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.…
Category: Desiring God
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
Spiritual Fuel for Courage – John Piper
Scripture says that God’s gracious burden-bearing power is our spiritual fuel for courage. In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores this power in 1 Peter 5:1–11. Watch…
Even Pastors Doubt: Counsel for Faith Crises in Ministry – Dave Harvey
What might you say to a church leader who’s experiencing a serious crisis of faith? “It’s not mainly about belief in God,” Joel explained to me. “I know he still…
Boldness in a World of Compromise – John Piper
What does God need to do within you to make you bold like the apostle Paul? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12 to…
What Old Testament Promises Are for Me? – John Piper
Can new-covenant Christians claim old-covenant promises? As long as we keep some key distinctions in mind, we not only can, but should. Listen Now Read More Desiring God
The Leader You Long to Follow – David Mathis
From principals to presidents, leadership failures fill the news. We long for someone in power to lead with wisdom and fairness. Praise God, the ideal king has come. Watch Now…
Life, Death, and Ultimate Gain – John Piper
What might our lives look like if we valued Christ above all else? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores this all-important question from Philippians 1:19–21. Watch…
The Use and Abuse of Scripture: How Christian Preachers Wield the Word – David Mathis
It was a long, shameful walk back to the hunting cabin. For well over an hour, I had sat in the deer stand, happily reading and enjoying the quiet morning.…
Give Without Fear – John Piper
Sacrificial giving can be scary, so how can we give generously without succumbing to fear? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper looks to the wonderful promises of…