Ask Pastor John
Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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Aug 28, 2014 • 9min
Is God More Happy with Other Christians Than Me?
Christians can rest in the goodness and wisdom of God and the freeness of his grace in gifting his people. God is a good gift-giver.
Aug 27, 2014 • 6min
God’s Will and the Evil of the Cross
The cross displays this profound paradox: God scripted and ordained the murder of his Son — without once sinning.
Aug 26, 2014 • 7min
Should I Let Unmarried Couples Stay in My House?
What should we do when unmarried non-Christian friends or family members are spending the night at our house and want to share a bed?
Aug 25, 2014 • 7min
Incentives to Kill My Love of Human Praise
The praise of others lulls Christians into disbelief of their great, eternal reward. So how can Christians slay the dragon of praise-seeking?
Aug 22, 2014 • 7min
When Should I Stop Praying for Something?
Throughout Scripture, God repeatedly commands his people to pray more. But is there ever a time to stop praying for something?
Aug 21, 2014 • 8min
I Caught My Husband Checking Out Another Woman
A wife is not responsible for her husband’s sin. But she is responsible for how she responds to his sin.
Aug 20, 2014 • 10min
The Key to Christian Obedience
Pastor John describes three stages to Christian obedience: knowledge of God’s word, meditation on God’s word, and the abundance of our hearts that flow from both.
Aug 19, 2014 • 8min
What Is Idolatry?
The jealousy of God is both loving and righteous. For idolaters, it is also dangerous.
Aug 18, 2014 • 9min
Why Do You Journal?
Journaling clarifies thoughts, stewards Spirit-given insight, and reminds believers of God’s daily faithfulness.
Aug 15, 2014 • 6min
Why Does God Allow Satan to Live?
Satan works everyday to dishonor God and to destroy his image. So why does God allow him to live? Pastor John shares his thoughts.
