Light + Truth - Desiring God

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In the Beginning, God Jun 26, 2026

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Why is self-reliance a dangerous illusion? John Piper opens Psalm 148:5 to show that God alone gives and sustains life, calling us to childlike dependence on him.

The Treasure Preachers Hold Out Jun 25, 2026

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Why must preachers do more than explain the Bible? John Piper turns to 2 Timothy 4:2 to show that true preaching exalts Christ as our greatest treasure.

Word Opened, Heart Enflamed Jun 24, 2026

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What kind of preaching makes Christ look supremely satisfying? John Piper shows from 2 Timothy 4:2 how urgent preaching awakens hearts to treasure Christ above all.

God Commands Our Joy Jun 23, 2026

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What should you do when your joy keeps slipping away? John Piper opens the Psalms to show that joy is a lifelong battle to see God as an all-satisfying treasure.

Held Fast in the Moment of Death Jun 22, 2026

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Will you hold fast if faithfulness costs your life? John Piper opens 1 Peter 4:12–19 to show that God gives grace in suffering so his people can endure.

Make the Spirit’s Mission Your Passion Jun 19, 2026

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Why is global witness at the heart of the Spirit’s work? John Piper opens Acts 1:4–8 to show how the Spirit brings the nations to Christ and empowers his people to go.

Worthy of the Calling Jun 18, 2026

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What does it mean to live in step with God’s call? John Piper opens Ephesians 4:1–6 to show that grace should yield lowliness, patience, and unity.

You Need the Spirit to Read Jun 17, 2026

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Why do some hear Scripture and dismiss it as nonsense? John Piper shows from 1 Corinthians 2:14–16 that the natural heart cannot discern the worth of spiritual truth.

Grace Creates Obedience Jun 16, 2026

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How does real change happen in the Christian life? John Piper opens Romans 15:14–21 to show how the Spirit and the word awaken obedience by grace.

Secure in God Alone Jun 15, 2026

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What holds you steady when everything else shakes? John Piper opens Ephesians 1:11–14 to show that God seals believers so they rest secure in his love and power.

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