Ask Pastor John - Desiring God

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What Is the Meaning of Life? Feb 19, 2021

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When life just doesn’t seem to make sense, or even when it seems void of any meaning at all, what can help us to know our purpose again?

Sustained Through the Hardest Suffering Feb 17, 2021

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God’s providence not only governs all things, but it gives us hope in our suffering. We can trust that our all-good God will turn every sorrow to joy.

Why Is Baptism Important? Feb 15, 2021

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Jesus commands the church not only to make disciples, but also to baptize them. But why is baptism so important?

My Teen Is Sexually Active — What Can I Do? Feb 12, 2021

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What can Christian parents do if they discover that one of their children is living in serious sexual sin? Pastor John offers counsel on where to begin.

The Root of Beautiful Patience Feb 10, 2021

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God’s all-pervasive providence is the key that unlocks enduring patience. He is always working more good than we can ever see.

Do My Sins Hinder My Prayers? Feb 08, 2021

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Peter tells us that a husband’s prayers are hindered if he dishonors his wife. Is this just a marriage principle, or does sin always obstruct our prayers?

Is My Happiness Moral or Not? Feb 05, 2021

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Does the presence or absence of happiness say anything about us morally, or is happiness simply a nonmoral state of affairs?

Escaping the Fog of Triviality Feb 03, 2021

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In a culture filled with silliness and superficiality, seeing and savoring the providence of God protects our hearts from trifling with divine things.

Has Porn Already Broken My Future Marriage? Feb 01, 2021

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Pornography distorts our souls. But with the transformation of the Holy Spirit and a hard, honest fight, there is still hope for godly intimacy in marriage.

Before You Tweet Criticism: Six Considerations Jan 29, 2021

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Social media feeds are often infernos of insults and anger. How can Christians engage online in ways that make much of Christ?