Joe and Jimmy are back at the cigar shop walking through the 1689 Confession and dial in on chapter 3 paragraphs 4 through 6. If the number of the elect is fixed and cannot increase or decrease should be discouraged or encouraged? How does this doctrine impact our evangelism? Plus, Jimmy gets impatient when a regular at the cigar shop stops by to chat. For all the links a d show notes head over to www.doctrineandevotion.com/podcast/1689346Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The guys talk through the 1689 Confession, Chapter 26 paragraph 6, on the calling of the saints, the evidence of faith, and our ministry to one another in the church. Plus, Jimmy drinks English grandma tea, and Joe is stuck in the 80s. 2020 ANNUAL CONFERENCE Doctrine and Devotion's fourth annual conference is Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19, 2020 in St. Charles, IL. Our theme for this two-day conference is Covenant Theology: God's Promises for God's People. Dr. Sam Renihan will be our keynote speaker, joined by Joe Thorn and Jimmy Fowler, walking us through the biblical covenants between God and his people. For all the details and to register click the link below. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689266Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe sit down to discuss Redeemer Fellowship's Leadership Lab and our top ten “preaching don'ts.” What is Leadership Lab, and how do we run it? And what are out top ten “don'ts” for preachers and teachers, and what can we do to fight against them? We've listed them below for people who like lists. Plus, Jimmy's hand gestures, Joe's brow wiping, and “mom's spaghetti.” Preaching Don'ts 1. Don't tell long stories. 2. Don't delay getting to the point. 3. Don't go down rabbit trails. 4. Don't neglect your tone. 5. Don't make yourself the hero. 6. Don't make yourself the fool. 7. Don't repeat yourself in content or mannerisms. 8. Don't comment on your mistakes. 9. Don't make excuses 10. Don't take too long in your introduction. Help to Overcome These Don'ts 1. Have a critic and a coach. 2. Review your sermons. 3. Practice your sermon. 4. Keep learning.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands