Joe and Jimmy wrap up chapter 15 of the 1689 Confession and discuss the evidence of repentance of those converted later in life, backsliding, and persevering faith.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy are back, and explain why, for the first time in almost 3 years, the missed releasing an episode on Monday. Then they get into a listener’s question who is looking for feedback. As a Calvinist in a non-Calvinist church, should this staff member stay quiet about his theology, speak up, or move on? Plus, what are the theological disagreements and differences of opinions that are common at Redeemer Fellowship? How do all these people actually get along? Want all the links and show notes? Visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/conundrumSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The guys are back, and this time they’re talking about “assimilation.” We know some of our Reformed friends push back on the concept of assimilation, or at least think it’s an overstated need. But Joe and jimmy think it matters for church health. Joe defines assimilation as “the process of becoming a healthy part of a local church.” How is assimilation related to the mission of the church? What does it mean for assimilation to be a structural aspect of disciple-making in the church? And what are the principles and practices that come together to create the assimilation process of Redeemer Fellowship?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy jump into the doctrine of repentance from the 1689 Confession Chapter 15. But the guys jump straight to paragraph 3 in order to first explore the nature of repentance. Is repentance a duty or a gift? what is a proper and full definition of repentance? And what’s the difference between “legal” and “evangelical” repentance? Want to dig deep? Check out Thomas Watson’s Doctrine of Repentance. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689153Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy talk about pastors, money, and influence in light of the ongoing James MacDonald and Harvest Bible Chapel scandal. Before they get into it all they attempt to give some context and offer an apology. In this episode the guys consider how pastors have access to money in the church, and ask, “What principles should govern a minister’s access to and use of church funds?” What about the practice of giving gifts to others or benevolence? Aside from professional and company policies, how do we decide whether we should accept or a reject a gift from someone?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy wrap up Chapter 14 of the 1689 and talk about the varying degrees of saving faith. Plus, Jimmy’s back from vacation and Joe made a mess on Twitter. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689143Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe answer a listener’s email about Easter Eggs dropped from helicopters and gimmicks that seek to draw people to the church. When does an after-church activity make the guys feel uncomfortable? When are biblical principles violated? And why is it important to be careful with “church money?” Listen in as the guys get into it. Plus, Joe sings and Jimmy drinks water. For all the links, photos, and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/helicoptersSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy are back talking about the doctrine of faith from the 1689 Confession, chapter 14, paragraph 2. In this episode the guys unpack how saving faith believes the Bible, values the Bible, obeys the Bible, and trusts in the Christ of the Bible. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689142Support 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 pros and cons of big church and small church. You know they like small church, but there are some things that big churches can do that small churches can’t. At the same time, there are aspects of small church that you won’t experience in big church. For all the links and show notes visit www.redeemerfellowship.org/podcast/bigvsmallSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe are all over the 1689 Confession, Chapter 14, paragraph 1, talking about saving faith. If saving faith is our trust in Jesus, how is it a grace of God? How is faith normally “wrought” in an individual, and how can we strengthen our faith? For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689141Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands