Spectacular Sins

Spectacular Sins: And Their Global Purpose in the Glory of Christ
John Piper

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John Piper poignantly shares what God wants us to know about his sovereignty and Christ's supremacy when we encounter sin or tragedy. These bold, biblical assurances and joy-infused declarations will bolster your trust in the utter sovereignty of God and strengthen your surety in him.

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Contents

Introduction: The Times Are Changing
When the Bruised Heart Needs a Tire Iron 		11
1. God Sovereign over Human Sin
The Impulses Behind This Book 		21
2. Christ Sovereign over All Hostile Powers
All Things Were Created for Him 		31
3. The Fall of Satan and the Victory of Christ
Why Does God Permit Satan to Live? 		39
4. The Fatal Disobedience of Adam and the Triumphant Obedience of Christ
How Adam’s Sin Serves the Supremacy of Christ 		53
5. The Pride of Babel and the Praise of Christ
How the Judgment of God Brings Joyful Acclaim to Jesus 		65
6. The Sale of Joseph and the Son of God
How Salvation Comes through Slavery 		75
7. The Sinful Origin of the Son of David
How the God-Man Becomes the King of Kings 		87
8. Judas Iscariot, the Suicide of Satan, and the Salvation of the World
How God Conquered Sin through Sin 		97
A Closing Prayer 107
Acknowledgments 111
Scripture Index 113
General Index 119
Desiring God: A Note on Resources 123

About the Author

ECPA Gold Medallion winner John Piper is senior pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Minneapolis and the head of Desiring God. He has written numerous books on topics that include personal holiness, missions and historical figures.