logo
episode-header-image
May 2016
11m 58s

How Do Money, Sex, and Power Expose the ...

DESIRING GOD
About this episode
Money, sex, and power are God-given means that show what we value. Pastor John explains. 
Up next
Feb 9
Aging with Joy
How do we cling to Christ when faced with the unknowns of aging? Pastor John encourages older Christians in the battle against bitterness and fear. 
11m 54s
Feb 5
The Hardest Heart God Can Save
By nature, we are selfish and God-ignoring and God-belittling. But no matter how hard a heart may be, the sovereign God can still save. 
14m 7s
Feb 2
Life Guidance for Sinners
Indwelling sin still pervades those who are in Christ. But God’s mercy is more than enough to meet, match, and master any guilt we bring to him. 
11m 54s
Recommended Episodes
Apr 2023
The Truth About Sex & Money
Hi y'all! In this episode, Tori and I talk about how God has given us the gift of sex and money but it's the two things that the world distorts! We can't let the things that God has given be used for evil! To quote the devo, "The purpose of God's grace is to f ... Show More
11m 24s
Jun 2015
Money, Sex, and Power: The Dangers
The glory of God is the brightest beauty, and the greatest treasure, the sweetest pleasure in all of reality, and is, therefore, never to be exchanged for what sex, money, or power can bring.<img src="https://feed.desiringgod.org/link/10727/15726376.gif" height="1" width="1"/> 
55m 48s
May 2023
LGBTQIA+ - A Remake
<p>Jon and Paul discuss gender reassignment surgery and issues of gender and possible theological approaches to the subject. Jon explains the fully affirming Episcopal perspective and the parameters and limitations of that perspective.</p> <p style="text-align:center;"><a href='h ... Show More
1h 4m
Feb 2024
God of Provision | Girls Gone Bible
tail spinning
1h 8m
Jul 2016
Story: God and Money
<p>In this episode, the guys explore the story of two Harvard Business School graduates who were confronted with a biblical view of money that changed their lives.</p> <p>In the first part of the episode (01:12-09:51), Tim and Jon talk about what the Bible says about money. On on ... Show More
1h 2m
Jun 2023
Nourishing Our Christian Minds, Souls, and Bodies: The Power of What We Consume // Q&A with Beth and Jenna
<p>Come hang with us as we talk all about the importance of what we consume as Christian women. Let’s talk books, movies, social media, food, alcohol, and more. What are we attached to and where are we willing to let God take over? </p> 
59m 23s
Apr 2024
EP.109 Michael Rivera: The Christian Path to Wealth & Why Hard Work Isn't Enough
Can Christians chase money and God? How do I know what God’s will is for my life? How do I handle finances as a Christian? How do I know my calling? Is my job my calling? Am I called to be a pastor? Is college worth it? How important is the sabbath? How do you practically DO the ... Show More
1h 47m