Ask Pastor John

The discussion dives into the meaning of divine providence and its importance in shaping history and creation. It highlights reflections on the tumultuous events of 2020, examining faith amid life's beauty and challenges. The episode also emphasizes the global impact of translating spiritual teachings, ensuring accessibility across cultures. Additionally, aspirations for a comprehensive book on providence are shared, showcasing the transformative power of understanding God's sovereignty and promoting support for independent Christian booksellers.

We know that God is committed to saving his people. But does he ever become so frustrated with us that he regrets having made us in the first place?

Our cravings can take us to new spouses, new jobs, or even new cities or countries. But there is only one place we’ll find the satisfaction we seek.

As a husband, I know that God calls me to lead my family. But what if my wife is more capable and more spiritually mature than I am?

Jesus calls us to renounce all we have to follow him. But how can we gauge if we are fully and completely committed to him?

Unless God enables our obedience, we work and serve in vain. All true obedience flows from the strength he supplies.

Proverbs says that no one who visits the “forbidden woman” will return to the paths of life. So, is a man who seeks a prostitute doomed?

Does God harden sinners’ hearts only in response to their persistent sin, or is their sin a result of his prior hardening?

In this life, we will have trouble. But every trial paves the way to an inheritance with Christ that will satisfy us forever.

We know that God works all things together for the good of his people. But does “all things” include even our sins?