Ask Pastor John - Desiring God

Latest Episodes:

Are Raised Hands in Worship Just Showing Off? Jan 12, 2026

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When we lift our hands in worship, are we displaying public faithfulness or public performance? Pastor John gives three ways to test our hearts.

Piper, Did You Miss Something? Jan 08, 2026

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How do we rejoice in God without neglecting to rejoice in our salvation? Pastor John clarifies how to rightly rejoice in God and his good gifts.

Maximize Your Daily Bible Reading Jan 05, 2026

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How does reading the Bible lead to life transformation? Pastor John offers three suggestions to experience more of the Spirit’s power.

Make a Life Plan for 2026 Jan 01, 2026

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How do we craft a personal mission statement? Pastor John helps us draw the details of our lives into God’s ultimate purpose.

God Wants Your Resolve Dec 29, 2025

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How can we make New Year’s resolutions in a way that honors God? Pastor John explains the mystery of fulfilling resolves in the strength of another.

The Gift Trap Dec 25, 2025

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How can we root our joy in Jesus rather than in his gifts? Pastor John gives four strategies for loving God in and above every gift.

What a Fruitful Devotional Feels Like Dec 22, 2025

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What does it feel like to meet the living God in the pages of Scripture? Pastor John gives us a glimpse into a profound encounter with God.

Complacency: A Silent Killer Dec 18, 2025

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How do we avoid falling into spiritual complacency amid daily routines? Pastor John warns of the danger of viewing God as a nonfactor in everyday life.

When You Get Accused Dec 15, 2025

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How should we respond when we face accusations, especially if they seem unwarranted? Pastor John helps us bear all kinds of criticism with gutsy guilt.

Loving Aging Parents Well Dec 11, 2025

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How can we love our aging parents through the many challenges of caregiving? Pastor John shares counsel from Scripture and personal experience.