Jimmy and Joe jump back into the 1689 Confession and are talking through Chapter 1 paragraphs 2 through 5. Why do we only have 66 books of the bible and exclude the Apocrypha? Concerning those 66 books that make up Scripture, how do we know they are of divine origin? Dig deeper into the issues: The Apocrypha: Is it Scripture? Reasons why the Apocrypha does not belong in the Bible How We Know the Bible Is True Canon Revisited: Establishing the Origins and Authority of the New Testament Books by Michael Kruger Our Sponsor My XP is a ministry committed to solving problems for pastors. We provide the support of an Executive Pastor without the financial burden of employing one full time. We support lead pastors, strengthen systems and steward resources. How does it work? partners get a weekly 60 minute connect with experienced executive pastor to outline current problems/challenges. The XP then goes to work solving these problems, and continues to work behind the scenes strengthening all the relevant systems. Your First Step: check out website and schedule a FREE initial connect at myxp.church. Act now, and through the month of August you will receive 30% off the first month if you mention Doctrine and Devotion as the way you heard about myXP. This is a savings of $300 for church plants and $420 for existing churches.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The guys are wrapping on chapter 20 of the 1689 Confession to talk about the sufficiency of the word and the efficacy of God grace in converting sinners. When we lose confidence in the word of God what do we often trust in to see conversions? Is Kanye our great hope for reaching the next generation? Plus, Joe got his hands on some photos of Jimmy for all of our enjoyment. See Jimmy pre-military school and mid-military school. #themarmiondifference Our Sponsor Dwell is the most innovative Audio Bible app available. It is often called “the Spotify of Scripture” because of how easy they’ve made it to explore the catalog of Holy Scripture. To download the app and start your 7 day free trial visit dwellapp.io. For all the show notes, links, and those precious photos of little Jimmy be sure to visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689204Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe are back talking about why reading is important and how to get the most of what we read. What is the value of reading fiction, history, politics, and theology? And the guys give 8 ways to get the most of what you read: 1. Know Your Goal 2. Choose Wisley 3. Get Oriented 4. Read Prayerfully 5. Read Carefully 6. Mark it Up 7. Take Notes 8. Share What You're Reading Be sure to check out our episode, The Need for Preachers and Teachers.  Our Sponsor This week's sponsor is Ligonier Ministries, and they are offering our listeners a risk free 3-month trial of their amazing periodical, Tabletalk Magazine. Click here for details. Recommended Books Bondage of the Will by Martin Luther Holiness by JC Ryle Institutes of the Christian Religion by John Calvin Body of Divinity, The Lord's Prayer, The Ten Commandments by Thomas Watson Vital Godliness by William Plumer What is Reformed Theology by RC Sproul God is the Gospel by John Piper A Praying Life by Paul Miller The Reformed Pastor by Richard Baxter Communion with God by John OwenSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands