Ask Pastor John

Pastor John reflects on the past year and shares exciting plans for the future, including a new podcast and a video series. Discover a comprehensive guide to life's most important questions and endorsements from respected individuals. Expressing gratitude for positive feedback, the speaker hopes to reach new listeners and introduces another podcast by the organization.

Pastor John explains the crucial importance of regular Bible intake for the Christian life. He provides ten reasons why incorporating Bible reading, understanding, and memory is essential, including how scripture saves from Satan, imparts grace, brings daily salvation, and protects from false doctrine. Scripture is a source of knowledge, sanctification, joy, and hope. Young believers are encouraged to prioritize scripture for avoiding deception, engaging with skeptics, gaining God's approval, and finding spiritual and eternal life.

Understanding the original intention of the Bible and its relevance today. Exploring the power of 'therefore' in Bible verses. The impact of Desiring God's ministry and the importance of support.

Pastor John discusses his book marking strategy, the impact of reading on writing and thinking, the benefits of marking up books, and supporting the ministry of Desiring God.

From dating wisely to failing well, Pastor John offers twelve rules for teenage followers of Christ. Focusing on strengths, serving with fervor, and important principles for teens to live by are also discussed. A young mom shares her testimony about Desiring God resources, and the importance of supporting the global ministry and spreading gospel-centered resources is emphasized.

Learn how to learn from both the Bible and God's creation. Explore the habits of mind for lifelong learning rooted in the Christian faith.

Learn how to study the Bible on a topic with Pastor John as he models his own approach. Explore Paul's strong stance on pleasing God over man and the implications of spreading a different gospel. Discover the importance of sincerity, fearing the Lord, and seeking the advantage of others in pleasing people.

Exploring the concept of lifelong learning and the challenges faced by those who don't enjoy learning. Importance of obedience and love for God in the command to grow in knowledge and grace. Encouragement to pray and seek God's guidance. Stories of individuals overcoming learning struggles and finding passion through education. Encouragement to embrace change and growth in life.

Exploring the impact of Godward Thanksgiving and its relevance in shaping our lives. The preference of humans for things, people, and creation over God. The relationship between glorifying God and giving thanks. The power of thankfulness and its connection to faith.

This podcast explores the role of emotions in Christian education, emphasizing the importance of cultivating virtuous feelings and developing habits of observation, understanding, evaluation, and application. It highlights the significance of experiencing emotions that align with a Christ-centered perspective and argues that education exists to foster healthy responses to reality and promote joy in Christ.