Joe and Jimmy take a look at Chopo Mwanza’s article, 6 Members Who Build up the Church, over at For The Church. It’s a good article that reminds leaders to thank God for members who make a difference in the life of the church while encouraging members to play their part. Plus, Jimmy is vindicated with his knowledge of The Office, and Joe is offended by the term “shortcomings.”Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe talk through God’s work of creation, the doctrine of the imago dei, and why it matters to us today. Plus, Jimmy uses a big word and ruins a good Calvin quote.Baptist Catechism Question 12Q. What is the work of creation? A. The work of creation is God’s making all things of nothing, by the word of his power, in the space of six days, and all very good. Baptist Catechism Question 13Q. How did God create man? A. God created man, male and female, after his own image, in knowledge, righteousness, and holiness, with dominion over the creatures.RESOURCESThe Baptist CatechismA Scriptural Exposition of the Baptist Catechism by Benjamin BeddomeRead Beddome’s Exposition online for free here.What Does “Ex Nihilo” Mean? (@ Ligonier)God, Creation Ex Nihilo, and Immutability (@ Credo Magazine)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe are fresh off a big bag of fried gizzards and talk through 1 Pet 2:11-12 and what it means that we, as Christians, are “sojourners and exiles” in the world. In what ways do we not fit into the world? Are there ways in which we do find our place? As strangers in a strange land how should we conduct ourselves while we are here?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Jofo is back to catch the catechism on the issue of God’s decree, and how it relates to creation and providence? Plus, Jimmy is sporting the coolest long sleeve tee, and Joe keeps talking about fake crab meat.Baptist Catechism Question 11Q. How doth God execute his decrees? A. God executeth his decrees in the works of creation and providence. RESOURCESThe Baptist CatechismA Scriptural Exposition of the Baptist Catechism by Benjamin BeddomeRead Beddome’s Exposition online for free here.Monergism.com on “providence.”Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe talk about why Redeemer Fellowship decided to leave the Acts 29 Network, and what it means for the church. If there’s no drama or fight, why the change? Why is it important to associate or cooperate with other churches for missional health? Plus, election week updates.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Yeah, we had to drop this on election day since Joe and Jimmy are finally answering the question, “Who are you guys voting for?” Can pastors endorse a political candidate? What about the Johnson Amendment? Why is the Jofo voting for their candidate? And to the few who will unsubscribe because of this, “buh-bye!” Plus, Joe’s wife drinks a can of Coke Zero with the juice of an entire lemon.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The guys crack open the Baptist Catechism and Benjamin Beddome’s exposition to talk through the doctrine of God’s decree. What has God decreed and how should it move us? Why is this doctrine important? Plus, Jimmy is back and he looks rough, and Joe doesn’t know what a TI-85 is.Baptist Catechism Question 10Q. What are the decrees of God?A. The decrees of God are his eternal purpose according to the counsel of his will, whereby, for his own glory, he hath foreordained whatsoever comes to pass.RESOURCESThe Baptist CatechismA Scriptural Exposition of the Baptist Catechism by Benjamin BeddomeRead Beddome’s Exposition online for free here.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe is in, Jimmy is out—but just for this episode. The Fofo got tied up at work and couldn’t record so Jojo had to go solo. Today Joe talks a bit about John Piper’s article, Policies, Persons, and Paths to Ruin and the push back from people like Wayne Grudem, Sam Storms, and Al Mohler. Joe takes some good away from what Piper wrote, but in the end disagrees. And who is Joe voting for anyway?SPONSORThis episode is sponsored by CROSS20, a special live-stream conference going down December 29-30, 2020 aimed at helping 18-25 year-olds find their place in God's global plan. Featuring speakers like David Platt, John Piper, and Kevin DeYoung participants will walk through The Lord’s Prayer together. Registration is just $10 per person. Register for the conference at CROSS20.com. Support 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 the Trinity and the Baptist Catechism and share some of Benjamin Beddome’s words from his exposition of the catechism.Baptist Catechism Question 9Q. How many persons are there in the Godhead? A. There are three persons in the godhead, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit; and these three are one God, the same in essence, equal in power and glory. RESOURCESExperiencing the Trinity by Joe ThornThe Baptist CatechismA Scriptural Exposition of the Baptist Catechism by Benjamin BeddomeRead Beddome’s Exposition online for free here. CROSS20This episode is sponsored by CROSS20, a special live-stream conference going down December 29-30, 2020 aimed at helping 18-25 year-olds find their place in God's global plan. Featuring speakers like David Platt, John Piper, and Kevin DeYoung participants will walk through The Lord’s Prayer together. Registration is just $10 per person. Register for the conference at CROSS20.com. And don’t forget to download the free ebook, Genesis to Revelation, at cross20.com/doctrine.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy were joined by Raleigh Sadler, the founder and executive director of Let My People Go, and author of Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking. The guys ask Raleigh what led him into a ministry dedicated to helping the victims of human trafficking, what the misconceptions are around trafficking, how churches push back against it, and how individuals and churches can get involved. It’s a great conversation, and we encourage you to grab a copy of Raleigh’s book, Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking.SPONSORThis episode is sponsored by CROSS20, a special live-stream conference going down December 29-30, 2020 aimed at helping 18-25 year-olds find their place in God's global plan. Featuring speakers like David Platt, John Piper, and Kevin DeYoung participants will walk through The Lord’s Prayer together. Registration is just $10 per person. Register for the conference at CROSS20.com.And don’t forget to download the free ebook, Genesis to Revelation, at cross20.com/doctrine.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands