Why did Jesus only have to suffer momentary separation from God for us?

By: Johnny Coggin

Here's a Good Friday thought to ponder:

Jesus suffered on the cross for only a few hours. But that suffering was sufficient to pay eternal debts for millions of people. How can that be? Said another way: If our sins are punished by eternal separation from God, why did Jesus only have to suffer momentary separation?

Watch the following video to hear the answer given by pastor John Piper.

(YouTube - Piper: Why did Jesus only have to suffer momentary separation from God?)

The Book of Phillipians as a Sermon

By: Johnny Coggin

In a recent sermon, pastor John Piper modeled scripture memory by reciting the entire book of Philippians to his congregation. I encourage you to watch the video below (or HERE for email/RSS subscribers) and take in the Word of God in a fresh way - spoken out loud to a congregation. God sanctifies us by the truth, and his Word is truth (John 17:17).

If the Angels Could Fall, How Can We Know We Won't?

By: Johnny Coggin

Ever wondered something like this?

"If the angels - in perfect harmony with God - could sin and fall, how can we be sure this won't happen to us some time in eternity? If it is at all possible, eternity is long enough that it's bound to happen at some point."

Watch John Piper talk about how we can be sure we'll remain saved through all eternity.

John Piper on Being Part of an "Online Church"

By: Johnny Coggin

In recent years, technology has opened many doors for the mission of the Church to be furthered. At the same time, it has raised issues that we've never faced before. For example, "online church." Is an online community of Christians a church? Why or why not? And what is the nature of the local church anyway?

In this video, pastor John Piper offers some helpful thoughts about "online church" and God's design for us.

Why does God focus so much attention on Himself?

By: Johnny Coggin

John Piper answers this question brilliantly in this short video clip.