Ask Pastor John

John Piper, a renowned pastor and theologian celebrated for his insights into Christian Hedonism, delves into the battle against lust and the urgent need for purity through the supremacy of Christ. He emphasizes the destructive nature of lust, urging listeners to embrace a biblical perspective on sexuality for true fulfillment. Piper reflects on Christ's divine attributes, showcasing how understanding His sovereignty and love can transform one's faith and help conquer sin. Listeners share their personal journeys influenced by Piper's impactful teachings.

What is purgatory, and why have thoughtful Christians like C.S. Lewis believed in it? Does this belief in afterlife cleansing find support in Scripture?

Jesus commands us to love our neighbors. But how can we love them if they don’t want our help, or if they even actively ignore us?

Christians are new creations in Christ — yet we still feel the familiar pull of the old self. How do we reckon with the persistence of indwelling sin?

Some parts of the world seem to endure far more sorrow than other parts. Does God favor some places and peoples more than others?

Some of us find ourselves confessing the same sins over and over. How do we know our repentance is real if we repeatedly lose the same battles?

If we try to make much of the love of God by downplaying the wrath of God, we destroy the love of God.

The primary responsibility for a child’s education belongs to parents, not to the state. So, what can parents do when the state tries to take control?

The book of Genesis records life spans in the hundreds of years. Why did the first humans live for so long — and why are our life spans today so short?

Exploring the challenges of handling revelations of spiritual leader's misconduct, betrayal and worldly temptations in gospel partnerships, the perils of hypocrisy and manipulation in storytelling, navigating manipulation and staying focused on Christ