Ask Pastor John

For the Christian, knowing God’s word and world increases our sorrow — and our joy.

Sorrow and suffering make up daily life across the world. So what does it look like for Christians to be both happy and sorrowful?

How should believers behave toward family members who walk in unrepentant sin but continue to call themselves Christians?

Even if deliverance does not come right away, our prayers are not in vain. If you are stuck in sin, this prayer is for you.

Memorizing Scripture offers Christians at least eight benefits, including fostering fellowship with Jesus and combating Satan’s lies.

Sexual attraction is not essential for marriage, but God does call for marital intimacy — both physical and emotional.

The Bible doesn’t detail the cultural symbols for a marriage ceremony. Does this mean a wedding doesn’t need to happen in a church?

Viewing horrific images may prepare Christians distant from horrors in the world to embrace the sovereignty of God over what is to come.

What should our response be to Mark Driscoll’s failures? Pastor John unpacks some lessons from his partnership with the former Seattle pastor.

Know the glories and beauties of Christ who reigns supreme over kings and tyrants, over mountains and hurricanes, over time and death.

Family worship often includes prayer and reading scripture. But it can also include singing and memorization as you leave a legacy of worship.

If no one can say that Jesus is Lord except in the Holy Spirit, then why are there people who say, “Lord, Lord,” whom Christ denies ever knowing?

When the Israelites entered the Promised Land, they slaughtered at God’s command. How can Christians claim the moral high ground over modern genocides?

It’s a weighty thing to be a pastor. Shepherds bear greater responsibility. How do we discern when they are abusing their position?

When the fresh water from Jesus’s well quenches your thirsty soul, the tepid drink of praise from other people loses its allure.

What does Paul mean when he commands us to be “rooted and built up” in Christ? How does he tell us to get there?

If you are new to the Bible, the life and ministry of Jesus recorded in the gospels will illuminate the rest of the Bible. Let the adventure begin!

If Jesus says, “Whatever you ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you,” how can James say that sometimes God withholds our requests?

When we pray to God as our Father, we remember he is more than a boss. He is the lover of our still sinful souls, working in us to seek after him.

Our requests, our laments, and even our complaints in prayer have worth in the hands of the God who works sovereignly through them.