Light + Truth For Love’s Sake, Die
Sep 1, 2025
Join John Piper, a renowned pastor and founder of DesiringGod.org, as he delves into the transformative power of love and the necessity of dying to the law's demands. He emphasizes how humanity's rebellion against God can only be overcome by embracing a relationship with Christ. Piper discusses redefining love, highlighting its link to grace and forgiveness. Tune in for insightful biblical perspectives on self-awareness, transformation, and the essence of true love.
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Sin Is Love Of Self-Rule
- Sin's core is hostility to God rather than isolated law-breaking.
- John Piper calls the essence of sin a passion for self-rule and unwillingness to be told what to do.
Law Can Be Turned Into Lawlessness
- Turning life over to law produces lawlessness because the flesh corrupts the law's purpose.
- Piper argues you must die to the law and put life on a 'Christ footing' for true love to flourish.
The Flesh Is A Hostile Mindset
- Paul defines 'the flesh' as a mindset hostile to God that cannot submit to God's law.
- Piper emphasizes that apart from the Spirit, those in the flesh cannot please God.
