Light + Truth

Why does the power of God in the gospel come to the Jew first? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores God’s purposes in salvation from Romans 1:16.

The salvation that the gospel secures for us is one of never-ending joy. In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper marvels over the greatness of our future by unpacking Romans 1:16.

What does it look like to be unashamed of the gospel in the face of opposition? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 1:16 to tackle that important question.

Discover the transformative power of divine assurance against fear as the speaker discusses how God's strength helps us in our weakness, supported by personal anecdotes and Biblical references. Reflect on faith and confidence through a three-year journey serving the church and learn to trust God and overcome fear in various aspects of life. Explore glimpses of God's power portrayed in scripture and find strength in Him despite feeling inadequate.

Explore the power of God's gracious burden-bearing in 1 Peter 5:1-11. Embrace humility to overcome anxieties. Transfer anxiety to God and trust His care. Trust in God's timing and wisdom, and let Him handle things.

What does God need to do within you to make you bold like the apostle Paul? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12 to provide an answer to that question.

The podcast explores the idea of prioritizing Christ over our dreams. Reflecting on the biblical truth that death in the Lord is not the end, it delves into the valuable trade of losing everything else to gain Jesus. The chapter discusses martyrs who sacrificed all for their faith and reflects on the worth of Christ compared to worldly achievements. Exploring the concept of martyrdom in Christianity, it discusses historical examples and its impact on the early Christian community. Highlighting the role of martyrs in planting and empowering the church while silencing Satan, it emphasizes the importance of loving Jesus above all else.

In this episode, John Piper explores the concept of sacrificial giving and relying on God in times of crisis. He emphasizes the importance of seeking the kingdom of God over material possessions and explains how actions with possessions reflect the heart. A missionary's response to a critical letter about his conduct is also discussed.

Exploring the source of unwavering joy in loss as Christians, discussing the importance of authenticity and embracing Jesus Christ, analyzing a dilemma faced by a group of people wanting to visit prisoners in jail, uncovering surprising joy in the face of loss, and examining the concept of letting go of possessions and worldly pleasures in a biblical context.

The fear of man inevitably undermines assurance, so how does the gospel give us the confidence we need? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Proverbs 28:1 to show us how to cultivate Christian boldness.