Ask the Pastor with J.D. Greear Archives

Nehemiah’s story reminds us that God is often at work long before we recognize it. From Cyrus’s decree to the rebuilding of Jerusalem to a modern...

Nehemiah’s response to Jerusalem’s brokenness gives Christians a powerful model for prayer. His prayer begins with adoration, moves through honest...

What does it mean that Jesus fulfilled the Law? It means that every law pointed to him.

If Christians are saved by grace, what role do the Ten Commandments still play? This article explains how God’s Law continues to guide believers,...

Church was never meant to be a weekly event built around one leader. This reflection from Exodus 18 shows why shared leadership, real membership,...

The manna in the wilderness was more than food. It was a lesson in trust. This devotional challenges you to ask what you’re depending on for...

Faith often feels like stepping into the unknown, trusting God to catch us when we let go. Abraham’s story shows us how tests of faith deepen our...

What if joy isn’t found in having more, but in giving more? This reflection challenges two common myths and reveals how generosity shapes a fuller,...

Heaven isn’t just better than you imagine—it’s everything your heart truly longs for. From ultimate satisfaction to eternal joy, God’s promises of...

When suffering hits, a “gentle” Jesus isn’t enough—you need to see the One who holds the power of stars and reigns over it all.

What if the struggle you’ve begged God to remove is actually the very thing He’s using to keep you close to Him?

When life feels out of control, Revelation pulls back the curtain—Jesus holds the keys to everything, and His plan will not fail.

What if the resurrection isn’t just about what happens after you die—but everything about how you live right now?

Most people think of Jesus as boldly marching to the cross, but in the Garden of Gethsemane, we see something shockingly different—Jesus trembling,...

Is tithing still relevant, or is it just an outdated Old Testament rule? Discover the timeless principle of first fruits giving and why God calls...