Dear Caleb, You’ve recently shared your frustrations about the Christian life. It is difficult; “somewhat miserable,” you say. You begin to see more victory over sexual sin, but the heart…
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All Deserted Paul, Except the Lord: 2 Timothy 4:14–18, Part 2 – John Piper
What hope do we have in suffering and persecution? John Piper meditates on the power of God to strengthen us even when everyone else has turned away. Watch Now Read…
The God Who Breaks Us with Kindness – John Piper
If God refuses to act “for our sake,” does that mean he refuses to do us good? Pastor John resolves a perplexity and holds forth lavish grace from Ezekiel 36.…
When Worry Replaces Trust – John Piper
How do we grow into fearless trust? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Luke 12:22–31 to show how Jesus leads us beyond worry into kingdom freedom.…
Keep the Gospel at Your Fingertips – Stephen Witmer
Some months ago, my church installed a new security system. One day soon after, I entered the building, unaware that the system was active. To my surprise and consternation, a…
Contrite Courage: How the Guilty Lean on Grace – John Piper
How do Christians respond to God’s fatherly indignation against our sin? The prophet Micah teaches us: Respond with brokenhearted boldness, with contrite courage. Listen Now Read More Desiring God
Paul Gives Up Alexander to Judgment: 2 Timothy 4:14–18, Part 1 – John Piper
What can unbelievers expect in return for rejecting God’s grace? Alexander the coppersmith, a strong opponent of the gospel, serves as a sobering example. Watch Now Read More Desiring God
Sports Open Surprising Doors: The Story of an Inner-City Movement – J.T. Reeves
When I was hired for my church’s city ministry, my boss’s first words to me were, “You should be in the church office as little as possible.” His second words?…
The Snare of Wanting More – John Piper
What fuels the world’s evils? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 1 Timothy 6:6–10 to show how love for money corrupts the heart and spreads ruin.…
How One Bible Verse Disarmed a Mob – John Piper
Does Psalm 82 teach that human beings are gods? Pastor John describes the moment when Jesus quoted the psalm to escape an early death. Listen Now Read More Desiring God