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John Piper Sermons

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John Piper is founder and teacher of desiringGod.org; he is author of more than 50 books and travels regularly to preach and teach. New messages are posted to this podcast as they become available. Piper’s sermons, books, articles, and more are available free of charge at desiringGod.org. We want people everywhere to understand and embrace the truth that God is most glorified in us, when we are most satisfied in him.

Why listen

John Piper Sermons is for listeners who want serious, Scripture-heavy Christian teaching in a sermon format rather than casual commentary. Episodes usually center on one biblical or theological theme, with Piper moving from close reading to application in a direct, convictional preaching style. It will fit best for Christians who want Reformed evangelical teaching, pastoral exhortation, and longer-form biblical reflection.

Episodes

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50 min
May 9, 2021
The Achievement of Christ Without Which There Would Be No Others

Christ has secured innumerable benefits for his people. But without this central, most foundational achievement, all the rest would collapse. img /

48 min
May 2, 2021
Can Joy Come in Sorrow? Lessons for an Authentic Christian Life

How do joy and sorrow mingle in the Christian life? Does joy come only after sorrow passes, or can it come in the very midst of our griefs? img /

39 min
Feb 21, 2021
‘Hallowed Be Your Name’: The Greatest Prayer in All the World

The lines of the Lord’s Prayer tend to pass by our eyes, and through our mouths, in a routine manner. But what might we be missing in our familiarity? img /

42 min
Jan 28, 2021
Doing the Right Thing Never Ruins Your Life: A Belief That Prevents Abortion

Abortion holds out hope that ending the unborn child’s life will spare you misery and hardship. But doing the right thing will never ruin your life. img /

36 min
Jan 17, 2021
Faith That Satisfies — and Saves: What It Means to Come to Jesus

The nature of genuine saving faith isn’t mere mental assent, but receiving all that God is for us in Jesus Christ. img /

33 min
Nov 8, 2020
Singing, Suffering, and Scripture: How God Keeps Us Through Song

Suffering may quiet our singing for a time, but God designed singing to sustain our souls. And one day, we will sing forever with unrestrained joy. img /

18 min
Jul 19, 2020
Every Letter Kills, Including Shakespeare: Pressing Through Texts in the Power of the Spirit

To exposit a text is only one part of preaching and teaching. We must drill down into the words and unearth the reality that holds the text together. img /

50 min
Jun 28, 2020
Exposition or Imposition? How Gospel-Centered Preaching Can Go Wrong

Preachers, instead of taking your text and making a beeline to the cross, take the cross and make a beeline to your text. img /

1 hr
Jun 21, 2020
The Second Coming: Not Before the ‘Man of Lawlessness’

As we look forward to Christ’s second coming, what matters most is not that we have the timing and details down, but that we hold fast to Jesus as our great hope. img /

51 min
Jun 14, 2020
Does God Intend Evil for Our Good? Providential Peril for Joseph, Jesus, and You

What sinners and Satan intend for evil, God always superintends for good. Our all-wise God brings restoration from ruin and deliverance out of danger. img /

29 min
May 17, 2020
The Secret of Christ-Magnifying Contentment as the Path to Costly Love

True contentment in Christ not only guards against our ever-changing circumstances, but frees us to overflow in costly love to others — even our enemies. img /

1 hr 4 min
Apr 5, 2020
The Second Coming: Wrath and Rescue

Suffering, pain, and trouble never have the last word for the people of God. He is our hope and our joy, and he will bring us all the way home. img /

45 min
Mar 8, 2020
Do Not Take God’s Name in Vain: The Weight and Wonder of the Third Commandment

To take God’s name in vain is about far, far more than avoiding foul language. Our reverence for God’s name cuts to the very core of our worship in all of life. img /

45 min
Feb 23, 2020
Live for Your Greatest Desire: Jesus

Jesus’s call to deny ourselves isn’t a demand to give up happiness but an invitation to walk with him on the path to deep, lasting joy. img /

54 min
Jan 19, 2020
Serious Joy, Cultural Conflict, and Christian Humility: Thoughts on Christian Education

True Christian education fills our hearts and minds with a joy so serious and strong that our society loses its power to control where we stand and what we say. img /

38 min
Jan 12, 2020
Christ Magnified in His World Through Servants Satisfied in His Worth

God will not settle for redeeming people from just a few parts of the globe. He will have people from every tribe, tongue, and nation. img /

45 min
Dec 29, 2019
Seek the Things That Are Above

Every believer in Jesus Christ has a potent spiritual superpower. With the Spirit’s help, we now can seek the very things of heaven above. img /

32 min
Dec 8, 2019
How Does Humility Lead in Conflict? A Charge to Christian Leaders

The humblest response to our culture’s tirade against objective truth isn’t to retreat, but to lovingly and kindly contend for what the Bible says. img /

27 min
Nov 17, 2019
‘How God Made Me Happy in Him’: John Piper’s Journey to Joy

Glory and joy appear all over the Bible, but how they relate is not readily obvious. Listen to John Piper tell the story of how God connected the dots between the two. img /

1 hr 6 min
Nov 10, 2019
Seven Reasons We Must Pursue Supreme Satisfaction in God

Enjoying God, being satisfied in him, is essential in glorifying him as he deserves. God is not as glorified by mere duty as he is by delight. img /

55 min
Nov 3, 2019
A Peculiar Act of Worship: Preaching as Expository Exultation

The preacher’s task is not merely to teach or inform, but to rejoice with his people over the wonders of Scripture. img /

25 min
Oct 6, 2019
The Explosive Power of the Resurrection — Now

Jesus’s resurrection not only guarantees that we too will rise, but that we can taste steadfast, heavenly joy here and now — even in suffering. John Piper preached this sermon at the Sing! Conference in Nashville. img /

25 min
Aug 25, 2019
Christians Care About All Suffering and Injustice

Suffering and injustice infect every inch of our world. But Jesus grants his people the resolve to labor for change that makes an everlasting difference. John Piper preached this message at the Sing! Conference in Edinburgh, Scotland. img /

49 min
Aug 18, 2019
How to Preach in the Power of the Spirit

Sermons are not speeches. Preaching isn’t a lecture. When a pastor speaks God’s words to his gathered people, in the power of the Spirit, miracles happen. John Piper delivered this message at the Sing! conference in Edinburgh, Scotland. img /

40 min
Aug 11, 2019
Even When It Hurts: How Christ Reveals Himself in Pain

In this life, we will not be able to see all God is doing through sickness and pain, but we can trust that he will reveal more of himself to us through every trial and trouble. img /

51 min
Jul 28, 2019
The Glory of God and Why We Sing

The greatness of God’s glory invites a response that moves his people beyond mere words. And so we sing. John Piper preached this sermon at the Sing! Conference in Belfast, Northern Ireland. img /

14 min
Jul 21, 2019
Our Worth Is Not in What We Own: Fifteen-Minute Gospel Presentation

We will never find true worth in what we have or who we are. True, full, lasting satisfaction can only come through all that God is for us in Jesus Christ. After the congregation sang “My Worth Is Not in What I Own,” John Piper presented this gospel message at the Sing! Belfast conference. img /

32 min
Jun 24, 2019
Who Will Give My Head Waters? Seven Reasons to Pray for Holy Tears

Tears, crying, and weeping are all a proper response to the God-ordained sorrow and pain we face. Just because God is sovereign doesn’t mean we ignore our pain. img /

23 min
Jun 10, 2019
Pharisaism, Money, and the Greatness of God

What makes the heart of a legalist tick? You might be surprised how often, despite appearances, it is simply this: the love of money. John Piper delivered this message at a chapel for Crossway Books. img /

22 min
May 17, 2019
What Do Christians Care About (Most)? To the Class of 2019

Christians care about all injustice in our fallen world. But our outrage against wrongdoing will fizzle out unless we root our concern in God himself. We care especially about injustice against God. John Piper preached this message at the 2019 Bethlehem College Seminary commencement. img /

47 min
May 8, 2019
Christ Has Purchased Global Praise: The Blood, the Beast, and the Boast of Race

Jesus has already paid the price to ransom a global people who live to praise him. And he wants to use you to spread the astoundingly good news. John Piper preached this message at Bethlehem College Seminary in Minneapolis. img /

1 hr 4 min
Apr 1, 2019
The Golden Stitches of Sovereignty: What Holds Our Gospel Together

The death of Jesus Christ was no mere product of coincidences. God planned every detail to ensure the salvation of his people. John Piper preached this message at The Gospel Coalition 2019 National Conference. img /

43 min
Jan 28, 2019
What Kind of Heart Does Christ Deserve? The Call of Christian Hedonism

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. img /

1 hr 4 min
Jan 28, 2019
Is It Right to Seek More Joy Than We Have Through Justification?

Jesus not only paid for our full acceptance with God, but he also purchased grace for us to embrace obedience. This is the second message John Piper preached at the Bethlehem 2019 Conference for Pastors + Church Leaders in Minneapolis. img /

53 min
Jan 17, 2019
The Invincible Power of Joy for World Missions: For Cowards, Consumers, and the Comfortable

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. img /

48 min
Jan 4, 2019
Make Your Life Count: The Greatest Missions Letter Ever Written

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. img /

34 min
Nov 18, 2018
You Are Anointed: How the Truth Becomes Precious

Jesus anoints every believer with his Spirit so that we taste how precious he is. img /

34 min
Oct 28, 2018
Sorrowful Love Springs from Serious Joy

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. img /

44 min
Oct 7, 2018
Are We Adopted for Us or for God?

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. img /

47 min
Sep 21, 2018
The Key to Simultaneous Sorrow and Joy

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. img /

48 min
Sep 13, 2018
The Devil Can Do Exposition, but He Can’t Preach

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. img /

37 min
Sep 11, 2018
Your Emotions Matter to God: Learning from the Bible’s Songbook

Satan is trying to steal your joy. God gave us the Psalms to fight back. img /

1 hr 7 min
Jun 16, 2018
An Impossible Covenant — And How It Becomes a Permanent Joy

Jesus bought an unbreakable covenant for his people. He takes hardened rebels and transforms them into a beautiful bride for their eternal joy. img /

52 min
Jun 3, 2018
Joy Makes All Things New

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. img /

46 min
Jun 2, 2018
Lord, Teach Us to Fight: The Double Battle in Gethsemane

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. img /

53 min
Jun 2, 2018
God Rules the Heart of Every Man: Elijah’s Battle with the Prophets of Baal

The people of God may appear weak, but God loves to be at a disadvantage — just before he wins. img /

23 min
May 28, 2018
Your Thorn for the Shaming of Satan: To the Class of 2018

Your pains and weaknesses are not obstacles to everything you want to accomplish, but the very instruments God uses to make you more like his Son. img /

56 min
Apr 27, 2018
New God, New Gospel, New Gladness: How Is Christian Joy Distinct?

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. img /