John Piper's Blog, page 19
January 29, 2023
It Will Be Worth It: Overcoming Obstacles to World Missions
When it comes to missions, reasons abound to stay rather than to go. But for every apparent obstacle, countless promises say, “It will be worth it.”
January 28, 2023
January 27, 2023
Did Paul Oppose Fiction?
The apostle Paul strongly warned Timothy and Titus against the “myths” of his day. What might he have to say about the fictional stories in our own day?
January 26, 2023
Christians Made Glorious for the Glory of Christ: 2 Thessalonians 1:12–12, Part 3
The glory of Christ shines through every resolve for good and work of faith because he empowers them according to his grace.
January 25, 2023
Turn Down the Noise and Listen to Jesus
If we’re going to listen to Jesus and not drift away from him, we likely will need to turn down the noises that capture so much of our attention.
January 24, 2023
By God’s Grace, Through God’s Power, For God’s Glory: 2 Thessalonians 1:11–12, Part 2
Every good work in the Christian life is rooted in the grace of God, empowered by the person of God, and designed for the glory of God.
January 23, 2023
Where Do You Draw Lines for Ministry Partnerships?
Where should pastors and other Christians draw lines for ministry partnerships? Pastor John shares the degree of unity he has pursued in six ministry settings.
January 21, 2023
Praying the Purposes of God into Reality: 2 Thessalonians 1:11–12, Part 1
God ordains that his people are made worthy of his calling through the faithful prayers of his people.
January 20, 2023
Were Abortions Induced on Old Testament Adulteresses?
Does Numbers 5:22 suggest that women guilty of adultery were punished with miscarriage? And if so, how does this passage speak to the pro-life position?
January 19, 2023
The Joy of Marveling Glorifies Christ: 2 Thessalonians 1:9–10, Part 3
The goal of all creation and redemption is fulfilled when Christ is glorified in his saints and his saints marvel at his glory.
