Doctrine and Devotion

This episode of Banter of Truth was recorded last summer, but we are sharing it everyone today in light of the returning discussion about yoga pants and modesty. Licensed Professional Counselor, Krista McDunn joins Joe to get into yoga pants, leggings, bikinis, modesty, and lust. Does it matter what we wear? Why all the focus on women? What about modest men? And how should we better prepare our children, boys and girls, to navigate through a hyper-sexualized culture?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today we’ve got Dr. Matt Henslee on the pod t talk about SBC investment, why it matters, and why it can be so tiring. Matt is the associational missionary of Collin Baptist Association and one of the pastors of First Baptist Farmersville. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today Joe and Jimmy crack open the 1LCF, Article 2, to start in on The Trinity. How should this doctrine lead us to worship? And what’s wrong with this particular article (there is an issue). Want to follow along as we discuss? Pick up The First London Confession by PBHB, and Dr. Renihan’s brilliant exposition of the confession in his For The Vindication of the Truth.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today we are giving you a peek at our All Access content by sharing an episode of Banter of Truth with you all. In this episode Jimmy and Joe answer listeners’ emails about going to multiple services and the book Wild at Heart.If you like what you hear and want to support the podcast you can subscribe to All Access right in your Podcast player. Look for the link that says support this podcast, click the link and you’re good to go.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jump to the 7:45 mark to get straight to the 1LC. Today the guys catch up and then begin to discuss the First London Confession, Chapter 1. The 1LC is good, but deficient. Want to follow along as we discuss? Pick up The First London Confession by PBHB, and Dr. Renihan’s exposition of the confession in his For The Vindication of the Truth.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today we are sharing Weekday Wisdom with everyone as we continue reflecting on the Second London Confession. Today it's Chapter 22, paragraph 5.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The guys are back after Spring Break and jump into a classic, Matthew Henry’s Quest for Meekness and Quietness of Spirit. But first, they answer an email from a listener about worship cringe.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

It’s Spring Break, suckas! Joe and Jimmy are taking a much needed week off. But they will be back next week with fresh content and a new series walking through the First London Confession. Want to follow along? Get a copy of the First London Confession by PBHP and Dr. Renihan’s exposition of the confession in Baptist Symbolics Vol. 1.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy Joe and open up the bag o’ mail and respond to two listeners about who is more woke between the two hosts, and how should a man leave the church he has been part of his whole life? Should he leave at all?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy answer a listener’s email about the Salem Witch Trials, discuss what flavor the JMac Fresca should be, and a new/cringey publicity stunt that doesn’t seem to be getting any traction.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today you find Joe and Jimmy catching up on something Jimmy missed in Christian news this week, and then they answer an email about good sources for Christian news. Who do they like? Who do they trust? Plus, another giveaway!PBHB GIVEAWAYWe are excited to partner with Particular Baptist Heritage Books and offer a giveaway to our listeners. PBHB has republished Principles and Practices of the Regular Baptists (1883), and we are giving away two of these bad boys!To enter the giveaway hop on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok and share how Doctrine and Devotion is an encouragement to you, and be sure to include the hashtag #pbhbgiveaway.We will pick 2 winners on Friday evening, March 10th at 10pm CST and announce the winners on Monday the 13th.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Video is available on Youtube.We bring in Pastor Vaughn Sanders of First Baptist Church of Bolingbrook to talk about his call to ministry and why he chose to be co-vocational. What benefits and barriers might co-vocational ministry produce? It’s a great conversation, and we know you’re gonna enjoy hearing from Pastor Vaughn.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We have David Hughes on the pod and he and Joe wind up talking about Trauma and counseling. David is a Reformed Baptist, a Christian counselor, musician, and all around great guy. You can follow him on Twitter at @DaveEvanHughes, and be sure to check out his practice at Resilient Faith Counseling.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy is back in town and today the guys get into an associate pastor’s frustration with his church's embrace of the sinner’s prayer. The guys chat briefly about what the sinner’s prayer is, where it came from, how it goes wrong, and what this pastor should do who find himself at odds with the rest of the leadership.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy is still out of town so pastor Jason Alligood is back on and jumps in with Joe to talk about the “Asbury Revival.” Why are some immediately skeptical of what’s happening at Asbury University in Kentucky? Is it too soon to call it revival? What is a revival? Jump to the 4:23 mark to get straight to the discussion.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

While Jimmy is out of town Joe brings Dr. Alligood back on. This time they are responding to a tweet by Montgomery Loehlein on how to handle accusations of abuse when there is no evidence. Can church discipline take place without evidence? How do you protect the vulnerable when you don’t know who is lying? The guys get into it. Note: We had a couple audio hiccups in this episode.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today Joe and Jimmy discuss the need for a plurality of pastors in each local church, and what to consider when adding more elders to the team. This episode was originally recorded for the Jan 17th episode of Banter of Truth, our podcast for subscribers to All Access.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy get an email from a listener about pets, dogs in particular, and whether or not we will see them in heaven. Is this life the only existence our pets will know? Plus, we finally get to a cigar question.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today Jimmy and Joe wind up talking about church communication and conviction by revisiting a topic they hit on Monday’s episode, and answering one listener’s email about his own church. A brother, and member of First Baptist Church Jacksonville, pushed back on our discussion of FBC’s new membership requirement. And another listener emailed us about his struggle to stay at a church he loves.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The guys heard about a church requiring its members to sign a statement on biblical sexuality to retain their standing in the church. The guys talk about it, church covenants, and the covenant used at Redeemer Fellowship.REDEEMER FELLOWSHIP IS HIRING!You heard that Redeemer Fellowship is hiring a full-time Associate Pastor of Discipleship and a part-time Youth Leader, right? Details are here.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

This episode was originally recorded for Banter of Truth, but we are sharing it with everyone today. In this episode Joe and Jimmy talk through the passing of Joe's dad in a way that might make you uncomfortable, but is helpful for Joe. Then the guys answer a listener’s email about God’s will. Is it possible to be outside of God’s will apart from what Scripture says?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe talk through a listener’s question on materialism in the church. Thanks for the message, Chad!REDEEMER FELLOWSHIP IS HIRING?You heard that Redeemer Fellowship is hiring a full-time Associate Pastor of Discipleship and a part-time Youth Leader, right? Details are here.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today we talk with coffee roaster Eric Andersen of Fresh Ground Roasting about roasting, coffee, and coffee’s place in today’s church.GET FREE SHIPPING WITH YOUR FRESHGROUND ROASTING ORDEROur listeners can order some amazing coffee from FreshGround Roasting and get free shipping by using this link, or by using the “DocAndDevo” discount code at checkout. Offer is good through April 30th!And if your church is looking to get set up with great coffee for your congregation hit the "Wholesale" link at the top of their website for information and how to reach out to get the ball rolling.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today Jimmy and Joe get back into the issue of deconstruction and caring for those who wander, while interacting with a tweet from Mark Driscoll.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We bring Dr. Jason Alligood back onto the podcast to talk about glory and godliness, or how the promise of glory is a motive to godly living. Joe and Jason wound up talking about Extreme’s 1992 album, III Sides to Every Story, and the song, Am I Ever Gonna Change? You can watch the video below, but beware - there’s a cuss word in the song. If you have 20 minutes, listen to the last three songs of the album (including, Am I Ever Gonna Change?) which ends in a creative and moving composition of all three melodies.Get all the links and show notes at http://www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/glory-godlinessSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today we are reflecting on Chapter 15, paragraph 3, of The Second London Confession.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe are back, catching up, and talking about one of Joe’s tweets that got some pushback. Are self-appointed teachers and “reformers” helping or hurting the church? The guys get into it and have some fun along the way.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Our first interview of 2023 is with our good friend Dr. Ed Romine, Pastor of Education and Evangelism at FBC Provo. Joe asks Ed what are the fundamental problems with Mormon theology, and where to take the conversation when the come to your front door.Get all the show notes, link, and recommended reading at https://www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/ldsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Skip to the 6:05 mark to get straight to the conversation.Banter of Truth is a commercial-free podcast normally only available to our All Access subscribers. But Joe and Jimmy wanted to share this conversation with everyone. Recorded back in mid December the guys discuss whether or not convicted sexual offenders can be restored to active membership and reintroduced to Sunday services. If it’s possible, what precautions and policies should be put in place?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Happy New Year, suckas! We took a couple weeks off during the holidays and are excited to be back. We recorded this episode in mid December but held on to it for this first week of January. In this episode Jimmy and Joe answer email and discuss chaplains, whether or not self-promotion is bad, and podcasting/side-project management.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jump to the 15:35 mark to get to skip the banter and get to the main subject. Joe and Jimmy talk about the concept of sermon preparation teams and a twitter thread encouraging the practice. Is this a good idea? How might it work well, and how can it go bad? This was originally released on Nov. 22, 2022 for Banter of Truth, our exclusive podcast for All Access members.OUR SPONSOR: LOGOSYou know we use Logos Bible Software everyday, and with the release of Logos 10 it’s a great time to get started or upgrade. Visit logos.com/JOFO to find the best Logos package for you.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe sit down after worship on Sunday to talk about how we deal with death as pastors, and they remember Joe’s sister, Michelle, who passed away late last week.OUR SPONSOR: LOGOSYou know we use Logos Bible Software everyday, and with the release of Logos 10 it’s a great time to get started or upgrade. Visit logos.com/JOFO to find the best Logos package for you.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy are back discussing the Table, Pulpit, and Square paradigm for understanding the life of a local church. For a full exploration of this be sure to pick up Joe’s book, The Life of the Church.OUR SPONSOR: LOGOSYou know we use Logos Bible Software everyday, and with the release of Logos 10 it’s a great time to get started or upgrade. Visit logos.com/JOFO to find the best Logos package for you.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Happy Thanksgiving, suckas! We have Dr. Jason “All Good” Alligood back on to talk about thankfulness: what it is, what interrupts it, and how to cultivate it. You can follow the good doctor on Twitter.OUR SPONSOR: LOGOSYou know we use Logos Bible Software everyday, and with the release of Logos 10 it’s a great time to get started or upgrade. Visit logos.com/JOFO to find the best Logos package for you.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe answer a couple listeners’ emails. One about choosing the right seminary and another about plugging into a new church after leaving a toxic one.OUR SPONSOR: LOGOSYou know we use Logos Bible Software everyday, and with the release of Logos 10 it’s a great time to get started or upgrade. Visit logos.com/JOFO to find the best Logos package for you.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today Joe hangs out with Dean Lentini to talk about theological downgrade of a different sort. We most often heard of liberal drift, but what about conservative drift? The pharisees weren’t liberal, yet their conservatism was corrupt. Listen in as Joe and Dean chat and chuckle.OUR SPONSOR: LOGOSYou know we use Logos Bible Software everyday, and with the release of Logos 10 it’s a great time to get started or upgrade. Visit logos.com/JOFO to find the best Logos package for you.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy address a listener’s questions about making disciples. What does discipleship look like in the local church? Who should be doing it? What guards (if any) should be in place? Does Ephesians 4:11 come into it? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Banter of Truth is a commercial-free podcast (normally) only available to our All Access subscribers. But today we are giving to everyone! Following up on yesterday’s episode, Joe and Jimmy get into the doctrines that support healthy churches and church plants. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy start a conversation about where our churches, denominations, and networks often put their confidence in attempting to plant or revitalize healthy churches. Part two will drop on tomorrow's episode of Banter of Truth (which will be available for everyone).OUR SPONSOR: LOGOSYou know we use Logos Bible Software everyday, and with the release of Logos 10 it’s a great time to get started or upgrade. Visit logos.com/JOFO to find the best Logos package for you.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today we have Jason “All Good” Alligood back on the pod, and he and Joe discuss 10 ways to handle criticism, fair and unfair, when it comes our way:1. Don’t get Defensive2. Listen to Understand3. Pray On It4. Get Some Perspective from Others5. What (if anything) is Valid in Their Criticism?6. What (if anything) is Wrong in Their Criticism?7. Remember Your Justification8. Learn in Your Sanctification9. Ask: What is God Teaching Me?10. Is a Conversation or Confrontation Needed?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Happy Reformation Day! We are excited to have Dr. Matthew Barrett back on the podcast. This time we are talking about the value of systematic theology, why some of the modern works done’t measure up, and his upcoming volume on systematic theology.OUR SPONSORDwellDwell is our favorite Bible app for good reason. And listeners of Doctrine and Devotion can get 10% off a yearly subscription, or 30% off Dwell for life. Get the best Bible app today at dwellapp.io/jofo.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Pastor Steve Meister is back on the pod’ and we discuss the value of controversy among christians and in the church. It can be discouraging to see fighting and conflict, but these are often tools God uses to sharpen his people and clarify truth. How can we engage in necessary debate and disagreement in ways that honor God and best serves his people?OUR SPONSORDwellDwell is our favorite Bible app for good reason. And listeners of Doctrine and Devotion can get 10% off a yearly subscription, or 30% off Dwell for life. Get the best Bible app today at dwellapp.io/jofo.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe discuss 11 common mistakes pastors make in ministry: Under Communicating with the Congregation Too Eager to Promote LeadersAfraid to Promote LeadersSharing Confidential or Sensitive Information Teaching Christian Myths in SermonsNot Apologizing When WrongNeglecting Prayer over Administration Neglecting Administration Over Prayer Neglecting Doctrine Over the Practical Neglecting the Practical Over the Doctrinal Stop Developing Their GiftOUR SPONSORDwellDwell is our favorite Bible app for good reason. And listeners of Doctrine and Devotion can get 10% off a yearly subscription, or 30% off Dwell for life. Get the best Bible app today at dwellapp.io/jofo.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe open up the mailbag to talk through why Christians pray with their eyes closed, and what they would recommend to elders and teachers in the church to read.PBHB GIVEAWAYWe have partnered with Particular Baptist Heritage Books to giveaway beautifully bound editions of the First and Second London Confessions of Faith. We will pick 2 winners to receive both confessions on Friday, Oct. 28 at 10pm CST and announce the winners on Monday, Oct. 31.To enter the giveaway hop on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok and to share how Doctrine and Devotion is an encouragement to you, and be sure to include the hashtag #PBHBCONFESSIONS.OUR SPONSORDwellDwell is our favorite Bible app for good reason. And listeners of Doctrine and Devotion can get 10% off a yearly subscription, or 30% off Dwell for life. Get the best Bible app today at dwellapp.io/jofo.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy sit down to talk about the He Gets Us campaign, how NAMB got involved and then pulled out after pushback from critics. What’s wrong with He Gets Us? And what can we learn from this mess?PBHB GIVEAWAYWe have partnered with Particular Baptist Heritage Books to giveaway beautifully bound editions of the First and Second London Confessions of Faith. We will pick 2 winners to receive both confessions on Friday, Oct. 28 at 10pm CST and announce the winners on Monday, Oct. 31.To enter the giveaway hop on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok and to share how Doctrine and Devotion is an encouragement to you, and be sure to include the hashtag #PBHBCONFESSIONS.Our SponsorDwellDwell is our favorite Bible app for good reason. And listeners of Doctrine and Devotion can get 10% off a yearly subscription, or 30% off Dwell for life. Get the best Bible app today at dwellapp.io/jofo.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We bring on our good friend Dr. Ed Romine (PhD): the musician, the theologian, and the preacher who has spent a lot of time researching, studying, and writing about Charles Spurgeon. Ed joins us to talk about the 19th century London pastor and why his preaching and ministry was so influential. What set Spurgeon apart from his contemporaries? Why does his preaching hold up sop well even today? And where did Spurgeon go wrong?Get all the links and show notes at http://www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/spurgeonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We have a special episode of Banter of Truth today, and we are giving it away to everyone. Jordan Steffaniak is back on the podcast, this time to talk about the great baptist theologian, John Gill, and The John Gill Project which is republishing manny of Gills works for 21 century Christians. Jordan is the co-founder and President of The London Lyceum, a podcast and website exploring analytic philosophy and confessionally Reformed Baptist theology, and a research fellow at the L. Russ Bush Center for Faith and Culture at SEBTS.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jump to the 5:28 mark to skip the banter and get to the questions.On this episode the guys discuss some questions that came in from two listeners relating to the assurance of salvation, and aspirations for ministry. This was original recorded on Feb 2, 2022 for the Banter of Truth Podcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We have Jason Alligood back on the podcast to talk about the doctrine of glory–not the glory of God, but the state of glory for believers. Why is there so little written about it? Why does it get less time in our pulpits? How does hope for the future change us in the present?Be sure to pick up Graham Cole’s Glorification: An Introduction, and check out Jason’s website and follow him on Twitter.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Banter of Truth is a commercial-free podcast only available to our All Access subscribers, but today we are sharing another episode with the entire Doctrine and Devotion family! Today Joe calls up Jimmy while he is working in England to discuss a listener’s email about the painful struggle Christians have when loved ones die without saving faith.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands