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Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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Jun 2, 2014 • 6min
Look at the Book — New Chapter in Piper’s Legacy
How did Look at the Book begin? Pastor John explains its past and shares his hopes for its future: to give all Christians confidence in Bible reading.

May 30, 2014 • 9min
Sing to the Lord, Alone
Singing to the Lord can enrich your devotions and enliven your soul, even if you aren’t a natural singer.

May 29, 2014 • 9min
Suicide and Salvation
A final act of self-murder is not necessarily decisive in determining if someone was saved. God regards the whole life.

May 28, 2014 • 8min
Explaining Adoption to Your Adopted Child
Talking to your children about their adoption requires timing and initiation.

May 27, 2014 • 7min
Counsel for Couples Pondering Adoption
Adoption is an eternal reality. God planned it before he founded the earth. Now, we have the chance to act it out.

May 26, 2014 • 7min
One Beautiful Adoption Story
Adoption is hard, and parenting often hurts, but God can create happy stories even in those difficulties.

May 23, 2014 • 7min
Vision for Your Family Vacation
Vacations are a time to rest and refresh. What does it look like for a dad to share the leadership of the family with his wife while on break?

May 22, 2014 • 9min
A Theology of Vacations
For believers, both work and rest become redemptive tools in God’s hands to advance his kingdom.

May 21, 2014 • 8min
Can I Believe the Whole Bible and Not Be Elect?
Sincere belief cannot exist apart from salvation. Pastor John unpacks the implications of believing that the Bible — all of it — is true.

May 20, 2014 • 7min
Do I Love God or Just Love Loving Him?
Holiness, news, risk, and suffering. Pastor John offers four words for four tests to determine whether you love God or just love loving God.


