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John Piper: Would You Join in Expanding Free Access?

Dec 22, 2025
In this engaging discussion, John Piper, a influential Reformed pastor and founder of Desiring God, shares his vision for expanding free access to Christian resources. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on hope and God's future call, urging listeners to embrace new initiatives like campus and prison ministries. Piper also speaks candidly about the cost of providing these free resources, inviting support to reach even more people. His passion for ministry and relentless energy inspire a commitment to spreading faith in innovative ways.
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INSIGHT

Prioritize Future Purpose Over Nostalgia

  • John Piper emphasizes prioritizing hope and future purpose over nostalgia for past achievements.
  • He describes being energized by Desiring God’s forward-focused initiatives which spur him to finish projects.
ANECDOTE

Piper’s Push To Finish A New Book

  • John Piper shares his personal push to finish writing projects motivated by Desiring God’s energy and encouragement.
  • He mentions a specific book project on Christian joy built around 17 common questions for young people.
INSIGHT

Free Resources Fuel Global Outreach

  • Desiring God runs many fresh initiatives (website rebuild, campus and prison ministries, translations) with a future-facing posture.
  • The organization makes all online resources available for free to maximize global access.
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