In October Joe was preaching at a conference in Wellington, NZ with Dr. Jim Renihan. Jim is the Dean and Professor of Historical Theology at the Institute of Reformed Baptist Studies at Westminster Seminary in Escondido, California. He is a theological beast and an author whom you need to be well acquainted with. Today, Jim talks with Joe about the possibility of a new seminary launching in Texas, the doctrine of divine Impassibility, and of course, Neil Young. Plus, Jimmy interrupts the interview from the other side of the world.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe go back to basics and talk theology. What is theology? Why is it important? How do we get it wrong?  Where should we begin to grow in theology? Is it possible to be “theologically obese?” The guys open the mailbag and talk about alcohol, abstinence, and seminary life. Plus, Jimmy can't remember how old his children are, and confesses a man crush on “The Denzel.”Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

While Joe was in New Zealand He interviewed Dr. James White. Before the interview starts Jimmy and Joe talk about the value of bow ties, and afterward they suggest that Dr. White is really a cyborg. During the interview Joe talks to James about apologetics, what James does and does not debate, and why James believes that the doctrine of Scripture is the most critical doctrine in maintaining orthodoxy. Plus, James pulls a “Jimmy” and plays with with phone during the interview.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy throw up the mics to talk about evangelism as a lead-up to the James White interview dropping on Thursday. Who's responsibility is it to evangelize? Does Calvinism kill evangelism? What is the proper motivation and ultimate goal in preaching the gospel? The guys open the mailbag and discuss evangelism and follow up at the local church.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

After months of putting if off, Joe and Jimmy finally get around to discussing the issue of procrastination. What is it? Is it a sin? What are some ways we can get past procrastination and into faithful productivity? Plus, Acts 29 New Zealand, President Trump, and Jimmy wears Spandex.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We have a lot of ladies listening to the podcast and Joe and Jim wanted to address the issue of Women's Ministry. The guys didn't want to wing it on their own, so they brought in Joe's wife, Jen Thorn. Jen would say she is first a wife and mother, and then a writer and speaker who is called to encourage other women in the faith. You can find Jen writing at JenThorn.com, Love God Greatly, and Club 31 Women. Today the trio talks through the current state of women's ministry and how pastors and churches can better serve the women in the congregation. The guys open the mail bag to talk about Jonathan Edwards and slavery. Plus, Joe gives a shout out, or maybe it's just a shout, to Kirk Cameron. Be sure to hit Doctrine and Devotion for all the show notes and links.   http://www.doctrineanddevotion.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We bet you're tired from all the drama around the US Presidential election. You need some rest. Good, news! Jimmy and Joe take some time to talk about it. Why is rest so important? How should we approach it? What happens when we rest? What happens when we don't? And how does rest relate to the gospel? Plus, what's more boring, baseball or golf?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

While Joe is away Jimmy and Pat will play. That's right, Jimmy and Pat threw up the mics and threw Joe under the bus in this bonus episode. Everyone wants more Pat so here he talking about Pastor Appreciation month.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy are on the mics talking about the “total depravity.” All Christians believe in the depravity of humanity, but what is total depravity? How should we, as Christians, see those in the world who are totally depraved? What impact should this doctrine have on us personally, and how should it promote godliness? Plus, the guys open the mailbag to talk about cussing and the band Kings Kaleidoscope.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today's podcast is sponsored by Logos Bible Software. Joe and Jimmy talk about the nature of Christian joy. What is it? How do we find it? Where does sorrow fit into the Christian life? Plus, John Piper selfies, and Joe's wife throws rocks at the window while the guys are recording.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands