Holy Joys Podcast
A discussion of theology and ministry practice, all for a holy, happy church. A ministry of holyjoys.org.
Episodes
114 episodes
Did the Father Forsake the Son on the Cross? (repost)
Travis Johnson joins Johnathan Arnold and David Fry to discuss Matthew 27:46, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?"Why does Jesus quote Psalm 22:1 from the cross?Is there a break or separation between the Father and t...
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Introduction to Catechesis and the Forthcoming Adult Catechism
Johnathan Arnold and David Fry discuss catechesis and the forthcoming adult catechism from Holy Joys.NOTE: Since recording this podcast, the title "New Methodist Catechism" has been reconsidered. We have had numerous non-Wesleyan...
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Israel and the Church, Dispensationalism, and Replacement Theology (Repost)
In this episode of the Holy Joys Podcast, Dr. David Fry and Johnathan Arnold discuss several views on Israel and the church, addressing the common accusation that those who recognize continuity between Israel and the church are proponents of re...
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Evangelism and Being a Missional Church
David Fry and Johnathan Arnold discuss approaches to evangelism, the evangelistic duty of the pastor-theologian, and the priority of missions in the life of the church.
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Catechism Class, Week 6: The Means of Grace
In this special episode of the Holy Joys Podcast, Johnathan Arnold teaches through an early draft of the New Methodist Catechism in preparation for a baptism and church membership class at Redeemer Wesleyan Church, where he serves as Senior Pas...
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Church Growth: Numbers and Maturity
Johnathan Arnold and David Fry discuss David's recent article, "What Does Healthy Church Growth Look Like?"
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Catechism Class, Week 5: The Church & Sacraments
In this special episode of the Holy Joys Podcast, Johnathan Arnold teaches through an early draft of the New Methodist Catechism in preparation for a baptism and church membership class at Redeemer Wesleyan Church, where he serves as Senior Pas...
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Catechism Class, Week 4: The Holy Spirit & New Life
In this special episode of the Holy Joys Podcast, Johnathan Arnold teaches through an early draft of the New Methodist Catechism in preparation for a baptism and church membership class at Redeemer Wesleyan Church, where he serves as Senior Pas...
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The Case for At Least Weekly Communion
In this special episode of the Holy Joys Podcast, Johnathan Arnold talks through his article "How Often Should We Receive the Lord's Supper?"
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Preparing for the Sunday Service
David Fry and Johnathan Arnold discuss the Sunday Service and how they prepare for weekly worship.
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Catechism Class, Week 3: The Son of God & Redemption
In this special episode of the Holy Joys Podcast, Johnathan Arnold teaches through an early draft of the New Methodist Catechism in preparation for a baptism and church membership class at Redeemer Wesleyan Church, where he serves as Senior Pas...
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10 Favorite Online Resources
Johnathan and David discuss some of their favorite online resources.Johnathan’s list:ccel.org — a wealth of free Christian books; allows you to make an account so that you can save notes and highlightsnewa...
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Reflections on the 2023 Healthy Church Conference
David Fry and Johnathan Arnold discuss their experience at the recent Holy Joys Healthy Church Conference in Frankfort, IN. Visit holyjoys.org/conference for more info about the conference and next year's dates.
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Joey Ratcliff on Confession of Sin and Restoration Assessment
Joey Ratcliff joins Johnathan Arnold and David Fry to discuss restoration assessment—what to do if someone's sin comes to light in the local church.Since this podcast was recorded, Joey Ratcliff is now Lead Pastor at The Way Communi...
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10 Books Every Pastor Should Have in Their Library
Visit holyjoys.org/books-pastor-library to see David and Johnathan's lists.
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The Priesthood of All Believers, Martin Luther, and the Church's Authority (Repost)
In this episode, Johnathan Arnold and David Fry discuss the doctrine of the priesthood of all believers and its practical implications for the life of the church, especially keeping and restoring one another from sin.Quotes from Fry:
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Catechism Class, Week 2: Sin & the Law
In this special episode of the Holy Joys Podcast, Johnathan Arnold teaches through an early draft of the New Methodist Catechism in preparation for a baptism and church membership class at Redeemer Wesleyan Church, where he serves as Senior Pas...
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"Feed My Sheep": Theology and the Church
David Fry and Johnathan Arnold discuss the relationship between the church and theology, using John 21:17* as a starting place and drawing from William Burt Pope's Compendium on "Theology in the Church."*In the discussion, the verse was...
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Catechism Class, Week 1: God the Father & Creation
In this special episode of the Holy Joys Podcast, Johnathan Arnold teaches through an early draft of the New Methodist Catechism in preparation for a baptism and church membership class at Redeemer Wesleyan Church, where he serves as Senior Pas...
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The Church: A Central Doctrine
Johnathan Arnold and David Fry discuss why ecclesiology (the study of the church) should be of central importance to every Christian, especially pastors, and explore several key concepts that are neglected or misunderstood.
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We're Back! An Update on Holy Joys
After a three-month hiatus, Johnathan Arnold and David Fry discuss why they were gone and what to expect from Holy Joys going forward.
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Good Friday Collects
The collects for Good Friday from the Sunday Service of the Methodists in North America, John Wesley's adaptation of the Book of Common Prayer. Piano track by Lucas Shrout, used by permission.
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