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Asking For A FriendSpecial Edition: Spurgeon the Pastor with Geoff Chang (Oct 2025)In this epsiode, Duffey and Jason are joined by Dr. Geoff Chang of Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Here, they discuss Spurgeon's life and convictions as a pastor. This episode was geared toward being a supplement to our monthly book club epsiodes as we go through Chang's recent book titled Spurgeon the Pastor.    Watch the video edition of this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/kENrBbUDSpQ    About our guest: Dr. Geoff Chang https://www.wornallroad.org/ca-1-1 
2025-10-1740 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE230: The Fifth Monarchy MenIn this unique epsiode Duffey recounts the story of a small band of radicals in seventeenth-century England. This group is known today as the Fifth Monarchy Men. The Fifth Monarchy Men were Puritans (made up of both Independents and Baptists) who promoted a particular eschatological view of the 'fifth kingdom' of Daniel 2:44 and Daniel 7:26-27. This story recounts some of the Fifth Monarchy Men who became radicalized through the hearing of sermons and the reading of published material, and who saw the imminent need to overthrow the existing government in England through a violent force of arms in order...
2025-10-1453 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE229: Book Club #3, Spurgeon the Pastor (Chpt. 2)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 2 (pp. 43-72). If you'd like to read along, you may purchase a copy here:  Geoff Chang, Spurgeon The Pastor 
2025-10-0738 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE228: Law and Gospel in Counseling (with Tom Hicks)In this epsiode, Duffey is joined by Pastor Tom Hicks (FBC Clinton, LA) to discuss the Law and Gospel in counseling. The realm of counseling can seem challenging to navigate when viewed in light of the Christian obligation to obey all of God's commands. Within the life of a local church, pastors often find themselves counseling church members or local folks in their neighborhoods and/or towns. There are many issues that pastors (and others) face in the counseling room. But how should the Law of God factor in to these discussions? How should the Gospel inform these conversations...
2025-09-3047 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE227: History of Church Music, Pt. 2 (with Andrew Pressley)In this epsiode, Duffey is joined again by Andrew Pressley for a discussion on the history of music throughout the ages. This is epsiode Part 2 of a 2-part series and considers the music of the Protestant Reformation up to the Modern era. This episode is aimed offering a wide-angle lens on church music history and seeks to provide awareness of the presence of vast differences of style and tradition. They seek to navigate the difficult conversation of what kind of music is appropriate in church settings? How have Christians thought about this issue in the past? How are we...
2025-09-2346 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE226: Systematic Theology, Doctrine of God (with Patrick Covington)This episode continues a mini series in systematic theology. For this episode, Duffey is joined by Patrick Covington to discuss questions like: What is the doctrine of God? Does God exist? What is God? Who is God? What is the trinity? How can God be both one and three?  For further study, see the resources provided below: Video R. C. Sproul https://youtu.be/Bj6mZiRRuUU?feature=shared  https://youtu.be/Sh72wgZEcKk?feature=shared  Articles  Ligonier Ministries https://learn.ligonier.org/articles/reformed-doctrine-god  https://learn.ligonier.org/articles/doctrine-god-recommended-reading   
2025-09-1647 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendSpecial Edition: Believers' Baptism with James Renihan (Sept 2025)In this month's special edition episode, Duffey interviews Dr. James Renihan on the biblical defense for believers baptism. Dr. Renihan has spent much of 2025 travelling to various churches in order to deliver this material over the course of several hours in conference format. In this episode, he offers a condesensed form of his larger presentation. --------------------------- James Renihan, PhD President, Professor of Historical Theology at International Reformed Baptist Seminary After a ministry of church planting in central Massachusetts, Dr. James Renihan and his family moved to Escondido, CA in 1998 to begin serving...
2025-09-1256 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE225: Biblical thoughts on natural disasters and the recent Kerrville, TX floodsIn this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss the recent flooding in Kerrville, TX which resulted in the loss of many lives (adult and children). How are Christians to rightly think about the destructive nature of natural disasters and the loss of human life? Where is God in times of crisis? Why doesn't God prevent these types of tragic events?
2025-09-0932 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE224: Book Club #2, Spurgeon the Pastor (Chpt. 1)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 1 (pp. 11-41). If you'd like to read along, you may purchase a copy here:  Geoff Chang, Spurgeon The Pastor 
2025-09-0240 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE223: History of Church Music, Pt. 1 (with Andrew Pressley)In this epsiode, Duffey is joined by Andrew Pressley for a discussion on the history of music throughout the ages. This is epsiode Part 1 and considers the music of the Early Church and into the Middle Ages (the Medieval Church). On this epsiode, they try to address questions and common concerns like: How can God's people today think well about the music of the church? How can we think well about form and style of music in the church? How can we think better about instrumentation and accompaniment in church music today? Should we use instruments in worship...
2025-08-2638 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE222: Systematic Theology, Introduction (with Patrick Covington)This episode begins a new mini-series on the importance of systematic theology. For this episode, Duffey is joined by Patrick Covington to discuss questions like: What is systematic theology? Why should I care about systematic theology? Is systematic theology practical and useful? How can the study of systematic theology serve our spiritual growth in Christ? For further study, see the resources provided below: Video R. C. Sproul https://youtu.be/bIRbcmVC1Q0?feature=shared  Articles Paul Smalley https://learn.ligonier.org/articles/is-systematic-theology-helpful  Scott Swain https://www.crossway.org/articles/10-things-you-should-know-about-systematic-theology/?srsltid=Af...
2025-08-1937 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendSpecial Edition: "The Christ Key" with Chad Bird (August 2025)In this episode, Duffey interviews pastor, author, and theologian Chad Bird. Chad has a growing audience in the social media world through his content dealing with issues in biblical studies, biblical Hebrew, the Old Testement, and a Christ-centered view of the whole Bible. His podcast "40 Minutes in the Old Testament" has a growing audience as well. In this episode, we discuss one of his books titled "The Christ Key" where he helps the reader navigate the Old Testament with Christian eyes. You may check out Chad's books here: https://shop.1517.org/collections/chad-bird   A...
2025-08-1544 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE221: Why should Christians today be familiar with the Nicene Creed?In this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss the Council of Nicaea (A.D. 325) and the Nicene Creed. This year marks the 1,700th anniversary of the this church council. What do Christians believe about the doctrine of trinity? What do we believe about the person of Christ? The Nicene Creed serves as the classic statement and the orthodox guideline for biblical teaching on the Christian doctrine of God. After listening to the episode, see below for recommended further listening/study. Mark Dever, sermon on the Council of Nicaea https://www.capitolhillbaptist.org/sermon/nicea-true-god-from-god/  Gavin Ortlund, exposition of the Ni...
2025-08-1246 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE220: Book Club #1, Spurgeon the PastorJason and Duffey begin to 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 serves as an introduction to the book club, and it covers the book's "Introduction" (pp. 1-10). If you'd like to read along, you may purchase a copy here:  Geoff Chang, Spurgeon The Pastor 
2025-08-0546 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE219: How should we think about the divorces in Ezra 9 and 10?In this epsiode, Jason and Duffey consider a Bible question from the book of Ezra. they discuss questions like: How should we think about the divorces that were called for by Ezra in chapter 10? Were they legitimate? Did God's word demand that these divorces must take place? Or did Ezra go too far? Are there implications from this passage that we can draw from today in our 21st century context?  Several online resources that are recommended for further reading by Jason and Duffey are listed below. https://learn.ligonier.org/devotionals/problem-of-intermarriage  https://learn.ligonier.org/de...
2025-05-2742 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE218: What is the weekly service preview?In this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss the weekly service preview that is sent to all of BBC's members each Thursday. The service preview is designed and intended to provide a discipleship resource for equipping the saints in order to make the most out of the upcoming Lord's Day worship service.
2025-05-1343 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE217: Local Pastors Talk, The Pastor and CounselingIn this episode of Local Pastors Talk, Jason leads a discussing on the pastor as counselor. For this discussion, he is joined by three other local pastors from the Emory, TX area. Together they cover questions like: Are pastors obligated to provide counsel to others? What can pastoral counseling look like in the life a church? Are there difficulties and/or dangers in pastoral counselling? Should pastors have connections outside the church for referrals in more extreme cases? Should pastors cooperate with other local pastors in a given community toward the end of assisting one another in the...
2025-04-2949 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE216: Depression w/Morris BeeneOur friend Morris Beene is back with us for another episode as we discuss issues relating to biblical counseling within the life of the church. For this conversation, we try to help you think biblically about depression. This episode considers questions like: What does the Bible say about depression? How can the Bible help address depression? Is depression real? Can depression be overcome?
2025-04-1538 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE215: Informal Counseling w/Morris BeeneIn this episode, Duffey and Jason are joined with a returning quest of the podcast, Morris Beene. Here, they discuss informal counseling within the life of the local church. Formal counseling has its place, and is necessary, but all Christians engage other Christians informally all the time in conversation. This episode is aimed at helping us all have more meaningful, intentional conversations with our fellow believers.
2025-04-0133 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE214: How Can Doctrine Assist Our Evangelism?For the final epsiode in our series on evangelism, Jason and Duffey discuss several theological issues relating to it. Some of the topics they cover are regeneration, conversion, who God is is, and how He works in salvation. This episode is aimed at helping us all to think theologically and biblically about evangelism. 
2025-03-2523 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE213: What Is Contact Evangelism?This episode is another entry in our series on evangelism. Jason and Duffey discuss contact evangelism. They talk about what contact evangelism is and ways that Christians may be more confident in one-on-one evangelistic encounters. They explore answers to common practical questions like: How should we think rightly about encounters with unbelievers? How should we think rightly about presenting the gospel to an unbeliever? What sort of expectations should we have? Are there helpful strategies for our evangelistic encounters?
2025-03-1830 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE212: What Is The Gospel?In this mini-series on evangelism, Jason and Duffey discuss the question of what exactly do we mean by "the gospel"? They answer the question by first looking at what is not the gospel. Then they discuss what the gospel is. In sum, "the gospel" is the message of good news about Jesus Christ. So, the aim of this episode is to clear away clutter that so often gets brought into the discussion of the gospel as it pertains to personal evangelism.
2025-03-1135 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE211: What About Evangelism?In this week's episode, Jason and Duffey discuss the topic of evangelism. Evangelism is an important part of the life of every Christian, but it often comes with feelings of guilt, inadequacy, and even apathy. The purpose of this conversation is to help the listener think through common questions like: What if I don't feel equipped to evangelize? What if I don't have a desire to evangelize? What if I am discouraged in my evangelism?
2025-03-0427 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE210: The Scottish Covenanters w/ Mack TomlinsonJason and Duffey are joined by a returning guest to the podcast. Mack Tomlinson is an author and long-time pastor at Providence Chapel, Denton, TX. In this episode he shares about his upcoming book on the sufferings and supernaturalism of the 17th century Scottish Covenanters (soon to be published).   Click the link to read his articles published with Banner Of Truth: https://banneroftruth.org/us/resource-author/tomlinson-mack/?srsltid=AfmBOoq7hba-3mhTJLBCGKrgidpqCpNn0MaGqfR5PaXQPssPKdecTHwl 
2025-02-1853 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE209: 2025 Marriage Conference PromoIn this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss the upcoming marriage weekender titled "This Momentary Marriage" taking place at Believers' Baptist Church, February 14-15, 2025. Jason introduces and offers an overview of the weekend.
2025-02-0437 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE208: Local Pastors Talk, The Call To Vocational MinistryIn this episode of Local Pastors Talk, Jason discusses the pastor's call to ministry. He is joined by three other local pastors from the Emory, TX area. They cover questions like: What if am called to the ministry? How can I know I am called to ministry? Are there helps in discerning a call to ministry? What is it like to surrender to a call to ministry? Episode guests: Pastor Robert Burns (Miracle Faith Baptist Church, Emory, TX) Pastor David Banks (Emory Methodist Church, Emory, TX) Pastor Richard Kellam (Point Church of Christ, Point, TX)
2025-01-211h 02Asking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE207: What About Bible Reading Plans?Jason and Duffey kick off the new year of 2025 with an episode discussing the challenges and benefits of personal Bible reading plans.
2025-01-0736 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE206: Our Sympathetic High Priest, An Implication Of The Incarnation, Pt. 2In this epsiode, Jason and Duffey discuss the mystery of the incarnation of Christ. What is the significance of the incarnation? What does it mean that God became man? This episode is Part 2 of a 2-Part series.
2024-12-2425 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE205: Our Sympathetic High Priest, An Implication Of The Incarnation, Pt. 1In this epsiode, Jason and Duffey discuss the mystery of the incarnation of Christ. What is the significance of the incarnation? What does it mean that God became man? This episode is Part 1 of a 2-Part series.
2024-12-1032 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE204: Respectable Sins, UnthankfulnessIn this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss a chaper from Jerry Bridges' book Respectable Sins; in particular, the sin of unthankfulness. This conversation centers around the Christian's obligation to give God thanks in all circumstances in life.
2024-11-2640 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE203: Respectable Sins, UngodlinessIn this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss chapter 7 of Jerry Bridges' book, Respectable Sins. This chapter is titled "Ungodliness."
2024-11-1237 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE202: Local Pastors Talk, Grief/Crisis MinistryIn this episode of Local Pastors Talk, Jason and Duffey discuss the pastor's role in ministering to the grieving. They are joined by two other local pastors in the Emory, TX area as they consider the responsibilites and challenges involved. Episode guests: Pastor Robert Burns (Miracle Faith Baptist Church, Emory, TX) Pastor David Banks (Emory Methodist Church, Emory, TX)
2024-10-291h 03Asking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE201: Respectable Sins, Intro, Pt. 2Jason and Duffey further discuss the opening chapters of Jerry Bridges' modern classic, Respectable Sins. Among other things, this episode covers the Holy Spirit's role in sanctification and several practical steps in fighting sin.
2024-10-1532 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE200: 200 Eps.! / Respectable Sins, IntroductionIn its 200th episode, Jason and Duffey reminisce about the history of the Asking For A Friend podcast and celebrate God's work in using the podcast to benefit many in our local church and beyond. They also introduce a new segment for Fall 2024 where they will discusss a book by Jerry Bridges titled 'Respectable Sins'.
2024-10-0138 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE199: Local Pastors Talk, FriendshipIn this episode of Local Pastors Talk, Jason discusses the importance of friendship in the life of the pastor and in the local church. He is joined by three other local pastors in the Emory, TX area as they consider how friendship is a necessary component in the life of every pastor. Episode guests: Pastor Robert Burns Pastor David Banks Pastor Richard Kellum
2024-09-171h 02Asking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE198: Welcome Back! A New Podcast Season Begins (Fall 2024)Jason and Duffey welcome listeners back after taking a break over Summer 2024. Now, kicking things off for Fall 2024, the guys give a preview of what is to come in future episodes. Stay tuned for more God-honoring content for the local church!
2024-09-0327 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE197: Typological Interpretation w/Tyler MillikenIn this episode on biblical hermeneutics, Duffey discusses typological interpretation with Tyler Milliken. This interpretive method for studying the Bible helps us to see the unity of the Bible as types in the Old Testament are fulfilled in their antitypes in the New Testament. This continues the series from Tyler and the 5-Fold hermeneutic.
2024-07-0230 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE196: Redemptive-Historical Interpretation w/Tyler MillikenIn this episode, Duffey and Tyler discuss biblical hermeneutics and Redemptive-Historical interpretation. This continues the series from Tyler and the 5-Fold hermeneutic.
2024-06-2522 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE195: Gideon's Fleece, Pt. 2 (Judges 6)In part 2 of a 2-part series, Jason and Duffey discuss the story of Gideon in Judges 6. They walk through the story providing commentary and helpful thoughts on how it should be read and understand. Does the story of "Gideon's fleece" warrant the putting out of fleeces before God today? Is this story a helpful guide for Christians today in seeking the will of God for their lives? In this episode, they answer these questions and more.
2024-06-1828 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE194: Gideon's Fleece, Pt. 1 (Judges 6)In part 1 of a 2-part series, Jason and Duffey discuss the story of Gideon in Judges 6. They walk through the story providing commentary and helpful thoughts on how it should be read and understand. Does the story of "Gideon's fleece" warrant the putting out of fleeces before God today? Is this story a helpful guide for Christians today in seeking the will of God for their lives? In this episode, they answer these questions and more.
2024-06-1125 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE193: Marriage to an Unbelieving Spouse (Biblical Counseling) w/Morris BeeneMorris Beene returns as a guest to discuss biblical counseling and marriage to an unbelieving spouse. Morris has been in the practice of biblical counseling since the 1980s and he brings helpful wisdom to bear on the issue.
2024-06-0441 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE192: Practical Helps in Dealing With Anxiety (Biblical Counseling) w/Morris BeeneMorris Beene returns as a guest to discuss biblical counseling and anxiety. Morris has been in the practice of biblical counseling since the 1980s and he brings helpful wisdom to bear on the issue.
2024-05-2840 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE191: Practical Helps in Dealing With Anger (Biblical Counseling) w/Morris BeeneMorris Beene returns as a guest to discuss biblical counseling and anger. Morris has been in the practice of biblical counseling since the 1980s and he brings helpful wisdom to bear on the issue.
2024-05-2134 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE190: The Sufficiency of Scripture (N.M.S., Ep. 10)In another episode in the New Members Series, Jason and Duffey discuss BBC's doctrinal distinctive titled, "The Sufficiency of Scripture." Our church distinctives page can be found here.
2024-05-1443 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE189: Misused Bible Verses, James 5:13-18In another epsiode tackling "tough texts," Jason and Duffey discuss James 5:13-18. This passage has caused confusion surrounding the use and purpose of prayer in the life of those who are suffering. Here, they discuss how we can think carefully about this passage, its interpretation, and its application for us today.
2024-05-0743 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE188: A Biblical Perspective on SufferingIn this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss what the Bible says about suffering and the life of the Christian. In anticipation of next week's epsiode on James 5, this will serve as helpful biblical context for our following episode, E189.
2024-04-3026 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE187: A Biblical Understanding of Deacons (N.M.S. Ep. 9)In another episode for our New Members Series, Duffey talks with two of BBC's deacons, Cole Middleton and David Brendle. Here, they discuss the biblical precedent and expectations for deacons within the life of the local church.
2024-04-2336 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE186: More on CongregationalismIn this episode, Jason and Duffey further discuss congregationalism in a follow-up conversation to our previous interview with pastor Michael Lawrence. Here, the guys discuss some common objections to congregationalism and also talk about the church member's "job responsibilities." (Be sure to listen to Ep. 185 before listening to this one for necessary context.)
2024-04-1640 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE185: What is Congregationalism? w/Michael LawrenceIn this episode, Duffey and Jason interview Dr. Michael Lawrence about "congregationalism." This is an important conversation because Believers' Baptist Church is a congregational church. In this episode, topics discussed are church leadership/government, the congregation's authority, church membership, church discipline, and etc. from a biblical and Baptist perspective.   About our guest: Michael Lawrence (PhD, University of Cambridge; MDiv, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary; BA, Duke University) is lead pastor of Hinson Baptist Church in Portland, Oregon, and is a Council member of The Gospel Coalition. He is the author of several books, including Biblical T...
2024-04-0959 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE184: Theological Interpretation with Tyler J. MillikenIn this episode, Duffey discusses "theological interpretation" as the next layer in a well-rounded hermeneutic with Tyler Milliken. Listen in for a helpful and introductory conversation on the matter!   To watch this episode on YouTube, click here: https://youtu.be/G0pmgj85wzk 
2024-04-0232 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE183: The Grammatical-Historical Hermeneutic with Tyler MillikenIn this episode, Duffey discusses the "grammatical-historical hermeneutic" with Tyler Milliken. Listen in for a helpful and introductory conversation on the matter!   To watch this episode on Youtube, click here: https://youtu.be/tp-9OcZOTMU 
2024-03-2624 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE182: 9Marks Weekender for Pastors RecapRecently, Jason, Kyle, and Duffey went to a 9Marks Weekender Pastors Conference in Austin, TX. It was a blessing for them offering great encouragement and good reminders. Listen in to catch a synopsis of the weekend from Jason and Duffey.   9Marks https://www.9marks.org/ 
2024-03-1936 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE181: Misused Bible Verses, Romans 8:28In this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss a familiar Bible verse that many Christians love and cherish. Romans 8:28 provides much comfort to the Christian in this life that often brings difficulty, pain, and heartache. How should we think rightly about this verse? How does this verse apply to me or others? Who does this verse apply to? The guys consider these questions and more in the episode.
2024-03-1231 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE180: Church Discipline, Pt. 2 (N.M.S. Ep. 8)In this episode (Part 2), Jason, Duffey, and Kyle discuss church discipline. Church discipline is a biblical practice that is often misunderstood, abused, or rejected altogether. It is also a mark of a biblically healthy church. Here, the guys talk about the biblical basis for it, practical challenges, and member care throughout the process of church discipline when the need arises.
2024-03-0532 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE179: Church Discipline, Pt. 1 (N.M.S. Ep. 7)In this episode, Jason, Duffey, and Kyle discuss church discipline. Church discipline is a biblical practice that is often misunderstood, abused, or rejected altogether. It is also a mark of a biblically healthy church. Here, the guys talk about the biblical basis for it, practical challenges, and member care throughout the process of church discipline when the need arises.
2024-02-2726 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE178:"The Indomitable Brainerds" with Mack TomlinsonIn light of BBC's annual February missions emphasis, Jason and Duffey interview Pastor Mack Tomlinson about his recent book, The Indomitable Brainerds with Reformation Heritage Books. In his book, Tomlinson recounts the life and legacy of the Brainerd brothers, David and John. These brothers were American missionaries to northern Indian tribes in the mid-1700s.   ------------------------------------ Mack Tomlinson was ordained to the gospel ministry in 1977 in his home church of First Baptist Church of Clarendon, Texas. He holds a BA degree in New Testament from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas and has done gr...
2024-02-2040 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE177: Why should I study church history? (Pt. 2)In this 2-part series, Jason and Duffey discuss how important it is for Christians to be knowledgeable about church history. Church history is the story of God's people, the church, throughout the last 2,000 years and it traces God's providential and preserving hand through it all. So, should you study church history? Yes! Here, in this episode and the next, 6 reasons are given as to why every Christian should study church history.
2024-02-1341 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE176: Why should I study church history? (Pt. 1)In this 2-part series, Jason and Duffey discuss how important it is for Christians to be knowledgeable about church history. Church history is the story of God's people, the church, throughout the last 2,000 years and it traces God's providential and preserving hand through it all. So, should you study church history? Yes! Here, in this episode and the next, 6 reasons are given as to why every Christian should study church history.
2024-02-0632 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE175: The Sovereignty of God in Salvation, Pt. 2 (N.M.S. Ep. 6)In this episode, Jason, Patrick, and Duffey discuss a BBC distinctive titled "The Sovereignty of God in Salvation." (This is part 2 of a 2-part episode.) They raise relevant issues surrounding this topic and treat it from a pastoral point of view. This episode is directed at prospective or new church members and is intended to be a helpful supplement to the New Members' Class.
2024-01-3040 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE174: The Sovereignty of God in Salvation, Pt. 1 (N.M.S. Ep. 5)In this episode, Jason, Patrick, and Duffey discuss a BBC distinctive titled "The Sovereignty of God in Salvation." They raise relevant issues surrounding this topic and treat it from a pastoral point of view. This episode is directed at prospective or new church members and is intended to be a helpful supplement to the New Members' Class.
2024-01-2332 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE173: What is it like growing up as a pastor’s kid?This episode features two guests of the podcast, Brady and Bree Allie Rolen, pastor Jason's kids. Duffey and Jason facilitate a conversation around what it was like for them growing up as children of a full-time pastor. This is a fun, lively conversation that you don't want to miss!
2024-01-1648 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE172: Misused Bible Verses, Psalm 46:10In this episode, Duffey and Jason discuss a commonly misused and misunderstood Bible verse, Psalm 46:10. Here, they discuss the context of Psalm 46 as a unit and then suggest how it can be faithfully interpreted and applied. Tune in for a quick dive into the Word of God!
2024-01-0932 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE171: Hermeneutics, The Basics w/ Tyler J. Milliken (Pt. 2)In this miniseries, Duffey interviews Tyler J. Milliken on sound, biblical hermeneutics. "Hermeneutics" is the science or process of biblical interpretation. This episode is made in conjunction with Believers' Bible Institute.
2023-11-2830 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE170: Misused Bible Verses, Proverbs 22:6In this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss a familiar bible verse as it relates to children, parenting, and family life. Does God promise parents a result of "good children" if parents do their part in training faithfully? Does this verse offer a guarantee or a general principle?
2023-11-2138 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE169: ACBC Recap and BBCC Ministry Update (Pt. 2)In this episode (Part 2), Duffey, Jason, and Jerod & Whtiney Haygood discuss a recent conference they attended together. They also discuss Believers' Baptist's new Biblical Counseling Center and ways that others may support and be involved in the ministry.   Helpful Links: For more information about Believers' Baptist Counseling Center, see this link: https://www.bbcemory.org/believersbiblicalcounselingcenter For information about the Association of Certifed Biblical Counselors, see this link: https://biblicalcounseling.com/
2023-11-1429 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE168: ACBC Recap and BBCC Ministry Update (Pt. 1)In this episode, Duffey, Jason, and Jerod & Whtiney Haygood discuss a recent conference they attended together. They also discuss Believers' Baptist's new Biblical Counseling Center and ways that others may support and be involved in the ministry.   Helpful Links: For more information about Believers' Baptist Counseling Center, see this link: https://www.bbcemory.org/believersbiblicalcounselingcenter For information about the Association of Certifed Biblical Counselors, see this link: https://biblicalcounseling.com/
2023-11-0724 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE167: Hermeneutics, The Basics w/ Tyler J. Milliken (Pt. 1)In this miniseries, Duffey interviews Tyler J. Milliken on sound, biblical hermeneutics. "Hermeneutics" is the science or process of biblical interpretation. This episode is made in conjunction with Believers' Bible Institute.
2023-10-3132 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE166: Thinking biblically about the recent attack on IsraelIn this episode, Jason and Duffey briefly discuss a recent current event that has everybody talking: the recent attack on the nation of Israel. Among other things, they discuss biblical worldview as the proper starting point for thinking rightly about all that has happened. Should we pray for Israel? How should we pray? Is this event a "signpost" helping us navigate the "endtimes?" Is the end near? Regarding these types of questions, Pastor Jason offers some helpful commentary and thoughts.
2023-10-2432 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE165: Guest Interview, Amy Davison (Mama Bear Apologetics)In this episode, Duffey interviews one of the speakers on the Mama Bear Apologetics team, Amy Davison. For information about their ministry, check out their website here: https://mamabearapologetics.com/ 
2023-10-1741 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE164: Who is Martin Luther? (O.D.G. Ep. 6)In this edition of the Old Dead Guys Series, Jason and Duffey discuss a key figure from the the sixteenth century Protestant Reformation. Here, we consider the life and legacy of the famous German reformer, Martin Luther.   Further resources: Luther Documentary "Here I Stand" / Luther Biography by Roland Bainton "The Unquenchable Flame" / Introduction to the Reformation by Michael Reeves
2023-10-1039 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE163: What does it mean to ”grieve the Holy Spirit?”In this episode, Duffey and Jason consider an interesting passage taken from Ephesians 4:30. They seek to bring clarity to the Apostle Paul's warning to Christians not to "grieve the Holy Spirit."
2023-10-0330 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE162: Biblical Hermeneutics 101 w/guest Tyler J. Milliken (Ep. 1)In this new miniseries, Duffey interviews Tyler J. Milliken on sound, biblical hermeneutics. "Hermeneutics" is the science or process of biblical interpretation. This episode is made in conjunction with Believers' Bible Institute.
2023-09-2630 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE161: Biblical Eldership (N.M.S. Ep. 4)In this edition of the New Members Series, Patrick Covington and Kyle Slaymaker sit down with Duffey to discuss another of Believers' Baptist Church's theological distinctives: Biblical eldership. This episode is designed to supplement the new members class held twice per year for prospective members desiring church membership at BBC.
2023-09-1931 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE160: Who is Martyn Lloyd-Jones? (O.D.G. Ep. 5)In this latest edition of the Old Dead Guys Series, Jason and Duffey discuss the life and legacy of Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones. Lloyd-Jones, a native of Wales, pastored at the famous Westminster Chapel in London, England throughout the 1940s-1960s. His preaching and teaching ministry had a global impact and he remains an important figure even today.   To listen to Lloyd-Jones' sermon audio archive, click the link below: https://www.mljtrust.org/  To watch the wonderful documentary entitled "Logic on Fire" click the link below: https://www.mediagratiae.org/log...
2023-09-1235 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE159: What is the crown of life?Season 4 of the Asking For A Friend podcast kicks off with a "Bible Question" from James 1:12. In this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss the question "What is the crown of life?"
2023-09-0533 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE158: Guest Interview, Dr. James R. WhiteIn this edition of our "Interview Series," we are priviledged to have Dr. James R. White on to discuss several topics. Dr. White is Founder and Director of Alpha & Omega Ministries, a global apologetics ministry celebrating 40 years in 2023.   To learn more about Alpha & Omega Ministries, click here: https://www.aomin.org/aoblog/ 
2023-07-041h 18Asking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE157: Truth or Territory - A Guest Interview with Pastor Jim OsmanIn this unique episode, Duffey interviews pastor Jim Osman about one his recent books entitled "Truth or Territory". This book makes the case for the application of the sufficiency of Scripture in the life a believer regarding spiritual warfare. Pastor Osman tackles tricky issues like: What is spiritual warfare? How should we think rightly about Satan and his tactics? Is what the Bible teaches us sufficient for engaging in spiritual warfare? Have we missed the point of Paul's illustration of the "armor of God" in Ephesians 6? We hope this episode is helpful to you. Below are some...
2023-06-2052 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE156: Israel Trip RecapIn this episode, Jason Rolen and Linda Brindle talk about the recent BBC trip to Israel.
2023-06-0639 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE155: What is the Lord’s Supper? (N.M.S. Ep. 3)In this new mini-series-- the "New Members Series"-- within the life of the podcast, the fundamentals of the faith along with the distinctives of Believers' Baptist Church will be discussed. The purpose of the series is to provide content specifically for new Christians as well as prospective or new members to our own congregation.   For further listening, we recommend this podcast from the *Theocast Podcast: https://theocast.org/what-happened-to-communion/ (There are even more resources on the Theocast page if you follow the link.)   *Disclaimer: We are indebted to th...
2023-05-3042 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE154: What is Baptism? (N.M.S. Ep. 2)In this new mini-series-- the "New Members Series"-- within the life of the podcast, the fundamentals of the faith along with the disctinctives of Believers' Baptist Church will be discussed. The purpose of the series is to provide content specifically for new Christians as well as prospective or new members to our own congregation.   For further listening, we recommend this podcast from the *Theocast Podcast: https://theocast.org/what-happened-to-baptism/    *Disclaimer: We are indebted to the faithful work of Jon Moffitt and Justin Perdue of Theocast.org along with their episodes on...
2023-05-2336 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE153: Who is Charles H. Spurgeon? (O.D.G. Ep. 4)In another installment of "The Old Dead Guys Series," Jason and Duffey discuss renowned 19th century English Baptist preacher, Charles Haddon Spurgeon.    ------------------------------------------ To ask a question for the podcast: 1. Go to www.bbcemory.org. 2. Click on the media tab. 3. Scroll down until you see Asking for a Friend. There you will find the box to ask a question.
2023-05-1641 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE152: What is Biblical Womanhood?In this round-table discussion, we cover womanhood from a biblical perspective. Three BBC members--Linda Brendle, Natalie Slaymaker, and Trisha Alexander--join Duffey for this important and much needed conversation. This episode is recorded in light of the upcoming Mother's Day 2023.
2023-05-091h 07Asking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE151: Thinking Better About the National Day of PrayerIn this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss the annual National Day of Prayer and how Christians can think better about it. They consider questions like: Should Christians pray for a revival in America? Does God promise to bring a national revival? How should we pray for our country and its leadership?
2023-05-0235 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE150: 25 Years of God’s FaithfulnessIn this special episode, Pastor Jason Rolen gives a brief history of the first 25 years of Believers' Baptist Church's history. This episode marks the week of Believers' 25th Anniversary! All glory to God for His faithfulness!
2023-04-2546 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE149: Passion Week According To The PlanIn this follow-up episode, continuing on themes surrounding Easter, Tyler Milliken discusses specific Old Testament prophecies fullfied in the "Passion Week" of Jesus. Key texts considered in this episode are the Upper Room Discourse in John's gospel account, Psalm 34, and Exodus 12.    ------------------------------------------ To ask a question for the podcast: 1. Go to www.bbcemory.org. 2. Click on the media tab. 3. Scroll down until you see Asking for a Friend. There you will find the box to ask a question.
2023-04-2027 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE148: CovCon Debrief w/DuffeyIn this episode, Jason interviews Duffey about a recent conference he attended. Duffey attended "Covenant Conference" put on by Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY at the end of March 2023. The conference themed around the "regulative principle" of worship.   ------------------------------------------ To ask a question for the podcast: 1. Go to www.bbcemory.org. 2. Click on the media tab. 3. Scroll down until you see Asking for a Friend. There you will find the box to ask a question.
2023-04-1136 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE147: The Resurrection in the Gospel of JohnIn this episode Duffey speaks with a guest to the podcast, Tyler J. Milliken. Tyler is a recent doctoral graduate from Westminster Theological Seminary and studied under the renowned Dr. G. K. Beale. He did his doctoral work in the some of the New Testament writings of the Apostle John. In light of Easter Sunday fast approaching, the topic of discussion for this episode is the resurrection of Jesus in John's Gospel account along with its significance for us today! ------------------------------------------ To ask a question for the podcast: 1. Go to www.bbcemory.org.
2023-04-0425 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE146: What is Faith@Home?In this epsiode, Duffey and Jerod discuss one of BBC's discipleship resources, Faith@Home. The resources here are made available to church members and the local community. Take a listen to learn about BBC's book store!   ------------------------------------------ To ask a question for the podcast: 1. Go to www.bbcemory.org. 2. Click on the media tab. 3. Scroll down until you see Asking for a Friend. There you will find the box to ask a question.
2023-03-2828 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE145: Who is John Calvin? (O.D.G. Ep. 3)In this installment of the "Old Dead Guys" series, Jason and Duffey introduce listeners to the great French, 16th century protestant reformer, John Calvin. Calvin's influence and legacy certainly lives on today in many protestant and evangelical deminonations. His return to the faithful, regular exposition of the Bible and a renewed emphasis on glory of God to be displayed in all ares of life are what propelled Calvin in his pastoral efforts and writings. Join the guys as they take you on a past-paced journey through the life and ministry of John Calvin, the Genevan Reformer.  
2023-03-2136 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE144: Let The Little Children Come: A Guest Interview with Dr. Scott AniolIn this episode, Duffey and Jerod interview Dr. Scott Aniol of G3 Ministries on the subject of family worship and families within the local church context. This episode is aimed at encouragement and help in navigating the waters of being a Christian family and raising children in the nutrure and admonition of the Lord. Below are some helpful links in connecting further with Dr. Aniol.   The Asking For A Friend Podcast website https://bbcemory.podbean.com/ Scott's personal website https://www.scottaniol.com/ Scott's blogs/articles https://g3min.org/blogs/s...
2023-03-1450 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE143: What about church membership? (N.M.S. Ep. 1)In this episode, with an aim to supplement BBC's new member class, Jason and Duffey discuss the pressing question, "What about church membership?" They address the ever-present question, "Why should I join a church?" We hope the conversation is a blessing to you! ------------------------------------------ To ask a question for the podcast: 1. Go to www.bbcemory.org. 2. Click on the media tab. 3. Scroll down until you see Asking for a Friend. There you will find the box to ask a question.
2023-03-0730 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE142: Who is Adoniram Judson? Pt. 2 (O.D.G. Ep. 2)Here in Part 2, Jason and Duffey finish giving a brief history on the life, ministry, and legacy of Adoniram Judson. ------------------------------------------ To ask a question for the podcast: 1. Go to www.bbcemory.org. 2. Click on the media tab. 3. Scroll down until you see Asking for a Friend. There you will find the box to ask a question.
2023-02-2825 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE141: Who is Adoniram Judson? Pt. 1 (O.D.G. Ep. 2)In this edition of the "Old Dead Guys" series, Jason and Duffey discuss the life and ministry, and legacy of American foreign missionary, Adoniram Judson. This epsiode in particular is part BBC's missions emphasis month in February 2023. Also, don't miss next week's episode as the guys finish the conversation. ------------------------------------------ To ask a question for the podcast: 1. Go to www.bbcemory.org. 2. Click on the media tab. 3. Scroll down until you see Asking for a Friend. There you will find the box to ask a question.
2023-02-2124 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE140: What Is Biblical Missions?In this episode, Jason and Duffey discuss the question "What is biblical missions?" This epsiode is part of our church's February missions emphasis month. We hope this episode helps you to think better and more biblically about global missions and the Great Commission. ------------------------------------------ To ask a question for the podcast: 1. Go to www.bbcemory.org. 2. Click on the media tab. 3. Scroll down until you see Asking for a Friend. There you will find the box to ask a question.
2023-02-1441 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE139: Marriage and Valentine’s Day: An interview with Kyle and Natalie SlaymakerIn this special edition of the Asking For A Friend Podcast, Duffey interviews one Kyle (a BBC elder) and Natalie Slaymaker on the topic "Marriage and Valentine's Day." They discuss things like: Is Valentine's Day something that Christians should embrace or avoid? How should Christians think about this day? Is it important for a healthy marriage? What is important for a healthy marriage? How do we navigate cultural holidays from biblical perspective? With laughter and personal stories, this episode is aimed at encouragement to all married couples striving to make much of Christ in a culture that re...
2023-02-0730 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE138: What is family worship? (Pt. 2)In this episode, Duffey and Jerod discuss the topic of "family worship." This is Part 2 of a 2-part mini-series. They discuss questions surrounding the issue like, What is family worship? Is there biblical precedent for it? Where should I start? Are there any resources that can help me? What if I'm unsure what to do? What if I feel ill-equipped? Some helpful articles: https://founders.org/articles/some-methods-of-family-worship/  https://founders.org/articles/why-practice-family-worship/  https://founders.org/articles/five-benefits-of-regular-family-worship/  https://founders.org/articles/family-worship-for-dummies/    Some helpful books...
2023-01-3117 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE137: What is family worship? (Pt. 1)In this episode, Duffey and Jerod discuss the topic of "family worship." This is Part 1 of a 2-part mini-series. They discuss questions surrounding the issue like, What is family worship? Is there biblical precedent for it? Where should I start? Are there any resources that can help me? What if I'm unsure what to do? What if I feel ill-equipped? Some helpful articles: https://founders.org/articles/some-methods-of-family-worship/  https://founders.org/articles/why-practice-family-worship/  https://founders.org/articles/five-benefits-of-regular-family-worship/  https://founders.org/articles/family-worship-for-dummies/    Some helpful books...
2023-01-2437 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE136: Accomodation and Compromise - A guest interview with Tom AscolIn this episode, Duffey and Jason interview Pastor Tom Ascol, the Founder and President of Founders Ministries in Cape Coral, Florida. This dicussion centers around Pastor Ascol's small book published by Founders Press entitled "The Necessity of Accomodation and the Danger of Compromise." In this episode, the guys discuss the ever-present temptation of compromise when faced with doctrinal difficulty within the local church as well as the ever-present call of the pastor to accomodate whenever and wherever possible. Don't miss this great conversation with great wisdom from Pastor Ascol! Relvant links: https://truegraceofgod...
2023-01-1744 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE135: Who is John Bunyan? (O.D.G. Ep. 1)In this inaugural episode of our new "Old Dead Guys" series of podcasts, Jason and Duffey go back in time 300+ years to the 1600s and discuss the life, ministry, and timeless influence of the [Baptist] puritian, John Bunyan. The guys talk about the difficulties Bunyan faced by being arrested and jailed for illegal preaching under the Church of England's Act of Conformity. ------------------------------------------------------------ To ask a question for the podcast: 1. Go to www.bbcemory.org. 2. Click on the media tab. 3. Scroll down until you see Asking for a Friend...
2023-01-1036 minAsking For A Friend
Asking For A FriendE134: How should Christians think well about New Years resolutions?In this first episode of 2023, Jason and Duffey discuss the use and benefits (and a few cautions) of New Years resolutions from a biblical perspective. Listen in for a fun and lively conversation! Happy New Year to you! To ask a question for the podcast: 1. Go to www.bbcemory.org. 2. Click on the media tab. 3. Scroll down until you see Asking for a Friend. There you will find the box to ask a question.
2023-01-0334 min