why isn’t our perseverance to the end dependent on our own free will? What is the perseverance of the saints ultimately dependent on? Joe mentioned Keeping the Heart by John Flavel. If you haven’t read it, you need to get it. Get all the show notes and links at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689172...
Jun 10, 2019•37 min
Jimmy and Joe talk through the brouhaha over President Trump’s surprise visit to Mclean Bible Church where David Platt serves as the Teaching Pastor. Was bringing the President of the United States up front to pray for him during Sunday service biblical or unbiblical? WHAT Did Jerry Falwell Jr. say about Platt?! What would the Jofo do? Plus, Jimmy yells “Trump” in church. Seriously. References David Platt Models How to Pray for a President by Joe Carter David Platt’s Explanation Praying for a Pr...
Jun 06, 2019•28 min
The guys open up The 1689 Confession to chapter 17 to begin discussing the doctrine of the perseverance of the saints. How is this doctrine different from “eternal security”? What does perseverance fundamentally teach? How does a believer’s fall into sin relate to this doctrine? Plus, Jimmy doesn’t know the song, “More than Words.”
Jun 03, 2019•27 min
Joe and Jimmy open up about discouragement in ministry and talk through it all. What is discouragement and where does it come from? What does discouragement produce in us? How can we fight against it and how does God use it for our good? Plus, Jimmy is the answer to Joe’s prayer for deliverance. Recommended Reading A Lifting Up for the Downcast by William Bridge The Bruised Reed by Richard Sibbes For all the show notes and links visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/discouragement2...
May 30, 2019•54 min
The guys are back and finish up chapter 16, on Good Works, from the 1689 Confession. Why are our works, even if “good” in capable of meriting eternal life? How are our good works, even if corrupt, acceptable and pleasing to God? And how does God see the works of non-Christians? Plus, Joe is dealing with customer service, and Jimmy’s photo of Joe becomes a meme. For all the show notes and links visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/168915567
May 27, 2019•27 min
A lot of us find ourselves overwhelmed in the midst of our work and family responsibilities. But it’s not always because we are overworked. Sometimes it’s because we are underworked. Joe and Jimmy discuss and suggest 10 ways to push back against that sense of being overwhelmed. Plus, here’s a peek at Joe’s famous 2017 calendar. Get all the show notes and at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/overwhelmed
May 23, 2019•39 min
