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Ask Pastor John

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Latest episodes

Can My Pain Kill My Sins?

October 19, 2026 · 11 min

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

October 15, 2026 · 16 min

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?

October 12, 2026 · 13 min

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

October 8, 2026 · 13 min

Loving our spouses for better or worse includes loving them through their spiritual apathy. Pastor John gives ten encouragements for the weary.
When You’re Not Sorry

October 5, 2026 · 12 min

When someone confronts you wrongly, should you apologize? Pastor John encourages humility and reconciliation without giving in to emotional manipulation.

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The Gospel Before Jesus Died

October 1, 2026 · 14 min

Did Jesus preach the gospel before his death and resurrection? Pastor John calls us to a deeper understanding of God as Creator and King, and Jesus as Lord and Savior.
The Perils of a Quick Fix

September 28, 2026 · 12 min

How can we witness to those who just want a quick fix? Pastor John presses home the shocking reality of eternity and the astounding love of Jesus.
When I’m Too Weak to Be Productive

September 24, 2026 · 12 min

Can a disabled mother model the Proverbs 31 woman? Pastor John describes the gift of a heart that hopes in God’s steadfast love.
Six Traits of a Forgettable Sermon

September 21, 2026 · 13 min

Rigorous exposition isn’t at odds with engaging preaching. Pastor John encourages pastors to work for creativity when technical, abstract sermons feel easier.
Do We Need to Go to Church Every Week?

September 17, 2026 · 13 min

Gathering with other Christians is a crucial way to encourage and be encouraged in Christ. But do we really need to gather every week?
The Joy That Sustained Jesus

September 14, 2026 · 13 min

Jesus endured unspeakable agony at the cross. Pastor John marvels at the force of his love sustained by expectant joy.
The Barrier to Doctrinal Maturity

September 10, 2026 · 13 min

Is the Bible accessible only to readers with a high IQ? Pastor John reframes biblical maturity as a moral issue centered on our obedience, not our intellect.