

Doctrine Matters with Kevin DeYoung
Crossway
In this weekly podcast, pastor, bestselling author, and associate professor of systematic theology Kevin DeYoung walks through the most important theological topics over the course of a year.
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Oct 28, 2025 • 18min
What Are Spiritual Gifts?
 Delve into the fascinating world of spiritual gifts with discussions on their biblical definitions and significance. Discover how these gifts reflect the workings of the Trinity within the church community. Kevin explores whether miraculous gifts are still active today, presenting both sides of the continuationist and cessationist debate. He emphasizes the purpose of gifts for building up the church rather than personal fulfillment. The conversation also highlights the meaning of 'baptism in the Spirit' and its implications for believers today. 

Oct 21, 2025 • 16min
What Are the Reigns of Christ and the Doctrine of the Spirituality of the Church?
 Explore the essential versus mediatorial reign of Christ and what distinguishes these two aspects of his sovereignty. Delve into the spiritual nature of Christ's lordship and how it operates in the world. Learn about the doctrine of the spirituality of the church and its historical context. The discussion also covers practical limits of church authority, drawing from Westminster guidance on church governance. This enlightening conversation is a deep dive into ecclesiology and church doctrine you won’t want to miss! 

Oct 14, 2025 • 17min
What Is the Nature and Extent of Church Power?
 In this episode, Kevin DeYoung continues to discuss the doctrine of the church by looking at the nature and extent of the church's power.
Kevin DeYoung is the senior pastor at Christ Covenant Church (PCA) in Matthews, North Carolina and associate professor of systematic theology at Reformed Theological Seminary (Charlotte). He is the author of more than twenty books and a popular columnist, blogger, and podcaster. Kevin’s work can be found on clearlyreformed.org. 
Kevin is also the author of 'Daily Doctrine: A One-Year Guide to Systematic Theology' which inspired this podcast. 

Oct 7, 2025 • 17min
What Are the Attributes and Marks of the Church?
 In this episode, Kevin DeYoung continues to discuss the doctrine of the church by looking at the attributes and marks that make up the Church.
Kevin DeYoung is the senior pastor at Christ Covenant Church (PCA) in Matthews, North Carolina and associate professor of systematic theology at Reformed Theological Seminary (Charlotte). He is the author of more than twenty books and a popular columnist, blogger, and podcaster. Kevin’s work can be found on clearlyreformed.org. 
Kevin is also the author of 'Daily Doctrine: A One-Year Guide to Systematic Theology' which inspired this podcast. 

Sep 30, 2025 • 16min
What Is Ecclesiology?
 In this episode, Kevin DeYoung begins to unpack the doctrine of the church.
Kevin DeYoung is the senior pastor at Christ Covenant Church (PCA) in Matthews, North Carolina and associate professor of systematic theology at Reformed Theological Seminary (Charlotte). He is the author of more than twenty books and a popular columnist, blogger, and podcaster. Kevin’s work can be found on clearlyreformed.org. 
Kevin is also the author of 'Daily Doctrine: A One-Year Guide to Systematic Theology' which inspired this podcast. 

Sep 23, 2025 • 17min
What Does It Mean To Do Good Works?
 In this episode, Kevin DeYoung talks about good works and their implications in the lives of Christians.
Kevin DeYoung is the senior pastor at Christ Covenant Church (PCA) in Matthews, North Carolina and associate professor of systematic theology at Reformed Theological Seminary (Charlotte). He is the author of more than twenty books and a popular columnist, blogger, and podcaster. Kevin’s work can be found on clearlyreformed.org. 
Kevin is also the author of 'Daily Doctrine: A One-Year Guide to Systematic Theology' which inspired this podcast. 

Sep 16, 2025 • 16min
What Is Sanctification?
 In this episode, Kevin DeYoung continues to walk through the order of salvation by discussing the doctrine of sanctification.
Kevin DeYoung is the senior pastor at Christ Covenant Church (PCA) in Matthews, North Carolina and associate professor of systematic theology at Reformed Theological Seminary (Charlotte). He is the author of more than twenty books and a popular columnist, blogger, and podcaster. Kevin’s work can be found on clearlyreformed.org. 
Kevin is also the author of 'Daily Doctrine: A One-Year Guide to Systematic Theology' which inspired this podcast. 

Sep 9, 2025 • 18min
What Is the Doctrine of Justification?
 In this episode, Kevin DeYoung unpacks one of the most important doctrines in all of Christianity.
Kevin DeYoung is the senior pastor at Christ Covenant Church (PCA) in Matthews, North Carolina and associate professor of systematic theology at Reformed Theological Seminary (Charlotte). He is the author of more than twenty books and a popular columnist, blogger, and podcaster. Kevin’s work can be found on clearlyreformed.org. 
Kevin is also the author of 'Daily Doctrine: A One-Year Guide to Systematic Theology' which inspired this podcast. 

Sep 2, 2025 • 17min
What Are Repentance and Faith?
 In this episode, Kevin DeYoung continues to discuss the order of salvation by explaining what true repentance and saving faith are.
Kevin DeYoung is the senior pastor at Christ Covenant Church (PCA) in Matthews, North Carolina and associate professor of systematic theology at Reformed Theological Seminary (Charlotte). He is the author of more than twenty books and a popular columnist, blogger, and podcaster. Kevin’s work can be found on clearlyreformed.org. 
Kevin is also the author of 'Daily Doctrine: A One-Year Guide to Systematic Theology' which inspired this podcast. 

Aug 26, 2025 • 15min
What Are Effectual Calling and Irresistible Grace?
 In this episode, Kevin DeYoung starts to discuss the order of salvation by introducing the ideas of effectual calling and irresistible grace.
Kevin DeYoung is the senior pastor at Christ Covenant Church (PCA) in Matthews, North Carolina and associate professor of systematic theology at Reformed Theological Seminary (Charlotte). He is the author of more than twenty books and a popular columnist, blogger, and podcaster. Kevin’s work can be found on clearlyreformed.org. 
Kevin is also the author of 'Daily Doctrine: A One-Year Guide to Systematic Theology' which inspired this podcast. 


