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Classic sermons from John Piper
Curated and hosted by Dan Cruver.New episode each weekday.

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EPISODE 85823:00

Cleansed and Raised

Why do we need more than forgiveness? John Piper opens John 3:1–10 to show that the forgiven must also be made new by the Spirit.

EPISODE 85721:21

The Life Only Jesus Gives

What makes the new birth possible? John Piper shows from John 3:1–10 how the Spirit gives new life by uniting us to Jesus, who is life.

EPISODE 85625:10

The Dead Live

Can religion give life to the dead? John Piper opens John 3:1–10 to show why new birth, not religion, gives spiritual life.

EPISODE 85520:11

Born Again by the Word

What awakens faith in a dead soul? John Piper opens John 3:1–18 to show that God creates life through the word of the gospel.

EPISODE 85422:41

The New Birth Changes Everything

Is being born again just a religious title? John Piper opens John 3:1–18 to show that the new birth is a miracle of God, not a label we claim.

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Remember His Death, Await His Return

What awaits those who long for Christ’s appearing? John Piper opens 2 Thessalonians 1:3–10 to show that when the King returns, he will give us rest and kindle our amazement.

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Faith Sets Love Free

How does trusting God change the way we love others? John Piper shows from Romans 8:3–4 how the Spirit produces love through faith.

EPISODE 85122:27

Justified by Faith, Changed by the Spirit

How do Christians practice righteousness without falling into legalism? John Piper shows from Romans 8:1–2 how sanctification flows from faith through the Spirit’s power.

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The Cross Vindicates God

How can God forgive the guilty and still be just? John Piper opens Romans 3:20–4:5 to show how Christ’s death vindicates God’s righteousness.

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The Day Every Life Will Be Weighed

What will God weigh on judgment day? John Piper opens Romans 1:28–2:11 to show that our deeds reveal whether we belong to Christ.

EPISODE 84824:21

The Hidden Root of Every Sin

Why is unbelief the root of every sin? John Piper opens Romans 14:23 to show that sin emerges from failing to trust God’s care for us.

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