Light + Truth

God warns us about the judgment to come, but even as he warns us with his wrath, he woos us with his kindness. In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper considers the warning and wooing of God in Romans 1:18.

In this episode, John Piper explores the desperate need for the gospel and the sinful nature of the human heart. He emphasizes the importance of understanding sin and wrath to cultivate sagacious individuals who can help others. The chapter also discusses the power of the gospel and how it reveals righteousness for people to have by faith. Additionally, it delves into the meaning of death as God's judgment and condemnation for sin.

Paul's goal in life is to magnify Christ and his eagerness for Christ to be magnified in his body, whether through life or death. Exploring the concepts of shame and honor, Paul highlights the importance of living as unusual people. The podcast also discusses glorifying God in life and death, living for Christ and living by faith, and the importance of having a confident trust in Christ to magnify him.

What kind of people will we become when our hope is set on heaven? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Revelation 21:1–8 for the transforming power of the world to come.

What is the Christian’s path to assurance? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 1 Thessalonians 5:23–24 to lead us into greater confidence in Christ.

What can give us assurance both in life and in death? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to 1 Corinthians 1:18–25 to show us the foundation of our confidence.

On what basis can God promise not to count our sins against us? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper expounds the profound truth of our justification by exploring Romans 3:21–4:8.

Why is the fact that God ever forgives sin a massive problem? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper answers that provocative question by turning to Romans 3:21–26.

As a Christian, what is your God-given destiny, and how can you be certain that it’s yours? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper addresses these questions in Ephesians 1:3–6.

What should we do when we struggle with our assurance of salvation? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Ephesians 1:4 to address that common struggle.