A Sweet and Bitter Providence: Sex, Race, and the Sovereignty of God
“Like so many, I love Dr. Piper because he helps me to love the God of the Bible. And, inA Sweet and Bitter Providence, he has done it yet again.”—Mark Driscoll,Founding Pastor, Mars Hill Church, Seattle Washington; Founder, Resurgence; Co-founder, Acts 29; author,Death by Love “This book surprised me at how it both comforted and convicted me. And in the midst of a difficult circumstance it inspired me to look for God's hand of providence. I can't think of anyone who wouldn't benefit from its call to purity, faith and Christ-centered hope. John Piper's God-given gifts as a teacher and pastor are on full display in these pages. Reading this book will serve your soul.”—Joshua Harris, Senior Pastor, Covenant Life Church, Gaithersburg, Maryland; author,Dug Down Deep“We live in a relativistic culture, where people are more concerned with being liked than being truthful. InA Sweet and Bitter Providence, John Piper does an outstanding job of biblically defending key truths that the church often ignores. He gives us an example of how to take a bold and educated stand on issues of race, purity, and God’s sovereignty.”—Francis Chan, New York Timesbest-selling author,Crazy LoveandForgotten God“With his usual clarity, candor, and insight, John Piper masterfully guides us through the short but powerful book of Ruth. More than a ‘little romance,’ Piper unpacks the book’s teaching on sovereignty, providence, grace, and glory. As we follow the account of Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz, our own lives are enriched and transformed. I recommend this book to all who desire to know God better through his Word.”—Tremper Longman III,Robert H. Gundry Professor of Biblical Studies, Westmont College