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Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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Oct 16, 2020 • 11min
Are Our Standards for Sexual Purity Too High for Pastors?
Is faultless chastity an appropriate standard for pastors, or are our expectations simply too high?

Oct 14, 2020 • 17min
My Suffering Feels Meaningless — What Can I Do?
Sometimes pain seems meaningless, but in Christ, every millisecond of your suffering is producing for you an eternal weight of glory.

Oct 12, 2020 • 10min
How Can I Love God More Than My Boyfriend?
As a couple’s affection for one another deepens, how can they make sure they are loving God more than each other?

Oct 9, 2020 • 11min
Is My Suffering a Correction for Sin?
When trials come, how can I know whether God is calling me to patiently endure, or whether he wants me to repent of a specific sin?

Oct 7, 2020 • 13min
How Do We Get Tricked into Sinning?
When we obey sin, we obey a liar, a deceiver, a murderer. Sin is a slave master who tricks his subjects into eternal death.

Oct 5, 2020 • 11min
Why Did Demons Ask Jesus for Pigs?
When Jesus comes, he brings deliverance, freedom, grace, and power. But some people prefer what life is like without him.

Oct 2, 2020 • 13min
Why Do I Need to Read the Bible When We Have Bible Teachers Online?
Today more than ever, Christians have access to a wealth of faithful Bible teaching online. So, why do we need to read the Bible for ourselves?

Sep 30, 2020 • 9min
Dismiss the Devil with a Song
Singing together is not merely the prelude to the sermon. When God’s people sing from the heart, more happens than we imagine.

Sep 28, 2020 • 13min
Is Enjoying God the Same as Glorifying God?
“God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him.” Does that mean enjoying God and glorifying God are the same thing?

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Sep 25, 2020 • 13min
Why Is the Bible So Violent?
The podcast tackles the often-overlooked theme of violence in the Bible, particularly in the Book of Judges. It emphasizes the importance of historical context to grasp the deeper meanings behind these narratives. The discussion connects biblical violence to humanity's rebellion against God, highlighting sin's pervasive influence. It also explores how the crucifixion serves as a central element of salvation, linking violence to divine love and the moral struggles faced in governance and life.


