Ask Pastor John

A single pastor explores dating within his church, facing challenges like stereotypes and limited opportunities. Advice includes trusting in God's providence, involving church leaders, building networks, and being open to unexpected connections.

Exploring what makes a true friend according to God's word, discussing the importance of Christ-centered friendships, examining the nature of friendship in the Old Testament through the Hebrew word 'Re'a', and delving into the attributes of true friendship in the Bible emphasizing emotional support, loyalty, and trustworthiness.

Exploring God's willingness to work for those with blameless hearts and the significance of trust in him. Discussing the difference between being blameless and sinless. Debunking the idea of God watching to punish, focusing on His desire to show strength and support. Emphasizing the benefits of trusting God wholeheartedly and the contrast with being double-minded.

Pastor John addresses the dilemma of whether God will judge those born into other religions, emphasizing accountability based on knowledge and response to the gospel, while exploring the importance of sharing the gospel with love and discernment in challenging situations.

Exploring the significance of repetitive worship songs through Psalm 136, emphasizing God's steadfast love enduring forever. Delving into the theological implications of God's love in creation, redemption, and justice within worship music choices.

Prayer can challenge misconceptions about God. Aligning thoughts with Paul's teachings and letting the Holy Spirit correct errors.

The podcast discusses the blessings of being an American citizen, highlighting freedoms and systems in contrast to corruption in other countries. It explores poverty, corruption, and the Christian gospel, emphasizing salvation over nation-building. The importance of a personal, spiritual understanding of faith is stressed, advocating for justification by faith and sanctification.

Exploring the paradox of joy as a gift from God and a command to be obeyed, highlighting the balance between human responsibility and relying on God's strength. Delving into the importance of finding joy through obeying God's commands and perceiving them as a way of honoring human dignity.

Exploring global missions, collaborations with local churches, and the rise of new mission organizations. Discussing the critical components of missionary work like reaching unreached peoples, church planting, and Bible translation.

Exploring how the heart influences perception of God, highlighting the impact of desires on spiritual understanding. Emphasizing that ignorance is not the main issue, but a hardened heart resistant to God's authority. Stressing the need for a transformation in will and God's intervention for true knowledge to be attained.