Christians are called to “walk in the light,” (Eph. 5:8; 1 Jn. 1:7) and yet in God’s providence there are times when the faithful find themselves walking in a kind of darkness where God seems to be silent and distant. Many refer to this as a “dark night of the soul.” How is this dark night different from the more common forms of depression or affliction? And, is there a way to persevere through the night and find the light of morning?RECOMMENDED READINGFirst we have a couple free online resources for you, and then some books that can help when you’re in a dark night, or even just wrestling with depression.The Dark Night of the Soul by R.C. SproulThe Desire of the Soul in Spiritual Darkness by SpurgeonSpiritual Depression by Martin Lloyd JonesA Lifting Up for the Downcast by William BridgeThe Bruised Reed by Richard SibbesSpurgeon’s Sorrows: Realistic Hope for those who Suffer from Depression by Zack EswineChristians Get Depressed Too by David Murray(Amazon links are affiliate links that help support Doctrine and Devotion)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The guys take some time to answer a couple emails. When a church be comes too political is that a good reason to leave a it? And when do we know it’s time to plant a church? Where does someone start after they sense a call? Plus, Jimmy thinks he’s big time ever since he received a text from Ronaldo Martini of The Electronic Joy, or something like that.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jimmy and Joe walk through the fundamentals of journaling and share the recommendations below. Plus, we get a peek at their conversation with Daniel Ritchie on maintaining a Christlike character.JOURNALSLeuchtturm 1917 Medium (A5) Softcover Notebook (Dot Grid)Midori Way Traveler's NotebookField Notes 3-Pack Pitch Black Memo Books (Dot Grid)PENS AND PENCILSPentel Sharp Kerry Automatic Pencil, 0.5mmLamy Safari Fountain Pen CharcoalMuji Gel-ink Ballpoint Pen (Good for small handwriting)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands