This is an interview with John Piper about his book 'Providence'', led by Dr. Joe Rigney of Bethlehem College & Seminary. To download or purchase the book, visit: https://www.desiringgod.org/books/providence

00:00 - Why a book on providence?

3:45 - How did ‘Providence’ come together?

7:53 - How does ‘Providence’ relate to your other books?

9:34 - How does the Bible challenge our assumptions?

15:57 - Is providence different than sovereignty?

18:33 - What is free will?

22:27 - How do providence and human responsibility relate?

30:05 - Cancer, earthquakes, and providence

33:41 - Who causes evil — Satan or God?

39:09 - Is God sovereign over Satan?

43:55 - Where is providence in tragedies?

51:47 - Can I trust a God who governs evil?

56:13 - How should pastors teach providence?

1:05:30 - Prayer, planning, and the providence of God

1:15:08 - How does providence relate to perseverance?