Light + Truth
Desiring God
Classic sermons from John Piper to help you see Christ clearly and treasure him truly. Five days a week, 20 minutes per episode. Hosted by Dan Cruver.
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Jul 9, 2024 • 26min
Motivated by the Chief Shepherd
When Peter wrote his first letter, some elders apparently no longer wanted to be elders. In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 1 Peter 5:1–4 to consider a pastor’s proper motivation.
Jul 8, 2024 • 25min
Keep Rejoicing
How do we maintain joy during trials? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 1 Peter 4:12–19 to provide six reasons to keep rejoicing.
Jul 5, 2024 • 23min
Live with the End in View
How should the end of this age inform how we live now? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to 1 Peter 4:7–11 to show how we can glorify God in all things through Jesus Christ.
Jul 4, 2024 • 26min
Armed for Suffering
How can we prepare ourselves to suffer well? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 1 Peter 4:1–6 to empower us with five encouragements.
Jul 3, 2024 • 27min
Power to Suffer Well
How does God strengthen us in suffering? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to 1 Peter 3:18–22 to explain why our pain does not mean God has abandoned us.
Jul 2, 2024 • 25min
Sanctify Christ as Lord
What does it mean to sanctify Christ as Lord? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 1 Peter 3:13–17 to show how our hope in Christ honors the supremacy of his worth.
Jul 1, 2024 • 26min
Called to Bless Others
How can your life bless others? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper looks to 1 Peter 3:8–12 to explore our extraordinary calling to be people who do not return evil for evil.
Jun 28, 2024 • 25min
Christian Submission
In this insightful discussion, theologian John Piper explores the foundational elements of relationships, particularly focusing on submission in marriage. He emphasizes that true submission stems from strength and faith, countering common misconceptions. Piper inspires listeners to cultivate hope and transformation through God, highlighting how this divine trust can lead to more loving and respectful partnerships even in challenging times.
Jun 27, 2024 • 23min
God’s Ways in Our Trials
What happens when we begin to see God rightly in our suffering? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Job 42:7–17 to help us taste and see that the Lord is good.
Jun 26, 2024 • 26min
Seeking Answers in Pain
Are you ever tempted to accuse God in your suffering? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Job 38:1–42:6 for reasons we should eagerly submit to God’s wisdom and goodness.
