

Ask Pastor John
Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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Apr 29, 2013 • 5min
How to Fight Laziness
Hard work is not a consequence of the fall, but a gift. If we are going to fight laziness, we need to develop a good theology of work.

Apr 26, 2013 • 5min
When Jehovah’s Witnesses Knock at Your Door
Christians and Jehovah’s Witnesses have major differences that we can’t ignore when they visit. But how can you love them well if you don’t have time to debate?

Apr 25, 2013 • 5min
Christians and Marijuana
Marijuana continues to become legal in more and more states. As the drug becomes more common, how should we think about it from a biblical worldview?

Apr 24, 2013 • 5min
The Power to Conquer Selfishness
Anyone can use their power to command others, but there is a unique greatness and power found in those who chose to serve through Christ.

Apr 23, 2013 • 5min
Reflections on His Last Sermon As Pastor
As Pastor John preached his farewell sermon, he wanted to point Bethlehem to the great shepherd who would be with them long after he was gone.

Apr 22, 2013 • 9min
How Are Teachers Judged More Strictly?
Because teachers have been given more, God will hold them more accountable. He will judge them on how they used the opportunity they were given.

Apr 19, 2013 • 10min
How Far Is Too Far Before Marriage?
God designed sex to bring joy, and he reserved this gift for marriage. How can we guard ourselves to avoid awakening sexual feelings outside marriage?

Apr 18, 2013 • 5min
What Is the Purpose of Fasting?
Fasting only adds to our hunger for God. Through fasting, we put our stomach where our hearts are to give added intensity to our ache for Jesus.

Apr 17, 2013 • 6min
Do Christians and Muslims Worship the Same Deity?
Pastor John explains why Muslims do not worship the God of the Bible.

Apr 16, 2013 • 7min
Was Jesus for Real?
How can we be sure that Jesus is who he said he is? Can we have any assurance the Jesus we read about in the Bible is real?


