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Desiring God
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Jul 16, 2018 • 11min

Am I Less Human If I’m Sexually Unfulfilled?

You don’t need sex to be happy. Jesus never married, never had a romantic relationship, never had sex, and he was the most complete man to ever live.
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Jul 13, 2018 • 13min

The Christian Debate over Sexual Identity

Sam Allberry, who has been attracted to the same sex his whole life, gives an insider’s take on the current debates over sexual identity.
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Jul 11, 2018 • 10min

Does God Want to Make Me Happy or Holy?

Does God want us to be happy or holy? How are holiness and happiness not at odds, but work together?
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Jul 9, 2018 • 12min

Did Paul and Moses Prioritize Mission over Joy in God?

If Moses and Paul wished to be personally damned so others could be saved, didn’t they prioritize mission for others over joy in God?
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Jul 6, 2018 • 13min

Does John Piper Add (Joy) to the Gospel?

We don’t receive Jesus in a saving way when we receive him as a ticket out of hell. He’s not a ticket. He’s a treasure — the greatest treasure.
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Jul 4, 2018 • 13min

Universalism Distorts the Grace of God

When everyone gets grace, no one actually gets grace. Michael McClymond explains how universalism expels the biblical view of grace.
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Jul 2, 2018 • 10min

Universalism Is ‘Alive and Well’ — How Do We Oppose It?

What is Christian universalism, and how should we respond? Michael McClymond, author of a new book on the topic, details the basics.
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Jun 29, 2018 • 13min

Did C.S. Lewis Warn Against Christian Hedonism?

Do Christian Hedonists call people to experience a level of joy now that will be available only in heaven?
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Jun 27, 2018 • 15min

What Does It Feel Like to See the Beauty of Christ?

Discover the heartfelt experience of recognizing Christ's beauty in the Bible. Explore the profound longing for divine presence and the fulfillment it brings. Hear personal reflections on a significant encounter with Romans chapter 9, showcasing the value of consistent scripture engagement. Delve into the relationship between God's sovereignty and human joy, prompting deep emotional responses and thought-provoking questions about faith.
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Jun 25, 2018 • 11min

Is God Glorified in Those Who Reject Him?

We know God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him. But is God at all glorified in those who reject him?

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