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- 985Why a Crowd Got ResurrectedAt Jesus’s last breath, a crowd of saints rose from their tombs in Jerusalem. Pastor John offers six reasons Matthew’s Gospel includes this event.
- 986Your Regrets Cannot Ruin YouCan past sins separate us from the love of God? Pastor John offers hope in God’s promised forgiveness for believers wrestling with crippling shame.
- 987Selfies in the End TimesAre selfies a sign of the end times? Pastor John looks beyond smartphones and social media to our society’s desire for deep satisfaction.
- 988The Pleasure TrapHow can Christians avoid placing a relationship or hobby over a desire for God? Pastor John calls us to let earthly delights turn us Godward.
- 989Can My Silence Cost Souls?Why does evangelism matter when God has chosen whom he will save? Pastor John unpacks and rejoices in our role as God’s instruments.
- 990When Nice People Face GodDoes eternal punishment in hell bring God glory? Pastor John challenges the rejection of God’s judgment by pointing to his unmerited mercies and perfect righteousness.
- 991How a Crushed Faith Comes HomeDeep suffering can drive us away from true hope and comfort. But our Father waits to gather us back to himself.
- 992When Walking Away Feels GoodWhy should we follow Jesus when life seems easier without him? Pastor John responds to a man questioning the cost of daily obedience.
- 993Why Did Jesus Call Her a Dog?Did Jesus demean the Canaanite woman he called a dog? Pastor John explains how Jesus’s test revealed her great faith — and her adoption as one of God’s own.
- 994Daily Vigilance for Lifelong ProductivityDaily productivity requires often elusive focus and grit. Pastor John offers ten charges to live each day to the glory of God.
- 995The Barrier to Doctrinal MaturityIs 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.
- 996The Joy That Sustained JesusJesus endured unspeakable agony at the cross. Pastor John marvels at the force of his love sustained by expectant joy.
- 997Do We Need to Go to Church Every Week?Gathering with other Christians is a crucial way to encourage and be encouraged in Christ. But do we really need to gather every week?
- 998Six Traits of a Forgettable SermonRigorous exposition isn’t at odds with engaging preaching. Pastor John encourages pastors to work for creativity when technical, abstract sermons feel easier.
- 999When I’m Too Weak to Be ProductiveCan a disabled mother model the Proverbs 31 woman? Pastor John describes the gift of a heart that hopes in God’s steadfast love.
- 1000The Perils of a Quick FixHow 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.
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