Dr. Paul David Tripp is a pastor and best-selling author. This podcast features Paul's new Bible Study, the Ask Paul Tripp Show, sermons, conference messages, radio broadcasts, and other audio resources that connect the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life.
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There may be no story in Scripture more familiar than David and Goliath—the epic clash between a shepherd boy and a giant. But often overlooked is the third key character in the story: King Saul. In today’s episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, David: A Matter of the Heart. Preaching from 1 Samuel 17, Paul contrasts the identiti…
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919. What Is Your Screen Time Average? | Ask Paul Tripp
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9:07Welcome to Ask Paul Tripp, a weekly podcast from Paul Tripp Ministries where pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life. Today, Paul shares how he navigates life with his phone and other digital devices—and how he stays grounded in a world full of di…
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918. Honey, I Shrunk My Glory Focus | Paul Tripp's Wednesday's Word
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5:45This week, Paul takes us back to Genesis to uncover four “glories” that shape how we live with purpose in our everyday lives. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, In…
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916. Where Power is Found (Exodus 3:9-12) | Paul Tripp's 5-Minute Bible Study
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6:46True power is never found in us—it belongs to the Lord. Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Exodus, The Gospel: One Rescue at a Time. In this episode, we meet Moses at a moment of weakness, fear, and doubt as he wrestles with God’s call to confront Pharaoh and lead Israel out of Egypt. But God reminds him where real power is…
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915. Have My Parents With Dementia Lost Their Awe Of God? | Ask Paul Tripp
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6:48Welcome to Ask Paul Tripp, a weekly podcast from Paul Tripp Ministries where pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life. In today’s episode, Paul answers a question about how to apply the message of Awe to real-life struggles—like caring for aging pa…
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914. Groundhog Designs and Penguin Olympics | Paul Tripp's Wednesday's Word
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5:00This week, Paul reminds us that we were created not for the fleeting “shadow glories” of this world, but to live every day for the far greater and all-satisfying glory of God. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read on…
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In 2007, Americans underwent 11.7 million cosmetic surgeries—a staggering reminder of our obsession with appearances. But when Samuel went looking for Israel’s next king, God reminded him that while people look at the outward appearance, the Lord looks at the heart. And that’s a sobering thought, because God sees every sinful, selfish desire that h…
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912. My People (Exodus 3:7-8) | Paul Tripp's 5-Minute Bible Study
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6:42“I have surely seen the affliction of my people…” (Exodus 3:7). Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Exodus, The Gospel: One Rescue at a Time. In today’s episode, Paul reflects on God’s words in Exodus 3 and reminds us that just as God saw, cared for, and rescued Israel from slavery in Egypt, he sees, cares for, and rescues u…
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911. Why Don't I Have Brokenness Over My Porn Addiction? | Ask Paul Tripp
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12:02Welcome to Ask Paul Tripp, a weekly podcast from Paul Tripp Ministries where pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life. In today’s episode, Paul addresses a difficult question from a teenager struggling with pornography: “If I feel no guilt or broke…
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910. Beauty Queens and World Peace | Paul Tripp's Wednesday's Word
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5:59This week, Paul reminds us that true fulfillment is found in God alone, who invites us to stop running after substitutes and find rest in his abundant grace. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.…
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908. Fresh Starts and New Beginnings (Exodus 3:1-6) | Paul Tripp's 5-Minute Bible Study
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6:52If you’re in Christ, your identity isn’t defined by your failures, but by God’s covenant promises. Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Exodus, The Gospel: One Rescue at a Time. In this episode, Paul teaches from Exodus 3 and reflects on Moses’ encounter with God at the burning bush—a powerful moment of fresh starts and new b…
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907. Is It True That Once Saved, Always Saved? | Ask Paul Tripp
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9:26Welcome to Ask Paul Tripp, a weekly podcast from Paul Tripp Ministries where pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life. In today’s episode, Paul addresses this question about salvation: "Do we have to continue to ask for salvation when we backslide?…
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906. In Love With Mem or Memes | Paul Tripp's Wednesday's Word
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4:51This week, Paul reflects on David’s deep love for Scripture in Psalm 119 and asks a pointed question: If we truly believe the Bible is God’s Word, why don’t we treasure it more? Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read …
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What's the key to standing firm in the midst of difficulty? In today’s episode, we wrap up this sermon series from the archives, Elect Exiles, from 1 Peter. In this final message, Paul summarizes the epistle and provides three directives for steadfastness: celebrate grace, love one another, and find peace in the Gospel. To hear more sermons from Pa…
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904. Four Words to Change Your Life (Exodus 2:23-25) | Paul Tripp's 5-Minute Bible Study
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6:45What if four simple words could radically change your life? Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Exodus, The Gospel: One Rescue at a Time. In this episode, Paul reflects on one of his favorite Old Testament passages. These words speak directly into moments of silence, waiting, and suffering. To hear more from this Exodus seri…
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903. The Content of Your Influence | Voices of Influence 3
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28:59Every parent, pastor, or mentor longs to be a voice that matters. But in today’s media-saturated culture, lasting influence can feel harder to grasp than ever. How do we cut through the noise? How do we disciple children and teens in a world where unbiblical messages are just a tap away? In this third and final session of Voices of Influence, Paul …
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902. Take Back Your Influence | Voices of Influence 2
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27:34In a world where your child’s attention is constantly pulled in a thousand directions, whose voice is loudest? Falsehood often travels faster than truth, especially in a culture driven by social media algorithms and constant content. But the gospel offers clarity, direction, and the only voice that truly matters. In this second session of Voices of…
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901. Influence of the Heart | Voices of Influence 1
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27:05Have you ever considered who’s shaping your child’s worldview? From TikTok to YouTube, social media to streaming platforms, the hearts of our children are constantly being shaped by a flood of digital voices—many of which speak in opposition to God’s truth. In his brand-new teaching series, Voices of Influence, Paul Tripp helps parents, caregivers,…
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900. Everyday Evangelism (Part 4) | The Connecting Podcast Ep. 045
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1:58:49Over the past few episodes of The Connecting Podcast, Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott have been exploring what it means to live as everyday evangelists—ordinary people sharing an extraordinary gospel in everyday moments. In this fourth and final episode, they wrap up their conversation on evangelism by offering practical tools and biblical encourageme…
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899. What Hope and Help Does the Bible Have for Tourette’s? | Ask Paul Tripp
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11:40Welcome to Ask Paul Tripp, a weekly podcast from Paul Tripp Ministries where pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life. In today’s episode, Paul responds to a question from a concerned father whose teenage son was recently diagnosed with Tourette’s …
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898. Work Hard, Be Humble | Grace & Knowledge
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13:20On the first day of each month, we release Grace & Knowledge, a more in-depth article from Paul that allows him to expand on biblical truths beyond his weekly Wednesday’s Word. Our prayer is that this resource helps you “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Ame…
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897. A Culture That Denies God | Paul Tripp's Wednesday's Word
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5:24This week, Paul warns that even committed Christians can drift into practical atheism—living as if God doesn’t exist—and urges believers, especially parents, to actively counter the culture’s denial of God by faithfully influencing our children and our children’s children. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can s…
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Have you ever found yourself with your head in your hands—overwhelmed by the pressures, problems, and pain of life? In today’s episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, Elect Exiles, from 1 Peter. In this message, Paul offers five practical directives for cultivating a “carefree mentality”—not by ignoring life’s hardships, but by en…
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895. Uncommon Grace (Exodus 2:16-22) | Paul Tripp's 5-Minute Bible Study
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6:56After a dramatic fall from Pharaoh’s palace to exile in the wilderness, it looked like Moses’ story was over. But God wasn’t finished with him...and he’s not finished with you, either. Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Exodus, The Gospel: One Rescue at a Time. In this episode, Paul explores how God’s grace meets us in our …
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894. How Often Should A Church Offer Communion? | Ask Paul Tripp
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13:20Welcome to Ask Paul Tripp, a weekly podcast from Paul Tripp Ministries where pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life. In today’s episode, Paul answers a few questions about communion including, “How often should a church offer communion?” If you h…
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893. Always Christian, Sometimes Atheist | Paul Tripp's Wednesday's Word
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4:57This week, Paul reflects on how belief in the existence of God shapes every corner of our daily lives, and how, even with right theology, we can still live like practical atheists - functionally forgetting God in the mundane moments of everyday life. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email l…
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If you could design your perfect week—where everything goes exactly as planned—chances are, it wouldn’t include suffering. But what if suffering isn’t a detour, but part of the path God intends? In today’s episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, Elect Exiles, from 1 Peter. In this message, Paul explains why suffering is the new no…
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891. Vengeance is Mine (Exodus 2:11-15) | Paul Tripp's 5-Minute Bible Study
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6:53When we see injustice, everything in us wants to act. But what if vengeance isn’t ours to take? Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Exodus, The Gospel: One Rescue at a Time. In this episode, Paul explores a pivotal moment in Moses’ life—when anger leads him to take justice into his own hands—and reminds us why only God can r…
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890. Can I Still Be An Elder If My Wife Deconstructed? | Ask Paul Tripp
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13:19Welcome to Ask Paul Tripp, a weekly podcast from Paul Tripp Ministries where pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life. In today’s episode, Paul responds to a challenging question from a listener: “My wife recently announced she’s an atheist—can I s…
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889. Messy Room, Messier Words | Paul Tripp's Wednesday's Word
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4:53This week, Paul reflects on a personal parenting failure that became a powerful reminder of our calling to speak as ambassadors for Christ. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or o…
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888. Defensive Thinking | Elect Exiles 11
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34:27Why do self-defense classes exist? Because we live in a world where danger is real and people need to be prepared. In today’s episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, Elect Exiles, from 1 Peter. In this message, Paul unpacks what he calls “defensive, Christological thinking”—a mindset rooted in Christ that equips us to face sufferi…
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887. Miracle on the Nile (Exodus 2:1-10) | Paul Tripp's 5-Minute Bible Study
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6:25All throughout Scripture, you encounter stories that make you pause and say, “Only God.” Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Exodus, The Gospel: One Rescue at a Time. In this episode, Paul unpacks the birth and rescue of Moses and shows how, through ordinary people and circumstances, God accomplishes extraordinary things for…
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886. What's The Difference Between Grace and Mercy? | Ask Paul Tripp
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6:20Welcome to Ask Paul Tripp, a weekly podcast from Paul Tripp Ministries where pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life. This week, Paul addresses this question: what's the difference between grace and mercy? If you have a question you'd like to ask …
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885. Speaking in a Different Language | Paul Tripp's Wednesday's Word
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5:35This week, Paul urges believers to see themselves as ambassadors for Christ, using their words to represent the gospel with humility and grace. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday …
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If you ever find yourself needing to speak to someone you don’t know, and you want your words to matter, speak words of encouragement and comfort. They always apply. In today’s episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, Elect Exiles, from 1 Peter. In this message, Paul unpacks the hope-filled words Peter offers to Christians facing m…
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883. The Plot Thickens (Exodus 1:11-22) | Paul Tripp's 5-Minute Bible Study
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6:11No matter how horrible things may seem, nothing can stop the plan of God. Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Exodus, The Gospel: One Rescue at a Time. In this episode, Paul continues through Exodus 1 and shows us how the fear of the Lord can silence every lesser fear that may grip our hearts. For more in-depth Bible studies…
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882. Everyday Evangelism (Part 3) | The Connecting Podcast Ep. 044
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1:53:15Over the past few episodes of The Connecting Podcast, Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott have been exploring what it looks like to live as an everyday evangelist, someone who naturally and intentionally shares the hope of the gospel in the rhythms of daily life. In this third installment, Paul and Shelby dive even deeper into the heart of evangelism, off…
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881. What Was Wrong With Abraham Pretending Sarah Was His Sister? | Ask Paul Tripp
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9:17Welcome to Ask Paul Tripp, a weekly podcast from Paul Tripp Ministries where pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life. This week, Paul addresses a question from a listener about Genesis 20: Was Abraham sinning by saying Sarah was his sister? Or was…
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880. Identity in Christ or Identity in Me? | Paul Tripp's Wednesday's Word
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5:03This week, Paul explores how physical weakness shattered the illusion of self-reliance and became the surprising path to deeper dependence on God's grace. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com…
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879. The Delusion of Independence | Grace & Knowledge
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12:38On the first day of each month, we release Grace & Knowledge, a more in-depth article from Paul that allows him to expand on biblical truths beyond his weekly Wednesday’s Word. Our prayer is that this resource helps you “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Ame…
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878. Things Change (Exodus 1:1-10) | Paul Tripp's 5-Minute Bible Study
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6:54God’s grace often shows up in the most uncomfortable places. Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Exodus, The Gospel: One Rescue at a Time. In this episode, Paul reflects on the opening verses of Exodus 1 and unpacks how quickly life can change and how even hardship can become a workroom for God’s grace. For more in-depth Bib…
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877. Why Did Noah Curse His Son Who Saw His Nakedness? | Ask Paul Tripp
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9:25Welcome to Ask Paul Tripp, a weekly podcast from Paul Tripp Ministries where pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life. This week, Paul addresses a question from a listener about Genesis 9: Why does God curse Ham when it seems like Noah’s drunkennes…
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876. God’s Truth | Paul Tripp's Wednesday's Word
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5:47This week, Paul reminds us that God's truth isn't reserved for pastors, scholars, or theologians. It's for everyone. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, …
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There are times when we suffer because we sin and experience the natural consequences. But other times, we suffer because of Christ. In today’s episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, Elect Exiles, from 1 Peter. In this message, Paul looks at three profound principles about suffering. To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTrip…
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874. Law and Grace | Paul Tripp's 5-Minute Bible Study
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6:46We often pit God’s law against His grace, but Exodus reveals a deeper harmony. Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Exodus, The Gospel: One Rescue at a Time. In this fourth and final introductory episode, Paul explains why the giving of the law at Mount Sinai was not a burden, but a gift of grace for His people. For more in-d…
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873. How Much Is Too Much In A Sexually Graphic Romance Novel? | Ask Paul Tripp
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9:57Welcome to Ask Paul Tripp, a weekly podcast from Paul Tripp Ministries where pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life. This week, Paul responds to a pastor who asks whether it's appropriate for Christian women to read sexually explicit romance nove…
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872. Hallelujah! | Paul Tripp's Wednesday's Word
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5:38This week, Paul reflects on the two meals that bookend the Bible; one of tragic rebellion, and one of eternal celebration. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Insta…
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Whether he knew it or not, John Mellencamp penned profound theology with his famous lyrics, "I fight authority; Authority always wins." In today’s episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, Elect Exiles, from 1 Peter. In this message, Paul explains the purpose of human authority and why we should submit, even if it appears flawed and…
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870. Exodus as a Mirror | Paul Tripp's 5-Minute Bible Study
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6:48When you open the book of Exodus, do you see a distant history…or do you see yourself? Today, we continue our year-long Bible study in the book of Exodus, The Gospel: One Rescue at a Time. In this third introductory episode, Paul shows how this ancient story acts like a mirror, showing us who we really are before the living God. For more in-depth B…
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