Podcasts about desiring god

If God exists, then he is the measure of all things, and what he thinks about all things is the measure of what we should think.

When God judges believers in the end, he will forgive us all our sins and grant us life everlasting.

What is the fullness of the Holy Spirit, and how does it relate to making music to God in a church gathering? God opens our eyes so we can sing to him.

God is not the God of some grace. He is the God of all grace — including the infinite, inexhaustible stores of future grace that we need to endure to the end.

What if your suffering isn't punishment? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Job 36:6–15 to show how God uses affliction to deliver his people.

How do we rejoice in God without neglecting to rejoice in our salvation? Pastor John clarifies how to rightly rejoice in God and his good gifts.

Christ promises to work for us, and to be for us so much that, when our missionary life is over, we will not be able to say we've sacrificed anything.

Why would God wound the righteous? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Job 32–37 to show how pain can rescue those God loves.

Send us a textWe're kicking off 2026 by teaching you how to think critically about Christian marriage and relationship advice! Rebecca and I walk through some really problematic articles and social media posts - from the Gospel Coalition's piece against therapy to Tilly Dillehay's tandem bike marriage metaphor - and show you exactly why they make us feel unsafe. We'll teach you how to spot red flags, question who benefits from this advice, and why prioritizing your safety and discernment isn't selfish - it's Biblical.TO SUPPORT US: Join our Patreon for as little as $5 a month to support our workAnd check out our Merch, or any of our courses!Give to the Good Fruit Faith Initiative of the Bosko FoundationJoin our email list!LINKS MENTIONED: The Desiring God article on tandem bikesThe Gospel Coalition article on therapyOur book The Marriage You Want, and the video series that goes with itThe study on followership behaviourSupport the showJoin Sheila at Bare Marriage.com!Check out her books: The Great Sex Rescue She Deserves Better The Marriage You Want and the Study Guide The Good Girl's Guide to Great Sex and The Good Guy's Guide to Great Sex And she has an Orgasm Course and a Libido course too!Check out all her courses, FREE resources, social media, books, and so much more at Sheila's LinkTree.

God gives both the sustaining grace we need in times of trouble, and the suffering which makes us depend on his grace.

What do we do when life makes no sense? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Job 26–31 to show that some wisdom is hidden, and God means it to be.

In this powerful episode of the LeadHerShip Podcast, I sit down with Adam Ramsey, author of Faithfully Present: Embracing the Limits of Where and When God Has You, for a conversation that will completely shift how you think about presence, limits, and what it means to live a Proverbs 31 lifestyle in today's world.Adam brings incredible biblical depth and pastoral wisdom to questions ambitious Christian moms are actually asking: How do I balance big vision with being present today? What does it mean to embrace my limits without giving up on my calling? How do I know if I'm striving in my own strength or trusting God's timing?If you're an ambitious Christian mom trying to show up well in this season, you need to hear this conversation. It's biblical, practical, and so encouraging for the aspiring Proverbs 31 woman who wants to honor God in every area of her life.In this episode, you'll discover:The biblical definition of being faithfully present – It's not about perfection or balance; it's about showing up fully where God has placed you right nowHow to know if you're trusting God or just striving – Practical indicators that reveal whether you're working from rest or running on fumesHow to hold vision without letting it dominate your present – The key to pursuing big goals without losing your peaceHow to be present with your family while building something meaningful – You don't have to choose between impact and familyThe freedom that comes from accepting you can't do it all – And why that's not defeat, it's wisdomAdam's Book:⁠Faithfully Present: Embracing the Limits of Where and When God Has You⁠ – The book we discuss throughout this episodeAdam Ramsey is a pastor, author, and speaker passionate about helping people understand what it means to live faithfully in the place and time God has given them. He's the author of Faithfully Present: Embracing the Limits of Where and When God Has You, a book that's transforming how Christians think about ambition, calling, and contentment.Adam serves as Lead Pastor at Liberti Church in Gold Coast, Australia, and is part of the Acts 29 church planting network. He's also a regular contributor to The Gospel Coalition and Desiring God. Adam and his wife have been in pastoral ministry for over 15 years and are raising their family while navigating the beautiful tension of vision and presence.His work has encouraged thousands of believers to embrace their God-given limits while still pursuing kingdom impact—making him the perfect guest for this conversation about living a Proverbs 31 lifestyle in the modern world.Connect with Adam:Instagram: @adamramsey_Connect with Brittney:brittneyhoward.comInstagram: @brittneydhowardThe LeadHerShip Podcast is your guide to becoming a modern Proverbs 31 woman—someone who's present with her family, purposeful with her time, and yes, very profitable in her endeavors.Hosted by Brittney Howard, mom of six, aspiring Proverbs 31 woman, and business mentor leading ambitious Christian moms to six-figure success between science projects and soccer practice. This podcast proves you don't have to choose between biblical womanhood and godly ambition—you can honor God in every area of your life.Whether you're navigating Christian motherhood, building a faith-based business, or simply asking "what does it mean to be a Proverbs 31 woman in today's world?", you'll find biblical wisdom, practical strategies, and real encouragement here.Need support staying present?If you're struggling with stress that's affecting your energy, your mood, or your ability to show up the way you want to, let's talk about simple gut health support that's helped me (and hundreds of moms on my team) feel more balanced.Was this episode helpful? Do me a favor:Share it with a friend who's wrestling with presence, limits, or godly ambition. This conversation could be exactly what she needs to hear today.

This is God's will for you and this is why Christ died: that you would draw near to God.

What makes good theology cruel? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Job 4:1–5:27 to show that truth without tenderness distorts both God and grief.

How does reading the Bible lead to life transformation? Pastor John offers three suggestions to experience more of the Spirit's power.

Satan is helpless to do the one thing he wants to do most: damn us. Christ bore our damnation.

Why does faith sometimes falter after the worst happens? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Job 1:12–2:10 to show how God sustains us when the pain doesn't go away.

Does your faith make you eager to forsake sin and make progress in holiness? That's the kind of faith God requires.

Greg Morse | If future earthly kings must rule their bodies, minds, and tongues carefully to one day rule well, how much more so Christians destined to rule with Christ?

The strength of your faith does not uproot trees. God does. The object of your faith is more important than the quantity of your faith.

Marshall Segal | Where will we find true blessedness? Sexual sin tempts us to find it in fleeting, false pleasures — but God's promises hold out a better, surer joy.

If you are a Christian, death is no longer a punishment for sin. Your sin has been put away by the death of Christ. Christ took the punishment.

How do we trust God when our bodies break? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Job 2:1–10 to show that God's love is better than life and stronger than loss.

How do we craft a personal mission statement? Pastor John helps us draw the details of our lives into God's ultimate purpose.

Be thankful for the past grace from the last year, and be confident in the future grace for the new year.

What kind of faith survives devastation? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Job 1:1–22 to reveal a God so worthy that he's worshiped even when ten children are lost.

The lifetime of this year passes before our eyes, and we face the inevitable question: Did we live it well?

What prepares faith for life's hardest trials? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Job 1–2 to show how knowing God's purpose keeps us steady when pain strikes.

When God works in our hearts by the blood of Christ, we feel and think and act in ways more pleasing to him.

How does hearing become believing? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 2  Corinthians 4:4–6 to show that the call of God is not mere persuasion but mighty creation.

Psalm 119 is a song written by a man who was absolutely obsessed with Scripture and a love for God's very words. Why does the psalmist love God's word so much? He loves the word because it makes him wise; he loves the word because it makes him strong for suffering; he loves the word because it sets him free. One of the most important habits we can build in 2026 is the habit of regularly consuming God's Word. And there's no better place to get motivated for this than Psalm 119. Let's let the psalmist's love for the Word stir ours. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on December 28, 2025.

How can we make New Year's resolutions in a way that honors God? Pastor John explains the mystery of fulfilling resolves in the strength of another.

Flee from the wrath of God, tremble with joy that you are saved, and rescue others along the way.

What came first — our choice or God's? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Deuteronomy 10:14–15 to reveal that God's saving love is not earned but freely given.

In this Christmas season best-of show,  Rick Lawrence, author of "Editing Jesus," addresses how the idol of materialism darkens our hearts and leads to so many emotional and spiritual problems.  How do you find freedom? Desiring God's David Mathis, author of "A Little Theology of Exercise," offers ideas for stewarding our physical bodies to serve our souls, honor God, and bless others. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Study the glory of God. Treasure it in all things and above all things. Then study your soul. Know why you treasure glories that are not God's glory.

God did not create humans in his image to be aimless, like lifeless leaves blown around in the backyard of life. He created us to be purposeful.

David Mathis | Where do we find more of God's grace to increase our joy in Christ? God has created patterns for us to follow in reading, prayer, and fellowship.

Christ's death was judgment on him because he bore our sins (not his own), and it was mercy toward us who trust him.

Can controversial truth still nourish faith? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows how the doctrine of election strengthens us with unchanging divine mercy.

How can we root our joy in Jesus rather than in his gifts? Pastor John gives four strategies for loving God in and above every gift.

Jesus offers you a clear purpose for living, hope that your failures will be forgiven, and help in your fight against sin.

Where does lasting peace begin? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Luke 2:1–20 to show that all true peace flows from being made right with God through faith in Christ.

Jesus appeared in the world for two reasons: to help us stop sinning, and to satisfy God's anger when we do sin.

What really happened that first Christmas? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Luke 2:1–20 to show how God entered history to bring real peace through a real Savior.

Look to Jesus this Christmas. Receive the reconciliation that he purchased. Don't put the gift on the shelf unopened.

What if eternity isn't endless sameness but endless discovery? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 3:16 to explore the ever-deepening joy of life with God.

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What does it feel like to meet the living God in the pages of Scripture? Pastor John gives us a glimpse into a profound encounter with God.