It's October, which means Reformed-type people get a little excited about celebrating the Protestant Reformation. Why? Because on October 31st, 1517 Martin Luther put the Roman Catholic Church on blast. So, Joe and Jimmy throw up the mics to talk about what went down in 1517, the central doctrines that were debated, and why it matters today. They open the mail bag to talk about reading “old dead guys,” and how a local church should decide which ministries it will invest in.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe post up in the office to talk through an article on Ed Stetzer's blog, The Exchange, about why people leave one church for another. New Research: Churchgoers Stick Around for Theology, Not Music or Preachers by Bob (Santana) Smietana is very interesting. Be sure to check it out. What percentage of people in a local church are considering moving on? What are the primary issues the move people to leave a church and seek out another? The research included in this article states that most people who are considering leaving a church do so because “the church changed its doctrine.” Plus, this week the guys are reading The Preacher's Catechism by Lewis Allen. SPONSOR FOR JULY This month we are proud to be sponsored by Ligonier Ministries who are offering our listeners 15 months of Tabletalk Magazine for only $23. That's 15 print issues delivered monthly at the regular annual rate of $23. Plus, you get digital access to current and past issues dating back to 2012. Spread the word and sign up today here. Get all the links and show notes for this episode at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/exitSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Happy Monday, er’ybody! Jimmy and Joe are back to talk about the 1689 Confession and authority in the local church. What authority do elders have, and what authority does the congregation have? Did JMac The Lesser actually say “congregationalism is satanic?” For more of the guys' thoughts on church discipline listen to the 2016 episode on Church Discipline.   Plus, the Southwest Conference in Texas on March 21st is still on! If you’re registered, wash your hands and bring your extra toilet paper—we will see you there! Get all the links and show notes at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689267Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands