Ask Pastor John
Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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Jun 5, 2013 • 3min
Personal Comfort in God’s Sovereignty Over Evil
If God is absent, life is meaningless; if he is helpless, we have no hope. But if he is sovereign, he works even evil for the good of his children.
Jun 4, 2013 • 7min
Can God Ordain Evil Without Being Evil?
If no single evil act falls outside of God’s control, how can God be completely good?
Jun 3, 2013 • 4min
On Pastors Who Use Churches as Studios
God may choose to extend the influence of a pastor beyond the church doors, but his call remains the same: Faithfully feed your flock.
May 31, 2013 • 8min
Can a Born-Again Christian Lose Salvation?
A born-again person cannot be unborn again. If God has called you by name, he is faithful to keep you until the end.
May 30, 2013 • 3min
Is Jeremiah 29:11 a Promise to Christians?
If the promise in Jeremiah 29:11 was made to exiles in Babylon, what business do Christians have claiming it for themselves?
May 28, 2013 • 4min
Boundaries for Non-Christian Friendships
In their friendships with non-Christians, are believers loving and transforming, or conforming and being transformed?
May 27, 2013 • 3min
Stranded on a Desert Island, What Books Do You Bring?
What three books would you want with you if you were stranded on a desert island? Pastor John shares his three picks.
May 24, 2013 • 7min
Can a White Woman Marry a Black Man?
God does not restrict believers from marrying someone with a different skin color. He only requires that they be a Christ-follower.
May 23, 2013 • 8min
On Cussing
If you feel tempted to cuss, ask, “Is it going to build this person up? Will it make them stronger? Will it make Christ more beautiful in their eyes?”
May 22, 2013 • 8min
Will World History Become the Ballad of Eternity?
God does not intend for us to forget about our earthly lives when we enter heaven. We will be singing about the trophies of his grace for all eternity.
