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The Greatness of God in the Doctrines of Grace: TULIP Session 1

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Oct 4, 2025
Delve into the majestic doctrines of grace as John Piper unveils God's eternal wisdom and its significance for believers. Discover the profound implications of God's sovereignty over all creation and the personal stories of faith that showcase His providence. Piper addresses the complex interaction of human resistance and divine grace, emphasizing how God's plans triumph in our lives. By exploring spiritual truths and the greatness of God, listeners are invited to embrace a deeper understanding of their faith.
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God's Eternal Plan For Believers

  • God existed before time and predestined a plan for believers' everlasting glory.
  • Paul teaches that unimaginably glorious things were prepared by God for those who love him.
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Spiritual Truths Need The Spirit

  • Spiritual truths require the Holy Spirit to be grasped and enjoyed by believers.
  • Piper emphasizes speaking to 'spiritual people' because the Spirit makes glorious truths understandable.
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The Name That Declares God's Being

  • God's self-revelation begins with 'I am' and Yahweh is repeated across generations.
  • The name Yahweh signifies God's eternal, self-existent nature and continuous presence.
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