

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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Sep 18, 2024 • 3min
The Only True Freedom
Only Jesus, the Son of God who died and rose for us, can make us truly free.

Sep 17, 2024 • 3min
Worship in a Lightning Storm
Sit down to the feast of joy in Christ and worship the King of Glory. The banquet hall is very large.

Sep 16, 2024 • 3min
The Soul’s Final Feast
Explore the profound longing of the soul for God's presence and the ultimate joy that comes from this communion. The discussion highlights how gratitude and hope intertwine, illuminating the path to spiritual fulfillment. Through scripture, listeners are reminded of their deep desire for connection with the divine, portraying this pursuit as the essence of life's true joy.

Sep 15, 2024 • 3min
The Only Enduring Happiness
Two things have to be true if your joy is never to be taken from you. One is that the source of your joy lasts forever and the other is that you last forever.

Sep 14, 2024 • 3min
God Will Supply All Your Needs
If we live by faith in God’s promise of future grace, it will be very hard for anxiety to survive.

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Sep 13, 2024 • 5min
7 Reasons Not to Worry, Part 3
Discover powerful promises from Matthew 6 designed to alleviate anxiety and inspire trust in God as a loving Father. The discussion emphasizes prioritizing God's kingdom and righteousness, reassuring listeners that grace and mercy will be provided for daily challenges. Embrace the uplifting message that with faith, you can overcome worry and find peace in life's uncertainties.

Sep 12, 2024 • 4min
7 Reasons Not to Worry, Part 2
Dive into the profound connection between faith and anxiety. Discover the promises from Matthew 6 that encourage trust in divine provision. Explore the idea that worry is futile, as God, who cares for nature, will surely care for His children. It's a comforting reminder that living without anxiety is possible when we lean on these promises.

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Sep 11, 2024 • 4min
7 Reasons Not to Worry, Part 1
Explore the transformative power of faith in overcoming anxiety. Discover Jesus' insights on trusting in God's provision from the Sermon on the Mount. The conversation emphasizes how worry can diminish our connection to divine promises, using the imagery of God caring for birds as a powerful reminder. Learn how to shift your mindset and embrace a life free from unnecessary concerns.

Sep 10, 2024 • 3min
How to Fight Anxiety
Anxiety is a universal struggle, even for those with faith. The discussion emphasizes the importance of meditating on God’s promises to secure peace. Using windshield wipers as a metaphor, it highlights how divine assurances can clear doubts. The role of the Holy Spirit is crucial in fighting fear, reminding listeners to seek help in faith to overcome anxiety.

Sep 9, 2024 • 3min
Grace Must Be Free
If you treated your salvation no longer as a gift, but as a purchase, God would no longer be the free benefactor.