Joe and Jimmy read an email from a listener about handling abusive church members. What does a pastor do when a member, or a group of members, in the church begin to attack and slander him? Our Sponsor Missional Wear is sponsoring today’s episode, and we are excited to tell you about their newest project. You know Missional Wear: christian tees, mugs, prints, and more, all reflecting good theology. But now they are producing amazing statue-busts of some of the great theologians. Head over to Kic...
Oct 25, 2018•40 min
We’ve got a bonus episode for you! Joe and Jimmy talk about the this past Monday and the hate they were getting from a couple of websites regarding their thinking on complementarianism (Here’s the original video in question). The guys clarify their view on the issue in question, talk about what it actually means to be Reformed, and then offer some advice on dealing with personal attacks and slander. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/deformed...
Oct 23, 2018•38 min
Jimmy and Joe get into the last two paragraphs of chapter 7 of the 1689 and discuss the Covenant of Grace. What is the nature of the Covenant of Grace? If covenant theology is essential to reformed theology, how did the baptists differ in their understanding of the Covenant of Grace? Why is it important for us to understand this covenant? Want to dig deeper? Pic up Pascal Denault’s amazing, The Distinctiveness of Baptist Covenant Theology: Revised Edition. OUR SPONSOR Missional Wear is sponsorin...
Oct 22, 2018•30 min
Joe and Jimmy are back in the cigar shop, and are joined by Stephen Kopalchick. Stephen is a member of Redeemer Fellowship, Director of Global Distribution at Crossway, and the founder of The St. Charles Institute. The guys had Stephen on to discuss a passion of his, raising awareness about the persecuted church. What is persecution? What areas are hot today? How can American Christians and churches begin to think more deeply about and get involved in this issue? Be sure to read the article we r...
Oct 18, 2018•42 min
The guys are back talking 1689, and today they step into chapter 7 on “God’s Covenant.” Dialing in on paragraph 1 they guys discuss the Covenant of Works. What is a covenant? What is the Covenant of Works? Why is this important? Let’s talk about it. OUR SPONSOR Missional Wear is sponsoring today’s episode, and we are excited to tell you about their newest project. You know Missional Wear: christian tees, mugs, prints, and more, all reflecting good theology. But now they are producing amazing sta...
Oct 15, 2018•34 min
The guys are still hanging at the cigar shop and share some quick thoughts on maintaining balance in the midst of a busy life. Though they certainly haven’t arrived at perfect balance, they walk through 6 principles for maintaining balance in all of an individual’s various callings. Maintaining balance requires us to: 1. Prioritize Responsibilities 2. Get Feedback 3. Adjust As Needed 4. Be Consistent 5. Be Persistent Through Failure 6. Rejoice in Your Success We’d love to hear your thoughts on t...
Oct 11, 2018•22 min
Joe and Jimmy are wrapping up chapter 6 of the 1689 Confession by walking through the fifth and final paragraph. Though Christians are born again, they continue to sin. We are made saints, but remain sinners. What does the doctrine of indwelling sin in the believer mean for us in our every day lives? What’s the danger of denying this doctrine? Plus, Jimmy plays LARP, and Joe explains football. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/168965
Oct 08, 2018•23 min
Joe and Jimmy discuss the common marks of abusive pastors and toxic leadership. What are the signs of leaders who will do harm to the church? Below are 10 symptoms of abusive leadership. Toxic Leaders: 1. Avoid Unaccountability 2. Lack transparency 3. Demonstrate an arrogant/elitist spirit 4. Manipulate members 5. Have a Messiah Complex (I am the savior) 6. Have a Martyr Complex (I am persecuted) 7. Are harsh in the discipline of members 8. Maintain a painful exit process of members 9. Hate on o...
Oct 04, 2018•35 min
Jimmy and Joe crack open the 1689 and look at chapter 6, paragraphs 2 through 4, to discuss the doctrines of original sin and total depravity. What is original sin, and can we really be guilty for what Adam did in the garden? How depraved are we? And what should these doctrines do in us who believe? THE BIBLICAL THEOLOGY GIVEAWAY! We are giving away 10 copies of the classic, Biblical Theology by Geerhardus Vos. Starting today, we will choose two winners each day through Friday from social media ...
Oct 01, 2018•35 min
Today, the guys sit down to talk about reigniting one’s spiritual life through self examination. We all, at times, go through periods of spiritual stagnation and coldness. It is, in one way, an interruption in our communion with God. Because communion with God only flourishes when we understand the reality of our sin and God’s grace, we must regularly engage in self examination,(in which we consider our sins) and gospel meditation. One way of examining ourselves is to consider specific sins, in ...
Sep 27, 2018•58 min
As Joe and Jimmy continue their discussion on the Statement on Social Justice and the Gospel, they interview Joel McDurmon. Dr. McDurmon is critical of the statement and agreed to spend some time with the guys to share his perspective. Plus, Jimmy calls out Ed Stetzer’s goatee, and Joe CRUSHES Dr. McDurmon in a debate on cooking as husbands. It’s a great conversation we hope will encourage further discussion on the subject. To hear the discussion with Tom Ascol on the Statement on Social Justice...
Sep 25, 2018•58 min
Today Joe and Jimmy are talking about the “Fall of Man, of Sin, and of the Punishment Thereof” from the 1689 Confession, chapter 6, paragraph 1. The guys consider man’s original state of righteousness, the covenantal context of life in the garden before the fall, the fall of Satan, the nature of satanic temptation and deception, and God’s purpose in it all. And how should these truths impact us experientially? Recommended Reading Getting the Garden Right by Richard Barcellos The Covenant of Work...
Sep 24, 2018•40 min
This time the guys post up at Joe’s house to record an episode discussing the gospel and its implications. The pull from an article from 9 Marks by Mike Bullmore titled, Gospel Implications. Plus, Joe breaks a house rule and Jimmy gets his shoes shined. Our Sponsor The NIV Biblical Theology Study Bible (general editor D. A. Carson) is the only study Bible built on Biblical Theology and will help you to marvel at the Big Story and savor the details of the history of redemption. Learn more at www....
Sep 20, 2018•44 min
Jimmy and Joe are on Joe’s back porch enjoying a Sunday afternoon talking through The 1689 Confession, Chapter 5, paragraphs 6 and 7. They explore God’s providential dealing with the reprobate and look at God’s hardening of hearts. Whom does God harden, and why? OUR SPONSOR The NIV Biblical Theology Study Bible (general editor D. A. Carson) is the only study Bible built on Biblical Theology and will help you to marvel at the Big Story and savor the details of the history of redemption. Learn mor...
Sep 17, 2018•33 min
We got a bonus episode for you all this Sunday! The guys invited Pastor Tom Ascol to come on the podcast to discuss his perspective on the Statement on Social Justice and The Gospel as one of the men behind the controversial statement. What was Tom’s motive and hope for helping to publish this statement? What was the rationale behind asking people to sign the statement? What is something Tom would like opponents of the statement to know about him? In light of how this is playing out so far, if h...
Sep 16, 2018•1 hr 5 min
The guys have Dr. Paul Maxwell in to talk about his perspective on masculinity. This conversation not only shows how complicated the issue of masculinity is, but also provides a helpful way to think through it in some fresh ways. Why is masculinity and femininity so controversial? Can we differentiate between the two in meaningful ways? This is deep stuff, so be sure to read his article or watch his video on The Crisis of Masculinity in a Postmodern Age. Go deep with Paul at his website, Selfwir...
Sep 13, 2018•59 min
Jimmy and Joe are sitting in the office, talking about God's painful providences from the 1689 Confession chapter 5 paragraph 5. How should we seek to walk through God's painful providences? What are his divine purposes when his providence involve suffering? Plus, bar-b-q sauce! NOTE: The intellectual lightweights can forward to the 8:50 mark to skip the banter. RECOMMENDATIONS The Providence of God by Thomas Watson (online) Behind a Frowning Providence by John Murray (free PDF download) OUR SPO...
Sep 10, 2018•42 min
Jimmy and Joe are sitting in the office, talking about God's painful providences from the 1689 Confession chapter 5 paragraph 5. How should we seek to walk through God's painful providences? What are his divine purposes when his providence involve suffering? Plus, bar-b-q sauce! The intellectual lightweights can forward to the 8:50 mark to skip the banter. OUR SPONSOR: Trace the Themes is a free Bible study by pastor Spence Shelton that will help you trace the themes of Scripture as they unfold ...
Sep 10, 2018•37 min
A small group of brothers in Christ broke the internet recently with the release of a statement addressing their concerns "that values borrowed from secular culture are currently undermining Scripture in the areas of race and ethnicity, manhood and womanhood, and human sexuality." The Statement on Social Justice and the Gospel was released with initial signatories like Tom Ascol, John MacArthur, James White, Josh Buice, and many others. The response has been explosive and divisive, and Joe and J...
Sep 07, 2018•1 hr 1 min
The guys are sitting in the local cigar shop talking through how to leave your ministry position, your local church, or your job in a manner that honors God and others. They were moved to chat through this in light of Thom Rainer's retirement from Lifeway. What are some things to keep in mind, and what are some things to do when leaving something important? As a help, the guys also walk us through Dr. Mark Dever's "If You're Thinking about Leaving a Church". The NIV Biblical Theology Study Bible...
Sep 06, 2018•38 min
Joe and Jimmy are hanging out at the cigar shop talking about the doctrine of divine providence from the 1689 Baptist Confession Chapter 5 paragraphs 3 and 4. What comfort comes from the idea of God's providence over sin, and where do we see this doctrine in scripture? Plus, the guys reveal the details of the 2019 Doctrine and Devotion Conference, "Biblical Theology: The Revelation of God's Person, Plan, and Purpose." For links and all the show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/1689534...
Sep 03, 2018•37 min
Today, Joe and Jimmy walk through their RANSOM Bible Study Method. This is a six step method of reading the Scripture that can encourage you to read the Bible thoughtfully, apply it personally, and interpret it theologically. The guys have also created a RANSOM Bible Study Method ebook that you can download for free. To get the resource just sign up for our email list and you can download it right away. If you are already a subscriber be sure to check your inbox for a link that will allow you to...
Aug 30, 2018•28 min
This is the first episode Jimmy and Joe have recorded since Joe got back from South Africa. So they guys catch up and Jimmy presses Joe on why he was in a South African police station. Then they jump into chapter 5, paragraphs 1 and 2 of the 1689 Confession on God's Providence. If divine providence is "God's ordering all outcomes and events of things, after the counsel of his will, to his own glory" (Watson), what does this mean for the ideas of chance, determinism, and God's responsibility over...
Aug 27, 2018•37 min
Joe and Jimmy are hanging out in the cigar shop talking about how to best prepare to lead a group of people in "devotions." Christians are often asked to lead a group in a "devotional," meaning, share something good from the word of God for those in attendance. But how can we do it well? The guys offer five pieces of advice to lead a group in better devotionals. And the guys introduce the Doctrine and Devotion "RANSOM" Bible Study Method. You can expect more on that in the future. Plus, why do f...
Aug 23, 2018•27 min
The guys are back on the 1689 Confession, talking through chapter 4 on the doctrine of creation. What is the significance of the doctrine of creation? Does the 1689 hold a position on the sox days of creation? Why did God create all things and what does this have to do with us today?
Aug 20, 2018•21 min
Joe and Jimmy discuss how their workshop at Legacy Chicago went. Not so good. How do Jimmy and Joe evaluate themselves and their teaching? What does it look like to go back to the drawing board after a failure? The guys offer ten points of action and reflection for those who bomb and are ready to learn from their mistakes. Plus, we include a photo of the dude who fell asleep in our workshop. Gotacha, sucka! Also, Adam Kareus wrote two articles for Doctrine and Devotion you will want to check out...
Aug 16, 2018•22 min
The guys are back on the 1689 , this time wrapping up Chapter 3 on God's Decree by discussing the final paragraph. Why must we be careful with the doctrines of God’s decree and unconditional election? How do these truths relate to the Christian’s assurance of salvation? And how should all of this lead us to a healthy “praise, reverence, and admiration of God, and of humility, diligence, and abundant consolation”? Plus, high people are not funny, and the guys argue over "bread and butter" vs "mea...
Aug 13, 2018•24 min
Jimmy and Joe sit down to talk about leadership, and what what it means to leave a legacy (in a legitimate way). Opening up to Hebrews 13:7 the guys think through why and how good leaders should be imitable, and how we should all strive to be examples to those we serve.
Aug 09, 2018•21 min
Joe and Jimmy are back at the cigar shop walking through the 1689 Confession and dial in on chapter 3 paragraphs 4 through 6. If the number of the elect is fixed and cannot increase or decrease should be discouraged or encouraged? How does this doctrine impact our evangelism? Plus, Jimmy gets impatient when a regular at the cigar shop stops by to chat. For all the links a d show notes head over to www.doctrineandevotion.com/podcast/1689346
Aug 06, 2018•24 min
The guys received an email from a listener asking questions about the doctrine of God's Decree as it relates to the God's sovereignty over sin. How can God cause all things to work together for his purpose and yet not be the author of sin? How do we make sense of those passages where God seems to change his mind? For more on these subjects be sure to listen to our episodes: Does God Change His Mind?, The Decree of God, and Prayer. RECOMMENDATION Manual of Theology by J.L. Dagg For all the links ...
Aug 02, 2018•24 min
