If you were giving an exhortation to an obedient people, what temptations would you urge them to guard against? Most of us would likely highlight the danger of pride and…
Category: Desiring God
God’s Will of Decree and Decree of Command: Colossians 1:9–12, Part 3 – John Piper
Understanding all the Bible says about God’s will requires one to think in two categories: the sovereign will of God and the moral will of God. Watch Now Read More…
Conversion Story of a Nation: How Suffering Led Armenia to Christ – Edward L. Smither
In 2001, Armenia celebrated its 1700th anniversary as the first Christian nation in the world. If you were to ask members of the Armenian Apostolic Church today about their church’s…
Death Can Only Make Me Better: Remembering Tim Keller (1950–2023) – Tony Reinke
Today Tim Keller entered the reward of his Master. In this special episode of Ask Pastor John, Tony Reinke shares a sermon clip from Dr. Keller on the joy of…
Popular Blunders About Christ’s Return – John Piper
Discussions of the second coming often spiral into speculation — or misconception. Pastor John explains five mistaken beliefs about Christ’s return. Listen Now Read More Desiring God
Why Boys Don’t Wrestle Girls: Lessons for Our Future Men – Trent Rogers
In my son’s first wrestling tournament, he was dominant. His preparation and good coaching were evident, as he pinned every opponent and won every match — that is, with one…
Press Afresh into Jesus: Four Truths About Genuine Faith – David Mathis
Genuine faith welcomes, enjoys, fears, strives after, and rests in God. And in doing so, genuine faith perseveres. Watch Now Read More Desiring God
Partnering with God in a Thousand Prayers: Colossians 1:9–12, Part 2 – John Piper
Through prayer, we participate in God’s ongoing work of strengthening the saints and bringing them to full maturity. Watch Now Read More Desiring God
Roast What You Kill: Becoming a Man Who Follows Through – Greg Morse
The sluggard’s Instagram is unforgettable. If you have followed him in the Scriptures, you readily picture this creature sticking his hand in the bowl of Cheetos, unwilling to lift it…
Five Ways to Find Wisdom – John Piper
In the midst of a busy life, how can we find the time to read great Christian books? We might begin by setting aside just fifteen minutes a day. Listen…