Ask Pastor John

What will happen to Christian Hedonism in generations to come? Pastor John shares eight dangers for young Christian Hedonists.

Christian Hedonism does not revise Reformed theology. Rather, it clarifies one of the central assumptions of Reformed theology.

Is there an alternative between empty, duty-driven worship and spontaneous, joyful worship? Pastor John gives six marks of a middle way.

We all want to know we are making the right decisions. To decide wisely, do we need to hear from God beyond what he has already written?

All of us experience harassing thoughts. Where do these thoughts come from? And how do we respond?

This podcast could bring life and joy, or it could be a deadly weapon in the enemy’s hands. Pastor John explains how not to use Ask Pastor John.

Does our obedience or our joy come first? Pastor John explains that joy-driven obedience is the only obedience worth pursuing.

Our greatest hope in prayer is not getting what we asked for, but rather in the goodness of our Father, who always gives what is best for his children.

Our past sexual sin is not beyond the reach of God’s forgiveness — unless we don’t give it up. It’s not too late to turn and receive God’s mercy.

What was Jesus commending in the parable of the dishonest manager, and what are the implications for Christians today?

God designs all our weaknesses — even those that leave us unable to do anything. And one of his purposes in our weaknesses is to sanctify the strong.

God designed us as male and female for his glory. And he intends for us to reflect him in every relationship, not just marriage.

What does it mean to be united to Christ? Pastor John shows how we can begin to mine the riches of this doctrine from Scripture.

Gambling your money — whether at a slot machine or with your fantasy team — is not just unwise. It is sin. Pastor John gives seven reasons why.

When the teenage years come, we get to teach our kids how to move from reading the Bible to studying it. Here are seven places to start.

How do we approach the deathbeds of professing Christians whose faith we are not sure is real? Pastor John offers four ways to love them.

Treasuring Christ is a key ingredient to saving faith. But what if you don’t remember treasuring him when you were converted?

A premarital pregnancy means a couple has chosen sin over God. But it doesn’t mean they need to continue to make that choice.

God clearly calls believers to marry only believers. But does a premarital pregnancy introduce an exception?

In general, Pastor John avoids talking about politics, breaking news, and hot trends. Why doesn’t he address such cultural issues more often?