

Ask Pastor John
Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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Dec 18, 2014 • 13min
What Will Submission to My Husband Look Like?
Exploring the concept of submission in marriage from a woman's perspective, discussing the importance of a husband taking initiative in various aspects of family life, and understanding submission in marriage as supporting the husband's leadership and trusting his decision-making.

Dec 17, 2014 • 7min
The Message of the Magi’s Star
We can’t explain precisely what the star of Bethlehem was, but we do know God formed it to bring the nations to their Savior.

Dec 16, 2014 • 13min
Is My Relationship with God Healthy?
There are certain tests from the Bible that help us know if our relationship with God is a good one.

Dec 15, 2014 • 10min
Are New Testament Ethics Final or Trajectory-Setting?
If you think the New Testament simply sets a trajectory for ethics, you might effectively strip the Bible of its final authority.

Dec 12, 2014 • 11min
Can a Spiritually Dead Soul Thirst for God?
Unless the Spirit gives us eyes to see that the true God is beautiful and desirable, we won’t seek him.

Dec 11, 2014 • 6min
How Open Should I Be with My Parents?
Trusting your parents by being honest is a huge honor to them.

Dec 10, 2014 • 8min
Declare War on Sin
There is a mean streak in Christianity, and it is not against anybody else but ourselves and our sinfulness.

Dec 9, 2014 • 9min
What Arminians Have Helped You Most?
Men like John and Charles Wesley, G.K. Chesterton, George MacDonald, and, in a sense, C.S. Lewis have been the most influential Arminians in Pastor John's life.

Dec 8, 2014 • 7min
The Camaraderie of Christian Hedonism
Christian fellowship does not distract from the supreme glory of God in the believer’s life, it testifies to it.

Dec 5, 2014 • 8min
Is My Boyfriend’s Video-Game Addiction a Marriage Deal-Breaker?
An addiction to video games says something about a man’s subjection to Christ, state of mind, self-control, and fitness to lead a family.


