We have received a crazy amount of questions about Paul Maxwell and his “deconversion,” wondering if we are going to address it since he was on the podcast. The truth is, Paul wasn’t just on the podcast, he is our friend. So, today we are addressing the issue of deconversion, and specifically looking at how to deal with it on a relational level. Isn’t deconversion just apostasy? Is there one main reason people wind up leaving the faith? Is it really because of bad theology and superficial youth groups? How should we talk to the deconverted? How should we think of them? We are not getting into Paul’s personal story, or “spilling the tea”—like the kids say. Paul can speak for himself if he wishes. But here you go, a special episode of Banter of Truth for everybody.

Joe and Jimmy are back on the Baptist Catechism to discuss the “duty which God requireth of man.” What does God require of us? What’s the difference between God’s revealed will and his secret will? Plus, Joe sings. We are sorry.

Baptist Catechism Q. 44

Q. What is the duty which God requireth of man?

A. The duty which God requireth of man is, obedience to his revealed will.

The Baptist Catechism

A Scriptural Exposition of the Baptist Catechism by Benjamin Beddome

Read Beddome’s Exposition online for free here.

Joe and Jimmy have some fun talking about things every pastor hates. Don’t worry, they ain’t mad.

The guys have a good conversation about preacher development in the local church, and and offer some recommendations of podcasts and shows they are enjoying. Plus, Joe give hair care advice.

The Man of God Network (podcasts)

Christ-Centered Preaching by Bryan Chapel

Biblical Preaching by Robinson

8 Hours or Less: Writing Faithful Sermons Faster by Ryan Huguley

Folly, Grace, and Power: The Mysterious Act of Preaching by John Koessler

Basic Guide to Interpreting the Bible by Robert Stein

Joe is back from Texas, complaining about TX drivers and roads and arguing with Jimmy about BBQ. Then the guys talk about what happens to the wicked after death. Plus, Jimmy put an offer on a house! It does NOT have a helo-pad. For real. No helo-pad. Stop spreading rumors.

Baptist Catechism Q. 42

Q. But what shall be done to the wicked at their death?

A. The souls of the wicked shall, at their death, be cast into the torments of hell, and their bodies lie in their graves, till the resurrection and judgment of the great day.

The Baptist Catechism

A Scriptural Exposition of the Baptist Catechism by Benjamin Beddome

Read Beddome’s Exposition online for free here.

Listen in as Joe and Jimmy catch up after Joe’s trip to the great state of Texas and talk about the fighting among Christians who should be united, and the lack of feeling we sometimes experience when it comes to bible, church, and worship.

Joe and Jimmy are back into the Baptist catechism to talk about the benefits of believers at the resurrection of the dead.

Baptist Catechism Q. 41

Q. What benefits do believers receive from Christ at the resurrection?

A. At the resurrection believers, being raised up in glory,⁠ shall be openly acknowledged, and acquitted in the day of judgment,⁠⁠ and made perfectly blessed, both in soul and body, in the full enjoyment of God⁠⁠ to all eternity.⁠

The Baptist Catechism

A Scriptural Exposition of the Baptist Catechism by Benjamin Beddome

Read Beddome’s Exposition online for free here.

You guys know the JoFo loves Dane Ortlund’s book, Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers. But a recent review of the book by Jeremiah Johnson, Does Scripture Really Say That? A Critical Appraisal of "Gentle and Lowly" is very negative. Does Johnson raises any good questions? Are his conclusions fair? Listen in to get the Doc’ and Devo’ take. Plus, we share some of our conversation with Jared Wilson on this week’s Banter of Truth.

Jimmy and Joe are back in the Baptist Catechism looking at Q. 40 on the benefits of dying in Christ.

Baptist Catechism Q. 40

Q. What benefits do believers receive from Christ at their death?

A. The souls of believers are at their death made perfect in holiness,⁠⁠ and do immediately pass into glory;⁠⁠ and their bodies being still united to Christ,⁠⁠ do rest in their graves⁠4⁠ till the resurrection.

The Baptist Catechism

A Scriptural Exposition of the Baptist Catechism by Benjamin Beddome

Read Beddome’s Exposition online for free here.

Every Monday through Friday All Access members get Weekday Wisdom, our daily devotionals. Today we share a meditation on Proverbs 12:25, “Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad.”

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