John Piper

Christian Post Guest Columnist

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Sep 6, 2011
Is It Wrong for Men to Listen to Female Speakers?
The Bible is clear that women shouldn't teach and have authority over men. This doesn't mean you can't learn from a woman
Aug 26, 2011
Should Christians Be Willing to Read Books of Other Religions?
If I want people of other religions to consider the message of the Bible, should I be willing return the favor and read their holy books as well?
Aug 21, 2011
Does God Get More Glory If People Have Free Will?
The most glorious universe is the universe in which we really will things, and we are really responsible for what we will, and we will be held accountable for the choices we make. And God is still absolutely sovereign over those willings.
Aug 17, 2011
What Should We Teach About Creation?
How far should we go in teaching creationism in the church? How important or unimportant is it?
Aug 15, 2011
Is God's Salvation Plan a Failure Since Many Are Going to Hell?
God does not desire that anyone should perish, but we know many people are going to hell. So is God's plan of salvation a success or failure?
Aug 4, 2011
If God Wants Me to Be Happy, Why Do I Have So Much Suffering?
Chronic illness, difficult marriages, losing a child—doesn't God want me to be happy? God definitely wants you to be happy long-term and infinitely
Jul 25, 2011
How to Respond to Someone Who Thinks Whites Are Superior
Jul 18, 2011
Is It Ever Appropriate to Call Out Prosperity Gospel Teachers by Name?
I think that what happens when you name names is both good and bad. The good is that people are warned, and they now know that if they're going to turn on that TV program they're going to be alert to watch for error and be more protected, maybe. The downside is that it so quickly becomes a personal thing
Jun 27, 2011
What Is at Stake in the Battle to Redefine Marriage?
I think we have fallen in the last two centuries (and the last fifty years especially) into such a sense of individualism and tolerance that about the only vice that some people can conceive of is not tolerating other people's lifestyle choices.
Jun 14, 2011
How Do I Heal From Cheating Spouse?
First, in healing a heart we need to recognize that healing is sometimes a very gutsy thing and not just a tender thing. It's both.