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Family, career, people, hobbies—what is most important to us in life? What comes first? The Christian says God comes first. The first Q&A of the Baptist Catechism explicitly says, “God is the first and chiefest being.” What does it mean to say God is “first”? What are the implications for us who understand this truth? RESOURCES (see show notes linked below) THE 2020 DOCTRINE AND DEVOTION CONFERENCE Doctrine and Devotion's fourth annual conference is Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19, 2020 in St. Charles, IL. Our theme for this two-day conference is Covenant Theology: God's Promises for God's People. Dr. Sam Renihan will be our keynote speaker, joined by Joe Thorn and Jimmy Fowler, walking us through the biblical covenants between God and his people. Get all the links and notes for this episode at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/bcq1

Next week the Baptist Catechism (1693) will get the JoFo treatment. Each Monday we will talk through one or more of the questions and answers from the catechism all would benefit from learning. In this episode the guys talk through catechesis, the value of catechetical instruction, and why catechisms are now neglected by most churches. Plus, the use the Bat-phone to call in “The Man” for some help. THE 2020 DOCTRINE AND DEVOTION CONFERENCE Doctrine and Devotion's fourth annual conference is Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19, 2020 in St. Charles, IL. Our theme for this two-day conference is Covenant Theology: God's Promises for God's People. Dr. Sam Renihan will be our keynote speaker, joined by Joe Thorn and Jimmy Fowler, walking us through the biblical covenants between God and his people. For all the links and show notes for this episode visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/baptist-catechism

Dr. Jim Renihan. We don’t need to say any more. Jim “The Man” Renihan. That means this is a great episode worth your time. But for those who do not know, Jim is a theologian, author, and serves as the President of IRBS Theological Seminary. His forthcoming book, For the Vindication of the Truth A Brief Exposition of the First London Baptist Confession of Faith, is an important and helpful book all our listeners will benefit from. Why did Dr. Renihan write a book on the First London Confession? How is it different from the Second London Confession? Can we expect an exposition of the 1689? This new book is not yet available, but we will let you know as soon as pre-orders are available. THE 2020 DOCTRINE AND DEVOTION CONFERENCE Doctrine and Devotion's fourth annual conference is Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19, 2020 in St. Charles, IL. Our theme for this two-day conference is Covenant Theology: God's Promises for God's People. Dr. Sam Renihan will be our keynote speaker, joined by Joe Thorn and Jimmy Fowler, walking us through the biblical covenants between God and his people. For all the links and show notes for this episode visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/flc-renihan

The guys open up the mailbag and wind up talking about Christian Hedonism, COVID and church attendance, seminary, and baby names! THE 2020 DOCTRINE AND DEVOTION CONFERENCE Doctrine and Devotion's fourth annual conference is Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19, 2020 in St. Charles, IL. Our theme for this two-day conference is Covenant Theology: God's Promises for God's People. Dr. Sam Renihan will be our keynote speaker, joined by Joe Thorn and Jimmy Fowler, walking us through the biblical covenants between God and his people. Get all the links and show notes for this episode at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/hercules

The guys are back to discuss Jimmy’s recent appearance on The Common Good radio show with Ian Simkins on WYLL, and a listens email concerning our episode on John Crist. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/covid-crist

In this episode the Jofo discuss how to prepare for the fall—not the fall of America, but the fall season with its looming frustrations and challenges—by looking at Romans 8 as a guide for walking through trying times. Plus, Joe takes a peek in Jimmy’s bag and is shocked by what he finds. For all the pics, links, and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/prepping

The guys walk through the last paragraph of the chapter of the 1689 Confession. In there a Judgement Jumbotron? How does the anticipation of the Day of Judgment move us to live today? Plus, Jimmy gets a hold of Joe’s drivers license from 1993, and Joe overshares. Get all the show notes, links, and pics at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/168932-3

Joe and Jimmy eventually get around to talking about the various ways the Coronavirus is challenging and and even killing our churches. Plus, Joe confronts a man at the cigar shop. THE 2020 DOCTRINE AND DEVOTION CONFERENCE Doctrine and Devotion's fourth annual conference is Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19, 2020 in St. Charles, IL. Our theme for this two-day conference is Covenant Theology: God's Promises for God's People. Dr. Sam Renihan will be our keynote speaker, joined by Joe Thorn and Jimmy Fowler, walking us through the biblical covenants between God and his people. For all the links and show notes for this episode visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/corona-killer

Jimmy and Joe step into the final chapter of the 1689 Confession to discuss the final judgement of the righteous and the wicked. Plus, the guys have figured out that because they are both always right, the arguing can finally stop. The 2020 Doctrine and Devotion Conference Doctrine and Devotion's fourth annual conference is Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19, 2020 in St. Charles, IL. Our theme for this two-day conference is Covenant Theology: God's Promises for God's People. Dr. Sam Renihan will be our keynote speaker, joined by Joe Thorn and Jimmy Fowler, walking us through the biblical covenants between God and his people. For all the links and notes for this episode visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/16893212

Joe and Jimmy talk a bit about Todd White’s gospel discovery and issue driven churches. Plus, Jimmy gets subscribed to Fox Nation, and Joe gets caught wearing shorts. Get all the links and show notes for this episode at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/todd-white

Here comes the JoFo talking about the resurrection of the dead from the 1689 Confession, chapter 31. When does the resurrection of the dead take place? What about those who are alive when Christ returns? Why is this such an important aspect of eschatology, and why is eschatology itself important for the Christian life?

Joe and Jimmy hang out and talk about John Crist, repentance and restoration. John Crist, a Christian comedian who was accused of Sexting, Harassment, Manipulation, disappeared from the public for 8 months to get help, and recently emerged with a video addressing his “poor choices,” personal hypocrisy, and mental health. Many are happy to see his humble return, while others think it’s too early or that he isn’t repentant enough. The guys get into it and share their perspective. For all the links and notes for this episode visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/crist

The guys are talking about “the state of man after death” from the 1689 Confession, Chapter 31, paragraph 1. Is “soul sleep” a thing? Where do believers go upon their death, but before the resurrection? What is protestant purgatory? For all the links and show notes for this episode visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689311

Joe and Jimmy discuss the biblical call to kindness. What is it, what does it look like, and why do we fail to exhibit it? Plus, Joe tries to steal Jimmy’s friends. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/poodcast/kindness

The guys wrap up chapter 30 of the 1689 Confession on the Lord’s Supper. How is one a “worthy receiver” of the Lord’s Supper, and how do we “feed upon Christ” in the observance of the ordinance? Plus, Jimmy is officially a golf model.

Jimmy and Joe answer a listener’s email about “the flesh” and its meaning in Scripture. Does flesh refer to the physical stuff we are made of, or does it speak to our human nature? Does it speak of sin and our fallen nature? The general answer is, yes! Also, Jimmy’s beard gets jacked up. Check out all our episodes, articles, and videos at www.doctrineanddevotion.com

The JoFo get’s it going on the 1689 Confession and focus on Chapter 30, paragraph. The Lord’s Supper symbolized Christ’s death, thought it is not an actual sacrifice. What elements are necessary for the Lord’s Supper? Plus, Jimmy learns what Ripple is, and Joe hates on Canada. Please don’t take him seriously.

Jimmy and Joe talk through an article by Church Lawless called, “10 Characteristics of the Best Bad Church Leaders I’ve Ever Known.” Is it possible to be a gifted leader, but not a good leader? Dr. Lawless offers 10 good and bad characteristics of this type of leader. Plus, Jimmy gets mail and accuses Joe of breaking federal law. For all the links, show notes, and the pic of Jimmy's mail visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/notgood

Here’s a quick one for you as Joe and Jimmy talk through paragraphs 3 and 4 of the 1689 Confession. Who should administer this ordinance? Why don’t we “adore” the elements? Is the opposite error of trivialization just as problematic?

Correction: Joe and Jimmy incorrectly attributed a statement made on the Genevan Commons as directed at Aimee Byrd. This was actually directed toward another woman. We apologize for the mistake. As we now understand the comment and its intended target, we still believe it to be ungodly speech. The guys jump into the whole Aimee Byrd/Genevan Commons kerfuffle to talk about our speech, especially as leaders. What’s all the fuss? When does our complaint against one’s theology cross the line into an attack on the person? How should we talk about our theological opponents? Plus, Joe had to apologize for being a jerk. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/genevan-commons

Joe and Jimmy are back to talk Lord’s Supper, the 1689 Confession. Why Isn’t the “body” and “blood” of Jesus a perpetual sacrifice? Plus, lots of chit chat. What do we expect? These guys miss each other. Be sure to pick up Richard Barcellos' great book, The Lord’s Supper as a Means of Grace: More Than a Memory. www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689302

The guys sit down to answer an email about annihilationism and why restarting worship is complicated. What’s the problem with a temporal hell and conditional immortality? And what’s the big change happening at Redeemer Fellowship? Check out Gavin Ortlund’s article, J. I. Packer on Why Annihilationism Is Wrong (at TGC) Get all the links and show notes at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/annihilationism

The Jofo jumps into the subject of the Lord’s Supper (again), this time by looking at chapter 30, paragraph 1 of the 1689 Confession. When, where, and why do we observe the Lord’s Supper. Plus, Jimmy revisits a classic John Piper tweet. Be sure to pick up Richard Barcellos' great book, The Lord’s Supper as a Means of Grace: More Than a Memory. Get all the links and show notes by visiting www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689301

The bag-o-mail today covers some new terrain! Jimmy and Joe try to answer questions about the relationship between bigfoots, aliens, and demons, and the shooting of looters by store owners. They also get into Joe’s turn away from pedobaptism, and how to love people we may completely disagree with.

Joe and Jimmy wrap up chapter 29 of the 1689 Confession on baptism. Who are the proper candidates of baptism? Does mode matter? What about spontaneous baptisms? And what is the “Hell General,” and why does Joe love it?

Is the gospel the answer to racism? If so, how do those who reject Jesus also manage to reject racism? Would that mean that it’s impossible to be a Christian and be racist? How does the gospel undo racism and its root sins? Why and how should Christians fight against racism? Listen in to this bonus episode and share your thoughts with us online.

Last weekend Jimmy and Joe recorded their thoughts on the George Floyd murder, the subsequent protests, the riots, and the police. Plus, Joe was 12 years old the first time he was pulled over by the cops, and a listener calls Jimmy a “Pseudo-celebrity podcast wife.”

The guys are back on baptism from the 1689 Confession, chapter 29, paragraph 1. What does baptism symbolize? Why is the greek word for baptism “transliterated?” Why is baptism not an “outward sign of an inward commitment?” Plus, while recording this episode Jimmy gets a text from listener Hunter announcing his newborn son! Let’s encourage Hunter to name his son after one of the cohost of the podcast! hit him up to point him to the right host’s name on Twitter at https://twitter.com/bond_1689.

Today’s bag-o-mail includes: How can a pastor have a good reputation with the world when the world is set against the truth? Is there any value in the illustrations commonly used to teach children about our triune God? Are we changing the Doctrine and Devotion theme song? Does this podcast make men better husbands?

Jimmy and Joe talk through chapter 28 of the 1689 Confession and the two ordinances Jesus gave the church. Why only two ordinances? Why don’t we see foot-washing as an ordinance? Plus, Joe has to apologize to a friend for going ham on the foot-washing thing. Listen in and you’ll understand. Get all the links and show notes at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/168928

The guys are back on “the communion of the saints” and the 1689 Confession. What is it that we are called to do in the act of fellowship/communion, and with whom do we have such communion? What is a “saint by profession,” and is the 1689 anti-communism? Get all the links and show notes for this episode at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689272

Jimmy and Joe take today’s episode to open up a bag-o-mail and answer some listeners’ questions. Like, how does a diverse elder board handle disagreements and avoid division? What makes a baptism acceptable or unacceptable? And, what about all those hot conspiracy theories Christians are sharing online? Get all the show notes and links at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/bagomail

Earbuds in, volume up! The Jofo is back talking through “the communion of the saints” with some thoughts on the 1689 Confession Chapter 27, paragraph 1. How does our fellowship with Christ lead to a fellowship with other believers? What should our fellowship with one another consist of? Plus, the guys remember Pastor Darrin Patrick, his friendship and ministry. For all the show notes and links visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689271

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-ortlund

BONUS EPISODE: Joe and Jimmy and joined by The Great Dane, Dane Ortlund, to talk about bible translations. Why makes Bible translation so difficult? What makes for a good English language translation of the scripture? Why does the ESV stand out among other English translations of the Bible? What are are some other good English translations? This is an informative, encouraging, and fun conversation. Plus, Jimmy has "Trump eyes." Dane is the chief publishing officer and Bible publisher at Crossway. He is the author of several books, most recently Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers, which we will be talking about on Thursday episode of Doctrine and Devotion. Dane also blogs at Strawberry-Rhubarb Theology. Be sure to follow him on Twitter. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/translations

Jimmy and Joe are back to talk through the 1689 Confession on the local church and accountability within networks, conventions, and denominations. Plus, is Joe adopting a deaf dog?

Today Jimmy and Joe kick back and have a conversation about how they place boundaries around the media their kids take in, and what principles they want their children to keep in mind as they watch, read, or listen to movies, tv, and music. OUR SPONSOR The ministry landscape is changing. More and more, pastors need to be equipped with rigorous theological training as well as job skills to make a living where God has called you. That’s why Southeastern Seminary has created the M.Div.-M.B.A. in just 4 years, you can graduate from a theologically rigorous M.Div. program at Southeastern and have the practical job skills of an M.B.A. With leading Baptist scholars like Bruce Ashford, Ben Merkle, and John Hammett, there’s no better time to start your theological training today. Get all the details here.

The guys talk about conflict in the church, and praying for other churches, all from Chapter 26 of the 1689 Confession. How should we not react to a problem we have with another member in the church? And what does prayer for other churches look like? Plus, Jimmy has traveling pants, doesn’t know who Keith Green is, and received a Trump flag in the mail. Jump to the 6:30 mark to skip the banter. OUR SPONSOR The ministry landscape is changing. More and more, pastors need to be equipped with rigorous theological training as well as job skills to make a living where God has called you. That’s why Southeastern Seminary has created the M.Div.-M.B.A. in just 4 years, you can graduate from a theologically rigorous M.Div. program at Southeastern and have the practical job skills of an M.B.A. With leading Baptist scholars like Bruce Ashford, Ben Merkle, and John Hammett, there’s no better time to start your theological training today. Get all the links and show notes at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/168926-1314

Today Joe and Jimmy answer some listener email. What do the guys think about church leaders who are protesting state orders regarding the quarantine? When does our not meeting together as local churches in the current crisis become “forsaking” the assembly? Would house churches be a better missional approach in expensive city contexts than a more “traditional” approach? Plus, more questions and Joe freestyles. OUR SPONSOR The ministry landscape is changing. More and more, pastors need to be equipped with rigorous theological training as well as job skills to make a living where God has called you. That’s why Southeastern Seminary has created the M.Div.-M.B.A. in just 4 years, you can graduate from a theologically rigorous M.Div. program at Southeastern and have the practical job skills of an M.B.A. With leading Baptist scholars like Bruce Ashford, Ben Merkle, and John Hammett, there’s no better time to start your theological training today. Get all the details here. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/protesting

Happy quarantine! On this episode Jimmy and Joe talk through the benefits of belonging to a local church from the 1689 Confession. Where do we see church “membership” in Scripture? What are the “privileges” of membership? What’s a “censure,” and why does a local church practice church discipline? REFERENCES Through the Westminster Confession, Chad Van Dixhoorn On Church Membership (Doctrine and Devotion) On Church Discipline (Doc trine and Devotion) Tony Doppke preaching at Redeemer Fellowship this past Sunday. OUR SPONSOR The ministry landscape is changing. More and more, pastors need to be equipped with rigorous theological training as well as job skills to make a living where God has called you. That’s why Southeastern Seminary has created the M.Div.-M.B.A. in just 4 years, you can graduate from a theologically rigorous M.Div. program at Southeastern and have the practical job skills of an M.B.A. With leading Baptist scholars like Bruce Ashford, Ben Merkle, and John Hammett, there’s no better time to start your theological training today. Get all the details here. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/168926-12

Joe and Jimmy have another conversation about The Lord’s Supper in connection with the article we just released call, Virtual Communion. Because the context in which the Lord’s Supper was observed in the first century was when local churches gathered together, and because of the warnings and actions of God against those who partake of the ordinance in an unworthy manner, and because of God’s charge to leaders to exercise oversight and discipline during the observance of this ordinance, it is only when the local church is assembled, with the oversight of the elders, that we can properly observe this ordinance. Plus, the guys answer some related questions that came in via social media. OUR SPONSOR

The guys discuss preaching from The 1689 Confession. What are the preacher’s devotional habit? Instant preaching? Training preachers? What is preaching? Plus, Steve McCoy is a meteorologist. OUR SPONSOR Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary believes that theological education is best done in partnership with the local church. Southeastern’s EQUIP Network empowers churches and ministry organizations to offer accredited and accessible courses to students from the highest level of theological training. The EQUIP Network weds the seminary experience with real life ministry opportunities to provide students with the most integrative ministry training available. Students can fulfill their remaining degree requirements through the online, hybrid, or campus-based classes. Students can earn up to 36 hours of seminary credit in their local church through EQUIP classes. AND if you’re a pastor with an M.Div., you can start an EQUIP center at your church. For more information go to sebts.edu. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/16892611

Today the guys read some Lewis Bayly to encourage those who are suffering. Bayly’s 10 meditations to comfort those in affliction are a timely and good word to many enduring the current pandemic. We hope the words of this 17th century puritan are an encouragement to you. Plus, Joe and his evil buddy pulled off a terrible prank in third grade. Our Sponsor The ministry landscape is changing. More and more, pastors need to be equipped with rigorous theological training as well as job skills to make a living where God has called you. That’s why Southeastern Seminary has created the M.Div.-M.B.A. in just 4 years, you can graduate from a theologically rigorous M.Div. program at Southeastern and have the practical job skills of an M.B.A. With leading Baptist scholars like Bruce Ashford, Ben Merkle, and John Hammett, there’s no better time to start your theological training today. Get the detail here. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/bayly

You didn’t ask for it, but the guys are giving it to you anyway! Jimmy had a bee in his bonnet and wanted to revisit the whole NDA discussion the guys had on April 2. If you haven’t listened to that episode, be sure to start there. For all the show notes and links visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/bonus-nda

Joe and Jimmy are back in the second of two episodes recorded offsite at an undisclosed location, and they get into a touchy subject. Should pastors be paid by their local church? How much should pastors be paid, and how can we determine that amount? And should congregations know what pastors are paid (the answer is yes). Plus, Jimmy is a dandy. Want to skip the small talk? You can skip to the 6:05 mark. OUR SPONSOR Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary believes that theological education is best done in partnership with the local church. Southeastern’s EQUIP Network empowers churches and ministry organizations to offer accredited and accessible courses to students from the highest level of theological training. The EQUIP Network weds the seminary experience with real life ministry opportunities to provide students with the most integrative ministry training available. Students can fulfill their remaining degree requirements through the online, hybrid, or campus-based classes. Students can earn up to 36 hours of seminary credit in their local church through EQUIP classes. AND if you’re a pastor with an M.Div., you can start an EQUIP center at your church. For more information go to sebts.edu. For all the links and snow notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/16892610

Today, Joe and Jimmy are joined by their friend, Greg, to discuss non-disclosure agreements and the local church. Greg is an attorney, and helps the guys think the purpose of an NDAs, the legitimate use of NDAs, how they can be misused in the church, and when is signing an NDA a good or bad idea? Plus, Greg was a secret agent before he was a lawyer?! Skip the banter by jumping in at the 8:37 mark. Additional Resources: Silence of the Sheep by Emily Belz (World Magazine) Quick to Listen with Morgan Lee, Episode 185 (Christianity Today)

Jimmy and Joe are ready to get into some more ecclesiology and the 1689 Confession. Who is necessary for a local church to properly exist. What are the responsibilities of church members and church officers? How should officers of the church, elders and deacons, be appointed to serve? Plus, Joe is not invited to game night, and Jimmy turns “Kirk Cameron” into a verb. Skip the banter by jumping to the 5:50 mark. THE 2020 DOCTRINE AND DEVOTION CONFERENCE It’s a good thing we scheduled our annual conference for the Fall this year! Doctrine and Devotion's fourth annual conference is Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19, 2020 in St. Charles, IL. Our theme for this two-day conference is Covenant Theology: God's Promises for God's People. Dr. Sam Renihan will be our keynote speaker, joined by Joe Thorn and Jimmy Fowler, walking us through the biblical covenants between God and his people. For all the details and to register click the link below. Get all the links and show notes at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/16892689

Joe and Jimmy are back on the mics talking about the coronavirus pandemic, the “shelter at home” order, and how churches are working to care for their people during this time. What are some of the good things that have come about because of the coronavirus? What specifically is Redeemer Fellowship doing to serve her people? Why is discipline and order important during all this forced downtime? And the guys revisit their problem with small group communion. Plus, Jimmy figures out how to use the “drop” feature on the new sound board. The 2020 Annual Conference It’s a good thing we scheduled our annual conference for the Fall this year! Doctrine and Devotion's fourth annual conference is Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19, 2020 in St. Charles, IL. Our theme for this two-day conference is Covenant Theology: God's Promises for God's People. Dr. Sam Renihan will be our keynote speaker, joined by Joe Thorn and Jimmy Fowler, walking us through the biblical covenants between God and his people. For all the details and to register click the link below. www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/corona-chaos

Today’s episode is taken from the Doctrine and Devotion Live that ended our virtual conference this past weekend. In it Jimmy and Joe answer a question about communion, or The Lord’s Supper. What is necessary to observe the Lord’s Supper? Before it’s over the guys come back and answer a follow up question for more clarity. Note: this was done live so the sound is different. We will be back to our normal schedule and setup this Thursday. The 2020 Annual Conference Doctrine and Devotion's fourth annual conference is Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19, 2020 in St. Charles, IL. Our theme for this two-day conference is Covenant Theology: God's Promises for God's People. Dr. Sam Renihan will be our keynote speaker, joined by Joe Thorn and Jimmy Fowler, walking us through the biblical covenants between God and his people. For all the details and to register click the link below. Get all the links and show notes at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/communion-questions

The guys are back to talk a bit more about the coronavirus outbreak and the local church. Many of us are dealing with businesses closing, working from home, being laid off of work, churches suspending services, social distancing, isolation, lack of fellowship, and loneliness. How can we walk through this faithfully as Christians? How can the church continue to serve her members? What does our theology say to our current situation? Plus, Joe is a quitter, and Jimmy holds out on Joe. Contending for the Gospel Virtual Conference Contending for the Gospel: Protecting Orthodoxy and Promoting Unity will be live-streamed for all who are registered on Saturday, March 21. The deadline to register for this conference is Thursday, March 19 at 11:59 p.m. CDT. Those registered will receive a link to the live stream by 9:00 a.m. on the morning of March 21st. For all the links and show notes visit www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/coronavirus-church

Happy Monday, er’ybody! Jimmy and Joe are back to talk about the 1689 Confession and authority in the local church. What authority do elders have, and what authority does the congregation have? Did JMac The Lesser actually say “congregationalism is satanic?” For more of the guys' thoughts on church discipline listen to the 2016 episode on Church Discipline.   Plus, the Southwest Conference in Texas on March 21st is still on! If you’re registered, wash your hands and bring your extra toilet paper—we will see you there! Get all the links and show notes at www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/1689267