Do humans have free will — and if so, what is it? Pastor John considers the depravity of the human heart and the sovereign grace that saves us. Listen Now…
Category: THEOLOGY
Always Ready: Join Us in Phoenix
In today’s world, the search for identity can be overwhelming. Countless voices pull us in different directions, urging us to embrace contradicting ideas of what it means to just “be…
The World Needs Happy Pastors: An Interview with John Piper – John Piper
As much as society changes from decade to decade, the needs of the soul and the call of the pastor remain: rejoice in God and help others rejoice in him.…
Though Earth Gives Way: Meditations of Immovable People – Marc Helfrich
We all desire stability. Like toddlers learning to walk, however, stability often proves elusive. Unexpected disruptions threaten to knock us off balance. Relational wounds from loved ones introduce insecurity and…
Rescued from a Condemning Conscience – John Piper
What can cleanse a guilty conscience? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Hebrews 9:1–14 to examine the only solution for our guilt that provides true…
The Fundamentals and Functions of the Pastor-Teacher
Albert Mohler once stated, “The Christian pastor holds the greatest office of human responsibility in all creation.” Yet of all the high positions one can fill in society—a member of…
Who Wrote the Bible?
Who wrote the Bible? God did. To put a finer point on it, God is the divine author who used various human authors to write exactly what He wanted written.…
Lost in the Maze of Me: How Introspection Goes Wrong – Scott Hubbard
Christian introspection can feel a little like walking into a broad and intricate maze. Entering the maze is easy enough, but so is getting lost within it. Your sense of…
Should Exiles Pray for the King? 1 Timothy 2:1–4, Part 2 – John Piper
In this world, Christians live as sojourners and exiles, citizens of heaven under the lordship of Christ. So, how should we relate to earthly rulers? Watch Now Read More Desiring…
Why Was the Reformation Necessary?
The church is always in need of reform. Even in the New Testament, we see Jesus rebuking Peter, and we see Paul correcting the Corinthians. Since Christians are always sinners,…