Light + Truth Grace That Fuels Our Service
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Jan 29, 2026 
John Piper, Reformed theologian and pastor known for evangelical preaching, offers a sermon on Romans 12:9–21. He explores honoring others by serving their needs, competing to out-serve one another in relationships, fervent practical zeal, serving Christ rather than appetites, and how grace empowers diligent, persevering service amid trials.
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Honor Is Active Service
- Honoring others means serving them as though they deserve service, even when they do not.
- John Piper ties honor to humility and counting others' needs greater than your own.
Work And Passion Must Unite
- Do not be slothful in zeal and be fervent in spirit while focusing both on serving the Lord.
- Combine practical hard work with heartfelt passion and direct both toward Jesus.
Serving Christ Redefines Service
- Serving Christ contrasts with serving appetites, people, or the law and means finding satisfaction in Jesus.
- True service is indulging in Jesus, seeking his approval, and trusting him as law-fulfiller.
