Joe and Jimmy talk about pastors, money, and influence in light of the ongoing James MacDonald and Harvest Bible Chapel scandal. Before they get into it all they attempt to give some context and offer an apology. In this episode the guys consider how pastors have access to money in the church, and ask, “What principles should govern a minister’s access to and use of church funds?” What about the practice of giving gifts to others or benevolence? Aside from professional and company policies, how do we decide whether we should accept or a reject a gift from someone?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe and Jimmy were joined by Raleigh Sadler, the founder and executive director of Let My People Go, and author of Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking. The guys ask Raleigh what led him into a ministry dedicated to helping the victims of human trafficking, what the misconceptions are around trafficking, how churches push back against it, and how individuals and churches can get involved. It’s a great conversation, and we encourage you to grab a copy of Raleigh’s book, Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking.SPONSORThis episode is sponsored by CROSS20, a special live-stream conference going down December 29-30, 2020 aimed at helping 18-25 year-olds find their place in God's global plan. Featuring speakers like David Platt, John Piper, and Kevin DeYoung participants will walk through The Lord’s Prayer together. Registration is just $10 per person. Register for the conference at CROSS20.com.And don’t forget to download the free ebook, Genesis to Revelation, at cross20.com/doctrine.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

A small group of brothers in Christ broke the internet recently with the release of a statement addressing their concerns “that values borrowed from secular culture are currently undermining Scripture in the areas of race and ethnicity, manhood and womanhood, and human sexuality.” The Statement on Social Justice and the Gospel was released with initial signatories like Tom Ascol, John MacArthur, James White, Josh Buice, and many others.  The response has been explosive and divisive, and Joe and Jimmy got a lot of requests to address the statement. Do they generally agree with the content of the statement? Could they sign it? Will they sign it? What problems do they have with the statement? And, Joe and Jimmy suggest three ways we can all respond to the statement, whether we agree or disagree? Plus, Jimmy has a cold and coughs over the whole episode. For all the show notes and relevant links go to www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/sjgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands