

The Sword & The Trowel
Founders Ministries
The Sword & The Trowel is the weekly Founders Ministries podcast with Tom Ascol. New episodes drop every Tuesday.
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Aug 7, 2025 • 45min
TS&TT: Matthew Barrett: What Hath Nashville to do with Canterbury
Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden discuss the recent departure of Dr. Matthew Barrett from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, his becoming Anglican, and the lessons that we can learn.
Show Notes:Ready to plan your next event? Contact Lake Yale Baptist Conference Center: https://LYBCC.com
Register for the 2026 National Founders Conference - Make Disciples: https://founders.org/conference/
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Preorder "The Baptist Catechism": https://press.founders.org/shop/the-baptist-catechism/
Check out the Founders Study Center: https://study.founders.org/
Pre-Order "King of Kings": https://press.founders.org/shop/king-of-kings/
Shop the Founders Press Store: https://press.founders.org/
Become a part of the F.A.M. https://press.founders.org/fam/
The Institute of Public Theology: https://www.instituteofpublictheology.org/
Wield The Sword: https://founders.org/wieldthesword/
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Jul 31, 2025 • 49min
TS&TT: The 1689 Confession: Divine Providence (Part 1)
Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden continue in their series of walking through the 1689 Second London Baptist Confession of Faith. They begin their discussion of Chapter 5 on Divine Providence and the comfort that Christians should take in the doctrine of God's providence.
Show Notes:Ready to plan your next event? Contact Lake Yale Baptist Conference Center: https://LYBCC.com
Register for the 2026 National Founders Conference - Make Disciples: https://founders.org/conference/
Get 10% off Miller's Grove Soap with code "FOUNDERS": https://TheMillersGrove.com
Preorder "The Baptist Catechism": https://press.founders.org/shop/the-baptist-catechism/
Check out the Founders Study Center: https://study.founders.org/
Pre-Order "The 1689 in Rhyme": https://press.founders.org/shop/the-1689-in-rhyme/
Shop the Founders Press Store: https://press.founders.org/
Become a part of the F.A.M. https://press.founders.org/fam/
The Institute of Public Theology: https://www.instituteofpublictheology.org/
Wield The Sword: https://founders.org/wieldthesword/
Follow Founders Ministries:
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All Founders Ministries resources are copyrighted and any use and distribution must be approved by Founders Ministries.

Jul 24, 2025 • 47min
TS&TT: Shiplap & Millstones: Chip & Joanna Gaines Affirm Sin
Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden discuss the recent controversy involving Chip and Joanna Gaines and their new reality TV show. They talk about the need for Christians to maintain clarity in the face of sin and the role of the church in correcting these errors.
Show Notes:Ready to plan your next event? Contact Lake Yale Baptist Conference Center: https://LYBCC.com
Register for the 2025 Founders Pastors' Seminar: https://founders.org/pastorsseminar/
Get 10% off Miller's Grove Soap with code "FOUNDERS": https://TheMillersGrove.com
Order "Abstract of Systematic Theology": https://press.founders.org/shop/abstract-of-systematic-theology/
Register for the 2026 National Founders Conference - Make Disciples: https://founders.org/conference/
Pre-Order "King of Kings": https://press.founders.org/shop/king-of-kings/
Shop the Founders Press Store: https://press.founders.org/
Become a part of the F.A.M. https://press.founders.org/fam/
The Institute of Public Theology: https://www.instituteofpublictheology.org/
Wield The Sword: https://founders.org/wieldthesword/
Follow Founders Ministries:
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All Founders Ministries resources are copyrighted and any use and distribution must be approved by Founders Ministries.

Jul 16, 2025 • 46min
TS&TT: The Life and Ministry of John MacArthur
Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden discuss the impact that John MacArthur had on their lives and in the broader evangelical world. They also discuss the question many are asking, "Who will take his place?"
Show Notes:Ready to plan your next event? Contact Lake Yale Baptist Conference Center: https://LYBCC.com
Register for the 2026 National Founders Conference - Make Disciples: https://founders.org/conference/
Get 10% off Miller's Grove Soap with code "FOUNDERS": https://TheMillersGrove.com
Order "Abstract of Systematic Theology": https://press.founders.org/shop/abstract-of-systematic-theology/
Register for the 2025 Founders Pastors' Seminar: https://founders.org/pastorsseminar/
Pre-Order "The 1689 in Rhyme": https://press.founders.org/shop/the-1689-in-rhyme/
Shop the Founders Press Store: https://press.founders.org/
Become a part of the F.A.M. https://press.founders.org/fam/
The Institute of Public Theology: https://www.instituteofpublictheology.org/
Wield The Sword: https://founders.org/wieldthesword/
Follow Founders Ministries:
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All Founders Ministries resources are copyrighted and any use and distribution must be approved by Founders Ministries.

Jul 10, 2025 • 43min
TS&TT: Partnering Together in Global Missions
Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden welcome Paul David, President of ABWE (Association of Baptists for World Evangelism). They discuss the work of ABWE in global missions, how we should apply the Great Commission, and they share more about the exciting partnership between ABWE and Founders Seminary.
Show Notes:Ready to plan your next event? Contact Lake Yale Baptist Conference Center: https://LYBCC.com
Register for the 2025 Founders Pastors' Seminar: https://founders.org/pastorsseminar/
Get 10% off Miller's Grove Soap with code "FOUNDERS": https://TheMillersGrove.com
Pre-Order "King of Kings": https://press.founders.org/shop/king-of-kings/
Register for the 2026 National Founders Conference - Make Disciples: https://founders.org/conference/
Pre-Order "The 1689 in Rhyme": https://press.founders.org/shop/the-1689-in-rhyme/
Shop the Founders Press Store: https://press.founders.org/
Become a part of the F.A.M. https://press.founders.org/fam/
The Institute of Public Theology: https://www.instituteofpublictheology.org/
Wield The Sword: https://founders.org/wieldthesword/
Follow Founders Ministries:
Website: https://founders.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/FoundersMin/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FoundersMinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/foundersministries/
All Founders Ministries resources are copyrighted and any use and distribution must be approved by Founders Ministries.

Jul 3, 2025 • 39min
TS&TT: Forgiveness, Repentance, and Reconciliation
Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden discuss what is involved in forgiveness and reconciliation, and what role repentance plays in both. They address the perennial question of whether Christians are obligated to forgive those who have not repented.
Show Notes:Ready to plan your next event? Contact Lake Yale Baptist Conference Center: https://LYBCC.com
Register for the 2025 Founders Pastors' Seminar: https://founders.org/pastorsseminar/
Get 10% off Miller's Grove Soap with code "FOUNDERS": https://TheMillersGrove.com
Order "Abstract of Systematic Theology": https://press.founders.org/shop/abstract-of-systematic-theology/
Register for the 2026 National Founders Conference - Make Disciples: https://founders.org/conference/
Pre-Order "King of Kings": https://press.founders.org/shop/king-of-kings/
Shop the Founders Press Store: https://press.founders.org/
Become a part of the F.A.M. https://press.founders.org/fam/
The Institute of Public Theology: https://www.instituteofpublictheology.org/
Wield The Sword: https://founders.org/wieldthesword/
Follow Founders Ministries:
Website: https://founders.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/FoundersMin/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FoundersMinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/foundersministries/
All Founders Ministries resources are copyrighted and any use and distribution must be approved by Founders Ministries.

Jun 26, 2025 • 51min
TS&TT: The Christian in the Public Square
Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden welcome Pastor and Senator Dusty Deevers from Oklahoma. Senator Deevers give practical advice and guidance for how christians can engage in the public square and his survey of the local and national political landscape.
Show Notes:Ready to plan your next event? Contact Lake Yale Baptist Conference Center: https://LYBCC.com
Register for the 2026 National Founders Conference - Make Disciples: https://founders.org/conference/
Get 10% off Miller's Grove Soap with code "FOUNDERS": https://TheMillersGrove.com
Order "Abstract of Systematic Theology": https://press.founders.org/shop/abstract-of-systematic-theology/
Register for the 2025 Founders Pastors' Seminar: https://founders.org/pastorsseminar/
Pre-Order "King of Kings": https://press.founders.org/shop/king-of-kings/
Pre-Order "The 1689 in Rhyme": https://press.founders.org/shop/the-1689-in-rhyme/
Shop the Founders Press Store: https://press.founders.org/
Become a part of the F.A.M. https://press.founders.org/fam/
The Institute of Public Theology: https://www.instituteofpublictheology.org/
Wield The Sword: https://founders.org/wieldthesword/
Follow Founders Ministries:
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All Founders Ministries resources are copyrighted and any use and distribution must be approved by Founders Ministries.

Jun 19, 2025 • 54min
TS&TT: SBC 2025 Recap: Challenges and Encouragements
Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden welcome Pastor David Mitzenmacher from Grace Baptist Church. They discuss the recent Southern Baptist Convention in Dallas, the results of the important votes, the future of the SBC, and provide encouragements on why to continue on in the work.
Show Notes:Get a FREE Bag of Coffee from Squirrelly Joe's: https://SquirrellyJoes.com/Founders
Register for the 2026 National Founders Conference - Make Disciples: https://founders.org/conference/
Get 10% off Miller's Grove Soap with code "FOUNDERS": https://TheMillersGrove.com
Pre-Order "King of Kings": https://press.founders.org/shop/king-of-kings/
Register for the 2025 Founders Pastors' Seminar: https://founders.org/pastorsseminar/
Pre-Order "The 1689 in Rhyme": https://press.founders.org/shop/the-1689-in-rhyme/
Shop the Founders Press Store: https://press.founders.org/
Become a part of the F.A.M. https://press.founders.org/fam/
The Institute of Public Theology: https://www.instituteofpublictheology.org/
Wield The Sword: https://founders.org/wieldthesword/
Follow Founders Ministries:
Website: https://founders.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/FoundersMin/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FoundersMinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/foundersministries/
All Founders Ministries resources are copyrighted and any use and distribution must be approved by Founders Ministries.

Jun 12, 2025 • 48min
TS&TT: Founders Seminary Update with President Voddie Baucham
Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden welcome Dr. Voddie Baucham, founding president of Founders Seminary. They discuss the progress of Founders Seminary, changes to the Institute of Public Theology, and updates on Founders Ministries.
Show Notes:Get a FREE Bag of Coffee from Squirrelly Joe's: https://SquirrellyJoes.com/Founders
Pre-Order "Forsakers of the Fatherless": https://press.founders.org/shop/forsakers-of-the-fatherless/
Get 10% off Miller's Grove Soap with code "FOUNDERS": https://TheMillersGrove.com
Pre-Order "The 1689 in Rhyme": https://press.founders.org/shop/the-1689-in-rhyme/
Register for the 2025 Founders Pastors' Seminar: https://founders.org/pastorsseminar/
Pre-Order "King of Kings": https://press.founders.org/shop/king-of-kings/
Shop the Founders Press Store: https://press.founders.org/
Become a part of the F.A.M. https://press.founders.org/fam/
The Institute of Public Theology: https://www.instituteofpublictheology.org/
Wield The Sword: https://founders.org/wieldthesword/
Follow Founders Ministries:
Website: https://founders.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/FoundersMin/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FoundersMinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/foundersministries/
All Founders Ministries resources are copyrighted and any use and distribution must be approved by Founders Ministries.

Jun 5, 2025 • 39min
TS&TT: SBC 2025: The ERLC, Law Amendment, and Financial Transparency
Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden discuss the upcoming Southern Baptist Convention and the three big issues that will be addressed: abolishing the ERLC, the Law Amendment, and the need for financial transparency.
Show Notes:Get a FREE Bag of Coffee from Squirrelly Joe's: https://SquirrellyJoes.com/Founders
Pre-Order "Forsakers of the Fatherless": https://press.founders.org/shop/forsakers-of-the-fatherless/
Get 10% off Miller's Grove Soap with code "FOUNDERS": https://TheMillersGrove.com
Pre-Order "The 1689 in Rhyme": https://press.founders.org/shop/the-1689-in-rhyme/
Register for the 2026 National Founders Conference - Make Disciples: https://founders.org/conference/
Pre-Order "King of Kings": https://press.founders.org/shop/king-of-kings/
Shop the Founders Press Store: https://press.founders.org/
Become a part of the F.A.M. https://press.founders.org/fam/
The Institute of Public Theology: https://www.instituteofpublictheology.org/
Wield The Sword: https://founders.org/wieldthesword/
Follow Founders Ministries:
Website: https://founders.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/FoundersMin/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FoundersMinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/foundersministries/
All Founders Ministries resources are copyrighted and any use and distribution must be approved by Founders Ministries.