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Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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Sep 17, 2018 • 9min
Should I Ever Take an Action I Don’t ‘Have Peace’ About?
Peace and calm are not the only factors in determining what we should do. Pastor John explains what else should govern our decisions.

Sep 14, 2018 • 13min
Five Ways Jesus Changes Our Relationship to the Old Testament
How do Christians know which Old Testament laws apply to them? Pastor John explains five ways Jesus shapes our approach to the Old Testament.

Sep 12, 2018 • 11min
What Is the Place of Faith in My Unanswered Prayers?
When God consistently answers prayers with “no,” many of us wonder if our faith is the problem. So what role does faith play in unanswered prayers?

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Sep 10, 2018 • 16min
What Hope Does God Offer in My Depression?
Exploring depression from a Christian perspective and finding hope and a Christ-centered turnaround. Scriptures highlight the significance of waiting for God and experiencing gutsy guilt. Confidence and hope for sinners justified by God. Finding hope and healing in God's promises. Restoring joy and life in the midst of depression.

Sep 7, 2018 • 10min
Ministering Without R.C. Sproul
R.C. Sproul went home to be with the Lord on December 14, 2017. Burk Parsons shares what it’s like to live and minister without him.

Sep 5, 2018 • 13min
Real Sermons Are Not Lectures or Moral Stories
Pastors are not merely teachers or lecturers. They are shepherds to needy sheep. Burk Parsons describes the kind of sermons a shepherd should give.

Sep 3, 2018 • 12min
How Do I Feed My Joy in Jesus Every Morning?
If Christ is not our supreme treasure, something else will gladly take his place. So how do we preserve our joy in God through the day?

Aug 31, 2018 • 14min
How Do I Choose Good Books and Grow My Library?
Millions of books compete for our attention, but only a fraction of them are worth reading. So where do we start when trying to grow our library?

Aug 29, 2018 • 11min
I Have Chronic Fatigue — How Do I Not Waste My Life?
How do people not waste their lives if a chronic illness has stolen their strengths, taken their time, and put them in bed all day?

Aug 27, 2018 • 8min
How Self-Esteem Ruins Bible Reading
Jen Wilkin, a Bible teacher and author of "Women of the Word," explores the dangers of self-esteem in Bible reading. She emphasizes redefining our identity through God’s perspective instead of merely boosting self-worth. Wilkin critiques the common trend of medicinal Bible reading, pointing out that many seek comfort rather than engaging with the transformative power of scripture. This thought-provoking conversation encourages a deeper and more meaningful interaction with God’s Word.


