Happy 4th of July, suckas! In light of our national holiday falling on a Thursday release of the podcast, it seemed appropriate for the guys discuss the recent “Freedom Sunday” that went down at FBC Dallas. This is not the Freedom Sunday associated with International Justice Mission that deals with the modern slave trade, but this Freedom Sunday. Think American flags and fireworks. Why do Jimmy and Joe have a problem with this Freedom Sunday? Do they hate America? What theological beef do the guys have with tweaking corporate worship in this way? Despite their problems with Freedom Sunday, they encourage everyone to evaluate their own worship gatherings with an eye to honoring our Triune God. Plus, Jimmy is headed to UFC 239 in Vegas, and Joe is not. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/freedomsundaySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The guys are back discussing the uncertainty of false assurance, the certainty of true assurance, and the ground of our assurance resting on the work of Jesus and the work of the Spirit. All of this from The 1689 Confession, Chapter 18, paragraph 2. Plus, Jimmy prefers brunch. Want to read up on Assurance? Pick up Don Whitney’s book, How Can I Be Sure I'm a Christian?: The Satisfying Certainty of Eternal Life. TODAY'S SPONSOR Today’s episode is sponsored by Eric Landfried author of Solitary Man, an action packed novel perfect for your summer reading. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689182Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

What’s up, everyone?! Joe and Jimmy take another opportunity to vent a bit about a few things they found funny or frustrating on social media. Are Jimmy and Joe dumb? What did James White do this time? Did Jerry Falwell Jr. say another thing? And what is the simple, honest, and plain perspective from the guys? Plus, Jimmy captures Joe in a new ride. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/ffSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The guys are back talking about assurance and the 1689 Confession. What is assurance and how do some people wind up with a false assurance of salvation? Plus, what would the guys say to someone who has lost their assurance?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe revisit the subject of “effeminate men” seeking to offer some thoughts and a bit of clarity on the issue. Joe surprises Jimmy with a bonus topic, and Jimmy apologizes for something he said on last Thursday’s episode.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The guys are back after Sunday services to talk about the doctrine of perseverance from The 1689 Confession, Chapter 17, and look at the issue of “backsliding.” Though God preserves the Christian to the end, it is still possible to “fall into grievous sins, and for a time continue therein.” How does this happen, and what are the consequences of backsliding? Plus, Jimmy hangs out with everyone, but Joe. If you aren't already, be sure to get familiar with The 1689 Confession at our dedicated 1689 website.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today the guys decide to vent in this hour long episode. Yes, the steam has been building up this year, and this episode is likely offend some friends. What is triggering the JoFo? 1) Christian leaders spending so much time on the issue of women preaching while simultaneously remaining relatively silent on the issue of sexual abuse in the church, 2) bad pastoral care, 3) ungodly church discipline, and 4) mature men losing their focus. Plus, Joe defends skinny jeans? Skip the banter, including Joe’s crazy Portland story, by going to the 7:00 minute mark.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The guys continue to work through the chapter 17 of the 1689 Confession on “Perseverance.” Jimmy and Joe consider the guarantee of our perseverance. If we are active in our sanctification, why isn’t our perseverance to the end dependent on our own free will? What is the perseverance of the saints ultimately dependent on? Joe mentioned Keeping the Heart by John Flavel. If you haven’t read it, you need to get it. Get all the show notes and links at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689172Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe talk through the brouhaha over President Trump’s surprise visit to Mclean Bible Church where David Platt serves as the Teaching Pastor. Was bringing the President of the United States up front to pray for him during Sunday service biblical or unbiblical? WHAT Did Jerry Falwell Jr. say about Platt?! What would the Jofo do? Plus, Jimmy yells “Trump” in church. Seriously. References David Platt Models How to Pray for a President by Joe Carter David Platt’s Explanation Praying for a President Is Not that Radical: Platt, Prayer, and Polarization by Ed Stetzer For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/trumplattSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The guys open up The 1689 Confession to chapter 17 to begin discussing the doctrine of the perseverance of the saints. How is this doctrine different from “eternal security”? What does perseverance fundamentally teach? How does a believer’s fall into sin relate to this doctrine? Plus, Jimmy doesn’t know the song, “More than Words.”Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands