Jimmy's back from Canada and the guys are talking about heaven. Why? Because not enough people are talking about it. What is heaven, and what is like? Why don't we long for it like the Apostle Paul does? For whom is heaven a matter of profound desire?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! On this holiday episode of Doctrine and Devotion the guys talk through how to best handle criticism. As Christians we will face criticism from outside and inside the church. As leaders we sign up for it. But how do we receive criticism without becoming defensive, and perhaps missing something we need to hear? Joe and Jimmy offer 7 steps to receiving criticism to help you benefit from the feedback. Seven Steps to Receiving Criticism 1. Be quick to hear 2. Be slow to speak 3. Be slow to become angry 4. Be Calm, and Gentle 5. Be Ready to Repent 6. Be Ready to Rebuke 7. Be Secure in Christ And be sure to check out Paul Maxwell’s take on handling a certain kind of critic. SPONSORED BY LOGOS BIBLE SOFTWARE Logos Bible Software has just released Logos 8, the newest version of the best Bible study software available. If you aren’t familiar with Logos, think of it as a suite of digital tools, a robust theological library, and a powerful search engine fine-tuned for Bible study. And listeners of Doctrine and Devotion can get 10% off a base package (25% for upgraders) plus 5 books (up to $175 in value). Head over to www.logos.com/doctrine, place your order, and use the coupon code DOCANDDEVO8 at check out. For all the show notes and relevant links visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/criticism  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We are honored to have Dane Ortlund back on the podcast to discuss his new book,  Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers. This conversation is sure to encourage you, and the book will do even more for your soul. Be sure to get a copy and make this your next read! Christians know what Jesus Christ has done—but who is he? What is his deepest heart for his people, weary and faltering on their journey toward heaven? Jesus said he is “gentle and lowly in heart.” This book reflects on these words, opening up a neglected yet central truth about who he is for sinners and sufferers today. Skip the banter and hop to the 4:40 mark to get to the interview. Win a Copy of Gentle and Lowly! We are giving away two copies of Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund. To enter for your chance to win all you need to do is share a link to this episode of Doctrine and Devotion on Facebook, Instagram, and/or Twitter encouraging people to check out Dane’s interview and book. Be sure to include the hashtag #gentlelowly. Feel free to use the text below. Check out Dane Ortlund’s new book on the heart of Christ called, Gentle and Lowly, and listen to his conversation with the guys at Doctrine and Devotion. https://bit.ly/3ftBgvR #gentlelowly Get all the links and show notes at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/dane-ortlundSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands