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

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[@stumbling]

This video was the final nail. I am now Christian.

[@bishopkiblycement7864]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (GOD'STIME 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 wherever 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. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent an you. For it is not by might n or 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..

[@martinkent333]

As long as Christians never type Moses online and learn there is zero proof, they WILL get eternal life and protection from invisible enemies! How educated are you?

[@jorgeicruz-tirado594]

Praying you're still going strong after 3 years! God bless you

[@bellasam795]

Praise God!

[@martinkent333]

@@bellasam795 200,000 raped altar boys glorify God!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The blood soaked Christian captal city of Belfast glorifies God!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The tender love of Belfast Christian neighbours is brutal and deadly, Dude. Which glorifies God. Let's chat!

[@manofthesword7170]

I’m going through a divorce right now after 15 years , all my friends keep saying “man you need to get out “ referring to me going to the clubs and bars and meeting people . Sitting home in my days off I think maybe I do , seems like every ones life is moving forward and I’m just sitting still . But in the back of my mind i think man that lifestyle caused you to be in the situation your in now . Looking for something out there in places you don’t belong anymore trying to fill a void in your heart . My Lil boy asked me about the devil lying and I was telling him that he was telling me a lie right now that I’m missing out on life . That imma be lonely and miss out on the fun of life if I don’t go out drinking and having fun . But what will that do ? I’ll leave y’all behind to go party . It’s selfish and leads to destruction in the end . I clicked on this video on accident and it’s a joy to listen to it . To know that I know I’m not looking for temporary “happiness” it’s a lie . I know in my soul I don’t need that . I need God .

[@manofthesword7170]

@David Alexis sometimes I have a bitterness towards churches . And it’s not God it’s the people . All the churches I went to leave me out like an outcast . I’m like a chair rather than a person . People tell me “go to there church “ and when I go I’m just there . I hear the message and pray and leave . No fellowship . A lot of time they look at my old tattoos and it feels like they ignore me . I just spend a lot of time with God now . Praying reading fasting .

[@vuesnat]

​@@manofthesword7170 Really sad to hear that churches treated you like that. I don't know you but ill take a moment to pray for you right now. One of my best friends is also going through a divorce right now. May God give you the strength to look forward. One of my teachers at Seminary would always say, we constantly fall on our way to heaven. Satan wants us to stay down....But with Jesus we can get up again. - Greetings from Russia

[@manofthesword7170]

@@vuesnat amen and thank you

[@jafuni9349]

@@manofthesword7170 I am truly sorry to read how some of our brothers and sisters have failed you. Makes me wonder how many times I might have made someone feel lonely or excluded? Scary, saddening thought...Please find forgiveness in your heart, for yourself and for the wrongs of others. Don’t isolate, that is the work of the evil one. Where two or three gather in His name, Jesus will be right there among them. There is a blessing in fellowship. My prayer for you: that you find your people who will uplift and sustain you, and spur you onward to good deeds. Too many men feel alone in our society today. We are not supposed to be lone wolves.

[@bradhouston4734]

Dude. Sorry to hear that. The divorce, the loneliness and the lack of fellowship. I agree with the other writer that you NEED to develop some Christian friendships. I have experienced that exclusion feeling a few times at one of the big churches that I went to for awhile. Whilst I think that someone should make the effort to try to include you, have you tried sparking up the conversation with people yourself. For the most part I don’t think that Christian’s want to exclude people but equally they might just have thought that you were waiting to meet some other people and just gone back to chatting with their friends. Good luck man. No accident that you came here. Listen to Piper loads!! He is great

[@GhostMonkey772]

I started drinking when I was 16. I would drink at parties, but I also started drinking alone because I was unhappy, and I was in a lot of emotional pain all the time. My mom was very aggressive when I was younger, and my brother hated her and so did I. He started hanging out with shady people, he started failing all his classes, he was never home, and my parents fought all the time. I also ran away several times. I was always trying to figure out a reason as to why I was here or what the purpose of life was. So, I started looking at different philosophies, religions, and beliefs. When I was 18 after I was hungover, I got on my knees and I prayed for the first time. I asked if God was real that he would show me he was real because I couldn’t take it anymore. I was crying when I prayed for this. At that moment I felt a presence come over me like a wind. It was barely noticeable, but it was unlike anything in my life I had experienced up until that point. I was surprised when I felt it and I remember saying “what was that?” after that experience I pretty much forgot what happened and kept partying, until my senior year when I got arrested. After my arrest, my parents lost all their trust in me and I was expelled from high school. I was told never to come back. At that time, I felt afraid and hopeless. That’s when I started looking for God, and I prayed that he would reveal himself in my life and that he would give me signs. My prayers began getting answered so consistently that I couldn’t deny that God was doing something. It was mysterious and compelling. I ended up in Church and started reading the bible hours a day. I stopped hanging out with all my other friends because they were continually getting arrested. I was able to forgive my family and myself and to ask to be forgiven. I noticed how at Church people were judgmental and how they formed cliques but were afraid to be around anyone else different from them. It increased my faith because I realized Jesus was not like that and ever since I was young, I saw people as people regardless of who they were. After a while, it’s like I could see God's presence was in my life and then it felt like he wasn’t, and then he was, and then he wasn’t. One day I woke up and felt more depressed than I ever have in my entire life. I felt like I was dying on the inside. That night I prayed, and I said, God, I don’t see my life five years from now I'm going to die Jesus save me Lord, please save me. I was weeping when I said it and when I asked him to save me, I felt a presence inside of me like a heartbeat, and I felt it once like a pulse, and I said Lord please save me and I felt it again even stronger. It was like radiance. When I woke up the next morning, I had transformed everything felt brand new like I was a kid again. All my fears and all my racing thoughts everything was gone. I looked at my hands, and I said this can’t be real it’s impossible. When I looked at myself in the mirror, I saw a different person. I started praying, and the holy spirit became entirely real to me it was washing over me and inside of me. It was total love and peace, and I heard a voice but not an audible one, it was an inner voice. It said I am with you; I love you, I will never leave you, it’s done it’s finished. That was May 3rd, 2009, and ever since then I’ve followed God, I have seen many things change and many things I know wouldn’t have changed without faith and belief. I know what it’s like to be lost to feel you have no hope. Don’t ever think you’re stuck, or life can’t change because it can. My mom is a Christian now, Its night and day. Some of the things that went away during that period were severe anxiety and my addiction to alcohol. I’ve seen and experienced so many things that are miraculous and seen how God has worked in my life. When we ask God to forgive us for what we’ve done and turn away from our sins and wrongdoings and we believe in Christ's sacrifice everything changes. His word says if we confess with our mouths that Jesus is Lord and believe in our hearts that he died and rose again we will have eternal life but not just life after death but abundant life in the present. Our sins are erased not only past, present, and future but our burdens and fears are lifted also. Our thoughts, our minds, our hearts, our souls are transformed and united with God and we know his spirit lives in us. If you seek, pray, and knock you will know JESUS IS KING!!! HE LIVES!

[@blessingflomofamily]

Amen what a powerful testimony 🙌

[@debrapicard4688]

Wow, sounds like exactly what happened to me.. I thought for years that I was saved by HIS POWER BUT 🤔 hmm 🧐 I kept wondering why I wasn't hungry for scriptures, messages from great GOD GIVEN PASTORS.. wasn't crazy about going to church and I thought something isn't right 🤔💭 what is NOT HAPPENING.. this was in the early 80's.. I didn't know why I wasn't like my husband etc.. fly too 2011😖 I had been dealing with my first born daughter that begged not to DIVORCE HER HUSBAND.. My husband and I begged because we could see a MACK TRUCK was going to RUN HER DOWN AND WE WERE A THOUSAND PERCENT RIGHT.. she became an alcoholic, taking pills and lost custody of her two daughters 😖we had kept warning her that she would be the one who ruined a beautiful family..her and her husband had some problems BUT nothing that couldn't be worked through..I supported my son in-law, calling his parents in New Jersey telling them that I was concerned about they're son and they didn't know what was going on. Long years short.. she lost custody of her girls, she was ordered by the court that the girls couldn't be there if her boyfriend was there and of course she did exactly what she wanted. Lost all custody and could only see her girls supervised! Eleven long drunk years later she and her teenagers text but doesn't meet in person and she's been sober for 2 years completely different person..in the middle of all the lawyers court dates tears from my daughter who she tried 21 times overdosing at one point we were told that the doctor didn't know if she'd ever wake up again after taking 180 pills with vodka! She was on a breathing machine for days.. finally she started waking up..in the middle of all this craziness and after my son in-law told the court that I wasn't fit to supervise so I wouldn't get a chance to see my grandchildren..I remember exactly where I was like it just happened..it w6a bright sunny day... I was feeding my hens.. I'm a huge animal advocate and I educated myself on how meat is getting to us from factory farms, I watched undercover videos and couldn't get the images out of my head..I haven't eaten meat or cooked it for my husband for over 20 years... these hens had been left to die when a neighbor moved and just left them! Those were the only eggs I would eat because I knew how well I treated them...I was cleaning the pen out, got a call from my daughter's lawyer and I just looked at the clear blue sky and said GOD‼️I CAN'T DO THIS WITHOUT YOU 💗...I felt like you felt something dramatically changed 😁 I couldn't hear enough pastor's I couldn't get enough scriptures.. fast forward now..my husband and I are both HIS WITH ALL OUR HEARTS 💕 I have been married almost 50 years, we were married right after high school..we took covid time to draw closer to HIM, and HE DREW CLOSER TO US😊We read through HIS entire word.. that took from March to September and my soul is filled with HIS UNBELIEVABLE KNOWLEDGE...I don't like the world 🌍 I stay away from the world as much as I can... our lives have changed unbelievably! We CHERISH OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD.. just like Piper always talks about 💕💕😊 I love talking to people about GOD, I now live on 30 acres and I RESCUE unwanted goats🐐 GOD literally performed a miracle because of my complete love of all animals..I had 21 goats but now have 12, I don't believe in breeding ANIMALS...my goats are retired milking goats.. and because of the over breading I see so many male goats up for slaughter 🙉🤯🤢 my goats are here just to be free, they have almost 10 fenced in acres.. never breed, and we spend a lot of time with them. Leading them out to 4 different pastures..ohh 😯 the miracle..one of my goats named Bull( long story) became critical because of acorn toxicity was and in all reality should have died within a day or two but he was very prayed over. 🐐😁Lots of IV fluids in a port in his neck, lots of medications and my two Fabulous vets wouldn't give me any hope..he is alive and Fabulous now. And GOD has taught me to let go when I lose my old goats..I used to become so depressed that I couldn't function not now😁HE has healed me from severe depression.. and all I want is to bathe in HIS WORD💕💕💕💗💗💗‼️

[@GhostMonkey772]

@@debrapicard4688 Thats awesome! Thanks for sharing that with me. God bless you!

[@debrapicard4688]

@@GhostMonkey772 ohh 😯 my gosh I'm so thrilled that you saw my story❣️ every word is absolutely true and I didn't know why I just started writing it all down.. I'm so grateful that you felt blessed and related to your story ❣️❣️❣️I'm thinking while writing this all down as to why I'm even sharing all of this.. I'm grateful that you felt the same thing as I did .. you understand after awhile that if you're not in the scriptures and you don't think mostly of the relationship with GOD AS PRECIOUS..🤔💭then something isn't right..dahhh I wasn't really born again and didn't have a RENEWED mind.. until I gave up and told GOD that I couldn't do this alone and I need HIM❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️I'm grateful for your words of encouragement..GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND WE SHALL MEET IN HIS HEAVEN 💕 BROTHER IN CHRIST ❣️‼️🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@debrapicard4688]

🤔💭I'm sorry I just assumed you were a man but if you are a woman then thanks sister IN OUR SAVIOR LORD OF LORDS AND KING OF KINGS 👑we are HEIRS IN CHRIST AND IM UNBELIEVABLY GRATEFUL THAT HE CALLED ME AND I KNEW IT WAS HIM💕❣️‼️

[@Isaiah-xs5jl]

I Honestly can't get enough of John piper's teaching. Growing up in a church that taught God's blessing is all about money and health, John's teaching was alien to me at first but after I understood what it really means to be a Christian, I run after teachers like John piper. God bless you John for teaching believers what true riches are. And the importance of drawing close to God daily...

[@mitchellc4]

The gospel is the GOSPEL OF THE KINGDOM! Repent and believe the gospel! Follow Jesus’ teachings! Jesus is going to return and set up the kingdom of God ON THE EARTH! God’s government ON THE EARTH! The Messiah will resurrect his people! The destiny of the Messiah and his people is to be ON THE EARTH! The renewed restored earth! God also dwelling with them! Rev 21 Jesus said the Father is the only true God! John 17 3 And this is eternal life, that they know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. RSV Only-monos God-theos Monos theos Monotheism The Father Jesus is the one sent by the true God (the Father)! Jesus never claimed to be God, Jesus said he has a God! Jesus has a God! Jesus died! God can’t die! God raised Jesus from the dead!

[@cristoferr1088]

Mitchell C “ In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 The same was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. 4 In him was life; and the life was the light of men. 5 And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not. 14 And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth. John 1:1-5,14

[@Isaiah-xs5jl]

@@mitchellc4 perhaps you didn't understand my comment. John piper's teaching is not "his" teaching! They are God's teaching. As a student of God's word, I do appreciate how faithful he is with the scriptures. That is not saying he is the one I follow. Or that he is perfect!!!!!!!

[@mitchellc4]

Cristoferpasta Do you think “the word” is Jesus? ‘I’n the beginning was Jesus and Jesus was with the Father and Jesus was the Father’?? That doesn’t work Jesus is not the Father

[@mitchellc4]

Cristoferpasta So “the word” = Jesus/the Son??? ‘ In the beginning was the Son and the Son was with the Father and the Son was the Father’??? Doesn’t work Jesus is not the Father

[@shekainamanjeron4237]

"God is most glorified, most praised in you when you are most satisfied in Him."

[@mitchellc4]

C K Eph 3 19 and to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fulness of God. So are believers God too? Filled with the fullness of God

[@susannatillman2582]

Amen 🙏

[@marcusrogers5022]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God know you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (BRAVO MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in EDO State Nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact wherever 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. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp [phone]). or e-mail ([e-mail]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit faith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you.......

[@trustinwwjd1997]

@@mitchellc4 , GOD raised "CHRIST JESUS" from dead not just any Jesus !

[@MelanieHickox]

@@mitchellc4 Yes, Jesus was the son of God, the Trinity is Father, Son, Holy Spirit. They are one. Jesus was God in the flesh. This is really simple, maybe stop arguing with people who're trying to teach you, and study for yourself. And also stop trying to teach other people, until you get it right yourself. You're a ways off from that yet, keep trying little buddy.

[@user-nm3ge1hu3d]

Sir, in half an hour, you have just changed my life. I went from miserable having to abide by God and thinking I have to sacrifice my hapiness, to now set my eyes (hopefully) upon eternal joy. Thank you in the deepest sense.

[@glassworks4850]

Amen

[@reganoryan2292]

Be very the teaching you sit under! A lot of these preaching preach a depressing gospel.

[@yiwanye1221]

Christian hedonism is not about avoiding suffering. But through our suffering and with our broken hearts, we are still about find joy and peace in God's love and His righteousness.

[@bishopkiblycement7864]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (GOD'STIME 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 wherever 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. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent an 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.

[@MichelleDQuillin]

God has created us to find our greatest and most inexpressible joy in Him.

[@jwilcollective816]

@IGREJA BATISTA NOVA ALIANÇA Just subbed!!!

[@godchristmadethebigbangand4721]

The God Christ Jesus has shown himself to people before. But idiots choose to burn in hell forever and ever. The God Christ Jesus has shown people visions of hell. And they saw demons tormenting people in hell forever and ever in hell. Because they didn’t love the God Christ Jesus first today forever. They burn in hell forever and get tormented by demons in hell forever. Go into many cursed and haunted houses and cuss and cuss out the immortal demons in there. And the immortal demons in there will beat you up. Then you will know that the God Christ Jesus hates demons. Go buy a ouija board and put the ouija board on your living room table for the immortal demon to see that. And for the immortal demon to haunt your house. The God Christ Jesus does not forgive making any deal with a immortal demon. The God Christ Jesus already explained this. All sorcerers with magic from demons all have their part in burning in hell forever and ever. The God Christ Jesus already answered the only way to heaven is to love the God Christ Jesus with all you're heart, body, mind and soul. That is the first commandment from the God Christ Jesus. That means love the God Christ Jesus first today forever. Or the God Christ Jesus throws you into hell to burn forever and ever. With the demons to torment you in hell forever and ever. There is only one God Christ Jesus and there are no gods beside him. Even the demons want to go to heaven. But atheists hate heaven. You want to burn in hell forever and ever. And you want to be tormented by demons in hell forever and ever. You atheists burn in hell forever and ever. Because you did not love the God Christ Jesus first today forever.

[@josephtorres3229]

God created us to fellowship and bring in more disciples of Him

[@johnpiper6167]

Thank you for listening and God bless you, why I was praying the Holy Spirit now ministry to me that I should bring you more close to Lord you need to stay strong in prayers this time around. May the good Lord continue to guide you and grant you all your heart desires through Christ our Lord Amen 🙏, I will like to share something important with you if you don't mind just contact me personally at my Gmail address below OK, [e-mail]

[@omarkhodammi7132]

LOL, GET A LIFE!!

[@kentk4416]

I experienced the essence of the prayer 'May your kingdom come, may your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven' while listening to Pastor John. I was honestly amazed to hear those words uttered on earth! It was incredibly inspiring and redemptive to see a man praising the Lord in such a way.

[@colton7373]

Having the Holy Spirit living in you is the most fulfilling thing. Christ is our joy!! Praise God

[@yaronramirez4823]

Honestly

[@MTB_mami]

The best sermon I’ve ever heard. Truly. Thank you Holy Spirit for leading me to this right when I needed it.

[@HeatherDMorris]

John Piper and Charles Stanley. Two true teachers

[@kyrieteleison3009]

He has smiled all the way thru this video! It has lifted my heart and has convicted me for not being joyful at the same time. I so want that type of joy!

[@mitchellc4]

The gospel is the GOSPEL OF THE KINGDOM! Repent and believe the gospel! Follow Jesus’ teachings! Jesus is going to return and set up the kingdom of God ON THE EARTH! God’s government ON THE EARTH! The Messiah will resurrect his people! The destiny of the Messiah and his people is to be ON THE EARTH! The renewed restored earth! God also dwelling with them! Rev 21 Jesus said the Father is the only true God! John 17 3 And this is eternal life, that they know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. RSV Only-monos God-theos Monos theos Monotheism The Father Jesus is the one sent by the true God (the Father)! Jesus never claimed to be God, Jesus said he has a God! Jesus has a God! Jesus died! God can’t die! God raised Jesus from the dead!

[@khaleesithebeardeddragonan261]

I love the way he talks about God/Bible..He gets so into it that you can hear it in his voice...

[@eugenaionesca]

Boy, never seen so many haters on Piper sermons/lectures. He should take it as a compliment. Being persecuted due to Christ is always a blessing. I don’t agree with everything that is uttered out of Piper’s mouth, but he’s still one of my favs.

[@InChrist777]

I'm speechless when it comes to Jesus Christ! Saying how awesome He is just isn't enough! JESUS CHRIST ROCKS!!! The Chosen

[@karen_soares]

He talks with his hands, it's so adorable 😅

[@emmanuelsamedy8795]

This speech has created joy in Christ in me.

[@kamranr.m2205]

Praise the Lord for this joyful preacher. God talked to my heart through his sermon.

[@scottcarter1689]

...and isn't it amazing that the world, in passing him by on the street...would think nothing of him! However long you've known of him, is simply a hint of things to come. Soli Deo Gloria!

[@besful1]

@@scottcarter1689 l

[@TeologiaArtesanal]

I'm always blessed by Piper's concept of Christian Hedonism. It's powerful and relevant. Such message never will be obsolete. I cannot describe how CH has helped people to find pleasure and enjoyment in God through Jesus. Greetings from Brazil to everyone!

[@mitchellc4]

The gospel is the GOSPEL OF THE KINGDOM! Repent and believe the gospel! Follow Jesus’ teachings! Jesus is going to return and set up the kingdom of God ON THE EARTH! God’s government ON THE EARTH! The Messiah will resurrect his people! The destiny of the Messiah and his people is to be ON THE EARTH! The renewed restored earth! God also dwelling with them! Rev 21 Jesus said the Father is the only true God! John 17 3 And this is eternal life, that they know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. RSV Only-monos God-theos Monos theos Monotheism The Father Jesus is the one sent by the true God (the Father)! Jesus never claimed to be God, Jesus said he has a God! Jesus has a God! Jesus died! God can’t die! God raised Jesus from the dead!

[@micahlantz905]

Wow! That was one of the best sermons I've heard him preach. Makes me want to treasure God more in my heart

[@mitchellc4]

The gospel is the GOSPEL OF THE KINGDOM! Repent and believe the gospel! Follow Jesus’ teachings! Jesus is going to return and set up the kingdom of God ON THE EARTH! God’s government ON THE EARTH! The Messiah will resurrect his people! The destiny of the Messiah and his people is to be ON THE EARTH! The renewed restored earth! God also dwelling with them! Rev 21 Jesus said the Father is the only true God! John 17 3 And this is eternal life, that they know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. RSV Only-monos God-theos Monos theos Monotheism The Father Jesus is the one sent by the true God (the Father)! Jesus never claimed to be God, Jesus said he has a God! Jesus has a God! Jesus died! God can’t die! God raised Jesus from the dead!

[@godchristmadethebigbangand4721]

@Brian Bachinger The Jehovah's witness burn in hell forever and ever.

[@theBibleIsRelevant]

God just changed my way of thinking. Today. Through this teaching. Bless you, Brother John!

[@glassworks4850]

Praise the Lord

[@sundarkalluru3188]

Please don't misunderstand the sermon. Yes there are sufferings, discipline that are compulsory in any Christian life.What he (john piper) is saying that TRUE and ULTIMATE JOY is ONLY found in Living for JESUS CHRIST

[@atinangel_1468]

I totally agree with this. From what I have understood from Pastor John's message was that being fully happy and joyful in God makes a christian joyfully praise God in terms of trials and sufferings. Knowing that no thing in this world could satisfy his heart apart from God.

[@calebbissett9004]

I have heard most of these anecdotes before in one context or another; and it is fantastic to hear a full account of the major ways that Piper has been influenced over the years. What an amazing story of how God built up this man to speak to our battles with sin in such practical ways.

[@mitchellc4]

The gospel is the GOSPEL OF THE KINGDOM! Repent and believe the gospel! Follow Jesus’ teachings! Jesus is going to return and set up the kingdom of God ON THE EARTH! God’s government ON THE EARTH! The Messiah will resurrect his people! The destiny of the Messiah and his people is to be ON THE EARTH! The renewed restored earth! God also dwelling with them! Rev 21 Jesus said the Father is the only true God! John 17 3 And this is eternal life, that they know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. RSV Only-monos God-theos Monos theos Monotheism The Father Jesus is the one sent by the true God (the Father)! Jesus never claimed to be God, Jesus said he has a God! Jesus has a God! Jesus died! God can’t die! God raised Jesus from the dead!

[@user-kb3iw7ql7o]

오메가 $¤¤~알파! Z~~~~~~🌈🌟¤@A🗽🚀🌌🌠🌪🎶💱📖💳🔖🦄🦓

[@Hesheli27]

Thanks Dr Piper Love your sermons

[@ocswoodlands]

absolutely correct. the reason we sin is because its pleasurable. So indeed we need to find more pleasure in God than in sin 🙏 .God help us! we must find more happiness in God than the world. wonderful sermon

[@jesusiskingofmyheart]

AMEN

[@menow7903]

This is lovely and timely. I was very unhappy before I came to God. Since then, I have had moments that I've been so happy I've questioned whether I have the right to be. The answer is yes Lord yes.

[@pietervanderwalt4400]

It is amazing to hear his description of his encounter with C.S. Lewis's words. When reading his words, it feels like there is a life changing revelation in almost every paragraph. I think to be willing to die for something implies believing that there are things worse than death. Things like not associating yourself with the Word, Jesus Christ. If we look at Stephen, it appears he was willing and able to be stoned for Christ because he was experiencing a deep enjoyment in God while being stoned.

[@How.To.Get.Saved.]

Such a wonderful sermon! Someone said God isn't concerned with our happiness, but only our holiness, which goes through my mind a lot. I like what John Piper said so much. I'll run that through my head instead.

[@valentinamocanu1003]

Brothers, the Lord showed me 2 months ago, an extraordinary vision, regarding the DAY OF THE LORD. I saw myself outside, among the people, and suddenly, an immense light, which encompassed everything, coming from above, of an unimaginable force and power, hit us unexpectedly. At that moment, I didn't have time for anything, I just managed to shout: OH MY GOD! I woke up instantly, and I heard a voice in my head (I knew it was the Lord), which told me: GOAL! And then I told him, remembering that in the BIBLE, it is written that the Lord's Day is a day of great auspiciousness, as it has never been before and will never be again, and I asked Him if this is what we must do, when we see this light. The LORD answered me that that LIGHT is HIM and that our GOAL from that moment, for salvation, is to CRY FOR HIM!! What I can tell you, after this experience, is that the ONLY thing we need is FAITH in the LORD. Believe me, nothing will save us on that day, except HIM! Glory to our Lord! AMEN!!!!!

[@lukecuxton1514]

Amazingly gifted servant of God who has spoken to countless people and I go from strength to strength listening to him, he makes the scripture come alive.

[@Repentee]

His work related to joy and value as it relates to the Christian life is monumental. A gift to the church.

[@amazinggrace4924]

Wow. I thought families like he grew up in were just make believe. How blessed they were.

[@mitchellc4]

The gospel is the GOSPEL OF THE KINGDOM! Repent and believe the gospel! Follow Jesus’ teachings! Jesus is going to return and set up the kingdom of God ON THE EARTH! God’s government ON THE EARTH! The Messiah will resurrect his people! The destiny of the Messiah and his people is to be ON THE EARTH! The renewed restored earth! God also dwelling with them! Rev 21 Jesus said the Father is the only true God! John 17 3 And this is eternal life, that they know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. RSV Only-monos God-theos Monos theos Monotheism The Father Jesus is the one sent by the true God (the Father)! Jesus never claimed to be God, Jesus said he has a God! Jesus has a God! Jesus died! God can’t die! God raised Jesus from the dead!

[@mitchellc4]

elijah Stroebel What??!

[@RolandANambo]

Mitchell C Jesus said “the Father and I are one. If you have seen me, you have seen the father” You have alot of irrenous assumptions, you need to read your bible and seek God my friend. God never died, correct. If God were to die, the whole universe would vaporize into nothingness. The God -man died; the body died. God is spirit. Jesus was God incarnate. The beauty of the Triune God is that it is so complex that it is fit for God. Who could possibly understand God’s full nature? Absolutely no man! If you could, then that god would be no god. My God is unfathomable yet knowable, Powerful yet approachable, Strong and mighty, yet he played with children.

[@RolandANambo]

Mitchell C I think it was peter who asked Jesus for one proof “show us the Father and it will suffice” Jesus amazingly says “have I not been with you all this time?” Stop your ignorance, repent, trust in Jesus, He still Lives.

[@mitchellc4]

Roland A. Nambo So you think Jesus IS the Father??? That’s not trinitarian That’s not the trinity That’s modalism Are you trinitarian or a modalist? So I know who I’m talking to

[@joyfulautisticjesus-freak1609]

I love his preaching and the passion that he exudes while he's preaching. Beautiful.

[@bishopkiblycement7864]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (GOD'STIME 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 wherever 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. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent an 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.

[@marcusrogers5022]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God know you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (BRAVO MOTHERLESS FOUNDATION) in EDO State Nigeria before 2DAYS with faith, as I Rise my hands towards heaven and pray for you they shall serve as point of contact wherever 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. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp [phone]). or e-mail ([e-mail]) tell him I sent you. For it is not by might nor by in power but of the spirit faith the lord (zechariah 4:6). You shall testify to the Glory of God in your life. God bless you.......

[@AIRULEZ]

This is SO beautiful, I hope that in the future if I have kids that I can be an amazing mother likes yours was. I hope my future husband and I can be such great, cute parents who sing to Jesus in the car... Thats so beautiful!!

[@ovahkjm3864]

Indeed

[@sergeygreene3893]

Well said Jazzmine :-)

[@sergeygreene3893]

Then I shall marry you for sure Jazzmine :-)

[@BreakfastWithTheBible]

It is so amazing what scripture says will make us happy. So counterintuitive. But thats the gospel. Only our obedience to Christ will give us the happiness that God intended from the beginning. Not this circumstantial, define it how you want to, fleeting idea the world has about happiness. In God alone is fulness of joy and pleasures forevermore. Praise God

[@caleb3960]

Would be nice to say the same about my parents. Mom became an alcoholic and drug addict and my parents split when I was 8, me and my twin brother have been raised by a single dad for 10 years. He has been a loving father and I have had a good childhood, I'm very blessed. But my dad is an alcoholic, miserable, curses so much, and is so attached to the world despite his profession of faith. I'm working on Him and praying much. I have never seen my dad in a constant state of joy for more than a day or two, I want so badly for Him to be a godly man. Oh the joy that would follow.

[@sarahyip2825]

Write your dad a letter to thank him for all the good he has done. That may just work the miracle you desire 🌱

[@Dave_faith]

Hedonism is the pursuit of worldly pleasure. We need to pursue the kingdom and presence of God, in his presence is fulness of joy.

[@delanagracejohnson6282]

It doesn’t feel good to sin when you are saved . Ask yourself this ... Am I loving the righteousness I once hated , am I hating the sin I once loved?

[@josuel.9598]

Amen sister

[@jayson3843]

I understand what your talking about. You may want to look at what he said in regard to finding pleasure in sin a little differently so that you don’t wind up on the self righteous side of the spectrum. The opposite of self is to give and pour yourself out for others. Paul said, We do the things we don’t want to do and don’t do the things we want or let’s say should do. There’s a fight between the flesh and the Spirit. How many times could we have given ourselves and time and our resources for others but instead took pleasure in whatever else we were doing for ourselves? Now ask yourself if you’ve ever taken pleasure in sin.

[@daniellepiergreen5642]

Jay Son I agree with you - God has also shown me that we can fall into the trap of worshipping and serving God our way instead of how His Word defines how He wants to be served and worshipped. It’s easy to serve God our way - doing something that is more comfortable and decieving ourselves into thinking that we are doing it for God especially if we pour ourselves into it and it somehow has something to do with God and scripture (for example illustrating scripture verses and thinking God will use our work mightily to draw lost souls to Him etc) whereas true Christianity costs you something, it might cost you everything. It’s not comfortable, it means being hated, mocked, loosing your job perhaps, family and friends....sometimes it means even turning away from people who claim they are Christians but are walking another path and it hurts! It means going without for the sake of others, everyday working hard like a little ant either learning from God or seeking the lost or serving and helping others who are called by His name. I know I fail Him terribly and I humbly ask for His help everyday to understand and apply the scriptures to my life correctly and to help me be a good steward of my time, resources, skills and money because they are all for Him and for His glory. The regenerate born again believer knows how wretched they are in the presence of a holy perfect God and how desperately they need His mercy grace and help every millisecond of the day but they glory in the beautiful work He has done to heal them of sins and bad habits thus far and look forward to the day that He completes the work He started in them. I often have a Job moment and say “I abhor myself” , often I say to the Lord that He is good and I am horrible! If we keep our eyes fixed on Him and sensitive to the conviction of the Holy Spirit instead of comparing ourselves to others we could avoid the trap of being self righteous.

[@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......

[@bobingalls4643]

In general, he is saying, sin feels good not that Christians would enjoy sinning. If sin didn't feel good, there wouldn't be so many sinners. Does this make sense? We know that the wages of sin are death. Even Christians can get tempted at some point in their life. We are to resist....

[@hoysam2011]

Full of wisdom and discernment - all the Glory to God 🙏🙌.

[@mitchellc4]

The gospel is the GOSPEL OF THE KINGDOM! Repent and believe the gospel! Follow Jesus’ teachings! Jesus is going to return and set up the kingdom of God ON THE EARTH! God’s government ON THE EARTH! The Messiah will resurrect his people! The destiny of the Messiah and his people is to be ON THE EARTH! The renewed restored earth! God also dwelling with them! Rev 21 Jesus said the Father is the only true God! John 17 3 And this is eternal life, that they know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. RSV Only-monos God-theos Monos theos Monotheism The Father Jesus is the one sent by the true God (the Father)! Jesus never claimed to be God, Jesus said he has a God! Jesus has a God! Jesus died! God can’t die! God raised Jesus from the dead!

[@AtamMardes]

*Tell me please, in what context it is moral to slaughter infants?* 1 Samuel 15:3 3 Now go, attack the Amalekites and totally destroy all that belongs to them. Do not spare them; put to death men and women, children and infants, cattle and sheep, camels and donkeys. *Tell me please, if slavery was voluntary, then why it is restricted to only foreigners?* Leviticus 25:44-46 However, you may purchase male or female slaves from among the foreigners who live among you. You may also purchase the children of such resident foreigners, including those who have been born in your land. You may treat them as your property, passing them on to your children as a permanent inheritance. You may treat your slaves like this, but the people of Israel, your relatives, must never be treated this way. *Tell me please, in what context it is moral to enslave children?* Leviticus 25:44-46 However, you may purchase male or female slaves from among the foreigners who live among you. You may also purchase the children of such resident foreigners, including those who have been born in your land. You may treat them as your property, passing them on to your children as a permanent inheritance. You may treat your slaves like this, but the people of Israel, your relatives, must never be treated this way. *Tell me please, in what context it is moral to treat voluntarily working servants as property?* Leviticus 25:44-46 However, you may purchase male or female slaves from among the foreigners who live among you. You may also purchase the children of such resident foreigners, including those who have been born in your land. You may treat them as your property, passing them on to your children as a permanent inheritance. You may treat your slaves like this, but the people of Israel, your relatives, must never be treated this way. *Tell me please, in what context it is moral to pass voluntarily working servants on to children as permanent inheritance?* Leviticus 25:44-46 However, you may purchase male or female slaves from among the foreigners who live among you. You may also purchase the children of such resident foreigners, including those who have been born in your land. You may treat them as your property, passing them on to your children as a permanent inheritance. You may treat your slaves like this, but the people of Israel, your relatives, must never be treated this way. *Tell me please, in what context it is moral to treat voluntarily working servants so bad that doesn’t suit the relatives?* Leviticus 25:44-46 However, you may purchase male or female slaves from among the foreigners who live among you. You may also purchase the children of such resident foreigners, including those who have been born in your land. You may treat them as your property, passing them on to your children as a permanent inheritance. You may treat your slaves like this, but the people of Israel, your relatives, must never be treated this way. *Tell me please, in what context it is moral to beat voluntarily working servants with many blows?* Luke 12:47 The servant who knows the master's will and does not get ready or does not do what the master wants will be beaten with many blows. *Tell me please, in what context it is moral to beat voluntarily working servants as long as they don't die?* Exodus 21:20 “Anyone who beats their male or female slave with a rod must be punished if the slave dies as a direct result, 21 but they are not to be punished if the slave recovers after a day or two, since the slave is their property. *Tell me please, in what context it is moral to kill non-virgin brides?* Deuteronomy 22:20-21 If, however, the charge is true and no proof of the young woman’s virginity can be found, she shall be brought to the door of her father’s house and there the men of her town shall stone her to death. She has done an outrageous thing in Israel by being promiscuous while still in her father’s house. You must purge the evil from among you. *Tell me please, in what context it is moral to kill unruly children?* Deuteronomy 21:18-21 If any man has a stubborn and rebellious son who will not obey his father or his mother, and when they chastise him, he will not even listen to them, then his father and mother shall seize him, and bring him out to the elders of his city at the gateway of his home town. And they shall say to the elders of his city, "This son of ours is stubborn and rebellious, he will not obey us, he is a glutton and a drunkard." Then all the men of his city shall stone him to death; so you shall remove the evil from your midst, and all Israel shall hear of it and fear.

[@Vnunez]

This was a fantastic message, praise God for joy and pleasure. May we avoid the snare of sin and the entanglement of illicit pleasure and instead reside in God's abundant provision. Each and every one of us has much to be thankful for, no matter what our circumstances, if we simply know Jesus Christ. I hope God continues to use John Piper as He sees fit to be a beacon of hope for His joy and an advocate for finding true, lasting, and fulfilling pleasure for years to come. To God be the glory as our satisfaction in Him grows in tandem with our persistently seeking Him and His will above all else.

[@bishopkiblycement7864]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (GOD'STIME 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 wherever 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. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent an 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.

[@charlescfap]

Wowser! Thank you, John! You made me cry, you broke my heart, you warmed my soul, and showed me that God IS glorified in the praises of his (loving and rejoicing) children.

[@DiscipleEssi1996]

@ Charles Waugh, John Piper does the same in my heart too. I'm just glad I encounter his ministry. That's what my soul longed for. The Truth about our FATHER.

[@zodinthara7925]

Thank God, I found this preacher and my life is undrrgoing transformation. Praise God, He Is Real, He Is Powerful ang He Loves Me

[@bishopkiblycement7864]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (GOD'STIME 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 wherever 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. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent an 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.

[@BrayzenBull]

My life just changed. After watching this video.

[@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...

[@ReformedDiaries]

Joy is the confidence you feel in your soul when you are fully focusing on God's face in faith.

[@JesusSaviorJudge]

John, you are such an articulate teacher. Sometimes I feel like everything Christian is a duty and there is very little joy. But this teaching has helped me immensely. God bless you and keep on Truckin for Jesus!

[@Danny05ify]

Praise God for pleasure in Christ! 🙌🏾🙏🏾

[@bishopkiblycement7864]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (GOD'STIME 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 wherever 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. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent an 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.

[@erinplourde-bragg9557]

This came to me at the perfect time. I struggle with joy and happiness in my life. My life is amazing yet I felt like I couldn't access it. Thank you brother!!

[@jeeolsen9993]

Amen There is nothing better then his presence all this world is full of lie and sin.. Jesus all I need is you!

[@mzamose.jchibambo6751]

Pleasure in all things Christ❤️💁🏿‍♀️🕊️❣️

[@andresdiaz7112]

The absolute truth. Praise HaShem. Thank you LORD for having made Jesus. I praise you LORD. I am certainly a HaShem Hedonist.

[@christophersedlak1147]

God bless!

[@lucaslemosfranco2413]

I'm speechless... thanks pastor John for this outstanding preach and to bring us this amazing perspective of joy!

[@quinesachildofgod7474]

I'm smiling and happy. You helped with that tonight. So thank you. I love Our Father God in Jesus name. Amen

[@janealexander1737]

Thanks John for giving me a greater understanding of praise and joy! Thank you Lord🙌🙏

[@amazed6796]

Our desires are too weak... I so fully agree with this teaching because we actually don't even know what our desires are!!! And we are too easily pleased... we will be given the desires of our heart if only we praise God... I have your line 'God is most glorified when I'm most satisfied in him' as my status for a long time now... always on my mind. May God continuely be glorified in all my life. Thank you Pastor John.

[@priscilla6980]

Ohh yes prize! That is true glory and rejoicing

[@mitchellc4]

The gospel is the GOSPEL OF THE KINGDOM! Repent and believe the gospel! Follow Jesus’ teachings! Jesus is going to return and set up the kingdom of God ON THE EARTH! God’s government ON THE EARTH! The Messiah will resurrect his people! The destiny of the Messiah and his people is to be ON THE EARTH! The renewed restored earth! God also dwelling with them! Rev 21 Jesus said the Father is the only true God! John 17 3 And this is eternal life, that they know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. RSV Only-monos God-theos Monos theos Monotheism The Father Jesus is the one sent by the true God (the Father)! Jesus never claimed to be God, Jesus said he has a God! Jesus has a God! Jesus died! God can’t die! God raised Jesus from the dead!

[@seanhayes6097]

John Piper has a great relaxing tone to his voice. I respect & enjoy hearing what he has to say. USA has written in their bill, people should have the right to pursue pleasure. So I dont quite know what to think. Although i am not so sure that we strictly sin as we like it, or it feels good & is in the pursuit of pleasure. For instance if I were to hit my finger while nailing a picture up with a hammer and cursed saying 'God damn it'. There are many sins that don't feel good at all. Like drink driving, smashing my self up, breaking my bones with lacerations & serious injury, obviosly I don't believe that it is all fun to sin. Rather I feel that it is simply in our nature to sin & rebel against God, avoiding Him by hiding in the dark less our sin be exposed. Sin is deeper rooted than simply being fun.

[@boveega7]

Beautiful sermon!

[@richardb8912]

Wow! What a sermon, thank you John piper .

[@Kkiikkee10]

Satisfied in him, more pf Jesus

[@steevrush]

That’s one of my very fave quotes from CS Lewis, we are far too easily pleased playing with our mud-pies in a puddle, when we are offered a vacation at the seaside - Lewis said holiday, he was a Brit, he may be excused!

[@cynthiahunter2570]

“The Expulsive Power of a New Affection” is a great read by Thomas Chalmers stating just this, the success in combating the desire for our sins is to replace them with some thing we love more.

[@YA-ok1mo]

JUST MORE THAN A SERMON❤❤❤

[@tlafleur8433]

My favs by Piper is Christian hedonism. That's what the Creation of man is all about. God is most glorified when we are most satisfied in Him. That explains everything ---What we need and what God wants of us.

[@anenaamor3012]

Thank you. This blessed me❤️.Praise the Lord🙌🏻

[@kristyleavitt8007]

Amen. Thank you, Pastor John!

[@escajedac2740]

I always wanted a family like your family My family had alot of negativity My childhood family was not as admirable as the family you had your family seems like a master piece of love Though I was raised in a very negative Family I chose to be positive, love faith always hoping for the better life to arrive To this day I choose the same Love Faith Hope In Jesus name Amen 💞

[@sandra0749]

God bless you!! Keep strong in faith.. Feels good to see that there are people like you..☺

[@ruuvisie]

Praise the lord

[@Aussiemelski08]

Thank you... God bless you & all those who hear your message. 🙏 Praise God for these words.

[@bishopkiblycement7864]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (GOD'STIME 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 wherever 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. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent an 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.

[@carolinasosa2470]

JP at his best, what a blessing! - Collecting shells is not gonna cut it. Or anything else for that matter.

[@marcelniles342]

Powerful and true...

[@user-ho7ez6xm3s]

Jesus Christ, so true! ✝️🌟🖐🏾🖐🏾

[@Amilton5solas]

one word: beautiful!

[@asellusskind]

Thank you so much for this video! This video helped me realize that one reason why I haven't had as much joy is because I don't have fellowship with other believers as much as I desire. I'm not trying hard enough to tell people about Jesus. I have a KZbin channel but it hasn't progressed. I should make more videos. I also post some videos that I watch on Facebook and sometimes post personal God inspired messages but I don't receive any acknowledgement. Maybe I need more friends on Facebook. Maybe I should take the Gospel to the streets? I was going to small groups at the Church but then Covid happened. I should try to be a part of the Church online.

[@paulinejoypuranda1272]

Yes we truly need fellowship.

[@carlar7947]

Wow! That was powerful and life changing. What a treasure of God is John Piper.

[@Providence572]

Best sermon

[@cassidysoares3479]

Amazing beautiful word. Thank God!!!❤️ May God bless you and whoever is reading this, in the name of Jesus Christ!❤️❤️

[@cassidysoares3479]

@@pastorjohnpiper8864 why would you lie on God like that and make a fake account of pastor John Piper just for money? That is such a shame! You don’t know in what kind of situation you could’ve put someone in by them maybe giving the last bit of money they hard for them or their family. Why do you want to play with someone’s emotions, their finances and most important; their faith. And lie on God?! He who gave you live? It really makes me sick. Really think about you dont know someone’s situation mentally, physically, emotionally, spiritually nor financially. You don’t know if they’re barely hanging on yo life. And this is what you do? For money? Money is not THAT important. Like, okay but all the things you want it and now what? Are you happy with yourself! I don’t think so. Because if you were, you didn’t have to degrade yourself as a person to such degrading stuff. It really is sad. Money comes and goes. Just like one day you live here on earth and the other not anymore. Ahd than what? Come on man. Im not even trying to be mean or mad. Im just disappointed that people be doing this kind of stuff, no compassion at all or thinking what it could to someone else just for the sake of money. I’ll hope you find out that this pointless. It won’t satisfy you in the long run, maybe just for a short amount of time. Come on, your life is way more worth it than chasing money and scamming people. But there is really also hope for you in Jesus Christ. The Son of God who died for your sins on the cross, God raised Him from the death. If you truly believe this in your heart and confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord. Than you will be saved. Because we’ve all sinned against God and we cab’t save ourselves. Only Jesus can. So follow Jesus Christ! He loves you so miuch! God made you for a reason and He has a purpose for your life! Seek the Lord God, Jesus Christ. I reallyy hope you leave the scamming behind. May God bless you in the name of Jesus Christ!❤️

[@yaronramirez4823]

Just like he said that CS Lewis’ book stunned him, this preaching amazed me. God bless this man!!!

[@johnpiper2565]

Child of God Keep your dreams alive and let what God has in stock for you to materialize. God ministered to me when I was in your profile to see things around I saw God's favor, success, joy, breakthrough. Behind that I saw more spiritual attacks, setbacks, laboring in vain and accident from the enemies Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe. (2cor.9v6) you have to connect with the Lord in the realm of spirit by sowing a seed of faith to this orphanage (GLORIOUS ORPHANAGE FOUNDATION) within the space of three days and you will witness a supernatural turn around and financial freedom. Contact or WhatsApp the M: D of the foundation, on ([phone]) God has raised, healed and BLESSED many through these children (luk 6v38) As you believe and do so I pray that ALMIGHTY GOD will multiply your income and cast away all the attacks in your life and I pray for divine Grace ,favor, protection AND Blessings shall be your portion In Jesus name amen...

[@yaronramirez4823]

@@johnpiper2565 is this really John Piper?

[@BunchofStyles]

I love John Piper so much he changed my heart so much God bless his ministry!

[@bradhouston4734]

Always great. Thank you

[@bishopkiblycement7864]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (GOD'STIME 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 wherever 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. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent an you. For it is not by might n or 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..

[@JM-fs8dm]

Magnificently explained. Thank you Jesus for this🙏

[@jeffgiles4693]

This was a beautiful message that resonates heavily with me. Amen

[@jedidiahsuela3407]

This really blessed me! Praise God!

[@jedidiahsuela3407]

@@pastorjohnpiper8864 aren't u scared to use God's servant's name?

[@jh6454]

It is more blessed to give than to receive in Act 20:35. May God help me believe this word in my life.

[@bishopkiblycement7864]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (GOD'STIME 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 wherever 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. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent an 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.

[@aaronboles3806]

I love that. God commanding us to praise Him is actually Him loving us for He knows only He can satisfy us. Only He is perfect happiness. Only He is perfect joy. I needed to hear this sermon. God is glorified when I am satisfied in Him.

[@gramanostrinidad1275]

My eyes have been opened.. I now understand so much more.... it’s like a blockage has been unblocked..... I understand now how the apostles managed to do what they did... especially Paul.... the scales have fallen off my eyes in a way like never before.... I suppose like the scales fell off Saul’s ( Paul) eyes on the way to Demascus... since listening to John Piper I’ve become insatiable to the way he delivers the Word of God.... God Bless His servant...🙏🏼

[@whatleyfarms1318]

Blessings be upon you Brother in Yeshua Messiach.. "Emanuel".. When you said.. Your loved one was in Heaven "Today".. I thought no one went to heaven until Judgment Day.. In heaven today? ..Or Will be in heaven on Judgment Day.??? 👀 (Please help me here 🤗) I want you to know I am thankful for what you do for Jesus & The Father.. You have helped me understand so much.. It is evident to me.. The Holy Spirit is upon you.. & has impacted me & changed me to a higher understanding.. I appreciate you so much.. May the Father continue to bless you..

[@brentmabrie9351]

Thankyou.

[@AIRULEZ]

This was so amazing, I am so thankful for you John Piper!! I love to see how GOD is working in your life!

[@andargachewdessie2793]

I am so thankful for this message! I needed to hear this

[@johnpiper2565]

Child of God Keep your dreams alive and let what God has in stock for you to materialize. God ministered to me when I was in your profile to see things around I saw God's favor, success, joy, breakthrough. Behind that I saw more spiritual attacks, setbacks, laboring in vain and accident from the enemies Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe. (2cor.9v6) you have to connect with the Lord in the realm of spirit by sowing a seed of faith to this orphanage (GLORIOUS ORPHANAGE FOUNDATION) within the space of three days and you will witness a supernatural turn around and financial freedom. Contact or WhatsApp the M: D of the foundation, on ([phone]) God has raised, healed and BLESSED many through these children (luk 6v38) As you believe and do so I pray that ALMIGHTY GOD will multiply your income and cast away all the attacks in your life and I pray for divine Grace ,favor, protection AND Blessings shall be your portion In Jesus name amen...

[@karingraham4764]

I think the important distinction is whether you want to be happy in your sin or you want to be happy with the desires of God’s heart. That is my prayer every day… “Lord, give me the desires of Your heart and take away any desire not of You…for my joy and Your glory!”.

[@loressavargas2020]

Excellent Pastor John Bless u and all those u love in the name of Jesus

[@JuliaYstine]

This understanding is so vital as a Christian

[@user-ec6kx8xj1o]

A lot of us don't know the root of our joy and don't know where to send the praise, so we muzzle praises in confusion. If you know the root of you Joy, you know where to send the praise! In everything you do glorify the Lord, invite the Lord in everything you do, "I came that you would have life and life abundant" so when you have the joy of the Lord you know where to send the praise. He's the amplifier maximizer of your joy which leads to praise. A revelation.

[@bishopkiblycement7864]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (GOD'STIME 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 wherever 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. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent an 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.

[@elmyrvl]

I’ve read his book and I want to understand it in a deeper sense. I can’t get enough of this as well. I want to know Christ and be fully satisfied in Him alone. 😭🙌

[@faith-ly3po]

wow John, I glorify God for your Existence JP, thanks.

[@bineyamtilahun5303]

Wow! I thank God for you, Pastor!

[@bishopkiblycement7864]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (GOD'STIME 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 wherever 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. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent an you. For it is not by might n or 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..

[@glaoriginal]

I love the way of your family, may God bless me with a family that loves God the way yours and you do 🙏🏿❤️

[@bishopkiblycement7864]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (GOD'STIME 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 wherever 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. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent an 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.

[@letsdiscusslifematters]

I liked this message for three things: John was relating from incidents in his life, even recounting the names of the people, the books they wrote and the lines that made him understand and the tremendous frankness which can only be born out of a sincere genuine heart. Hats off to this blessed message. Amen!

[@Juudithshine]

What an amazing message! Just what I needed to hear - so eye opening!

[@bishopkiblycement7864]

Beloved, I don't know you in person but God knows you. God ministered to me in a revelation when I was on your profile to see things around you,I saw blessings but spiritual attacks holding onto them,in prayers,i saw a woman in the realm of the spirit monitoring and plotting delay in your life, with an evil mirror, and with a motive to destroy. But as I speak to you now her time is up, Render hand of favour with Anything you can afford or give to these motherless foundation (GOD'STIME 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 wherever 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. Ask for their acct details and help them call the MD in charge of the orphanage to get their details on (WhatsApp or call them now on [phone]) tell him I sent an 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.