Ask Pastor John

Daily audio clips of John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.

Spiritual Dangers of Recreational Marijuana

When a society normalizes sin, how should the church respond? Pastor John calls for spiritual integrity that doesn’t depend on society’s opinion.

09-11
13:06

Should We Rejoice When God Destroys Our Enemies?

God destroys many enemies in the Bible, and he promises to destroy many more in hell. As his people, should we celebrate our enemies’ downfall?

09-08
13:04

Waging War Against Drift

Sometimes, when the Bible describes indifference to God, it sounds like us. How can we resist our tendency to drift away from him?

09-04
12:41

Why Do Citations in the Bible Seem Sloppy?

How might we understand the apparently casual way some biblical writers quote earlier parts of Scripture? Pastor John explores how Hebrews handles God’s word.

09-01
10:47

Glorifying God in 1,000 Decisions a Day

With so many decisions for us to make every day, why doesn’t God tell us exactly what to do in each situation?

08-28
12:29

How Much Church Can I Miss to Serve?

Serving children in Jesus’s name is beautiful and God-pleasing. Gathering for worship is crucial and soul-preserving. So, how much corporate worship should we miss to serve?

08-25
11:07

The High Price of Watching Nudity

In a day when sexualized content seems to be everywhere, including in many shows and movies, Pastor John gives twelve reasons to never watch nudity.

08-21
13:52

We Can’t Endure on Our Own

What might Simon of Cyrene teach us about supporting one another in trials? Pastor John digs into the perseverance of the saints and the church’s crucial role.

08-18
10:58

How Can I Correct Others Gently?

How can we rebuke without compromising love and show gentleness without diminishing truth? Pastor John gives counsel for speaking with emotional wholeness.

08-14
12:33

How Attractive Women Abuse Their Beauty

What does a ring-wearing pig have to do with physical beauty? Pastor John describes God’s purposes for beauty and how we so often misuse it.

08-11
11:37

Silent Women, Speaking Women

Does the Bible say women should never teach anything anywhere? Pastor John traces and applies Paul’s argument from the created order.

08-07
11:09

Was My Pre-Faith Suffering Discipline or Justice?

To understand the two sides of pre-Christian suffering, Pastor John analyzes the two identities we had before we became believers.

08-04
11:30

Living Pure in a Corrupting Screen Age

What happens when Christians saturate themselves with worldly entertainment? Pastor John calls us to offer a resolute no for the sake of a better, sweeter yes.

07-31
12:52

Why Do You Focus on God’s Role in Our Suffering?

Why would anyone say that God causes suffering when Satan is so clearly at work? Pastor John leads us through the shocking sovereignty of God.

07-28
12:10

Loving God in Life’s Biggest Disappointments

How do we live with unfulfilled desires, especially when we thought God had promised them to us? Pastor John meditates on mature sorrow and persevering joy.

07-24
12:15

Coming to Christ for All the Wrong Reasons

What are some common but wrong reasons for coming to Christ? Pastor John warns against coming to Jesus to get something other than Jesus.

07-21
12:45

Does God Condemn Nations Today?

Jesus laid woes on cities and even an entire generation. Does God still render corporate judgments today — and if so, what happens to believers in these groups?

07-17
13:00

Who Is Blocking My Life — Satan or Jesus?

When we feel stuck, is God redirecting us, or are spiritual forces trying to derail us? Pastor John delves into the mysteries of providence.

07-14
13:05

Four Tests for False Teaching

The Internet is full of different teachers and various doctrines. So, how do we discern false teachers from true, and good doctrine from bad?

07-10
12:29

Distorted Doctrine Destroys Lives

As long as we sincerely love God, does it really matter if we have wrong doctrine? Pastor John shows what’s at stake in our knowledge of God and his ways.

07-07
11:59

Ricky Mason

I'm glad I could find your podcast here! Grace and peace to you...

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Jaymie Nelson

Beautifully spoken, Pastor John. Roman's 8:3--that is Christmas!

12-30 Reply

May Liszt

I disagree with the pastor. Look at the history of Israel, how they were punished for legalizing sins.

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SHALOM-Энхтайван

thanks pastor beautiful... :)

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