Desiring God

By John Piper

Desiring God by John Piper is a resource for Reformed, Evangelical from Multnomah Books, first published in 1987. We list it under christian living & theology. Why read it: it's a fit for any reader looking for Christian guidance on christian living & theology. Look over the publisher's description and reader reviews to see if it suits your family.

Author: John Piper
Publisher: Multnomah Books
Tradition: Reformed, Evangelical
For: Everyone
Life situations: Christian Living & Theology
First published: 1987
ISBN: 9781596441040

Why Get This Book

If faith has started to feel like duty you drag yourself through, this book argues it was meant to be joy. Pastor John Piper builds on hundreds of Scriptures, especially the Psalms, Paul and Jesus, to make one claim: God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in Him. He calls it Christian hedonism and invites you to enjoy Jesus as your all-surpassing Treasure, not only as Lord and Savior. Honest note: it's dense in places and comes from a Reformed perspective, so some traditions will want to read it alongside their pastor. Next step: read Psalm 16:11 slowly, twice.

Based on the publisher's description (Open Library).