155. [Romans 8:18-39] When Life Doesn't Make Sense
Preached on August 31, 2025
Sep 10, 2025•39 min
The Paul Tripp Sermon Podcast
Listen to archived sermons preached by pastor and author Dr. Paul David Tripp, primarily between 2007 and 2011 during his time as pastor at Tenth Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia. Paul is no longer a pastor on staff at a church and does not preach regularly.
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154. [Galatians 2:20] The Danger of a Gap in Your Gospel
Paul Tripp emphasizes that the gospel is not just for past or future salvation, but for present transformation. He unpacks Galatians 2:20, defining the gospel as our identity rooted in Christ's crucifixion, leading to four freedoms from sin. He then presents the gospel as a lens through five foundational truths about God, humanity, sin, grace, and destiny. Finally, the sermon stresses the gospel as a lifestyle that shapes every aspect of daily living, encouraging listeners to deeply integrate these truths into their lives.
Sep 10, 2025•40 min
153. [Hebrews 3:12-13] Warnings of Danger and the Call of Grace
How do Christians, who have the Bible in their hand and the Holy Spirit in their heart, stray so far from righteous living? In this sermon, Paul Tripp discusses his past anger before unpacking Hebrews 3:12-13, helping us prevent a downward spiritual spiral. Preached on June 11, 2017.
Jun 13, 2023•43 min
152. [Colossians 2:1-15] Right Here, Right Now
The cross of Jesus Christ is not just for your entry into faith. It's not just for the forgiveness of your sins. It's not just for the eternal salvation in heaven when you die. The cross of Jesus Christ provides you with everything you need for a lifestyle of faith, right here, right now. Preached on March 20, 2011.
Jun 13, 2023•39 min
151. [Ephesians 3:14-4:3] The Worthy Community
"Get your act together and live in a manner worthy of the Gospel." This is, sadly, a style of preaching within the Church. But as Paul David Tripp explains, we have no ability to live up to that high calling on our own. Rather, Christ's grace measures up on our behalf and allows us to live out of the Gospel. Preached on March 6, 2011.
Jun 13, 2023•34 min
150. [Judges 6:1-7:25] Powerful Weakness
We love a good heroic story. An unlikely character faces the impossible, overcomes the odds, and saves the day! But the biblical reality is that we're all deeply dependent. In this sermon, Paul David Tripp shows how our weakness is not in the way of what God would do; it’s our delusions of strength that are. Preached on January 16, 2011.
Jun 13, 2023•34 min
149. [Hebrews 10:19-31] Let Us, Let Us, Let Us (Let Us)
Since the Gospel is true, then let us live like we believe it! Such is the sentence structure employed by the author of Hebrews 10. In this sermon, Paul David Tripp unpacks each of the four uses of "let us" and applies it to everyday life. Preached on May 9, 2010.
Jun 13, 2023•33 min
148. [1 Corinthians 6:12-20] Sex in the City
We live in a world that has gone sexually insane. As Christians, we need to revisit God's intention for sex and the way our sin twists something good for evil. In this sermon, Paul David Tripp reveals two commands and four principles that will radically alter our view of sex. Preached on March 7, 2010.
Jun 13, 2023•39 min
147. [Isaiah 55:8-13] Radical Change
Do you love the Bible? The natural answer for the Christian would be yes, of course. But oftentimes, Christians love the "ideas" presented in the Word of God, as opposed to the Author of the Word. In this second sermon on Isaiah 55, Paul David Tripp teaches how our love for Bible should be centered around our love for the Divine Author. Preached on January 31, 2010.
Jun 13, 2023•31 min
146. [Isaiah 55:1-7] It’s Free
We are forgetful people - and it's only a short step between forgetfulness and a life that no longer lives for the glory of God. In the first sermon of this two-part series, Paul David Tripp opens up Isaiah 55 and reminds us of five truths that are incredibly important to remember. Preached on January 17, 2010.
Jun 13, 2023•39 min
145. [Ephesians 1:15-23] Can You See?
What are you hoping for? If what you are hoping for - or hoping in - has disappointed you, it’s because it’s the wrong hope. Inanimate objects, dreams of a change in circumstances or location, or a sinful person has no ability to satisfy our hearts. The Bible says that we have been given hope that will never put us to shame. In this sermon, Paul Tripp explains what it means to have the “eyes of your hearts enlightened” - knowing the hope and glorious inheritance that is available for the saints....
Jun 13, 2023•40 min
144. [Genesis 4:1-11] Crouching Tiger
Life after the Fall seemed normal - until you hear the story of Cain and Abel. Why was Abel's sacrifice accepted and Cain's rejected? Why did Cain respond in such a violent way? In this sermon on Genesis 4, Paul Tripp explains the motivation behind our worship and how sin lurks in our hearts, just like it lurked in Cain's. Preached on June 17, 2007.
Jun 13, 2023•26 min
143. [Romans 7:14-25] Wretched Man That I Am!
"Wretched man that I am!" Romans 7 is the Apostle Paul's famous autobiographical narrative of his struggle with sin, and in this sermon, Paul Tripp explains why the Apostle struggled, just like we do every day. Preached on May 27, 2007.
Jun 13, 2023•32 min
142. [Matthew 25:31-46] Hell: The Consequence for Eternity
It's one of the darkest and deepest delusions that a human being can buy into - "I can do what's wrong and it won't make a difference." The confessional theology of the Christian would reject this lie, but the everyday track record might show a different story. In this final sermon from "Living with Eternity in View," Paul David Tripp teaches on the absolutely clear and unavoidable principles of consequence and judgement. Preached on September 3, 2011.
Jun 13, 2023•44 min
141. [Revelation 19:6-8] Eavesdropping on Eternity
What is truly important to you in this life? You'll be tempted to give a super-spiritual answer of confessional theology. But if you were to examine the mundane moments of your life - what gave you pleasure and what made you angry - what would someone conclude about what's valuable to your heart? In this sermon, Paul David Tripp shows how God invites us to eavesdrop on eternity and rearrange our values for today. Preached on September 3, 2011.
Jun 13, 2023•55 min
140. [1 Peter 1:3-9] Preparing with an Eternity Mentality
Your life hasn't worked according to your plan. In fact, last week probably didn't work according to your plan. But, you don't need to panic, because your story is being written by One who is wiser and stronger than you. In this sermon, Paul David Tripp opens to the first chapter in 1 Peter to give hope and encouragement even when life doesn't make sense. Preached on September 2, 2011.
Jun 13, 2023•43 min
139. [Matthew 6:26-33] The Danger of Eternity Amnesia
Could it be that a church that preaches the sovereignty of God operates out of fear? Or could a person who publicly proclaims the faithfulness of God's grace in their life secretly live in daily fear of the future? In this sermon on Matthew 6, Paul David Tripp teaches that a life driven by earthbound treasure always results in worry, even though God has promised an unshakably secure future. Preached on September 1, 2011.
Jun 13, 2023•51 min
138. [Matthew 6:19-25] Living with Eternity Amnesia
What would it look like if you lived every day in light of eternity? If you knew that Heaven was just around the corner, how would that change the way you lived? In this sermon, Paul David Tripp teaches from Matthew 6 to show our obsession with earth-bound treasures and how quickly we forget the heavenly treasures of God. Preached on September 1, 2011.
Jun 13, 2023•53 min
137. [Revelation 5:1-14] Singing for All of Eternity
Revelation 5 describes the most raucous worship celebration recorded in Scripture, but why does God include that in His Word? In this sermon, Paul Tripp explains why we have reason to celebrate, and why we don't need to wait until eternity to start celebrating. Preached on May 18, 2008.
Jun 13, 2023•21 min
136. [1 Corinthians 15:12-28] Hope at the End of the Story
Have you ever been tempted to read the final chapter of a book before reading the first page? Or watch a spoiler summary of a movie so you don’t have to view the full drama? The Bible does that with hope - it provides us with the end of the story so that we aren’t waiting in anxious anticipation about whether or not hope will be fulfilled. In this final sermon on hope, Paul Tripp applies the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ and how it practically assures hope for us. Preached on December 27, ...
Jun 13, 2023•29 min
135. [Isaiah 9:1-6] Hope Is A Person
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. These four names of Christ define hope - because hope is a person, and his name is Jesus. In this Advent sermon preached during his six-part series on Hope, Paul Tripp explains how hope is a confident expectation of a guaranteed result, and why the birth of Christ guarantees our hope. Preached on December 20, 2009.
Jun 13, 2023•26 min
134. [Romans 8:31-39] Where Hope Begins
“How does this decision impact the bottom line?” It’s a question that everyone involved in a business needs to consider, and perhaps the only one that ultimately matters. In this fourth sermon in his series of hope, Paul Tripp’s returns to Romans 8 to provide Christians with the bottom line: the cross of Jesus Christ is our guarantee of hope. Preached on December 13, 2009.
Jun 13, 2023•31 min
133. [Ephesians 1:15-23] Eyes Wide Open to Hope
Riches. Power. Rule. These are three words that define and provide the guarantee of eternal hope for a Christian, not only in this age but also in the one to come. Preached on December 6, 2009.
Jun 13, 2023•37 min
132. [2 Corinthians 4:7-18] Hope in Jars of Clay
Skateboarders look at life through the lens of, “Can I skate that?” Non-skateboarders look at rails, steps, and walls and see architecture or design; skateboards see an opportunity and challenge! (Paul Tripp would know; his sons were avid skateboarders as teens.) For Christians, hope is the lens we must look through to see life from this perspective: “We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed...
Jun 13, 2023•34 min
131. [Romans 8:18-30] Fallen World, Real Hope
If you live in a fallen world, there are things to be afraid of. Fear is not a sinful thing, and preparing for the future and making plans to protect yourself against what the Bible warns about is wise. But there is something stronger than fear that must characterize a follower of Jesus Christ: hope. In this first sermon in a six-part series on hope, Paul Tripp uses Romans 8 to warn about life in a fallen world and outlines the practical and study hope we have as children of God. Preached on Nov...
Jun 13, 2023•38 min
130. [Isaiah 40:27-31] Haven't You Heard About Hope?
There are two spiritual realities of your existence: first, your independent strength - of which you actually have none and is a delusion! - will fail you. Are you discouraged yet? The second spiritual reality is that God delights in empowering his weak children. In this sermon, Paul Tripp identifies four Biblical themes about weakness and strength. Preached on October 18, 2009.
Jun 13, 2023•34 min
129. [Daniel 4] Nebuchadnezzar and the Empty Tomb
What does the story of King Nebuchadnezzar have to do with the Resurrection of Jesus Christ? According to Paul Tripp, this story is the quintessential Easter story. In this sermon, he teaches on four themes that are the key to understanding the practical implications of our Risen Savior. Preached on April 16, 2017.
Jun 13, 2023•45 min
128. [1 Corinthians 15:9-14] Saul and the Empty Tomb
Those six words - “but by the grace of God” - may be the most important words ever spoken or written. Without them, there is no hope for us. In this sermon, Paul Tripp examines how the grace of God radically transformed Saul to Paul, and how the resurrection grace of the gospel allows us to experience that same transformation in the here and now while we wait for our eternal life. Preached on April 13, 2017.
Jun 13, 2023•52 min
127. [1 Corinthians 15:1-8] Resurrection Amnesia and the Empty Tomb
The theology of the Bible is never meant to be impersonal, abstract, or academic; it's meant to be life-giving and life-changing. No Christian theology is more important than the resurrection, and in this sermon, Paul Tripp applies the practical truths of the resurrection to the everyday struggles of marriage, family, career, and finances. Preached on April 12, 2017.
Jun 13, 2023•59 min
126. [John 11:1-27] Do You Believe in the Empty Tomb?
God loves his children so much that he will put them in situations where they have nothing left but his glory to rely on. In this Easter sermon, Paul Tripp explains why Christ delayed his arrival to see Lazarus and how Christians should live with resurrected faith. Preached on April 4, 2010.
Jun 13, 2023•19 min
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