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Light + Truth

Desiring Godwww.desiringgod.org
Classic sermons from John Piper to help you see Christ clearly and treasure him truly. Five days a week, 20 minutes per episode. Hosted by Dan Cruver.
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Episodes

Our Destiny in Christ

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.

Nov 07, 202325 min

Full Assurance

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.

Nov 06, 202323 min

God’s Great Blessing

God showers immense blessings on us through Christ. In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores Acts 3:22–26 to highlight three of these blessings.

Nov 03, 202321 min

Refreshment, Rule, and Restoration

Why do we sing as Christians? In this brief episode of Light + Truth, John Piper draws out reasons from Acts 3:17–21.

Nov 02, 202313 min

The Author of Life

What might happen when the Author of life steps into a hopeless situation? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper delves into Acts 3:1–16 to stir up hope.

Nov 01, 202324 min

Joy, Awe, and Freedom

How can Christians lead lives filled with God-centered joy and awe? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper walks through Acts 2:42–47.

Oct 31, 202323 min

The Forgiveness of Sins

Have you forgotten what it means to have your sins canceled? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Acts 2:37–41 to explore the wonders of God’s forgiveness.

Oct 30, 202323 min

The Father’s Endorsement of Christ

What does it mean for God the Father to endorse Jesus? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper addresses that critical question from Acts 2:22–36.

Oct 27, 202326 min

Living in the Last Days

What does it mean to live in the last days? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Acts 2:14–21 to equip us to live as we wait for Christ’s return.

Oct 26, 202323 min

The Sovereign Spirit

What happens when the Spirit sovereignly moves on our hearts? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper goes to Acts 2:1–13 for an answer to that important question.

Oct 25, 202322 min

The Invincible Purpose of the Holy Spirit

What is the Spirit’s invincible purpose for us as the church? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Acts 1:15–26 to make that purpose clear.

Oct 24, 202322 min

Clothed with Power

What does it mean to be clothed with power as a witness for Christ? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper provides a worship-filled answer from Acts 1:6–14.

Oct 23, 202323 min

Empowered for Christ

According to Scripture, what actually happens when we are baptized with the Spirit? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Acts 1:4–5 to provide insight into that question.

Oct 20, 202324 min

Christ Builds His Church Today

How can we become instruments in Christ’s hands as he builds his church? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper answers that question from Acts 1:1–3.

Oct 19, 202326 min

Righteousness Revealed Through Faith

How does the righteousness of God save sinners like us? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores this saving righteousness in Romans 1:16–17.

Oct 18, 202320 min

Gospel Power for Eternal Joy

The gospel’s good news is that God has provided a righteousness that guarantees our eternal joy. In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper rejoices over this news from Romans 1:16–17.

Oct 17, 202321 min

Everyday Gospel

How might the gospel transform us if we really fed on it every day? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 1:16–17 to explore how the good news changes us.

Oct 16, 202324 min

The Gospel Is for Christians

How does the gospel not only save unbelievers, but continue saving believers? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper delves into this important question from Romans 1:16–17.

Oct 13, 202324 min

Gospel Priority

Why does the power of God in the gospel come to the Jew first? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores God’s purposes in salvation from Romans 1:16.

Oct 12, 202326 min

Unashamed Joy

The salvation that the gospel secures for us is one of never-ending joy. In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper marvels over the greatness of our future by unpacking Romans 1:16.

Oct 11, 202325 min

Unashamed of the Gospel

What does it look like to be unashamed of the gospel in the face of opposition? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 1:16 to tackle that important question.

Oct 10, 202322 min

Divine Assurance Against Fear

How does God’s strength help us in our weakness? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper holds out encouragement from Isaiah 41:1–13.

Oct 09, 202325 min

Spiritual Fuel for Courage

Scripture says that God’s gracious burden-bearing power is our spiritual fuel for courage. In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores this power in 1 Peter 5:1–11.

Oct 06, 202324 min

Boldness in a World of Compromise

What does God need to do within you to make you bold like the apostle Paul? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12 to provide an answer to that question.

Oct 05, 202326 min

Life, Death, and Ultimate Gain

What might our lives look like if we valued Christ above all else? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores this all-important question from Philippians 1:19–21.

Oct 04, 202317 min

Give Without Fear

Sacrificial giving can be scary, so how can we give generously without succumbing to fear? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper looks to the wonderful promises of Luke 12:13–34 to answer that pivotal question.

Oct 03, 202324 min

Joyful in Loss

What is it that enables us, as Christians, to be joyful in loss? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Hebrews 10:32–36 to explore the source of our unwavering joy.

Oct 02, 202325 min

Empowered to Live Boldly

The fear of man inevitably undermines assurance, so how does the gospel give us the confidence we need? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Proverbs 28:1 to show us how to cultivate Christian boldness.

Sep 29, 202324 min

Faithful Fearlessness

If courage is to be the core of everyday Christianity, how can we become bolder in our faith? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Philippians 1:12–30 to tackle that important question.

Sep 28, 202322 min

The Book Shapes the Reformation

In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows how Martin Luther’s understanding of the Scriptures helped shape the Protestant Reformation.

Sep 27, 202325 min
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