Ask Pastor John

Desiring God
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May 13, 2013 • 4min

Choosing a Seminary

Faculty matters more than buildings when you are deciding what seminary to attend. You need to find a place where everyone cherishes the Bible.
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May 10, 2013 • 8min

Was C.S. Lewis a Christian Hedonist?

Lewis has helped Pastor John shape what he calls Christian Hedonism, but does he believe that C.S. Lewis was himself a Christian Hedonist?
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May 9, 2013 • 3min

Appreciating Creation While Anticipating New Creation

C.S. Lewis can help us see the beauty of the creation around us because he knew that this beauty points us to the more satisfying Creator.
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May 8, 2013 • 4min

How Did Lewis Prepare You for Edwards?

C.S. Lewis build conceptual categories for John Piper. Jonathan Edwards set the content on fire with Bible.
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May 7, 2013 • 9min

How Do You Process Public Tragedy?

God’s sovereign ability to stop tragedies never undoes our calling to weep with those who weep, to help however we can, and to lament the evil in it all.
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May 6, 2013 • 7min

How Far Is Too Far Before Marriage, Spiritually and Emotionally?

Couples often set physical boundaries, but overlook the spiritual and emotional lines we cross in relationships. How, then, can we guard ourselves from going too far before marriage?
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May 3, 2013 • 8min

How Has C. S. Lewis Influenced You?

Lewis awakened a teenage pastor John to the wonder of the world. He taught him that rigorous logic and romantic language can go together.
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May 2, 2013 • 7min

When Did You First Meet C.S. Lewis?

C.S. Lewis has made a lasting impact on pastor John because of his ability to be lucid, logical, illuminating, large-hearted, and joyfully longing.
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May 1, 2013 • 6min

Why Host a Conference on C. S. Lewis?

C.S. Lewis’s writing has continued to affect millions today, but should we ever host an entire Christian conference focused on a person other than Christ?
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Apr 30, 2013 • 7min

How to Handle Panhandlers

Delve into the complexities of aiding panhandlers with a compassionate Christian perspective. The discussion highlights the importance of thoughtful responses rather than quick judgments. Personal experiences reveal the nuances of helping without enabling bad habits. This enlightening conversation encourages deeper reflections on generosity and practical support.

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