“Use all your gifts, all your intelligence, all your circumstances and relationships and competence and courage to live the most productive, significant life possible. And do it all to make Christ look great.” —John Piper desiringgod.org/interviews/am-…

How should God’s sovereignty stabilize our hearts when the world seems out of control? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Obadiah to help us find rest by faith. desiringgod.org/light-and-trut…

“If the only theology we received were contained in the songs we sing, how well would we know God after five years? Your answer will give you insight into how biblical your songs are.” —Bob Kauflin desiringgod.org/articles/what-…

“When you go out to war against your enemies, and see horses and chariots and an army larger than your own, you shall not be afraid of them, for the Lord your God is with you, who brought you up out of the land of Egypt.” —Deuteronomy 20:1

Jonathan Edwards once stated, “Saving faith implies . . . love.” Do we obey God’s commandments out of obligation or love? Today on Solid Joys, John Piper examines 1 John 5:3–4, shedding light on the essence of faith.

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What does it mean that the just shall live by faith? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Habakkuk to unpack the heart of the gospel. desiringgod.org/light-and-trut…

“He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it.” —1 Thessalonians 5:24

Does the weight of tomorrow’s unknowns keep you up at night? Remember, God’s mercies are as new as each sunrise, perfectly appointed for the day’s troubles. On today’s Solid Joys, John Piper urges us to trust in Lamentations 3:22–23 and Matthew 6:34.

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“Something amazing happens in us when we are known by God. We come to faith. We love him when he knows us — when he sets his choosing favor on us.” —John Piper desiringgod.org/labs/what-does…

How do we prepare to meet the holy God who judges sin? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens the book of Amos to show how we can be ready to face the final judgment. desiringgod.org/light-and-trut…

He’s not efficient . . . just really big. And he will be worshiped for ruling over all things.

“In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will.” —Ephesians 1:11

Mules can be stubborn and stupid. Can we also display these tendencies that lead us away from God’s will? On today’s Solid Joys, John Piper warns us that the path to divine protection and provision lies in humble prayer and acceptance of God’s direction.

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“It’s not a blessing to give the impression of treating lightly something that God treats dreadfully.” Pastor John responds to Pope Francis’s proposal for “blessing” same-sex relationships. desiringgod.org/interviews/sho…

How do we move out from under God’s judgment and into God’s eternal joy? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Zephaniah 3:14–17 to encourage us with amazing grace. desiringgod.org/light-and-trut…

“Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before him; God is a refuge for us.” —Psalm 62:8

Have you ever wondered why Scripture continually mentions God doing things “for his name’s sake”? Today on Solid Joys, John Piper explores this concept as seen in the Lord’s prayer. He points out that it’s not an acclamation — it’s a petition.

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Do unbelievers know God? “There is a rebellion in the human heart that creates ignorance of the true and living God.” desiringgod.org/labs/do-unbeli…

“The safest soul in all the universe is the one that rejoices in the risen Christ. God will never destroy those who delight in his Son.” David Mathis draws jubilant and embattled souls alike to the only shield that keeps us safe forever. desiringgod.org/messages/the-s…

“How should fellow elders of the same church navigate dissent, discord, and differences?” Steven Lee offers a tested way to disagree toward unity. desiringgod.org/articles/when-…