Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life

Confident in Hope

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Apr 24, 2026
Discussion of how to face inevitable trouble with spiritual confidence. Exploration of a promised real home in heaven and what that means for belonging. Examination of why the path to that home involves suffering and even death. Reflection on present fellowship with Christ as preparation for the promised future.
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INSIGHT

A Guaranteed Home Calms Troubled Hearts

  • Jesus offers the knowledge of a guaranteed home to steady believers facing inevitable trouble.
  • Timothy Keller explains Jesus says twice "I go to prepare a place for you," meaning a real reserved home for disciples now secured by Christ.
INSIGHT

Why Home Fulfills Deep Longing

  • Home is deeper than a house; it's a place of belonging, rest, and acceptance that satisfies our longing.
  • Keller uses examples from the films Up and A Trip to Bountiful and Paul Tournier's work to show earthly homes never fully satisfy this desire.
ADVICE

Live Confident Because Your Place Is Guaranteed

  • Face death without fear by trusting Jesus' promise that your place in the Father's house is guaranteed the moment you believe.
  • Keller urges Christians to live confident now because Jesus has the place ready in heaven for disciples.
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