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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Baptism with Eric Mason
March 05, 2018 06:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBJoe and Jimmy meet up with Pastor Eric Mason at the oldest cigar shop in the United States, Iwan Reis. Today is part one of a two-part conversation about the ordinances. First up is baptism. This is a great discussion filled with history and scripture. Eric is the founder and pastor of Epiphany Fellowship in Philadelphia, PA, and the author of Unleashed: Being Conformed to the Image of Christ, Beat God to the Punch: Because Jesus Demands Your Life, and Manhood Restored: How the Gospel Make...
Attractional Churches
March 01, 2018 06:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBJimmy and Joe are up to talk about "attractional churches." What is an attractional church? Is it a bad thing? Does size have an impact on this issue? Should the church be attractive in any way? Plus, Joe and Jimmy affirm Steve Furtick. For real. Just not this theology. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Mysticism
February 26, 2018 06:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBJimmy and Joe sit down to talk through Christian mysticism. What is Christian mysticism, and is it dangerous? Even when wrong, is Christian mysticism trying to emphasize something many Christians miss? On this episode we recommend Henry Scougal's The Life of God in the Soul of Man and point listeners back to our conversation with Don Whitney on Fasting and Fountain Pens. Plus, would you like to hear the guys' wives sit down to record a podcast? If so hit them up on Facebook and let 'em know....
Cultural Engagement with Ed Stetzer
February 22, 2018 06:00 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBThe guys are back with Ed Stetzer (Ed holds the distinguished Billy Graham Chair of Church, Mission, and Evangelism at Wheaton College and serves as Executive Director of the Billy Graham Center) to talk about Christians and cultural engagement. Why are so many in our culture so angry? How should we approach social media? What about Pastors and platforms? LGBT? How does good conversation matter to the work of cultural engagement? Plus, Ed tries to save Jimmy and Joe from their own words and ...
The Florida High School Shooting
February 20, 2018 06:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBToday Joe and Jimmy drop a bonus episode to talk about the Florida High School shooting, how we can think through some of the issues involved, and some ways to guard ourselves in responding to this mass murder. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Church Revitalization with Ed Stetzer
February 19, 2018 06:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThe guys sit down with Dr. Ed Stetzer to talk about church health and revitalization. What are the basic symptoms of an unhealthy church, and what are the first steps in moving the church back toward biblical vitality? Ed has some great words for us all. And one of those words is "jackwagon." Be sure to follow Ed on Twitter at @edstetzer. Who is Ed Stetzer? Don't pretend you don't know. Everybody knows that Ed holds the distinguished Billy Graham Chair of Church, Mission, and Evangelism at...
Gospel and Kingdom Pt. 5
February 12, 2018 06:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBJoe and Jimmy wrap up their discussion of Graeme Goldsworthy's Gospel and Kingdom by focusing on the chapters that walk the reader through the Kingdom of God throughout the Old Testament, culminating in the New Covenant in Jesus Christ. What is it that makes up the Kingdom of God, and where does it first appear in Scripture? Plus, Jimmy brings Diet Coke and Joe repents of his rebellion against seatbelt laws. Sort of. If you are late to this party we highly recommend that you pick up The Go...
Spiritual Disciplines with Donald Whitney
February 08, 2018 06:00 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBJoe and Jimmy sit down with author, professor, and fountain pen enthusiast, Dr. Don Whitney, to talk about spiritual disciples in general, and fasting and silence in particular. What is a "spiritual discipline"? How important are the biblical disciplines for the Christian life? Why should we fast, and why is it so neglected today? How is silence and solitude a biblical discipline? Be sure to check out Dr. Whitney's website, biblicalspirituality.org, and pick up his books linked below. Adve...
Gospel and Kingdom Pt. 4
February 05, 2018 06:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBAs Jimmy and Joe go back to Graeme Goldsworthy little gem, Gospel and Kingdom, they dive into chapter 5, "Covenant and Kingdom". What is the Kingdom of God, and how is it presented in the Bible? Where do we first see the Kingdom, and what place does the kingdom have in different parts of Scripture? Is the Kingdom a present reality or a future hope? What impact should our citizenship in the Kingdom of God have in our daily lives in this world? If you are joining in now, be sure to pick up T...
Friendship with Barnabas Piper
February 01, 2018 06:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBThe guys sit down with the super tall author, podcaster, self-professed curmudgeon, Barnabas Piper, to talk about friendship. Jimmy and Joe have addressed this topic in the past (here and here), but they really wanted to hear Barnabas' perspective. What is friendship and why is it so important to a full and healthy life? What does it take to be a good friend? It's a great conversation that will help you think more deeply about friendship. Be sure to check out Barnabas' website, podcast, ...
Should Women Teach in Seminary?
January 30, 2018 06:00 - 15 minutes - 14 MBJohn Piper recently stirred up some controversy when he explained that he does not believe women should be teaching men in seminary who are training for the pastorate. Jimmy and Joe jump into the conversation in this bonus episode. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Gospel and Kingdom Pt. 3
January 29, 2018 06:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBThe guys are back talking through Graeme Goldsworthy's Gospel and Kingdom, this time hitting Chapter 4, "Biblical Theology and the History of Redemption." What is the interplay between systematic theology and biblical theology? What is progressive revelation? How do we seek to demonstrate the relevance of the Old Testament to the Christian life today? How does exegesis, hermeneutics, homiletics help us in understanding and applying the Scripture? Plus, Joe is right, and Jimmy is wrong. If ...
Feminism and Theology with Courtney Reissig
January 25, 2018 06:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBJimmy and Joe flew up to the Bethlehem Conference for Pastors and Church Leaders to talk with a few different people. First up we share our conversation with Courtney Reissig, the author of The Accidental Feminist, and Glory in the Ordinary. We had a great time hanging out with Courtney, even though she's never listened to Doctrine and Devotion. Get her books (and men, we're talking to you, too) Be sure to follow Courtney on Twitter, and tell her to listen to Doctrine and Devotion! Advertis...
Gospel and Kingdom Pt. 2
January 22, 2018 06:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBJoe and Jimmy continue their discussion of Graeme Goldsworthy's Gospel and Kingdom, this time focusing on Chapter 3, "What is the Old Testament?" How do we make sense of the different genres of literature in the Old Testament? Is the Old Testament history, and if so, what kind of history is it? If you are joining in now, be sure to pick up The Goldsworthy Trilogy. You'll get three of Goldsworthy's works, including Gospel and Kingdom. The page numbers will line up exactly with the single volu...
Family Integrated Churches
January 18, 2018 06:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBJoe and Jimmy are back on the mics talking about Family Integrated Churches. What do the guys like about FIC, and where do they disagree? How does Redeemer Fellowship handle the issue of family integration? CORRECTION Logos is our sponsor this month and is offering a 10% discount on the purchase of Logos 7 when using the discount code docanddevo7. We incorrectly said the discount is 20%. We apologize for our error. SPONSOR Logos Bible Software is offering Doctrine and Devotion listen...
Gospel and Kingdom Pt. 1
January 15, 2018 07:24 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBThe guys got a lot of feedback about doing a multi-part series on Graeme Goldsworthy's Gospel and Kingdom. Today we kick off the series looking at the aim of his little book, and the place the Old Testament should have in the life of a Christian. How do we get the OT wrong? Why should we read the Old Testament and how should we read it? If you are joining in now, be sure to pick up The Goldsworthy Trilogy by Graeme Goldsworthy. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Church Dating App
January 11, 2018 12:09 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBJoe and Jimmy ditched their schedule topic and wind up talking about a church dating app. They are thinking out loud as the talk abut the idea. They don't like it, but are they being too hard? Are they just too old to understand? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Fundamentalist and Fake Calvinists
January 08, 2018 06:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBJimmy and Joe were prompted to talk about fundamentalists and fake calvinists on the internet. What is a fundamentalist? How was the term changed it's meaning over the years. Who are these modern "fundies" and what danger do they pose? How should we interact with these types? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Fatherhood
January 04, 2018 06:00 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBJimmy and Joe invited long-time friend Steve McCoy to sit down and talk about fatherhood. Steve is a professional Content Strategist with Mission Group, has years of experience as a pastor, and even more experience as a Father. When these three get together it gets a little crazy, but the conversation about being a father will prove to be truly encouraging. Plus, what happens when the Fire Department shows up in them middle of a podcast recording? Listen to find out. Advertising Inquiries:...
Biblical Theology
January 01, 2018 06:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBJoe and Jimmy kick off the new year with a new emphasis on Biblical Theology. What is Biblical Theology and how is it different from Systematic Theology? What’s the value of biblical theology, and where should someone start if they are new to it? Plus, Joe challenges Jimmy on the book of Hezekiah. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Better Resolutions
December 28, 2017 06:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBHappy New Year, suckas! Almost. As Jimmy and Joe wrap up 2017 they sit down to talk about the idea of resolutions. Earlier this year the guys covered Resolutions and Repentance, but in this episode they talk about what makes a resolution good. But first, just for fun, they walk through some of the "resolutions" passed by the Southern Baptist Convention. Some are a bit crazy. Some are good. You can search all the resolutions passed by the SBC here. You ready for the new Doctrine and Devoti...
The Incarnation
December 25, 2017 06:00 - 7 minutes - 6.99 MBMerry Christmas, suckas! Jimmy and Joe invite you to gather around the Christmas Tree and listen in to a reading of Charles Spurgeon's, The Incarnation: The Heart of the Gospel. We hope you enjoy this short Christmas episode, and that this last week of 2017 is fun and fruitful as you follow the Lord into 2018. Please Note: Our website will be offline for a day or two between December 30 and 31st. Our podcast feed will work without interruption during these dates. January 1, 2018 will feat...
Living Today in Light of The Future
December 21, 2017 06:00 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBThe guys are hanging at the local cigar shop talking through the idea of "living today in light of the future," and offer 8 principles for making the most of our time now in preparation for the tomorrow. Take Inventory Define Your Purpose Clarify Your Goals Take Change Seriously Establish Priorities Implement Rhythms Start Small Repeat Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
The Jethro Principle
December 18, 2017 06:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBJoe and Jimmy regroup after the spider incident from last episode to interact with an email from a listener and the idea of the "Jethro Principle." What is the Jethro Principle, and is it a good thing? Why do the guys like smaller churches that only have a few hundred members? When does Redeemer Fellowship send out church planters? What would the leadership do if God wanted to grow the church beyond our conceived ideal number? Tune in to find out! Plus, a “Rapture Ready Money Back Guarantee”...
Giving to the Church
December 14, 2017 06:00 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBJimmy and Joe sit down to record an episode on "giving to the church", but they also decided to try out Uber Eats. So there is an Italian Beef intermission. Why are some pastors uneasy teaching on giving? Should pastors receive a salary from the church? Is an "offering" biblical? How much should members give to their church? What should the offering go toward? Plus, Joe's arachnophobia is on full display. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Sacred and Secular
December 11, 2017 06:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBThe guys are back in the US and ready to talk about the realms of the sacred and secular. Should Christians see everything as "sacred?" Or is there an appropriate realm that we live in that could be considered secular? The guys talk through the basics of "two kingdom" theology and land over there with Horton and Kline. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
10 Ways to Love Other Christians
December 07, 2017 06:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MBJoe and Jimmy wrap up the New Zealand Acts 29 Conference with one more live recording of Doctrine and Devotion. In this episode the guys discuss ten practical ways to exercise love for our brothers and sisters in Christ. Plus, Jimmy exaggerates about NZ burgers, and the guys eat Satanic pizza. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Worldliness
December 04, 2017 06:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this episode Joe and Jimmy sit down with pastor Michael Beck of Gracenet Church, NZ to talk about the issue of worldliness. We hear Michael share a bit about his testimony, and then the guys get into what worldliness is and is not. This episode was recorded live at the Acts 29 New Zealand Conference in November 2017. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
The Gloriavale Cult
November 30, 2017 13:51 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBWhile at the Doctrine and Devotion Conference in New Zealand this year Jimmy and Joe sat down with Pastor Nick Clevely of Covenant Grace Baptist Church (Timaru, New Zealand) to talk about the cult in his back yard and what he and his church were led to do about it. After you hear this story we hope you will be encouraged to preach the gospel and love the lost with works of grace following your words of grace. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Jim Renihan on Creation
November 27, 2017 06:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBThe guys sat down with Dr. Jim Renihan at the Acts 29/Doctrine and Devotion Conference. Dr. Renihan is President and Professor of Historical Theology at IRBS Seminary. On this episode Joe and Jimmy ask Dr. Renihan, "What are the most important themes and doctrines related to creation?" Plus, Jimmy causes cultural confusion in New Zealand, and Joe gets top billing over Dr. Joel Beeke. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Elder Candidacy
November 23, 2017 06:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBHappy Thanksgiving, everyone! In this episode, recorded before their trip to New Zealand, Jimmy and Joe discuss the elder candidacy process at Redeemer Fellowship. How are potential elders identified at Redeemer? How are specific men chosen to be elder candidates, and what does our elder candidacy consist of? If our process “hard,” or “robust?” Does Jimmy procrastinate? Will he ever finish his elder candidacy? Let’s find out. GO! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
The Church Planting Green Light
November 20, 2017 06:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBJoe and Jimmy sit down after preaching to talk about the "church planting green light". Specifically, they cover four essentials a church planter must have a grasp on before they are ready to sent out to plant. What is "calling", and what does it have to do with aptness for church planting? How does "context" play a role in one's readiness to plant? What does it mean to have "clarity" concerning the specific church someone desires to start? Why is "collaboration" so important in church plant...
Pastoral Care
November 16, 2017 06:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBJimmy and Joe bring back Pastor Pat to talk about pastoral care. Pat is one of our closest friends, and someone we love to work along side in the ministry at Redeemer Fellowship. Pat is the "Community Life Pastor" at Redeemer and the official babysitter of the Jofo. What is the nature of pastoral care? how do churches get it wrong? What should pastors be prioritizing in their shepherding of the people? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
The Communion of Saints
November 13, 2017 06:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBJoe and Jimmy and back, talking about the "communion of the saints." What is the communion of the saints? How is this different than simple community? What are the privileges and responsibilities in this communion? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Thanksgiving
November 09, 2017 06:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBJoe and Jimmy are ready to talk "thanksgiving", but first have to take some time to enjoy their recent victory in Canasta over Pastor Pat and Member Justin. This episode isn't a conversation about the holiday, but the spiritual practice of thanksgiving. What is thanksgiving, and why is it so important? If it's supposed to be an essential part of the Christian faith, why is it often lacking in our lives? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
The Role of Pastors
November 06, 2017 06:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBToday Jimmy and Joe talk to Pastor Tyler Drewitz, one of the planters of Ridgeline Church in Salt Lake City, UT, about the various roles of pastors and his new ministry MyXP. What is the difference between a Lead Pastor, an Executive Pastor, and an Associate Pastor, and why is there a need for different kinds of leaders among elders? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
The Priesthood of All Believers
November 02, 2017 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBToday Jimmy and Joe discuss the "the priesthood of all believers." In what way are all Christians called priests, and what does it call us to do? How can this doctrine go wrong in the local church? Plus, Jimmy cries, and Joe is right—for once. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Semper Reformanda
October 30, 2017 05:00 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBThe Jofo continue their celebration of the Reformation and get into "semper reformanda". You thought they were done with the Latin phrases? Not yet. What does semper reformanda mean? Where does it come from? How do we get it wrong? What does it mean for us today? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Discouragment
October 26, 2017 05:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThe guys are back, talking through the issue of discouragement. Where does discouragement come from? Is it ever helpful? What are the different ways we should deal with our discouragement? Plus, Wonder Twin Power and why the guys don't get the "call back." Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Soli Deo Gloria
October 23, 2017 05:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBJoe and Jimmy wrap up the Reformation 500 series while sitting in the car. All Christians seem to embrace "the glory of God" as the be all, end all, ultimate purpose of all things. But what does it mean in the context of salvation? How do we glorify God? Plus, Jimmy is a baby. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Sola Fide
October 19, 2017 05:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBJoe and Jimmy are really short on time this week so they recorded an episode while running errands in Joe's car on a very rainy day. Up on today's episode, "sola fide" or "faith alone." What is faith, and how does it differ from simple knowledge or an assent to facts? Plus Joe helps the Reformed tradition understand faith, and Jimmy quotes DC Talk. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Sola Gratia
October 16, 2017 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBThe guys are back talking "sola gratia" as they continue their Five Solas series for the Reformation 500 celebration. How is "grace alone" in jeopardy in our evangelical churches? How does the grace of God alone free us to live lives of godliness? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Solus Christus
October 12, 2017 05:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBJoe and Jimmy continue their series through the five solas and talk through “Solus Christus.” What is the basic meaning behind “Christ Alone”, and how high are the stakes with this doctrine? How do evangelicals drift into a practical denial of Solus Christus? Plus, more Jared Wilson quotes! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Sola Scriptura
October 09, 2017 05:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBJimmy and Joe kick off a five part series on the five "solas" of the Protestant Reformation. First up, "sola scriptura." Why is this the foundational principle of the Reformation? What should this doctrine mean for us as Christians and the local church? Plus, Jimmy's Latin, Spanish, and Italian accent show how beautiful language can be. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
The Decree of God
October 05, 2017 05:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBJoe and Jimmy are hanging on the back porch, enjoying the fall weather, and talking about “God’s decree.” What is the decree of God? How sovereign is God in the affairs of humanity? How does the Reformed tradition understand man’s responsibility for his own actions? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Church Revitilization
October 02, 2017 05:00Joe and Jimmy are on the back porch enjoying the unseasonably warm weather talking about church revitalization. What needs to happen in a church that has become unhealthy, or is even dying? What must be addressed for church revitalization to become a reality in a local congregation? Plus, Jimmy tries to sell fake coaching on the pod.
Church Revitilization
October 02, 2017 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBJoe and Jimmy are on the back porch enjoying the unseasonably warm weather talking about church revitalization. What needs to happen in a church that has become unhealthy, or is even dying? What must be addressed for church revitalization to become a reality in a local congregation? Plus, Jimmy tries to sell fake coaching on the pod. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Justified Violence
September 28, 2017 05:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBJimmy and Joe finally get to the issue of self-defense and justified violence. What was their experience of violence growing up? Is violence ever permissible or even necessary? What does the Scripture say about self-defense? What do the guys think about guns? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
The Good Calvinist
September 25, 2017 05:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBJoe 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". Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
The Straw Calvinist
September 21, 2017 05:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBThe 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. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands