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Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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Nov 14, 2013 • 8min
Charismatic Abuses? Doctrinal and Emotional
Flaws litter charismatic and non-charismatic churches alike. Pastor John has two biblical warnings for those who prize feelings over mature thinking.

Nov 13, 2013 • 8min
What Is Prophecy Today?
Do new-covenant prophecies carry the same level of authority as Scripture? Pastor John explains three reasons why they don’t.

Nov 12, 2013 • 6min
John MacArthur and Strange Fire
Paul told the Corinthians to earnestly desire the gift of prophecy. But should Christians today do the same?

Nov 11, 2013 • 4min
Travel Updates and Prayer Requests
Pastor John talks about his plans to strengthen pastors in the Middle East and asks listeners to pray for strength.

Nov 8, 2013 • 6min
Advice for Christian Loners
Pastor John encourages Christian loners — even those who have been hurt by the church — to pursue God in Christ-exalting friendships.

Nov 7, 2013 • 9min
What Events in this World Echo in Eternity?
All of history details the story of God's redemptive grace through Jesus Christ. We will not forget this story in heaven — we will rehearse it forever.

Nov 6, 2013 • 10min
Do Christian Hedonists Idolize Joy?
Pastor John explains how Christian Hedonism avoids idolizing joy.

Nov 5, 2013 • 8min
Dead To the World — What’s That?
Jesus surpasses whatever good the world has to offer. So rather than worship those good things, disciples of Jesus receive them as gifts.

Nov 4, 2013 • 8min
Finding Joy When Life Hurts Most
The doctrine of God’s sovereignty doesn’t only mean that he controls everything, but that he controls everything for the good of his people.

Nov 1, 2013 • 7min
God’s Supreme Happiness
Pastor John discusses how God's sovereignty relates to joy in God.


