John Piper

Why are the words “no condemnation” so life-altering? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 8:1 to show how Christ’s death placed judgment in the past for all who are in him.

Why are the words “no condemnation” so life-altering? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 8:1 to show how Christ’s death placed judgment in the past for all who are in him.

What if we feel more excited to see family than to see Jesus in heaven? Pastor John offers seven practical suggestions for pursuing deeper love for Christ.

Is Jesus bothered when you come to him for help? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Luke 8:40–56 to show Christ’s compassion for those who fear they’ve come too late or asked too much.

Is Jesus bothered when you come to him for help? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Luke 8:40–56 to show Christ’s compassion for those who fear they’ve come too late or asked too much.

What if we feel more excited to see family than to see Jesus in heaven? Pastor John offers seven practical suggestions for pursuing deeper love for Christ.

What do demons know that we often forget? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Luke 8:26–39 to show why demons fear Christ and why their terror should strengthen our trust.

What do demons know that we often forget? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Luke 8:26–39 to show why demons fear Christ and why their terror should strengthen our trust.

If we don’t wrestle against flesh and blood, why does it so often feel like we do? Pastor John explores the demonic designs in human opposition.

What does faith look like in the middle of a storm? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Luke 8:22–25 to show why panic comes when we forget who sleeps in the boat.

What does faith look like in the middle of a storm? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Luke 8:22–25 to show why panic comes when we forget who sleeps in the boat.

If we don’t wrestle against flesh and blood, why does it so often feel like we do? Pastor John explores the demonic designs in human opposition.

What if joy in God isn’t optional but vital? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper uncovers how the Bible weds duty and delight into one single, God-glorifying pursuit.

What if joy in God isn’t optional but vital? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper uncovers how the Bible weds duty and delight into one single, God-glorifying pursuit.

What kind of heart brings God the most glory? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper presses into the truth that God is not merely to be known — he is to be savored above all else.

What kind of heart brings God the most glory? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper presses into the truth that God is not merely to be known — he is to be savored above all else.

If we want to get close to God, then we won’t ask how close we can get to sin. We’ll ask how we can enjoy more of the Holy Spirit’s fullness.

Will we somehow share in God’s glory in the age to come? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper draws on Athanasius and Scripture to show how believers will rejoice in the radiance of Christ.

Will we somehow share in God’s glory in the age to come? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper draws on Athanasius and Scripture to show how believers will rejoice in the radiance of Christ.

If we want to get close to God, then we won’t ask how close we can get to sin. We’ll ask how we can enjoy more of the Holy Spirit’s fullness.

Is it possible to stand your ground without losing your joy? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows how Athanasius never let his courage outrun his delight in Christ.

Is it possible to stand your ground without losing your joy? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows how Athanasius never let his courage outrun his delight in Christ.

Anxiety can overwhelm us, especially in times of deep loss. How do we fight our fears of the future when so much has already gone wrong?

What kind of man can outlast emperors, exile, and slander? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper traces Athanasius’s fierce allegiance to Christ and unwavering defense of truth.

What kind of man can outlast emperors, exile, and slander? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper traces Athanasius’s fierce allegiance to Christ and unwavering defense of truth.

Anxiety can overwhelm us, especially in times of deep loss. How do we fight our fears of the future when so much has already gone wrong?

What role does the Holy Spirit play in our spiritual security? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Ephesians 1:12–14 to reveal how God’s Spirit empowers our perseverance to the end.

What role does the Holy Spirit play in our spiritual security? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Ephesians 1:12–14 to reveal how God’s Spirit empowers our perseverance to the end.

Who is really at work when you obey God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Ephesians 1:12–14 to show how God’s sovereign will fuels both our willing and our doing.

Who is really at work when you obey God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Ephesians 1:12–14 to show how God’s sovereign will fuels both our willing and our doing.

Life gets harder as we age. We can’t do the same ministries forever. How do we cling to joy in God amid the loss and uncertainty?

What is God’s goal in choosing a people for himself? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Ephesians 1:11–12 to show that election and predestination exist for the praise of God’s glory.

What is God’s goal in choosing a people for himself? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Ephesians 1:11–12 to show that election and predestination exist for the praise of God’s glory.

Life gets harder as we age. We can’t do the same ministries forever. How do we cling to joy in God amid the loss and uncertainty?

Why is the gospel bigger than we often imagine? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Ephesians 1:8–10 to show how Christ’s work unites Jews and Gentiles in one redeemed people.

Why is the gospel bigger than we often imagine? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Ephesians 1:8–10 to show how Christ’s work unites Jews and Gentiles in one redeemed people.

When Paul talks about the riches of God’s inheritance, is God the one inheriting, or are we? Pastor John offers four clues from the context.

How does Christ define the meaning of all things? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores Ephesians 1:8–10 to reveal how the entire universe is summed up in him.

How does Christ define the meaning of all things? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores Ephesians 1:8–10 to reveal how the entire universe is summed up in him.

When Paul talks about the riches of God’s inheritance, is God the one inheriting, or are we? Pastor John offers four clues from the context.

What is the foundation of our forgiveness? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Ephesians 1:7 to show why the blood of Christ secures redemption.

What is the foundation of our forgiveness? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Ephesians 1:7 to show why the blood of Christ secures redemption.

What does redemption mean for us now and in the future? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores Ephesians 1:7–10 to show how our present forgiveness guarantees our future glory.

What does redemption mean for us now and in the future? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores Ephesians 1:7–10 to show how our present forgiveness guarantees our future glory.

How do churches decide when repentance is real, discipline is done, and someone removed from membership is ready to be restored?

What does it mean to be chosen in Christ? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Ephesians 1:3–6 to show how God’s election and predestination lead to our adoption as sons.

What does it mean to be chosen in Christ? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Ephesians 1:3–6 to show how God’s election and predestination lead to our adoption as sons.

How do churches decide when repentance is real, discipline is done, and someone removed from membership is ready to be restored?

What is God’s ultimate purpose in salvation? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Ephesians 1:3–6 to unveil how God’s grace serves God’s ultimate goal — the praise of his glory.

What is God’s ultimate purpose in salvation? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Ephesians 1:3–6 to unveil how God’s grace serves God’s ultimate goal — the praise of his glory.

How can faithful parents maintain a meaningful relationship with a wayward child? Pastor John helps moms and dads walk wisely through the pain.

Why is grammar essential to knowing God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Ephesians 3:1–4 to show how reading Scripture well makes all the difference in our relationship with God.

Why is grammar essential to knowing God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Ephesians 3:1–4 to show how reading Scripture well makes all the difference in our relationship with God.

How can faithful parents maintain a meaningful relationship with a wayward child? Pastor John helps moms and dads walk wisely through the pain.

How does the Old Testament prepare us to know Jesus? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 5:33–47 to show how all of Scripture bears witness to his glory.

How does the Old Testament prepare us to know Jesus? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 5:33–47 to show how all of Scripture bears witness to his glory.

What keeps us addicted to human approval? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 5:30–47 to expose the restless craving for praise and how Christ sets us free.

What keeps us addicted to human approval? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 5:30–47 to expose the restless craving for praise and how Christ sets us free.

If the world was already fallen with Adam and utterly corrupt at the flood, why did God wait thousands of years before sending Jesus?

What does an unwillingness to believe the gospel reveal about us? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 5:30–47 to reveal how our deepest desires shape our beliefs.

What does an unwillingness to believe the gospel reveal about us? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 5:30–47 to reveal how our deepest desires shape our beliefs.

If the world was already fallen with Adam and utterly corrupt at the flood, why did God wait thousands of years before sending Jesus?

Why is Jesus the source of life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 5:25–29 to show how the Son, like the Father, possesses and gives life as God himself.

Why is Jesus the source of life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 5:25–29 to show how the Son, like the Father, possesses and gives life as God himself.

How do we face death and broken relationships, especially when they pile on at the same time? Pastor John helps us find wisdom, love, and strength in deep loss.

What happens when Jesus speaks to the dead? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 5:25–29 to unfold the staggering reality that all who have lived will rise at his call.

What happens when Jesus speaks to the dead? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 5:25–29 to unfold the staggering reality that all who have lived will rise at his call.

How do we face death and broken relationships, especially when they pile on at the same time? Pastor John helps us find wisdom, love, and strength in deep loss.

What do Jesus’s healings reveal about his ultimate mission? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 5:1–24 to show how every miracle points to the deeper healing we need.

What do Jesus’s healings reveal about his ultimate mission? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 5:1–24 to show how every miracle points to the deeper healing we need.

Why did Jesus heal? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 5:1–18 to reveal that Christ’s miracles are not just about health but about holiness.

Why did Jesus heal? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 5:1–18 to reveal that Christ’s miracles are not just about health but about holiness.

How can women navigate a corrupt and confusing world? Pastor John offers biblical strategies for confidence, strength, and freedom.

What moves the heart of Christ? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 5:1–18 to show that Jesus is not distant or indifferent — he is deeply compassionate.

What moves the heart of Christ? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 5:1–18 to show that Jesus is not distant or indifferent — he is deeply compassionate.

How can women navigate a corrupt and confusing world? Pastor John offers biblical strategies for confidence, strength, and freedom.

Why is Christianity still advancing worldwide? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Acts 5:30–31 to reveal that Jesus, risen and reigning, is building his church.

Why is Christianity still advancing worldwide? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Acts 5:30–31 to reveal that Jesus, risen and reigning, is building his church.

In a world where Christians deal with chronic pain and awful sickness, how can we understand and apply the promise that “God heals all your diseases”?

Why does God sometimes rescue and sometimes not? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Acts 5:17–42 to show why the same God who delivers also ordains suffering.

Why does God sometimes rescue and sometimes not? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Acts 5:17–42 to show why the same God who delivers also ordains suffering.

In a world where Christians deal with chronic pain and awful sickness, how can we understand and apply the promise that “God heals all your diseases”?

Why did the early church pray for signs and wonders? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Acts 4:30–5:14 to reveal how bold prayers for God’s power led to conversions.

Why did the early church pray for signs and wonders? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Acts 4:30–5:14 to reveal how bold prayers for God’s power led to conversions.

What frees us from the love of money? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Acts 4:32–5:11 to show how treasuring Christ loosens our grip on possessions.

What frees us from the love of money? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Acts 4:32–5:11 to show how treasuring Christ loosens our grip on possessions.

Can we lose eternal rewards by becoming incapacitated or less fruitful as we age? Or can our sin cancel out rewards we would have received?

What kind of prayer changes the world? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper looks at Acts 4:23–31 to show the power of Spirit-filled, Scripture-saturated prayer.

What kind of prayer changes the world? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper looks at Acts 4:23–31 to show the power of Spirit-filled, Scripture-saturated prayer.

Can we lose eternal rewards by becoming incapacitated or less fruitful as we age? Or can our sin cancel out rewards we would have received?

What keeps Christians from speaking up for Christ? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Acts 4:13–22 to reveal the source of true boldness.

What keeps Christians from speaking up for Christ? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Acts 4:13–22 to reveal the source of true boldness.

Knowing God is the most extraordinary experience in the world. But how do we come to know him authentically, deeply, personally?

How does Christ’s supremacy compel global missions? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Acts 4:1–12 to show why the exclusivity of Jesus fuels the urgent call to proclaim his name.

How does Christ’s supremacy compel global missions? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Acts 4:1–12 to show why the exclusivity of Jesus fuels the urgent call to proclaim his name.

Knowing God is the most extraordinary experience in the world. But how do we come to know him authentically, deeply, personally?

How do you prepare for suffering before it comes? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines John Bunyan’s unwavering trust in God’s sovereignty.

How do you prepare for suffering before it comes? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines John Bunyan’s unwavering trust in God’s sovereignty.

Why do the greatest lessons often come through suffering? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores how John Bunyan’s time in prison made his ministry a balm for sufferers.

Why do the greatest lessons often come through suffering? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores how John Bunyan’s time in prison made his ministry a balm for sufferers.