What Is the Secret of Joy in Suffering? — John Piper

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What Is the Secret of Joy in Suffering?

What Is the Secret of Joy in Suffering?

Preacher: John Piper
Tradition: Baptist — Reformed
Published: Aug 1, 2025
Length: 8:28

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How are Christians supposed to rejoice when there is so much wrong in the world and in our lives? Paul makes it clear that joy is not optional for the believer, and that we will suffer if we follow Christ. John Piper uncovers the secret to unshakable joy in pain and loss. This video is the third of a six-part series on the theme of joy in the book of Philippians. https://desiringgod.org/joy

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Suffering & Trials
Joy

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