Ask Pastor John

We all need constructive criticism to help us grow and mature. But how do we respond to feedback that seems harsh, and perhaps downright rude?

God has granted us his word and his Spirit to guide us into all truth. Does that mean we don’t really need anyone to teach or instruct us in the ways of the faith.

The Bible speaks not only about joy but “inexpressible joy” and “glorified joy.” Is it really possible for us to experience such bliss on this side of heaven?

Christian ministries often spend significant amounts of money on conferences, marketing, and other things that can seem excessive. Do such expenses align with a wartime lifestyle?

We all know the call to make disciples of all nations, but where do we start? And how do we know if we have actually succeeded?

Scripture is sufficient, and yet there is a lot that we can learn from natural revelation. How do we evaluate those truths not contained in the Bible?

If Adam and Eve sinned in the paradise of Eden, how do we know we won’t sin in the next paradise of the new heavens and the new earth?

In a 2015 message, Pastor John preaches that the gospel brings life, and in this life comes sensitivity to reality, and there is great sadness in reality.

Several passages in Scripture mention being blotted out of the book of life. Does this mean genuine believers can lose their salvation?

We do not have ultimate self-determination, but we will all give an account to God for our choices.

Jesus clearly stated that he needed John to baptize him. But why would Jesus need to go through the waters of baptism if he had not sinned?

In a pluralistic world, Christianity faces all sorts of backlash against its exclusive claims. How can we respond well to the claims of other religions?

Jesus Christ is the Alpha and the Omega. He never had a beginning and will have no end. He is fully and completely God.

Sometimes it’s too easy to question others’ motives, especially if we think they want something from us. How do we fight that tendency to suspicion?

Husbands take their cues from Christ, who gave himself up for the church. How can Christian men serve their wives and kids while leading them?

Can a believer ever be called to a lifelong career that they do not enjoy? Pastor John explains why we should ask a different question.

When seasons of waiting make you feel aimless and without purpose, what truths from Scripture can keep you moving forward.

Which spiritual discipline can help awaken our appetite for God, but is rarely practiced well today?

Taking in the word of God and talking to him in prayer are the most basic, fundamental disciplines. But is there a way to do both of those better?

Discipline is a mark of a believer in Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit gives us new desires to see and savor Jesus Christ wherever we can find him.