John Piper says that physical intervention is probably legitimate, but probably not effective.

In Episode 54 Pastor John talks about Christian communication, including the relationship between God’s sovereignty and our creativity with words.

John Piper says we should strive by the power of the Spirit to be as healthy as possible.

John Piper says that all sin should be given to God first and then spoken about openly with your spouse-to-be.

John Piper says that sex—or no sex—is an occasion for serving your spouse.

John Piper talks about what pastors should consider as they prepare for Sunday.

John Piper recommends "holy ostracism" as a way to restore compromising Christians.

John Piper talks about how to make your final years valuable for Christ.

John Piper says that God talks in terms of divorce only so that he can take it back.

John Piper talks about how to discern between good and bad theology in the book of Job.

John Piper gets at the core of what is most essential for good stewardship.

John Piper instructs us on how to lovingly and convincingly commend Jesus as the only way to God.

John Piper says that while some reformed groups make room for the expression of the miraculous gifts during Sunday morning corporate worship, at Bethlehem these gifts are best ministered in small groups.

John Piper discusses the place of singing in family worship--even if no one is musical.

John Piper challenges us to exploit the privileges of singleness.

John Piper says to avoid pairing off until you're ready for marriage.

John Piper talks about what attitudes and expectations you ought to have when you go to the Scriptures.

John Piper explains what forgiveness means and what it doesn't.

John Piper talks about how to help those whose marriages are struggling.

John Piper suggests ways to promote serious joy over cheap humor.

John Piper talks about how it doesn't work to say Jesus was good unless you say also that he is God.

John Piper talks about how to best prepare children for the realities of this life.

John Piper talks about how a pastor can be helpfully authentic in front of his people.

In Episode 79, John Piper talks about how to fight the sin of laziness.

In Episode 80, John Piper helps us think through whether to give money to people who ask for it.

John Piper says that God's sovereignty over sin doesn't make it any less wicked.

John Piper suggests three ways to help sufferers trust in God.

John Piper mentions five approaches to helping a struggling shepherd.

John Piper talks about what is needed for a church to have vital religion.

John Piper says a simple hug can minister significant hope to others.

John Piper says we must try to understand a person's heart before answering their arguments.

John Piper says we can speak the word of God to those who can't read.

John Piper says that unfaithful spouses should confess their sin and humbly seek to win their partners back.

John Piper says you can't draw a straight line between drinking and smoking and being a Christian.

Listen to John Piper explain how God can be both all-powerful and justifiably angry at what he has ordained.

John Piper says God arranges our circumstances to help make us happier in him.

Hell is not only consistent with God's love, but ultimately serves to highlight his love even more fully.

John Piper says that Christ's death should be evaluated according to his dignity, not its duration.

John Piper says God's word does not go forth void into the lives of children.

John Piper says that, when writing as an apostle, Paul's letters were inspired.

John Piper says that radical repentance is a great opportunity for trusting God.

John Piper says we can have assurance that no one saved by Christ will ever fall again.

John Piper says that being inspired did not make Paul omniscient.

John Piper says that a lack of growth isn't always your church's fault.

John Piper draws a distinction between the punishment of a judge and the discipline of a father.

John Piper says that working hard to have a better marriage is a worthy endeavor, with its own unique reward.

John Piper stresses the crucial and timeless importance of keeping the Bible central to everything.

John Piper says he would talk to the pope about justification.

John Piper encourages clear communication and patience when there are doctrinal differences.

John Piper explains that some leadership qualifications are relative and can be adjusted when necessary.

John Piper says that he is hoping for revival, and for the church to become less dependent on him and more dependent on God.

John Piper talks about how we should think about the miracles of Jesus.

John Piper and Bob Allen discuss Piper's thoughts on Justification, the New Perspective on Paul, and his latest book .

John Piper answers questions about his messages given during "Jonathan Edwards and the American Experience," a conference hosted at Wheaton College by the Institute for the Study of American Evangelicals.

John Piper answers questions on issues raised in his book on preaching.

John Piper warns us of anger's long-term effects and identifies the remedy.

Listen to John Piper clarify how people come to believe in Jesus.

John Piper says Christianity is biased toward those who appreciate written revelation.

John Piper says that Christianity isn't first rules but news—very good news.

John Piper discusses why the internet, radio, and television aren't able to replace the local church.

John Piper explains how God's electing love brings him more glory than self-determined human wills could.

John Piper says God is accomplishing his plan perfectly, even though we can't always see how.

John Piper argues that it is both right and good to believe in God's absolute control over all things.

John Piper warns against ever thinking that we can pay God back.

John Piper discusses the nature of true gratitude.

John Piper says that the way we treat our bodies is spiritually significant.

John Piper gives several reasons why it is good for pastors and churches to stay together longer.

John Piper says spouses should focus mainly on cultivating attractive spirits, not attractive bodies.

John Piper shows how joy in suffering is the right response for Christians.

John Piper wants to be careful to criticize himself before criticizing another.

John Piper says that Christians should be known for returning good for evil.

John Piper answers the most notorious question about falsehood.

John Piper says that illness is not among the factors that make marriage foolish.

John Piper says it is biblical to commit yourself to a local church body.

John Piper considers the essence of biblical church community and its implications on how to handle church growth.

John Piper says it is important to have your parents' blessing, but not absolutely necessary.

John Piper discusses the relationship between a Christian's heart and mind.

John Piper says that we're responsible to communicate truth with our lifestyle.

John Piper talks about the significance of aging and why we shouldn't try to hide the evidence.

John Piper exhorts us to test our hearts about why we watch the movies that we watch.

John Piper says that mothering is full-time ministry.

John Piper says that having different denominations doesn't have to mean disunity.

John Piper says we should delight in the sex God gave us, just as God does.

John Piper clarifies that alcohol can be OK, but also that that isn't always the case.

John Piper explains that although the Bible doesn't require having children, it may still be a good idea.

John Piper says that the manner of our worship should match the message.

John Piper considers what (and how) we can learn from non-Christian art.

John Piper explains how your satisfaction in God corresponds to how you understand his glory.

John Piper says that if we feel angry at someone, we should also feel broken for them.

John Piper explains why faith is necessary if we are to embrace the Bible.

John Piper says that we can't talk about morality only in terms of behavior.

John Piper says a repentant pastor can be restored, but he shouldn't presume upon it.