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John Piper

John Stephen Piper (born January 11, 1946) is a Reformed Baptist theologian and retired pastor. Specializing in New Testament studies, he is chancellor of Bethlehem College and Seminary in Minneapolis, Minnesota.[5] Piper taught biblical studies at Bethel University for six years (1974–1980), before serving as pastor for preaching and vision of Bethlehem Baptist Church (Converge) in Minneapolis for 33 years (1980–2013).

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What Kind of Heart Does Christ Deserve? The Call of Christian Hedonism
Jan 28, 2019 • 43 min
Jesus is worthy to be praised with our every thought and deed. But what about our feelings? The Bible’s clearest answer is also the best of news. John Piper preached this message at the Bethlehem 2019 Conference for Pastors + Church Leaders in Minneapolis.
The Invincible Power of Joy for World Missions: For Cowards, Consumers, and the Comfortable
Jan 17, 2019 • 54 min
Safety tempts us to stay put. Luxury tries to lure us. Comfort wants to keep us. But God has a bigger, global dream for his people. John Piper preached this message at the G3 2019 conference in Atlanta.
Make Your Life Count: The Greatest Missions Letter Ever Written
Jan 4, 2019 • 48 min
One day soon, people from every nation will bring God praise and glory. But they won’t encounter everlasting hope until God’s people go and send. Piper preached this message on January 4, 2019, at the CROSS Conference in Louisville, where thousands gathered to discern their call to the nations.
You Are Anointed: How the Truth Becomes Precious
Nov 18, 2018 • 34 min
Jesus anoints every believer with his Spirit so that we taste how precious he is.
Sorrowful Love Springs from Serious Joy
Oct 28, 2018 • 35 min
Every act of Christian love springs from serious joy in Jesus. When your hope is secure in him, you can give whatever it takes to serve others.
Are We Adopted for Us or for God?
Oct 7, 2018 • 44 min
The more gladness we have in our Father, the more we bring glory to his name. Our happiness in him shows off his holiness in us.
The Key to Simultaneous Sorrow and Joy
Sep 21, 2018 • 47 min
Jesus has purchased something infinitely better than anything this world has to offer: the glory of God himself. We have every reason to boast in him.
The Devil Can Do Exposition, but He Can’t Preach
Sep 13, 2018 • 48 min
The pulpit isn’t just a place for a lecture or even mere teaching. Every sermon should sing with worship over the glories of God’s word. John Piper delivered this message during a breakout seminar at the Sing! 2018 Conference in Nashville.
Your Emotions Matter to God: Learning from the Bible’s Songbook
Sep 11, 2018 • 37 min
Satan is trying to steal your joy. God gave us the Psalms to fight back.
An Impossible Covenant — And How It Becomes a Permanent Joy
Jun 16, 2018 • 1h 8m
Jesus bought an unbreakable covenant for his people. He takes hardened rebels and transforms them into a beautiful bride for their eternal joy.
Joy Makes All Things New
Jun 3, 2018 • 53 min
Joy is not a wishful add-on to the Christian life, but essential to knowing and worshiping God. When we finally discover joy in Jesus, everything changes.
Lord, Teach Us to Fight: The Double Battle in Gethsemane
Jun 2, 2018 • 46 min
Jesus took the cup of God’s wrath so that we would never have to. And now he beckons each of us to join him in speaking and sharing the good news of his victory.
God Rules the Heart of Every Man: Elijah’s Battle with the Prophets of Baal
Jun 2, 2018 • 53 min
The people of God may appear weak, but God loves to be at a disadvantage — just before he wins.
New God, New Gospel, New Gladness: How Is Christian Joy Distinct?
Apr 27, 2018 • 56 min
The most basic distinction between the church and the world is not godly decisions, good deeds, or even true doctrines, but glad delight in God himself.
How to Get Wisdom: Become a Fool
Apr 20, 2018 • 37 min
Wisdom from God is more valuable than gold. It may look foolish to a watching world, but the lasting path of happiness comes only in the guidance God gives.
The Glory of Christ and Racial Unity: On the 50th Anniversary of MLK’s Death
Apr 4, 2018 • 46 min
When we come to Christ, we don’t lose our ethnic or cultural identities. But we all put on his insignia and find new possibilities for unity in him.
Right with God, Right with Man: The Power of Superior Pleasure
Feb 22, 2018 • 55 min
Receiving Jesus as our greatest joy unlocks right standing with God and right living with others.
Jesus Raised Jesus from the Dead — And Why It Matters
Jan 29, 2018 • 33 min
A one-of-a-kind death, and a one-of-a-kind resurrection, has been carried out by this one-of-a-kind Person who is more valuable than all else.
How to Preach with Supernatural Power
Jan 17, 2018 • 1h 14m
Christian preaching is not simply an exchange of information, but a channel through which the Holy Spirit works his miracles in both preacher and hearers.
How to Seek the Holy Spirit
Jan 15, 2018 • 54 min
Without the work of the Holy Spirit, we are helpless. Seek him, and he will rest upon you — especially in your hour of greatest need.