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God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him.
“Most of your unhappiness in life is due to the fact that you are listening to yourself instead of talking to yourself.” — Martyn Lloyd-JonesToday on Solid Joys, John Piper explores how preaching to ourselves about God can be the cure for depression. desiringgod.org/articles/preac…
“He who did not spare his own Son but gave him up for us all, how will he not also with him graciously give us all things?” —Romans 8:32
Can exercise be holy? What if we treated working out as an act of consecration? David Mathis explores these questions in his new book on exercise.
In our sedentary age, many feel either sluggish or trapped in a self-focused fitness culture. This book encourages readers to healthily steward their bodies for the service of the soul, the praise of God, and the good of others. Crossway.org/alittletheolog…
Moses chose to stand with God’s people, rejecting the fleeting pleasures of sin. Why? Because he was looking to an eternal reward. Today on Solid Joys, John Piper explains that faith isn’t just about rejecting sin; it’s a pursuit of joy. desiringgod.org/articles/how-t…
What really happened when you believed? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 6:41–51 to show that coming to Christ was God’s work. His grace drew you, held you, and gave you life. desiringgod.org/light-and-trut…
“Have you considered looking to the Old Testament prophets to understand better God’s heart and purpose for missions?” In a new feature article, Jason DeRouchie unpacks a minor prophet’s massive hope for the church’s worldwide task. desiringgod.org/articles/jesus…
“Oh come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation!” —Psalm 95:1
“The mind is to be engaged in the service of the heart’s love for God. The mind throws the kindling of beautiful truth on the fire of love in the heart. Use your mind.” —John Piper desiringgod.org/labs/is-thinki…
What turns resistance into restful faith? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 6:41–51 to reveal how God overcomes the bondage of the human will and brings sinners to Christ. desiringgod.org/light-and-trut…
Should Christians work out? @davidcmathis explores what Scripture says about fitness in his new book, ‘A Little Theology of Exercise.’ Now 38% off at Westminster Bookstore: dsr.gd/44WFmqV
“Our call is to make physical exertion a means, among others, to spiritual health and joy. Regular bodily movement and exertion puts us in a better position to clearly see and deeply savor God in Christ and then do others good to show them Christ.” —David Mathis…
“There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” —Romans 8:1
We often feel weak, unable to cope, our spirits sunken. But do we yield to this despair? Today on Solid Joys, John Piper reminds us of Psalm 73:26 — God is the strength of our hearts, and our portion forever. desiringgod.org/articles/model…
“People may love loving God more than they love God. They enjoy singing happily about God with other people on Sunday morning and may not be connected to God at all in a real love relationship. Don’t exalt the act of worship over the person worshiped.” —John Piper…
Why do some come to Jesus while others walk away? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens John 6:41–51 to reveal the “yes” of faith as the fruit of sovereign grace. desiringgod.org/light-and-trut…
“Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God. They collapse and fall, but we rise and stand upright.” —Psalm 20:7–8
Feeling overwhelmed or embattled? What if you could find divine strength for daily dilemmas? Today on Solid Joys, John Piper illuminates how the psalmists sought future grace in prayer. desiringgod.org/articles/grace…
“Insecure people, proud people, self-reliant people cannot stomach reproofs. But you know you fall short of God’s perfect will, and you can fully admit it because you trust in the perfection of Jesus on your behalf.” —Greg Morse desiringgod.org/articles/the-s…
“The wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” —Romans 6:23
“Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may find grace for a well-timed help.” Today on Solid Joys, John Piper explores the meaning of Hebrews 4:16 to help us take comfort in God’s immaculate timing. desiringgod.org/articles/his-t…