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Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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Nov 18, 2015 • 7min
Even in Setbacks, God Is Lacing Your Life into an Infinite Storyline
Delving into the significance of preaching and eternal connections, this podcast explores how the story of Ruth transcends its narrative to reveal a bigger divine plan. It emphasizes how seemingly small actions can contribute to a grander purpose in life.

Nov 17, 2015 • 14min
Four Key Ways We Enjoy God in Our Work
Our vocation isn’t something we do apart from efforts to know and enjoy God. Rather, our work should be the very sphere where we publicly enjoy and show off the glory of God.

Nov 16, 2015 • 12min
Articulating the Glorious Cross to an Atonement-Rejecting Culture
Substitutionary atonement may not appeal to modern sensibilities, and even seems unjust to some. But if we lose Christ in our place, we lose the gospel.

Nov 13, 2015 • 8min
Am I Righteous Enough to Enjoy the Promises in the Psalms?
The psalmists regularly plead their own righteousness before God. Can Christians today do the same, even though we know just how sinful we really are?

Nov 12, 2015 • 12min
Do I Delight in God or in Others Being Impressed by My Discovery About God?
In our personal communion with the Lord, we want the highlight of our time to be worship an adoration, not just more ideas and notes for our next sermon or Bible study.

Nov 11, 2015 • 12min
What Does It Mean to Receive Jesus into My Life?
If God gave his only Son, then that means that we must receive him. But what does it really mean to receive Jesus Christ?

Nov 10, 2015 • 9min
Nine Forceful Warnings to Confront Your Friend’s Adultery
Pursuing romance outside of marriage might seem like it offers a path to pleasure and joy, but in the end, it obscures the only way to life and sets you on a road to destruction.

Nov 9, 2015 • 10min
Six Ways Parents of Rebellious Children Fight for Faith
Every believing parent longs to see their children walking with the Lord. But what can a mom or dad do when their son or daughter rebels?

Nov 6, 2015 • 9min
Gun to Your Head, Will You Deny Christ?
Would we really stand for Christ in the moment our life is on the line? What if we’re really not sure?

Nov 5, 2015 • 9min
Is Tardiness and Punctuality a Christian Witness Issue?
Tardiness may not seem like a big deal, but when it becomes a habit, it can really disrupt someone’s life. So how can brothers and sisters in Christ help each other deal with chronic lateness?


