John Piper's Blog, page 48
March 25, 2022
On Permanent Birth Control
If two spouses agree that they do not want to have more children, would it be sinful to pursue permanent forms of birth control?
March 24, 2022
Let All Earthly Obedience Be Obedience to Christ: Ephesians 6:5–9, Part 1
What can we learn about the lordship of Jesus Christ when we consider the relationship between slaves and masters in the early church?
March 23, 2022
How Does God Lead Us in Daily Decisions?
How do I follow God’s lead in my daily decisions? I know he’s my shepherd, and that he’s leading me, but how do I know if I am following him?
March 22, 2022
Fathers, Aim at Trusting, Obedient, Happy Children: Ephesians 6:1–4, Part 2
Fathers, have compassion on your children. Do not provoke them to anger. Be firm in discipline and instruction, but don’t break them.
March 21, 2022
In Our Racial Differences, How Is Christ ‘All’ and ‘in All’?
To be a Christian is not only to trust Christ and treasure Christ, but to be indwelt by Christ. And that new identity transforms all our relationships.
March 19, 2022
Do Obedient Children Always Live Long? Ephesians 6:1–4, Part 1
If a child professes faith in Christ and honors his mother and father, yet dies at a young age, has the promise of God failed?
March 18, 2022
What Should We Make of Healing Ministries?
God still answers prayers for physical healing today. But how should Christians evaluate the claims of so-called healing ministries?
March 17, 2022
March 16, 2022
When Will Christ Heal My Body?
We know that Jesus has purchased both our forgiveness and our physical healing at the cross. But what kind of healing can we expect in this life?
March 15, 2022
How Great Is the Mystery of Marriage? Ephesians 5:31–33, Part 2
In a culture that downplays and undermines marriage, we need to know why marriage is worth protecting and cultivating.
