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Desiring God (John Piper) January 12, 2026 11m

Are Raised Hands in Worship Just Showing Off?

Summary

This sermon explores Jesus' teachings in Matthew 6 about practicing righteousness for God's approval rather than human praise, urging listeners to examine their heart motives in religious practices. It emphasizes discerning if God is a real father figure to us, whose approval is more valuable than human accolades. The takeaway is to find our deepest satisfaction in God's gaze, not in public performance.

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