How Would You Offer Hope to Someone Who Is Addicted to Cutting Himself? …
John Piper says a simple hug can minister significant hope to others.
What Is Your Vision for Desiring God for the Next 25 Years? …
John Piper wants Desiring God to be free to spread for as long as God can use our resources.
Can I Go Into Missions Without a College Degree? …
John Piper says a college degree neither makes nor breaks a person's missionary potential.
Let the Nations Be Glad! …
The Supremacy of God in Missions
“Missions exists because worship doesn’t. Worship is ultimate, not missions, because God is ultimate, not man. When this age is over, and the countless millions of the redeemed fall on their faces before the throne of God, missions will be no more” (p. 15).
What's the Difference Between Confidence and Presumption When It Comes to Taking Risks for God? …
John Piper explains how motivation can determine whether or not a risk will glorify God.
Do You Accept "Old Earth" and Evolution? …
John Piper sees two viable, biblical interpretations of what happened in Creation.
The Pastor as Prophet (Part 1) …
Re:Train
Seattle, WA
The Pastor as Prophet (Part 2) …
Re:Train
Seattle, WA
The Pastor as Prophet (Part 3) …
Re:Train
Seattle, WA
The Pastor as Prophet (Part 4) …
Re:Train
Seattle, WA
What Made It Okay for God to Kill Women and Children In the Old Testament? …
John Piper defends God's right to give and take life whenever and however he pleases.
Why God Makes Much of Us …
Mt. Sinai Missionary Baptist Church
Los Angeles, CA
Q & A with Urban Pastors …
Mt. Sinai Missionary Baptist Church
Los Angeles, CA
Why God Makes Much of Us …
Westmont College Chapel Message
Santa Barbara, CA
How Important Is It for Preachers to Preach Christ From Every Text of Scripture? …
John Piper says that every Christian sermon should point to Jesus somehow.
If Your Pastor Asked You Not to Talk About the Doctrines of Grace, What Would You Do? …
John Piper encourages clear communication and patience when there are doctrinal differences.
What Happens to Infants Who Die? …
John Piper explains why he believes all infants who die go to heaven.
Jesus: The Only Way to God …
Must You Hear the Gospel to Be Saved?
“Where Jesus is proclaimed as Lord and Savior and Treasure, God raises the spiritually dead and opens the eyes of the spiritually blind. And in that moment, Christ is seen as glorious. He is trusted and treasured, and therefore honored. This is what is at stake, and why I have written this book” (p. 15-16).
Do You Think Our Generation Relies on Extra-Biblical Literature Too Much? …
John Piper thinks all generations could love and pore over the Bible more.
How Does an Intellectually Struggling Christian Deal With the Seeming Concrete Differences Between the Synoptic Gospels? …
John Piper says it helps to view the Gospels as portraits, not photographs, of Jesus.
If a Person Drinks or Smokes, Does That Mean They're Not a Christian? …
John Piper says you can't draw a straight line between drinking and smoking and being a Christian.
Parenting With Hope In the Worst of Times …
In every stage of parenting, knowing God's mercy gives us brokenhearted boldness—and hope.
Why Don't Other Elders Preach At Bethlehem? …
John Piper explains why Bethlehem has several campuses and why he remains the primary preacher.
Have You Ever Seen a Vision or Spoken In Tongues? …
John Piper says he has never, in one sense, had a vision; and yet he always has them.
John Piper's Upcoming Leave …
John Piper announces an 8 month leave of absence and explains why he's taking it.
The Son of Man Must Suffer Many Things …
The death of Christ was planned by the Father and approved by the Son to ransom many people from their sins.
What Do You Think of Christians Taking Antidepressants? …
John Piper says that getting help from physical means doesn't have to imply a lack of trust in God.
Do Christians Have Permission to Pray Imprecatory Prayers? …
John Piper says there may be a place for imprecatory prayer, but the clear call is to love our enemies.
The Immeasurable Greatness of His Power Toward Us …
Easter Sunday
The resurrection of Jesus shows the greatness of God's power toward us now in this life.
How Do I Boast Only In Christ When Applying for a Job? …
John Piper identifies two types of boasting and how we can turn both to God.
Spiritual Gifts: An Implication for Unanswered Prayer …
If we pray for something but never consider seeking the ministry of a fellow believer, we are like the eye that says it doesn't need the hand.
The Supremacy of Christ in Suffering …
reFocus Canada
Burnaby, BC
Suffering for the Gospel Q & A …
reFocus Canada
Burnaby, BC
What Jesus Demands from the World, Session 1 …
Desiring God 2010 Regional Conference
What Jesus Demands from the World
Did the Death of Jesus Accomplish Anything for the Non-Elect? …
John Piper believes every grace was bought by Christ—but there's a catch.
What Jesus Demands from the World, Session 2 …
Desiring God 2010 Regional Conference
What Jesus Demands from the World
What Jesus Demands from the World, Q&A …
Desiring God 2010 Regional Conference
What Jesus Demands from the World
The Inner Essence of Worship …
Crossway Community Church
Surrey, BC
How Would You Respond to Someone Who Thinks Whites Are Superior to Other Races By God's Design? …
John Piper says we must try to understand a person's heart before answering their arguments.
Did Jesus Preach the Gospel of Evangelicalism? …
Together for the Gospel Conference
Louisville, KY
Could a Pastor At Bethlehem Have Voted for Obama? …
John Piper says it's not impossible to vote for someone who has policies you disagree with.
How Much Does God Love This Church? …
We are precious to God—so precious that he will not have us make that preciousness into our god.
If God Wants Me to Be Happy, Why Do I Have So Much Suffering? …
John Piper says God arranges our circumstances to help make us happier in him.
One Dream for Bethlehem in My 8-Month Absence …
John Piper's dream is that Bethlehem experience in his absence what Robert Murray M'Cheyne's church did when he was away.
Rejoicing in the Midst of Sorrow …
Here's Life Inner City Fellowship Dinner
Twin Cities, MN
Has God Predetermined Every Tiny Detail In the Universe, Including Sin? …
John Piper shows how the Bible attributes absolutely everything to God, even the worst of sins.
Consider Your Calling …
God’s love for his people is so rich and full that they need the Holy Spirit's help to really feel it.
Why Should I Resist Sin If God Uses My Sin for Good? …
John Piper says we must take care not to reason unbiblical things from the truths we find in the Bible.
Elders Name Kenny Stokes As Interim Pastor for Preaching …
John Piper announces the plan for Bethlehem's pulpit while he is away.
What Does It Mean to Live by Faith in the Service of the Fatherless? …
Christian Alliance for Orphans, Summit VI
Twin Cities, MN
At What Point Should I Share the Gospel With My Neighbor? …
John Piper says that having a loving and discerning heart is the best evangelistic strategy.
Why Is Homosexuality Wrong? …
John Piper explains how homosexuality, like other sins, distorts God's good design for his creatures.
Is It Okay to Drink Alcohol? …
John Piper clarifies that alcohol can be OK, but also that that isn't always the case.
Is It Important to Have Your Parents' Blessing in Marriage? …
John Piper says it is important to have your parents' blessing, but not absolutely necessary.
Should Pastors Get PhDs? …
John Piper cautions pastors against getting stupid PhDs.
Is It Important for Me to Become a Member of My Local Church? …
John Piper says it is biblical to commit yourself to a local church body.
What Do You Think About Contemplative Prayer? …
John Piper says Scripture commends thoughtful and reflective prayer.
What Is a Wife's Responsibility In Solving Marital Conflict? …
John Piper says a wife is to prayerfully and humbly bring her perspective to her husband.
Which Grieves You More: Bad Theology or Division In the Church? …
John Piper says there are times when disunity hurts more than doctrinal differences, and vice versa.
What Should We Teach About Creation? …
John Piper lists three things about creation that are clear in the Bible and should be taught.
Is Christianity Biased Toward Book Lovers? …
John Piper says Christianity is biased toward those who appreciate written revelation.
Should I Become a Pastor If My Wife Isn't Saved? …
John Piper thinks it would be very difficult to bear the burdens of ministry alongside an unbelieving wife.
Does God Get More Glory If People Have Free Will? …
John Piper says complete human autonomy doesn't glorify God more.
Is God's Plan of Salvation a Failure Since So Many People Are Going to Hell? …
John Piper says God is accomplishing his plan perfectly, even though we can't always see how.
With Calvin in the Theater of God …
The Glory of Christ and Everyday Life
“At least two things have been burned on my mind with the help of John Calvin: the majesty of the Word of God—the Bible—and the supreme worth of the glory of God manifest above all in Jesus Christ” (p. 134).
Think …
The Life of the Mind and the Love of God
“This book is a plea to embrace serious thinking as a means of loving God and people. It is a plea to reject either-or thinking when it comes to head and heart, thinking and feeling, reason and faith, theology and doxology, mental labor and the ministry of love” (p. 15).
Should I Find a New Church If Mine Won't Support Me In Missions? …
John Piper says if your church doesn't support you in missions, find out why.
Is It Okay for Mothers to Work Full-Time Outside of the Home? …
John Piper says that mothering is full-time ministry.
Living in the Power of the Spirit …
The Evangelical Ministry Assembly
London, United Kingdom
Preaching in the Power of the Spirit …
The Evangelical Ministry Assembly
London, United Kingdom
Praying in the Power of the Spirit …
The Evangelical Ministry Assembly
London, United Kingdom
What Is Your Favorite Hymn? …
John Piper says that there are some old hymns that are very special to him, and he also likes many of the new gospel-centered hymns.
Is There Room In Reformed Theology for Environmental Concern? …
John Piper says that is important for Christians to care for the environment in order to love their neighbor.
What Do You Do When Different Generations In Your Church Have Different Opinions About How to Do Ministry? …
John Piper says that older leaders should give freedom in ministry to younger people who have the same core vision, and that younger people should be careful to listen to the advice of the older generation.
What Has Been Your Biggest Spiritual Struggle and How Did You Get Victory? …
John Piper says that his biggest struggle has been prideful frustration which leads to anger.
If You Could Say One Thing to the Next Generation of Church Leaders, What Would It Be? …
John Piper stresses the crucial and timeless importance of keeping the Bible central to everything.
What Cautions Do You Have for the New Reformed Movement? …
John Piper encourages Christians to value theology as a means for knowing God, without making theology God.
How Do You Avoid Forgetting Scripture That You've Memorized? …
John Piper urges Christians to memorize and review a cluster of helpful Scripture passages.
When Should You Confront Someone About Their Sin? …
John Piper says that it takes spiritual wisdom and discernment to determine whether you should confront someone over sinful behavior.
How Do You Prepare Your Sermons? …
John Piper describes his method of sermon preparation, but doesn't recommend it for other preachers.
Should Christians Be Willing to Read the Books of Other Religions? …
John Piper says that it is not necessary for Christians to investigate the literature of other religions in order to be confident of the truth of Christianity.
Is It Wrong for Men to Listen to Female Speakers? …
John Piper says that it is not wrong for a man to listen to a female speaker, unless he starts to look at her as his pastor.
If You Could Redo One Thing In Your Life, What Might It Be? …
John Piper says that working hard to have a better marriage is a worthy endeavor, with its own unique reward.
Are Christians Under the 10 Commandments? …
John Piper says that the experience of justification should change our approach to personal ethics.
What Must Someone Believe In Order to Be Saved? …
John Piper says that there are a cluster of things that someone must believe in order to be saved.
Is the Holy Spirit Underemphasized In Evangelical Circles? …
John Piper says that sometimes our prayers go unanswered because we do not avail ourselves of the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
How Should Miraculous Gifts Be Used In the Church? …
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.
Is It Okay for Christians to Enjoy Art Produced By Unbelievers? …
John Piper exhorts us to test our hearts about why we watch the movies that we watch.
Where and How Did You Learn to Preach? …
John Piper says that good preachers can't be created by a course on homiletics, but through being set ablaze by the content of Scripture.
