The Mercy of Providence
Can we trust God’s sovereign grace towards us, even when he seems to be absent from us? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper answers that question from Ruth 2.
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Water from the Rock for Undeserving People
God promises us his life-sustaining presence, even as he leads us into waterless regions of suffering and loss.
Did Bathsheba Sin with David?
Does the story of David and Bathsheba suggest that Bathsheba was a willing partner in his adultery, or that David took her against her will?
Did Bathsheba Sin with David?
Does the story of David and Bathsheba suggest that Bathsheba was a willing partner in his adultery, or that David took her against her will?
Why Did the First Humans Live for So Long?
The book of Genesis records life spans in the hundreds of years. Why did the first humans live for so long — and why are our life spans today so short?
Why Did the First Humans Live for So Long?
The book of Genesis records life spans in the hundreds of years. Why did the first humans live for so long — and why are our life spans today so short?
Did Abraham Laugh at God’s Promise?
Paul looks back to Abraham and celebrates his unwavering faith. But is Abraham’s laughter at God’s promise in Genesis 17 really a faithful response?
Did Abraham Laugh at God’s Promise?
Paul looks back to Abraham and celebrates his unwavering faith. But is Abraham’s laughter at God’s promise in Genesis 17 really a faithful response?
Was Job a Man or a Myth?
Job is a profound book on human suffering, worthy of a lifetime of study. But was Job himself a real, historical character? And does it matter?
Was Job a Man or a Myth?
Job is a profound book on human suffering, worthy of a lifetime of study. But was Job himself a real, historical character? And does it matter?
Five Ways Jesus Changes Our Relationship to the Old Testament
How do Christians know which Old Testament laws apply to them? Pastor John explains five ways Jesus shapes our approach to the Old Testament.
Desiring God Ask Pastor John Audio
en-usSeptember 14, 2018
Five Ways Jesus Changes Our Relationship to the Old Testament
How do Christians know which Old Testament laws apply to them? Pastor John explains five ways Jesus shapes our approach to the Old Testament.
Ask Pastor John
enSeptember 14, 2018
Did Israel’s King Consult with a Witch?
God’s people must not consult with mediums — not because there’s no such thing as communication with the dead, but because it is an abomination to do so.
Did Israel’s King Consult with a Witch?
God’s people must not consult with mediums — not because there’s no such thing as communication with the dead, but because it is an abomination to do so.
Job: When the Righteous Suffer, Part 2
God’s merciful purpose is shown in the conclusion of the book of Job as he demonstrates his own worth and sovereign goodness, and secures the restoration and reconciliation of Job and his friends.
Job: When the Righteous Suffer, Part 1
The book of Job teaches us that God is ultimately sovereign over all things, including Satan and any calamity he brings.
Ruth: May the Redeemer's Name Be Renowned
The book of Ruth exists to show us that God is always at work, even in our darkest hours, to bring us to worship him and display his glory.
Desiring God Messages by John Piper Audio
en-usSeptember 04, 2008
Ruth: Strategic Righteousness
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Desiring God Messages by John Piper Audio
en-usSeptember 03, 2008
Ruth: Under the Wings of God
There is only one place that is safe — it’s not your bank account, your house, or anything made by man. It’s in the refuge of God’s wings.
Desiring God Messages by John Piper Audio
en-usSeptember 03, 2008
Ruth: Sweet and Bitter Providence
The book of Ruth demonstrates that God is at work even in the darkest of times, and that he will bring about his ultimate purpose to glorify his grace through Jesus Christ.
Desiring God Messages by John Piper Audio
en-usSeptember 02, 2008