Doctrine and Devotion
734 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 1.2K ratingsDoctrine 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.
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Advice for Leading Small Groups
January 24, 2019 06:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBJoe and Jimmy answer a listener’s email about leading a small group and encouraging an individual who may be struggling. After answering the email the guys offer advice on leading small groups. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/smallgroups Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
The 1689 on Effectual Calling
January 21, 2019 06:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBToday Joe and Jimmy step into Chapter 10 of the 1689 Confession and consider “effectual calling” and its place in the ordo salutis (order of salvation). What does this internal call do the soul of a sinner? For all the relevant links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689101 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Denny Burk and Complementarianism
January 17, 2019 13:43 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBToday Jimmy and Joe have Dr. Denny Burk on the podcast to discuss some of the complexities of complementarianism. Dr. Burk is the President of The Council on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood, Professor of Biblical Studies at Boyce College, the undergraduate school of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY, and Associate Pastor at Kenwood Baptist Church. We ask the good doctor, what is complementarianism? What does it look like when its healthy, and what does it look like w...
The 1689 on Free Will (9.4-5)
January 14, 2019 06:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MBIf you hate joy, you can skip the banter by jumping ahead to the 4:50 mark to get straight to the conversation. Today Joe and Jimmy and back talking about free will from the 1689 Confession, and what God does in the heart of man after regeneration. Plus, Joe and Jimmy cheat at Canasta. Recommendations The Human Nature in Its Fourfold State by Thomas Boston Willing to Believe by RC Sproul Bondage of the Will by Martin Luther Freedom of the Will by Jonathan Edwards The Reformed Doctrin...
What's A Baptist?
January 10, 2019 06:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBOn this episode Jimmy and Joe answer the question, “What is a baptist?” What are the historic principles that identified baptists early on and throughout most of our history? What is a Southern Baptist? And what do the guys think of unifying principles of Southern Baptists today? Plus, Jimmy is unfamiliar with ties and the cops love Joe. RECOMMENDATIONS Associational Churchmanship by James Renihan and Richard Barcellos Why I Am a Baptist by various authors Baptist Why and Why Not by J....
The 1689 on Free Will (9.1-3)
January 07, 2019 06:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBThose with dark hearts can skip to the 5:00 mark to bypass the banter. Today the guys step into Chapter 9 of the 1689 Confession to talk about “free will.” How should we think of the will of mankind? In what ways is it free or bound? Can sinners do good? And how should this doctrine impact our hearts and how we evangelize? Recommendations Willing to Believe by RC Sproul Bondage of the Will by Martin Luther Freedom of the Will by Jonathan Edwards The Reformed Doctrine of Predestination...
Clarifying Our Complementarianism
January 03, 2019 06:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBAlright, alright. Enough of you have asked us to clarify our position on women preachers that we have to conclude we were confusing and unclear at best. So here we have a quick conversation to set the record straight—as much as we can. What was up with that video on complementarianism? Do we agree with the Danvers Statement? And, can women preach?! Get all the links and show notes at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/clarifying Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Cancelling Church
January 01, 2019 06:00 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBThe guys are kicking off 2019 with a bonus episode on the recent social media dust-up over some churches cancelling their Sunday services for the last Sunday of the year. Pastor JD Greer got the most push back for his church cancelling services, and much of that was less than charitable. The guys addressed this issue last year, but felt the need to bring it up again with a different approach in light of all the drama. What do Joe and Jimmy want to say to their friends who cancelled their ser...
The 1689 on Christ's Offices
December 31, 2018 06:00 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBThe guys are back and finishing up chapter 8 of the 1689 Confession just in time for New Year’s Eve. What does it mean fort Christ to be our Prophet, Priest, and King, and why do we need him in those roles? For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/ppk Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Pacificm and Paul Maxwell
December 27, 2018 06:00 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBJimmy and Joe are very happy because their good friend, Dr. Paul Maxwell, is back in town! They grabbed him and forced him to come on the podcast to talk about pacifism. But first, Paul is given a chance address the “Red Pill Christian” movement. Then the guys get into it. Pacifism? Realism? Just war theory? Doesn’t Jesus’ command to “turn the other cheek” require a pacifistic ideology? Paul helps us think through the philosophy, the pragmatism, and some relevant Scripture that relate to the...
The 1689 and the Benefits of Redemption
December 24, 2018 06:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBJimmy and Joe crack open the 1689 Confession, Chapter 8, paragraphs 7, 8, to discuss some of the benefits of our eternal redemption in Jesus Christ. Plus, Joe is tested on his urban IQ, and Jimmy laughs like Seth Rogan. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/168988 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Julie Roys, Journalism, and James MacDonald
December 20, 2018 06:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MBToday the guys share their conversation with journalist, author, and speaker Julie Roys. They discuss the role of journalism as it relates to local churches and prominent leaders, and her her current work investigating Harvest Bible Chapel and Pastor James MacDonald. If you find yourself unaware of the recent controversy and scandal surrounding the megachurch pastor, you can read Julie’s article in World Magazine, Hard Times at Harvest, and her recent follow up at her own blog. In short, pas...
The 1689 on Christ for All Ages
December 17, 2018 06:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBHate fun? You can skip the banter. Jump to 5:54. Jimmy and Joe get the week going with a brief conversation about the 1689 Confession, chapter 8 paragraph 6, and how believers in all ages are saved by Christ’s sacrifice. Want to follow along? be sure to Visit the website for all your Doc and Devo needs! www.doctrineanddevotion.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Steve McCoy and Santa
December 14, 2018 02:54 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBSteve McCoy joins Joe and Jimmy to talk about Santa Claus, Christianity, and kids at Christmas. Are these three anti-Santa? How can we leverage the holidays for discipleship? Plus, Papa Steve gives advice for guiding your kids through the issue of gifts during the holidays? Christmas Sale Get 15% off and free shipping when you buy two or more t-shirts from JOFOSTORE.COM. Get yourself some of the coolest tees available. Or, if you’re the selfless type, buy someone else what will certainly...
The 1689 on Christ's Sacrifice
December 10, 2018 06:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBThe guys kick back after Sunday services and talk through The 1689 Confession, chapter 8 paragraph 5. They hit a lot of Scripture, ask some good questions, and work toward the value of understanding the relevant doctrines. Plus, Joe explains how Jimmy rolls when on vacation. For all the links and show notes be sure to visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/168985 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
A Desire to Lead
December 06, 2018 06:53 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBThe guys offer some advice to a listener who has questions about serving, leading, calling, and desire. How should someone process the church’s desire for them to lead when their desire is to not take that role? How can someone figure out where to serve when they don’t even know where to start? Plus, Joe might have been gifted a very special kind of pipe. For all the show notes and relevant links visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/desire-to-lead Advertising Inquiries: https://redc...
The 1689 on Christ's Substitution and Intercession
December 03, 2018 06:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBJimmy and Joe are back on the 1689 Confession Chapter 8, this time talking through paragraph 4. How is Jesus made to be sin sin for us, and a curse for us? And what does it mean for him to continue interceding for us? Plus, Joe is still sick, and the guys finally get their hands on the Owen Strachen rap album. Christmas Promo Get 15% off and free shipping when you buy two or more t-shirts from JOFOSTORE.COM. Get yourself some of the coolest tees available. Or, if you’re the selfless type...
Holy Conference with Paul Maxwell
November 29, 2018 12:48 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBToday we launch a new feature of Doctrine and Devotion, Holy Conference. Holy Conference will be a recurring interview segment with a brother or sister in Christ about what God has taught them or worked in them. Today, we talk with our man, Dr. Paul Maxwell, about what some people call the “dark night of the soul.” You can also go back and listen to Jimmy, Joe, and Paul talk about masculinity on a previous episode here. Paul is the man behind Selfwire, where Paul engages modern intellectua...
The 1689 on Christ's Authority (8.3)
November 26, 2018 06:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBJimmy and Joe are talking Thanksgiving, celebrating the holiday season, and getting into Jesus’s authority and judgment from the 1689 Confession Chapter 8 paragraph 3. What does it mean that Jesus was given “all power and judgement” and authority? Why would God the Son need to be given such authority? And what does this mean for the world and the church? Plus, Joe is sick and Jimmy is relentless. OUR SPONSOR Logos Bible Software has just released Logos 8, the newest version of the best B...
How to Receive Criticism
November 22, 2018 06:00 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBHappy Thanksgiving, everyone! On this holiday episode of Doctrine and Devotion the guys talk through how to best handle criticism. As Christians we will face criticism from outside and inside the church. As leaders we sign up for it. But how do we receive criticism without becoming defensive, and perhaps missing something we need to hear? Joe and Jimmy offer 7 steps to receiving criticism to help you benefit from the feedback. Seven Steps to Receiving Criticism 1. Be quick to hear 2. B...
The 1689 on Christ (8.2b)
November 19, 2018 06:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBToday, Jimmy and Joe discuss the virgin birth and the two natures of Jesus. Plus book recommendations! The Incomparable Christ by J. Oswald Sanders The Man Christ Jesus: Theological Reflections on the Humanity of Christ by Bruce Ware Redemption Accomplished and Applied by John Murray The Nature of the Atonement: Four Views by various authors The Death of Death in the Death of Christ by John Owen Definite Atonement by Gary Long Our Sponsor Logos Bible Software has just released Log...
Propitiation and the World
November 15, 2018 06:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBJoe and Jimmy throw up the mics to talk about 1 John 2:2 to discuss Christ’s propitiation, and the meaning of “world” in that passage. How does John use the word, and what are the theological implications of interpreting “world” in an incorrect way? Plus, shirts off and fist bumps. OUR SPONSOR Logos Bible Software has just released Logos 8, the newest version of the best Bible study software available. If you aren’t familiar with Logos, think of it as a suite of digital tools, a robust t...
The 1689 on Christ (8.2a)
November 12, 2018 06:00 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBJimmy and Joe are in the cigar shop, watching the game, talking Reformed Baptist Theology on the person of Jesus Christ. Our Sponsor Logos Bible Software has just released Logos 8, the newest version of the best Bible study software available. If you aren’t familiar with Logos, think of it as a suite of digital tools, a robust theological library, and a powerful search engine fine-tuned for Bible study. And listeners of Doctrine and Devotion can get 10% off a base package (25% for upgrad...
The Value of Assessment
November 08, 2018 06:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBJimmy and Joe recorded another episode while in NZ all centered on the need and value of assessment. Who should be assessed and for what? Pastors? Church planters? Deacons? Ministry leaders? What are assessors examining when assessing people for ministry? What advice do the guys give to those who are assessing as well as those who are being assessed? Plus, the guys explain how Joe ruined their trip to NZ by breaking, losing, and stealing stuff along the way. Our Sponsor Logos Bible Softw...
The 1689 on Christ (8.1)
November 05, 2018 06:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBThe guys were asked to record a couple live sessions of Doctrine and Devotion during the Acts 29 New Zealand Conference on Biblical Theology. Today they walk through a bit of the 1689, Chapter 8, paragraph 1 and focus on Jesus as Prophet, Priest, and King. Plus, Jimmy is now “Brown Lightning”, and Joe gets mad. Again. Our Sponsor Logos Bible Software has just released Logos 8, the newest version of the best Bible study software available. If you aren’t familiar with Logos, think of it as...
Striving for Unity
November 01, 2018 05:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBJoe and Jimmy talk through some practical ways we can actually work toward maintaining healthy unity with other Christians, even those from other traditions. Our Sponsor for this episode is Missional Wear. For details and links visit our show notes at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/striving-unity Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
The Covenant of Redemption
October 29, 2018 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBJimmy and Joe take a brief look at the “Covenant of Redemption” and its relationship to the Covenant of Works and the Covenant of Grace. 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 Kickstarter to get in on the project! Adverti...
Abusive Churches
October 25, 2018 13:58 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBJoe 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 o...
Reformed or Deformed?
October 23, 2018 18:04 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBWe’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 Adver...
The 1689 on The Covenant of Grace
October 22, 2018 05:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBJimmy 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 s...
The Persecuted Church
October 18, 2018 05:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBJoe 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 ...
The 1689 on God's Covenant
October 15, 2018 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBThe 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 ama...
Maintaining Balance
October 11, 2018 05:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MBThe 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 hea...
The 1689 on Indwelling Sin (6.5)
October 08, 2018 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBJoe 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 Advertising I...
Abusive Pastors
October 04, 2018 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBJoe 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 o...
The 1689 on Sin (6.2-4)
October 01, 2018 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBJimmy 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 socia...
Self Examination and Deadly Sins
September 27, 2018 05:00 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBToday, 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,...
Joel McDurmon on The SJ&G
September 25, 2018 05:00 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBAs 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 J...
The 1689 on Sin (6.1)
September 24, 2018 05:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBToday 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 Covenan...
The Gospel and Its Implications
September 20, 2018 05:00 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBThis 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...
The 1689 on Providence and the Reprobate
September 17, 2018 05:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBJimmy 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. L...
Tom Ascol and the SJ&G Statement
September 16, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBWe 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, ...
Masculinity with Paul Maxwell
September 13, 2018 05:00 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBThe 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, S...
The 1689 on Painful Providence
September 10, 2018 10:48 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBJimmy 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 downlo...
The 1689 on Painful Providence (5.5)
September 10, 2018 05:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBJimmy 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 the...
Social Justice and The Gospel
September 07, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBA 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 Jo...
How to Leave Well
September 06, 2018 05:00 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBThe 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...
The 1689 on Providence (5.3-4)
September 03, 2018 05:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBJoe 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/1689...
RANSOM Bible Study Method
August 30, 2018 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBToday, 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 yo...
The 1689 on Providence (5.1-2)
August 27, 2018 05:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBThis 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 ...