Throughout my decade as an unmarried man in the church (from age 19 to 29), I learned a lot about godly single manhood. One lesson that proved somewhat elusive, however,…
Category: Desiring God
The Perplexities of Forgiving and Forbearing: Colossians 3:12–14, Part 3 – John Piper
The bite of others’ sin hurts more when repentance never comes. How do Christians become long-suffering in relationships? Watch Now Read More Desiring God
Unashamed of the Gospel – John Piper
What does it look like to be unashamed of the gospel in the face of opposition? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 1:16 to…
Divine Assurance Against Fear – John Piper
How does God’s strength help us in our weakness? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper holds out encouragement from Isaiah 41:1–13. Watch Now Read More Desiring God
Men of Exemplary Faith: How Pastors Lead a Church Well – Ray Ortlund
Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in . . . faith. (1 Timothy 4:12) The great thing about setting an example is…
Is Joy a Choice or a Feeling? – John Piper
Genuine joy in God is far deeper than a choice we make. Even so, our actions can help or hinder the spontaneous experience of joy. Listen Now Read More Desiring…
Put on Bowels of Mercy: Colossians 3:12–14, Part 2 – John Piper
You need biblical bowels. What on earth are those, and how does a Christian embrace this unusual command? Watch Now Read More Desiring God
The Successful and Worthless Husband: Five Marks of Foolish Men – Marshall Segal
If you lived in his neighborhood, it would be hard not to be at least a little jealous. He has everything any ordinary man on the street would want —…
Act Like Men – Greg Morse
The Christian man who makes women and children and the church safe, is the man who makes demons and the wicked uneasy. A shepherd, his staff and rod comfort them.…
Christian, You Are Chosen, Holy, Loved: Colossians 3:12–14, Part 1 – John Piper
What difference does it make in our actual lives as Christians to know ourselves as chosen, holy, and loved by God? Watch Now Read More Desiring God