Ask Pastor John Regretting the Day I Was Born
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Feb 12, 2026 A frank look at raw lament and when sorrow becomes sinful complaint. Biblical distinctions between holy lament and wrongheaded accusation are explored. A listener’s struggle with chronic illness and Jeremiah’s words is discussed. Five concise statements help clarify permissible perplexity versus dishonoring God. Practical timing for teaching lament and speaking feelings aloud are considered.
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Clear Line Between Lament And Criticism
- John Piper draws a firm distinction between sinful criticism of God and acceptable perplexity or pain expressed toward Him.
- He frames lament with five theses to clarify when grieving is faithful versus when it dishonors God.
Avoid Criticizing God; Repent If You Do
- Avoid criticizing God because he never does anything wrong and criticism dishonors him.
- Repent and trust Christ when you fall into critical thoughts since God forgives those who repent.
Scripture Grounds The Impossibility Of Divine Wrongdoing
- Biblical texts show God’s ways are just, true, and without darkness, so accusing him is a moral error.
- Piper cites multiple Scriptures to ground the claim that criticizing God contradicts divine righteousness.
