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Desiring God
John Piper answering tough theological and pastoral questions.
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Jul 3, 2020 • 15min
How Much Patriotism Is Too Much Patriotism?
If Christians are first and foremost citizens of heaven, then is it ever appropriate to show patriotism for a homeland?

Jul 1, 2020 • 8min
How Can I Be Free from Materialism?
For many Western Christians, materialism has transformed our wants into needs and distorted our view of biblical Christianity. How can we be free?

Jun 29, 2020 • 14min
Did Moses Think Sinners Could Keep the Law?
The Mosaic law requires obedience over and over again. Does that mean old-covenant believers earned their way to a right standing with God?

Jun 26, 2020 • 14min
Do I Need to Understand the Trinity to Be Saved?
What does someone need to know about the Trinity in order to have saving faith in Jesus?

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Jun 24, 2020 • 11min
How Do I Find Freedom from Worry?
A conversation about finding freedom from worry by hearing specific promises from Scripture. Stories of missionaries clinging to concrete truths under pressure. Discussion of how faith, Scripture, and the Spirit interact to replace fear with peace. Practical descriptions of gospel promises applied in moments of trouble.

Jun 22, 2020 • 12min
Would God Have Been More Loving Not to Create Anyone?
If God knew before he created the world that millions of people would suffer eternally in hell, would he have been more loving not to create at all?

Jun 19, 2020 • 14min
Which Characters in Job Can We Trust?
Job is a famously difficult book to understand and apply. But God has not left us without interpretive guides to help us discern the book’s message.

Jun 18, 2020 • 20min
Update from John Piper and How You Can Help Us
Hear from Pastor John on his latest ministry projects, and learn how you can partner with us to spread joy in Jesus Christ for years to come.

Jun 17, 2020 • 9min
What Do You See When You Look at the Sky?
All creation rings with its Maker’s praise. If we pause to look and listen, God can show us glory in all that he has made.

Jun 15, 2020 • 12min
Why Does Christ Want Some Not to Believe?
If God desires all people to be saved, why did Jesus sometimes speak in a way that kept people from believing?


