Ask Pastor John

Desiring God
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Dec 14, 2015 • 11min

Where Did Satan’s First Desire for Evil Come From?

Exploring the mystery of Satan's first sin, rejecting the idea of God's direct involvement, and acknowledging God's sovereignty over sin and his sinlessness.
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Dec 11, 2015 • 12min

I Read the Bible and Feel Nothing — What Should I Do?

Never settle for passionless Bible reading. Lean in, pray for God to open your eyes, and keep searching for treasure for your heart.
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Dec 10, 2015 • 11min

Do I Own My Art? On Intellectual Property Rights

Are property and intellectual rights selfish, or do they actually match up with clear biblical principles?
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Dec 9, 2015 • 7min

You Have a Lawyer in Heaven’s Court

Our salvation isn’t just a once-and-done event, but a lifetime of drawing near to God through Jesus Christ, our high priest.
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Dec 8, 2015 • 9min

What Does It Mean to Live in God’s Presence?

For Christians indwelt by the Spirit, God is always in us and with us. But sometimes, he exerts his influence for our good in unique, unmistakeable ways.
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Dec 7, 2015 • 11min

How Do I Know God’s Calling for My Life?

Should I stay and send, or should I go to the mission field? Pastor John gives seven factors to keep in mind when weighing a calling to missions.
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Dec 4, 2015 • 10min

Counsel for Online Shopping Addicts?

Shopping today is more convenient than ever, especially online. But what should we do when online shopping becomes more than just a convenience?
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Dec 3, 2015 • 10min

The Holy Kiss — Relevant Today or Not?

The New Testament mentions greeting one another with a kiss four times. Is that just an outmoded cultural practice, or is there something we can learn from it today?
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Dec 2, 2015 • 12min

Your Suffering Is Working for You

For every believer, we can know with complete confidence that God is not only with us sin our pain, but is producing glory through every ounce of our suffering.
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Dec 1, 2015 • 9min

Is God Directing My Life Through My Anxieties?

God can use anything he wants — even sin — to lead and guide his people. But that doesn’t mean we should seek out sinful means just because God can sovereignly use them.

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