ABSTRACT: The Puritans were such able theologians and physicians of souls because they were so committed to carefully studying Scripture in deep conversation with the best of church history. Mining…
Category: THEOLOGY
The Cross Proves God Is Just – John Piper
How does God remain just as he forgives sinners? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 3:21–26 to show how Christ’s death vindicates God’s righteousness. Watch…
Ecclesiastes: Chasing the Wind
Trapped in a dark world without a clear view of God, the writer of Ecclesiastes went on a desperate search for meaning. He indulged in everything this life could offer—pleasure,…
Why Does the Lord’s Supper Matter?
Why do we eat food? Sometimes we eat because we are hungry. Other times, we eat because we need energy. In some instances, we eat because we need to balance…
Three Metrics for Your Fitness – John Piper
When does stewardship of the body cross over into self-glorification? Pastor John helps us test our motivations with three questions. Listen Now Read More Desiring God
4 Recommended Resources on Knowing God’s Will
In a fallen world, perhaps there’s no practical question more commonly asked than this: How can I know God’s will? After all, we face many difficult and complex decisions throughout…
Watch Live: 2026 Winter Conference
Tonight, Reformation Bible College will begin livestreaming its 2026 Winter Conference, Think on These Things. Watch the stream to hear Derek Thomas encourage us to shape our minds around the…
The Making of a Mature Counselor: What We Learn from David Powlison – Ed Welch
David Powlison (1949–2019), a dear colleague and friend, was a polymath who knew much about many things. After working with him for almost forty years, I still chuckled at his…
A Guide to Reading David Powlison – Shane Becker
This article offers a guide to some of David Powlison’s most significant resources. To find the full list of his books, articles, messages, and more, see the exhaustive bibliography of…
The God Who Humbles and Restores – John Piper
What if God’s power isn’t arbitrary but wise and awe-inspiring? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Job 40:1–14 to show how God humbles pride to reveal…