Today’s episode covers a sensitive subject and may not be suitable for all audiences. The recently published Houston Chronicle article, Abuse of Faith: 20 Years and 700 Victims details a painful and prevalent problem in the Southern Baptist Convention related to sexual abuse and cover up in many of our local churches. Jimmy and Joe talk through the article and the related issues. RELATED CONTENT The Reality of Sexual Abuse Hits Home: What Happened? What Do We Do Now? by Al Mohler Grieved beyond Words… and Resolved by Denny Burk Southern Baptists Face Their #MeToo Moment by Russell Moore For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/sbc-abuseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Merry Christmas, everybody! Joe and Jimmy meet up early in the morning to catch up, and talk about making the most of our Christmas gatherings by talking through Dr. Don Whitney’s article, 10 Questions to Ask at Your Christmas Gathering. Plus, Jimmy is leaving the country—again, and Joe slips into rant mode. Read Don's article here: https://www.crossway.org/articles/10-questions-to-ask-at-your-christmas-gathering/  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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