Episodes

Episode 2166

Four Tests for False Teaching

Preaching & Teaching
The Internet is full of different teachers and various doctrines. So, how do we discern false teachers from true, and good doctrine from bad?
Episode 2165

Distorted Doctrine Destroys Lives

False Teaching
As long as we sincerely love God, does it really matter if we have wrong doctrine? Pastor John shows what’s at stake in our knowledge of God and his ways.
Episode 2164

Surviving the Social Media Flood of Life Advice

The Unwasted Life
When we feel the pressure of worldly expectations, what should really matter to us? Pastor John defines true success in a world of conflicting advice.
Episode 2163

Did We Sin Our Marriage Away?

Divorce & Remarriage
If a couple sins their way into marriage, should they split up and start over? Pastor John calls a weary husband and wife back to their lifelong covenant.
Episode 2162

Did God Forgive Me If I Don’t Feel Forgiven?

Assurance of Salvation
How can we be sure that God truly forgives us, especially when our past sins feel unforgivable? Pastor John ministers hope to the unassured.
Episode 2161

Guard Your Mind from Trash

Life of the Mind
In a corrupted and corrupting world, how can we protect our minds without becoming isolated or indifferent to the world around us?
Episode 2160

Jesus’s Warnings to the Comfortable

The Unwasted Life
When Jesus calls down woes on the rich, full, and laughing, does he have any qualifications in mind? Pastor John uncovers a clue in the context.
Episode 2159

Seven Ways to Break Free from Misplaced Hope

Heaven & Hell
What if we feel more excited to see family than to see Jesus in heaven? Pastor John offers seven practical suggestions for pursuing deeper love for Christ.
Episode 2158

Are My Struggles Personal or Demonic?

Spiritual Warfare
If we don’t wrestle against flesh and blood, why does it so often feel like we do? Pastor John explores the demonic designs in human opposition.
Episode 2157

Is It Wrong to Get a Little Drunk Sometimes?

Pursuit of Holiness
If we want to get close to God, then we won’t ask how close we can get to sin. We’ll ask how we can enjoy more of the Holy Spirit’s fullness.