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Desiring God (John Piper) May 16, 2026 49m

Make War on Sin with Exercise

Summary

The sermon focuses on addressing two of the seven deadly sins - sloth and gluttony - within a Christian context of spiritual discipline and personal transformation. The speaker highlights troubling statistics about obesity and laziness in America, using these as entry points to discuss spiritual growth and combating sin through biblical principles. The practical takeaway emphasizes a holistic approach to overcoming personal weaknesses by engaging with God's word, prayer, and Christian community, with the ultimate goal of "feeding the spirit and starving the flesh."

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