Your Emotions Matter to God: Learning from the Bible’s Songbook

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[@Newcreature1957]

This sermon cuts my heart into. I thank GOD for preachers who teach truth.

[@cindystratton940]

"We fight for joy...." As one who has lived a lifetime with clinical depression, Jesus is my Joy of joys and makes life worth living; even when buried in the darkness of this awful disease. Thank You Jesus for Your love and joy and the presence of Holy Spirit.

[@wyatt5167]

@@reubencrisp5289 there are plenty of biblical heroes who struggled with depression and sadness despite living for God

[@SquadJuiced]

I'm with you Cindy. I'm so glad to read your comment.

[@rebekahjoy7921]

What cured my depression was being of service to others. A servants heart. Gets you out of yourself ❤

[@DelilahZoe]

Love this line: "If we find more delight, MORE gladness, MORE joy in other people, or other things besides GOD, we will perish."

[@darkpurple3283]

This is so true. Amen

[@hugoperez3880]

Love it too

[@Struzzylive]

Yea but louder my depression gets the louder my praise gets!

[@Ej-gt6is]

DelilahZoe but is that In the Bible?

[@kylejohnson6279]

@@Ej-gt6is That line was bugging me too. Ultimately, trusting in the gospel is what matters for God to see us and allow us to to dwell with Him in heaven, but I see the point Piper is trying to make; Putting more hope/joy/gladness in things other than God is a recipe for disaster. Nothing else matters to our eternal selves more than what Jesus did for us on the cross, so putting joy/hope into other things more than that reality is futile.

[@How.To.Get.Saved.]

I cannot get enough of John Piper's sermons. They are all amazing. He is truly a godly man. I'm so grateful the Lord works through him.

[@claraglatthaar998]

I feel the same way. I listen to some of his sermons over and over. The Holy Spirit has helped me mightily through John Piper's sermons. I learn so much more from his expository teaching style. I think he is the greatest theologian of our time.

[@faithlee5035]

Amen. Amen. Amen. Hallelujah. So grateful to You Lord for giving us Pastor John Piper who faithfully and fervently preaches about You with great passion and deep conviction until today! He is 77 and still going strong . Praise You Lord Jesus. Lord, will You keep Your bold and faithful servant , Pastor John Piper, day and night, night and day, strong and sound, well and whole, so that He can keep teaching and preaching the truth about You and Your words to Your true sheep. Soli Deo Gloria.

[@claraglatthaar998]

Amen! That is my prayer as well.

[@tabicat1933]

I love how passionate John Piper is about sharing God's good news! God bless!

[@kimberlymartin2314]

Oh yes, God bless John Piper in Jesus Christ name, Amen.

[@user-kb3iw7ql7o]

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[@TheTurtleVillage]

I've been a Christian for 2 and a half years now and listened to a lot of sermons, and this is one of the best I have ever heard. The message being communicated here is so beyond needed in today's Christian world and I needed it myself. God bless John Piper for the thought, diligence, and passion that went into this message and to God be the glory for it!

[@kathrynnicolestandfield274]

TheTurtleVillage, amen!!!

[@loriadams1588]

TheTurtleVillage many times I have felt that way after Pastor John’s messages. I am glad he touches your heart as well.

[@chickensniper39]

@@loriadams1588 Q

[@lchampag]

Amen

[@joelsamuel8111]

No matter how many times , I watch this sermon, it still hits me at my heart and brings me tears. “Take it I get jesus”

[@christipaz8081]

Thank you pastor John Piper for your joyful testimony and devotion! PSALM 150:1-2 Praise The LORD! Praise The GOD in His Sanctuary; Praise Him in His Mighty Heavens. AMEN

[@yhalee345]

Thank you Holy Spirit for leading me hear this beautiful, comforting, hopeful sermon. I agree with all my brothers and sisters' sincere agreement in spirit and soul that is our Treasure above everything. Help us all to love passionately as John Piper, so we can be one with him to be sorrowful , yet rejoicing....

[@jam171980]

Many will disagree but Give it all to God... my feelings and emotions are not for me but for the Lord God.. because we are commanded too. He is your provider, protector and comforter. Sadly many won’t understand this. Delight in your Lord God.

[@Tyasiaaaa]

Amen

[@Jay-pc2fp]

how? please help

[@PTmarcus]

THE SINGLE MOST IMPACTFUL SERMON I HAVE EVER HEARD IN MY 40 YEARS AS A BELIEVER.

[@claraglatthaar998]

I felt exactly the same way when I listened to John Piper for the first time. Since then, listening to Piper's sermons are a big part of my daily devotions. I listen to some of his messages over and over. There are tens of thousands resources on his website. Desiring God

[@jamaalwhite648]

Saints let’s keep Pastor John Piper in our prayers. This anointed message is a blessing to the body of Christ and I know when you’re pouring out you need to be refilled. God bless and keep him.🙏🏼

[@morainemeireles]

How can someone "dislike" this preaching? Bless the Lord our God!!

[@mattlove9066]

@@reubencrisp5289 yes, it's so emotional and poetic, one of those feel good messages that caters to fake emotions, nothing more

[@Fleefun100]

Really have come to appreciate John Piper more than back when I was young

[@cantanas]

Amen to this! Oh how God gives us joy and hope amidst pain and trial. Take heart! We have a gracious God.

[@JH-qy8no]

God IS our joy amidst pain and trial!

[@angelahernandez523]

Help us delight in you GOD more than anything in this world. I have worldly desires that always lead me to deceitfulness, guilt and shame. We deeply needed a Savior. We are sinners. God bless John Piper.

[@54mavric14]

Johns passion and obedience to our Lord is greatly infectious and deeply encouraging...

[@boonang4097]

To everyone who have just heard this sermon please conclude by reading Issiah 40. "To God be the Glory". Thank you John P.

[@tumoangu9959]

Iam really sorry Jesus for not delighting in Him.If i don't delight I perish.Today I want to come back to Him wholeheartedly.thanx for this sermon.

[@lukasluken7190]

Yup the unconditional gift of salvation has conditions

[@quacckkc]

@@lukasluken7190the unconditional gift has evidence.

[@mercyc254]

"Joy is embattled. We will fight for joy till the day we die"

[@jessicagp]

Life is a battle against delighting in anything more than we delight in God

[@andilee2177]

Pastor John, 'Desiring God', thank you. God bless y'all! Please God, let me remain in the now: living, learning, & loving, in Your Sight! Let me not stumble or grow cold in Your Eyes! Yesterday forgotten; Forgiven. A new day to Rejoice in His Love! Amen!

[@user-re3zu1yj3z]

הרי נכתב לא הלחם יחוה האדם

[@dorisnadurata9971]

Pastor John Piper messages have been ministering to me and my husband as we are experiencing pain in life. Despite the pain in life, we including our children are delightfully helding our family church service as we are praying for others to also find Jesus in their lives. Please pray with us.

[@Mvillano13]

God bless you sister

[@nbextremebotting]

Praise God through the pain with all your might. The Holy Spirit is a comforter and a joy bringer. Let Him bring Light through every situation.

[@mariandelatina8111]

Praying for you and your family in the name of Jesus Christ may you find comfort and redemption in Him. May your lives be living testimonies of God's amazing love and healing!

[@agustintanangonanjr.1791]

The thought of delighting in God has been very beautifully and passionately preached!

[@yvonnegoh2715]

Glory to God in the highest. Thank you Pastor John for allowing God to use you for his divine work.

[@luisalberto7559]

Anchored Alliance why do you say that?

[@kevinbarton1661]

John !! Read john 1:12 . Sing rock of ages ! Close in prayer . Go do acts 1:8 . Do Romans 1:16 .

[@kevinbarton1661]

Peddler.! Buy my book !! Buy my “desiring God “ book .! He wants you to buy his Book .! God did not realize how good HE is till Piper Writes his book on how to desire God !!?? Lol .

[@nadacolic7775]

@@reubencrisp5289 what about this speaks he's not a man of God?

[@debifambro1039]

I'm so glad I found Dr Piper and Desiring God channel. Amazing preaching!

[@claraglatthaar998]

🎯

[@frandes2k]

16:33 - this man... this man really loves God. He doesn’t even care about the applause, he just wants to talk about Jesus

[@frandes2k]

19:07 aswell.... fantastic

[@Tmacademia]

I noticed that as well as I was watching. Praise God for giving us a John Piper to minister to us!!

[@user-re3zu1yj3z]

הרי נכתב, לא על הלחם יחיה האדם

[@carolinestrotman8103]

Amen. If I don't delight in God, I perish.

[@lighteninggazelle816]

What's wrong with Piper's theology? (Honest question I'm new)

[@CJ-wf8ve]

@Anchored Alliance Evangelism I think its rather silly that you come to this channel only to put fourth negativity, you dont even back up your claims or statements you simply say rude comments. Mister "Evangelism" may you seek peace through God instead of putting out hate. Dont contradict yourself.

[@DelilahZoe]

God is our supremely, all satisfying treasure! Life is a constant battle to fight the forces (advertising, job, family, movies, society, etc.) that try to make things other than GOD seem precious, more valuable, more worthy of our attention. We fight, and we fight-- Whom have I in Heaven besides you? My flesh and my heart my fail, but I have You. We do not turn to empty cisterns, we wait, and trust on GOD to deliver.

[@christinagarcia6344]

BEAUTIFUL!

[@nataliamiranda7475]

That's me! Unceasing anguish, but I love and desire nothing else but Christ. Therefore I mus rejoice and put my faith in Him.

[@jeeolsen9993]

Amen. My joy only need to be in him. Which is really hard for me...

[@shelbimarie4816]

God’s work through you has epically changed the way I approach my relationship with Him. I thank Him now for giving you revelation and the willingness to expound upon His glory. I love watching your sermons and I enjoy participating in your labs. On a side note, Pastor Piper, I pray you start feeling better and for full restoration and recovery in Jesus mighty name!

[@abashedsanctimony154]

Just a reminder that marcus rogers is a false prophet

[@claraglatthaar998]

I love what you have said.

[@jslumor]

"And if its slow in coming, we wait..and we trust"

[@pastorjohnpiper6402]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation GABRIEL MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you...........

[@thevoiceoftruth1052]

I love the passion of John piper, so blessed by this preaching

[@mattlove9066]

Passion? Men aren't supposed to be passionate, it is an emotion, this man or so called sounds like a woman, overly emotional and passion is an emotion that comes and goes it is not real, emotions are lies we are supposed to live by Logic and the spirit of God not by emotions this message is such crap I can't believe so many people are falling for it oh, God bless all of you and please come to the truth

[@mbgrafix]

A branch on a tree was given self will, and it decided that it did not want to be a part of the tree anymore, so it cut itself off to seek life elsewhere...not realizing that the moment that it cut itself from the trunk of the tree, it had cut itself off from the source of life...and seeking a life apart and alone, it died.

[@heyy9340]

Mike Bennett where did you get that from?

[@mbgrafix]

@@heyy9340 Do you mean about the tree? I didn't get it from anywhere...I was inspired to write it as I listened to John's sermon...I was reminded of Jesus saying that He is the vine and we are the branches. 😊

[@eddiesblacksmithingkjv9185]

Beautiful Mike Amen

[@theoneandonlyK01]

Wow love this! Do you mind if I put it on my page?

[@heyy9340]

Mike Bennett that sound so sad but true because Jesus said it himself:) not exactly but you know what i mean. Stay strong

[@phellippesilva5598]

Rare passion on God's love

[@shamumalenga8026]

Glory goes back to our Savior's Jesus Christ.

[@kaylasetfree4829]

Love Pastor John! Thank you love for coming down for us ❤️🙏❤️

[@jayrjusto]

John 3:16, for God so loved the world He gave His one and only son that whoever BELIEVES in Him, will NOT PERISH. Not believing in Him is what will lead me to perish. Understanding that God so loved us that He gave Jesus... is what leads me to delight in Jesus.

[@jycsonata1247]

Thank you Lord God for Using Pastor John to ministered your Word .

[@user-re3zu1yj3z]

הרי נכתב לא הלחם יחיה האדם

[@Okieshowedem]

May Father YAHweh bless your understanding!

[@maritessviscayno4117]

This sermon has a great impact in my life especially how I approach God in my quiet time. O how I want to see and taste that the Lord is good!

[@pastorjohnpiper6402]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God minister to me a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding on to them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay be in your life, with an evil mirror, and a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford to these motherless foundation GABRIEL MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in kebbi state nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact where ever you are, you will receive double portion of grace to excel and total restoration of breakthrough in your life and in the life of your family. Deliver them to the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit saith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you.........

[@nataliamiranda7475]

This sermon was for me. Thank you Jesus.❤

[@Rubberglass]

Lord please fill our cups for your glory!

[@sharonboehm5296]

thank pastor john for your faithul and powerful message.

[@jackson6536]

I’ve seen a lot oh John Piper’s sermons, and this is now one of my favorites

[@pam6610]

Thank you so much for this sermon. It was wonderful!! God bless you Pastor John Piper, faithful servant of the Lord.

[@TheTurtleVillage]

@Anchored Alliance Compromiser or not, he's not a "this dude," he's a dearly loved son of the living God and fellow believer. If you can't see the Holy Spirit in this man after a sermon like this because of something he did, then you should wonder if you would be able to see the Holy Spirit in David after his terrible sins. I recommend you read 2 Corinthians 5:16-17, and the Epistles of John. But the point is that God looks on and judges the heart and so should we.

[@TheTurtleVillage]

In other words, you're condemning Piper for something he did rather than his heart condition, which seems to be renewed toward God. But only God knows and judges the heart, that's why Jesus commanded us not to judge people since we're judged on the basis of our genuine faith in his righteousness, not ours.

[@pam6610]

@Anchored Alliance Thank you, but I've learned a lot about God through John Piper's sermons, as well as from other pastors. I don't know why you are judging him and really, I don't care. You can have your own opinion, but as for me, I think God will lead mine based on His truth. Bless you.

[@kevinbarton1661]

He is a John Calvin - Calvinist . That is an underlying problem . A real problem . A heresy problem. Preach - teach - live - Without Calvinism to control you -or your thoughts . You will be just fine without Calvinism.

[@sharonhildebrand]

Amen God is everlasting forever love God with all your heart, mind and soul ❤️all glory to him

[@kevinbarton1661]

God made up his mind That he is Good . And we Better make up our mind he is good too . Then share that with everyone . Acts 1:8 .

[@elijahknapp727]

Jesus is our treasure, everything else is war!

[@mariancoopey1329]

After listening to dozens of Mr Pipers sermons, and marvelling at them I didn't think they could get any better as they were already so incredibly anointed! I was wrong! This amazing sermon is even better and has really blessed me

[@claraglatthaar998]

🎯

[@sibiantony2998]

Thanks to Desiring God and Pastor John

[@paintrain19]

Thank you Pastor, I have always looked up to you and your walk with our Lord. You have been a faithful servant. I wish I could say the same, up and downs because of sin. I strive and will continue for the Crown.

[@loriadams1588]

His Grace we all need God, none of us is perfect. We all fall short of His glory. God Bless you, He loves you just as you are.

[@user-re3zu1yj3z]

הרי נכתב לא הלחם יחיה האדם

[@mickeykelia]

Wow may we Delight in God

[@lamonthicks2013]

Teach me how too love like that Lord

[@anttoniio]

so good! i believe we are living in times where being a Christian is more than a title, it requires an actual KNOWING of Jesus. a desire and a relationship with Him. Seek first His Kingdom, and the rest will follow because all He desires is Intimacy with us. so good.

[@bradleydaniels9639]

Wow ,blew my socks off, love it

[@bradleydaniels9639]

@MysteriousMustacheMan Praise God every day

[@barbrakulani6256]

Mercy to those are affected by my actions, 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@tuhuor2426]

May God continue blessings John Piper!!!

[@sibiantony2998]

Thanks to desiring God and Pastor John

[@sylviamacasil4646]

Amen Amen hallelujah thank You LORD JESUS ❤️

[@JKnSK]

😭thank you for this word

[@tigerex777]

Thank you God for this wonderful message

[@andresdiaz7112]

Praise HaShem, forever and ever. The creator of heaven and earth.

[@dsolo4411]

Thank you Lord Jesus!

[@austingainesburrow678]

00:00 - 00:02: I really appreciate this start to a sermon, Mr. Piper ❤️ Thank you! 😊👍 - A. B.

[@DCFNETWORKS]

Thank you God bless you

[@grid1013]

Incredible message pastor John! I thank God for you!

[@WilliamBranhamsermons]

God bless you pastor

[@trey.king3]

this is good presentation: 15 chapters to read 3 minutes after the opening prayer This is how you can tell the Holy Spirt is locked into John Just like It can be locked into any man that takes God seriously for who He Is

[@enyky22]

Pastor Jhon thanks for this special time listen the gospel God bless always

[@dsolo4411]

Help Lord Jesus

[@barbrakulani6256]

Lord I repent from emotional hurt, fear and rejection

[@robertoarauz9152]

So blessed with this message 🥺🙏🏼❤️ Thank you Pastor John

[@danielhoopert7006]

This is so helpful.

[@albertogomes5044]

Great sermon, God bless John Piper

[@kimberlymartin2314]

Very interesting biblical sermon. 🕊️

[@jessief5017]

Incredible sermon

[@13forty4ministry4]

Thank you for this! Our ministry is blessed by your ministry!

[@user-re3zu1yj3z]

הרי נכתב לא על הלחם יחוה האדם

[@annies6037]

Joy! Amen

[@Isaiah49.16]

Psalm 73 💕

[@ondreatorrence4322]

Amen ! This sermon was such a terrible warning and promise . God help me to wait for you and trust that YOU satisfy the longing soul , you delight to. I can trust you.

[@QKVCS]

WOW TREMENDOUS!!! AWESOME

[@brittniandron8753]

I will wait for you by Shane and Shane goes perfect with this message 🥺❤️

[@LaughingDisciple]

Even though my emotions may not matter to those who claim to be my friends at least I know that I have a father a friend a brother in heaven who cares about me immensely

[@haydenthomas_LoveYWH]

Amen and Amen

[@ftcw9292]

Such an empowering and encouraging preach on the word of God! Praise God for you John, may you and your family be blessed richly and protected by our Almighty God. May you be given strength and endurance for the rest of your race brother. Blessing this ministry in Jesus Christ! Amen!

[@seashells2822]

So good!!!!

[@heartsforchrist1611]

He’s too slow for me to listen to but I do appreciate his faithfulness and preaching the right things it’s a blessing !

[@ccmm7093]

you should speed up the vid. you can do that on youtube

[@In_time]

Maybe you just listen too fast 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@daninglesonline1526]

Uau, this is another level! Thank you God for John Piper's life.

[@chiko-hastingsmwandila4456]

😧😧😧 so touching, thanks be to God.

[@Rwoarr]

Amen Praise God I am thankful for this message, I need to be doing a lot of this more!

[@lamonthicks2013]

So much passion i would love to learn how to be like that.

[@mbgrafix]

"😠DON'T TELL ME ABOUT THIS...PROSPERITY...EXPLETIVE!"

[@terrimobley6067]

♡♡

[@mbgrafix]

@@terrimobley6067 Only John Piper could get away with saying this...and make it funny! 😁

[@justinnewquist6111]

What are you talking about Mike Bennett?

[@mbgrafix]

@@justinnewquist6111 Did you listen to the ENTIRE MESSAGE? If so, you'll find the answer to your question there.

[@justinnewquist6111]

If you say he preaches the prosperity gospel then you’re wrong. Also answering a question with a question is a logical fallacy.

[@sammanun8204]

Oh, I'm blessed

[@zoenittatoler6234]

pray for my emotions my emotions has been playing on lot and take me for granted in my emotions i have a emotional that it has not been fill in my life

[@lecarlosljrobinsonjr4933]

Amen

[@kennethmesih1458]

This guy is soo cool!

[@angie4justice]

If only we could all be as self righteous as John Piper

[@DLewis-pn8yo]

classic response of someone who is blind to love.

[@nadacolic7775]

What do you mean? How is John P. self righteous?

[@kevinbarton1661]

Live by john gospel chapter 15 . Galatians 6:9 1 john 1:9 promises restoration 1 john 4:7&8 for loving Enthusiasm .