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Ask Pastor John

John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.

  1. 10 HR AGO

    Can a Church Require Tithing?

    Should church leaders require Christians to tithe since God commanded tithing in the Old Testament? Pastor John commends a better approach.

    10 min

  2. 3 DAYS AGO

    Can We Know Truth with Complete Certainty?

    Arguments, logic, and careful analysis may give us 99 percent certainty for some doctrine or truth claim. But what about the remaining 1 percent?

    13 min

  3. 7 NOV

    Ministry After God Takes a Beloved Wife

    Why did God take the life of Ezekiel’s wife and then command Ezekiel not to mourn? Pastor John considers the perplexing yet merciful ways of God.

    12 min

  4. 4 NOV

    I Want God’s Wrath on My Enemy

    How can we love our enemies when they treat us horrifically? Pastor John appeals to six biblical realities to help us face unimaginable darkness.

    11 min

  5. 31 OCT

    How Not to Respond to Suffering

    “Curse God and die.” Why does the author of Job relate the apparent despair of Job’s wife? What purpose does she play in the message of the book?

    13 min

  6. 28 OCT

    Perfectionism Makes Me Indecisive — What Can I Do?

    How can perfectionists make decisions without getting paralyzed by fear? Pastor John shares seven encouragements for those who feel stuck.

    11 min

  7. 24 OCT

    When Are Good Grades Good Enough?

    How much should we sacrifice in order to do excellent work? Pastor John encourages perfectionists to find wisdom from a strong, spiritually mature community.

    11 min

  8. 21 OCT

    What Future Judgment Will Christians Face?

    If Christians are no longer under wrath, why does Paul say that we will stand before God’s judgment seat? Pastor John clarifies the Christian’s future judgment.

    13 min
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John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.

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    Desiring God
  • Years Active
    2013 - 2024
  • Episodes
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