Light + Truth

What is the future hope of glory for which all Christians eagerly await? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 8:18–25 to explore what awaits all who believe in Jesus.

Why is the return of Christ a blessed hope for Christians? And why shouldn’t Christians fear his coming? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Titus 2:11–13 to answer those pressing questions.

What sustains the Christian’s hope? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 15:4 to show how God enables us to endure through the Scriptures.

In this episode, John Piper explores the mystery of regeneration through the preaching of the gospel. He discusses the impact of the resurrection of Jesus and the preaching of the gospel as the instrument for new birth and hope. The importance of regeneration in the Christian faith is emphasized, as well as the concept of being born again. The connection between regeneration and the gospel is explored, highlighting the role of the Spirit in bringing about new birth and giving birth to a living hope.

What is “the hope of the gospel,” and how does that hope steady the Christian life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Colossians 1:15–23 to answer that two-part question.

Our hope as Christians is built on grace. But what does that mean, and why does it matter? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 2 Thessalonians 2:16–17 to find answers to those two important questions.

The podcast discusses the impact of biblical hope on future thinking, emphasizing the roots of Christian faith and hope in God's character. It explores the battle of hope and the importance of perseverance in obedience. The relationship between faith and hope is examined, using Abraham as a model. Faith and hope are intertwined and crucial in our relationship with God.

What connection do grace and truth have with the heart of God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 1:14–18 to tackle that wonderful question.

Why does God use humanity to testify to the glory of his Son? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 1:6–8 to highlight the privilege we have in proclaiming Christ.

Exploring the significance of Jesus being the light and how it triumphs over darkness, believers transitioning from darkness to becoming children of light, the invincibility of light and how it spreads and grows, the reason why light will triumph emphasizing the Word as the unquenchable light, the power of light in overcoming darkness and the transformative power of faith in Jesus.