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

Joe and Jimmy are back and wind up talking about the popular worship song, “Reckless Love,” and how hey think about modern song choices for corporate worship. Does a song's author determine it's value and use in the church? If Bethel is out does that mean Horatio Spafford (It Is Well With My Soul) out as well? What are some of the important considerations that go into choosing worship songs for the local church?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy kick off a walk-through of the 1689 Baptist Confession. For as long as it takes the guys will take every Monday to talk through a section of the confession seeking to show how it relates to Christian experience. Today is Chapter One, paragraph one, Of the Holy Scriptures. What does it mean that the Bible is “the only sufficient, certain, and infallible rule of all saving knowledge, faith, and obedience.” Why did God give us the Scripture? Be sure to check out our new 1689 website, the1689confession.com and spread the word. If you need a hard copy of the 1689 check out 1689 Baptist Confession (Banner of Truth) or The 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith in Modern English (Founders Press).Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe are back behind the mics, hiding from the mean and hurtful works of an online hater. On today's episode the guys walk through the issue of silliness and soberness. Are these two always goofing around? Are they ever serious? Is there a reason behind the fun and humor of Doctrine and Devotion?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Pastors Joe and Jimmy are back to talk about the danger of moralistic preaching and how we can effectively preach or teach the commands of God connected to the gospel of God by walking through part of Joe's article, Killing Moralism. If we are going to preach the commands of God we must: 1. Show the God of the Command 2. Show the Grace Behind the Command 3. Show the Gospel Above the CommandSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Josh Buice wrote a blogpost on the problem with selfies and self-worship called, Confessions of a Selfie-Saturated Culture. Someone tagged Joe in social media regarding that post and here we are. Josh has some good things to say, and Jimmy and Joe jump in to riff on the concept for 30 minutes. Why is pride dangerous? How do we excuse it? And how can w combat it? Plus, Owen Strachen raps.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy recorded an episode on Dr. Paige Patterson's remarks about women, abuse, and how women are treated in the evangelical church in general. But before we could publish this episode there were further developments. So we have added an update to the front of the episode addressing the SBC President's remarks on the Patterson situation, and Dr. Patterson's apology. So the first 16 minutes of this episode is the response to the most recent stuff, and then the original recording begins.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Todays episode was recorded live at the 2018 Doctrine and Devotion Conference, The Spirit and The Church. This is a conversation on conferences, and what them worth attending. What makes a conference a drag, and what makes them a great experience? Plus, Joe sneezes and Jimmy blesses — incorrectly.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The guys sit down on a Sunday afternoon to talk about those who hunger for righteousness and how Christ alone satisfies. Recap: the awakened soul hungers for pardon, purity, peace, and purpose. Support 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