J.John

J.John is an evangelist, minister, speaker, broadcaster and writer. He has been in ministry for four decades. He has spoken in towns, cities and universities in 69 countries, establishing Philo Trust in 1982 to organize his various evangelistic ministry offerings. J.John’s weekly podcast, The J.John Podcast, features a range of interviews with Christians from all walks of life and talks by J.John. Click here to listen. J.John’s books are available to order via jjohn.com or through other online or physical bookshops.

Articles by J.John

20 Jan, 2026 16:00 EST

Europe Church & Missions

William Tyndale: faith, focus, and fearlessness

By J.John

This year marks the 500th anniversary of one of the most world-changing books ever printed: William Tyndale’s English New Testament. It was banned, burned and branded heresy, yet it ignited a movement that transformed our language, our literature and our faith.
30 Dec, 2025 14:30 EST

Europe Church & Missions

A light for every season

By J.John

Jesus Christ, the Light of the world, has already come and the darkness has not overcome him. Likewise, we can bring the light into the darkness of our worlds by the smallest of loving merciful actions if we have Christ in us, the hope of glory. Let us recommit to sharing this light into the new year.
13 Dec, 2025 13:55 EST

Europe Church & Missions Bible & Theology

Remembering when heaven came to earth

By J.John

Every December the world pauses, some willingly, some wearily, to tell the story that divided history in two. We call it Christmas, but heaven called it rescue day.
3 Dec, 2025 14:00 EST

Europe Church & Missions Bible & Theology

The wonderous meaning of advent

By J.John

Every year Christmas seems to arrive faster, like a train thundering into the station before we’ve even packed our bags. We rush, we shop, we scroll and then sigh, "Did I really encounter Christ this Christmas?" That’s why we have Advent.
10 Nov, 2025 13:00 EST

Europe Church & Missions

A toe, a tooth, and the theology of perspective

By J.John

"Perspective turns pressure into praise, problems into possibilities, and pain into purpose, and sometimes the only difference between misery and ministry is the way you look at it." Evangelist J.John finds gratitude in a harrowing trip to Australia.
20 Oct, 2025 14:00 EDT

Europe Church & Missions Bible & Theology

Gratitude is a power that can change everything

By J.John

Gratitude is powerful medicine. It is like oxygen for the soul. We don’t thrive without it. We are hard-wired to say "thank you". Psychologists now confirm what scripture has always taught: grateful people are happier, healthier and more hopeful. In contexts of rising conflict, gratitude is a healthier way forward. Ask the Holy Spirit to form that fruit in you for your benefit and those around you.
23 Sep, 2025 15:50 EDT

Europe Church & Missions

Don't let the tall poppy syndrome ruin your experience of the Kingdom of God

By J.John

The Tall Poppy Syndrome has been popularized and exported from Australia but it is endemic in us all and it literally makes us unwell. An antidote can be found throughout Scripture. Rather than drawing others to join us wallowing in misery, we can repent from the Tall Poppy Syndrome and flourish alongside the flourishing.
2 Sep, 2025 13:00 EDT

Europe Society & Culture

The fear of missing out edits God out of our moments and suppresses our joy

By J.John

FOMO (The Fear of Missing Out) erodes our joy. It edits God out of our moments. J.John tells of an experience at a Greek vacation venue where he learned that choosing the "half-board" accommodation rate came at a cost, and it was one that provided him with a valuable spiritual lesson—one we can all learn from.
8 Aug, 2025 17:00 EDT

Europe Church & Missions Family & Children Society & Culture

The sermon on the mouth using words that build, break, and bless

By J.John

Proverbs declares that the tongue has the power of life and death. Words don’t disappear, they lodge. They shape memories, frame identity, and echo long after the sentence ends. Here are some insights into how we should use this remarkable muscle behind our teeth appropriately.
28 Jul, 2025 14:30 EDT

Europe Church & Missions

How to untangle the Gordian Knot of life with wisdom, the word, and the Good Shepherd

By J.John

When life gets knotted, we often ask, ‘How on earth do I unravel this?’ The ancient world called this a Gordian Knot. While knots can be undone with brute force, followers of Jesus have numerous ways to unravel complex situations with scripture and the Holy Spirit's guidance. Here is some advice to help lead you forward.
14 Jun, 2025 21:45 EDT

Europe Family & Children

Father's Day reflections on the cost of fatherhood

By J.John

This Father’s Day, if you’re a father, grandfather, godfather or father-figure, you are carrying a great and sacred calling. Heaven takes notice. You are modelling the heart of God every time you show grace, speak truth, forgive freely.
19 May, 2025 14:30 EDT

Europe Church & Missions

The women who were with Jesus are too easily overlooked

By J.John

In a culture that sidelined women, Jesus included them as partners in ministry. These women were not just passive followers, they were active participants. They were there at the end and at the new beginning.

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