Doctrine and Devotion is a weekly podcast exploring Christian faith and practice from an experiential perspective marked by the fun and humor that characterize real friendship.
Joe and Jimmy post up on the back porch to finish up the five part series on the different kinds of Calvinists. Today, the "good Calvinist." What should be true of Calvinists? Is this is any way different from non-Calvinists? The guys lay out 7 things that Calvinism should produce in every Calvinist. Plus, Jimmy loses an episode, and Joe's wearing "patriarchal power shirt".
The guys are nearing the end of their five part series on The Five Kinds of Calvinists, today talking about the "Straw Calvinist." This is the Calvinist that really doesn't exist. It's the "straw man" created by opponents of Calvinism through misunderstanding (most of the time) or intentional misrepresentation (much less of the time). They each take a turn addressing a popular strawman.
Joe and Jimmy are back talking about the five kinds of Calvinists, and today they're all over the "half-caf" Calvinist. What kind of churches do we find the half-caf Calvinists? Why does this even matter? The guys also discuss the value of labels, and the various labels that have been thrown at Redeemer Fellowship. Can we all get along with all these labels? Plus, Joe has a cold, and Jimmy's middle name is revealed.
Jimmy and Joe continue their conversation about the five kinds of Calvinists. Today, the guys talk about "bad Calvinists," and the five marks that often characterize these guys. Plus, Jimmy grades Joe's recent sermon. It wasn't the best.
Joe and Jimmy kick off a new series called "Five Kinds of Calvinists" and begin with The New Calvinist. This is not a discussion of "New Calvinism" as a movement, but of the newcomer to the Reformed Faith. What is good about these newbies? What advice would Jofo give them?
Jimmy and Joe jump into profanity on today's episode of Doctrine and Devotion. They don't start cussing, but they do start discussing when language becomes profane Are certain words out of bounds? Does context play any role in the words we use? What can we do to begin working on the problem of inappropriate language? Plus, D&D is not a 501c3, and the guys debate "bruh" vs. "brah".
The guys jump into the conversation about The Nashville Statement from The Council of Biblical Manhood and Womanhood. They go through and briefly discuss all 14 articles including the affirmation and denial of each. Do the guys like the Nashville Statement? Plus, Joe gets "bleeped," Denny Burk is revealed to be the Fofo Whisperer, and Jimmy can't tell white people apart. Be sure to head over the CBMW and read The Nashville Statement ....
Joe and Jimmy are back, talking about the power of God. Is it true that God wouldn't call us to do something we are incapable of doing? How do we experience his divine power? Is it necessary for the Christian life? Plus, The Doctrine and Devotion Conference in New Zealand, and Joe makes a "duty" joke.
Jimmy's back from Canada and the guys are talking about heaven. Why? Because not enough people are talking about it. What is heaven, and what is like? Why don't we long for it like the Apostle Paul does? For whom is heaven a matter of profound desire?
Jimmy and Joe talk about what it takes to tell the truth, and why so many are slow to be honest about their convictions. Should Christians "keep it real?"
The guys post up at the cigar shop to talk about what goes into sermon preparation. How many hours should it take? What should the process involve? Why doesn't Joe "practice?" How is this subject something that is helpful for those who don't preach? Plus, Jimmy has to officiate his first wedding. In Canada. Sowrie.
The guys are on the mics having a free form conversation about some of the things they've learned over the years in ministry. This is a good conversation to listen in on, especially for those who are looking to enter the ministry. Plus, lots of Jared Wilson quotes.
Joe's back from The Canvas Conference and Jimmy's getting ready to fly to Canada. Again. But there's always time for fresh pod! This time the guys talk about the need to develop leaders in the church and how we work at it at Redeemer Fellowship. Plus, Jimmy is "the guy in the chair," and video is coming soon. Maybe even this weekend.
We received an email recently that asked us to talk about the idea of someone "belonging before believing." It is said a lot these days, and sometimes it comes with bad theological baggage. Other times it merely expresses a subjective experience. Can someone really belong before they believe? Jojo and Fofo throw up the mics to talk about it. Plus, Jimmy forgets his wallet, and Joe learns what a red-eye is. 10 minutes of banter. Be warned.
Today Joe and Jimmy talk about the Southern Baptist Convention. But don't let the title fool you. We talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of our convention, and in the end encourage other baptists to join us! Here's the article that led us to discuss this. Why I’m Leaving the Southern Baptist Convention (via the NYT ). Plus, Joe gets mad about lawn care and Jimmy is sporting a new 'do....
The guys wrap up their series through the Ten Commandments, hitting the danger of coveting. Why is it evil? How does it take hold of our hearts? What is the cure? Plus, Jimmy has never heard of "jumping the shark," and Joe does not believe in aliens. And for the whiners - skip to 6:22 to avoid banter.
**We apologize for the delay in the release of this episode. Thank you for your patience.** Jimmy and Joe sit down to talk about the ninth commandment, and why not "bearing false witness" means much more than a prohibition against lying. Plus, Joe's a Scorpion and Jimmy sings.
We're getting close to the end of our series on the Ten Commandments. Today—the eight commandment: "You shall not steal." Why do people steal? What are the ways in which we steal but might not even know it? Plus, Jimmy calls out Joe for breaking this commandment. A lot.
Joe and Jimmy are back with some fresh pod! The guys would like to take a minute to clarify something to our newer listeners. Nothing in this podcast is rehearsed or scripted. Most of you can tell these recordings are pretty raw by the ADD/all over the place conversations you've been listening to. But, some newer listeners have asked. So, there you go. Today the guys are talking about the seventh commandment. What does it means to commit adultery? Is it only a physical act that can be engaged in...
The guys are back, talking Ten Commandments, murder, justice, and the various ways we all break the sixth commandment. Plus, Jimmy conducts interviews to replace Joe, and it’s Ladies Night at Redeemer.
Jimmy and Joe walk into the second table of the law and talk about the fifth commandment. Why is the command to “honor your father and mother” the first to be listed in the second table? Does this command only impact family relationships? What does honoring mom and dad look like today, and what is the danger is breaking this commandment?
Joe is away on vacation this week, but the guys banked a bunch of episodes so the party keeps rolling. In this episode the JoFo walk through the fourth commandment, and will probably frustrate a good percentage of the listeners with their perspective on the sabbath. Are the guys “sabbatarian?” Do they take exception to the 1689 Confession on this issue? What does sabbath keeping look like for them? Plus, Jimmy is plagued with green stickers, and Jared Wilson is an “anti-notite.” For more on the ...
Joe and Jimmy are back with "Number Three" of the Big Ten. What does it mean to take God's name "in vain?" Is it more than profanity? How do we all fail in keeping the third commandment? Plus, a pop quiz for your pastor, and Jimmy learns a new word.
Jimmy and Joe continue their discussion of the Big Ten and zero in on the Second Commandment. Why does God forbid images in worship? Does "The Second" forbid all images of Jesus?
Joe and Jimmy kick of a new series on the Ten Commandments. That's right, a ten part series exploring the "moral law." How is the law relevant to the Christian? What is the essential command in the first commandment? What is an idol? How does the gospel relate to the law? Plus, the guys tease some of the session titles from the upcoming Doctrine and Devotion Conference in New Zealand.
Jimmy and Joe revisit the practice of "hanging out." Why? To encourage everyone to take it more seriously as a means of engaging the community and even making disciples. And, they forgot they already covered this subject. Also in this episode: banter and interruptions.
The JoFo talk about coming to Christ. What does God do in the person before their conversion? Is there some kind of "preparation" needed? Is there something unbelievers should be doing as they are considering the gospel? Is there a practical way to guide people to Jesus?
Joe and Jimmy sit down to record their 100th episode. They answer some listener email (women leading in corporate worship, restoring fallen pastors, executive pastors, rural ministry, an tithing) and address the issue of their "banter" or "bickering." Plus, an MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT is made toward the end of the podcast.
Jimmy is back from his "month long" vacation, and the bromance is rekindled! Today Joe and Jimmy sit down to discuss their church's vision for all of church life: "Table, Pulpit, and Square." What do these three environments have to do with church health and the Christian life? Grab a piece of paper and a pencil to follow along as the guys work it out.
Jimmy and Joe got together to talk about their anger issues. What is anger? When is it justified? What generally makes anger such a misplaced affection in our lives? Hey, haters: You can skip to 4:35 to skip the "banter."
