Ask Pastor John Does God Punish from His Heart?
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Oct 20, 2025 The discussion dives into the intersection of God's judgment and compassion. Pastor John explores how Lamentations and Jeremiah present seemingly contradictory views of God's heart. He emphasizes that both texts reflect the complex emotions of God—grief intertwined with justice. Examples from Scripture highlight how God experiences joy in repentance while also maintaining rightful anger at sin. Ultimately, divine afflictions are portrayed as deeply felt and rooted in love and justice, revealing the multifaceted nature of God's character.
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Mary King: Theology From a Cook
- Piper recounts learning theology from Mary King, a cook at Spurgeon's school, as an example of simple, faithful theological formation.
- He uses the story to encourage laypeople to dig into Scripture thoughtfully.
Don't Abandon Scripture Over Tensions
- Piper urges readers to probe apparent biblical contradictions instead of dismissing Scripture.
- He advises digging into root meanings to discover a unified, richer picture of God.
Apparent Tension Between Scriptures
- John Piper highlights two scriptures that seem to conflict about God's motives in judgment and affliction.
- He frames the tension between Lamentations 3:33 and Jeremiah 23:20 as a theological puzzle to be reconciled, not a contradiction.
