Eric and Joel are back! They're talking shark attacks in Maine, a little about Todd White's recent sermon, but mostly about Spurgeon's book and this week's topic, the cost of winning souls for Christ.

Please note that in bringing up Todd White, we are NOT endorsing his ministry, or any other prosperity preacher's ministry, but we're hopeful that God is truly drawing Todd repentance, and to a humble view of the true Gospel of Jesus. Here's the sermon one we're referring to in the show. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lK6_MNSqX2s

This week Eric takes over as solo host (and kills it by the way!!) and talks with Joel about his book, Beeline to the Cross. Eric finds a little "dirt" on Joel too. Check it out and then leave us a GREAT REVIEW on Itunes!

Beeline to the Cross is currently only available here: https://www.amazon.com/Beeline-Cross-Salvation-All-Life-ebook/dp/B01N80JVRF/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Here's the Piper article referenced in the show as well! https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/should-we-make-a-beeline-to-the-cross

In this bonus episode Joel and Eric talk about what it looks like for a church to read together. What are the benefits and blessings?

We'd love to hear about what you're reading, and what books your church might be recommending at this time. Share those in the comments, or email us - [email protected]

Eric and Joel are back!!! Today they have a great conversation over The Soul Winner around the subject of bearing witness through our example as Christians. What happens when the witness is cross-examined and "bamboozled" as Spurgeon so put it? We speak the truth. We persuade others. We let the gospel witness of our conduct match our gospel preaching.

Check out this link referenced in today's show!

Penn Jillette, an open atheist and entertainer, shares his interaction with a Christian witness at his show. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6md638smQd8

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If you're a parent, youth leader, or work with kids in any way, listen to this episode of What We're Reading!

Eric and Joel are talking about the seriousness of raising, teaching, discipling and leading children to faith in Christ. In Spurgeon's book, The Soul Winner, he likens the conversion of a child to Christ (or any age for that matter), to raising the dead.

Eric and Joel recorded a bonus episode to talk about reading the Scriptures. Why is it important? How do you set a schedule to read? Where should I start reading? These are a few questions they hit. ENJOY!

The HEAR Journal https://www.jeremybrummel.com/the-h-e-a-r-bible-study-method/

RANSOM Bible Study http://www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/ransom

Becoming a people or a church that has a a culture of soul winning takes time, team work, prayer, perseverance, and most importantly, the Holy Spirit. All of this on today's episode!

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What are some obstacles to winning souls? Eric and Joel discuss this in this weeks episode.

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How to use the law to dismantle self righteousness? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a4-yILMF8z8

In the show's first ever bonus episode Joel and Eric sit down with Joe Thorn, co-host of Doctrine and Devotion, and lead pastor of Redeemer Fellowship in St Charles, IL, to talk about what he's been reading, and discuss the benefits of reading in general for the purpose of growing in Christ.

Check out Doc and Devo: http://www.doctrineanddevotion.com/

And Joe's latest books: https://www.amazon.com/Joe-Thorn/e/B004ANJ144%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

Eric and Joel discuss some helpful topics surrounding preaching, as well as some overall helpful points on soul winning. Stay tuned for our next episode with special guest, Joe Thorn from Redeemer Fellowship, and the podcast, Doctrine and Devotion.