Book Review: Desiring God by John Piper

Although Desiring God (by John Piper) has been in circulation for years, today it is still greatly consumed by many. Therefore, I was excited to receive (provided to me by Multnomah Waterbrook Press for review) this Revised Edition which also includes a Study Guide! This study guide is a great tool for those desiring to easily use this book as a discipleship training class or a small group study.

Now, I must confess: the central idea of this work is an amazing concept to grasp.  At first glance the idea of the words Christian and Hedonist used to describe a sold-out Christian was rather awkward.  By very definition, the concept of Hedonism is for one's pursuit of pleasure as a matter of ethical principle.  In turn, the common idea and concept of a Christian is for one's pursuit of God as a matter of ethical principle. Therefore, my curiosity was slapped by this idea of a Christian Hedonist. 

As you will find in this scripture-soaked book, God's happiness and pleasure for His glory is at the heart of a Christian Hedonist and is the absolute focus and purpose of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

This book will answer many great questions, such as:

1.What makes God happy?

2.How should Christians come to God with our conversations, our worship, and our love?

3.How can I make God happy in my marriage and my finances?

If you've ever wanted to grasp a solid and understandable answer to these questions and more, then this is the one book you must read. Pick up your copy today and enjoy the pleasures of becoming a Christian Hedonist!