Christ’s Life-Giving Food
What does it mean for Jesus to be sustained by giving life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 4:27–42 to show how Christ’s obedience overflows as life for the world.
Apr 10, 2025•24 min
Light + Truth
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
The Savior of the World
How does Jesus reveal himself as the Savior? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 4:27–42 to show how faith arises through the witness of others and personal encounters.
Apr 09, 2025•21 min
Living Water for the World
How does Jesus transform worship? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 4:16–30 to reveal the life-giving joy of worshiping the Father through Christ.
Apr 08, 2025•24 min
True Worship Revealed
What does it mean to truly worship God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 4:16–30 to reveal how Jesus brings us into a deep, personal encounter with the living God.
Apr 07, 2025•24 min
Drink and Be Satisfied
What can satisfy the cavernous thirst of your soul? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 4:16–26 to show how Jesus breaks through our defenses to offer living water.
Apr 04, 2025•22 min
Deeply Known and Deeply Loved
How do we face the pain of being fully known? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 4:16–19 to explore how Jesus reveals our thirst and satisfies our deepest longings.
Apr 03, 2025•25 min
Relentless Grace
How far will God go to pursue a worshiper? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 4:1–15 to show the unrelenting grace of Jesus as he crosses barriers of culture, sin, and shame.
Apr 02, 2025•28 min
Appointments of Grace
What does it mean to follow a Savior who does nothing by accident? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 4:1–15 to reveal the gracious sovereignty of Jesus.
Apr 01, 2025•19 min
The Spirit Prays for Us
If you feel overwhelmed by uncertainty or suffering, how does God provide for you? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:26–27 to show how the Spirit intercedes for us.
Mar 31, 2025•28 min
Grace for the Pain
How does God meet us in our weakness and uncertainty? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 8:26–27 to show how the Spirit aligns our groanings with God’s unfailing will.
Mar 28, 2025•21 min
Help in Our Weakness
What happens when we don’t know how we should pray? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:26–27 to reveal how the Holy Spirit intercedes for us in our weakness.
Mar 27, 2025•26 min
The Glorious Future of God’s Creation
What kind of future awaits those who trust in Christ? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 8:18–25 to reveal the breathtaking hope of a renewed creation.
Mar 26, 2025•25 min
The Meaning of Misery
What does our inevitable suffering reveal about the meaning of life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:18–23 to show how our suffering relates to our God-given hope.
Mar 25, 2025•25 min
Christians Inherit God Himself
What does it mean to inherit God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:14–18 to reveal the glory of inheriting God himself.
Mar 24, 2025•21 min
‘Abba! Father!’
What do the children of God inherit? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 8:14–18 to reveal the breathtaking promise of God’s inheritance.
Mar 21, 2025•21 min
Children by Adoption
How does the Spirit confirm our adoption? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:15–16 to show how the Spirit moves believers from fear to the intimate cry of “Abba, Father.”
Mar 20, 2025•25 min
Led by the Spirit
What does it mean to be led by the Spirit? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:13–14 to show how the Spirit leads believers into battle against sin.
Mar 19, 2025•17 min
Freed from Unforgiven Sin
How did Jesus break sin’s grip and Satan’s power? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Hebrews 2:14–18 to show how Christ’s sacrifice deals with our sin and fear of death.
Mar 18, 2025•24 min
How Christ Conquered Our Sin
How did Christ endure the cross? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines Hebrews 2:10 to reveal the joy and glory that sustained Jesus in his suffering.
Mar 17, 2025•21 min
Christ Died for Our Sins
What does it mean that Christ died for our sins? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines Hebrews 2:9 to reveal how Christ’s death secures salvation and the faith that brings us to God.
Mar 14, 2025•23 min
Christ’s Mission Revealed
What did Jesus accomplish in tasting death? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores Hebrews 2:9 to reveal the depth of Christ’s sacrifice and covenant love.
Mar 13, 2025•21 min
Fix Your Eyes on the World to Come
Is there an end to death’s grip on this world? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores Hebrews 2:1–9, showing how Jesus reshapes our destiny.
Mar 12, 2025•22 min
The Certainty of Our Salvation
What makes our salvation both great and certain? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores Hebrews 2:3–4 to show how God confirms the truth of salvation through unimpeachable witnesses.
Mar 11, 2025•24 min
Heed the Son’s Voice
Why must we give Jesus our closest attention? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Hebrews 2:1–4 to underscore the necessity of heeding God’s decisive word in Christ.
Mar 10, 2025•25 min
The Supremacy of God’s Son
Why does Christ’s supremacy over all things matter? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines Hebrews 1 to show how this truth shapes our worship, assurance, and view of Christ’s reign.
Mar 07, 2025•26 min
Why Christ Reigns at God’s Right Hand
What makes Jesus Christ uniquely worthy to sit at the right hand of God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Hebrews 1:1–4 to examine profound truths about Christ’s person and work.
Mar 06, 2025•24 min
Good News for the Guilty
How can sinners stand before a holy God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Hebrews 1:1–4 to show what Christ achieved and its power to transform those who trust him.
Mar 05, 2025•26 min
How God Speaks to Us
Are you listening to God’s final word for your life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Hebrews 1:1–4 to show how God’s message in Christ surpasses all others.
Mar 04, 2025•22 min
Do You Want to Hear God?
Have you ever wished God would speak directly to you? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows from Hebrews 1:1–4 how God’s final and ultimate word in Christ surpasses all our expectations.
Mar 03, 2025•23 min
Evangelism and God’s Sovereignty
How does God’s sovereignty shape our evangelism? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper reflects on J.I. Packer’s work to show how God’s sovereignty strengthens our reliance on him.
Feb 28, 2025•15 min
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