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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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Blessed Are the Merciful
Feb 23, 1986 • 36 min
God’s mercy floods our lives when we don’t deserve an ounce. And he expects us to overflow with that same grace to others.
Blessed Are Those Who Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness
Feb 16, 1986 • 31 min
The hunger of your life that cannot be satisfied by anything in this world is the constant beckoning of God to remember that you were made for him.
Blessed Are the Meek
Feb 9, 1986 • 38 min
Meekness is not weakness. Meekness begins with God and ends with God.
The Beatitudes and the Gospel of the Kingdom
Jan 26, 1986 • 35 min
The powerful mercy of the kingdom has already come in Jesus Christ and in the power of the Holy Spirit.
I Will Sing of Thy Might and Mercy
Jan 19, 1986 • 35 min
Authenticity and depth in worship characterize those who suffer with Christ by bearing the burdens of others.
My Prayer to God Is That They Might Be Saved
Jan 12, 1986 • 38 min
Paul does not pray for ineffectual influences, but for effectual influences. And that is how we should pray too.
My Heart's Desire: That They Might Be Saved
Jan 5, 1986 • 35 min
It is fitting for those who believe in the sovereignty of God to feel a deep sorrow and for the lost and a deep longing for their conversion.
God Glorified in Good Resolves
Dec 29, 1985 • 32 min
It is the duty of Christians to seek God's power to fulfill good resolves.
But God...
Dec 22, 1985 • 32 min
We were dead in sin, BUT GOD made us alive with Christ.
Why We Need a Savior: Captive to an Alien Power, by Nature Children of Wrath
Dec 15, 1985 • 34 min
We were dead to God, enslaved to Satan, and were rightfully under the wrath of God. There was only one hope, and it was not in ourselves.
Guard Yourself With Gratitude
Nov 24, 1985 • 34 min
Thankfulness guards our souls because it nurtures humility and kills triviality.
Christmas Gift to Our Missionaries
Nov 17, 1985 • 36 min
The task of world evangelization requires Pauline missionaries devoted to the task of frontier missions.
I Have Other Sheep That Are Not of This Fold
Nov 10, 1985 • 35 min
All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to the Son of God and he declares, “I must bring in my other sheep.” He will do it.
Those Whom He Predestined He Also Called
Oct 20, 1985 • 34 min
Our call, our conversion, our regeneration, and our faith are based on God’s eternal election and predestination — not our self-determination.
Called According to His Purpose
Oct 13, 1985 • 35 min
God’s call is the only thing powerful enough to pierce our hard hearts. It is the firm foundation of Romans 8:28.
Remember the Sabbath Day to Keep It Holy
Oct 6, 1985 • 39 min
Humbly accept the fact that your true advancement in life depends far more on God's labor than yours.
Mission: The Gladness of God
Sep 22, 1985 • 37 min
God's invitation to the banquet of his eternal joy is sent through the church indiscriminately to all people.
On Sharing Your Own Soul
Sep 15, 1985 • 34 min
Where the gospel flourishes people share their souls—their joys, guilts, fears, and passions.
You Shall Worship the Lord Your God
Sep 8, 1985 • 33 min
Worshiping God is the number one duty of every human being.
Strategic Hospitality
Aug 25, 1985 • 37 min
Our homes and apartments should stand constantly ready for strategic hospitality—a readiness to welcome people who don't ordinarily live there.