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Desiring God (John Piper) September 18, 2025 11m

If God Knows Our Hearts, Why Does He Test Us?

Summary

The sermon addresses the apparent contradiction of an all-knowing God testing people to know their hearts, citing Deuteronomy and 2 Chronicles as examples. The resolution is that God tests to reveal what is already within, allowing for observable actions that demonstrate character and confirm His knowledge, serving as a testament to His divinity. The takeaway is that God's tests are for our revelation and His glory, proving His all-knowing and divine nature.

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