Posts Tagged John Piper
Web Wednesday-Freight Train Named Desire
Posted by Randall W. Ross in Media Critique, Personal Connections, Resources, Teaching, Theology, Web Resources on August 5, 2009
One of my favorite websites to is desiringGod.org. This online resource features the ministry of John Piper, the pastor, author and theologian. His church, Bethlehem Baptist, is in the midwestern mecca of Minneapolis, MN. The same city is home to Garrison Keillor’s Prairie Home Companion, the famous Mall of America, and a wonderful collection of Craftsman Style homes. I’ve never been there, but I always wanted to. I finally now live close enough for it to be an easy possibility.
What you will find through Desiring God is nearly endless. It seems like I discover something new each time I visit the site. There are years of archived sermons, taste and see articles (blog), and various other print and media resources.
My new favorite is the Ask Pastor John series. This is a short format Q & A with John Piper. With new episodes released three times a week (Mon, Wed, and Fri) and featuring one question and answer at a time, it is a quick way to get something to think about or discuss with your family or friends.
Here is a recent example:
Additionally, the database is searchable. If you have a particular issue, topic, doctrine, date, Scripture passage, etc. that you are interested in, a quick search will lead you to a variety of helpful options.
One more thing to mention is the availability of free books. Many of John Piper’s books are available as a downloadable PDF file. It is easy to read on your computer or digital reader (kindle) or you can print a copy and share it with others. You can do this as much as you want as long as you don’t alter the content or charge for it.
Something that rings true in what you will find at desiringGod.org is the organization’s purpose: to spread a passion for the supremacy of God in all things for the joy of all peoples through Jesus Christ.
What you find at this website is a freight train full of resources, encouragement, and thought provoking questions and material that is fueled by the surpassing joy of Christ. This train is moving, full steam ahead for the city of God’s Glory. Hop on board and benefit from what is here. Find it to be true that…
God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in Him.
New Video Posts at Gather Cafe
Posted by Randall W. Ross in Leadership Issues, Parenting, Resources, Teaching, Theology, Thoughts and Reflections on May 26, 2009
50 Reason Why Jesus Came to Die
Posted by Randall W. Ross in Book Reviews, Parenting, Resources, Theology and Doctrine on February 17, 2009
I know it seems like we just celebrated Christmas, but it is time to start thinking about Easter. This Saturday will mark 50 days until Easter. I would recommend picking up a book like John Piper’s 50 Reasons Why Jesus Came to Die. The chapters are 2-3 pages in length and would be an easy daily read for families, small groups or individuals.
This book simply walks through the Biblical answers to the title question. Not only is this book a great way to look forward to our most important yearly celebration, it is also a well crafted Biblical study revealing the beauty and power of the Cross of Christ.
The question that the title captures is the essential question that every person on our planet must face and wrestle with. Especially now, during a time when even “Christians” are debating and even neglecting this central doctrine of our faith, a book like this will be a necessary encouragement and corrective teacher that we all need.
The format of the book makes the content accessible to any age and for people like me who find it difficult to actually complete a book, this is easy on the stress levels. Just think….in 50 days…I will have completed a book.
You can pick up a copy at your local Christian bookstore or at DesiringGod.com.
