About this episode

John Piper discusses how unbelief is the root of every sin, referencing Romans 14:23.

Why is unbelief the root of every sin? John Piper opens Romans 14:23 to show that sin emerges from failing to trust God’s care for us.

People in this episode

Host: John Piper

Topics covered

• unbelief
• sin
• trust in God
• spirituality
• Christian faith

Keywords

• unbelief
• sin
• trust
• God's care
• Romans 14:23

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Romans 14:23

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