The guys received an email from a listener asking questions about the doctrine of God's Decree as it relates to the God's sovereignty over sin. How can God cause all things to work together for his purpose and yet not be the author of sin? How do we make sense of those passages where God seems to change his mind? For more on these subjects be sure to listen to our episodes: Does God Change His Mind?, The Decree of God, and Prayer. RECOMMENDATION Manual of Theology by J.L. Dagg For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/decree-questionsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Skip the banter by jumping to 4:30. The guys sit down after church to talk through Question 8 of the Baptist Catechism, “Are there more gods than one?” If the Bible teaches that there is only one god, what are me to make of other “gods” mentioned in Scripture? If there are no other gods, are there beings behind some of the false religions and idols that people worship?Baptist Catechism Question 8Q. Are there more gods than one? A. There is but one only, the living and true God.RESOURCESThe Baptist CatechismA Scriptural Exposition of the Baptist Catechism by Benjamin BeddomeRead Beddome’s Exposition online for free here. CROSS20This episode is sponsored by CROSS20, a special live-stream conference going down December 29-30, 2020 aimed at helping 18-25 year-olds find their place in God's global plan. Featuring speakers like David Platt, John Piper, and Kevin DeYoung participants will walk through The Lord’s Prayer together. Registration is just $10 per person. Register for the conference at CROSS20.com. And don’t forget to download the free ebook, Genesis to Revelation, at cross20.com/doctrine.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy 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. Learn more at www.WhatIsBiblicalTheology.com For all the show notes and relevant links go to www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689567Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands