Light + Truth

How did Jesus view the Scriptures? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper shows how central the Old Testament was to Jesus’s life and teaching.

How can we trust that the Scriptures we read today are faithful to the originals? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores the preservation of New Testament manuscripts.

How were the books of the New Testament recognized as Scripture? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper traces the development of the New Testament canon.

How do we know which books belong in the Old Testament? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines passages in Luke to explore the boundaries of the Old Testament canon.

What does it mean for truth to be absolute in a world of relativism? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines key biblical passages to reveal the Bible’s unique claim to truth.

Why is the Bible so crucial in a world of competing religious claims? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores how Scripture’s authority confronts secularism and religious pluralism.

What drove George Whitefield’s tireless preaching? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores the transformation that ignited Whitefield’s passion for the gospel.

What fueled George Whitefield’s passionate preaching? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores Whitefield’s dramatic style in light of his deep conviction about the gospel’s reality.

Why did God use George Whitefield so powerfully? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines Whitefield’s life, highlighting the sovereign work of God through his preaching of the gospel.

How does Christ give us the confidence to love, even at great cost? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Hebrews 10:32–39 to reveal the source of sacrificial love.

How can we become people who embrace risk-taking love? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Hebrews 10:32–39 to explore the faith that fuels sacrificial love.

Who can rescue us at the final judgment? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Hebrews 10:26–31 to reveal our sole hope for salvation on the last day.

Why must we never turn away from Christ and his finished work? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Hebrews 10:26–31 to stress the serious consequences of abandoning the gospel.

Preaching is essential for a healthy church, but not preaching alone. In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Hebrews 10:23–25 to show the vital role of encouragement in the church.

What has God called every Christian to do? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Hebrews 10:23–25 to explore our vital responsibility to strengthen others in the faith.

What should we do when our conscience condemns us? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Hebrews 10:19–22 to explore the assurance that quiets our fears.

Should Christians ever lack confidence in approaching God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Hebrews 10:19–22 to explore the unshakable basis of our boldness.

How can we respond when we doubt whether we are forgiven? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Hebrews 10:1–18 to reveal the profound assurance we have in Christ’s finished work.

Is sanctification a gift or something we achieve? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 6:22–23 to explore how sanctification relates to our freedom in Christ.

How is enslavement to God true freedom? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 6:22–23 to reveal the profound relationship between sanctification and ultimate freedom.

Why is justification by faith essential to our growth in holiness? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 6:20–22 to explore how freedom from sin leads to sanctification.

What does Paul mean when he says that sin will no longer have dominion over us? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 6:14–19 to show how this profound promise transforms us.

How crucial is Christ’s righteousness in our acceptance by God? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 6:14–19 to examine the righteousness that determines our right standing.

How does justification by faith relate to our battle against sin? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 6:11–14 to explore how this core doctrine empowers us to fight.

What role do desires play in the battle within our mortal bodies? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper turns to Romans 6:11–14 to reveal how sin seeks to gain control of our desires.