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Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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Jan 22, 2013 • 7min
Arrests and Imprisonments in Opposing Abortion
Pastor John shares his experiences of being arrested for anti-abortion demonstrations and offers some principles for civil disobedience in opposing abortions.

Jan 21, 2013 • 4min
Leadership Lessons from Martin Luther King
Despite his flaws, Martin Luther King, Jr. was an effective leader because he was courageous, brilliant, and a visionary.

Jan 18, 2013 • 4min
What Are Your Takeaways from Passion 2013?
After preaching to 60,000 students at the Passion conference, Pastor John discusses the movement and its core desire for God’s name and renown.

Jan 17, 2013 • 9min
What Is It Like Preaching to 60,000 People?
Pastor John recently preached to 60,000 at Passion. He talks about the unique temptations and mercies of speaking on such a large platform.

Jan 15, 2013 • 5min
Why Adam Matters for Global Missions
Whether we believe in a historical Adam or not will affect more than our theology. For instance, his existence is one powerful tool in world missions.

Jan 14, 2013 • 6min
Was Adam for Real, and Does It Matter?
Does it matter whether we think Adam really existed or not? Pastor John talks about what is at stake in a major debate over Genesis.

Jan 13, 2013 • 8min
How Important Is a Christian Writer’s Influence?
Writers should utilize their influence carefully, while allowing the process of writing to open their own eyes and shape their own souls.

Jan 12, 2013 • 4min
Who Was George Herbert?
In his life, ministry, and poetry, George Herbert wrestled with the tension between worldly ambition and godly ambition. What can we learn from him?

Jan 11, 2013 • 8min
Reflections from John Piper on His Birthday
On his 67th birthday, Pastor John reflects on God's grace to him as a husband, father, and pastor, and asks for prayer over his final era of life and ministry.


