John Piper's Blog, page 64
September 21, 2021
Who Are the Ministers in the Church? Ephesians 4:11–14, Part 4
Pastors have the challenging task of teaching and inspiring their people to maturity in the faith for the health of the church.
September 20, 2021
How Do I Stop Rooting My Joy in My Circumstances?
We seem hardwired to be happiest when life goes well, and saddest when life goes poorly. How can we root our joy in Jesus instead of circumstances?
September 18, 2021
Does Christ Put Pastors in Specific Churches? Ephesians 4:11–14, Part 3
Is there a call to the ministry? Does God still appoint pastors to specific local churches?
September 17, 2021
Should Rich Christians Downgrade Their Lifestyle?
Jesus and the apostles regularly warn against the dangers of wealth. So, should rich Christians take steps to downgrade their lifestyle?
September 16, 2021
Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, and Teachers: Ephesians 4:11–14, Part 2
Apostles and prophets are different from evangelists, shepherds, and teachers. Do you know how?
September 15, 2021
Prayers That Work
Jesus promises spectacular responses to our prayers, but only if our desires are shaped by his word abiding within us.
September 14, 2021
Individualism and Solidarity in the Church: Ephesians 4:11–14, Part 1
Who we each are in Christ, with our specific giftings, matters. And who we are as members of the wider church also matters. One does not cancel the other.
September 13, 2021
How Do We Discern False Teachers?
The Bible repeatedly warns us against false teachers. But how can we actually identify them, especially if their ministry is mainly online?
September 11, 2021
How Does Christ Fill All Things? Ephesians 4:7–10, Part 4
Christ fills all things by dying and giving grace and gifts to his church. He is the head, and we are the body. As he reigns, so will we.
John Piper’s 9/11 Radio Interview
On the morning after September 11, 2001, a radio station interviewed Pastor John about the day’s stunning and tragic attack. Listen to the 47-minute recording.
