Holy Joys Podcast

In this special episode of the Holy Joys Podcast, Johnathan Arnold offers a primer on two key terms in the doctrines of the Trinity and incarnation: "substance" and "person." Support the show

Johnathan Arnold and David Fry discuss the article " Theological Triage: Unity in Essentials, Charity in Nonessentials ," and the attached triage chart. Support the show

Part of " A Series on William Burt Pope’s Doctrine of the Church. " Support the show

Johnathan Arnold and David Fry continue their discussion of William Burt Pope's Doctrine of the Church. Support the show

David Fry and Johnathan Arnold continue their discussion of William Burt Pope's doctrine of the church, looking at the second half of his section on " The Preparations in the Gospels ." Support the show

David Fry and Johnathan Arnold continue their discussion of William Burt Pope's doctrine of the church, looking at the first half of his section on " The Preparations in the Gospels ." Support the show

David Fry and Johnathan Arnold begin a series on Methodist theologian William Burt Pope's doctrine of the church. Read along: holyjoys.org/the-christian-church/. Support the show

At our 2022 Healthy Church Conference, David Fry spoke in the third, Friday morning session on the topic of Healthy Membership. His points were drawn from Colossians 2:19 , Ephesians 4:16 , and the book of 1 Corinthians. Church membership is designed by God to increase harmony and holiness in the church. Support the show

At our 2022 Healthy Church Conference, Sarah Fry spoke in the first Saturday session on how to be an emotionally healthy church. A healthy church is one where people are learning both how to regulate their own emotions and treat lovingly other people’s emotions. We easily fall into a “fix-it” mentality. We love one another by listening and letting others know that we are safe for them.  Support th...

Johnathan Arnold and David Fry discuss four questions about ordination: 1. What is ordination? 2. What does the Bible say about ordination? 3. Who should be ordained? 4. Who has the authority to ordain? Support the show

Johnathan Arnold and David Fry continue to discuss modest clothing and biblical nakedness. Topics discussed: Genesis 2–3 A biblical definition of nakedness Nakedness in the law Cultural change Dressing modestly today Support the show

David Fry and Johnathan Arnold discuss modest clothing and biblical nakedness. Topics discussed: Genesis 2–3 Nakedness Sin and shame Clothing as a gospel symbol Atonement Support the show

Johnathan Arnold and David Fry discuss the church's social witness and how Christians can approach the issues of the day. Topics include: Roe v. Wade Christian social witness 1908 Social Creed of the Methodist Episcopal Church Transitional Discipline of the Global Methodist Church, Part 2: Social Witness A Call to the CHM, "A Call to Christian Social Witness" Support the show

Johnathan Arnold and David Fry discuss how the doctrine of the priesthood of all believers relates to our interpretation of Scripture, as well as related doctrines such as inerrancy, the clarity/perspicuity of Scripture, and the illumination of the Holy Spirit. Support the show

In this episode, David Fry and Johnathan Arnold discuss tithing and the larger issue of giving generously from the heart because of God's inexpressible gift to us in Christ. Topics discussed: Views on tithing Tithing in the OT Relationship of OT Law to NT believers Verses on tithing in the NT Tithing in church history Giving generously, cheerfully, humbly Supporting the local church 2 Corinth...

Johnathan Arnold and David Fry discuss "the gospel of the kingdom" (Mt. 4:23). Topics discussed include: The gospel The kingdom Dominion, reign The image of God Dwelling Exile Hell The kingdom and the church The Great Commission Heaven and earth The millennial kingdom Support the show

Topics addressed: History of the altar call Altar call and baptism Altar call and the Lord's Supper Sacramental practice in church history and Methodism Church membership The office of the keys The church and salvation Suggestions for using the altar call Support the show

In this episode, Johnathan Arnold and David Fry discuss why the church has lost its happy anticipation of heaven and how a robust theology of new creation can help to recover this vital anticipation. Quotes from Fry: An experience that led me to preach a series on heaven was sitting through a funeral service in which almost everything that was said about heaven had to do with the material descript...

In this episode, Johnathan Arnold and David Fry continue to discuss the church's happy anticipation of heaven and how it shapes our life in this world. Quotes from Fry: In the end, heaven is a place on earth. Earth doesn't comprehend earth, but heaven comprehends earth. Simply put, heaven is the dwelling place of God. We have so separated heaven and earth that it leads us to a view that...

David Fry and Johnathan Arnold discuss legitimate reasons to leave a church, and how to go about doing it in a way that honors Christ. What are acceptable reasons to leave a church? What are the characteristics of someone who is mature enough to leave a church well? What steps should be taken before leaving a church? What should you do after you leave a church? Support the show

Dr. David Fry and Johnathan Arnold discuss church manuals/disciplines, common problems and frustrations, and how approaching the discipline/manual in light of the church's disciple-making mission can help us work towards a healthier future for the church and its members. Support the show

Johnathan Arnold and Dr. David Fry discuss the biblical office of deacon (aka the diaconate). Key topics/passages include: 1 Timothy 3:8–13 Acts 6:1–6 Philippians 1:1 Romans 16:1 Female deacons (deaconesses) Deacons in the apostolic fathers and early church tradition Deacons in the Reformers and early Methodism Ordination Deacons in relationship to Elders Tips for implementation Support the show

Dr. Fry and Johnathan Arnold discuss Bible study tools and methods. Topics include: Active vs. passive reading Pens and marking tools Wide-margin Bibles Inductive Bible Study Tracking themes Christ-centered reading Typological reading Big-picture reading and focused study Contemplative reading and memorization Support the show

Dr. David Fry and Johnathan Arnold discuss an article by Samuel D. James, " Why is 'Re-Converting' Easier than Repenting? " and discuss ways in which the church has made it difficult for sincere but struggling believers to confess sin and find help, restoration, and accountability from the church. Support the show

David Fry and Johnathan Arnold discuss what they are preaching: Philemon and the devotion of the apostles to prayer and the ministry of the word in Acts 6. Support the show