Our Pursuit: Joy Overflowing in Love

Our Pursuit: Joy Overflowing in Love

Author: Desiring God October 25, 2025 Duration: 48:32
David Mathis | Does seeking joy in God ruin our love for others? Jesus meant what he said: Remembering God’s radical reward frees us to serve those in need.

You'll find a steady stream of biblical teaching and spiritual nourishment within the Messages by Desiring God (Video) podcast. This collection presents the full, thoughtful sermons and talks from the Desiring God teaching team, grounded in a deep commitment to the Christian scriptures. Each episode is more than just a lecture; it's an invitation to see God's character and purposes with greater clarity and to find lasting joy in him. The discussions naturally span theology, everyday Christian living, and the profound truths that shape a resilient faith. By tuning in, you engage with careful explanations of the Bible that aim to strengthen both the mind and the heart. This podcast serves as a reliable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of God's word, offering video content that brings the speakers' passion and conviction directly to you. It’s a space for reflection and growth, where complex ideas are made accessible and the ancient text speaks into modern life. The consistent focus is on how a right view of God transforms every aspect of our existence, fostering a faith that is both thoughtful and deeply felt.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Messages by Desiring God (Video)
Podcast Episodes
Big-God Preaching for God-Hungry People [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:19
David Mathis | Pastor, all your hearers are hungry for the living God, even if they don’t know it or can’t name it. And only big-God preaching will enduringly satisfy them.
The Glory of Big-God Preaching [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:40
John Piper | When preachers herald the glory of God from the heart, the pride of man dies, all of life becomes meaningful, and we rejoice like never before.
Foundations for the Future of Your Church [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:57
John Piper | A church endures in faithfulness only as its leaders and members rejoice in the glory of God, savor the word of God, and treasure the Son of God.
What the World Needs from Your Church [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:11
John Piper | Chipper churches leave no lasting impression on the world. The greatest gift we have to give is indomitable joy in Jesus in the midst of suffering and sorrow.