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For the month of November, this episode is centered around thanksgiving and contentment which should mark the life of every follower of Jesus. Jason and Duffey discuss the importance of thankfulness and gratitude in the hearts of Christians. To get the conversation going, they consider the familiar Psalm 100 which calls all people everywhere to render priase and thanksgiving to God.

In this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss the abiding, practical relevance of the so-called "Protestant Reformation." In particular, they place special emphasis upon the German Reformer, Martin Luther, and his rediscovery of the biblical doctrine of justification by faith alone in Christ alone. The very heart of the gospel message had become obscured by the Catholic Mass, rising papal supremacy and power, and the necessity of the sacraments for salvation within the Roman Catholic Church of the late Medieval period. A return to the Bible, made possible by men like Martin Luther and William Tyndale, paved the way for the dawning of a renewal of gospel clarity and the push to get printed Bibles into every home.   Free online documentary on the life and legacy of Martin Luther: https://youtu.be/6VK0p-tuuao?si=Aiq9WvN2pUYlS-8Y    Online teaching from R. C. Sproul on the Roman Catholic doctrine of justification: Part 1 - https://youtu.be/O0zU6EXtb0I?si=ao7TKbC2stWz0_he  Part 2 - https://youtu.be/N4R5fSfRgQA?si=jVok5wYVtywtWTJu  R. C. Sproul teaching on the indulgence controversy and Martin Luther: https://youtu.be/A0nTYMCPKBI?si=cXS9mtX3QRLHaxu6  Printed resources mentioned on the episode: Roland Bainton, Here I Stand -- https://a.co/d/0gbF9uwW Michael Reeves, The Unquenchable Flame -- https://a.co/d/04MsBQkU  Additional helpful printed resources: R. C. Sproul, The Holiness Of God -- https://a.co/d/0aKn4E5o  R. C. Sproul, What Is Reformed Theology? -- https://a.co/d/08gmhE0D

In this episode, Duffey and Jason are joined by Jerod Haygood for a discussion on how best to engage challenging and difficult relationships within one's extended family. This episode was recorded in conjunction with our emphasis of the month, Family Ministry, for September 2026.

In this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss the importance of the church praying together. It has been said before that a healthy church is a praying church. When churches gather for corporate prayer meetings, the they unite corporately around God's will for the benefit and edification of her members. Prayer is means by which we communicate our complete depenence upon God's provision. We hope this episode will encourage you to engage in the prayers of the saints as they gather.

This is session 3 of our Spring 2026 Conference on the English Puritans. Here, Dr. Yuille discusses "Finding Contentment."   For the video/audio version of this content, see this link https://youtu.be/1usxvJPGqfA

This is session 2 of our Spring 2026 Conference on the English Puritans. Here, Dr. Yuille discusses "Biblical Meditation."   For the video/audio version of this content, see this link https://youtu.be/e8YcU22fGPw

This is session 1 of our Spring 2026 Conference on the English Puritans. Dr. Yuille answers the question: "Who are the Puritans?"   For the video/audio version of this content, see this link https://youtu.be/DyYNWPFA4qA

In this episode, Jason and Duffey dive back into discussions surrounding systematic theology. This time, they engage the subject of christology. Christology is the study of the person and work of Christ. This epsiode is limited to the "work" of Christ. Here they discuss questions like: What did Jesus come to accomplish in the incarnation? What does it mean that he is our Mediator? What is meant by his three-fold office as prophet, priest, and king? What is the atonement?  What is propitiation? More online recommended resources: R.C. Sproul (video) - the offices of Christ - https://youtu.be/UtrFvQOAK7c?si=c41SBr4DiX0rCstF  Tom Nettles - The three offices of Christ - https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/christ-mediator-offices/  Ryan McGraw - Christ and the covenant of grace - https://tabletalkmagazine.com/posts/who-is-the-mediator-of-the-covenant-of-grace/  Ryan McGraw - Christ as mediator - https://tabletalkmagazine.com/posts/the-mediator-and-his-offices/

In this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss BBC's counseling ministry. Jason provides updates over the last few months and discusses a book he has been reading and enjoying titled, Lies My Therapist Told Me by Greg Gifford. They also discuss mental health difficulties relating to counseling.

Jason and Duffey discuss a book on the pastoral life and theology of the nineteenth-century English Baptist pastor, Charles Haddon Spurgeon. This mini-series will be an on-going series in "book club" style. They will read a chapter and discuss it on an episode each month. This episode covers Chapters 8-10.  If you'd like to read along, you may purchase a copy here:  Geoff Chang, Spurgeon The Pastor

In this episode, Jason and Duffey dive back into discussions surrounding systematic theology. This time, they engage the subject of christology. Christology is the study of the person and work of Christ. This epsiode is limited to the "person" of Christ. Here they discuss questions like: Who exactly is Jesus? Is Jesus truly God? What is Jesus' relationship to the Father and Holy Spirit? Where was Jesus before He became incarnate? Is Jesus merely a god-like man, or someone far greater? More online recommended resources: Stephen Nichols - "Is Jesus Divine?" https://youtu.be/yRBtJnJZJHs?si=UsNuNc98AIZXiZSR Kyle Claunch - "Did Jesus diminish his divine power to become human?" https://youtu.be/REo1RBUFKwA?si=rM2pxUFKHMA7q2V_ James Dolezal - "Jesus and His Attributes Divine and Human" https://youtu.be/VtBf-0GLfPI?si=sUz_ensc5FLf1SOd Steven Duby - "Jesus and Divine Attributes" https://youtu.be/p_pm1fyx-eU?si=153Peua92E-0r0fn

In this episode, Jason and Duffey are pleased to have intervied Stephen Yuille of Reformation Heritage Books on the subject of the puritan public figure and minister, John Cotton. Cotton's legacy is closely tied to the founding of America in the 17th century and his leadership had a cast a wide scope of influence both in early America and in Europe.   To purchase the newly published collected works of Cotton, follow this link: https://heritagebooks.org/products/the-works-of-john-cotton-5-volumes.html?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21619799276&gbraid=0AAAAAClRuhv5hQbjx528topiJoo702Fz-&gclid=CjwKCAjwnZfPBhAGEiwAzg-VzK7rIDxUHvHlqWuCKrPK8FKIiiaA8fd-k7_MFCVVx3xrS3iIkC4qnhoCwyMQAvD_BwE    ---------- Speaker Bio: Dr. Yuille serves as Professor of Church History in the School of Theology. Prior to his service at Southwestern, Dr. Yuille was the Vice President of Academics and Academic Dean of College at Heritage Baptist College and Seminary in Cambridge, Ontario. Additionally, he was Associate Professor of Biblical Spirituality at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Dr. Yuille is the author and editor of numerous books and book chapters on the Puritan theologians William Perkins, George Swinnock, John Flavel, and Thomas Manton. He has published journal articles in Themelios, Puritan Reformed Journal, and the Journal of Spiritual Formation and Soul Care. He is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society and the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors.

In this episode, Jason and Duffey get practical as they discuss the unfortunate situation when relationships go sour, and conflict arises. All too often emotions and passions win the day and anger or bitterness results. How should we think better about our tendencies toward anger and bitterness? This episode seeks to offer encouraging and practical counsel for these types of situations.   Resources mentioned on the episode: https://heritagebooks.org/products/bitterness-the-root-that-pollutes-priolo.html?srsltid=AfmBOopvJ7i0ekZyuq7Btv4XnlFtJQbTmfL5FQJXYuG5B7QBNt2OIjWS  https://newgrowthpress.com/minibooks/personal-growth-and-development-books/freedom-from-resentment-stopping-hurts-from-turning-bitter/?setCurrencyId=1&sku=9781935273660&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign={BCI_PMAX_Main}&utm_term=&utm_content={adgroup}_c&utm_name=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19827238486&gbraid=0AAAAADQ2Ly_FjN2y5OQgXF4K8FbdupZn2&gclid=CjwKCAjw1tLOBhAMEiwAiPkRHqkwjpWpdsr9muWn-HcP6Pk2xaruNfOoVA55GC4iIQOYLJf8_nkXLBoCHDoQAvD_BwE  Additional Puritan resource: https://heritagebooks.org/products/the-cure-for-unjust-anger-downame.html?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21619799276&gbraid=0AAAAAClRuhsqCohR1UuDV-TNqkH-ZT_bS&gclid=CjwKCAjw1tLOBhAMEiwAiPkRHtMnaV5mES_qtpBMwIS9rsLfSiyVoMAL-fjNmROTF6rPLGypLInrJxoCFMoQAvD_BwE

Jason and Duffey discuss a book on the pastoral life and theology of the nineteenth-century English Baptist pastor, Charles Haddon Spurgeon. This mini-series will be an on-going series in "book club" style. They will read a chapter and discuss it on an episode each month. This episode covers Chapter 7 (pp. 173-193). If you'd like to read along, you may purchase a copy here:  Geoff Chang, Spurgeon The Pastor

In this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss BBC's upcoming spring Puritan Conference on April 18, 2026. Listen to this episode for a sneak-peak at what to expect from our guest, Dr. Stephen Yuille.   Register for the conference here: https://www.bbcemory.org/  Biographical information about Dr Yuille: https://swbts.edu/staff/j-stephen-yuille/ ; https://thecbcd.org/dr-stephen-yuille