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Quest for Joy

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The Joyful Purpose of God …

January 8, 1989 |Sermon |by John Piper | Scripture: Isaiah 43:1–7

No matter what part of your Christian commitment you focus on, the Bible leads you from that focus to the urgency of evangelism.

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The Joyful Duty of Man …

January 22, 1989 |Sermon |by John Piper | Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31

In sharing the truth of Christianity, Truth #1 is that God created us for HIS glory. Truth #2 is that this is, therefore, the duty of every man and woman and child—to live for the glory of God. And the wonderful thing is that this duty is not a burden. It is freedom and joy.

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Joy Exchanged and Joy Forfeited …

January 29, 1989 |Sermon |by John Piper | Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:14

We have exchanged our joy for the dead-end street of judgment.

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Joy Purchased …

February 5, 1989 |Sermon |by John Piper | Scripture: Romans 5:6–8

The death of Jesus Christ is the only way that any of us can escape the righteous wrath of God and find peace with God.

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Joy Recovered …

February 12, 1989 |Sermon |by John Piper | Scripture: Acts 3:19; 16:31

How do you become a Christian? How does the ransom Jesus paid become a ransom for me?

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Irrevocable Joy …

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March 26, 1989 |Sermon |by John Piper | Scripture: John 16:22

Jesus offers irrevocable joy. It cannot be destroyed. It cannot be lost.

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