Episodes

Episode 2042

Why Does God Allow Satan to Block the Gospel?

Satan
God could destroy Satan at any moment. So, why has God allowed Satan to blind the minds of unbelievers from seeing the glory of Christ?
Episode 2041

Are Parents to Blame for Prodigals?

Parenting
Does Proverbs 22:6 promise that children raised by godly parents will become Christians? Pastor John explains the proverb and points parents to their ultimate hope.
Episode 2040

How to Write a Good Sentence

Speech, Poetry
What makes a good sentence? Good sentences are true, clear, authentic, thoughtful, creative, well-timed, clean, loving, and glorifying to God.
Episode 2039

A Daily Morning Exercise

Joy
How can we walk through this world of sin, suffering, and futility with strength and joy? Psalm 90:14 holds the key.
Episode 2038

Am I Confident or Arrogant?

Pride & Humility
In a society steeped in self-worth and self-esteem, how can Christians aim for significance in a way that glorifies Christ?
Episode 2037

Should the Church ‘Bless’ Same-Sex Relationships?

Homosexuality
Should churches be willing to somehow “bless” same-sex relationships? Pastor John responds to Pope Francis’s concerning proposal.
Episode 2036

How Can I Glorify God as I Pray for Myself?

Prayer
God does everything he does for his glory, including answering our prayers. So, how can we align all our requests with this big, overarching purpose?
Episode 2035

Am I Abusing Caffeine?

Diet & Exercise
How can we tell if we’re abusing caffeine (or any food or drink)? Pastor John offers three questions to guide a Christian’s consumption.
Episode 2034

‘Death Is Yours’ — What Does Paul Mean?

Death & Dying
If death belongs to the children of God, as the apostle Paul says, then death not only loses its sting, but it turns around and becomes our servant.
Episode 2033

The Man Who Died in the Pulpit

Death & Dying
On September 22, 1967, V. Raymond Edman collapsed while delivering a chapel message at Wheaton. Pastor John reflects on his college chancellor’s final words.