Ask Pastor John
Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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Apr 24, 2014 • 3min
Should We Read the Holy Books of Other Religions?
Pastor John gives his take on whether or not Christians should feel obligated to read the holy books of other religions.
Apr 23, 2014 • 5min
Cautions for New Calvinists
What kind of pitfalls exist in the “New Calvinism” movement? What do New Calvinists need to beware of?
Apr 22, 2014 • 7min
What Must I Believe to Be Saved?
Our sin, God’s holiness, and Jesus’s cross are the core truths around which saving faith is formed.
Apr 21, 2014 • 9min
Certain and Conditional: More on Eternal Security
God elects unconditionally. But he glorifies us on the condition of our faithful obedience. Does that mean our glorification is not guaranteed?
Apr 18, 2014 • 6min
Eternal Security: Vaccination or Therapy?
The promises of God mark us as his children. They also keep us in the family when we walk through trials and persecution.
Apr 17, 2014 • 9min
Sin and the Speed Limit
Going the speed limit is an act of faith in the God who controls your day and can maximize your minutes for his glory.
Apr 16, 2014 • 9min
A Bite-Sized Theology of Food
Pastor John shares five specific principles from the Bible relating to food. God created food good, but there is a right and wrong way to enjoy it.
Apr 15, 2014 • 8min
Six Keys to Detecting the Prosperity Gospel
How can Christians detect the beginnings of prosperity preaching? Pastor John shares six signs.
Apr 14, 2014 • 7min
What’s New About ‘New Calvinism’?
The five solas unite Reformed Christians past and present, but Pastor John notes how seven factors may be creating a new mold under the same banner.
Apr 11, 2014 • 8min
Should Christians Be Cops and Soldiers?
If Jesus calls his followers to turn the other cheek, then can a Christian serve society as a cop or a soldier?
