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Christ Over Every Calamity
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· August 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway He explores this topic through Colossians 1:9–20, highlighting Christ's rule over all things for his glory.
John Piper discusses the presence of Christ during times of calamity. He explores this topic through Colossians 1:9–20, highlighting Christ's rule over all things for his glory. Further details on this subject are available through a video presentation.
The presentation, titled Christ Over Every Calamity, can be accessed by viewers who want to learn more about Christ's role in times of crisis. Viewers can watch the presentation to gain a deeper understanding of the topic, with John Piper providing insight from Colossians 1:9–20.
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Category: missions Published: August 19, 2026 Source: Desiring God Reading time: 1 min
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