Ask Pastor John
Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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Dec 4, 2014 • 10min
Advice for Fathers of Sons
For fathers of new sons, Pastor John summarizes his encouragement: Be a weeping, happy, loving father full of God, full of truth, full of joy.
Dec 3, 2014 • 7min
Pray This Daily for Your Family
If you want your kids, spouse, parents, coworkers, and friends to know God — if you want to know God — rehearse Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3.
Dec 2, 2014 • 9min
Why Was Adam Lonely If God Is Enough?
When we enjoy what God has created, we know and enjoy God more. And when what has been created fails us, our Creator never will.
Dec 1, 2014 • 11min
Are We Satisfied ‘in God’ or ‘by God’?
We are satisfied in God rather than by God if God is the object of our satisfaction, not simply the provider of it.
Nov 26, 2014 • 10min
Doesn’t Prosperity Preaching Glorify Jesus?
The prosperity gospel falls short on two counts: It presents a weak God, and it neglects to reckon with the Bible’s teaching on suffering.
Nov 25, 2014 • 9min
Are Smart People Less Happy?
For the Christian, knowing God’s word and world increases our sorrow — and our joy.
Nov 24, 2014 • 9min
Does Happiness Require Apathy to Others’ Sorrows?
Sorrow and suffering make up daily life across the world. So what does it look like for Christians to be both happy and sorrowful?
Nov 21, 2014 • 6min
Avoid the Unrepentant — But What If They’re Family?
How should believers behave toward family members who walk in unrepentant sin but continue to call themselves Christians?
Nov 20, 2014 • 8min
A Prayer for Those Stuck in Sin
Even if deliverance does not come right away, our prayers are not in vain. If you are stuck in sin, this prayer is for you.
Nov 19, 2014 • 5min
Good Motives for Bible Memory
Memorizing Scripture offers Christians at least eight benefits, including fostering fellowship with Jesus and combating Satan’s lies.
