The Paul Tripp Sermon Podcast

Explore the challenging questions believers often face before God, like the worth of obedience amidst suffering. Discover how an eternal perspective can reframe present trials as temporary. Delve into the difference between divine testing and temptation, reaffirming God's character. Understand why even believers struggle with sin, tracing it back to desires of the heart. Finally, grasp the vital need for ongoing grace in our lives, reminding us to rely on God's strength rather than blaming Him.

“My richest gain I count but loss and pour contempt on all my pride.” It's so hard for us to keep what is important important in our lives. In this sermon, Paul David Tripp asks where we find our deepest satisfaction in life and how we measure our richness.Preached on January 20, 2008.

Sin reduces every person, including the believer, down to a fool. That's why James says, "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God." In this sermon, Paul David Tripp gives a scary diagnosis - that we are all dangerously foolish - and a liberating hope - that Wisdom is a Person.Preached on January 13, 2008.

James starts his book off with the phrase, "Count it all joys, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds." James intentionally uses the word "when" and not "if." In this sermon, Paul David Tripp teaches why we suffer and why we hate it.Preached on January 6, 2008.

Explore the story of Jonah and his pouting behavior, emphasizing the importance of finding true joy and embracing God's sovereignty. Reflect on the conflict of kingdoms within Jonah's heart and the dangers of prioritizing the kingdom of self. Reflect on Jonah's struggles and God's pursuit, finding gratitude for the lessons learned and hope in Jesus Christ.

This podcast explores the story of Jonah and how we can be prejudiced, legalistic, and self-righteous like him. It emphasizes moments when God's wisdom, love, and grace don't align with our understanding. The chapter discusses the negative consequences of prejudice and disrespect towards God. It also examines Jonah's anger and God's grace, highlighting the tension between justice and mercy. Overall, it calls for reliance on God's counsel and deliverance from destructive behaviors.

The Word of the Lord comes to Jonah a second time, which itself is a revelation of God's character - we serve a God of second chances and fresh starts. But in this sermon, Paul Tripp focuses on Jonah's seemingly impossible call to evangelize Ninevah and what we can learn about sharing the Gospel with others. Preached on October 7, 2007.

From inside the belly of a fish, Jonah cries out to the Lord. It's a familiar scene in Scripture, but as Paul David Tripp teaches, there is more to this prayer than meets the eye. Like a carefully constructed painting, Jonah's words have several layers that add depth and vitality.Preached on September 30, 2007.

God is angry. But it's not the anger of a vengeful, evil person who's out of control and wants to harm. God is angry, and it's the anger of grace. He will not forsake His holy cause. He will not allow us to be in the way of what He has planned for His universe. In this sermon, Paul David Tripp reveals the beauty of God's anger in the life of Jonah.Preached on September 23, 2007.

Don't be so hard on Jonah. Yes, God's calling was clear, and yes, Jonah's act of running away is one of clear disobedience. But there are many times during the week when we run from God.Preached on September 16, 2007.