Jimmy and Joe reach into the mailbag to answer a few questions from a couple of our listeners. Should we use or dismiss the writings of Christian leaders who owned slaves? And, how does a young man heading into pastoral ministry connect with a church tradition he is not currently a part of?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe talk about Halloween. The costumes, Jack o' Lanterns, bonfires, and even bobbing for apples all have pagan origins. Does the pagan origin of something determine its current moral and cultural value? Are JoFo down with Halloween? Are people poisoning Halloween candy? You gotta listen to find out. Plus, the guys open up the mailbag, Jimmy drinks too much water, and Kirk Cameron saves Christmas.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy discuss the common marks of abusive pastors and toxic leadership. What are the signs of leaders who will do harm to the church? Below are 10 symptoms of abusive leadership. Toxic Leaders: 1. Avoid Unaccountability 2. Lack transparency 3. Demonstrate an arrogant/elitist spirit 4. Manipulate members 5. Have a Messiah Complex (I am the savior) 6. Have a Martyr Complex (I am persecuted) 7. Are harsh in the discipline of members 8. Maintain a painful exit process of members 9. Hate on other churches 10. Require extra biblical behavior RESOURCES https://churchleaders.com/pastors/pastor-articles/155481-10-ways-to-spot-spiritual-abuse.html http://www.ministrybestpractices.com/2013/09/9-marks-of-abusive-church.html https://www.9marks.org/article/dont-be-a-9marxist/ For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/abusiveSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands