Ask Pastor John

I’ve heard the gospel, but how can I be sure that I am truly ready to surrender my whole life to Jesus Christ?

God offers all of his children joy in Christ now. But compared to heaven, those are just mere glimpses of what is to come.

Throughout the Scriptures, God’s people feast as an expression of their joy in the Lord. What would it look like for the church to be known for celebration and joy?

Sin and anxiety threaten to still our happiness every day. Thankfully, Jesus offers us greater pleasure than sin and an antidote to all our worry.

As we read the Bible, we see a God who is righteously angry at sin. But we can’t let that overshadow the reality that God is a fundamentally happy being.

We often hear that joy and happiness are fundamentally different. But does this idea actually hold up to the way the Bible presents the concepts of happiness and joy to us?

If we are inclined to embrace emotion more than thinking, what biblical truths might help us embrace a balance between passion and intellect?

Do I dishonor God when I quit something that I have committed to? What if that commitment prevents me from doing other things that honor the Lord?

Delving into the significance of preaching and eternal connections, this podcast explores how the story of Ruth transcends its narrative to reveal a bigger divine plan. It emphasizes how seemingly small actions can contribute to a grander purpose in life.

Our vocation isn’t something we do apart from efforts to know and enjoy God. Rather, our work should be the very sphere where we publicly enjoy and show off the glory of God.