John Piper

What does it look like to live and speak the truth without compromise? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper highlights Paul’s bold commitment to truth as a model for God-honoring ministry.

What does it look like to live and speak the truth without compromise? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper highlights Paul’s bold commitment to truth as a model for God-honoring ministry.

How does God use persuasion to advance the gospel? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper draws on Paul’s example to show how truth-filled teaching can transform lives in a pluralistic society.

How does a promise about the future help us fight for purity today? Pastor John unpacks the power of the greatest pleasure purchased at the greatest price.

How does a promise about the future help us fight for purity today? Pastor John unpacks the power of the greatest pleasure purchased at the greatest price.

How does God use persuasion to advance the gospel? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper draws on Paul’s example to show how truth-filled teaching can transform lives in a pluralistic society.

What are the consequences of turning away from truth? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines how rejecting God’s truth leads to deception and eternal ruin.

What are the consequences of turning away from truth? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines how rejecting God’s truth leads to deception and eternal ruin.

How do we pursue truth in a society driven by lust and deception? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper reveals how sinful desires can erode our commitment to truth.

How do we pursue truth in a society driven by lust and deception? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper reveals how sinful desires can erode our commitment to truth.

How can the church resist societal pressures that demand conformity? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper urges believers to confront the forces that erode truth in the church.

People for millennia have said, in one way or another, “There is no God.” Pastor John describes five ways we suppress the knowledge of God’s existence.

People for millennia have said, in one way or another, “There is no God.” Pastor John describes five ways we suppress the knowledge of God’s existence.

How can the church resist societal pressures that demand conformity? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper urges believers to confront the forces that erode truth in the church.

Why do precise definitions and clear statements matter in an age of ambiguity? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows how a commitment to clarity safeguards the truth.

Why do precise definitions and clear statements matter in an age of ambiguity? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows how a commitment to clarity safeguards the truth.

How do we stay committed to truth amid a society increasingly indifferent to it? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores subtle pressures that challenge our allegiance to God’s word.

Is heaven a physical place that exists right now? As Pastor John answers, he encourages us to focus mainly on the relational, not the spatial, aspect of heaven.

Is heaven a physical place that exists right now? As Pastor John answers, he encourages us to focus mainly on the relational, not the spatial, aspect of heaven.

How do we stay committed to truth amid a society increasingly indifferent to it? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores subtle pressures that challenge our allegiance to God’s word.

How do we stand firm in truth amid a society that doesn’t? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines 2 Thessalonians 2:8–12 to reveal how embracing truth equips us to navigate our world.

How do we stand firm in truth amid a society that doesn’t? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines 2 Thessalonians 2:8–12 to reveal how embracing truth equips us to navigate our world.

How can we kill sin in a way that honors Christ? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores Romans 8:10–17 to reveal how putting sin to death by the Spirit magnifies Jesus.

How can we kill sin in a way that honors Christ? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores Romans 8:10–17 to reveal how putting sin to death by the Spirit magnifies Jesus.

How do we defeat sin by the Spirit? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 8:10–17 to show that the power to conquer sin comes through hearing God’s word with faith.

Even when our prayers for protection feel pointless, they are not. God is our good and sovereign Father, and it is never pointless to ask him for what we need.

Even when our prayers for protection feel pointless, they are not. God is our good and sovereign Father, and it is never pointless to ask him for what we need.

How do we defeat sin by the Spirit? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 8:10–17 to show that the power to conquer sin comes through hearing God’s word with faith.

Are you prepared to fight the sin that tries to take hold of you? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:10–17 to urge believers to suffocate sin by severing its lifelines.

Are you prepared to fight the sin that tries to take hold of you? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:10–17 to urge believers to suffocate sin by severing its lifelines.

Have you declared war on your sin, or are you living with a peacetime mindset? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 8:10–17 to call Christians to wage war against sin.

As we begin a new year of Bible reading, what obstacles can we expect to meet along the way — and what benefits will keep us reading day by day?

As we begin a new year of Bible reading, what obstacles can we expect to meet along the way — and what benefits will keep us reading day by day?

Have you declared war on your sin, or are you living with a peacetime mindset? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 8:10–17 to call Christians to wage war against sin.

Are you living in debt to sin, or are you waging war against it? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:10–17 to call those justified by faith to fight sin with confidence.

Are you living in debt to sin, or are you waging war against it? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:10–17 to call those justified by faith to fight sin with confidence.

Where can we find meaning and purpose in a world marked by despair and hopelessness? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shares Francis Schaeffer’s timeless response.

Where can we find meaning and purpose in a world marked by despair and hopelessness? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shares Francis Schaeffer’s timeless response.

How can seemingly insignificant moments shape a life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper reflects on Francis Schaeffer’s life, showing how God uses even the smallest acts of faithfulness.

If someone is convinced that he knows God’s will for us, yet we disagree, what can we do? Pastor John offers five ways forward.

If someone is convinced that he knows God’s will for us, yet we disagree, what can we do? Pastor John offers five ways forward.

How can seemingly insignificant moments shape a life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper reflects on Francis Schaeffer’s life, showing how God uses even the smallest acts of faithfulness.

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How do we sustain joy in God through the ups and downs of life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper offers practical wisdom on fighting for joy using three vital weapons.

How do we sustain joy in God through the ups and downs of life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper offers practical wisdom on fighting for joy using three vital weapons.

What sustains joy in God when life feels overwhelming? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 2 Timothy 4:7 to explain how the daily pursuit of joy is essential to persevering in faith.

God gives the church teachers, including Bible commentators, to help us understand his word. But how can we tell if we’re relying on commentaries too much?

God gives the church teachers, including Bible commentators, to help us understand his word. But how can we tell if we’re relying on commentaries too much?

What sustains joy in God when life feels overwhelming? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 2 Timothy 4:7 to explain how the daily pursuit of joy is essential to persevering in faith.

What should motivate our deeds of love? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Hebrews 12:2 to demonstrate how joy in God fuels sacrificial love.

What should motivate our deeds of love? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Hebrews 12:2 to demonstrate how joy in God fuels sacrificial love.

Why does God love a cheerful giver? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explains from 2 Corinthians 9:7 that joyful giving turns generosity into worship that honors him and blesses others.

Why does God love a cheerful giver? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explains from 2 Corinthians 9:7 that joyful giving turns generosity into worship that honors him and blesses others.

Why is love more than action? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows from 2 Corinthians 8:1–9 that true love flows from joy in God, transforming generosity into a heartfelt expression.

At Christmas, Jesus came to bring God-exalting happiness through peace with God — and merciful warfare against everything that destroys such happiness.

At Christmas, Jesus came to bring God-exalting happiness through peace with God — and merciful warfare against everything that destroys such happiness.

Why is love more than action? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows from 2 Corinthians 8:1–9 that true love flows from joy in God, transforming generosity into a heartfelt expression.

Why should we seek our deepest satisfaction in God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explains how our pursuit of joy in God magnifies his glory.

Why should we seek our deepest satisfaction in God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explains how our pursuit of joy in God magnifies his glory.

Why is forsaking God for anything else a tragic mistake? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows that turning from God leads only to dissatisfaction.

In his infinite wisdom, righteousness, and power, God designs even the deeds of evil kings for the good of his people and the glory of his name.

In his infinite wisdom, righteousness, and power, God designs even the deeds of evil kings for the good of his people and the glory of his name.

Why is forsaking God for anything else a tragic mistake? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows that turning from God leads only to dissatisfaction.

Why is pursuing our joy in God central to the Christian life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper demonstrates how our delight in God is one with his passion for his glory.

Why is pursuing our joy in God central to the Christian life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper demonstrates how our delight in God is one with his passion for his glory.

Why is giving himself to us the most loving thing God can do? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explains how God’s focus on his own glory forms the foundation of his love for us.

Why is giving himself to us the most loving thing God can do? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explains how God’s focus on his own glory forms the foundation of his love for us.

Who is most passionate for God in all the universe? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper traces the story of redemption, revealing God’s ultimate passion for his own glory.

Sometimes God delivers us from affliction through affliction. But what kinds of affliction does he use — and how can we know when he does so?

Sometimes God delivers us from affliction through affliction. But what kinds of affliction does he use — and how can we know when he does so?

Who is most passionate for God in all the universe? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper traces the story of redemption, revealing God’s ultimate passion for his own glory.

How much grace is there for those who are in Christ? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 5:12–21 to explore the boundless grace found in Christ.

How much grace is there for those who are in Christ? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 5:12–21 to explore the boundless grace found in Christ.

How does God address the depth and breadth of our need for salvation? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 5:12–21 to explore God’s response to our two greatest needs.

How can we know that we love God more than his gifts, especially during the Christmas season? Pastor John unlocks the answer with two keys.

How can we know that we love God more than his gifts, especially during the Christmas season? Pastor John unlocks the answer with two keys.

How does God address the depth and breadth of our need for salvation? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 5:12–21 to explore God’s response to our two greatest needs.

How important is it to understand fallen human nature? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 5:12–21 to examine our condition before God apart from Christ.

How important is it to understand fallen human nature? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 5:12–21 to examine our condition before God apart from Christ.

What did Christ do to rescue us from the despair of never being good enough? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 5:12–21 to reveal the righteousness Christ secured for us.

What did Christ do to rescue us from the despair of never being good enough? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 5:12–21 to reveal the righteousness Christ secured for us.

Why is Christ’s obedience good news no matter how terrible our guilt is? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 5:12–21 to show how Christ frees us from all condemnation.

Single Christians may be tempted to despair over missing the experience of marital love. But God himself will see to it that our joy is eternally full in Christ.

Single Christians may be tempted to despair over missing the experience of marital love. But God himself will see to it that our joy is eternally full in Christ.

Why is Christ’s obedience good news no matter how terrible our guilt is? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 5:12–21 to show how Christ frees us from all condemnation.

What should we do when Satan tempts us to despair? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 5:12–21 to explore the deep assurance the righteousness of Christ provides.

What should we do when Satan tempts us to despair? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 5:12–21 to explore the deep assurance the righteousness of Christ provides.

What makes Christ so much better than Adam? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 5:12–21 to reveal the profound effects of the free gift of Christ’s righteousness.

Since the Bible calls Christians children of light, should darkness and violence have any place in the stories we create?

Since the Bible calls Christians children of light, should darkness and violence have any place in the stories we create?

What makes Christ so much better than Adam? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 5:12–21 to reveal the profound effects of the free gift of Christ’s righteousness.

How does Christ offer rest for our souls in the face of sin and death? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 5:12–21 to show how Christ’s work overcomes Adam’s fall.

How does Christ offer rest for our souls in the face of sin and death? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 5:12–21 to show how Christ’s work overcomes Adam’s fall.

How is Christ’s work far greater than Adam’s? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 5:12–21 to explore the superiority of Christ’s obedience to Adam’s disobedience.

How is Christ’s work far greater than Adam’s? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 5:12–21 to explore the superiority of Christ’s obedience to Adam’s disobedience.

How can we know the Bible is God’s word? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explains how the Holy Spirit convinces us of Scripture’s divine authority.

Should Christians show so-called “gender pronoun hospitality”? Pastor John shares practical ways to speak the truth in love with those confused about their sexuality.

Should Christians show so-called “gender pronoun hospitality”? Pastor John shares practical ways to speak the truth in love with those confused about their sexuality.