Ask Pastor John

Exploring the relationship between Christian joy and hope, the hosts discuss how the anticipation of future knowledge and experiences contributes to the happiness of Christians. They also delve into the pitiable consequences of denying the resurrection, such as the absence of delusion in the afterlife and the severe consequences of rejecting the resurrection.

Exploring the concept of satisfaction in God and how our desires can be redirected towards Him. Understanding that finding satisfaction in Jesus does not mean our desires cease but that our quest for better satisfaction is over. Exploring the concept of experiencing satisfaction in God and how it leads to a desire to share it with others.

Explore the concept of Christ as our Sabbath rest and how it applies to our work. Discover how faith in Christ's work justifies us and gives us motivation. Learn how knowing God's love brings peace and rest in our work and removes obstacles.

Exploring the humbling nature of Calvinism, combatting human pride, significance of humility, recognizing indwelling sin, remembering Christ's agonies, being vigilant against self-exalting behavior, pleading to God for the miracle of humility.

Exploring the biblical perspective on work in the eternal future, including the debate over a millennial period after the second coming, and the concept of enjoyable and satisfying work in the age to come.

Discover the top 10 rich doctrinal books that have profoundly impacted Pastor John's life, including works by C.S. Lewis and Jonathan Edwards. Explore ten influential authors and their timeless, soul-deepening books, showcasing the importance of doctrinal reading for Christians.

Pastor John discusses the importance of books and their impact on the Christian life. He highlights the power and significance of books in equipping individuals and emphasizes their transformative effects, including revealing the glory of God, convicting of sin, inspiring and encouraging, shaping thinking, and clarifying biblical concepts.

The podcast explores feeling distant from God and offers advice on how to find comfort and truth. It emphasizes the objective truth of God's love and offers biblical passages to counteract the feeling of not experiencing it. The speaker encourages boldness in confronting sin and weariness and reminds listeners of God's presence in darkness, ending with a prayer for strength and comprehension of God's love.

This podcast explores the importance of unconditional election for Christians. It provides ten reasons why this doctrine is significant, including how it humbles our hearts, highlights our faith as a gift from God, and assures our security in Him. Understanding unconditional election can provide hope, assurance, and a greater recognition of God's sovereignty in history.

Addressing ten criticisms of John Piper's preaching, including volume, tone dynamics, authenticity, appropriate speech, eye contact, avoiding anger, using understandable language, complexity, focus on God's glory and Calvinistic views, lack of real-life application, sermon length, and balancing congregational needs.