Ask Pastor John

How Should Christians Think About Socialism?

How does socialism borrow from the Bible? And how does socialism differ from biblical principles on compassion and justice?

Is the Refugee Crisis an End-Times Event?

As peoples spread and migrate across the globe, Christianity ebbs and flows. But there is no reason to believe that God won’t use the movement of peoples to advance the gospel.

Should I Care at All What People Think of Me?

Christ frees every believer from being overly concerned with what others think. But that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t care at all.

God Wrote a Book — That Changes All Other Books

Good books have so much to offer for the Christian life. Pastor John describes seven ways books have shaped him personally.

Loving Money Is Suicide

We all need money and we all use money. But when we begin to seek happiness in money, we are taking steps toward destruction.

What’s the Difference Between Self-Love and Self-Esteem?

Jesus commands us to love others as we love ourselves. Does that mean he wants us to have high self-esteem?

Eight Promises to Students Facing Ridicule at School

How can a student face persecution from their peers at school? What promises can they hold on to when all seems to be shaking?

Do Arminians Preach a Sufficient Gospel?

Spurgeon seemed to say that Arminians preach an insufficient gospel. But can our theological commitments really ruin our gospel presentation to the point that it’s completely defective?

Is God Only Glorified by People Who Love Him?

God will receive glory from every part of his creation, even from those who rebel against him. But he receives most glory from the believer when our hearts find our fullest satisfaction in him.

Consistent Spiritual Discipline Is Not Legalism

Consistent spiritual discipline is Christian living and is not legalistic.

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