The Sword & The Trowel

Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden welcome Dr. Tom Hicks on the show to discuss his new book with Founders Press, What is a Reformed Baptist? An Overview of Doctrinal Distinctives. Pastor Hicks will talk about the doctrines, ecclesiology, and practices of the Reformed Baptist Tradition. Show Notes:Use code "HOLIDAY24" to get 20% off in the Founders Press Store: https://press.founders.org/ Get 10% off Miller's Grove Soap with code "FOUNDERS": https://TheMillersGrove.com FREE Bag of Coffee from Squirrelly Joe's: https://SquirrellyJoes.com/Founders Pre-Order "A Pastor in Revival": https://press.founders.org/shop/a-pastor-in-revival Get 15% off your Abby's Elderberry order with code "FOUNDERS": https://abbyselderberry.com Partner in the work of Biblical Reformation: https://founders.org/give Register for the 2025 NFC: https://founders.org/conference/ Register for the 2025 Pre-Conference: https://founders.org/preconference/ 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.

The discussion highlights the vital connection between church membership and personal faith. It emphasizes the role of ecclesiology in ensuring church health and unity. Key topics include church discipline, accountability, and the restoration goal in discipline practices. Listeners are encouraged to actively participate in their church communities while contemplating their spiritual commitments. The conversation also touches on the importance of maintaining theological unity amid differing beliefs and the responsibilities of pastors in guiding congregations.

Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden talk about the election last week and the victories that were won. They will discuss reasons to celebrate, to reflect, and why we must not squander the advantages that God in his mercy has provided to us in these elections results. Show Notes:Get 15% off your Abby's Elderberry order with code "FOUNDERS": https://abbyselderberry.com Partner in the work of Biblical Reformation: https://founders.org/give Order "As the Darkness Clears Away": https://press.founders.org/shop/as-the-darkness-clears-away/ Get 10% off Miller's Grove Soap with code "FOUNDERS": https://TheMillersGrove.com FREE Bag of Coffee from Squirrelly Joe's: https://SquirrellyJoes.com/Founders Register for the 2025 NFC: https://founders.org/conference/ Register for the 2025 Pre-Conference: https://founders.org/preconference/ 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.

Delve into the rich history of the 1689 London Baptist Confession, tracing its roots in the Baptist movement and its responses to events like King Henry VIII's divorce. Discover how this Confession serves as a crucial doctrinal guide for churches today. The discussion highlights the importance of confessions in maintaining doctrinal integrity and addresses modern adaptations for wider accessibility. Stay tuned for an upcoming 2025 conference focused on spiritual revival.

Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden welcome Dr. Tom Nettles on the show to discuss Reformation day, the history of the Reformation and how Reformed Baptists are "Heirs of the Reformation." Dr. Nettles encourages us with his wealth of historical knowledge and spiritual wisdom. Show Notes:Browse all the Founders' 1689 books and swag: https://press.founders.org/shop/?jsf=epro-archive-products&tax=product_tag:204 FREE Bag of Coffee from Squirrelly Joe's: https://SquirrellyJoes.com/Founders Get 31% off in the Founders' store with Code "REF2024": https://press.founders.org/ Register for the 2025 NFC and the conference Singles Event: https://founders.org/conference/ Get 10% off Miller's Grove Soap with code "FOUNDERS": https://TheMillersGrove.com 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.

Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden welcome Dusty Deevers on the show to discuss how christians ought to think about politics, abortion, and our country's desperate need for true revival as we head into the end of this tumultuous election season. Dusty helps us by sharing his unique perspective as both a Pastor and a State Senator in Oklahoma. Show Notes: FREE Bag of Coffee from Squirrelly Joe's: https://SquirrellyJoes.com/Founders Pre-order A Pastor in Revival: https://press.founders.org/shop/a-pastor-in-revival/ Get 10% off Miller's Grove Soap with code "FOUNDERS": https://TheMillersGrove.com Register for the Steadfast and Immovable Pre-conference: https://founders.org/preconference/ 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.

Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden welcome Nate Pickowicz on the show to discuss his new book with Founders Press, Dear Titus: Letters on Church Planting. Nate shares his background in church planting, the genesis of this book and some practical wisdom for young pastors. Show Notes: FREE Bag of Coffee from Squirrelly Joe's: https://SquirrellyJoes.com/Founders Partner with Founders Ministries: https://founders.org/give Get 10% off Miller's Grove Soap with code "FOUNDERS": https://TheMillersGrove.com Register for the Steadfast and Immovable Preconference: https://founders.org/preconference/ Pre-order Dear Titus: https://press.founders.org/shop/dear-titus/ 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.

Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden discuss the recent dismissal of Steve Lawson from his Pastoral role and how we should respond when church leaders sin in these grievous ways. They discuss the seriousness of sin and how we each individually need to be on guard against the attacks of the devil. They also address the importance of the local church, church discipline, the dangers of conference circuits & "celebrity" pastors, and more. Show Notes: FREE Bag of Coffee from Squirrelly Joe's: https://SquirrellyJoes.com/Founders Get 10% off Miller's Grove Soap with code "FOUNDERS": https://TheMillersGrove.com Get your bag of Know Your Roast Coffee: https://press.founders.org/shop/know-your-roast-coffee-new-hampshire-light-roast/ Pre-order Who Made You?: https://press.founders.org/shop/who-made-you/ 2025 National Founders Conference: Revive Us, O Lord! 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.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FoundersMin/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FoundersMin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foundersministries/ All Founders Ministries resources are copyrighted and any use and distribution must be approved by Founders Ministries.

Explore the dual mission of building and fighting for faith, inspired by Nehemiah's example. Delve into historical wisdom's relevance in today's church and the need for a proactive approach to contemporary challenges. Discussions on launching new initiatives for future generations push the importance of long-term faithfulness. Witness the battle of ideas within Christianity and the call for active engagement in spiritual warfare. Additionally, the podcast emphasizes confronting cultural challenges while promoting God’s kingdom and community involvement.

We have some exciting updates to share for The Sword & The Trowel podcast! SHOW NOTES: 2025 National Founders Conference - REVIVE US O LORD: https://founders.org/conference 2025 National Founders Pre-Conference: Steadfast & Immovable - https://founders.org/preconference/ Join the FAM: https://press.founders.org/fam/ Support Founders Ministries: http://founders.org/give Founders Sermon Podcast Stream: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sermons-by-founders-ministries/id1613963681 Follow Founders Ministries: Website: https://founders.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FoundersMin/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FoundersMin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foundersministries/ All Founders Ministries resources are copyrighted and any use and distribution must be approved by Founders Ministries.