Light + Truth

What kind of prayer changes the world? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper looks at Acts 4:23–31 to show the power of Spirit-filled, Scripture-saturated prayer.

What keeps Christians from speaking up for Christ? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Acts 4:13–22 to reveal the source of true boldness.

How does Christ’s supremacy compel global missions? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Acts 4:1–12 to show why the exclusivity of Jesus fuels the urgent call to proclaim his name.

How do you prepare for suffering before it comes? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines John Bunyan’s unwavering trust in God’s sovereignty.

Why do the greatest lessons often come through suffering? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores how John Bunyan’s time in prison made his ministry a balm for sufferers.

What sustains your faith when all is stripped away? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper looks at the hardships of John Bunyan to reveal how suffering teaches us to depend on God alone.

Does your confidence rest in yourself or in Christ? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to 1 Corinthians 3:18–23 to show how Christ frees us to embrace all that is ours in him.

How can a church stay faithful in a shifting culture? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to 1 Corinthians 3:10–17 to call us to be vigilant in doctrine and life.

Can a fractured world be healed without a Godward vision? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to 1 Corinthians 3:5–9 to call us beyond a man-centered worldview.

What does it take to live a Christ-centered life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to 1 Corinthians 3:1–4 to emphasize that true life in Christ is marked by growth in grace.

Where can true wisdom be found? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to 1 Corinthians 2:14–16 to contrast the folly of worldly wisdom with the Spirit’s work to reveal our inheritance.

Are we pointing others to Christ — or ourselves? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to 1 Corinthians 2:1–5 to show how the gospel’s power shines when human pride steps aside.

Have you felt the freedom of living for something greater than yourself? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 1 Corinthians 1:31 to reveal the joy of boasting only in the cross.

Do you ever seek significance by aligning with influential leaders? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper unpacks 1 Corinthians 1:10–17 to reveal the profound dangers of this impulse.

What defines who you are? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens 1 Corinthians 1:1–9 to urge us to root our identity in God’s calling and faithfulness.

Can you trust Christ’s words before you see their effect? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 4:43–54 to show what it means to trust in Jesus for the right reasons.

Does faith require seeing, or is Christ’s word enough? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores John 4:43–54 to show how a desperate father’s trust reveals the nature of true belief.

What does it mean for Jesus to be sustained by giving life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 4:27–42 to show how Christ’s obedience overflows as life for the world.

How does Jesus reveal himself as the Savior? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 4:27–42 to show how faith arises through the witness of others and personal encounters.

How does Jesus transform worship? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 4:16–30 to reveal the life-giving joy of worshiping the Father through Christ.

What does it mean to truly worship God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 4:16–30 to reveal how Jesus brings us into a deep, personal encounter with the living God.

What can satisfy the cavernous thirst of your soul? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 4:16–26 to show how Jesus breaks through our defenses to offer living water.

How do we face the pain of being fully known? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 4:16–19 to explore how Jesus reveals our thirst and satisfies our deepest longings.

How far will God go to pursue a worshiper? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 4:1–15 to show the unrelenting grace of Jesus as he crosses barriers of culture, sin, and shame.

What does it mean to follow a Savior who does nothing by accident? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 4:1–15 to reveal the gracious sovereignty of Jesus.

If you feel overwhelmed by uncertainty or suffering, how does God provide for you? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:26–27 to show how the Spirit intercedes for us.

How does God meet us in our weakness and uncertainty? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 8:26–27 to show how the Spirit aligns our groanings with God’s unfailing will.

What happens when we don’t know how we should pray? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:26–27 to reveal how the Holy Spirit intercedes for us in our weakness.

What kind of future awaits those who trust in Christ? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 8:18–25 to reveal the breathtaking hope of a renewed creation.

What does our inevitable suffering reveal about the meaning of life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:18–23 to show how our suffering relates to our God-given hope.

What does it mean to inherit God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:14–18 to reveal the glory of inheriting God himself.

What do the children of God inherit? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 8:14–18 to reveal the breathtaking promise of God’s inheritance.

How does the Spirit confirm our adoption? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:15–16 to show how the Spirit moves believers from fear to the intimate cry of “Abba, Father.”

What does it mean to be led by the Spirit? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 8:13–14 to show how the Spirit leads believers into battle against sin.

How did Jesus break sin’s grip and Satan’s power? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Hebrews 2:14–18 to show how Christ’s sacrifice deals with our sin and fear of death.

How did Christ endure the cross? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines Hebrews 2:10 to reveal the joy and glory that sustained Jesus in his suffering.

What does it mean that Christ died for our sins? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines Hebrews 2:9 to reveal how Christ’s death secures salvation and the faith that brings us to God.

What did Jesus accomplish in tasting death? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores Hebrews 2:9 to reveal the depth of Christ’s sacrifice and covenant love.

Is there an end to death’s grip on this world? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores Hebrews 2:1–9, showing how Jesus reshapes our destiny.

What makes our salvation both great and certain? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores Hebrews 2:3–4 to show how God confirms the truth of salvation through unimpeachable witnesses.

Why must we give Jesus our closest attention? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Hebrews 2:1–4 to underscore the necessity of heeding God’s decisive word in Christ.

Why does Christ’s supremacy over all things matter? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines Hebrews 1 to show how this truth shapes our worship, assurance, and view of Christ’s reign.

What makes Jesus Christ uniquely worthy to sit at the right hand of God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Hebrews 1:1–4 to examine profound truths about Christ’s person and work.

How can sinners stand before a holy God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Hebrews 1:1–4 to show what Christ achieved and its power to transform those who trust him.

Are you listening to God’s final word for your life? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Hebrews 1:1–4 to show how God’s message in Christ surpasses all others.

Have you ever wished God would speak directly to you? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows from Hebrews 1:1–4 how God’s final and ultimate word in Christ surpasses all our expectations.

How does God’s sovereignty shape our evangelism? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper reflects on J.I. Packer’s work to show how God’s sovereignty strengthens our reliance on him.

Why should we commit ourselves to the Bible’s authority? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper highlights J.I. Packer’s defense of biblical authority and its vital role in shaping the church.

What keeps a Christian from sinking under sin and doubt? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper reflects on how J.I. Packer’s love for Puritan writings offers wisdom for the Christian life.

What if your deepest longings could be met by a love beyond any you’ve ever known? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to John 17:24–26 to show how God draws us into his eternal love.