Ever since Mary Magdalene ran from the tomb to tell the disbelieving disciples, “He is risen!” God has used women — single and married — to take the good news…
Category: Desiring God
Why Is It Right to Read a Personal Letter to Philemon? Philemon 1–3, Part 2 – John Piper
When Paul wrote to Philemon on a personal matter, he intended the entire church — including us — to receive grace and peace through his words. Watch Now Read More…
Justified First, Then Made Holy – John Piper
Does obedience secure your right standing with God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:1–4 to explain why pardon comes before progress. Watch Now Read…
Don’t Let Her Die Before You Say This – John Piper
How can we show Christ’s love to a dying, unbelieving loved one? Pastor John shares ten ways believers can embody God’s love. Listen Now Read More Desiring God
The Hope of Heaven in the Hearts of Missionaries – Nathan Knight
What reward motivates missionaries to make great sacrifices for the sake of Christ? We might think first of the expectation that they will see the fruits of their labors in…
Radiance, Power, and Purification: The Superiority of Jesus Christ – John Piper
Sharing God’s nature and upholding creation by his word, the heir of all things suffered in our place to purify us from sin. Who is like Jesus Christ? Watch Now…
Surrender All, Not Some – Jessica B.
Some prayers tick like time bombs. We ask for contentment and humility while squinting, afraid we might just get what we’ve asked for. We are superstitious and fearful, worried that…
Who Was the Apostle Paul? Philemon 1–3, Part 1 – John Piper
Paul is an apostle of Jesus Christ, with all the authority that commission entails. But as he writes to Philemon, he approaches as a friend. Watch Now Read More Desiring…
‘No Condemnation’ Means God Is for You – John Piper
When pain hits, do you assume God is against you? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:1 to show that “no condemnation” means God is…
Give Thanks for Abundance — and Beware – Seth Porch
Westerners are wealthy. Look around, and what do you see? Well-maintained roads, grocery carts overflowing with food, college degrees, a full coffee shop on every corner. Even the poorer among…