A special episode for young children, part of a series of "Kids' Compline: Bedtime Prayer for Young Children." Support the showJohnathan Arnold

A special episode for young children, the first in a series of "Kids' Compline: Bedtime Prayer for Young Children." Support the showJohnathan Arnold

The first lecture in a six-week series on the Doctrine of the Church. Support the showHoly Joys

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Johnathan Arnold preaches on how Christ's victory over temptation in the wilderness is necessary for our redemption and empowers us to defeat Satan's temptations in our own lives. Support the showHoly Joys

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 the Son on the cross? Does Jesus bear the wrath of God on the cross? Why is important for pastors to address the myth that the…

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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 churches interested in using the catechism, and the possibility of a major global partnership with churches that are ei…

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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 replacement theology and somehow “anti-Israel.” Support the show…

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. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

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 Pastor. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

Johnathan Arnold and David Fry discuss David's recent article, "What Does Healthy Church Growth Look Like?" Support the showJohnathan Arnold

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 Pastor. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

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 Pastor. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

In this special episode of the Holy Joys Podcast, Johnathan Arnold talks through his article "How Often Should We Receive the Lord's Supper?" Support the showJohnathan Arnold

David Fry and Johnathan Arnold discuss the Sunday Service and how they prepare for weekly worship. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

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 Pastor. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

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 highlights newadvent.org — especially newadvent.org/fathers, which has the full text of many patristic works stepbible.org — Step Bible by Tyndale House, my …

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. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

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 Community Church in Muncie, IN. He is a graduate of Wesley Biblical Seminary (MDiv, 2023) and God's Bible School (B.A. MinEd…

Visit holyjoys.org/books-pastor-library to see David and Johnathan's lists. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

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: Our authority as pastors is a derived authority. We are acting on behalf of Christ and his church. In our leadershi…

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 Pastor. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

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 accidentally cited as John 21:21. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

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 Pastor. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

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. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

After a three-month hiatus, Johnathan Arnold and David Fry discuss why they were gone and what to expect from Holy Joys going forward. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

Johnathan Arnold addresses the question "What is the gospel?" by drawing on various Scriptures. Support the showHoly Joys

Johnathan Arnold preaches the resurrection of Christ from various texts on Easter Sunday. On the third day, Christ truly rose again from the dead, with body and soul, to overcome death, declare his Lordship, and begin the work of making all things new. Because he lives, we may be raised by his power to a new life, share in the righteousness which h…

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. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

Johnathan Arnold preaches for Palm/Passion Sunday from Numbers 21:4–9 on how the sign of the bronze serpent points to Christ's head-crushing victory over Satan, "that old serpent." Support the showHoly Joys

Todd Hains, Associate Publisher at Lexham Press, joins Johnathan Arnold and David Fry to discuss children's catechesis and the FatCat series of children's books. Todd is the author of Martin Luther and the Rule of Faith: Reading God's Word for God's People. See also his recent article "Family Discipleship: 5 Easy Things You Can Do with Your Kids." …

Johnathan Arnold draws from Colossians 1:28 and other passages of Scripture to explain the process of spiritual formation towards maturity in Christ. Support the showHoly Joys

Eric Himelick and Andrew Graham join David Fry and Johnathan Arnold to discuss their experiences at Asbury University and the theology of revival. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

Johnathan Arnold teaches from 1 Timothy 3 and other key passages on the biblical offices of elder and deacon. Download the handout at holyjoys.org/elders-deacons. Support the showHoly Joys

Johnathan Arnold preaches on seeing Jesus in all of Scripture, using the story of Joseph in Genesis 37–50 as a case study, drawing applications for those in need of what Christ the true Joseph still offers today. Support the showHoly Joys

Johnathan Arnold preaches a narrative sermon on Leah's struggle to earn her husband's affection. Support the showHoly Joys

After a short break, Johnathan Arnold and David Fry get back to the podcast with a casual discussion of ministry, books, and the work of Holy Joys. Support the showJohnathan Arnold

Johnathan Arnold preaches on Genesis 6:6 in light of God's immutability and impassibility. Support the showHoly Joys

Johnathan Arnold preaches a Christmas communion sermon as the conclusion to an Advent series on Christ as our Prophet, Priest, and King. See the article "'Christmas' Means 'the Lord's Supper on Christ's Day'" at holyjoys.org. Support the showHoly Joys

Johnathan Arnold continues his Advent sermon series on Waiting for Christ: Prophet, Priest, and King. Support the showHoly Joys

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 showJohnathan Arnold