Though only a small portion of our content addresses current controversies, when it is particularly relevant to us, or the church we serve, we jump in and talk it out. On this bonus episode we discuss the recent change in the Acts 29 Network. Steve Timmis (CEO) is out, and Christianity Today published an article on this transition, including accusations against the leadership of Timmis. Joe and Jimmy try to keep it real while addressing these accusations and the related issues in general. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/timmisSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

If sin has brought misery into the world and upon all sinners, why don’t all men seem to experience misery?Baptist Catechism Question 18Q. What is the misery of that estate whereinto man fell? A. All mankind by their fall lost communion with God, are under his wrath and curse, and so made liable to all miseries in this life, to death itself, and to the pains of hell for ever.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

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