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John Piper

John Piper is founder and teacher of Desiring God and chancellor of Bethlehem College and Seminary. For 33 years, he served as pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church, Minneapolis, Minnesota. He is author of more than 50 books, including Desiring God: Meditations of a Christian Hedonist and most recently Foundations for Lifelong Learning: Education in Serious Joy.

Were Apostles Unique and Unrepeatable Messengers of Christ?

Jesus chose Twelve Apostles for a unique, unrepeatable role in the history of redemption.

Gifts of Healings and Workings of Miracles

"Gifts of healings" and "workings of miracles" are for the church and the mission of Christ in the world today.

Is Jesus Christ Man’s Only Hope for Salvation?

Can people still be saved even if they never hear the name of Jesus?

Are Signs and Wonders for Today?

Did the apostles have spiritual gifts that are now obsolete?

Cosmic-Level Spiritual Warfare

Are there territorial spirits that darken whole regions or people? And should there be a concerted prayer effort to "bind" or disarm them?

The California Conference on Holiness: Kudos and Cautions

Ten things to be thankful for and three things to be concerned about at a Vineyard conference.

How Is the Kingdom Present?

The kingdom has come and it has overcome the aimlessness and futility of our lives and given us an awesome reason to live.

Matthew’s Amazing Warnings Not to Be a False Disciple

Matthew seems unusually burdened to alert us about the danger of thinking we are saved when we are not.

Is the Kingdom Present or Future?

The kingdom of God is present and future. There has been fulfillment, but there has not been consummation.

Letter to a Friend Concerning the So-Called "Lordship Salvation"

Jesus seems more eager to explode the false assurance of faith than he is to give assurance to people who are intent on living in sin.

Oh, That I May Never Loiter on My Heavenly Journey

Oh, That I May Never Loiter on My Heavenly Journey

Reflections on the Life and Ministry of David Brainerd

In spite of the terrible external hardships that Brainerd knew, he pressed on and even flourished under his tribulations that led to the kingdom.

Panel Discussion

Universalism and the Reality of Eternal Punishment, Panel Discussion

Desiring God 1990 Conference for Pastors

Eternal punishment is a terrifying and pervasively biblical reality that should bring us, not to impugn God’s character, but to realize the infinitely heinous nature of sin and fear the wrath of God.

Thank God for Diaries, Journals, and Biography!

The life of David Brainerd is a bright testimony to the long-suffering, severe mercy of God.

The Importance of the Kingdom Today

Since Jesus has come, God exerts his right to rule in new and powerful ways.

Think Deeply and Clearly

A Meditation on 2 Timothy 2:7

The human mind may be fallen, but it's not useless.

Kingdom Compassion and the Killing of Children

Sanctity of Life Sunday

Peaceful, non-violent, ready-to-suffer protest is one way that the truth and beauty of God's kingdom shines in this world.

Why the Simple Right to Abortion is Unjust

There are at least three generally-accepted principles of justice that stand in the way of justifying abortion.

What Are We Up Against?

Satan is not opposed to most ordinary things you do, as long as you do them like the rest of the world.

Would you Pray About our Conference for Pastors?

A request for prayer for the 1990 Bethlehem Conference for Pastors on Universalism and the Reality of Eternal Punishment.

Compassion, Power, and the Kingdom of God: An Introduction

What is the nature of the kingdom of God? And what is the "power" that the kingdom exerts now in the church?

Eighteen Aspects of Holy Dissatisfaction

A New Year’s Agenda for Growth

A collection of verses that identify how God would have us grow.

All the Promises of God Are Yes in Christ

Are you living in the fullest enjoyment of God's YES to you in Christ Jesus? Have you said yes to all of God's YES to you?

Lydia

They called it Turkey Red along The Lycus River bed. And strong Men pushed their poles against the mud To guide their boats and gather blood Red cloth from Thyatira for The fortune ships along the shore At Smyrna to…

The Word Became Flesh

Christmas Eve

God came to live in a tent so we can watch him more closely. God wants to be seen and known in his Son.

All the Promises of God Are Yes in Christ

Prayer Week 1990

Don’t let turning points pass with no special devotion to the Lord. Set apart some time for special fasting and prayer.

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