Podcast appearances and mentions of John Piper

One of the main reasons we so often fail to have consistent habits of happy, fruitful prayer is simply that we don't plan to.

What if God doesn't need your strength — but gives his? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows that real service begins with empty hands and a full heart.

God takes out our old proud hearts and gives new soft ones, which are easily humbled and crushed by the sin that remains.

Why do our best efforts to fight sin often fail? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 2 Peter 1:3–4 to show how victory comes through deeper joy in God.

If a man wants to be married but is too young to pursue it, how can he keep his desires in the right place? Pastor John offers five weapons for the fight.

The very heart of God's glory is the fullness of grace that overflows in kindness to needy people.

What if real strength doesn't end our suffering but sustains us in the midst of it? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Colossians 3:5 to show how Christ strengthens us in weakness.

God aims to be our servant, because he aims to get the glory as the Giver.

God is glorified when we turn away from ourselves to him in the confidence that he will provide the help we need.

David Mathis | Christian, your joy in God shows the kind of God he is: awesome and glorious, happy and holy, beautiful and delightful beyond measure. So, come, eat, drink, and rejoice.

How do we know the Bible is the word of God? John Piper explores Jesus's teaching alongside Paul's claim that all Scripture is God-breathed.

The greatest news is that the cross upholds the worth of God's glory, the honor of his Son, and the eternal salvation of his elect.

Who among us doesn't struggle to relinquish comfort? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Galatians 5:22 to show how faith lets go because it sees what's better.

Sorrow and joy are not just sequential emotional states: first sorrow, then joy. Miraculously, we can experience overflowing joy in the midst of deep sorrow.

The good news is that God himself has decreed a way to satisfy the demands of his justice without condemning the whole human race.

Why would anyone rejoice after losing everything? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Hebrews 11:1 to show how faith treasures Christ more than comfort or safety.

All the omnipotent energy that drives the heart of God to pursue his own glory also drives him to satisfy the hearts of those who seek their joy in him.

Why does faith lead to love? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Galatians 5:22 to show how faith fights sin by delighting in what God promises to be for us.

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Be freed from the burden of bearing your own load. Let God do that work. God loves to show his God-ness by working for us.

How do we fight the power of sin? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 1 Corinthians 15:10 to show how faith severs sin's lies with the promise of superior joy.

What is the Bible for, and how do we make the most of it? John Piper offers tools for digging into the inspired word of God.

How can we delight in the good work we do while keeping our work in its proper place? Pastor John situates daily work within God's larger purposes.

When we share in the happiness of God, we share in the very pleasure that the Father has in the Son.

What does living by faith look like each day? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows from Galatians 2:20 how faith works through the ordinary acts of life.

When you lay down the burden of vengeance, God will pick it up.

Title: Broken-Hearted Boldness Preacher: John Piper Series: Words From Old Friends Passage: Micah 7:7-9

Imagine being able to enjoy what is most enjoyable with unbounded energy and passion forever. One day, God's delight in his Son will be in us.

What are the doctrines of grace? Before we wade into the depths of these doctrines, we need to know something of the greatness of God.

On this special episode of China Compass we revisit a special interview I did last year with NSA Professor (and former China missionary), Brent Pinkall, who is getting married TODAY (Oct 4) here in Moscow to Christiana Hale, also a teacher at NSA (and published author: Deeper Heavens). In part to honor my buddy Brent, and in part because he's got us groomsman so busy I didn't have time to record a new episode, most of today's episode is of that previous (fascinating) conversation. Enjoy! And pray for Brent and Christiana as they tie the knot today and begin a new life together! NEW @ Crosspolitic News: NBA Back in Bed With China https://www.crosspoliticnews.com/news/nba-back-in-bed-with-china You can follow me on Twitter, @chinaadventures, where I post daily reminders to pray for China (PrayforChina.us). You can also email me any questions or comments @ bfwesten at gmail dot com… And if you want to learn more about our missions projects or get one of my books, visit PrayGiveGo.us. Brent and I discuss a wide range of topics, including... The Olympics in China (Brent carried the torch in 2008!) Living in Wuhan long before the pandemic Liaoning Province being paired with NY, PA, NJ, and Delaware Practical tips for learning Chinese Eating big bugs in China How John Piper introduced me to Brent and became a friend Delivering Bibles & running from the police in the foothills of Tibet What its like to be a "star" on Chinese TV The state of Chinese classical Christian education Here is the link to the John Piper sermon that God used to introduce Brent and I... https://chinacall.substack.com/p/my-burden-for-the-truly-unreached-fbc https://www.desiringgod.org/messages/holy-ambition And here are various links to Brent's book on Chinese classical Christian education, "Redeeming the Six Arts", in both English and Chinese, as well as Christiana Hale's book on the Ransom Trilogyy: Roman Roads Press：https://romanroadspress.com/store/six-arts/ Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Redeeming-Six-Arts-Christian-Classical-ebook/dp/B0BXY45TSK/ 中文（Chinese): https://www.amazon.com/%E6%95%91%E8%B5%8E%E5%85%AD%E8%89%BA-Redeeming-Six-Arts-Chinese/dp/1944482709/ Deeper Heavens https://www.amazon.com/Deeper-Heaven-Readers-Lewiss-Trilogy/dp/1944482563/

What was Paul's aim in the midst of deadly persecutions and trials? John Piper unpacks the apostle's realism and hope in his encouragements to Timothy.

On this special episode of China Compass we revisit a special interview I did last year with NSA Professor (and former China missionary), Brent Pinkall, who is getting married TODAY (Oct 4) here in Moscow to Christiana Hale, also a teacher at NSA (and published author: Deeper Heavens). In part to honor my buddy Brent, and in part because he's got us groomsman so busy I didn't have time to record a new episode, most of today's episode is of that previous (fascinating) conversation. Enjoy! And pray for Brent and Christiana as they tie the knot today and begin a new life together! NEW @ Crosspolitic News: NBA Back in Bed With China https://www.crosspoliticnews.com/news/nba-back-in-bed-with-china You can follow me on Twitter, @chinaadventures, where I post daily reminders to pray for China (PrayforChina.us). You can also email me any questions or comments @ bfwesten at gmail dot com… And if you want to learn more about our missions projects or get one of my books, visit PrayGiveGo.us. Brent and I discuss a wide range of topics, including... The Olympics in China (Brent carried the torch in 2008!) Living in Wuhan long before the pandemic Liaoning Province being paired with NY, PA, NJ, and Delaware Practical tips for learning Chinese Eating big bugs in China How John Piper introduced me to Brent and became a friend Delivering Bibles & running from the police in the foothills of Tibet What its like to be a "star" on Chinese TV The state of Chinese classical Christian education Here is the link to the John Piper sermon that God used to introduce Brent and I... https://chinacall.substack.com/p/my-burden-for-the-truly-unreached-fbc https://www.desiringgod.org/messages/holy-ambition And here are various links to Brent's book on Chinese classical Christian education, "Redeeming the Six Arts", in both English and Chinese, as well as Christiana Hale's book on the Ransom Trilogyy: Roman Roads Press：https://romanroadspress.com/store/six-arts/ Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Redeeming-Six-Arts-Christian-Classical-ebook/dp/B0BXY45TSK/ 中文（Chinese): https://www.amazon.com/%E6%95%91%E8%B5%8E%E5%85%AD%E8%89%BA-Redeeming-Six-Arts-Chinese/dp/1944482709/ Deeper Heavens https://www.amazon.com/Deeper-Heaven-Readers-Lewiss-Trilogy/dp/1944482563/

God does not need us. Instead, his infinite self-sufficiency spills over in love to us who need him.

Why does God command our joy? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows from Nehemiah 8:10 how delighting in God gives us strength and displays his glory.

Does human evil really call for infinite punishment? Pastor John confronts the ultimate sin of ignoring God's infinite value.

If none of God's purposes can be frustrated, then he must be the happiest of all beings.

Can God be for himself and for you? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows from Isaiah 48:9–11 why God's self-exaltation is his greatest act of love.

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The quest for joy is not optional, but commanded.

Can brokenness deepen our love for God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper uncovers how Charles Simeon's contrition fueled his delight in Christ's mercy.

Joy is not a mere option alongside worship. It is an essential component of worship.

What fuels deep spiritual strength? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows how Charles Simeon's devotion to Scripture shaped his whole life.

What marks false teachers and their followers? John Piper confronts the impulse to hide sin behind a noncommittal appearance of godliness.

Pastor John connects God's word with his ability to perform that word, grounding our faith in the unstoppable purposes of our loving God.

Take up the Bible, ask the Holy Spirit for help, lay the promises up in your heart, and fight the good fight — to live by faith in future grace.

How does God meet those terrified of their sin? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows how Charles Simeon's fear was overcome by the gospel.

God's greatest interest is to glorify the wealth of his grace by making sinners happy in him.

The truth of Christ frees us from the slavery of sin, for the freedom of holiness.

David Mathis | Those who cherish God's majesty become a certain kind of people: a commending, called, candid, conquering, and soon-to-be crowned church.

Confidence in God's absolute control is the source and power of radical obedience to the call of God.