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Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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Jan 27, 2016 • 10min
What Is ‘Glorified Joy’ and Can I Get It?
The Bible speaks not only about joy but “inexpressible joy” and “glorified joy.” Is it really possible for us to experience such bliss on this side of heaven?

Jan 26, 2016 • 14min
How Do You Synthesize Your Simple Lifestyle and Speaking at Expensive Conferences?
Christian ministries often spend significant amounts of money on conferences, marketing, and other things that can seem excessive. Do such expenses align with a wartime lifestyle?

Jan 25, 2016 • 9min
What Is Discipleship and How Is It Done?
We all know the call to make disciples of all nations, but where do we start? And how do we know if we have actually succeeded?

Jan 22, 2016 • 9min
What Truths Do We Need from Outside the Bible?
Scripture is sufficient, and yet there is a lot that we can learn from natural revelation. How do we evaluate those truths not contained in the Bible?

Jan 21, 2016 • 9min
How Do We Know We Cannot Sin in Heaven?
If Adam and Eve sinned in the paradise of Eden, how do we know we won’t sin in the next paradise of the new heavens and the new earth?

Jan 20, 2016 • 8min
How Christ Sensitizes Us to Reality
In a 2015 message, Pastor John preaches that the gospel brings life, and in this life comes sensitivity to reality, and there is great sadness in reality.

Jan 19, 2016 • 9min
Can I Be Blotted from the Book of Life?
Several passages in Scripture mention being blotted out of the book of life. Does this mean genuine believers can lose their salvation?

Jan 18, 2016 • 10min
Is God Sovereign over My Free Will?
We do not have ultimate self-determination, but we will all give an account to God for our choices.

Jan 15, 2016 • 7min
Why Was Jesus Baptized?
Jesus clearly stated that he needed John to baptize him. But why would Jesus need to go through the waters of baptism if he had not sinned?

Jan 14, 2016 • 11min
Humbly Handling the Offense of the Gospel with Non-Christians
In a pluralistic world, Christianity faces all sorts of backlash against its exclusive claims. How can we respond well to the claims of other religions?


