Messages by Desiring God Sing in the Fullness of the Spirit: A Live Lab on Ephesians 5:15–20
Jan 10, 2026
Exploring the fullness of the Holy Spirit, John Piper contrasts spiritual awakening with drunkenness, emphasizing the importance of living attentively. He highlights the three 'Not...But' commands and explains how being filled with the Spirit combats folly. Piper urges listeners to seize daily opportunities for good while discussing how worship through music fosters community and personal connection with God. Practical steps for being filled with the Spirit are provided, encouraging genuine heart-driven worship.
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Purchase The Day's Opportunities
- Expect great things from God and attempt great things for him instead of coasting through the day.
- Actively look for and seize Kairos opportunities each day to "purchase the time" and do good before the night ends.
William Carey: Cobbler Turned Missionary
- John Piper recounts William Carey's humble start as a cobbler and lifelong missionary who translated the Bible widely.
- Carey models "expect great things from God; attempt great things for God" as a charge to believers.
Drunkenness Distorts Spiritual Perception
- Spiritual drunkenness skews perception, leading to foolish choices and unwise living.
- The antidote Paul gives is fullness of the Holy Spirit to restore clear perception and wise action.
