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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When Worship Goes Bad
March 27, 2017 05:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBJimmy and Joe talk about the danger of leveraging entertainment in worship. What is corporate worship? Is the regulative principle really a thing? And how is entertainment at odds with worship? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Frienship Revisited
March 23, 2017 05:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MBJoe and Jimmy decided to talk more about friendship to get to a deeper and more practical level. What is friendship? What's the difference between worldly friendships and biblical friendships? What do friends do for each other? How do we seek out healthy friendships if we find ourselves alone? Plus, Jimmy finds out something about Joe he never knew. Follow Up: Joe says Logan was a major disappointment. Jimmy thought it was okay. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Traditionalism
March 20, 2017 05:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBJoe and Jimmy finally talk about something called, "traditionalism." Traditionalism is a theological movement in the Southern Baptist Convention that is openly anti-Calvinistic. The guys wanted to jump into this topic because of the increasing online volume of this particular group, and some of the dangerous statements made in Traditionalists' Statement on soteriology. Is Traditionalism really the traditional Southern Baptist theology? Do they only disagree with Calvinism, or do they take is...
Best Friends Forever
March 16, 2017 05:00 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBJimmy and Joe were sort of provoked into a discussion on friendship, and "best friends" in particular in light of an article by Kelley Needham called, "More Than BFFs" The guys work through the "warning signs" of a dangerous friendship and find themselves to be guilty. Be sure to head over to Desiring God to read the article. Plus, Jimmy's backyard and Goldschläger. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
On The Block with Doug Logan
March 13, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 81.7 MBHere it is: the exclusive interview with Pastor Doug Logan of Epiphany Camden. Jimmy was in Philly on business and was able to sit down with Pastor Doug to talk about his new book, church life in Camden, and the power and the gospel. Plus, Joe is discouraged, and Jimmy has a difficult time at the tattoo convention. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Unhealthy Churches
March 09, 2017 12:51 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBJimmy and Joe are back in the Dojo, hanging with some friends, to talk about unhealthy churches. What are some common signs of an unhealthy church? Is there a time when members should leave a church, and if so how should they go about it? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
The Puritans
March 06, 2017 06:00 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBJoe and Jimmy talk about the Puritans. Who were they? What were they all about? What are the common misconceptions about them? What's the value of reading the Puritans, and what are some of Jimmy and Joe's favorites? Plus, horror movies, George Romero, and zombie mythology. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Revival
March 02, 2017 06:00 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBJoe and Jimmy get into the subject of revival. What is it? Is it a planned meeting, or a supernatural work of the Holy Spirit? How does revival come about? What does it look like when it happens? What's the difference between personal revival and general revival? Why does Charles Finney wind up on the podcast? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Ash Wednesday and Lent
February 27, 2017 06:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBJimmy and Joe before getting into the subject of Ash Wednesday and the season of Lent. What do the guys think of the church calendar? Does Redeemer Fellowship observe Lent? Plus, taxes and the origin of black metal. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Decisionism
February 23, 2017 06:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBJoe and Jimmy set up at the Dojo and recorded a conversation on "decisionism." What is the doctrine of regeneration? What comes first, regeneration or faith? Why does it even matter? And what does this have to do with the "sinners prayer?" Plus, Jimmy keeps hawking Joe's new books. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Creeds and Confessions
February 20, 2017 19:24 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBOn today's episode the guys talk about creeds and confessions. Is there a difference between the two? What's the value of confessions in the life of the church? Why are some Christians and churches uncomfortable with confessionalism? The guys get into it. NOTE: Please excuse the low buzz on the mics in the last two episodes. We had an small issue that has been resolved. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Elder Training
February 16, 2017 06:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MBA lot of people have asked, so Jimmy and Joe are talking about the process of developing leaders, and elders in particular, in the local church. How do you identify potential leaders, and what does training look like? How does Redeemer Fellowship go about all this? Plus, the guys talk about Jimmy's back tattoo, Joe's unsightly birthmark, and Jimmy creates an inappropriate URL and directs it to Joe's blog. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Church Planting
February 13, 2017 06:00 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBThe guys finally get into church planting. What is it? Why is it important? Why are some churches uninvolved? What needs to be in place if it's going to be done well? Don't forget to register for the Confessional Piety Conference while there's still time. It's going down March 11th. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Infant Salvation
February 09, 2017 06:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBJoe and Jimmy step into the subject of infant salvation. Do those who die in infancy perish, or go to heaven? What would be the basis of their salvation? How can an infant be guilty of sin? how can he or she be saved? What message do we have for those who have lost their little ones? The guys open the Bible and get into it. Plus, don't forget to register for the first Doctrine and Devotion conference, Confessional Piety, going down on March 11. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b...
Perseverance of the Saints
February 06, 2017 06:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBJimmy and Joe talk about the perseverance of the saints. Is perseverance the same as "once saved, always saved"? How does God preserve the saint? Where does backsliding fit into all this? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Church Membership
February 02, 2017 06:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBJoe and Jimmy talk about the merits of church membership. What is it? Is it biblical? Why do some push back against it? And what's the benefit of church membership? Plus, Jimmy pokes Shai Linne. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Sexual Abuse and the Church
January 30, 2017 06:00 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBThis episode covers mature subject matter and may not be suitable for all audiences. Jimmy and Joe usually goof around during the show, but in this episode things are a bit more serious. The guys step into the subject of sexual abuse and the church with a special guest from Redeemer Fellowship. Our guest actually suggested we cover this and volunteered to join Joe and Jimmy on air. What should churches and church leadership know about sexual abuse? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.c...
The Lord's Supper
January 26, 2017 06:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBOrdinance Week concludes with Joe and Jimmy talking about the Lord's Supper. How do they do it at Redeemer? Is it a means of grace? Why not have the Lord's Supper in small groups? What is intinction, and why is it gross (and unbiblical)? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Baptism
January 23, 2017 06:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBIt's Ordinance Week at Doctrine and Devotion! Today, Jimmy and Joe talk about baptism from a baptist perspective. Take note cage-stagers: it's possible to talk about baptism without beating up the other side. What is baptism? Who is a proper candidate for baptism? What do the guys think about "spontaneous baptisms"? Plus, proper protocol for ordering a Diet Coke from McDonald's. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Scripture and Journaling
January 19, 2017 06:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBJoe and Jimmy talk about the disciplines of reading Scripture and journaling. How do they guys take in Scripture and how does journaling work for them? They recommend some helpful books and tools to get you going. Plus, there is some debate about Jerry Maguire, and Jimmy refuses Joe's gift. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Spiritual Thoughts
January 16, 2017 06:00 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBJimmy and Joe talk about spiritual mindedness and take a look at the classic, The Christian's Daily Walk, by Henry Scudder. How can we begin the day with holy thoughts, and how does a Christian maintain spiritual mindedness throughout the day? Plus, the guys admit they have opinions. What jerks. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Legalism
January 12, 2017 06:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBWhat is legalism? What is the danger and cure of legalism? This week the guys are highly recommending Milton Vincent's, A Gospel Primer for Christians. Plus, Joe shares a nightmare, and Jimmy is heading out to Philly! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
The Church in the World
January 09, 2017 06:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBToday Jimmy and Joe throw up the mics to talk about the posture of the church in the world? Should Christians retreat from the world, seek to transform it, or live in tension as dual citizens of the Kingdom of God and the kingdom of man? How do the doctrines of gospel, mission influence our view? They also talk about Dr. Russell Moore and the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. Why everybody hatin'? Plus, at the end of the episode the guys make a major Doctrine and Devotion announcement...
Celebrity Culture
January 05, 2017 06:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBJojo and Fofo are in the local cigar shop talking about "celebrity culture" from the perspective of their own lofty celebrity status. Plus, Jimmy's cigar locker is handicap accessible, and Joe is invited to host a History Channel show. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Resolutions and Repentance
January 02, 2017 06:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBThe Jofo kick off the new year talking about resolutions and repentance. What's the difference between worldly resolution and godly resolutions? What is repentance and how does it fit into the discussion? Plus, the guys invent the word, "celebragging", and discover the real meaning of the word, "fofo." Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
New Calvinism
December 29, 2016 06:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBJofo celebrate their 50th episode and the final release of 2016. The guys wrap up the year by talking about "New Calvinism" Plus, Joe calls out the "knuckleheads" on a popular Facebook group, and Doctrine and Devotions get their first 2 star review. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Church Discipline
December 26, 2016 06:00 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBIt ain't the The Briefing, it's something less popular, less smart, but more fun. Jimmy and Joe throw up the mics to talk about church discipline. What is it, and how can churches engage in it in a gracious and fruitful way. Plus, the guys find out it's illegal to smoke in the church, and Joe walks into the ladies bathroom. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Chirstmas and Suspending Sunday
December 22, 2016 06:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBJimmy and Joe talk about the growing practice in some churches of canceling Sunday services so as not to create conflict with celebrating Christmas. Seriously. This is a thing. Plus, Jimmy ruins Christmas by singing. #jimmydontsing Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Godly Knowledge
December 19, 2016 06:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBJoe and Jimmy talk about godliness—specifically, the characteristic of knowledge and its relationship to godliness. They open up Thomas Watson's The Godly Man's Picture and look at ch 4, section 1. If you have the Puritan Paperback version by Banner of Truth flip over to page 20. The mailbag is opened up and the guys talk about church division and Calvinism. Plus, Jimmy knows Joe's heart, but doesn't know the meaning of "slobberknocker,." Oh, and Joe eats gizzards. Advertising Inquiries: ht...
Fanboys, Sycophants, and Haters
December 15, 2016 06:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBJoe and Jimmy talk about fanboys, sycophants, and haters. These are three types of people that harm the church. What's the danger of being a fanboy? What's wrong with the sycophant? And haters? That's easy—accept that we all become haters at some point. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Keeping the Heart
December 12, 2016 06:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBJoe and Jimmy argue about nothing important and then get around to talking about John Flavel's classic, Keeping the Heart. In this work Flavel digs into Proverbs 4:23, "Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life." What does it mean to "keep the heart?" How do we do it? What is the benefit of it? Plus, more arguing and a quick look in the mailbag. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Judging
December 08, 2016 06:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBJimmy and Joe dip into the subject of "judging." What is it? When is it a bad thing and when does it qualify as something good? What harm is done when we refuse to judge well? Then the mailbag is opened and the guys interact with some criticism. Plus, Joe claims to know Jimmy's heart better than Jimmy's wife. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Bonus Episode: The SWBTS Anti-Calvinism Chapel
December 06, 2016 06:00 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBBONUS EPISODE! Immediately after the Nov 29th Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary chapel service Jimmy and Joe got a number of emails and messages about the sermon by Dr. Rick Patrick, Pastor of First Baptist Church Sylacauga and Executive Director of Connect 316, and the concluding remarks by Dr. Page Patterson, President of SWBTS. Here the guys talk about Calvinism in the SBC, tell fellow Calvinists to "chill," and discuss how to respond to those with whom we disagree. Correction: ...
Forgivness
December 05, 2016 06:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBJoe and Jimmy talk about forgiveness: why it's so important to people, what it is, and when forgiveness is owed. We want you to check out the book, Unpacking Forgiveness by Chris Brauns. Plus, the guys open the mailbag, talk about Christmas metal, and there's "poop" in Joe's office... on the ceiling. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Divine Impassibility
December 01, 2016 06:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBIn October Joe was preaching at a conference in Wellington, NZ with Dr. Jim Renihan. Jim is the Dean and Professor of Historical Theology at the Institute of Reformed Baptist Studies at Westminster Seminary in Escondido, California. He is a theological beast and an author whom you need to be well acquainted with. Today, Jim talks with Joe about the possibility of a new seminary launching in Texas, the doctrine of divine Impassibility, and of course, Neil Young. Plus, Jimmy interrupts the int...
Theology
November 28, 2016 06:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBJimmy and Joe go back to basics and talk theology. What is theology? Why is it important? How do we get it wrong? Where should we begin to grow in theology? Is it possible to be "theologically obese?" The guys open the mailbag and talk about alcohol, abstinence, and seminary life. Plus, Jimmy can't remember how old his children are, and confesses a man crush on "The Denzel." Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Apologetics with Dr. James White
November 24, 2016 06:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBWhile Joe was in New Zealand He interviewed Dr. James White. Before the interview starts Jimmy and Joe talk about the value of bow ties, and afterward they suggest that Dr. White is really a cyborg. During the interview Joe talks to James about apologetics, what James does and does not debate, and why James believes that the doctrine of Scripture is the most critical doctrine in maintaining orthodoxy. Plus, James pulls a "Jimmy" and plays with with phone during the interview. Advertising In...
Evangelism
November 21, 2016 06:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MBJoe and Jimmy throw up the mics to talk about evangelism as a lead-up to the James White interview dropping on Thursday. Who's responsibility is it to evangelize? Does Calvinism kill evangelism? What is the proper motivation and ultimate goal in preaching the gospel? The guys open the mailbag and discuss evangelism and follow up at the local church. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Procrastination
November 17, 2016 06:00 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MBAfter months of putting if off, Joe and Jimmy finally get around to discussing the issue of procrastination. What is it? Is it a sin? What are some ways we can get past procrastination and into faithful productivity? Plus, Acts 29 New Zealand, President Trump, and Jimmy wears Spandex. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Women's Ministry
November 14, 2016 06:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBWe have a lot of ladies listening to the podcast and Joe and Jim wanted to address the issue of Women's Ministry. The guys didn't want to wing it on their own, so they brought in Joe's wife, Jen Thorn. Jen would say she is first a wife and mother, and then a writer and speaker who is called to encourage other women in the faith. You can find Jen writing at JenThorn.com, Love God Greatly, and Club 31 Women. Today the trio talks through the current state of women's ministry and how pastors a...
Rest
November 10, 2016 06:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBWe bet you're tired from all the drama around the US Presidential election. You need some rest. Good, news! Jimmy and Joe take some time to talk about it. Why is rest so important? How should we approach it? What happens when we rest? What happens when we don't? And how does rest relate to the gospel? Plus, what's more boring, baseball or golf? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Pastor Appreciation
November 09, 2016 18:50 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBWhile Joe is away Jimmy and Pat will play. That's right, Jimmy and Pat threw up the mics and threw Joe under the bus in this bonus episode. Everyone wants more Pat so here he talking about Pastor Appreciation month. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Total Depravity
November 07, 2016 06:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBJoe and Jimmy are on the mics talking about the "total depravity." All Christians believe in the depravity of humanity, but what is total depravity? How should we, as Christians, see those in the world who are totally depraved? What impact should this doctrine have on us personally, and how should it promote godliness? Plus, the guys open the mailbag to talk about cussing and the band Kings Kaleidoscope. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Joy
November 03, 2016 05:00 - 49 minutes - 23.3 MBToday's podcast is sponsored by Logos Bible Software. Joe and Jimmy talk about the nature of Christian joy. What is it? How do we find it? Where does sorrow fit into the Christian life? Plus, John Piper selfies, and Joe's wife throws rocks at the window while the guys are recording.
Joy
November 03, 2016 05:00 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBToday's podcast is sponsored by Logos Bible Software. Joe and Jimmy talk about the nature of Christian joy. What is it? How do we find it? Where does sorrow fit into the Christian life? Plus, John Piper selfies, and Joe's wife throws rocks at the window while the guys are recording. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Presidents and Politics
October 31, 2016 05:00 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBJimmy and Joe throw up the mics to talk through the train wreck that is the United states current presidential election. What does it reveal about us when we despair over the current political context? What does it say about us when we don't care about it at all? Did Joe really say that "family values" and "traditional marriage" is sinful and idolatrous? What the heck is going on? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Halloween
October 27, 2016 05:00 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBJimmy and Joe talk about Halloween. The costumes, Jack o' Lanterns, bonfires, and even bobbing for apples all have pagan origins. Does the pagan origin of something determine its current moral and cultural value? Are JoFo down with Halloween? Are people poisoning Halloween candy? You gotta listen to find out. Plus, the guys open up the mailbag, Jimmy drinks too much water, and Kirk Cameron saves Christmas. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Bonus Episode - Journaling
October 26, 2016 05:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBOh, yeah. It's on like Donkey Kong! Another bonus episode, this time Joe and Jimmy talk about another personal interest. Journals. Why do they prefer journals over something digital? What are their favorite journals? Plus, Jimmy can't stay off his phone—even while recording a podcast. Visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com for all show notes and links. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Covenant Theology
October 24, 2016 05:00 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBIn this episode Joe and Jimmy finally get to one of the most requested topics: Covenant Theology. The guys go at it from a reformed Baptist perspective. Covenant theology is a way of understanding the work of God in the history of redemption and characterize all of Gods interactions with mankind. you are not reformed theologically if you are not covenantal. Plus, mailbag! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Covenant Theology
October 24, 2016 05:00 - 37 minutes - 17.7 MBIn this episode Joe and Jimmy finally get to one of the most requested topics: Covenant Theology. The guys go at it from a reformed Baptist perspective. Covenant theology is a way of understanding the work of God in the history of redemption and characterize all of Gods interactions with mankind. you are not reformed theologically if you are not covenantal. Plus, mailbag!