Nancy Nelson

God’s word speaks to the mysteries of suffering. We will only bear pain well as we begin to see it like he does.

The Final Hours of Suffering: Funeral Message for Nancy Nelson (1952–2023)

David Mathis | Why do Christians sing about blood? Because of what happened at the cross, the otherwise morbid topic becomes one of glory, thanks, and praise.

Why We Sing About the Blood

What excites a Christian most? Our deepest, truest joy does not flow from completed degrees or flourishing ministries, but from the God who saved us.

More Thrilling to Be Saved Than to Succeed

Christ’s blood bought more than our pardon, precious as it is. His death also purchased the power we need to live a radical Christian life.

Happy Pastors Make Healthy Churches

What makes a college distinctly Christian? Education is not an end in itself, but a means to knowing and loving Christ.

Why Bethlehem Has a College: Biblical Foundations for Church-Based Education

David Mathis | Neither biographers nor Broadway can ignore Alexander Hamilton’s late-flowering Christian faith. He, like the prodigal son, finally came home after his journey into the far country.

Hamilton: An American Prodigal

John Piper | As we age, fears can multiply like wrinkles. But for every concern, we have a blood-bought promise far, far older than our fears.

Not Dead Yet: Fighting Nine Fears of Old Age

David Mathis | Genuine faith welcomes, enjoys, fears, strives after, and rests in God. And in doing so, genuine faith perseveres.

Press Afresh into Jesus: Four Truths About Genuine Faith

While on earth, Jesus spoke with unmatched power. Demons obeyed him, and fevers fled at his word. Everything was subject to him — then and now.

The Demons, the Fever, and the Word of the King

David Mathis | For pastors to be “well thought of by outsiders” certainly isn’t everything, but it made God’s list of requirements. Is it still on ours?

Do Outsiders Still Matter? An Overlooked Qualification for Pastors

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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.

How Does Humility Lead in Conflict? A Charge to Christian Leaders

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.

Live for Your Greatest Desire: Jesus

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.

Joy Makes All Things New

John Piper

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.

‘How God Made Me Happy in Him’: John Piper’s Journey to Joy

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.

Even When It Hurts: How Christ Reveals Himself in Pain

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.

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.<br>      <br>      Piper preached this message on January 4, 2019, at the CROSS Conference in Louisville, where thousands gathered to discern their call to the nations.

Make Your Life Count: The Greatest Missions Letter Ever Written

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.

The Secret of Christ-Magnifying Contentment as the Path to Costly Love

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.

Seven Reasons We Must Pursue Supreme Satisfaction in God

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

An Impossible Covenant — And How It Becomes a Permanent Joy

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.

What Kind of Heart Does Christ Deserve? The Call of Christian Hedonism

What would John Piper say to those with most of their adult life ahead of them? Here are six rules he would live by.

If I Could Start All Over: Six Lessons for Your Twenties

Wisdom from God is more valuable than gold. It may look foolish to a watching world, but the lasting path of happiness comes only in the guidance God gives.

How to Get Wisdom: Become a Fool

John Piper | 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.

The Golden Stitches of Sovereignty: What Holds Our Gospel Together

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.

New God, New Gospel, New Gladness: How Is Christian Joy Distinct?

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.

Is It Right to Seek More Joy Than We Have Through Justification?

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

God Rules the Heart of Every Man: Elijah’s Battle with the Prophets of Baal

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

You Are Anointed: How the Truth Becomes Precious

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.

The Glory of God and Why We Sing

Christian Hedonists

If you find Jesus boring or unsatisfying, you haven’t really discovered yet who he is.

From Darkness to Delight: A Fresh Call for Christian Hedonists

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.

Who Will Give My Head Waters? Seven Reasons to Pray for Holy Tears

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