

Solid Joys Daily Devotional
Desiring God
Solid Joys is a daily devotional written and read by John Piper. These short and substantive readings will feed your joy in Jesus every day of the year. Discover more from Piper at desiringGod.org.
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Apr 2, 2025 • 2min
Better Than Everest
If you live inside the massive promise of Romans 8:28, your life is more solid and stable than Mount Everest.

Apr 1, 2025 • 3min
Two of Our Deepest Needs
In the Father, you are under God’s care and protection. In the Son, you are under God’s charge and authority.

Mar 31, 2025 • 5min
What Binds the Hands of Love?
Only one thing satisfies the heart whose treasure is in heaven: doing the works of heaven. And heaven is a world of love!

Mar 30, 2025 • 4min
If He Calls, He Keeps
Our perseverance doesn’t rest decisively on the reliability of our own resolve. It rests decisively on God’s work to keep us trusting him.

Mar 29, 2025 • 4min
As Sure as God’s Love for His Son
God will not spare any effort to give you all that Christ died to purchase — all things, all good, and all bad working for your good.

Mar 28, 2025 • 5min
When Everyone Deserts You
Discover how to find strength in feelings of abandonment as the podcast discusses the importance of divine presence. It explores Paul's isolation during his time in custody, illustrating the comforting notion that faith can provide support in lonely times. Listeners are reminded that they are never alone, as God's promise to always be there offers unwavering reassurance.

Mar 27, 2025 • 4min
10 Results of the Resurrection
Discover the profound impact of Christ's resurrection on believers. Uncover the transformative power that brings repentance and new birth. Learn about the assurance of forgiveness and the hope for future resurrection. The discussion emphasizes the joy of fellowship and the essence of salvation, showcasing how these results redefine lives. Join in exploring how triumph over death offers a fresh perspective on faith.

Mar 26, 2025 • 4min
How to Delight in God’s Word
Discover the true essence of Christianity, focusing on love and delight rather than mere obligations. Explore the sweetness of God's promises and the transformative power of scripture. Learn how prayer and meditation can deepen your appreciation for the Word, illustrated with rich biblical imagery. Embrace a spiritual awakening that enhances your connection to faith and enriches your daily life.

Mar 25, 2025 • 3min
Forever Satisfied
Discover how trusting in Jesus can quench spiritual thirst and bring true satisfaction. The discussion highlights Jesus as the embodiment of ultimate fulfillment, likening Him to the bread of life and living water. Learn how genuine faith transforms lives, liberating individuals from the grip of sin and enriching their journey with the Holy Spirit.

Mar 24, 2025 • 3min
Ministry and the Fear of Man
In this insightful discussion, the concept of the 'fear of man' is dissected as a significant obstacle in ministry, particularly for the younger generation. Listeners are encouraged with the empowering message that they are divinely chosen, equipped to face challenges. The podcast emphasizes overcoming fears of rejection and criticism through faith in God’s unwavering support, assuring that triumph is possible, and one can emerge as more than a conqueror.


