Ask Pastor John - Desiring God

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How Can We Know God? Mar 12, 2021

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Before we can ask who God is, we need to know where to find the answer. Where can we go to learn the truth about who God reveals himself to be?

The Courage We Need for Mission Mar 10, 2021

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God’s providence isn’t an obstacle to evangelism and missions. It is, instead, our only hope to see the good news of the gospel reach all nations.

Do We Dishonor God by Neglecting His Gifts? Mar 08, 2021

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We dishonor God when we love the gifts more than the Giver. But we also dishonor him when we forget all the gifts he has given.

John Piper’s Big Book on the Providence of God Mar 06, 2021

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John Piper’s newest book, ‘Providence,’ celebrates the all-embracing, all-pervasive, invincible providence of God.

Why Did Jesus Choose Judas? Mar 05, 2021

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If Jesus knew that Judas would betray him in the end, why did Jesus choose Judas as a disciple to begin with?

Finding the Confidence to Pray Mar 03, 2021

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The doctrine of God’s all-governing providence is not a problem for our prayers. It is our only hope for our prayers coming to pass.

I’m Likely Going to Prison — Now What? Mar 01, 2021

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Where is God when I face life-changing consequences for my sin? Can he really work for my good, even in a punishment as severe as prison?

Should I Ever Pursue My Dreams? Feb 26, 2021

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Can we pursue our own dreams while also obeying God? Or do we need to give up our dreams in order to follow what Jesus is really calling us to?

Protected from False Teaching Feb 24, 2021

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Joyful faith in the all-governing providence of God immunizes us against false teaching that exalts man and detracts from the glory due to God alone.

Who Wrote the Bible? Feb 22, 2021

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The question “Who wrote the Bible?” has a double answer: God and man. Humans held the quill, but God ultimately inspired their words.

Ask Pastor John – Desiring God