John Piper

人们往往把追求成功、舒适和快乐作为人生追求的最高目标，但是上帝为人类设计的远不止这些。约翰-派博恳求下一代,为避免浪费生命，叫我们勇于承担风险和做出牺牲,在生活的每个领域都能活出使别人因神欢喜而快乐的激情人生。The pursuit of success, comfort, and happiness is often the highest goal in life, but God designed much more for mankind. John Piper pleaded with the next generation to avoid wasting our lives by taking risks and making sacrifices, and in every area of our lives, we can live a life of passion that pleases and delights others.

El veterano pastor y autor John Piper explica los mandamientos de Jes s y su significado para la vida cristiana. Los cuatro evangelios est n llenos de mandamientos directamente de la boca de Jesucristo. No son las duras exigencias de un capataz, sino la forma en que Jes s muestra a sus seguidores qui n es l y c mo ser m s como l. En 50 cap tulos breves, John Piper recorre los mandamientos de Jes s explicando su contexto y significado para ayudar a los lectores a comprender la visi n de Cristo de la vida cristiana y lo que todav a l requiere hoy de su pueblo. El resultado es una gu a til tanto para nuevos cristianos como para creyentes veteranos, ya sea para su propio estudio o como recurso para el discipulado. El veterano pastor y autor John Piper explica los mandamientos de Jes s y su significado para la vida cristiana. "Los libros largos parecen desalentadores porque pensamos que debemos comenzar por el principio y leer hasta el final y no saltarnos nada. No espero que la mayor a de la gente lea este libro de esa manera. Estructur este libro de modo que los asuntos del principio puedan ayudar al lector a comprender los asuntos posteriores. Y hay una especie de fundamento, progresi n y cl max. Pero los cap tulos tienen suficiente independencia como para que la mayor a de ellos puedan leerse sin los dem s. Ser obvio cuando un cap tulo dependa de otro. Por eso, te invito a intervenir en cualquier lugar. No es necesario que leas la Introducci n primero. Espero que la forma en que se entrelazan los mandamientos de Jes s le acerque m s, de un tema a otro." --John Piper En este libro Piper nos regala un material: Profundamente b blico y teol gico: examina los mandamientos de Jes s y explica su contexto, significado y aplicaci n hoy. Exhaustivo: incluye ndices de referencias b blicas, de personas y temas. Accesible: escrito en un tono claro y atractivo. Veteran pastor and author John Piper explains the commandments of Jesus and their meaning for the Christian life. The four Gospels are filled with commands straight from the mouth of Jesus Christ. They are not the harsh demands of a taskmaster, but Jesus's way of showing his followers who he is and how to be more like him. In All That Jesus Commanded, John Piper walks through Jesus's commands, in 50 short chapters, explaining their context and meaning to help readers understand Christ's vision of the Christian life and what he still requires today. The result is a helpful guide for thoughtful inquirers and new Christians, as well as veteran believers, whether for their own study or as a resource in disciple-making.

"Recuerda, tienes una sola vida. Eso es todo. No permitas que tu alma se consuma por el exceso de ocio. No desperdicies tu vida."--John Piper El mundo de hoy insta a las personas a pasar sus vidas en distracciones triviales, quedando atrapadas en la b squeda del xito, la comodidad y el placer por encima de todo lo dem s. Pero Dios dise a las personas para mucho m s que esto. En este libro, John Piper hace un apasionado llamado a todas las personas --tanto j venes que empiezan una carrera como mayores que terminan la carrera de la vida-- a evitar los peligros de una vida desperdiciada. Les insta a tomar riesgos y a hacer sacrificios que tengan un significado eterno. Su deseo es que vivan con una pasi n por la gloria de Dios que satisfaga el alma y busque, por sobre todas las cosas, exaltar la grandeza de Dios en cada rea de sus vidas. Tienes solo una vida. Esa vida tiene diferentes etapas, y ninguna est dise ada principalmente para el ocio. El alma humana se consume en un exceso de ocio. Esto cierto si tienes veintid s a os, y es cierto si tienes setenta y dos. Dios nos hizo para algo m s grandioso que eso. Este libro es acerca de un tipo de gozo que nunca termina. La peculiaridad es que este gozo hace que Dios parezca el Tesoro supremo que es. No desperdiciar la vida se basa en el descubrimiento de que nuestro gozo y la gloria de Dios alcanzan juntos la cima. Una advertencia: el camino del gozo que exalta a Dios te costar la vida. Jes s dijo: «...todo el que pierda su vida por causa de m y del evangelio, la salvar (Marcos 8:35). En otras palabras, es mejor perder tu vida que desperdiciarla. Desperdiciamos nuestra vida si no aceptamos la gloria de la cruz, si no la atesoramos, si no la ponemos en el lugar del m s alto precio por todo placer y del mayor consuelo en los momentos de dolor. In This Bestselling Book, John Piper Challenges Christians to a God-Exalting Life. Many spend their lives on trivial diversions, seeking earthly comfort and pleasure above all else. But Jesus said, "Whoever loses his life for my sake will save it," calling us into the eternal purpose and God-exalting life for which we were made. In this bestselling book, John Piper warns readers of the dangers of an irrelevant life that counts for nothing and calls Christians to the deeper joys, and risks, that matter for eternity. This new edition features a fresh cover, a revised preface, and updated statistics.

John Piper’s Answers to Hundreds of Questions about Ethics, Theology, the Bible, and More Navigating the Christian life in a secular world will inevitably stir questions in the lives of thoughtful believers. Motivated by the need for sound biblical advice, Ask Pastor John was created, a podcast featuring pastor-theologian and bestselling author John Piper’s answers to audience-proposed questions about life’s toughest topics. Podcast episodes have been played over 230 million times and have become a staple in the lives of Christians around the world. In this unique book, Ask Pastor John host Tony Reinke summarizes and organizes ten years of their most insightful and popular episodes into accessible, thematic sections. Readers will be able to quickly and systematically access Piper’s insights on hundreds of topics including Bible reading, dating, social media, mental health, and more. We discover afresh how asking good questions strengthens faith and grows our understanding of God’s word. Based on John Piper’s Well-Known Podcast Ask Pastor John: Questions and answers are distilled by journalist, author, and host Tony Reinke Widely Accessible: Appeals to new believers, seasoned Christians, church leaders, and young adults alike Useful Reference Tool: Great for looking up commonly questioned topics related to life, Christianity, and the Bible

John Piper's bestselling book on missions draws on key biblical texts to demonstrate that worship is the ultimate goal of the church and that proper worship fuels missionary outreach. Piper offers a biblical defense of God's supremacy in all things, providing readers with a sound theological foundation for missions. This 30th anniversary edition of a contemporary classic, now in paperback, incorporates insights from the author's refined thinking over the past 10 years. Used extensively as a textbook for missions courses and a resource for ministries, Let the Nations Be Glad! provides a passionate plea for God-centeredness in the whole enterprise of world evangelization and explores the role of prayer and spiritual warfare. The book is essential reading for those involved in or preparing for missions work. It also offers enlightenment for students, pastors, youth workers, campus ministers, and all who want to connect their labors to God's global purposes.

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John Piper Offers 6 Habits to Spur a Lifetime of Wisdom and Wonder for the Glory of Christ Humans are hardwired to learn. We immerse ourselves in stories, observe the intricacies of the world, and seek educational opportunities. But lifelong learning is far more than acquiring information or completing a degree. It is a happy quest informing the habits of our minds and the affections of our hearts. And for the Christian, the goal is richer and deeper joy, to the glory of God and the eternal good of others. In Foundations for Lifelong Learning, longtime pastor John Piper casts Christian education as the process of growing in our ability to navigate God’s word and world. Piper introduces readers to 6 vital habits—observe accurately, understand clearly, evaluate fairly, feel appropriately, apply wisely, and express compellingly. Ultimately readers will be encouraged to find Christ in and above all things—seriously and joyfully glorifying God, no matter their vocational calling. Appeals to Students and Educators: Explores 6 habits to inspire a lifetime of learning, wisdom, and wonder Offers a Biblical Perspective: Teaches how lifelong learning ultimately connect to God, his word, and our world Countercultural: Explains how one’s vocation, degree, and monetary success are not always representations of quality lifelong learning Written by John Piper: Author of Don’t Waste Your Life; Come, Lord Jesus; Desiring God; and Providence

In This Bestselling Book, John Piper Challenges Christians to a God-Exalting Life Many spend their lives on trivial diversions, seeking earthly comfort and pleasure above all else. But Jesus said, “Whoever loses his life for my sake will save it,” calling us into the eternal purpose and God-exalting life for which we were made. In this bestselling book, John Piper warns readers of the dangers of an irrelevant life that counts for nothing and calls Christians to the deeper joys, and risks, that matter for eternity. This new edition features a fresh cover, a revised preface, and updated statistics. Over 1 Million Copies Sold Written by Bestselling Author John Piper: Author of Desiring God; Providence; and Come, Lord Jesus Second Edition: Features a new preface, redesigned cover, and small revisions to the content Great Gift for High School or College Students: Inspires Christians to make a lasting difference for the cause of the gospel

El reconocido pastor John Piper examina la teolog a de los ltimos tiempos y el mandato de las Escrituras de amar la segunda venida de Cristo. Muchas personas tienen curiosidad acerca de la segunda venida de Cristo: c mo ser , cu ndo suceder y qu se ales vendr n primero. En su ltimo libro, Ven, Se or Jes s, John Piper aborda todos estos temas, pero enfatiza que aquellos que aman la segunda venida de Cristo recibir n una "corona de justicia" (2 Ti. 4:6-8). Con un enfoque especial en las ense anzas de Jes s, Pablo y Pedro, Ven, Se or Jes s presenta no solo la gloria del Salvador revelado, sino tambi n la glorificaci n de los santos resucitados. Piper examina textos b blicos clave sobre la segunda venida mientras anima a los lectores a amar el regreso de Jes s con afecto despertado por el Esp ritu. Explora cuestiones importantes como: Podr a Jes s venir en cualquier momento, o deben suceder ciertos eventos primero?; Qu significa "Velad, porque no sab is ni el d a ni la hora"?; y Qu deber amos estar haciendo cuando l venga? Ven, Se or, Jes s provee a los lectores una: Escatolog a esencial que exalta a Cristo: Piper gu a a los cristianos a examinar si anhelan la venida de Cristo y qu significar este evento para los cristianos, para los no cristianos y para Cristo mismo. Ex gesis cuidadosa: Piper presta atenci n especial y precisa a las palabras de las Escrituras, especialmente con miras a mostrar c mo Jes s y Pablo estaban de acuerdo acerca de la segunda venida. Aplicaci n pr ctica: Los ltimos cinco cap tulos est n dedicados a c mo deben vivir los cristianos en esta era entre la primera y la segunda venida de Cristo. Renowned pastor John Piper examines end-time theology and Scripture's command to love Christ's second coming. Many people are curious about the second coming of Christ: what it will be like, when it will happen and what signs will come first. In his latest book, Come, Lord Jesus, John Piper addresses all these issues, but emphasizes that those who love Christ's second coming will receive a "crown of righteousness" (2 Tim. 4:6-8). With a special focus on the teachings of Jesus, Paul and Peter, Come, Lord Jesus presents not only the glory of the revealed Savior, but also the glorification of the resurrected saints. Piper examines key biblical texts on the second coming while encouraging readers to love Jesus' return with Spirit-awakened affection. He explores important questions such as: Could Jesus come at any time, or must certain events happen first; what does "Watch, for you know neither the day nor the hour" mean; and what should we be doing when He comes? Come, Lord, Jesus provides readers with one: Essential Christ-exalting eschatology: Piper guides Christians to examine whether they long for the coming of Christ and what this event will mean for Christians, for non-Christians and for Christ Himself. Careful Exegesis: Piper pays special and precise attention to the words of Scripture, especially with a view to showing how Jesus and Paul were in agreement about the second coming. Practical application: The last five chapters are devoted to how Christians should live in this era between the first and second coming of Christ.

Longtime Pastor and Author John Piper Walks through Jesus’s Commands and Their Meaning for the Christian Life The four Gospels are filled with commands straight from the mouth of Jesus Christ. They are not the harsh demands of a taskmaster, but Jesus's way of showing his followers who he is and how to be more like him. In All That Jesus Commanded, John Piper walks through Jesus’s commands, in 50 short chapters, explaining their context and meaning to help readers understand Christ’s vision of the Christian life and what he still requires today. The result is a helpful guide for thoughtful inquirers and new Christians, as well as veteran believers, whether for their own study or as a resource in disciple-making. Replaces ISBN 978-1-58134-845-3. Biblical and Theological: Piper examines Jesus’s commands and explains their context, meaning, and application today Comprehensive: Features Scripture, person, and subject indexes Accessible: Written in a clear, engaging tone, this book is an excellent resource for new and seasoned believers alike, and for use in discipling younger believers Written by Bestselling Author John Piper: Other books include Providence; Desiring God; and Don’t Waste Your Life

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全书紧紧围绕着 "神的护理"展开论述，几乎涉及了我们所关心的所有主题：自然与历史、生命与死亡、罪与苦难、神的主权与荣耀、基督的受苦、人的归信、基督徒的生命。派博的视野十分开阔，从浩瀚的宇宙写到内布拉斯加平原上摇曳的麦穗，从创世以先写到基督再来。他让我们看到神对这世界的介入是如此普遍深入，如此大有能力；他让我们知晓，神远比我们所认识的更伟大、威严、慈爱，若非他的许可，没有什么能临到他儿女身上。我们发现，神在苦难中依然掌权，我们的笃定盼望是以神不可抗拒的护理为担保。 派博的描述让我们看到，这个广阔的世界是一个战场，也是一座展现神荣耀的大剧院，这荣耀在基督为不配的罪人受苦时发出最耀眼的光芒。这个世界是神亲自进入历史的剧院，也是我们经历救赎的剧院。惟愿这本书，能够帮助你看清这剧院中发生的一切。惟愿神的护理这一真理，能够带给读者不可撼动的笃定力量，安慰正在受苦的人，激励更多人奔赴禾场！

Bestselling Author John Piper Examines End-Times Theology and Scripture’s Command to Love the Second Coming of Christ Many people are curious about the second coming of Christ—what it will be like, when it will happen, and what signs will come first. In his latest book, Come, Lord Jesus, John Piper addresses all these issues, but stresses that those who love the second coming of Christ will receive a crown of righteousness (2 Timothy 4:6–8). Piper examines key biblical texts around the second coming while encouraging readers toward a Spirit-awakened affection for Jesus’s return. He also explores important questions such as, Could Jesus come at any moment, or must certain events happen first?; What does it mean to “Watch, for you know neither the day nor the hour”?; and What should we be doing when he comes? With a special focus on the teachings of Jesus, Paul, and Peter, Come, Lord Jesus portrays not only the glory of the revealed Savior, but also the glorification of the resurrected saints. Essential, Christ-Exalting Eschatology: Piper guides Christians to examine whether they long for the appearing of Christ, and what this event will mean for Christians, non-Christians, and for Christ himself Careful Exegesis: Piper pays close and precise attention to the words of Scripture, especially with a view to showing how Jesus and Paul were of one mind about the second coming Practical: The final 5 chapters are devoted to how Christians should live in this age between the first and second appearing of Christ Written by Bestselling Author John Piper: Author of Don’t Waste Your Life, Desiring God, and Providence

From Bestselling Author John Piper: 27 Biographies of Notable Figures from Church History, including Augustine, John Calvin, and Martin Luther Throughout church history, the faithful ministries of Christian leaders—though full of struggle, sin, and weakness—have magnified the worth and majesty of God. Their lives and teachings are still profoundly relevant. Their voices live on in the stories we read and tell today. In this book, John Piper celebrates the lives of 27 such leaders from church history, offering a close look at their perseverance amidst opposition, weakness, and suffering. Let the resilience of these faithful but flawed saints inspire you toward a life of Christ-exalting courage, passion, and joy. Written by Best-Selling Author John Piper: The author of more than 50 books, including Desiring God; Don’t Waste Your Life; Providence; The Supremacy of God in Preaching; Expository Exultation; and Why I Love the Apostle Paul Short Biographies of 27 Inspiring Figures from Church History: Features short biographies of Augustine, John Calvin, John Bunyan, Martin Luther, John Newton, William Wilberforce, and more Updated from 21 Servants of Sovereign Joy: Includes new chapters about Martyn Lloyd-Jones, Jonathan Edwards, Bill Piper, J. C. Ryle, Andrew Fuller, and Robert Murray McCheyne

John Piper Reveals Timeless Cultural Themes in the Old Testament Story of Ruth Sex. Race. Scripture. Sovereignty. The book of Ruth doesn’t shy away from addressing them all head on. Though it recounts events from 3,000 years ago, this ancient story of a poor widow seeking protection in a foreign land holds surprising relevance for Christians in the twenty-first century. In Sex, Race, and the Sovereignty of God (previously titled A Sweet and Bitter Providence), John Piper explores unchanging truths and inspiring hope in the life of Ruth. Topical: Dives into cultural issues including biblical examples of manhood and womanhood, ethnic diversity and harmony, and God’s mysterious purposes in suffering Understand God’s Providence in Ruth’s Story: Follows her mother-in-law Naomi’s anguish and loss, Ruth’s relationship with Boaz, and her family’s ultimate lineage to David Study Key Biblical Themes: Explains the sovereignty of God, the sexual nature of humanity, the gospel of God’s mercy for the undeserving, and the glory of God’s grace

Bestselling Author and Pastor John Piper Reflects on the Relationship between Treasuring Christ and Saving Faith What happens in the heart when it experiences real saving faith? John Piper argues that faith in Christ is not saving unless it includes an “affectional dimension of treasuring Christ.” Nor is God glorified as he ought to be unless he is treasured in being trusted. Saving faith in Jesus Christ welcomes him forever as our supreme and inexhaustible pleasure. What Is Saving Faith? explains that a Savior who is treasured for his all-satisfying worth is more glorified than a Savior who is only trusted for his all-forgiving competence. In this way, saving faith reaches its God-appointed goal: the perfections of Christ glorified by our being satisfied in him forever. Written by Best-Selling Author and Pastor John Piper: Explores a critical and misunderstood element of the Christian faith, urging believers to ask the unsettling question, Do I have saving faith? Theologically Robust: Studies respected theologians’ work regarding salvation, including John Calvin, Jonathan Edwards, Henry Scougal, John Owen, Wayne Grudem, and J. I. Packer Accessible: Written for students, nominal or thoughtful Christians, and church leaders of all levels, as well as anyone interested in the nature of faith and the essential relationship between faith and feeling

”Den som hört John Piper predika vet att för honom handlar allt om Jesus. Det genomsyrar även denna bok. Andakterna får dig att stanna till och tänka på vad som hände den där första julen. De leder dig till en glädjefylld tillbedjan av Kung Jesus, han som är orsaken till att vi firar advent och jul. Oavsett vilket samfund du tillhör så uppmuntrar jag dig att göra denna bok till din andaktsbok denna adventstid.” Timothy De Bernardi, präst i Buråskyrkan, Göteborg (Svenska kyrkan) ”Jag sällar mig tacksamt till den stora skara av kristna världen över som kontinuerligt välsignas av John Pipers passion för Gud och Guds ord, oavsett om denna passion förmedlas från hans predikstol eller genom hans penna. Gång efter annan har Gud använt Piper för att i mig väcka en hunger efter Kristi skönhet och härlighet på ett sätt som jag törs säga ingen annan förkunnare gör. Därför välkomnar jag denna julandaktsbok med en bön om att du som läser den än mer skulle ‘se Herrens ljuvlighet’ (Ps 27:4) och i och med det bli alltmer betagen i Gud inkarnerad, vår Herre Jesus Kristus, världens Frälsare.” Nima Motallebzadeh, pingstpredikant ”I en tid av materialism, individualism och yta får vi här hjälp att tränga in i julens egentliga budskap. Inkarnationen, detta stora att Gud kommer till oss i ett litet barn för att vi i vår bräcklighet ska kunna komma till Honom. Genom en väv av bibeltexter förs julberättelsen samman med Guds stora plan att rädda världen. Vi kan ha olika uppfattningar om mycket men i mötet med barnet och inkarnationen samlas vi kring den Gud som blir liten för att ge oss del av sin storhet.” Ulrik Josefsson, prorektor på Akademi för Ledarskap och Teologi