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John Piper

Pastor, theologian, and author who hosts Ask Pastor John, providing biblical answers to tough theological and pastoral questions; known for pastoral teaching on holiness and Christian joy.

Top 10 podcasts with John Piper

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57 snips
Jan 1, 2026 • 17min

Make a Life Plan for 2026

John Piper, a respected pastor and theologian known for his focus on God-centered living, explores how to create a personal mission statement aimed at 2026. He emphasizes God's consistent purposefulness and our need to align personal goals with His ultimate aim: to be seen, savored, and shown. Piper discusses transforming everyday actions into acts of worship and the importance of crafting both broad, lasting mission statements and adaptable, seasonal goals. His insights inspire listeners to live purposefully in a way that glorifies God.
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54 snips
Feb 19, 2026 • 13min

Waiting Is the Hardest Part

John Piper, pastor, theologian and author known for pastoral counsel and founding desiringGod.org, explores what God does in seasons of waiting. He frames waiting with Psalm 40 and maps six stages of discouragement. He explains how waiting can produce new security, a new song, and fresh significance. Practical resources are pointed out for dealing with deadness and depression.
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34 snips
Mar 9, 2026 • 22min

God’s Commands Are for Your Joy

John Piper, Reformed pastor and author known for founding Desiring God, explains how God's commands are meant to lead to true joy. He contrasts burdening legalism with Jesus' compassionate yoke. He explores delighting in God’s law, grace as both pardon and power, sanctification by Spirit and faith, and trusting God’s path over worldly prescriptions.
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30 snips
Mar 19, 2026 • 17min

Hope That Pleases God

John Piper, Reformed pastor and bestselling author, offers a short sermon on Psalm 147:11. He explores how gospel commands can be good news. He uses a rock-climbing story and vivid images to show human helplessness and the call to trust. He explains how hope produces prayer and obedience and defines faith, trust, and future-oriented hope.
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29 snips
Mar 11, 2026 • 25min

When Majesty Is Missing from Preaching

John Piper, Reformed pastor and theologian known for bold preaching on God’s supremacy, speaks about the loss of divine majesty in modern pulpit practice. He contrasts chatty, therapeutic sermons with preaching that evokes cosmic awe. He describes scripture’s call to reverence and argues sermons should center God’s glory, showing how that focus meets sorrow and points people to true hope.
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28 snips
Jan 5, 2026 • 16min

Maximize Your Daily Bible Reading

John Piper, a renowned Reformed pastor and theologian, shares insights on maximizing daily Bible reading for spiritual growth. He discusses why brief readings often lack impact, emphasizing the transformative power of Scripture through the Holy Spirit. Piper provides three practical guidelines: pray while reading to invite divine application, focus on Jesus for true fulfillment, and slow down to meditate on key verses for deeper understanding. He encourages a balance of broad reading and reflection to foster meaningful change in our lives.
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26 snips
Jan 29, 2026 • 11min

Learning to Delegate

John Piper, Reformed pastor and theologian with a long pastorate, offers pastoral wisdom on leadership and administration. He discusses Moses’ overload in Exodus 18 and Jethro’s counsel to appoint capable leaders. He outlines four practical principles for delegating, stresses choosing qualified, the senior leader’s vision role, and warns against abdication.
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25 snips
Sep 13, 2025 • 47min

The Only Life Worth Living: A Live Lab on Christian Hedonism

John Piper, Reformed theologian and pastor known for Christian Hedonism, explains finding supreme joy in Christ. He defines Christian Hedonism and contrasts vertical delight in God with horizontal love for others. He explores how treasuring Christ shapes life, death, sacrifice, generous giving, and staying to advance others' faith.
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24 snips
Oct 30, 2025 • 12min

How Can I Know I’m a Christian?

In this insightful discussion, John Piper, a Reformed pastor and theologian, explores the fundamental question of how one can truly know they are a Christian. He emphasizes that peace of mind comes from two key signs: a spirited battle against sin and a heartfelt cry of 'Abba Father.' Piper highlights that being led by the Spirit is crucial for recognizing our identity as God's children. He also reflects on the importance of treasuring Christ, particularly in challenging circumstances, making this conversation both profound and deeply encouraging.
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23 snips
May 7, 2025 • 25min

Bold Prayers

In this engaging discussion, John Piper, a renowned pastor and founder of DesiringGod.org, dives into the power of prayer in the early church. He highlights how the apostles boldly prayed for signs and wonders, leading to significant conversions. Piper also emphasizes the urgent need for God's intervention in today's world, urging listeners to seek spiritual revival. With a focus on the miraculous as a testament to the gospel, he inspires a deeper commitment to bold and transformative prayers for divine impact.

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