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Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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May 19, 2014 • 9min
How Should I Think About My Failures?
God has sufficient grace for our sins, our weaknesses, and our failures. He can turn even our failures into gospel successes.

May 16, 2014 • 7min
Is God Everywhere and Absent from Hell?
If God is everywhere, is he also in hell? If so, in what sense is God present in hell? Pastor John answers.

May 15, 2014 • 9min
Bikinis and Modesty
True modesty is the fruit of joyfully submitting to Christ, saturating ourselves with the word of God, and considering the good of others.

May 14, 2014 • 10min
What Is Calvinism?
God’s glory is the goal of all things, and his freedom and his sovereignty are essential to his deity — and our salvation.

May 13, 2014 • 6min
Do Loved Ones in Heaven Look Down on Us?
We don’t know how much the saints in heaven know about the events on earth. But the Bible’s promises for the joy of the saints are glorious.

May 12, 2014 • 8min
Sick of Singleness and Satisfied in Christ
Desires for marriage, even very strong desires, are not necessarily at odds with contentment in Christ.

May 9, 2014 • 8min
If God Never Leaves Me, Why Does He Withdraw?
Pastor John explains why God withdraws from his people in light of his new-covenant promises to stay with them forever.

May 8, 2014 • 8min
Battling Homosexual Lust
Our battles against sin are not meant to be easy or pain-free. But they can — and should — be marked by joy and filled with the promises of God.

May 7, 2014 • 7min
When Past Sexual Sin Haunts Your Wedding
Past sexual mistakes can cast long shadows, especially when preparing for marriage. In heartfelt discussions, listeners explore the themes of regret, redemption, and the power of forgiveness. Emphasizing the role of repentance, the conversation reveals how honesty can foster deeper intimacy and healing in relationships. The importance of sexual integrity is addressed, reminding listeners that past errors don’t define their future, but rather enhance the journey toward a meaningful commitment.

May 6, 2014 • 9min
When Sin Fractures a Church
Pastor John remembers a painful time in Bethlehem’s history and encourages pastors to stay with their churches through seasons of discipline and grief.


