The Final Verdict Has Already Been Spoken
For those in Christ, acceptance before God is certain. In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:1 to show how being in Christ means no condemnation now and forever.
Apr 23, 2026•22 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 Glory We Exchanged — and the Righteousness God Gives
What makes our guilt so serious before God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 3:23–26 to show how rejecting God’s glory required the cross.
Apr 22, 2026•23 min
Kill Sin with Promises
Why does sheer resolve fail against temptation? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 8:13 to show how the Spirit uses promises to defeat sin.
Apr 21, 2026•27 min
You Can’t Out-Give God
Why are you tempted toward self-pity when obedience proves costly? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Matthew 19:29 to show Christ himself repays every sacrifice.
Apr 20, 2026•27 min
The Christian Life Is a Quest for Joy
What are you really chasing in life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Isaiah 6:1–3 to show that only God himself can satisfy your restless heart.
Apr 17, 2026•25 min
Why God’s Wrath Is Not an Overreaction
Is hell an overreaction to human sin? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explains why offending an infinitely glorious God is an infinitely heinous crime.
Apr 16, 2026•21 min
What Does God Save Us From?
If Christ did not alleviate your earthly struggles, would the gospel still be good news? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows that rescue from God’s wrath is enough.
Apr 15, 2026•23 min
Other Sheep Are Out There, and Christ Will Have Them
How do you persevere when few seem to believe? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 10:16 to explain why gospel labor rests on a Shepherd who gathers his own.
Apr 14, 2026•28 min
Why God’s Sovereignty Fuels Missions
What makes missions unstoppable? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 10:16 to show how Christ’s certain purpose draws us into God’s global plan.
Apr 13, 2026•25 min
The Mission Waits for Martyrs
Why would God appoint martyrs? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows how our suffering carries Christ’s saving work to those who have not heard.
Apr 10, 2026•21 min
If Christ Is Not Raised, Live Comfortably
If there’s no resurrection, should we just live for comfort? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows why normal comforts make sense if we have no hope.
Apr 09, 2026•27 min
Why God’s Love for Himself Is Good News for You
Why must God exalt himself to love you? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 4:23 to show that your joy is only complete when God gives you God.
Apr 08, 2026•28 min
Why Christians Still Need the Gospel
Do we only need the gospel for the first steps of faith? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 1:8–15 to show why the gospel remains relevant for everyday obedience.
Apr 07, 2026•25 min
Faith Worth Thanking God For
Why does Paul thank God for the faith of the saints? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 1:8–15 to show why faith is a gift that directs all thanks to God.
Apr 06, 2026•25 min
The Love That Will Not Let You Go
How can you be sure you’ll endure to the end? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 1:6–7 and points to a covenant love that will not release those Christ has purchased.
Apr 03, 2026•22 min
The Love That Makes Christians
Do you know God’s love as personal, covenant love — not just the love he shows the world? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 1:6–7 to show the love that makes Christians.
Apr 02, 2026•24 min
Why You Came When Others Didn’t
What made Christ compelling to you — but not to others? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 1:6–7 to explain how God’s call opened your eyes.
Apr 01, 2026•21 min
Called, Not Self-Made
Do you think God owes you anything? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 1:6–7 to show why salvation is sheer mercy, not a human right.
Mar 31, 2026•25 min
You Get the Help, God Gets the Glory
Why doesn’t obedience start with human effort? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 1:5 to show how God supplies the help so Christ gets the glory.
Mar 30, 2026•23 min
Grace Cannot Be Earned, and That’s the Point
What makes grace truly grace? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 1:5 to show that grace rests on Christ’s work, not our worth.
Mar 27, 2026•19 min
The King Who Died — and Rules Anyway
How can a crucified Messiah be good news? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper preaches Romans 1:1–4 and shows that the risen Son now reigns in power.
Mar 26, 2026•21 min
A Gospel Planned Before You Were Born
Why does the Bible have two testaments? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 1:1–4 to show how the gospel is God’s long-promised plan coming to completion.
Mar 25, 2026•24 min
The Letter That Begins with God, Not You
What matters more than knowing who you are? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 1:1 to show why the gospel begins with whose you are, not who you are.
Mar 24, 2026•23 min
The Gospel That Carries You to the End
What kind of gospel actually carries believers to the end? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 1:1 to show why only a heralded gospel sustains us.
Mar 23, 2026•21 min
The One We Dare Not Take for Granted
Do we honor God by assuming him? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Isaiah 48:9–11 to show why God’s greatness demands our attention and praise.
Mar 20, 2026•29 min
Hope That Pleases God
How can commands sound like good news? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explains Psalm 147:11 and shows why God’s call to hope is grace.
Mar 19, 2026•17 min
The God Who Rejoices Over You
Do you picture God helping you reluctantly? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper unpacks Jeremiah 32:40–41 to show God’s eager, wholehearted gladness to help his people.
Mar 18, 2026•20 min
God Never Stops Doing Good
How can you be sure God won’t quit doing you good? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper applies Jeremiah 32:39–41 to all who belong to Christ.
Mar 17, 2026•27 min
The Delight That Breaks the Power of Sin
Why do your strongest temptations keep winning? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 6:35 to show that sin loses leverage when Christ becomes your deepest joy.
Mar 16, 2026•28 min
The Joy That Produces Radical Obedience
Why don’t fear and guilt change us more deeply? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Matthew 5:16 to show how delight in God produces brokenness and obedience.
Mar 13, 2026•26 min
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