Ask Pastor John - Desiring God

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The Flavors of Holy Joy Nov 09, 2026

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A well-cooked meal and a newborn baby fill our hearts with different delights. Pastor John explains how God’s gifts offer us a multicolored experience of joy.

How Evil Works Nov 05, 2026

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How does Satan influence the world, and where do we see his work most clearly? Pastor John describes Satan’s power and limits under Christ’s victorious work.

Peace for Second-Guessers Nov 02, 2026

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How do we know when we’ve worked hard enough? Pastor John offers six ways to fight anxiety and rest in the grace of Christ.

Was Piper Unprepared? Oct 29, 2026

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In 1980, Bethlehem Baptist Church hired 34-year-old John Piper as lead pastor. Pastor John reflects on the life experience and biblical worldview that prepared him for ministry.

Happiness Myths to Avoid Oct 26, 2026

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Modern psychology defines happiness as “self-fulfillment.” But without God, our souls will always long for greater satisfaction and joy.

When God Is Against Me Oct 22, 2026

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Can God act as a Christian’s enemy through suffering? Pastor John explains how God’s painful providences do not conflict with his enduring love for his children.

Can My Pain Kill My Sins? Oct 19, 2026

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Does suffering kill the sin within us? Pastor John argues from 1 Peter 4:1 that believers die to sin with Christ so we can live to his righteousness.

Trapped in a Meaningless Life Oct 15, 2026

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Loss can lead to despair over God’s plan for our lives. When we can’t perceive meaning in life, Pastor John counsels us to find comfort in God’s glorious purpose in Christ.

Do Good People Get Hurt? Oct 12, 2026

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Does the Bible promise that believers will not be harmed for doing good? Pastor John explains the context of 1 Peter 3:13 and God’s sovereign wisdom in suffering.

The Marriage Miracle That Takes Time Oct 08, 2026

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Loving our spouses for better or worse includes loving them through their spiritual apathy. Pastor John gives ten encouragements for the weary.

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