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The Neglected Meaning of Advent – Ryan Griffith
Today marks the first of four Sundays traditionally celebrated by the church as the season of Advent. And with live nativity displays, Christmas plays, and Advent calendars you’d be forgiven…
Cultivating Christian Connectedness: Colossians 4:10–14, Part 1 – John Piper
How do the greetings in Paul’s letters serve the connectedness of the church? And how might Christians better greet one another in Christ today? Watch Now Read More Desiring God
Take a Chance This Advent: The Season of Waiting Begins – David Mathis
December is the darkest month. January may be coldest (at least here in the northern hemisphere), but December has the winter solstice, least daylight, and most nighttime hours. Without a…
The Sweet Ache of Friendship: Braving Shadows and Chasing Heaven – Gerrit Scott Dawson
I’d like to walk with you through the pages of a fairy tale about friendship and loss, shadows and beauty. You’ll know if you want to accept this invitation by…
Depravity’s Descent – John Piper
Human depravity reveals itself when people sin, and when they urge others to do the same. In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 1:28–32 to…
How Could Bad News Encourage Anyone? Colossians 4:7–9 – John Piper
In the providence of God, even the events that we view as obstacles work to advance the gospel. God turns barriers into blessings. Watch Now Read More Desiring God
Seize the Season: Three Ways Fathers Capture Advent – Matt Bradner
Fathers, I have a confession: I get “the feels” around all things Christmas. Listening to nonstop holiday music (after Thanksgiving, of course), the sight of a tree on a car,…
Gospel Healing for Twisted Thought – John Piper
If we naturally twist God’s truth, where can we find hope? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 1:28–32 to answer that question. Watch Now…
How to Study the Bible on a Topic – John Piper
How can normal Christians learn to study the Bible on a topic? Pastor John models his own approach as he prepares answers for ‘Ask Pastor John.’ Listen Now Read More…